Ethical Principles
This ethical principle requires the tech to act in the best interest of the patient.
What is beneficence?
This occurs when a radiographer fails to question an obviously incorrect order.
What is negligence?
Using eye contact and nodding to show attention is an example of this.
What is nonverbal communication?
This principle requires avoiding harm to the patient.
What is nonmaleficence?
This legal term refers to intentional misrepresentation that results in harm.
What is fraud?
This principale supports the patient's right to make independent healthcare decisions.
What is autonomy?
Performing a procedure on the wrong patient is an example of this type of legal violation.
What is negligence?
This principle involves fair and equal treatment of all patients.
What is justice?
This doctrine holds employers responsible for the actions of their employees.
What is respondeat superior?
This principle requires truthfulness in communication with patients.
What is veracity?
This term refers to a wrongful act that does not involve breach of contract.
What is a tort?