Ethical Problems
What term refers to knowing the right thing to do but not being able to do it?
Moral distress
What core value refers to treating all people impartially and free of bias?
Equality
This principle refers to the concern for the well-being and safety of persons
Beneficence
True or false: Many occupations are ordinary
What are the four principles that guide occupational therapy?
1. Client-centered practice
2. Occupation-centered practice
3. Evidence-based practice
4. Culturally relevant practice
Each choice has a right and wrong action that poses conflict
Ethical dilemma
Which core value involves demonstrating unselfish concern for the welfare of others?
Altruism
This principle refers to refraining from actions that cause harm
Nonmaleficence
True or false: Occupation can be unhealthy, dangerous, maladaptive, or destructive to self or others
True
What does HIPAA stand for?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
What term refers to feeling potential discomfort, anxiety, or discomfort from knowing that something is wrong?
Ethical problem
Which core value refers to veracity on all situations?
Truth
This principle refers to promoting equality, inclusion and objectivity in the provision of OT services
Justice
False: Occupations can be special when they happen infrequently or carry important symbolic meaning
Occupation can be used as a means and an ____
Occupation can be used as a means and an end
While on Level I fieldwork, a student witnessed their supervisor taking photographs of one her clients. This is an example of what type of ethical problem?
Ethical dilemma
____ refers to having the right to exercise autonomy and independence, and ____ refers to showing respect for the person and their uniqueness, inherent worth, and social/ cultural heritage.
Freedom; Dignity
This principle refers to respecting the right of the person to self-determination, privacy, confidentiality, and consent
Autonomy
What are the 9 categories of occupation?
1. Activities of daily living
2. Instrumental activities of daily living
3. Health management
4. Rest and sleep
5. Education
6. Work
7. Play
8. Leisure
9. Social participation
What are the AOTA's Code of Ethics?
Beneficence, nonmaleficence, autonomy, justice, veracity, fidelity
Jon had a TBI but does not have US insurance and cannot be admitted to rehab. This is an example of what type of ethical problem?
Moral distress
Providing services for all that need it and obeying laws governing practice represents which core value?
Justice
______ refers to treating all with respect, fairness, discretion and integrity; while ______ refers to providing comprehensive, accurate, and objective information when representing the profession
Fidelity; Veracity
Occupations take place in context, including:
Time, physical space, past experiences, social and cultural contexts
What are the 7 Core Values?
1. Altruism
2. Equality
3. Freedom
4. Justice
5. Dignity
6. Truth
7. Prudence