Ethics & Values
This oath implies that doctors should “do no harm.”
Hippocratic Oath
Laws that enforce private rights.
civil law
A list of guarantees for those receiving medical care.
Patient’s Bill of Rights
Legal document giving written instructions about future healthcare decisions.
advance directive
Protects people who give free emergency care using reasonable care.
Good Samaritan Law
The framework that describes ideal or acceptable behaviors for healthcare employees.
Medical Ethics
Deals with criminal behavior that could result in imprisonment.
criminal law
Ensures patients are not abused and protects their legal rights.
ombudsman
Document stating CPR should NOT be performed.
DNR (Do Not Resuscitate)
Standard comparing provider actions to what others would do in similar situations.
reasonable care
Concepts, ideas, and beliefs that influence your behavior.
Values
Governs the legal conduct of members of the medical profession.
medical law
Passed in 1990 and requires facilities to inform patients of their rights.
Patient Self-Determination Act
Legal document granting another person authority to make decisions for you.
durable power of attorney
Method of resolving disputes outside the courtroom.
arbitration
Group that considers ethical problems in patient care and makes recommendations.
ethics committee
Breaking a medical law could result in this loss.
loss of a professional license
Allows only certain individuals access to personal information.
confidentiality
Court-appointed decision maker for a patient who lacks capacity.
Guardianship
Required before a patient agrees to treatment after risks and benefits are explained.
informed consent
Represents ideal conduct for a certain group.
ethical behavior
Medical law must be followed at these three levels.
federal, state, and local levels
Federal law that protects health information and insurance coverage.
HIPAA
A minor under 18 who can legally consent to treatment.
emancipated minor
Patient information may only be released under this condition.
when required by law (court order or authorities)