Written codes of ethics for health care practitioners?
Yes, there are numerous well-written and accepted codes of ethics designed to guide the ethical behaviors and practices of health care professionals who work in health care settings. These codes address issues such as the patient-provider relationship, respect for patient autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, Justice, confidentiality, veracity, informed consent, cultural understanding, end-of-life care, conflict resolution, ethical responsibilities regarding new technologies or interventions, accountability, transparency, among others.
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