APTA Core Values Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are the 7 core values of professionalism?

Accountability, Altruism, Compassion/Caring, Excellence, Integrity, Professional Duty, Social Responsibility

What is the definition of Accountability in the context of physical therapy?

Active acceptance of responsibility for diverse roles, obligations, and actions of the physical therapist that positively influence patient outcomes, the profession, and the health needs of society.

Provide an example of Accountability.

Self-regulation

What does Altruism mean in the context of physical therapy?

Primary regard for or devotion to the interest of patients, thus assuming fiduciary responsibility of placing the needs of the patient ahead of the PT's self-interest. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Compassion?

Desire to identify with or sense something of another's experience; a precursor to caring. Signup and view all the answers

Define Caring in the context of physical therapy.

Concern, empathy, and consideration for the needs and values of others. Signup and view all the answers

What does Excellence mean in physical therapy practice?

PT practice that consistently uses current knowledge and theory while understanding personal limits, integrates judgment and the patient perspective, embraces advancement, challenges mediocrity, and works toward the development of new knowledge. Signup and view all the answers

What is Integrity in the professional context?

Possession of and steadfast adherence to high ethical principles of professional standards. Signup and view all the answers

What is Professional Duty?

Commitment to meeting one's obligations to provide effective physical therapy services to individual patients, to serve the professions, and to positively influence the health of society. Signup and view all the answers

Define Social Responsibility in the context of physical therapy.

Promotion of a mutual trust between the profession and the public that necessitates responding to societal needs for health and wellness. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Core Values of Professionalism

Seven core values: Accountability, Altruism, Compassion/Caring, Excellence, Integrity, Professional Duty, Social Responsibility.

Accountability

Defined as the active acceptance of responsibility in various roles of a physical therapist.
Focuses on actions that positively influence patient outcomes, profession standards, and societal health needs.
Example: Self-regulation embodies accountability in practice.

Altruism

Altruism emphasizes devotion to patient interests, prioritizing their needs over personal gains.
Represents a fiduciary responsibility to ensure patient-first approaches in care.

Compassion

Compassion involves empathizing with and understanding another’s experiences.
Serves as an emotional foundation essential for fostering genuine care in healthcare settings.

Caring

Caring is rooted in concern, empathy, and respect for the values of others.
Encompasses both emotional support and attention to patients' unique needs.

Excellence

Excellence in physical therapy practice combines up-to-date knowledge with self-awareness of personal limits.
Encourages integration of patient perspectives and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Integrity

Integrity involves unwavering adherence to high ethical standards and professional principles.
Essential for building trust between practitioners and patients.

Professional Duty

Professional duty is the commitment to fulfill obligations in providing effective therapy services.
Includes responsibilities to individuals as well as contributions to the wider health of society.

Focuses on building mutual trust between the physical therapy profession and the public.
Involves actively responding to community health and wellness needs, promoting overall societal well-being.

Description

Test your knowledge of the 7 core values of professionalism in physical therapy through these flashcards. Understand key definitions and concepts such as accountability, altruism, and integrity. Enhance your comprehension and application of these essential values in the profession.