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What is ethics?
A branch of philosophy that is concerned with human conduct and the behavior of individuals in society.
What does cultural sensitivity enable a person to do?
Learn and understand people of different cultures, genders, sexual orientations, languages, or religions.
What are professional ethics?
Medical ethics is the study of moral issues in fields of medical treatment and research.
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Match the following types of ethics with their descriptions:
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The study of radiologic technology includes _______.
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What certification must radiologic technologists hold?
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Study Notes
Ethics
- Ethics is a branch of philosophy that examines human conduct, particularly individual behavior in society.
- It explores the rational justifications behind moral judgments, assessing what is morally right or wrong, just or unjust.
Professional Ethics
- A set of principles that govern an individual or group's behavior in a business environment.
- Similar to values, they provide guidance on ethical conduct towards others and institutions within that environment.
Medical Ethics
- Investigates and analyzes moral dilemmas (right vs. wrong) in the contexts of medical treatment and research.
Jurisprudence
- Derived from the Latin "juris prudentia," signifying "the study, knowledge, or science of law."
- Law encompasses a set of rules created and enforced by social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior.
- Law can be defined as an ordinance of reason, proclaimed for the common good.
- Essential aspects of law: justice, promulgation (being published or declared).
Cultural Sensitivity
- Refers to a set of skills that allow individuals to learn and comprehend people from diverse cultures, genders, sexual orientations, languages, and religions.
- Enhances service provision to communities by fostering respectful and effective communication across cultural differences.
- Recognized as the knowledge, skills, and values enabling successful cross-cultural collaboration and support.
- A crucial element for patient safety and adherence to ethical principles.
Types of Ethics in Radiology
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Radiologic Technologist
- Certified by the Board of Radiologic Technology.
- Trained professionals skilled in using x-rays, radioactive materials, and/or ultrasonic waves to generate images of the human body for diagnosis and treatment.
- Expertise includes: anatomy and physiology, radiobiology, radiation protection, patient positioning, special procedures, imaging techniques, medical terminology, radiation physics, patient care, radiologic technology ethics, jurisprudence, and radiologic sciences.
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X-ray Technologist
- Certified by the Board of Radiologic Technology.
- Possesses knowledge similar to radiologic technologists but without radiologic sciences, meaning they are restricted to performing specific tasks.
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Test your understanding of ethics, professional ethics, medical ethics, and jurisprudence. This quiz covers the foundational concepts and applications of ethical principles in various contexts, from business to healthcare and law. Explore the moral justifications that guide conduct in society.
