Ética y Deontología Profesional: Códigos de Conducta

Ética y Deontología Profesional

Professional Codes of Conduct

• Establish standards for professional behavior
• Guide decision-making in complex situations
• Typically developed by professional organizations or associations
• Examples: Hippocratic Oath, American Medical Association (AMA) Code of Medical Ethics

Informed Consent

• Patient's right to make informed decisions about their care
• Healthcare professionals must provide clear, concise information about:
  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment options
  • Risks and benefits
  • Alternative treatments
  • Prognosis
• Patient must provide voluntary, informed consent before treatment

Professional Boundaries

• Establish clear limits in relationships with patients
• Maintain professional distance to:
  • Avoid exploitation
  • Prevent emotional involvement
  • Ensure objective decision-making
• Examples of boundaries:
  • Avoiding personal relationships
  • Establishing clear communication channels
  • Maintaining confidentiality

Patient Confidentiality

• Healthcare professionals must maintain confidentiality of patient information
• Exceptions:
  • Patient consent
  • Legal requirements (e.g., reporting abuse)
  • Public health concerns
• Confidentiality applies to:
  • Medical records
  • Conversations
  • Observations

Conflict of Interest

• Situations where personal or financial interests conflict with professional obligations
• Examples:
  • Financial gain from patient referrals
  • Personal relationships with patients
  • Research bias
• Healthcare professionals must disclose and manage conflicts of interest to maintain integrity

Documentos de Colegiatura (Professional Association Documents)

• Documents outlining professional standards and codes of conduct
• Typically developed by professional associations or colleges
• Examples:
  • Code of Ethics
  • Professional Conduct Guidelines
  • Disciplinary Procedures
• Purpose:
  • Establish professional standards
  • Guide decision-making
  • Ensure accountability