Physical Therapy Ethics and Practice

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Questions and Answers

What is a key aspect of a doctoring profession like physical therapy?

Having a limited scope of practice

Having autonomy and self-governance (correct)

Having a technical skillset

Following a set of standardized protocols

What is the foundation of professional ethics based on?

Professional standards and guidelines

Philosophical theory and moral reasoning (correct)

Religion and doctrine

Societal expectations and norms

What is a key role of a physical therapist in interprofessional practice?

Only working in administration

Representing themselves as a physical therapist (correct)

Only working as a clinician

Only working in research and education

Why is trust in the physical therapy profession important?

To demonstrate ongoing ethical behaviors Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the consequences of being a doctoring profession?

Increased professional autonomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a physical therapist in ethical situations?

Referring to the code of ethics and standards of practice Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of understanding professional ethics?

To define what is right and wrong in professional practice Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of professional ethics in physical therapy?

Based on philosophical theories and moral reasoning Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Amy Perron's practice in physical therapy?

Geriatrics and neurology Signup and view all the answers

What is the main topic of discussion in this course?

Ethical practice and considerations in physical therapy Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'professional' imply, according to Merriam-Webster?

To engage in one of the learned professions Signup and view all the answers

What are the three fundamental professions in society?

Medicine, law, and clergy Signup and view all the answers

What is unique to physical therapists as professionals?

A unique body of knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Chapter One in this course?

Ethics for professional practice Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the ethical decision-making framework to be discussed in this course?

RIPS model Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the guiding document for physical therapists to be discussed in this course?

APTA Code of Ethics and Guide for Professional and Ethical Conduct Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Overview

The course covers physical therapy ethical practice and considerations, focusing on relationships and differences between laws, morals, and ethics in physical therapy practice.

Professional Practice

A professional is defined as engaging in a learned profession, characterized by technical or ethical standards, and exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and businesslike manner.
The definition includes skill sets, expertise, and background in education and training.
Society recognizes three fundamental professions: medicine/healthcare, law, and clergy.

Physical Therapy as a Profession

Physical therapy has a unique body of knowledge, specific education and training, and a research agenda.
The profession is valued by society due to its foundation in education and training.
Physical therapists have multiple roles, including clinicians, consultants, educators, researchers, and administrators.

Autonomy and Ethics

Physical therapy has moved from a technical profession to a doctoring profession, requiring autonomous professionals who are self-governed.
Autonomy is bestowed by society and requires continued trust in the profession, demonstrated through ongoing ethical behaviors.

Foundation of Professional Ethics

Professional ethics is a system of beliefs, principles, and values that define what is right and wrong in professional practice.
It is based on morality and moral theories, rather than religion or doctrines, and is guided by reasoning and philosophical theory.