Ethics --> Corfield Flashcards
1
Q
It is unlawful to discriminate
A
Treating a person less favourably on the basis of disability
Also a legal duty on public bodies to promote equality and prevent discrimination
(Equality Act 2010)
Right to provider and family life, and not discriminate (Human Rights Act 1998)
2
Q
GMC about disability
A
- Treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity.
- You must not unfairly discriminate against patients or colleagues by allowing your personal views to affect your professional relationships or the treatment you provide or arrange.
- You must consider and respond to the needs of disabled patients and should make reasonable adjustments to your practice so they can receive care to meet their needs.
3
Q
What is involved in Capacity?
A
- Understand information given to them about a particular decision
- Retain that information long enough to be able to make the decision
- Weigh up the information available to make the decision
- Communicate their
decision (RELAY).
UNDERSTAND, RETAIN, WEIGH UP, RELAY
