pharmacy ethics

Question 1

What is the difference between laws, codes/guidelines, and ethics in pharmacy?

Answer 1

Laws are legal rules enforceable by authorities; codes/guidelines are professional standards set by organizations; ethics are moral principles guiding right and wrong behavior.

Question 2

What is ethics in the context of pharmacy?

Answer 2

Ethics in pharmacy involves applying moral principles to ensure patient well-being, safety, and professional integrity in practice.

Question 3

What is beneficence?

Answer 3

Beneficence is the ethical principle of promoting the well-being of others, especially patients.

Question 4

What is justice in pharmacy ethics?

Answer 4

Justice involves fairness in distributing healthcare resources and treating similar cases similarly.

Question 5

What is medical paternalism?

Answer 5

Medical paternalism is acting for a patient’s benefit without their consent, sometimes overriding their wishes to prevent harm.

Question 6

What does non-maleficence mean?

Answer 6

Non-maleficence means to do no harm, including avoiding harmful acts or omissions.

Question 7

What is respect for autonomy?

Answer 7

Respect for autonomy is the right of competent adults to make informed decisions about their healthcare, including refusal of treatment.

Question 8

Which ethical theory emphasizes duties over consequences?

Answer 8

Deontology emphasizes following moral duties and rules regardless of the outcome.