Assignment:
Autonomy as a principle of ethics assumes a certain level of respect for persons and their ability to take action that affect their health, we protect autonomy in four ways.
- Define informed consent. What are the key issues for the healthcare administrator (HCA) with respect to informed consent? How do the HIPAA laws affect the duties of the HCA?
- Nonmaleficence and Beneficence are viewed as inseparable principles. These two areas are central to a trust-based healthcare system because they are assumed by society and individuals to be the pillars of practice.
- Define nonmaleficence and beneficence. How does your work at a healthcare administrator affect nonmaleficence for patients? What does beneficence have to do with operating a healthcare organization?
Your answer must be typed, double-spaced, Times New Roman font (size 12), one-inch margins on all sides, APA format.