1.6. Personal Ethics

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are personal ethics?

   Hint

   Think about your own values.

2. 2.

   How can personal ethics affect professional life?

   Hint

   Consider examples from your experiences.

3. 3.

   What are personal ethics?

   • A set of laws
   • Beliefs about right and wrong
   • Company policies

   Hint

   Think about your personal values.

4. 4.

   Professionals should prioritize personal ethics over legal requirements.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider ethical dilemmas in society.

5. 5.

   You are a healthcare professional who believes in patient autonomy but work for a facility that mandates compliance with treatment plans against your ethical beliefs. How might you navigate this dilemma?

   Hint

   Consider the impact of patient rights.

6. 6.

   Create a personal ethics statement outlining your core values and how they will influence your professional decisions.

   Hint

   Think about scenarios from your field.