Preparing for the ethical curveballs of professional practice

Because those curveballs come in endlessly unique ways, these codes, and the other resources produced by professional associations and regulatory bodies, can only serve as guideposts. Other guidelines and professional development resources can help us refine and apply our understanding of cultural h...

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Published inOccupational Therapy Now Vol. 20; no. 2; pp. 26 - 27
Main Author Reel, Kevin
Format Trade Publication Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Ottawa Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists 01.03.2018
Subjects
Codes
Decision making
Guidelines
Interdisciplinary aspects
Occupational therapy
Professional ethics
Professional practice
Professions
Reflective teaching
Therapists
Values
Canada
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Summary:Because those curveballs come in endlessly unique ways, these codes, and the other resources produced by professional associations and regulatory bodies, can only serve as guideposts. Other guidelines and professional development resources can help us refine and apply our understanding of cultural humility in order to promote client-centred practice. Use stories in the media as opportunities to explore the application of morals and ethics with your friends, family, and colleagues-consider professional misconduct (politicians tend to offer an endless source of behaviours to consider), the debate about decriminalizing cannabis, end-of-life issues, and other matters with which society is grappling. 3. Being familiar with these principles and the tools available to help understand the ethical dimensions involved in real-life situations will help us arrive at good judgements, based on the relevant professional expectations and requirements.
ISSN:1481-5532