Course Code: REL-PAC-0-ENHAA
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Discuss the diversity of an effective healthcare ethics committee.
Describe the primary and secondary ethical principles.
Explain the six-step process for ethical decision-making.
Identify the six ethical obligations to consider when making decisions.
Outline:
Section 1: Ethics
What are Ethics?
Morals versus Ethics
Ethical Decisions
Why is it so Hard to Make Ethical Decisions?
Primary Principles of Healthcare Ethics
Secondary Ethical Principles
Helen
Concept of Ethical Dilemmas
Ethical Concepts to Consider
Values
Code of Ethics
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Ethical Obligations
Legal Obligations
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Ethical Decision-Making
Ethical Decision-Making
A Six-Step Process
Return to Helen
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Ethics Committees
Ethics Committees
Barriers
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Kathleen Koopmann, RN, BSN
Kathleen is a seasoned subject matter expert in post-acute care, with over 37 years of clinical and teaching experience spanning both acute and post-acute care settings. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University and received specialized infection control training through the North Carolina Statewide Program for Infection Control and Epidemiology, in collaboration with NCDHHS and the University of North Carolina. Kathleen's diverse career includes roles in long-term care, acute care, occupational health, and nursing education. Most recently, she served as a Staff Development Coordinator and Infection Control Practitioner in long-term care, where she played a pivotal role in staff education and infection prevention.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Administration; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.