Principle | Clinician Obligation |
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Respect for Autonomy | Clinicians have an obligation to respect the patient as a human being who has the right to make decisions consistent with the patient's values. |
Nonmaleficence | Clinicians have an obligation to identify, minimize or avoid harm to patients. |
Beneficence | Clinicians have an obligation to seek the patient's good. |
Justice | Clinicians should promote fair distribution of services for patient populations. |