The AMA was founded in part to establish the first national code of medical ethics. Today the Code is widely recognized as authoritative ethics guidance for physicians through its Principles of Medical Ethics interpreted in Opinions of AMA’s Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs that address the evolving challenges of contemporary practice.
Learners will know how to recognize the influence of patient's background on the consent process; describe a framework for communicating effectively with patients; and apply the LEARN model to elicit patient understanding.
Learners will recognize how the different elements of your identity inform your approach to clinical decision-making and know how to maintain professional integrity while caring for the patient and managing their expectations.
Learners will recognize circumstances when a surrogate is needed and describe surrogate and physician responsibilities in making decisions for patients who lack capacity.
Learners will explain why it is required to maintain sexual and romantic boundaries, and know how physicians can avoid sexual and romantic boundary violations.
