Title: Describe key concepts related to ethical and legal responsibilities.
Course: Physical/Occupational Therapy I (14060-I) > Section: Understanding Ethical and Legal Issues Related to Physical and Occupational Therapy Professionals

Description should include

- beneficence (i.e., the therapist is there for the good of the client)
- non-maleficence (i.e., the concept of "Do no harm")
- autonomy
- confidentiality
- duty
- procedural justice
- veracity
- fidelity

as emphasized in the AOTA and APTA codes of ethics and standards for professional practice/conduct.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the implications if a therapist fails to comply with the professional codes of ethics?
- What is beneficence? Non-maleficence? What actions would illustrate these principles?
- What are the implications in Virginia for failure to comply with laws and regulations?