Ethical Concepts
Overview
This section provides an overview of the fundamental ethical concepts that underpin professional healthcare interpretation. Understanding these concepts is essential for interpreters to make informed decisions and provide ethical services.
Key Concepts
Professional Ethics
The foundation of ethical practice in healthcare interpretation, encompassing the responsibilities and obligations that come with professional practice.
Cultural Competence
The ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds while maintaining ethical standards.
Informed Consent
The principle that patients have the right to understand and consent to their healthcare decisions with complete information.
Confidentiality
The obligation to protect patient information and maintain privacy in all professional interactions.
Application in Practice
These ethical concepts inform all aspects of professional practice and are reflected throughout the core values and main principles of this code.