'Do no harm' is which ethical principle?

Option 3 : Non-maleficence

Concept:

• Ethical principle: It states that every individual has certain rights and it is the moral duty of a medical practitioner to obey these principles.
• There are four principles of ethics:-
  • autonomy in nursing
  • beneficence in nursing
  • justice in nursing
  • nonmaleficence in nursing.

Explanation:

• The principle of non- maleficence states that the practitioner must be utmost cautious while delivering healthcare.
• They should ensure proper treatment and work for the highest good of the patient.
• They must not afflict any harm to the patient's overall well-being.

• Veracity:The medical practitioner must be truthful to the patients.
• Beneficence: The medical practioner must keep in mind the wellbeing of the patient while providing healthcare.
• Justice: The patient must be treated unbiased of his social or economic background. Equal healthcare facilities must be provided to everyone.