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Ethical competence: A concept analysis.

Kati Kulju1, Minna Stolt2, Riitta Suhonen2

  • 1University of Turku, Finland kati.kulju@utu.fi.

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Summary

Ethical competence in healthcare, defined by character strength and moral judgment, improves patient care and reduces moral distress. This analysis provides a foundation for evaluating and enhancing healthcare professionals' ethical conduct.

Keywords:
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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Ethics
  • Professional Competence
  • Medical Education

Background:

  • Ethical competence is crucial for high-quality healthcare but lacks a clear definition.
  • Existing definitions do not fully encompass ethical expertise, knowledge, and action in health professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze and define the concept of ethical competence in healthcare.
  • To establish a foundational understanding for developing and evaluating ethical conduct.

Main Methods:

  • A modified Walker and Avant strategy was employed for concept analysis.
  • Systematic review and synthesis of literature related to ethical competence.

Main Results:

  • Ethical competence is characterized by character strength, ethical awareness, moral judgment, and benevolence.
  • Prerequisites include professional virtues, experience, communication, knowledge, and organizational support.
  • Outcomes include optimal patient solutions, reduced moral distress, and societal development.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides a framework for an instrument to assess health professionals' ethical competence.
  • Findings will guide educators and managers in fostering ethical conduct within healthcare settings.