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Ethics and patients' rights

A Kobs

    Nursing Management
    |July 1, 1997
    PubMed
    Summary

    The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Standards (JCAHO) now emphasizes patient rights and ethical problem-solving in healthcare settings. They encourage healthcare professionals to submit questions regarding these complex issues.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Administration
    • Medical Ethics
    • Patient Advocacy

    Background:

    • Hospitals face increasing complexity in patient care.
    • The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Standards (JCAHO) recognizes these challenges.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To inform healthcare professionals about new JCAHO standards.
    • To highlight the importance of patient rights and ethical considerations.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of JCAHO standards promulgated since 1988.
    • Editorial call for reader engagement on patient care issues.

    Main Results:

    • JCAHO has established specific standards for patient rights and duties.
    • JCAHO mandates guidelines for handling ethical problems in healthcare.

    Conclusions:

    • Healthcare agencies must adhere to JCAHO standards regarding patient rights and ethics.
    • Active engagement and inquiry from professionals are encouraged to address complex healthcare challenges.