Professional ethics can be a code of principles and well as represent how healthcare professionals handle their conduct with best standards and informed decisions.  Professional ethics can be viewed as the best benefit for both the health professional and the client and especially for dementia clients. There are good guiding principles to utilize while engaging in the process of sound ethical decision making.

Learning Objectives:

1. Examine what is meant by professional ethics for healthcare professionals
2. Discuss guiding principles and examples of good ethical decision making
3. Review recommendations in dealing with dementia clients with professional ethics and sound ethical decision making outcomes

Continuing Education Information: 1.5 CHES