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11.2. The exercise of judgement is an integral part of the practitioner’s professional
duties, whatever field of medicine the practitioner works in, and regardless of
whether the practitioner routinely sees patients.
11.3. The practitioner should exercise their judgement:
11.3.1. in accordance with what the reasonable medical practitioner in the
particular branch of the profession would do; and
11.3.2. with due regard for and consideration of the rights of others.
11.4. The practitioner should be able to provide a rationally defensible explanation
for any decision made, based on the criteria referred to in paragraph 5.3.
12. Obligations regarding legal or disciplinary proceedings.
12.1. Practitioners should be honest and trustworthy when giving evidence to courts
or tribunals and that any evidence you give or documents you write or sign
are not false or misleading.
12.2. Practitioners should take reasonable steps to ensure that any information
provided is accurate, reliable and complete.
12.3. Practitioners should co-operate with formal inquiries and complaints
procedures and must offer all relevant information while ensuring that the
confidentiality of personal information is respected.