Australian-Professional-Standards-Practices

Standard 1.3 Fulfils the duty of care in clinical practice
This standard covers the duty of care radiographers and radiation therapists have to the
patients, particularly with regard to patient safety and well-being.
Element 1: Acts to ensure the rights of individuals are not compromised
Indicators
Cues
1. Demonstrates practice that
recognises, respects and upholds the
• Practises in a manner that protects the
patient’s rights.
rights of individuals
• Demonstrates respect and discusses with
patients their individual rights in relation to
their health care.
• Acts as an advocate for individual rights.
2. Supports patients’ rights to be
informed about their procedure or
treatment and make independent
• Is proactive in providing information
related to the procedures or treatment
being undertaken.
decisions
• Provides patients with the information
required for them to make an informed
decision regarding their treatment.
• Provides the patient with information
regarding the procedure being undertaken.
• Supports and accepts patient decisions and
choices related to their own treatment
plan.
• Provides appropriate support and advice
following the procedure for any after care
requirements.
Element 2: Demonstrates duty of care in patient management
Indicators
Cues
1. Understands their duty of care to
patients.
• Describes and understands the meaning of
professional duty of care as it relates to
their interaction with patients.
• Ensures that patients receive a high quality
procedure.
• Recognises and understands the legal
implications of professional misconduct or
negligence.
• Holds an appropriate level of professional
indemnity insurance as required by National
2. Recognises professional
responsibilities and understands
accountability
Law.
• Recognises and evaluates factors which may
contraindicate requested procedure.
• Questions or clarifies requests for
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