Question

which of the following best describes a key characteristic of professionalism in healthcare?

• valuing technical proficiency without considering patient needs

avoiding certification or licensure requirements
being guided by a code of ethics
disregarding patient autonomy and making decisions for them without consent

Explanation:

• Option 1: Professionalism in healthcare requires considering patient needs along with technical skills, so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: Healthcare professionals typically need to meet certification/licensure requirements, so avoiding them is unprofessional, incorrect.
• Option 3: A code of ethics guides professional behavior in healthcare, ensuring ethical treatment, patient respect, etc. This is a key characteristic.
• Option 4: Disregarding patient autonomy is unethical and unprofessional, so this is incorrect.

Answer:

C. Being guided by a code of ethics