bioethical principles

Bioethical principles guide decision-making in healthcare and research to ensure respect, fairness, and integrity. They include respect for persons (honoring individual autonomy and informed choices), beneficence (acting in the best interest of patients and minimizing harm), non-maleficence (avoiding causing harm), and justice (fairly distributing resources and treatments). These principles help healthcare professionals navigate complex situations ethically, balancing individual rights with societal needs, and ensuring that care and research are conducted responsibly and with compassion.