| Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | Type of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | Number of ECTS Credits | | FTR113B | Professional Ethics | Compulsory | 1 | 1 | 2 |
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| Level of Course Unit |
| First Cycle |
| Objectives of the Course |
| To teach the principles of ethics, deontology, and professional ethics; to explain the duties, responsibilities, legal regulations, patient rights, ethical decision-making processes, and professional cooperation in the multidisciplinary healthcare team in physical therapy. |
| Name of Lecturer(s) |
| Doç. Dr. Bülent Bayraktar |
| Learning Outcomes |
| 1 | Explains the concepts of ethics and deontology, interprets the principles of professional ethics in physical therapy practices. | | 2 | Evaluates the duties, responsibilities, and professional boundaries of the physical therapist within the framework of legal regulations and patient rights. | | 3 | Discusses the importance of teamwork and the role of the physical therapist in the multidisciplinary healthcare team; comprehends the necessity of professional cooperation in the ethical decision-making process. | | 4 | Analyzes the ethical and legal dimensions of patient privacy, protection of personal data, and informed consent processes in healthcare delivery. | | 5 | Identifies ethical dilemmas that may be encountered in physical therapy practice and develops solution proposals in line with professional values. |
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| Mode of Delivery |
| Normal Education |
| Prerequisites and co-requisities |
| None |
| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
| None |
| Course Contents |
| Concept of ethics and ethical approaches, professional ethics and deontology, professional ethics rules for physical therapists, duties and responsibilities of physical therapists, legal regulations, patient rights regulation, ethical decision-making process, and professional relationships in healthcare teams. |
| Weekly Detailed Course Contents |
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| 1 | Concept of Ethics, Ethical Theories, and Ethical Approaches | None | None | | 2 | Concepts of Professional Ethics and Deontology; Relationship Between Morality, Law, and Ethics | None | None | | 3 | Professional Ethics Rules for Physical Therapists and Historical Development in Türkiye and Worldwide | None | None | | 4 | National and International Professional Codes of Ethics (World Physiotherapy and TFD Standards) | None | None | | 5 | Duties, Responsibilities, and Professional Boundaries of Physical Therapists | None | None | | 6 | Legal Regulations and Legislation in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation | None | None | | 7 | Patient Rights Regulation, Patient Privacy, and Protection of Personal Data | None | None | | 8 | Midterm Exam | None | None | | 9 | Informed Consent Process and Its Application in Healthcare | None | None | | 10 | Communication in Multidisciplinary Healthcare Teams, Ethical Decision-Making, and Professional Solidarity | None | None | | 11 | Ethical Dilemmas Encountered in Clinical Practice and Case Analysis Methods | None | None | | 12 | Concepts of Neglect, Abuse, and Malpractice (Medical Error) in Healthcare | None | None | | 13 | Ethical Principles in Approaching Individuals with Special Needs and Vulnerable Groups | None | None | | 14 | Ethical Case Analyses and Case Presentations in Physical Therapy | None | None | | 15 | Future Ethical Approaches in Physical Therapy, Technological Advances, and Professional Responsibilities | None | None |
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| Recommended or Required Reading |
| Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Health, Patient Rights Regulation.
World Physiotherapy Code of Conduct and Ethical Principles.
Turkish Physiotherapy Association Publications and Professional Ethics Guide.
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist. |
| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
| Lecturing, Question-Answer, Discussion, Case Study, and Ethical Case Analysis. |
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | |
| Midterm Examination | 1 | 100 | | SUM | 100 | |
| Final Examination | 1 | 100 | | SUM | 100 | | Term (or Year) Learning Activities | 40 | | End Of Term (or Year) Learning Activities | 60 | | SUM | 100 |
| | Language of Instruction | | Turkish | | Work Placement(s) | | None |
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| Workload Calculation |
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| Midterm Examination | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Examination | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Attending Lectures | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Question-Answer | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Individual Study for Mid term Examination | 6 | 1 | 6 |
| Individual Study for Final Examination | 9 | 1 | 9 |
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| Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes |
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| * Contribution Level : 1 Very low 2 Low 3 Medium 4 High 5 Very High |
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