Question

Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows.

Karen is a psychiatrist at a large hospital. Although she is extremely busy at her job, when making her rounds to see her patients, she takes the time to talk to each of her patients and establishes a rapport with each one.

Which of the following principles of psychology or codes of conduct did Karen demonstrate?
A.
Beneficence and Nonmaleficence
B.
Fidelity and Responsibility
C.
Respect for People’s Rights and Dignity
D.
Competence

Answer 1

B. Fidelity and Responsibility — establishing rapport and maintaining trusting, dependable relationships with patients reflects the principle of fidelity and responsibility.