Primary Ethical Consideration

Definition

The primary ethical consideration refers to the main moral aspect that needs to be taken into account when prescribing benzodiazepines for anxiety disorders. It involves considering the potential risks and benefits of medication, as well as the autonomy and well-being of the patient.

Related terms

Informed Consent: Obtaining informed consent from patients means ensuring they fully understand their treatment options, including potential risks, benefits, and alternatives.

Therapeutic Alliance: This term refers to establishing a trusting relationship between healthcare professionals and patients to collaboratively make decisions about treatment.

Beneficence: This principle in ethics focuses on acting in a way that promotes patient welfare and maximizes overall benefit while minimizing harm.