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Ethics in Healthcare: Balancing Evidence and Justice

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Ethics in Healthcare: Balancing Evidence and Justice" explores the complex interplay between scientific evidence and equitable healthcare delivery. It emphasizes the need for decisions grounded in rigorous research while also ensuring fair access and treatment across diverse populations. This...

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Ethics are paramount in healthcare, forming the basis of patient trust, quality care, and fairness. Studies show that 10-20% of hospital errors stem from ethical lapses, highlighting the need for a robust ethical framework. Core ethical principles include autonomy (respecting patient decisions), beneficence (acting in the patient's best interest), non-maleficence (avoiding harm), and justice (treating all individuals fairly and equally).

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Dr. Sakshi Chaturvedi

Associate Professor, Banasthali Vidyapith, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Dr. Sakshi Chaturvedi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Nursing at Banasthali Vidyapith, Jaipur, Rajasthan, with over 15 years of experience in nursing education and community health. She holds a Ph.D. from Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Medical Education University and has previously served at KS Nursing College, Gwalior. Dr. Chaturvedi has authored 18 publications, including journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings, focusing on areas like community health nursing, blended learning, and simulation in nursing . Her contributions have been recognized with awards such as the Florence Nightingale Award and Best Paper awards from the Government of Rajasthan Nursing Council. Additionally, she has been an active speaker at national and international conferences, promoting innovation and research in nursing education.