Click here to go to Home Page Session 5 Bioethics Framework Bioethics is the study of ethical issues in the fields of medicine, biology, and healthcare. It helps guide doctors, nurses, and researchers to make the right decisions when dealing with patients and medical research. The bioethics framework is based on four main principles : Autonomy : This means respecting a person's right to make their own decisions about their body and health. For example, a patient has the right to say "yes" or "no" to a treatment after knowing all the facts. Non-maleficence : This means "do no harm." Health professionals must avoid causing injury or suffering to the patient, whether by action or by neglect. Beneficence : This means doing good and acting in the best interest of the patient. Doctors should help patients by giving the best possible care and support. Justice : This means being fair. Everyone should get equal treatment and access to healthc...