WhatsApp in Healthcare – Professional Boundaries, Consent & Digital Communication – 2 Ethics CEUs

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Course Overview

WhatsApp has become part of everyday healthcare communication, but it also presents important ethical, legal and professional responsibilities. This self-study article explores best practice for communicating with patients through digital platforms while maintaining confidentiality, obtaining appropriate consent and protecting professional boundaries.

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Self-paced ethics course with a 10-question CPD assessment. Complete it at any time. A minimum score of 70% is required. Successful completion awards 2 Ethics CEUs. Your certificate includes your own HPCSA registration number.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this self-study course, participants will be able to:

  • Apply ethical principles to digital communication with patients.
  • Understand consent and confidentiality requirements for WhatsApp communication.
  • Maintain appropriate professional boundaries in electronic communication.
  • Apply HPCSA ethical principles within everyday clinical practice.

Course Content

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Assessment: Ethical WhatsApp Use in Healthcare