Lesson 1, Topic 1
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16.2 Professional misconduct

Professional misconduct refers to actions or behaviors by individuals in a particular profession that violate the ethical and professional standards, rules, or codes of conduct established for that profession.

Examples and key considerations related to professional misconduct:

  1. Violation of professional codes of ethics
  2. Negligence or incompetence
  3. Fraud and deception
  4. Misappropriation of funds
  5. Conflict of interest
  6. Breach of confidentiality
  7. Inappropriate relationships
  8. Violation of regulatory standards