non maleficence

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nonmaleficence
The term nonmaleficence derives from the ancient maxim primum non nocere, which, translated from the Latin, means first, do no harm. Most medical practices have a tradition of utilitarian approaches, meaning that the greatest good should be accomplished through any public health action. Nonmaleficence is distinguished from beneficence by doing no harm -- it does not imply an act toward the good. Most health professionals use the word nonmaleficence when discussing end of life issues. It does not imply treatment that will heal, but (for instance) treatment given for the control of pain