Which principle of the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics promotes client well-being?

Beneficence is the principle of the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics that is centered on promoting the well-being of clients. It emphasizes the importance of acting in the best interest of those receiving care and actively contributes to their health, well-being, and quality of life. By embodying this principle, occupational therapy practitioners engage in actions that enhance clients' abilities, support their engagement in meaningful activities, and address their needs holistically.

This principle guides practitioners to take proactive steps in their interventions, ensuring that they provide care and services that are beneficial and enhance the overall experience of their clients within the therapeutic relationship. In recognizing and applying beneficence, occupational therapy assistants focus on delivering services that foster improvement, support participation, and contribute to positive outcomes for individuals receiving therapy.