Which term refers to acting with responsibility, respect, and integrity at work?

• A. Professionalism
• B. Health Care Team
• C. Documentation
• D. Confidentiality

Answer: (A)

Acting with responsibility, respect, and integrity at work is professionalism. Professionalism means consistently upholding ethical standards, being accountable for your actions, communicating respectfully, and maintaining competence in your role. It shapes how you interact with colleagues and patients, how you perform duties, and how you protect patient trust by following policies, reporting concerns, and pursuing ongoing learning. The other terms describe parts of the work environment or specific practices—such as the team that collaborates, the act of recording information, or protecting patient privacy—but they do not capture the overall standard of behavior that professionalism represents.