APPLIED LAW AND ETHICS IN HEALTH CARE: A Comprehensive Guide for Health Care Professionals

By Wendy Mia Pardew

Stay Up-to-Date with the Latest Health Care Regulations and Technology

APPLIED LAW AND ETHICS IN HEALTH CARE, First Edition, is an essential resource for health care professionals. This comprehensive guide prepares you to navigate the legal and ethical dilemmas you may face in your medical career. It covers a wide range of topics, from business-related issues and the court system to the standard of care, employment, criminal and tortious acts, contractual issues, negligence, medical malpractice, and more.

Real-Life Cases and News Stories

This practical resource features real-life cases and news stories to ground you in relevant laws and ethical issues. It also includes activities designed to hone your critical-thinking and decision-making skills, helping you understand your legal and ethical obligations, when to seek legal advice, how to work with the legal profession, and how to protect yourself and your future employers from medical malpractice and other legal risks.

A Thorough Guide for Novices and Seasoned Professionals

Whether you’re just starting your career in health care or you’re a seasoned professional, APPLIED LAW AND ETHICS IN HEALTH CARE is an invaluable tool. It provides a thoughtful and thorough exploration of the legal and ethical concerns present in medical practices, including patient confidentiality, health records, professional ethics, and issues associated with patient births and deaths.

Product Details

Publisher: Cengage Learning

Edition: 1st edition (March 29, 2022)

Language: English

Format: Paperback

Pages: 352

ISBN-10: 0357623878

ISBN-13: 978-0357623879