Medical Law and Ethics: A Comprehensive Guide for Allied Health Professionals

By Bonnie Fremgen

Designed for courses in medical law or ethics in programs for nurses, medical assistants, and other allied health care professionals, this plain-language guide provides an in-depth exploration of the law and ethics of healthcare.

Understanding the Essentials of Healthcare Law and Ethics

The text examines the essential laws and ethical demands associated with healthcare professions, helping students identify the ethical norms they will adhere to in their chosen field. Real legal cases and stimulating exercises challenge learners to envision their responses to legal and ethical dilemmas in healthcare today.

New Edition Covers Critical Issues in Healthcare

The 6th edition addresses issues of increasing concern in hospitals and medical offices, including:

• The opioid crisis in the US
• Electronic recordkeeping and its implications
• The unique needs of elderly and handicapped populations

By exploring these critical issues, students will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of healthcare law and ethics.

Personalized Learning with MyLab Health Professions

For an enhanced learning experience, consider combining this text with MyLab Health Professions. This digital platform personalizes the learning experience, providing students with a flexible and engaging way to master and apply the skills they’ll need for a successful career in healthcare.

Product Details:

• Publisher: Pearson
• 6th edition (September 12, 2019)
• Language: English
• Paperback: 400 pages
• ISBN-10: 0135414520
• ISBN-13: 978-0135414521

Contact your instructor or representative for more information on how to purchase this text with MyLab Health Professions.