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Applied Law and Ethics in Health Care

Applied Law and Ethics in Health Care

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APPLIED LAW AND ETHICS IN HEALTH CARE, First Edition, is a comprehensive guide to navigating legal and ethical dilemmas in the medical field. It covers business-related issues, the standard of care, employment, criminal and tortious acts, contractual issues, negligence, medical malpractice, and ethical concerns. The text features real-life cases and news stories to ground readers in relevant laws and ethical issues and includes activities to hone critical-thinking and decision-making skills.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 29 March 2022
Publisher: Cengage Learning, Inc



APPLIED LAW AND ETHICS IN HEALTH CARE, First Edition, equips you with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complex legal and ethical terrain of the healthcare industry. This comprehensive textbook provides a thorough overview of business-related issues and the court system, laying the foundation for understanding the legal framework within which healthcare professionals operate.

The text then delves into the critical aspects of healthcare law, covering topics such as the standard of care, employment, criminal and tortious acts, contractual issues, negligence, medical malpractice, and other vital legal concerns. In the second half of the book, the focus shifts to ethical considerations, exploring the ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals in their daily practice. This includes issues such as patient confidentiality, health records, professional ethics, and the sensitive aspects of patient births and deaths.

To enhance your learning experience, the text incorporates real-life cases and news stories to provide practical insights into relevant laws and ethical issues. Additionally, engaging activities are included to develop your critical-thinking and decision-making skills, enabling you to apply the knowledge gained to real-world scenarios.

Whether you are a novice in the healthcare field or a seasoned professional seeking to expand your legal and ethical knowledge, APPLIED LAW AND ETHICS IN HEALTH CARE, First Edition, is a valuable resource. It offers a thoughtful and thorough guide to help you understand your legal and ethical obligations, when to seek legal advice, how to work effectively with the legal profession, and how to protect yourself and your future employers from medical malpractice and other legal risks. By staying up to date with the latest healthcare regulations and technology, you can ensure that you are providing the highest quality care and maintaining the integrity of the healthcare industry.

Weight: 564g
Dimension: 188 x 234 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780357623879
Edition number: New ed

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