Pediatric Ethics: Theory and Practice

This book assists health care providers to understand the specific interplay of the roles and relationships currently forming the debates in pediatric clinical ethics. It builds on the fact that,unlike adult medical ethics,pediatric ethics begins within an acutely and powerfully experienced dynamic of patient-family-state-physician relationship. The book provides a unique perspective as it interacts with established approaches as well as recent developments in pediatric ethics theory,and then explores these developments further through cases.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 488 pages
Publication date: 03 December 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book is a valuable resource for healthcare providers seeking to understand the intricate dynamics of the roles and relationships shaping the debates in pediatric clinical ethics. Unlike adult medical ethics, pediatric ethics emerges from the intensely felt and rapidly evolving interplay between patients, families, states, and physicians. The book offers a unique perspective by engaging with established approaches and recent developments in pediatric ethics theory, and further exploring these developments through compelling cases.

The book begins by setting the stage by introducing a theoretical framework and highlighting the distinct differences between pediatric and non-pediatric ethics. It critically examines various theoretical frameworks, leveraging their strengths and addressing their weaknesses. This approach empowers the reader to develop the skills necessary for ethical reasoning and moral deliberation, with a primary focus on the well-being of the child as the central participant in ethical decision-making. Additionally, the book aids in identifying the child's moral claims and perspectives.

The second section of the book delves into the practical application of these theoretical frameworks, addressing key areas related to decision-making in pediatric care. These include the critically ill child, emerging and enduring ethical controversies, and social justice at large. The latter section explores the child's place in society, access to healthcare, social determinants of health, and vaccinations, among other relevant topics. Given the dynamic changes and challenges faced by pediatric care worldwide, as well as the rapid advancements in technology, it is essential for any professional working in this field to stay abreast of this resource.

Weight: 756g
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030861841
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022