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Full Title Copyright Preface Table of Cases Table of Statutes Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION What is this book about and who should read it? Professionalism - why medical law and ethics? An Introduction to medical ethics Ethical theories The principles of biomedical ethics A framework for ethical decision-making A brief introduction to the law CHAPTER 2 RIGHTS AND DUTIES OF THE MEDICAL STUDENT Introduction Professionalism and the medical student Choosing when to treat Knowing your limitations Striking a balance CHAPTER 3 RIGHTS AND DUTIES OF THE DOCTOR Introduction Professionalism and professional standards Doctor-patient relationships Rights and duties beyond the doctor-patient context CHAPTER 4 RIGHTS AND DUTIES OF THE PATIENT Introduction Giving information and telling the truth 'Non-compliance' and non-cooperation Demanding medical treatment Children CHAPTER 5 CONSENT TO MEDICAL TREATMENT Introduction Who can consent to (or refuse) treatment? When the patient is unable to consent: emergencies Balancing of rights and responsibilities The vulnerable patient The child The limits of parental responsibility Does autonomy always prevail? The pregnant woman and her foetus CH

Who reads Medical Law and Ethics : a Problem-based Approach?

It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.

Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.

Author
Bernadette Richards & Jennie Louise
Publisher
LexisNexis Butterworths
Published
2014
Language
EN
ISBN
9780409333541
Category
nonfiction

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