Legal and Ethical Issues for Health Professions - 5E

Legal and Ethical Issues for Health Professions - 5E provides a thorough exploration of the legal and ethical considerations in the healthcare field. This updated fifth edition focuses on practical approaches to real-world situations faced by health professionals, covering key topics such as patient rights, confidentiality, informed consent, medical malpractice, and ethical decision-making. It presents a balance between legal theory and practical applications, helping students and professionals navigate the complex landscape of healthcare law and ethics.

Top 5 Key Features:

1. Comprehensive coverage of legal and ethical issues relevant to healthcare professionals.
2. Focus on current topics such as patient rights, consent, and medical malpractice.
3. Offers real-world case studies to demonstrate the application of legal principles.
4. Provides practical strategies for addressing ethical dilemmas in healthcare.
5. Updated to reflect the latest laws and regulations in healthcare practice.

Book Information:

• Edition: 5th
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Binding Type: Paperback
• ISBN: 9780323827508