Law and Ethics for Health Practitioners

Abstract

<p>Law and Ethics for Health Practitioners will appeal to undergraduate nursing and allied health students seeking to understand and comply with the legal, ethical and regulatory requirements of their profession.</p> <p>The text addresses law and ethics across eight health science disciplines, presenting discipline-specific scenarios to support students in their clinical decision making.</p> <p>-Introduces the fundamental concepts and frameworks of Australia's legal and health systems with clear examples Discusses essential healthcare issues, including advance care planning, child and elder abuse and professional registration</p> <p>-Focuses on models of ethical decision making</p> <p>-Outlines professional codes of practice and guidelines to help meet professional regulatory requirements</p> <p>-Encourages reflection on clinical practice through review questions and activities</p> <p>-Includes an eBook with all print purchases</p>