Law and ethics for paramedics : an essential guide /
Law and ethics for paramedics : an essential guide / Compiled by Georgette Eaton. - Bridgwater, Somerset : Class Professional Publishing, c2019. - xix, 245 pages : illustrations (colour) ; 25 cm.
previously published as 1st ed.,
includes bibliographical references and index
Providing a clear and concise overview of applied law and ethics to UK paramedic practice, this book brings together the essential principles from a range of perspectives. Written by paramedics, for paramedics, it includes chapters on information governance, mental capacity, clinical negligence and medical research, with a specific focus on legislation and case law across the United Kingdom. Practical top tips are outlined in chapters focusing on paramedic use of social media, gaining consent and the assessment and treatment of children. Realistic case studies prompt the reader to consider the legislation relating to mental health, medicines management as well as palliative and end of life care
9781859596678
KD3405.E45 2019