Library Catalogue

Ethical dimensions in the health professions/

Doherty, Regina F.

Ethical dimensions in the health professions/ by Regina F. Doherty , Ruth B. Purtilo - 7th.edition - St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier, c2021 - xxxii, 445 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm

previous editions copyrihgted 2016,2011,2005,1999,1993,1981

Includes Bibliographical refrences and Index

CONTENTS
1.Morality and ethics : what they are and why they matter--
2.The ethical goal of professional practice : a caring response--
3.Prototypes of ethical problems--
4.Ethical theories and approaches : conceptual tools for ethical decision making--
5.The six-step process of ethical decision making--
6.Ethical life as a health professional : integrity, resilience, and courage--
7.Shared moral community : ethical decision making in interprofessional teams--
8.Living ethically within healthcare organizations--
9.Honoring confidentiality--
1O.Communication and shared decision making
11.Informed consent in care delivery and research
12.Ethical issues in chronic care and disability--
13.Ethical issues in end-of-life care--
14.Distributive justice : rights, resource allocation, and policy considerations--
15.Compensatory and social justice : essential equity and inclusion considerations--
16.Health professionals as good citizens : responsibility and opportunity.

Build the skills you need to understand and resolve ethical problems! Ethical Dimensions in the Health Professions, 7th Edition provides a solid foundation in ethical theory and concepts, applying these principles to the ethical issues surrounding health care today. It uses a unique, six-step decision-making process as a framework for thinking critically and thoughtfully, with case studies of patients to illustrate ethical topics such as conflict of interest, patient confidentiality, and upholding best practices. Written by Regina F. Doherty, an educator and occupational therapist, this book will help you make caring and effective ethical choices that improve patient care and outcomes"-- Provided by publisher


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Ethics, Medical
Ethics, Professional
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