Author: Edited By Patrick Davey, Anna Rathmell, Michael Dunn, Charles Foster, Helen Salisbury. Pages: 123 Size: 10.1 MB Format: PDF Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: 10 October, 2016
eISBN-13: 9781119266174
Medical Ethics, Law and Communication at a Glance presents a succinct overview of these key areas of the medical curriculum. This new title aims to provide a concise summary of the three core, interlinked topics essential to resolving ethical dilemmas in medicine and avoiding medico-legal action. Divided into two sections; the first examines the ethical and legal principles underpinning each medical topic; while the second focuses on communication skills and the importance of good communication. Medical Ethics, Law and Communication at a Glance offers an accessible introduction to the fundamentals of good medical practice, and will provide indispensable support for undergraduate medical students and nurses, as well as newly qualified healthcare professionals.