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A Case-Based Approach
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By
Lisa Schwartz, Lecturer in Philosophy of Medicine, Department of General Practice, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
Paul Preece, Theme Coordinator of Medical Ethics, Dundee Medical School, Ninewells, Dundee, UK
Rob Hendry, Medical Advisor, Medical & Dental Defense Union of Scotland, Mackintosh House, Glasgow, UK
Description
Medical ethics is a topic of increased importance in the medical school curriculum, and this textbook provides a wealth of knowledge aimed
specifically at medical students rather than experienced practitioners. Realistic case studies introduce the discussion in each chapter,
making this text highly suitable for case-based courses. This text includes practical coverage of all the issues likely to be of concern
to students during their medical careers.
Audience
Medical students
Contents
1. Introduction
2. Ethical theories
3. Clinical relationships
4. Rights of patients, practitioners, and society
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Accountability
6. The end of life
7. The value of life: Who decides and how?
8. Medical audit and medical research
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Human reproduction and new reproductive technologies
10. Rationing and rationality: Issues in scarce resource allocation
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Paperback, 228 pages, publication date: NOV-2002
ISBN-13: 978-0-7020-2543-3
ISBN-10: 0-7020-2543-7
Imprint: SAUNDERS
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049/435
Last update: 30 Nov 2009
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