Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Occupations

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Paperback, 256 Pages
Published: JAN-2008
ISBN 10: 1-4160-2262-7
ISBN 13: 978-1-4160-2262-6
Imprint: SAUNDERS


By
Tonia Aiken, RN, BSN, JD, Attorney at Law, New Orleans, LA

Description
With balanced coverage of both legal and ethical issues, this text provides a foundation for handling common challenges in everyday practice. Real-life examples and case studies help you apply the book’s concepts. For easier reading, content is presented in short, concise chunks. Expert author Tonia Aiken shares insights from her years of experience as a nurse, attorney, and public speaker to guide you through issues that may arise in practice, as well as the “danger zones” in clinical situations that could escalate into conflict or dispute.


 
Last update: 9 Oct 2011