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Second Edition
By
Doreen Towsley-Cook, MAE, RT(R), Former Radiologic Sciences Program Director, Private Educational Consultant, Allen Memorial Hospital, Waterloo, IA; Creative Enterprises Unlimited, Cedar Falls, IA, USA
Terese Young, JD, RT(R), CNMT, Polk City, IA, USA
Description
This balanced examination of ethical and legal principles and issues provides vital information for radiography, ultrasound, nuclear medicine,
and radiation professionals. By discussing the foundations of ethics for technologists, then entering into a discussion of applicable
law, Ethical and Legal Issues for Imaging Professionals, 2nd Edition provides an approach that leads to a more successful style of personal
risk management. With each chapter divided into two sections of ethical issues and legal issues, the content is easy to read and understand.
Plus, learning activities and current event discussions help the readers learn and remember information so they can use it in real life.
Contents
1. Ethical and Legal Foundations
2. Principles of Beneficence and Nonmaleficence
3. Caring and Communication
4. Patient
Autonomy and Informed Consent
5. Truthfulness and Confidentiality
6. Death and Dying
7. Health Care Distribution
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Student and Employee Rights
9. Diversity
10. Overview of Future Challenges
Appendix A: Code of Ethics
Appendix
B: Sample Documentation Forms
Answers to Chapter Review Questions
Index
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Paperback, 320 pages, publication date: MAR-2007
ISBN-13: 978-0-323-04599-5
ISBN-10: 0-323-04599-5
Imprint: MOSBY
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Last update: 13 Jun 2009
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