Description

Table of contents:

Understanding the Basics
Medical Law, Ethics, and Bioethics
Medical Practice Management
The Health Care Team in the Ambulatory Setting
Law, Liability, and Duties
State and Federal Regulations
Professional Liability
Law for Health Professionals
Public Duties
Consent
Workplace Issues
Medical Records
Reimbursement and Collection Practices
Employment Practices
A Cultural Perspective for Health Professionals
Bioethical Issues
Allocation of Scarce Medical Resources
Genetic Engineering
Reproductive Issues
End of Life Issues
SPECIAL SECTION
Have a Care!
Appendices
Codes of Ethics
Sample Documents for Choices about Health Care, Life, and Death
Index of Resources
Index