Law and ethics in nurisng and healthcare : an introduction /
Graham Avery.
- London : SAGE, 2012.
- 240 p. ; 25 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
1.The English legal system -- 2.An introduction to healthcare ethics -- 3.Negligence -- 4.Consent -- 5.Confidentiality -- 6.Resource allocation -- 7.Mental health -- 8.Children -- 9.Professional conduct -- 10.End of life decisions.
A concise, highly accessible introduction to the key legal requirements needed to practice professionally within nursing and healthcare - a core element of the undergraduate nursing and healthcare curriculum. Each chapter supports theoretical learning with learning objectives, legislative case examples and practical scenarios.
Nursing--Law and legislation--England Nursing--Law and legislation--Wales Nursing ethics--England Nursing ethics--Wales Law. Nursing Medical ethics & professional conduct