Summary of content

This module is intended to provide a comprehensive analysis of the main issues in the field of law and policy relating to healthcare and professions allied to health. Consideration of both the legal and ethical dimensions will be undertaken. Topics covered will include a consideration of clinical negligence, issues relating to consent and patient confidentiality. Ethical dilemmas will be explored concerning the issues at the beginning and end of life. Concepts of autonomy and rights will be interwoven throughout all of these topics.

PRME-related issues: The very nature of this module and indeed, incorporated into its title is the word ethics. The student of health care law considers the application and intersection of law and ethics relating to the practice of medicine and all allied health care specialisms. This interrelation does not always sit easily which makes it all the more challenging for the practitioner and fascinating and thought provoking for the student. The subject matter and scope of this module transcends legal boundaries and therefore makes it an attractive option for students from all jurisdictions and nations.

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