Ethical Dimensions in the Health Professions

by Ruth B. Purtilo, Regina F. Doherty

Ideal for all health care professionals, Ethical Dimensions in the Health Professions, 5th Edition provides a solid foundation in basic ethical theory, the terms and concepts of ethics, and current ethical issues. Expert authors Ruth Purtilo and Regina Doherty outline a unique 6-step decision-making process as a guide to making effective choices that lead to a professional and caring response to patients. They also suggest practical approaches to commonly encountered clinical issues such as confidentiality, informed consent, information sharing, and end-of-life care. With this book, you will develop the skills you need to recognize, understand, and resolve ethical problems.

Genres: Philosophy

448 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1981

Reviews

[Erica]

This was required reading for my Medical Ethics class. While interesting and thought provoking, at times the information got to be too much all at once. It is also out of date, non withstanding the rapidly changing and evolving medicine/health and political climates of the USA. I feel like some of the examples for topics brought up didn’t hold as much relevance for me as perhaps they might have, if it was a decade earlier. I liked how there were case studies and questions to guide your thinking of being on the “right track” and check your understanding of the material.

[Courtney]

Ugh.