For paramedics to tackle ethical and legal intricacies with confidence, it is paramount that they acquire a firm understanding and knowledge on which to base their practice. This comprehensive guide is designed to equip you with the expertise needed to effectively navigate these complexities.
A collaborative effort, with contributions from fourteen experienced paramedic authors, each chapter skillfully amalgamates the crucial principles of ethical thinking and UK law. Offering an extensive primer for paramedic practice, this third edition has been meticulously updated with the latest case law and legislative changes. It also presents revised ethical considerations, providing valuable insights to enhance your day-to-day practice and empower you to make sound judgements whilst upholding the highest standards of professional integrity.
A practical approach and real-world examples ensure relevance and applicability to your professional journey. With this resource at your disposal, you will be able to successfully navigate the legal and ethical landscape you are faced with, making a positive impact in your patient care and reinforcing your commitment to professional excellence.
Key features:- Expanded for this third edition with brand new content on applied ethics, the role of the coroner's court in England and Wales, and patients' refusal of blood products.
- Robustly evidence-based with updated case law throughout.
- Clear explanations of complex topics such as mental capacity, mental health, medical treatment of children and organ donation, with full colour diagrams to aid understanding.
- Case studies to help you apply your knowledge to the real world.
- Aligned to the Health and Care Professions Council's standards of proficiency for paramedics, to give you the confidence you need to deliver safe and professional patient care in the context of your professional registration.
Note: Previous edition 9781859599549
For paramedics to tackle ethical and legal intricacies with confidence, it is paramount that they acquire a firm understanding and knowledge on which to base their practice. This comprehensive guide is designed to equip you with the expertise needed to effectively navigate these complexities.
A collaborative effort, with contributions from fourteen experienced paramedic authors, each chapter skillfully amalgamates the crucial principles of ethical thinking and UK law. Offering an extensive primer for paramedic practice, this third edition has been meticulously updated with the latest case law and legislative changes. It also presents revised ethical considerations, providing valuable insights to enhance your day-to-day practice and empower you to make sound judgements whilst upholding the highest standards of professional integrity.
A practical approach and real-world examples ensure relevance and applicability to your professional journey. With this resource at your disposal, you will be able to successfully navigate the legal and ethical landscape you are faced with, making a positive impact in your patient care and reinforcing your commitment to professional excellence.
Key features:- Expanded for this third edition with brand new content on applied ethics, the role of the coroner's court in England and Wales, and patients' refusal of blood products.
- Robustly evidence-based with updated case law throughout.
- Clear explanations of complex topics such as mental capacity, mental health, medical treatment of children and organ donation, with full colour diagrams to aid understanding.
- Case studies to help you apply your knowledge to the real world.
- Aligned to the Health and Care Professions Council's standards of proficiency for paramedics, to give you the confidence you need to deliver safe and professional patient care in the context of your professional registration.
Note: Previous edition 9781859599549
Law and Ethics for Paramedics: An Essential Guide
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Law and Ethics for Paramedics: An Essential Guide
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Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781801610131 |
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| Publisher: | Class Professional |
| Publication date: | 12/15/2023 |
| Edition description: | 3rd ed. |
| Pages: | 330 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.69(w) x 9.61(h) x 0.86(d) |