xx, 407 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 28 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
Contents
Introduction to law and ethics -- Making ethical decisions -- Working in health care -- Law, the courts, and contracts -- Professional liability and medical malpractice -- Defenses to liability suits -- Medical records and informed consent -- Privacy, security, and fraud -- Physicians' public duties and responsibilities -- Workplace legalities -- The beginning of life and childhood -- Death and dying -- Health care trends and forecasts.