Book Description:
ISBN-13: 9780078038457
Medical Ethics: Accounts of Ground-Breaking Cases (7th Edition) is a comprehensive and thought-provoking book that delves into the complex and often controversial world of medical ethics. The book presents a series of real-life case studies that highlight the ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals, patients, and society as a whole.
Each case study is carefully analyzed and discussed, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the ethical principles and considerations that come into play in the field of medicine. The book covers a wide range of topics, including end-of-life care, reproductive rights, genetic testing, and the allocation of scarce medical resources.
Through these accounts of ground-breaking cases, readers are challenged to think critically about the ethical implications of various medical practices and policies. The book also encourages readers to consider their own values and beliefs when it comes to making difficult decisions in healthcare.
Medical Ethics: Accounts of Ground-Breaking Cases (7th Edition) is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, students, and anyone interested in exploring the ethical dimensions of medicine. It provides a nuanced and insightful look at the ethical challenges that arise in the practice of medicine, offering readers a deeper appreciation for the complexities of medical decision-making.
This edition retains the full content with the added advantage of portability, allowing readers to easily access and engage with the material from any device, whether in a classroom or during fieldwork.