Practical medical ethics
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Practical medical ethics
Wiley, c1992
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Practical Medical Ethics David Seedhouse The University of Liverpool, UK and Lisetta Lovett St George's Hospital, Stafford, UK Creatively balancing philosophical theory with clinical needs, Practical Medical Ethics looks at medical decision-making from a remarkably fresh perspective. Concise, interactive and lively, the book offers a consistently applicable approach to problem solving in health care. A mix of clinically relevant cases, many of which illustrate commonplace ethical dilemmas, offers doctors and students a variety of ways to enhance their practical reasoning abilities. With the aid of two decision-making tools - the unique Ethical Grid and a complementary Algorithm - fifteen medical scenarios are analysed. Often more than one solution is put forward, at which point the reader is challenged by exercises to develop the strongest possible justification for his or her preference. This colourful and imaginative book is intended for use in the design of courses for medical and other health care professionals, but is equally useful for independent study and practice.
Practical Medical Ethics provides new skills and insights with minimum fuss and invigorating originality, and will enhance the talents of all who care for health. Other Related BooksHealth: The Foundations for AchievementDavid SeedhouseSeptember 1986Ethics: The Heart of Health CareDavid SeedhouseJuly 1988Liberating MedicineDavid SeedhouseMarch 1991Philosophical Medical EthicsRaanan GillonOctober 1986
Table of Contents
The Aims of This Book. Why Should Doctors Study Ethics. TWO INSTRUMENTS TO ENHANCE MORAL REASONING. The Ethical Grid. The Algorithm. THE CASES. A Dilemma In Casualty. Should I ''...Respect the Secrets Which Are Confied in Me...'' . Euthanasia. To Whom Am I Obliged?. A Duty to Society?. Communication. Informed Consent. Truth Hurts?. Screening. Helping When It's Not Wanted. A Consultation with an Ethicist. Abortion. Child Abuse. A Most Common Dilemma. Allocating Resources. Conclusion. Index.
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