Medical Law and Ethics
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Keywords
allied health , healthcare , health care , health education , health sciences , ethics , medical ethics , medical law , legal , healthcare regulations , healthcare law , patient care
Project
Authors
Date Submitted
2015
Material Type
Hybrid/Blended Course
Secondary Material Type
Assessment Tool
Assignment
Case Study
Drill and Practice
Online Course Module
Presentation
Quiz/Test
Syllabus
Assignment
Case Study
Drill and Practice
Online Course Module
Presentation
Quiz/Test
Syllabus
Institution
Roane State Community College
Industry Partner
TN Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 2
Additional Public Access
Abstract
This course introduces legal and ethical issues that impact healthcare professionals. Laws and regulations related to the health care industry such as HIPAA, Patient Bill of Rights, and standard of care are addressed, and ethical and moral issues that healthcare professionals may encounter are presented. Students will develop an understanding of the unique interplay of the new and changing health care, technology, workforce, research, financing, regulation, and personal and professional behaviors, values and assumptions that underlie the current healthcare system.
Industry (NAISC)
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation (SOC)
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (29-0000)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Associate Degree
Educational Level
2nd Year Community College or equivalent