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BHF 403

Topics – Medical Law and Ethics
Name: Topics – Medical Law and Ethics
Course Number: BHF 403
Credit(s): 3

Course Description

This course introduces students to the medical ethics governing the legal relationship between medical practitioners and their patients. The course explores the legal and ethical implications of providing medical advice, diagnosis, and treatment. Covered topics include ethical and legal issues in the doctor-patient relationship, consent, treating adults lacking capacity, treating children and young people, patient confidentiality, managing health records, and prescribing and administering medication.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Learn and discuss legal and ethical issues in everyday medical practice.
  • Learn and discuss appropriate approaches to legal and ethical dilemmas in medical practice.
  • Critically analyze relevant case laws pertinent to medical and healthcare.
  • Understand how to maintain professional standards in the medical and healthcare professions.

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