PHIL 5340 - Moral and Philosophical Foundations of Health Care

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Western Michigan University

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In this course philosophical reflection and biological science are combined in a critical examination of the nature and purpose of the health sciences. Topics to be considered include: the aims of the health sciences; the interplay of fact and value in health care; competing images of humankind embedded in health science; patient autonomy, dignity, and medical paternalism. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Notes: 5000-LEVEL COURSES The prerequisites for admission into 5000-level courses are: Junior status and 12 hours of philosophy. Specific prerequisites may be added to individual courses. Credits: 3 hours

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 387-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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