PHL 112 - Medical Ethics

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Quinebaug

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Description:

3 Credits An introduction to philosophical thinlung through consideration of problems at the interface of medicine and ethics. Students will use existing ethical theories to explore the philosophical dimensions of issues such as professional ethics, patient rights, informed consent, communicable/ notifiable diseases, narcotics, abortion, sterilization, euthanasia, and life sustaining technology. Ethical issues will be explored within the context of current laws and cases which structure medical practice. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement on the reading section of the Basic Skills Assessment or completion of ENG* 073

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.qvcc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 412-7200

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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