PA 503 - Ethics and Medicine

Institution:

West Liberty University

Subject:

Physician Assistant Studies

Description:

This course is designed to expose students to legal and ethical dilemmas faced in medical practice. Material presented addresses contemporary ethical and legal issues faced by practicing physician assistants, and their responsibilities as part of the health care team. The course presents approaches that facilitate thinking through the complexities of ethical issues in clinical practice. Professional responsibility, privileging, patient confidentiality, informed consent, and patient welfare are also covered. In addition, representative opinions are offered. The format will include assigned readings, reflection papers, class discussion and presentations. Topics include death and dying decisions, informed consent, decisional capacity, cultural and religious beliefs, euthanasia and assisted suicide, genetic screening, and the use of humans in clinical research. The course also covers some of the historical events that have influenced decision in health care.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westliberty.edu/

Phone Number:

(304) 336-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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