LAW 207 - Introduction to Legal Nurse Practice and Ethics

Institution:

Yavapai College

Subject:

Paralegal

Description:

LAW 207. Introduction to Legal Nurse Practice and Ethics (3). A survey of legal nurse practice and a study of the most important ethical issues facing the medical and legal professions as defined by organizations such as the American Bar Association, the American Medical Association, the American Nurses Association and the American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants. Application of ethical principles to case studies. Analysis of issues including informed consent, euthanasia, assisted suicide, and standards of care. An overview of the legal nurse profession, issues, marketing strategies, and the role of the legal nurse in the litigation process. Three lecture.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.YC.EDU

Phone Number:

(928) 445-7300

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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