HTH 1301 Medical Law and Ethics
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HTH 1301 Medical Law and Ethics
Description
Introduces the key principles governing release of information and confidentiality of patient information. An overview of healthcare delivery systems and the roles of healthcare professionals is also presented. Other topics include confidentiality; release of information; legislative process; the court system; legal vocabulary; record retention guidelines; patient rights/advocacy; advance directives; and ethics.
Outcomes
- Describe the legal and ethical aspects of healthcare information.
- Apply policies and procedures to proper access and disclosure of personal health information.
- Apply current compliance standards related to health information initiatives.
- Explore ethical standards of professional practice in healthcare settings.
- Explain procedures regarding the release of patient information to authorized users.
- Explain the importance of patient’s rights, advance directives, and other aspects of informed consent in American health care.
- Differentiate the roles of various providers throughout the continuum of health care.
PreRequisites
None
Textbook(s)
Law & ethics for health professions (Rev: 7th ed.)
Publisher: McGraw-Hill (2016)
Author: Judson, K., & Harrison, C.
ISBN: 9780073513836
* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]
