Legal Aspects of Midwifery - Couverture souple

Dimond, Bridgit C.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1898507163 ISBN 13 : 9781898507161

Editeur : Books for Midwives, 1994

Synopsis

Any course of action a midwife might take or fail to take, any advice she may give to her client will have legal implications whether she knows it or not.Every midwife at whatever level will, therefore, find this compendium on the legal aspects of her profession an essential guide through the legal framework within which she operates. No previous knowledge of law is required. To make the subject matter easy to absorb, relevant legal statutes are highlighted, legal cases illustrating real-life situations are quoted and discussed and test-questions follow each chapter. Legal terms are defined and explained in a glossary.

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Revue de presse

Already use the 3rd edition. Excellent updated information ... Seminal text for students ... Excellent [scope] as always. --Jane Harris, Deputy Head of Midwifery, University of Chester.

Essential reading in introductory year and final year for professional/legal understanding of professional practice. --Patricia Walker, Senior Lecturer in Midwifery and Child Care, Canterbury Christ Church University.

This is an excellent resource for student and practicing midwives in Britain.This interesting book does a nice job initially outlining the patient's rights, an area that is important to any audience, then covering litigation and statutory provisions, as well as special circumstances. The author does a nice job of breaking down the content under appropriate headings, which enhances the readability for students or professionals.While this book does not reflect the laws of the U.S. or other countries, it would be a nice addition to a midwife's library because the information reflects best practices in delivering midwifery care. Because the statutes and laws are so specific, this would be an essential book for midwives practicing in Britain. The material is technical, but the author explains it in a way that is easy to read and understand. --4 star review by Michele R Davidson, PhD, CNM, CFN (George Mason University College of Health and Human Services on Doodys Enterprises,Inc, USA Book Review Service

Essential reading in introductory year and final year for professional/legal understanding of professional practice. --Patricia Walker, Senior Lecturer in Midwifery and Child Care, Canterbury Christ Church University.

This is an excellent resource for student and practicing midwives in Britain.This interesting book does a nice job initially outlining the patient's rights, an area that is important to any audience, then covering litigation and statutory provisions, as well as special circumstances. The author does a nice job of breaking down the content under appropriate headings, which enhances the readability for students or professionals.While this book does not reflect the laws of the U.S. or other countries, it would be a nice addition to a midwife's library because the information reflects best practices in delivering midwifery care. Because the statutes and laws are so specific, this would be an essential book for midwives practicing in Britain. The material is technical, but the author explains it in a way that is easy to read and understand. --4 star review by Doodys Enterprises,Inc, USA.

Présentation de l'éditeur

A readable textbook on the law relating to midwifery practice which discusses the legal issues arising in typical situations encountered by midwives. Written by a well-known author of many books on legal aspects of healthcare. Covers the essential topics which midwifery students and practitioners need to understand to see how the law impacts upon their practice. Chapters cover human rights and midwifery practice, consent to treatment, confidentiality and patient access to records, handling complaints, the rights of the unborn, legal issues relating to teenagers and pregnancy, negligence, records and record keeping, health and safety, medicines, criminal law and issues relating to letting neonates die, and termination of pregnancy. The Francis Report on the Mid Staffs NHS Foundation Trust is discussed and the repercussions for patients, midwives and managers are considered, as well as the Health and Social Care Act 2012 and its implications for midwives.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Books for Midwives
• Date d'édition: 1994
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1898507163
• ISBN 13: 9781898507161
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 344
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible