Acute Cases In Moral Medicine

By Edward F Burke

Book Overview

Acute Cases In Moral Medicine is a book written by Edward F. Burke that explores the ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals in their daily practice. The book is divided into two parts. The first part discusses the theoretical foundations of medical ethics, including the principles of autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice. It also covers the role of healthcare professionals in decision-making, the importance of informed consent, and the ethical implications of medical technology.The second part of the book presents a series of case studies that illustrate the application of ethical principles in real-life situations. These cases cover a wide range of topics, including end-of-life care, reproductive rights, genetic testing, and medical research. Each case is presented in a clear and concise manner, with an emphasis on the ethical considerations involved and the possible courses of action that healthcare professionals can take.Overall, Acute Cases In Moral Medicine is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, students of medical ethics, and anyone interested in the ethical issues surrounding healthcare. It provides a comprehensive overview of the theoretical foundations of medical ethics and offers practical guidance on how to apply these principles in real-life situations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162743832
• ISBN13: 9781162743837
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"