There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

You will be introduced to ethical theories and principles relevant to health care; these include utilitarianism, deontology, the ethics of care, values-based care and the bio-ethical principles. Other topics addressed in the module are responsibility and accountability, professional regulation, record keeping, consent, confidentiality, patient rights, restraint, and do-not-attempt cardio pulmonary resuscitation (DNACPR). Adults with incapacity and other related issues, such as, the use and abuse of power, and advocacy are also considered. Relevant professional, ethical and legal implications will be related to all areas considered in the module.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Examine professional, ethical and legal issues relevant to contemporary healthcare practice.

LO2: Apply ethical theories and principles to healthcare situations arising from practice.

LO3: Examine professional regulation and accountability and how this relates to practice in your country.

LO4: Demonstrate insight into the importance of rights for individuals and groups in terms of healthcare provision.

LO5: Review personal and professional values underpinning compassionate care and person-centred approaches to care.

LO6: Use case studies and practice based scenarios to explore and apply the principles concepts and theories that relate to professional, ethical and legal healthcare practice.