Examines the current ethical issues in the healthcare system. Problems and conflicts posed by interpersonal, professional, and client relationships as well as business considerations will be discussed. Ethical issues explored may include right to live, right to die, transplants, informed consent, sterilization, abortion, and human experimentation.
Prerequisites: HSC 1110 Introduction to Health Care must be taken with a grade of D- or better.HSC 3110 Health Law and Regulations must be taken with a grade of D- or better.HSC 3150 Planning and Evaluation of Health Services must be taken with a grade of D- or better.
Required Texts: Health Care Ethics: Critical Issues for the 21st Century. 4th Ed. 2019. Morrison. Jones & Bartlett. Paperback: 9781284124910.
