Values, Ethics and Rights for Health and Social Care
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Values, Ethics and Rights for Health and Social Care

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eBook - ePub

Values, Ethics and Rights for Health and Social Care

About this book

An understanding of values, ethics and rights is key to good practice. This book introduces these fundamental topics in an accessible style appropriate for all health and social care students and professionals.

This book serves as an indispensable resource for both health and social care students and professionals, providing a comprehensive introduction to the foundational principles of values, ethics, and rights. Offering a clear and accessible approach, it equips readers with the necessary knowledge to maintain exemplary professional standards, especially in demanding situations. Emphasising the significance of these principles as the cornerstone of effective practice, it underscores their importance before delving into clinical skills.

The book adeptly navigates through intricate ideas, encompassing crucial aspects such as individual safety, consent, confidentiality, and the maintenance of professional boundaries. Throughout, it includes exercises and opportunities for constructive debate and discussion, ensuring a thorough understanding of these critical concepts.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright Page
  5. Acknowledgements
  6. Table of Contents
  7. About the author
  8. Foreword
  9. Introduction: why this book?
  10. Chapter 1 The importance of values, ethics and rights for health and social care workers
  11. Chapter 2 Values: who and what do you stand up for?
  12. Chapter 3 Ethics: where do we get our sense of ‘what is right’?
  13. Chapter 4 Medical ethics
  14. Chapter 5 Rights: their role in countering discrimination and oppression
  15. Chapter 6 Consent and confidentiality
  16. Chapter 7 Conclusion
  17. Multiple-choice quiz answers
  18. References
  19. Index