Ethical and Legal Foundations. -- Principles of Beneficence and Nonmaleficence. -- Caring and Communication. -- Patient Autonomy and Informed Consent. -- Truthfulness and Confidentiality. -- Death and Dying. -- Health Care Distribution. -- Student and Employee Rights. -- Diversity. -- Overview of Future Challenges. -- Appendix A : Code of Ethics. -- Appendix B : Sample Documentation Forms. -- Answers to Chapter Review Questions. -- Index
This examination of ethical and legal principles and issues provides vital information for radiography, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and radiation professionals. It discusses the foundations of ethics for technologists, then enters into a discussion of applicable law, with each chapter divided into two sections of ethical issues and legal issues. Learning activities and current event discussions help the readers learn and remember information so they can use it in real life.
College of Health Sciences
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Magnetic resonance imaging--Law and legislation--United States. Magnetic resonance imaging--Moral and ethical aspects.