Nursing practice is informed by, and framed within, the principles of law and ethics. This subject begins with an introduction to ethics, including an overview of the ethical theories and principles used in health care. Students are then introduced to the law and to the notion of legal systems while … For more content click the Read more button below.
Nursing practice is informed by, and framed within, the principles of law and ethics. This subject begins with an introduction to ethics, including an overview of the ethical theories and principles used in health care. Students are then introduced to the law and to the notion of legal systems while reviewing the sources of law and examining the difference between criminal and civil law. Concepts including 'duty of care' negligence, end of life issues, whistleblowing, resource allocation, and conscientious objection will also be explored as students examine the legal, ethical and professional responsibilities of nursing and accountability in nursing practice.
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.
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Subject instances
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Learning resources
Recommended - Book - Ethics and Law for the Health Professions
Title:Ethics and Law for the Health Professions
Resource requirement:Recommended
Author/editor:Kerridge, Lowe, & Stewart
Year:2013
Edition/volume:4th ed
Publisher:Kerridge, Lowe, & Stewart
Prescribed - Book - Ethics and Law for Australian Nurses
Title:Ethics and Law for Australian Nurses
Resource requirement:Prescribed
Author/editor:Atkins, de Lacey, Ripperger & Britton
Year:2017
Publisher:CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS
Prescribed - Book - Ethics, Law and Health Care: a guide for nurses and midwives
Title:Ethics, Law and Health Care: a guide for nurses and midwives
Resource requirement:Prescribed
Author/editor:McDonald, F. & Shih-Ning Then
Year:2014
Publisher:PALGRAVE MACMILLAN, SOUTH YARRA
Career ready
Work based learning (placement):No
Graduate capabilities
COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility
Subject intended learning outcomes
On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Explain the ethical and legal nature of nursing practice.
2.
Identify and apply common ethical theories and principles.
3.
Critically examine contemporary legal and ethical issues within nursing practice.
4.
Critically reflect upon individual values and how these may influence a nurse's practice.
