| A New Paradigm for Informed Consent Contributor(s): Switankowsky, Irene S. (Author) |
|
 |
ISBN: 0761810161 ISBN-13: 9780761810162 Publisher: University Press of America OUR PRICE: $79.80 Product Type: Hardcover Published: June 1998 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Physician & Patient - Medical | Education & Training |
| Dewey: 610.696 |
| LCCN: 97050149 |
| Physical Information: 0.66" H x 6.04" W x 8.76" (0.76 lbs) 160 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In this book, the elements of informed consent are brought into a unified theory that results in a new paradigm for informed consent. Based upon an autonomy-enhancing model, this paradigm makes it a necessary condition that the patient gives an autonomous and well-informed decision in favor of a medical treatment. The author proceeds to redefine the physician-patient relationship so that the relationship is an equal partnership between the two individuals, with the common goal of improving overall health and well-being. This will be a valuable book for anyone interested in bioethics, as well as medical professionals. |