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Law for Nurses and Midwives

Law for Nurses and Midwives continues to be the definitive health law text for nursing and midwifery students who are required to consider legal, professional and ethical considerations as part of their tertiary studies. The 9th edition includes the latest updates to case law and information on nursing and midwifery governance and professional practice standards, outlining a range of legal issues and responsibilities specific to both nursing and midwifery practice, including consent to treatment, confidentiality, professional negligence and professional ethics. Written by the most eminent experts in nursing and midwifery law in Australia, Patricia Staunton and Mary Chiarella, Law for Nurses and Midwives provides a comprehensive and accessible resource for nursing and midwifery students to understand the relevance of legal issues to the provision of safe and effective healthcare. - NEW chapter: Chapter 9 The International Confederation of Midwives Code of ethics for midwives and the International Council of Nurses Code of ethics for nurses gives you the latest information on global standards for ethical practice - Increased focus on midwives strengthens the text's relevance to midwifery practice - Updated chapter content reflects changes to Australian state and territory legislation as well as new case reports keeping you fully informed on issues such as: - nursing and midwifery professional practice standards; - detailed consideration of the legal issues pertinent to mental health; - consent to treatment, including the right to withhold consent and end-of-life planning; - the contract of employment, including workplace health and safety and workers compensation. - An eBook included in all print purchases

Law for Nurses and Midwives - E-Book

Comprehensive, accessible and practical legal advice for students and practitionersFirst published in 1985, Law for Nurses and Midwives continues to provide the most comprehensive and practical nursing text available to assist nurses and midwives to practise professionally and safely.The book is designed to support the reader to apply relevant legal, ethical and regulatory principles to their day-to-day clinical practice. For example, when students are starting a surgical placement, they can find the latest practical legal advice on consent; when they are on a medical placement, they can refer to the chapter on medications.This tenth edition is fully updated and incorporates legislative changes of all relevant practice areas in all states and territories in Australia. Ideal for students undertaking a diploma, bachelor's or postgraduate degree, it will remain relevant throughout their careers as an invaluable reference guide that enhances the provision of safe, quality healthcare in Australia. - Comprehensive and fully updated guide to the laws, codes and regulations that govern nursing and midwifery practice - Includes relevant case law and hypothetical examples — shows how legal principles directly relate to daily clinical practice - Legal, ethical and regulatory concepts introduced in an engaging way — easy to read and understand - Includes practical considerations of ethical decision-making - Logical sequencing and flow of information, with end-of-chapter review questions and key points boxes to support learning - Cases and case examples throughout demonstrate concepts and application to practice Instructor resources on Evolve: - Case studies - Model answers to end-of-chapter review questions Student and Instructor resources on Evolve: - Multiple-choice questions

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