Author : Ellen Marie Olson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)
Book Synopsis Controversies in Ethics in Long-term Care by : Ellen Marie Olson
Download or read book Controversies in Ethics in Long-term Care written by Ellen Marie Olson and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In decision-making, health care providers of long-term care regularly face a struggle between moral imperatives, medical technology, and financial considerations. This volume addresses crucial ethical issues, including advance directives (living wills), autonomy of the frail elders, home vs. institutional care, termination of treatment, and comfort care. It also discusses multicultural issues and the treatment of dementia patients. The volume is a vital resource for all long-term care professionals, as well as for academics and students concerned with ethics in health care.