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Ethics, Law and Health Care: A Guide for Nurses and Midwives

by Fiona McDonald

Ethical and legal decision-making in nursing and midwifery

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Ethical and legal decision-making in nursing and midwifery

Fiona McDonald’s third edition organizes professional dilemmas around autonomy, non-maleficence, beneficence and justice, alongside the Australian nursing and midwifery codes. Its scope includes chapters on dispensing and prescribing medicines and independent practice, with expanded attention to rural practice, cultural safety and Indigenous perspectives. The book also addresses changes in law and professional codes, presenting a framework for working through ethical and legal questions in care settings. The Australian professional and legal context is central to the guide, making that context an important consideration for its use elsewhere.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Nursing and midwifery students seeking a structured introduction to ethical and legal issues in practice
  • Practising nurses and midwives looking for a reference on professional decision-making
  • Readers interested in Australian health-care codes, cultural safety and Indigenous perspectives

Themes

Biomedical ethicsNursing and midwifery lawProfessional codes and conductCultural safety and Indigenous perspectivesMedication prescribing and independent practice

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Book overview

Now in its third edition, this popular textbook equips health care professionals with the tools to navigate legal and ethical challenges effectively.

Grounded in the four principles of biomedical ethics - autonomy, non-maleficence, beneficence and justice - and aligned with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Codes of Ethics and Codes of Conduct, it provides a clear framework for analysing and approaching complex ethical and legal issues in professional practice.

New to this edition:
- Contributions from a diverse team of new and established co-authors
- Two brand-new chapters on dispensing and prescribing medications and independent practice
- Expanded coverage on rural practice, cultural safety and Indigenous perspectives
- Comprehensive updates to reflect changes in law, including human rights legislation and revised professional codes

Packed with practical learning tools, this book is an essential resource for students and practitioners, offering a clear decision-making framework to help you act with confidence.

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