The Law and Ethics of Medicine
Download or Read eBook The Law and Ethics of Medicine PDF written by John Keown and published by Oxford University Press on Demand. This book was released on 2012-04-26 with total page 415 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : John Keown |
| Publisher | : Oxford University Press on Demand |
| Total Pages | : 415 |
| Release | : 2012-04-26 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780199589555 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0199589550 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (55 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Law and Ethics of Medicine by : John Keown
Book excerpt: The principle of the sanctity of life is key to the law governing medical practice and professional medical ethics. It is also widely misunderstood. This book clarifies the principle and considers how it influences the law governing abortion; 'test-tube' babies; euthanasia; feeding patients in persistent vegetative states; and palliative treatment.
