Ethical Issues in Healthcare Literature
-- viewing nowEthical Issues in Healthcare literature explores the complex moral dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals and patients. It examines topics such as informed consent, patient autonomy, and end-of-life care.
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• Patient Autonomy
• Confidentiality and Privacy
• End-of-Life Care and Euthanasia
• Resource Allocation and Justice
• Medical Error and Disclosure
• Genetic Testing and Screening
• Physician-Patient Relationships
• Research Ethics
• Public Health Ethics
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Career Role | Description | Primary Keywords | Secondary Keywords |
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Healthcare Ethicist | Provides ethical guidance on complex healthcare dilemmas, ensuring patient autonomy and well-being. | Ethics, Bioethics, Healthcare, Morality | Compliance, Policy, Legislation, Research |
Medical Lawyer (Specialising in Medical Negligence) | Represents patients or healthcare providers in legal disputes related to medical malpractice. | Medical Negligence, Litigation, Law, Healthcare | Claims, Liability, Compensation, Regulation |
Clinical Research Associate (CRA) | Monitors clinical trials to ensure adherence to ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements. | Clinical Trials, Research, Compliance, Ethics | Data Management, Monitoring, Auditing, Regulatory Affairs |
Healthcare Data Analyst (Ethics Focus) | Analyzes patient data, ensuring privacy and ethical considerations are met during data processing. | Data Analysis, Privacy, Ethics, Healthcare Data | GDPR, Anonymization, Confidentiality, Security |
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- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
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- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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