History and Theory of Informed Consent.
A timely, authoritative discussion of an important clinical topic, this useful book outlines the history, function, nature and requirements of informed consent, focusing on patient autonomy as central to the concept. Primarily a philosophical analysis, the book also covers legal aspects, with chapte...
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| Format: | Electronic eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Oxford University Press, Incorporated,
1986.
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| Summary: | A timely, authoritative discussion of an important clinical topic, this useful book outlines the history, function, nature and requirements of informed consent, focusing on patient autonomy as central to the concept. Primarily a philosophical analysis, the book also covers legal aspects, with chapters on disclosure, comprehension, and competence. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (409 pages) |
| ISBN: | 9780199748655 0199748659 |