Law and Professional Issues in Nursing

SECOND EDITION

Nurses are more accountable than ever to the public, patients, their employers and the profession and it is vital that they have a clear understanding of the legal, ethical and professional dilemmas they will face in the course of their professional career. This book is an essential resource for student nurses as they begin to develop their knowledge and understanding of the requirements for safe practice in healthcare. This new edition includes increased coverage of protection of vulnerable adults and ethics and principled decision making.

Praise for this book

"This text is authoritative and the best example of informing nurses in a complex practice area. Examples of case law, statutes and scenarios are invaluable in bringing each chapter alive. Brilliant!" (Lecturer, University of Wolverhampton.)

Authors:
Richard Griffith, Swansea University
Cassam Tengnah, Swansea University

Series: Transforming Nursing Practice

Publication Date: 16/06/2010

No. of Pages: 248