Ethics in Professional Practice

Catalog description

This course explores complex ethical and legal challenges in healthcare by examining key legal standards, ethical decision-making in resource-limited settings, discharge planning, and end-of-life considerations. Topics include advanced directives, resource rationing, EMTALA compliance, and the ethics of life-sustaining treatments. By the course's end, participants will gain a deeper understanding of ethical principles to navigate diverse healthcare situations confidently. Satisfies Magis Core: Designated Ethics. P: Ethics, IPE 500 .