Taylor & Francis Ltd Paperback English
Values, Ethics and Rights for Health and Social Care
By Phil Musson
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An understanding of values, ethics and rights is key to good practice. This book introduces these fundamental topics in an accessible style appropriate for all health and social care students and professionals. This book serves as an indispensable resource for both health and social care students and professionals, providing a comprehensive introduction to the foundational principles of values, ethics, and rights. Offering a clear and accessible approach, it equips readers with the necessary knowledge to maintain exemplary professional standards, especially in demanding situations. Emphasising the significance of these principles as the cornerstone of effective practice, it underscores their importance before delving into clinical skills. The book adeptly navigates through intricate ideas, encompassing crucial aspects such as individual safety, consent, confidentiality, and the maintenance of professional boundaries. Throughout, it includes exercises and opportunities for constructive debate and discussion, ensuring a thorough understanding of these critical concepts.
An understanding of values, ethics and rights is key to good practice. This book introduces these fundamental topics in an accessible style appropriate for all health and social care students and professionals.
This book serves as an indispensable resource for both health and social care students and professionals, providing a comprehensive introduction to the foundational principles of values, ethics, and rights. Offering a clear and accessible approach, it equips readers with the necessary knowledge to maintain exemplary professional standards, especially in demanding situations. Emphasising the significance of these principles as the cornerstone of effective practice, it underscores their importance before delving into clinical skills.
The book adeptly navigates through intricate ideas, encompassing crucial aspects such as individual safety, consent, confidentiality, and the maintenance of professional boundaries. Throughout, it includes exercises and opportunities for constructive debate and discussion, ensuring a thorough understanding of these critical concepts.