This books gives guidance for doctors and other health professionals who are involved in providing health care for children and young people. The books sets out best practice guidance, and explains that children and young people should be allowed to participate in decisions about their health care to the extent they wish. It explains who can give consent to treatment on behalf of a person under 18 and when children and young people can seek health care and advice independently. It also explores the issue of refusal of treatment; what parents are entitled to refuse on behalf of their young children, and what to do if young people refuse treatment. A comprehensive summary of chapters provides quick reference for the key ethical and legal issues.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Bmj Publishing Group
ISBN-13
9780727912282
eBay Product ID (ePID)
96821705
Product Key Features
Author
British Medical Association
Publication Name
Consent, Rights and Choices in Health Care for Children and Young People
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Medicine, Healthcare System
Publication Year
2000
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
300 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
223mm
Item Width
141mm
Item Weight
382g
Additional Product Features
Editor
British Medical Association
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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