"This thoroughly updated third edition lays a solid foundation for understanding the intersection of law, ethics and the rights of the patient, in the context of everyday nursing and health care practice"-- Provided by publisher.

Introducing Ethics in Healthcare -- Human Rights and the Law -- Life at the beginning to adulthood -- Patient Information, Confidentiality and Technology -- Consent to Treatment and Patient Autonomy -- First, Do No Harm -- Vulnerable Adults and Elder Abuse -- Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity -- End of Life Care of Decision Making -- Final Reflection.