Publisher's Synopsis
Exploring both traditional and contemporary ethical theories, the fourth edition of "Nursing Ethics Through The Life Span" outlines and applies philosophical guidelines that will assist any nurse in making ethically sound choices. Appropriate either as a guide for nursing students or as a reference for practicing nurses, Bandman & Bandman give readers a thorough, sound basis for understanding why the application of ethical principles is important in health care. Included here are: clinical case studies within each chapter to illustrate day-to-day ethical situations; extensive coverage of current healthcare topics that have ethical ramifications such as euthanasia, assisted suicide, HIV/AIDS, organ transplantation, and experimental medical treatments; "What If..." questions throughout the text to encourage critical thinking; and special ethics chapters that feature "Developmental Highlights," "Issues and Problems," and "Morally Reasoned Nursing Interventions."
