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The Basics of Bioethics, Fourth Edition offers an easytofollow introduction to this dynamic field, intended for healthcare professionals, teachers, students, and anyone interested in bioethics. Accessible and enjoyable for readers of all backgrounds, the book contains numerous casesincluding ones that recently have dominated international headlinesto help anchor the broader discussion. The text is suitable for use in short courses in schools of medicine, nursing, and other health professions; continuing professional education; various undergraduate departments; and adult education. Chapters are organized around common moral themes in order to help readers understand the values and other connections that tie together different positions in bioethics. This fourth edition adds a new chapter on alternative frameworks in bioethics, including narrative ethics and casuistry, feminist approaches, care ethics, and virtue ethics. Due to significant advances in genetics and reproductive possibilities, this new edition devotes a full chapter to each. The combined teaching, research, and clinical experience of the two authors helps make this edition current with the evolving field of bioethics, while still embedding the major issues in a systematic framework that allows readers easily to navigate the larger field.Key Changes to the Fourth Edition: An added chapter on new and emerging approaches in bioethics, including those based on virtue ethics, casuistry and narrative ethics, feminist ethics, and care ethics Updates throughout the book based on developments in ethical theory and new medical research Revisions and updates to the Learning Objectives, Key Terms, Bibliographies, and URLs The addition of multiple recent case studies, including:Jahi McMathan undocumented patient who needs a rule benta pediatrician who turns away unvaccinated patientsa minor eligible for pediatric bariatric surgerya daughter suing a hospital for nondisclosure of her fathers Huntingtons diagnosisCRISPRedited newborn babies
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- Q: What topics does 'The Basics of Bioethics' cover? A: The book addresses a variety of topics in bioethics, including moral themes, recent case studies, and new approaches such as narrative ethics, feminist ethics, and virtue ethics.
- Q: Who is the intended audience for this book? A: This book is intended for healthcare professionals, teachers, students, and anyone interested in understanding the principles of bioethics.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in bioethics? A: Yes, 'The Basics of Bioethics' offers an easy-to-follow introduction that is accessible to readers of all backgrounds.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 296 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was the fourth edition published? A: The fourth edition was published on October 31, 2019.
- Q: What are some key updates in the fourth edition? A: Key updates include a new chapter on emerging approaches in bioethics, revisions to learning objectives, and multiple recent case studies.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Laura K. Guidry-Grimes.
- Q: What types of courses is this book suitable for? A: The book is suitable for short courses in medicine, nursing, and other health professions, as well as for continuing education and adult education programs.
- Q: Does the book include real-world case studies? A: Yes, it includes numerous case studies that relate to current bioethical dilemmas.