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Wrong Medicine: Doctors, Patients, And Futile Treatment,Used
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In Wrong Medicine, Lawrence J. Schneiderman, M.D., And Nancy S. Jecker, Ph.D., Address Issues That Have Occupied The Media And The Courts Since The Time Of Karen Ann Quinlan. The Authors Examine The Ethics Of Cases In Which Medical Treatment Is Offeredor Mandatedeven If A Patient Lacks The Capacity To Appreciate Its Benefit Or If The Treatment Will Still Leave A Patient Totally Dependent On Intensive Medical Care. In Exploring These Timely Issues Schneiderman And Jecker Reexamine The Doctorpatient Relationship And Call For A Restoration Of Common Sense And Reality To What We Expect From Medicine. They Discuss Economic, Historical, And Demographic Factors That Affect Medical Care And Offer Clear Definitions Of What Constitutes Futile Medical Treatment. And They Address Such Topics As The Limits On Unwanted Treatment, The Shift From The 'Age Of Physician Paternalism' To The 'Age Of Patient Autonomy,' Health Care Rationing, And The Adoption Of New Ethical Standards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Wrong Medicine'? A: 'Wrong Medicine' primarily focuses on the ethical dilemmas surrounding medical treatment offered to patients who may not fully benefit from it, including discussions on patient autonomy and futile medical care.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors of 'Wrong Medicine' are Lawrence J. Schneiderman, M.D., and Nancy S. Jecker, Ph.D.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers a range of topics including the ethics of futile medical treatment, the dynamics of the doctor-patient relationship, and the implications of health care rationing.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Wrong Medicine'? A: 'Wrong Medicine' was published on March 3, 2000.
- Q: Is 'Wrong Medicine' a new or used book? A: 'Wrong Medicine' is listed as a new book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Wrong Medicine' has a total of 220 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Wrong Medicine' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What kind of reader would benefit from this book? A: This book is beneficial for readers interested in medical ethics, healthcare policy, and the history of patient rights.
- Q: Does the book discuss the shift from physician paternalism to patient autonomy? A: Yes, 'Wrong Medicine' addresses the shift from the 'Age of Physician Paternalism' to the 'Age of Patient Autonomy' and its implications in medical treatment.
- Q: Are there any definitions of futile medical treatment in the book? A: Yes, the authors provide clear definitions and discussions surrounding what constitutes futile medical treatment within the context of healthcare.