LexisNexis Questions and Answers: Medical Law is designed to facilitate both continuous review and preparation for assignments and examinations. This book provides a clear and concise revision guide for each of the major topics covered in the typical health law course. It provides an understanding of medical law in each Australian jurisdiction and gives a clear and systematic approach to analysing and answering problem and essay questions. Each chapter commences with an identification of the key issues, including a summary of the relevant cases and legislation. Each question is followed by a suggested answer plan, a sample answer and comments on how the answer might be assessed by an examiner. The author also offers advice on common errors to avoid and practical hints and tips on how to achieve higher marks.
The book covers a wide range of topics within the medical law area, including:
Consent to medical treatment
Medical negligence
Confidentiality and privacy
Issues at the beginning of life
End of life issues
Organ and tissue donation
Mental health law
Additional duties and obligations of health professionals
Features
Summary of key issues
Questions with answer guide, model answer, examiners comments and common answers to avoid
Helps students revise key areas before attempting problem questions
Assist students with effective study and exam preparation
Related Titles
Allan & Blake, Australian Health Law, 2018
Madden & McIlwraith, Australian Medical Liability, 3rd ed, 2017
Richards & Louise, Medical Law & Ethics: A Problem Based Approach, 2014
Malcolm Smith is an Associate Professor at the Griffith Law School. He teaches, researches and publishes in the area of health law and bioethics, torts and contracts, with a particular interest in the law and ethics associated with assisted reproductive technologies, medical negligence and consent to treatment.