CFCC 2018-2019 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
CFCC 2018-2019 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

OST 149 - Medical Legal Issues


Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and ethical issues involved in providing health-care services. Emphasis is placed on the legal requirements of medical practices; the relationship of physician, patient, and office personnel; professional liabilities; and medical practice liability. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current medical law and accepted ethical behavior. (S10679)