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Metropolitan Community CollegeCourse Syllabus FALL 2009COURSE IDENTIFICATION

Title:

Introduction to Medical Law and Ethics

Prefix/Section:

HIMS 1150 1A

Credit Hours:

4.5 quarter hours

Begins/Ends/No-Class Days:09/02/09 11/11/09; 11 class days

Meeting Day/Time:

Wednesday 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Last Day to Withdraw:10/27/09

Delivery Type:

Traditional Classroom

Class Location:

EVC, Room 124

HIMS Website:

http://ctva.mccneb.edu/jchess

Medical Resource Website:www.onelook.com

Important Dates:

http://www.lmccneb.edu/searchresults.asp?q=important+dates&x=11&y=8

CONTACT INFORMATION

Instructor Name:

Mary Rezac

Office Location:

HomeHome Telephone:

(402) 498-8432

Office Hours:

By appointment

Email Address:

[email protected]

Academic Program Area:Information Technology and E-Learning

Deans Office Telephone:(402) 457-2660

COURSE INFORMATION

Course Description:

This course gives students a foundation into the federal and state laws of the medical profession and ethical issues associated with working in a healthcare setting. HIPAA regulations will be explored in detail. Course coverage will include professional, social, and interpersonal healthcare issues. Coverage will also include identification of measures to promote confidentiality as major changes in electronic health record (HER) technology occur. Investigation of techniques to maintain the office safety, as well as the safety and confidentiality of patients and medical records, will also be included.

Course Prerequisites: None

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Compare and contrast the terms law and ethics as each relates to the medical profession.

2. Explain why knowledge of law and ethics is important to health care practitioners.

3. Distinguish among law, ethics, bioethics, etiquette and protocol.

4. Identify the major purposes of the medical practice acts and the main functions of the medical boards at the state level of administration.

5. Name and describe important legislative acts which have influenced healthcare.

6. Explain the purpose and principles associated with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance standards and how covered entities must comply with HIPAA provisions.

7. Define professional liability and medical malpractice and identify measures to prevent litigation.

8. Identify measures to promote confidentiality as major changes in technology occur.

9. Describe how the laws affect the workplace as related to employment, safety of staff and patients, universal precautions, and workers compensation laws.

10. Name and describe several bioethical issues which are currently arising and explain why they need to be addressed in a code of ethics.

Required/Supplemental Materials:

Text title:

Law & Ethics for Medical Careers

Edition: 4th, 2006

Author:Karen Judson, Carlene Harrison, and Sharon Hicks, CMA

Publisher: Glencoe/McGraw-Hill

Online submission requirements

If a student is absent from class for any reason, homework may be submitted by email to the instructor. Metropolitan Community College uses Microsoft products as part of its standard software and encourages students to do the same. The student may save word-processed documents for file attachments in Microsoft Word .doc or .docx format. If your software does not allow either of these, then save files in Rich Text Format (rft)

Course Structure:

This course is traditional, meeting on campus once a week. During the class period the instructor will introduce the material being studied in each module. Written handouts will be shared as supplemental materials. The course is based on the material presented in the textbook, the information learned from the internet assignments, and the classroom activities. The instructor will lecture to clarify important information and guide students as they gain new information. Students are encouraged to participate actively in all classroom discussions and activities.

Healthcare workers often must function as members of a team and teamwork is essential for professional performance in a medical facility. The students are assigned to work together in small groups throughout the entire quarter. In addition to enhancing the communication skills and critical thinking abilities of each student, each individual will have opportunities to develop leadership skills and teambuilding skills.

It is essential that each student accept the responsibility for the completion of all exercises, assignments, and reading materials. Class time will be devoted to discussing content, presenting enrichment materials, and answering one anothers questions.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

Methods of Assessing Student Progress

Each week a module of information will be assigned. It will include reading assignments, an internet activity, written homework assignments, and often a case study to review. The progress of each individual is monitored in an ongoing process which includes assigning points for attendance and participation, homework, written tests, and special projects, The student will be able to earn a specific number of points for each activity.

MODULE EXAMS

There will be five computer generated tests during the quarter. These tests will cover the materials from lectures, exercises, assignments, handouts, and reading assignments.

There will be five (5) computer generated objective tests administered during the course

Each one will be graded and available for review after everyone in the class has completed the test..

The student will receive one point for each correct answer on the tests..

The test content will include material from the assigned reading, the internet activities, handouts, and classroom activities/discussions.

All tests will be taken in closed book form.

In addition to the 5 tests related specifically to the course objectives a final Medicolegal quiz will be administered.

All tests are taken online.

There are no retakes.

Test dates may be changed at the instructors discretion.

Make-up Test Procedures:

Students are expected to be present on the day of each scheduled test. If the instructor is informed of a valid absence before a test, arrangements may be made for the student to take a make-up exam. The test will be taken online at a time the student chooses. The instructor will need to be informed of the exact time the student chooses. The test will be a timed test. Thirty seconds are allowed for each test question. One test question at a time will be shown. Students will not be able to go back to previous test questions. Students will have one week in which to make up the test.

SPECIAL REPORTS

Oral Reports: Each student will be responsible for presenting two oral reports including a PowerPoint Presentation. Students who require assistance in preparing a PowerPoint presentation may inquire at any of Metros Academic Resource Centers for instruction on how to complete this project.

The first report will be focused on an actual law case which has occurred and deals with a medical malpractice topic. The second report is to focus on an ethical issue related to healthcare and relates to the new bioethical issues. Specific criteria for each presentation are provided as a separate document. Each report has the maximum value of 100 points. Students will draw for dates for each presentation. If the student does not present on the date assigned a penalty of 5 points will be assigned to the grade.

HOMEWORK.

Written homework assignments will be made and are to be submitted at the beginning of class each week.

All written homework is to be computer generated.

There will be assignments from the textbook that must be completed on a separate written document and submitted.

There will be Web assignments. In addition to submitting a written response to the Web assignments, the student is to include the Web address written in APA format

There will be additional written reports to be submitted. The source of the information must always be documented.

A one-minute paper is to be submitted as an integral part of the homework assignment following the small group discussion.

There will be a worksheet to be completed

The homework assignments will be awarded a total of 80 points each week if completed in a satisfactory manner and submitted on the assigned date.

If the assignment is one week late five (5) points will be deducted from the points earned

No assignments will be accepted later than one week.

If it is necessary to be absent from class one week, the homework assignments may be submitted by email to the instructor prior to the scheduled class hour and full credit will be awarded.

Review and Case Study from textbook

25 points

Internet Activity

10 points

Additional Assignment

10 points

One-minute paper

5 points

Homework assignments are identified on a separate page in the syllabus. Additional assignments may be made in the classroom at the discretion of the instructor.

ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION:

Attendance and classroom participation constitute ten (10) percent of the final course grade.

The course will be covered partially by assigned portions of the text and may be presented in a sequence different from the text. Material may also be covered that is not in the text. Attendance is necessary to understand the course material. Each student is expected to recognize the importance of class attendance and promptness. Chronic tardiness and absences will result in a reduction in the final grade.

If the student is present for the entire class period he/she will earn 10 points for attendance and participation.

If the student is absent, arrives 10 minutes or more late or leaves 10 minutes or more early the student will not earn any points. A zero (0) will be assigned for that specific class session.

Students will receive no credit for class participation if electronic devices are used inappropriately.

A student who misses a class for any reason is expected to cover the material missed on his/her own. All work must be made up to the satisfaction of the instructor.

An incomplete grade may be given in the event of a genuine emergency, and generally only if a student has attendance of 90 percent or better and has completed 80 percent of all assignments.

ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION POLICY:

Attendance, active participation, and timely submission of assignments affect learning and grading in this course.To remain eligible for financial aid, students are responsible for meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.

Students who attend no class meetings up to and including the Section Census Data published in the Class Schedule atwww.mccneb.edu/schedule/may be disenrolled from the class.There is no appeal for this disenrollment.A student who fails to meet class attendance expectations may receive a final grade mark of FX, indicating an absence-related failure, or a failing (F) grade.

STUDENT WITHDRAWAL:

If you cannot participate in and complete this course, you should officially withdraw by calling Central Registration at 402-457-5231 or 1-800-228.9553.Failure to officially withdraw will result in either an attendance-related failure (FX) or failing (F) grade.The last date to withdraw is noted in the CLASS IDENTIFICATION section of this syllabus.

SMALL GROUP ASSIGNMENTS:

There will be small group activities assigned each week. Health care workers often work as part of a team. Each small group will work together during the quarter. In addition to enhancing the communication skills and critical thinking abilities of each student, each individual will have opportunities to develop leadership skills and teambuilding skills.

It is critical that each student accept the responsibility for the completion of all exercises, assignments, and reading materials. Class time will be devoted to discussing content, presenting enrichment materials, and answering one anothers questions.

FINAL COURSE GRADE:

The letter grade assigned will be according to the following percentage score:

A = 90-100%

D = 60-69%

B = 80-89%

F = 0-59%

C = 70-79%

MAINTENANCE OF STUDENT RECORDS:

Students homework assignments will be returned one week after they have been submitted. All tests will be reviewed one week following the exam. The tests are to be returned to the instructor. They will be retained for one quarter.

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

The student will have specific assignments to read and master. These assignments are indicated in the course schedule and/or outlined by the instructor. In order to create an atmosphere where optimal learning takes place, students are expected to:

Have read the material prior to class meeting date.

Participate in all classroom activities and discussion sessions in the classroom..

Allow equal opportunity for all class members to participate.

Show respect for the opinions of others by voicing disagreements in a courteous manner.

Respect the diversity of cultures, opinions, and viewpoints in the classroom.

Listen to the instructor as well as to each other and treat all class members with respect.

Strive for perfect attendance; be punctual (arrive on time and return from breaks on time)

Come to class prepared (pen/pencil, textbook, paper, class supplies, homework assignments, etc.)

Complete and turn in all assignments on time

Take responsibility for missed content (if absent from class).

Follow the instructors guidelines regarding food and drink in the classroom.

Attend the entire class session.

Refrain from reading other materials, books, newspapers, etc., during class.

Electronic Devices Usage

a. Usage of portable electronic devices (including cellular telephones and musical devices) will not be allowed during class. Calls/pages should be answered/made before or after class.

b. Use of the Internet will not be allowed during class except at the specific direction of the instructor. Use of computers to check e-mail or search the Internet during class will result in no credit for that day's class participation.)

Disruptive Classroom Behavior:

Certain student behavior will result in the lowering of the course grade by at least one grade level, may result in an "F" grade for the course, and may result in the student's suspension or expulsion from the college. The college reserves the right to exclude at any time students whose conduct is deem undesirable or injurious to the best interests of the College or of the students. These behaviors include, but are not limited to:

Dishonesty, including cheating, plagiarism, or knowingly furnishing false information or signatures on assigned work.

Intentional disruption, obstruction, or interference with the process of instruction.

Racist, sexist, and other disrespectful comments.

Academic Honesty Statement:

Nationally there have been increased incidences of cheating and plagiarism among the college and university student population. Although any case of cheating is cause for concern, it is an especially egregious violation in the medical and healthcare training fields. Patients trust their healthcare team with the most personal medical concerns and expect healthcare team members (including health information management personnel) to be competent and skilled in their area of expertise. This cannot be achieved if cheating or plagiarism is taking place during the educational process. Cheating of any kind in this field is an ethical violation and cannot be tolerated. In the healthcare community there is no room for individuals who are willing to compromise ethics for expediency.

All students are expected to abide by College policies. These policies exist so that all students may pursue their educational goals in a fair and non-threatening environment. Students are reminded that materials they may use as sources for this course may be subject to copyright protection. Additional information about copyright is provided on the library webpage at http://www.mccneb.edu/library, by your instructor, or by the Colleges Copyright Officer. In response to incidents of student dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, etc.), the College imposes specific actions that may include receiving a failing grade on a test, failure in the course, suspension from the College, or dismissal from the College. The disciplinary procedures are available in Student Services.

PLAGIARISM

In an instructional setting, plagiarism occurs when a writer deliberately uses someone elses language, ideas, or other original (not common knowledge) material without acknowledging its source. This definition applies to textual material published in print or online, to manuscripts, and to the work of other student writers. The purpose of the learning assignments in this course is to encourage students not simply to recycle information, but to investigate and analyze its sources.

To promote ethical use of source materials and integrity in students written work, Metropolitan Community College subscribed to Turnitin.com a service that provides document source analysis in order to detect plagiarism. Students enrolled in this course agree that all required work bay be submitted by the Instructor to Turnitin.com. In an effort to assure that documents are written in an original from scratch format by the student, no more than 20% of a document, may contain quoted material. If a student plagiarizes in excess of 20% of a document, that activity will receive a zero. A second submission in the course indicating plagiarism in excess of 20% will result in failure of the course.

Use of Student Work:

The ownership of student works submitted in fulfillment of classroom requirements shall remain with the student(s): By enrolling in classes offered by Metropolitan Community College, the student gives the College license to mark on, modify, and retain the work as may be required by the process of instruction, as described in the course syllabus. The institution shall not have the right to use the work in any other manner without the written consent of the student(s).

Assessment of Student Learning Program:

Metropolitan Community College is committed to continuous improvement of teaching and learning. You may be asked to help us to accomplish this objective. For example, you may be asked to respond to surveys or questionnaires. In other cases, tests or assignments you are required to do for this course may be shared with faculty and used for assessment purposes. This will be done in accordance with FERPA guidelines.

Notice: This syllabus is written as an expectation of class topics, learning activities, and expected learning outcomes. However, the instructor reserves the right to make changes in this schedule that may result in enhanced or more effective learning for students. These modifications will not substantially change the intent or objectives of this course and will be done within the policies and guidelines of Metropolitan Community College.

LEARNING SUPPORT

Metro's Academic Resource Centers, Math Centers, and Writing Centers can help you achieve educational success. The staff in these centers provide drop-in assistance with basic math, reading, writing and computer skills. We offer a friendly, supportive learning environment. Self-paced computer-assisted instructional support in reading, vocabulary, typing, English as a Second Language, and online course orientation is also available.

Library Resources:

The library on each campus contains a wide variety of resources essential to success for a medical office professional. It is highly recommended that students utilize these resources during the quarter as an aid in research. The libraries usually subscribe to a health-related database which will provide invaluable opportunities for research.

Detailed information about these services are in the Student Handbook, College Catalog, and online. Links to these resources are located at http://www.mccneb.edu/learningcenter/.

COLLEGE POLICIES

College policies, such as student rights and responsibilities, academic standards, plagiarism, and etc. are outlined in the College Catalog and Student Handbook. This information can be accessed via the online catalog at http://www.mccneb.edu/academics/catalog.asp.

Student Withdrawal:

If you cannot attend and complete this course, you should officially withdraw by calling Central Registration, 457-5231. Failure to officially withdraw will result in either an instructor withdraw (IW) or failing (F) grade. The last date to withdraw from this course is identified in the Course Identification section of this syllabus.

Student Code of Conduct:

The college has a standard code of conduct that involves consequences for specific academic and non-academic behavior that may result in a failing grade, probation, or suspension from the college. More complete information about the code of conduct is located in the Student Services portion of the online catalog (http://www.mccneb.edu/catalog/studentinformation.asp).

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities:

If you have a disability that may substantially limit your ability to participate in this class, please contact a Disability Support Services Counselor, located in the Student Services Office on each campus. Metropolitan Community College will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with documented qualifying disabilities. However, it is the students responsibility to request accommodations. For further information, please contact the Student Services Office at your campus.

Use of Student Work:

The ownership of student works submitted in fulfillment of classroom requirements shall remain with the student(s): By enrolling in classes offered by Metropolitan Community College, the student gives the College license to mark on, modify, and retain the work as may be required by the process of instruction, as described in the course syllabus. The institution shall not have the right to use the work in any other manner without the written consent of the student(s).

Technology Resources and Use of College Computers:

As students pursue their educational objectives, they may be required to use computer information technology resources at Metropolitan Community College. Use of these resources is a privilege and carries with it a responsibility to respect the rights and privacy of others, the integrity of facilities, and to follow Student Conduct Guidelines and College Policies. By using the information technology systems at MCC (including the computer systems and phones), you acknowledge and consent to the conditions of use as set forth in the Metropolitan Community College Procedures Memorandum on Acceptable Use of Information Technology and Resources. It is the students responsibility to be familiar with these procedures. The full text of the Procedures Memorandum may be found at the following website: http://mccnebledu/itprocedures.htm.

When using College computers at the computer labs, Learning Centers, Libraries, and classrooms, you need to login with your username and password.. Your username and password are the same whenever you log into the network (campus computers). SharePoint Services, student email, WebAdvisor and WebCT.

The Password Center (http://www.mccneb.edu/password) is a web resource available to all students and staff. This web site allows you to change (reset) your password even if you dont know hour username and password, provided the personal information you enter to verify your identity, matches the information the College has in its database. Verification information consists of student ID number (or the last 5 digits of your Social Security number)l, last name, birth date, street address and ZIP Code.

It is recommended that students save their files to removable, media often as they work. The College reserves the right to take steps necessary to maintain the confidentiality of student identify information through the use of automatic logouts and screen savors.\

INFORMATION SOURCES:

Please refer to the MCC catalog and the Student Handbook for general college information such as parking, children on campus, identification cards, email accounts, etc.

SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS

The following chart details the proposed lesson outline for the course. It is intended as a guide only to the weekly presentation of material and remains flexible with respect to the instructor's judgment. The instructor will try to maintain the flow of the plan as it is presented so that the student may follow it with a degree of confidence. The instructor may include supplemental readings/assignments as needed to further students understanding of the material.

WEEK

TOPIC

ASSIGNMENT

Week 1

Wednesday

September 2

Introduction to the course

Chapter 1: Introduction to Law & Ethics

Review the Syllabus

Chapter 1 Pretest

Assign presentation dates

Review the textbook

Introduce Chapter 1

Week 2

Wednesday

September 9

Chapter 2 Working in a Health Care Profession

Homework to be submitted on this day includes the following:

Text Book Assignments

1. Read Chapters 1 and 2 (pages 2-54)

2. Complete questions Chapter 1 Review & Case Studies (pages 22-25)

3. Complete questions Chapter 2 Review and Case Studies (pages 55-59)

Internet Activity:

1. Complete activities 31 & 33 on page 25.

2. Complete activity 39 on page 59 of the textbook

Be certain to identify your sources in the correct APA format

Additional Activities

1. Find a recent newspaper article concerned with a legal or ethical health care issue. Submit the article and answer the following questions

a. What IS the issue?

b. Is this a legal or ethical problem/issue?

c. Does the issue affect all citizens equally?

d. How would you resolve the issue?

One Minute Paper

In one sentence identify one important fact you have learned from this lesson

Write a question which asks for further discussion about a concept that you do not understand,

Week 3

Wednesday

September 16

Chapter 3 Law, the Courts and Contracts

Test #1. Chapters 1, 2, & 3

Homework to be submitted on this day includes the following


1. Read Chapter 3 (pages 60-85)

2. Complete questions Chapter 3 Review and Case Studies (pages 86-90)

Internet Activity:

Complete one of the Internet Activities on Page 90. Be certain to identify your sources in the correct APA format


1. Prepare a brief written scenario briefly describing a situation that would be an example of committing a criminal offense

2. Prepare a written scenario briefly describing a situation that would be an example of an ethical concern

(do not use just one word for either assignment)

3. Many drugs are advertised in the media today. Name one drug you have seen advertised, list 3 advantages of using that drug, and identify one possible contraindication or one adverse side effect of the drug.

One Minute Paper



Test #1, Chapters 1, 2,, & 3

Week 4

Wednesday

September 23

Chapter 4: Professional Liability and Medical Malpractice

Presentation of Litigation Case Studies




2. Complete questions for Chapter 4 Review & Case Studies (pages 116-121)

3. Internet Activity: Complete one of the following activities;

a. Visit the website of the American Arbitration Association. Click on Rules/Procedures Then Model Standard of Conduct for Mediators List three major points you find there for standards of conduct for mediators

b. Conduct two Web searches: One for medical malpractice insurance and a second for tort reform Briefly summarize the purpose of each. Which one do YOU think is most important and why?


1. Identify two (2) sources that may be used by laypersons to check credentials and malpractice records of physicians

2. Review an actual car insurance policy. Complete the following questions:

a. What is the amount of liability coverage?

b. What portion of the premium is for liability?

One Minute Paper



Week 5

Wednesday

September 30

Test #2, Chapters 4 & 5

Chapter 5: Defenses to Liability Suits




2. Answer questions for Chapter 5 Review & Case Studies (pages 141-144)

3. Internet Activity:

Complete the Internet Activity #34on page 144. Be certain to identify your source(s) using APA format.


1. Identify the statutory limitation period for filing medical lawsuits in YOUR state. Be certain to site the source of your information

2. Identify what type of position you expect to hold following your graduation and indicate whether or not liability insurance is available for this job classification.

3. Describe two specific activities you will practice to avoid litigation in your job.

4. .What would make you angry enough to file a lawsuit against a doctor? List a minimum of three reasons.

One Minute Paper




Week 6

Wednesday

October 7

Chapter 6: Medical Records and Informed Consent

Presentation of Litigation Case Studies


Text book Assignment

1. Read Chapter 6: (pages 145-166)


Internet Activity;

Complete either Activity #33 or #34 on page 171. Answer all related questions. Be certain to site your source APA format


1. Pretend you are working in a busy doctors office.

Describe in writing, 3 examples of situations in which you must make changes on a patients medical record

Demonstrate in a handwritten manner, how to make the correction for one of the situations.

2. Describe a situation in which the defendant of a medical malpractice lawsuit is using an affirmative defense

3. Describe a second situation in which the defendant is using a technical defense

One Minute Paper



Week 7

Wednesday

October 14

Chapter 7: Privacy Law and HIPAA

Test #3; Chapters 6 & 7



1. Read Chapter 7, (pages172-200)

2. Answer questions for Chapter 7 Review and Case Studies (pages 201-204)

Internet Activity: Complete Activity #40 on page 205. Prepare a list of 10 questions as indicated


Describe your last personal encounter with the HIPAA regulations. Was it at a doctors office? Dentist? Pharmacy? Was the form actually explained or were you simply asked to sign this form? Do you believe the general public has a good understanding of the purpose of the form they are being asked to sign? Explain your answer

Which of the four HIPAA standards will be most important for you to understand when you enter the job market? Explain why.

One Minute Paper



Test #3; Chapters 6 & 7

Week 8

Wednesday

October 21

Chapter 8, Physicians Public Duties and Responsibilities

Presentation of Ethical Issues





Internet Activities:

Complete activities # 35, 36, & 37 on page 232 Be certain to identify your Web addresses according to APA format


Bring a copy of a birth certificate. On a separate sheet of paper, identify which of the 7 federal recommendations to be completed are actually present on your form. (Recommendations are in bold on the example on page 211)

Identify 2 reasons you may need a birth certificate

Where can you obtain a copy of your own birth certificate?

One Minute Paper



Week 9

Wednesday

October 28

Chapter 9 Workplace Legalities





2. Answer questions for the Chapter Review and Case Studies, (pages 250-252)

Internet Activities;

Complete Activities #35 & #36 on page 253


1. Identify the specific location of the OSHA Office in Omaha, NE

2. List 2 specific reasons a health care provider would contact this office.

3. Prepare a list of 6 questions a committee could use when interviewing a perspective new health care employee

4. What is the difference between workers compensation and unemployment insurance?

5. What is ERISA

One Minute Paper




Week 10

Wednesday

November 4

Chapter 10, The Beginning of Life and Childhood

Chapter 11, Death and Dying

Presentation of Ethical Concerns



1. Read Chapter 10 (Pages 254-272)

2. Answer questions for the Chapter 10 Review & Case Studies (pages 273-276)

3. Read Chapter 11, (pages 277-303)

4. Answer questions for the Chapter 11 Review and Case Studies (pages 304-307)

Internet Activity:

Complete Activities #36 & 37 on page 308. (be certain to include the Web Addresses in APA format)


Explain 2 reasons a doctor should keep permanent records of sperm bank donors.

List a minimum of 5 criteria for accepting the male donation to a sperm bank for use in fertility measures

Be certain to identify your sourceAPA

The laws of Great Britain allow the cloning of human embryos for research purposes. Should the United States follow suit? Identify two reasons to support your answer.

Prepare a paper describing the availability of a hospice program in YOUR community or surrounding area.

a. Describe the physical location (part of a hospital, in-home care, etc.)

b. Criteria for admission and length of stay

c. Indicate the type of general staffing arrangements (are there RNs? Drs.? nurse aides? home companions?

One Minute Paper



Week 11

Wednesday

November 11

Chapter 12, Health Care Trends and Forecasts

Presentation of Ethical Concerns

Test #5, Chapters 10, 11, & 12

Medicolegal Quiz

Textbook Assignments


2. Answer questions for the Chapter 12 Review & Case Studies (pages 331-332).

Internet Activity;

Complete Activities #18 &20..


Clip and compare 2 examples of physician or medical facility advertisements from the newspaper, magazines, or telephone book.

a. List the elements included in the copy.

b. Explain why you think these listings are or are not ethical.

Report on one direct-to-consumer prescription drug ad.

a. What is the target populations?

b. What is the public health message?

c.What are 2 pros and 2 cons concerning these types of ads?

One Minute Paper



Test #5 Chapters 10-12

Medicolegal Quiz

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METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

HIMS 1150 INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL LAW & ETHICS

CONTRACT

I have read the Syllabus for HIMS 1150 Introduction to Medical Law and Ethics and do understand the information contained therein. I agree to attend each class in full if possible and I will complete the homework assignments as indicated by the instructor in a satisfactory manner. I will attempt to be prompt in my attendance and in submitting my homework. I will participate actively in the classroom activities. I will be respectful of the opinions of others.

I do understand that my letter grade will be based upon the number of points that I earn throughout the quarter. The total number of points I earn will be divided by the total number of points available. This converts to a percentage grade. The percentage grade in turn converts to a letter grade as identified below.

The grade ranges are as follows:

FINAL GRADE SCORES

A = 90-100%

D = 60-69 %

B = 80-89%

F = below 60%

C = 70-79%

COMMENTS:

STUDENT SIGNATURE: __________________________ DATE: _________

INSTRUCTORS SIGNATURE: _____________________ DATE: _________

8/23/2009

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