PHL 207 - Biomedical Ethics

Institution:

Lincoln University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

This course examines the ethical theories and concepts as they apply to biomedicine, including the role of medical doctor and nurse, confidentiality and informed consent, patient's rights, medical experimentation on human subjects, involuntary civil commitment, abortion, sterilization of the mentally challenged, genetic engineering, and justice and health care.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lincoln.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 365-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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