HLTH 230 - Health Care Law and Ethics

3 Credits
This course will provide the opportunity to explore basic law as it is applied to health related issues and the health care community. The student will be introduced to the concepts of medical ethics and will explore the major ethical issues currently facing health care professionals, with an emphasis on maintaining the highest legal, moral, and ethical standards in their profession.

Grade Note(s): A grade of C or better is required to pass this course.
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Interpret and monitor current confidentiality policies and procedures, privacy and security in various healthcare settings.
2. Describe the legal and ethical impact of health information and records management laws and regulations patient rights, advocacy, advanced directives, etc.
3. Identify and articulate practical decision-making relative to ethical dilemmas commonly found in the current healthcare setting.
4. Describe the legal system and fundamental legal concepts applicable to the healthcare field.