AHEA 100 - Medical Law and Ethics

3 CR

This course helps potential healthcare employees understand what is legal for them to do on the job. This is an introductory course in the practical application of medical law and ethics as related to issues healthcare employees face on a daily basis. Topics include federal and state legislation, legal liability, civil and criminal law, employment law, HIPAA, confidentiality and release of information, scheduled drugs and DEA regulations, standard of care, and an exploration of the legal issues related to ethical considerations of conception, quality-of-life, hospice care, and advance directives.

Course Outcomes

Describe the fundamental medical laws and ethical considerations for healthcare practice.
Apply knowledge of medical law and ethics by completing paperwork used in a medical office (e.g., living wills, power of attorney, release of information forms).
Explain legal confidentiality practices and expectations for medical professionals.
Define common medicolegal terms, acronyms, and entities.

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