Ethics is taught in various ways; in this book exercises and discussion are provided for each of the following areas: – Ethical Practices in Health Care – Law and Ethics – Rights of Patients and Responsibilities of Health-Care Providers – The Rights of Health-Care Professionals – The Duty of Care – Confidentiality – Consent to Treatment – Life and Death – Research Ethics – Ethics in Public Health Practice – Ethical Practice in Everyday Health Care is useful, practical and student friendly. The exercises and discussions will stimulate thought about ethical conduct and help students to develop and translate ethical principles into their daily practice as health-care workers. Dr Walrond offers a ready and concise source of information for medical students on ethical issues. The text is simple, comprehensive and factual, addressing issues encountered in everyday medical practices. Case studies provide practical illustrations of complex ethical issues.