ABSTRACT

The Fourth Edition of this bestselling, highly regarded book has been fully revised to incorporate changes in law and clinical guidance making a vital impact on patient management, encompassing: . The Equality Act 2010 which provides the right of older people to treatment without discrimination . Case law on withdrawing nutrition and hydration . Up

chapter 2|12 pages

Confi dentiality

chapter 3|16 pages

Informed consent

chapter 5|16 pages

Communication

chapter 6|10 pages

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation

chapter 12|14 pages

Achieving a good death

chapter 14|14 pages

Ethical issues in dementia