NURS 5003 - Ethical Issues in Health Care

Level: 
Upper
Credits: 
3
Prerequisites: 

NURS 2208 or NURS 2209 with "B" or better

Description: 

This course examines ethical positions arising from the advancement of modern medicine. Emphasis is placed on ethical theories and principles that guide decision-making.  Students use critical thinking skills to analyze ethical issues and to make action oriented decisions on controversial medical questions.  Students will present a final research project on an ethical dilemma.