Ethics teaching on ward rounds

J Fam Pract. 1980 Jul;11(1):59-63.

Abstract

Ethics teaching in medical settings usually takes place in the classroom or at specially designated times and places, as in "ethics grand rounds." The authors, an ethicist and an internist, have integrated ethics teaching into regular attending rounds. Three cases illustrated their approach.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Decision Making
  • Education, Medical*
  • Ethics, Medical*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Informed Consent
  • Internship and Residency
  • Interprofessional Relations
  • Male
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Patient Participation
  • Referral and Consultation
  • Terminal Care