LAW 5330 - Patient Rights & Protections

This course reviews the current legal understanding of patients? rights to control their own treatment. The relevant statues and regulations will be considered, including those regarding hospitals and nursing homes. Students will examine issues arising in cases of those diagnosed with mental health disabilities, along with surrogate decision-making in the treatment of elders, children and other patients in special circumstances. The course will also inquire into the challenges and rights of those who interact with the health care system as members of minorities because of race, gender, age disability, or genetic condition.
Prerequisite(s): LAW-5100
Credit(s): 3