MASTER SYLLABUS

2020-2021

A.	Academic Division: Health Sciences

B.	Discipline: Science

C.	Course Number and Title: HLTH1010 Legal & Ethical Aspects of Health Care

D.	Course Coordinator: Katie Danielson, MSN, RN

Assistant Dean: Melinda Roepke, MSN, RN

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E.	Credit Hours: 2

F.	Prerequisites: None

G.	Syllabus Effective Date: Fall 2020

H.	Textbook(s) Title:

Law & Ethics for the Health Professions

Author: Judson, Karen & Harrison, Carlene

Copyright Year: 2019

Edition: 8th

ISBN: 9781259844713

Workbook(s) and/or Lab Manual: None

J.	Course Description: This course introduces concepts of ethics and along with the structure and function of the American legal system. Students will explore a variety of legal and ethical issues that arise in health care settings. Emphasis is placed on providing quality patient care, reducing liability risks and maintaining confidentiality of patient information. The course meets the outcomes required for OHL021- Legal Aspects (Healthcare Privacy, Confidentiality, Legal and Ethical Issues) and the requirements for CTHIM002.

K.	College-Wide Learning Outcomes:

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

L.	Course Outcomes and Assessment Methods:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student shall:

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
Explain ethical theories that can be applied in health care settings.	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Differentiate between the ethical principle approach, the ethical theory approach, and the patient advocacy approach to solving ethical dilemmas in health care settings.	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Explain the structure & function of the government in the United States and Ohio.	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Differentiate between the types and sources of law, which constitute a basis for the use of medical or health information in litigation.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Distinguish between the components of the court system and trial process as related to the use of medical or health information in litigation.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Differentiate between types of evidence, process of e-discovery and the permissible use of evidence in litigation.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Interpret laws, regulations, and standards of practice as related to legal aspects of quality improvement, risk management and corporate compliance programs.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Discuss the application of ethics and law for corporations and individuals providing health care services.	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Discuss the regulation of corporations and individuals providing health care services.	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Discuss issues related to the fair distribution of goods and services in health care settings.	Quizzes throughout semester Final exam
Discuss the use and maintenance of medical records.	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Distinguish between confidential and non-confidential information within a healthcare information system.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Assess general legal principles governing access to confidential health information in a variety of circumstances.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Interpret laws, regulations, standards, and ethics that govern and control the maintenance, disclosure and re-disclosure of health information.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Apply regulatory policies and procedures for access and disclosure of protected health information (PHI) as required by the HIPAA Privacy Rule.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Apply regulatory policies and procedures as related to the HIPAA Security Regulations.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Apply appropriate statutory requirements and/or applicable standards of practice to requests for access, use and disclosure of highly sensitive health information.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Apply ethical standards and moral responsibility for protecting the privacy and confidentiality of health information.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Assess the relevance of federal, state, and private sector initiatives related to the privacy, security and confidentiality of health information technology.*	Quizzes throughout semester Mid-term and final exam
Appraise elements of negligence as related to standards of practice for the healthcare facility and the healthcare professional.*	Quizzes throughout semester Final exam
Report potential malpractice problems based upon the legal principles and standards of practice for healthcare professionals and/or facilities.*	Quizzes throughout semester Final exam
Discuss risk management functions and strategies to promote safe care and reduce the risk of liability.	Quizzes throughout semester Final exam
Interpret legal issues related to obtaining consent for treatment by healthcare facilities and healthcare professionals.*	Quizzes throughout semester Final exam
Apply legal and ethical standards relevant to contemporary issues in health care.*	Student presentations at end of semester Final Exam

M.	Topical Timeline (Subject to Change):

WEEK	CONTENT
1 & 2	Introduction to Ethics Ethics and Morality Ethical Theories Ethical Principles Situational Ethics Resolving Ethical Dilemmas Ethics Committee Ethical Issues in Health Care
3 & 4	Introduction to Law Government Structure & Function Sources of Law Legislative Process Administrative Agencies Classifications of Law Tort Law Trial Procedure Health Care Laws (Overview)
5 & 6	Working in Health Care Relevant Ethical Theories & Principles Corporate Authority Relevant Laws & Regulatory Agencies Quality Care Measures Health Care Coverage Education, Licensure & Regulation of Health Care Personnel Rights & Responsibilities of Workers in Healthcare Professional Boundaries Patient Rights and Responsibilities
7	Privacy & Confidentiality Medical Records Relevant Ethical Theories & Principles HIPAA Legislation Non-confidential information Confidential information (PHI) Access Disclosure Protection
8	Mid-term Exam
9 & 10	Liability & Malpractice Relevant Ethical Theories & Principles Types of Liability Expected Standard of Care Risk Management Root Cause Analysis Elements of Negligence Malpractice Insurance Consent
11	Distributive Justice Relevant Ethical Theories & Principles Health Care Coverage/ Insurance Distribution of Limited Medical Resources Ordinary vs. Extraordinary Care Futile Care
12	Birth & Death Relevant Ethical Theories & Principles Overview of relevant issues Topics not covered in student presentations
13- 15	Student Presentations: Contemporary Issues in Health Care Suggested Topics Abortion Advance Directives Assisted Conception Assisted Suicide Domestic Violence Health Care Coverage Implications of the Human Genome Project Medical Research Organ Donation Patient Abandonment Patient Abuse Sexual Harassment Stem Cell Research Substance Abuse Workplace Violence
16	Final Exam

N.	Course Assignments:

Reading Assignments

Homework Assignments (10%)

Quizzes (5%)

Mid-term Exam (30%)

Student Presentation (25%)

Final Exam (30%)

O.	Recommended Grading Scale:

NUMERIC	GRADE	POINTS	DEFINITION
93–100	A	4.00	Superior
90–92	A-	3.67	Superior
87–89	B+	3.33	Above Average
83–86	B	3.00	Above Average
80–82	B-	2.67	Above Average
77–79	C+	2.33	Average
73–76	C	2.00	Average
70-72	C-	1.67	Below Average
67–69	D+	1.33	Below Average
63-66	D	1.00	Below Average
60-62	D-	0.67	Poor
00-59	F	0.00	Failure

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R.	Class Attendance and Homework Make-Up Policy:

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T.	College Procedures/Policies:

Important information regarding College Procedures and Policies can be found on the syllabus supplement located at

http://catalog.ncstatecollege.edu/mime/download.pdf?catoid=5&ftype=2&foid=3