Sep 08, 2024  
2023-2024 College Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
2023-2024 College Catalog and Student Handbook

HLTH1010

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HLTH 1010 - Legal & Ethical Aspects of Health Care


Academic Division:

Health Sciences


Academic Discipline:

Health


Assistant Dean: Leesa Cox, MBA, PTA
2 Credit(s)
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. UG OHL021
2 Lecture Hour(s);
College Wide 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  

 



Student Learning Outcomes for Course
Outcomes Assessments – How it is met & When it is met

1. Explain ethical theories that can be applied in health care

settings.

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

2. 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

3. Explain the structure & function of the government in the

United States and Ohio.

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

4. 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

5. 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

 

6. 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

7. 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

8. Discuss the application of ethics and law for corporations

and individuals providing health care services.

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

9. Discuss the regulation of corporations and individuals

providing health care services.

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

10. Discuss issues related to the fair distribution of goods and

services in health care settings.

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

 

11. Discuss the use and maintenance of medical records.

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

12. Distinguish between confidential and non-confidential

information within a healthcare information system.*

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

13. Assess general legal principles governing access to

confidential health information in a variety of

circumstances.*

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

14. 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

15. 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

16. Apply regulatory policies and procedures as related to the

HIPAA Security Regulations.*

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

17. 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

18. Apply ethical standards and moral responsibility for

protecting the privacy and confidentiality of health

information.*

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

19. 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

20. Appraise elements of negligence as related to standards

of practice for the healthcare facility and the healthcare

professional.*

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

21. Report potential malpractice problems based upon the

legal principles and standards of practice for healthcare

professionals and/or facilities.*

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

22. Discuss risk management functions and strategies to

promote safe care and reduce the risk of liability.

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

23. Interpret legal issues related to obtaining consent for

treatment by healthcare facilities and healthcare

professionals.*

Quizzes throughout semester

Mid-term and final exam

24. Apply legal and ethical standards relevant to

contemporary issues in health care.*

Student presentations at end of semester

Final Exam

 



Standard Grading Scale
93-100      A

90 - 92      A-

87- 89       B+

83 - 86      B

80 -82       B-

77- 79       C+

73 - 76      C

70 -72       C-

67- 69       D+

63 - 66      D

60 -62       D-

00- 59       F


Statement on Diversity
North Central State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.*  Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal. 

*Inclusive of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status (past, present or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, genetic information, or sexual orientation, 


Standard NCSC Course Policies
Important information regarding College Procedures and Policies can be found on the syllabus supplement located at this link

 

 





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