Description
This new edition includes new and revised case studies throughout. It also contains new sections on NHS accountability, the Human Rights Act, the Data Protection Act, reproductive technologies and disciplinary pathways.
* Relates legal issues to everyday midwifery practice
* Written by an experienced midwife for midwives
* Accessible, relevant and up-to-date
About the Author
Professor Shirley R. Jones is currently the Head of School at the School of Women's Health, University of Central England, UK.
Reviews
From reviews of the first edition:
"The book is written with commendable and enviable clarity... Get this book. Read it. Go back to it."
Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology
"I would recommend every midwife to obtain a copy of one or other of them, both to assist her safe practice and allay fears of ignorance about the law as it refers to midwifery."
Midwives
"It is clear that this is a book written by a midwife for midwives. The examples used being topical, relevant and recognisable. I found this book fascinating...."
Inprint
Book Information
ISBN 9781405110372
Author Shirley R. Jones
Format Paperback
Page Count 224
Imprint Wiley-Blackwell
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Weight(grams) 490g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 173mm * 13mm