Bioethics: Introduction to History, Methods, and Practice

By Robert A. Pearlman, Albert R. Jonsen, Nancy S. Jecker

Book Overview

Bioethics: An Introduction to the History, Methods, and Practice, Third Edition provides readers with a modern and diverse look at bioethics while also looking back at early bioethics cases that set ethical standards in healthcare. It is well suited for advanced undergraduate and graduate students who plan to pursue careers in nursing, allied health, or medicine, as well as professionals seeking a comprehensive reference in the field. The authors retain the unique three-pronged approach, discussing the history, the methods, and the practice of bioethics. This approach provides students with a breadth of information, focusing on all sides of the issue, which will allow them to think critically about current bioethical topics. The third edition is updated throughout with new information and cases including, the latest on genetics and reproductive technology, physician-assisted suicide, as well as numerous new cases.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763785520
• ISBN13: 9780763785529
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
• Length: 630 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Better than most introductions! Not superficial!

The 2nd edition is an excellent introduction to the field of bioethics, which avoids the simplicity that many introductions show. It covers the history of the field, methods of ethics case analysis, cultural assumptions, and much more. I recommend this for advanced undergraduates, graduate/professional students, and the educated layperson who is interested in bioethical issues. The book functions well as a stand alone...

A good medico-ethical synopsis

Other than the typo I found, a good read