Churchill’s Guide to UK Medicolegal Essentials

Churchill’s Guide to UK Medicolegal Essentials, Second Edition provides a no-nonsense guide to managing those everyday clinical scenarios that have potential or obvious legal implications. With a clear, practical and easy-to-read style, it takes you through everything that you need to know including the UK legal systems, complaints handling, clinical governance and risk management, disciplinary procedures, and how the law relates to alcohol, drugs, mental health and end of life.

This is an ideal book for medical, nursing, dental and paramedic students preparing for exams or interviews, all grades of healthcare professionals, police staff, and anyone needing a brief overview of the legal intricacies of medical practice.Defines the law of England and Wales, Scotland and Northern IrelandProvides tips on preparing a police statement, appearing in court and obtaining forensic samplesScenarios and questions to bring the law to lifeFilled with practical advice to help you understand and minimise risks to your practiceCovers risk management, which is central to Government health policiesAn enhanced eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloudComprehensive update of all areas of medical lawNew chapter on the Sexual Offences Act 2003New questions and scenarios to test your knowledge and understanding