Protecting the vulnerable : autonomy and consent in health care / edited by Margaret Brazier and Mary Lobjoit.

A collection of essays that discuss, within medical practice, the ethical problems thrown up by the conflict between the individual's right to autonomy and the need to protect the interests of vulnerable groups such as the mentally handicapped or premature babies.

Bibliographic Details

Online Access:	Full Text (via Taylor & Francis)
Other Authors:	Brazier, Margaret, Lobjoit, Mary, 1933-
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	London ; New York : Routledge, 1991.
Series:	Social ethics and policy series.
Subjects:	Medical ethics. Informed consent (Medical law) Physician and patient.