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| a patients cells used without consent |
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| Canterbury v. Spence 1972 |
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| spinal surgery without being told the risks. court ruled that providers failure to explain the risks violated the requirement for informed consent. Legal obligation for full disclosure |
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| McGee v United States of America i |
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| importance of diligence and attention to detail in fulfilling duty to care |
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| ethical violation committed by administering unnecessary chemo for financial gain |
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| Expiremantal surgery w/ synthetic surgery trachea |
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| Martin v. St. Marys hospital |
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| highlights importance of documentation |
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| exemplifies navigating ethical and legal complexities |
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| The Office of the inspector general |
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| The occupational safety and health administration |
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| Whistleblower protection act |
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| Unorn victims of violence act |
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| 2004 federal law protecting recognizing a fetus as a victim |
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