The four pillars of accountability -- The first pillar : professional -- The second pillar : ethical -- The third pillar : law -- The fourth pillar : employment -- Structures : health service -- Structures : rights and remedies -- Concepts : negligence -- Concepts : consent -- Applications : confidentiality -- Further applications in accountability
Summary
"This introductory text in the 'Vital Notes for Nurses' series sets out a framework for accountability which consists of four 'pillars' - legal, ethical, employment and professional accountability - against which clinical issues can be considered." -- Publisher's website