Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course examines how laws and ethical principles shape healthcare practice, medical offices, and patient care. Students analyze legal doctrines, including patient rights, negligence, malpractice, informed consent, and liability, as well as ethical issues such as confidentiality, end-of-life decision-making, and the impact of emerging technologies. Emphasis is placed on the responsibilities of the medical assistant as a member of the allied health team in ensuring legal compliance and ethical professionalism.Usually HeldTue 7:00pm–8:50pm, Tue 7:00pm–9:50pm 