FOR2003

Custodial medicine

(MED)

Dr John Gall

8 points + Distance + Both semesters/full-year

Synopsis: The aim of this subject is to present and discuss the current issues arising from the provision of a medical service in a custodial setting. The topics to be covered include penal institutions and the powers and responsibilites of custodians; ethical issues; fitness for interview; fitness for detention; deaths in custody; interpersonal violence and the assessment and management of some frequently presenting medical problems.

Assessment: Assignment + Case studies and presentations + Case book