Ethical Considerations in Chronic Brain Injury

J Head Trauma Rehabil. 2019 Nov/Dec;34(6):433-436. doi: 10.1097/HTR.0000000000000538.

Abstract

A growing number of individuals are living with chronic traumatic brain injury. As these individuals and their families attempt to reintegrate into their communities, several ethical questions arise for clinicians and researchers. These include issues around alignment of perspectives and priorities, as well as responsibilities for ongoing treatment, education, community outreach, and research. An action plan for addressing these questions is outlined.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Brain Injury, Chronic / rehabilitation*
  • Humans
  • Rehabilitation / education
  • Rehabilitation / ethics*
  • Rehabilitation / organization & administration