Title : Compassionate care dimensions in clinical practice
Abstract:
In the healthcare industry, professionals provide goods and services to needy people, intending to alleviate their suffering. To achieve this, they must possess specific knowledge in their area of expertise, be skilled at handling data in real-life situations, interact effectively with their colleagues and partners, and conduct themselves in a manner that aligns with societal norms. These qualities together define their professionalism.
Healthcare providers need to provide compassionate care to their customers. This quality sets them apart from other players in the social system since saving or improving human life is a top priority in our journey.
Clinical practice has provided evidence that kind-hearted work aids in recovery. Showing concern about suffering, having a gentle attitude, using kind words, and considering the needs of seniors are all integral parts of managing disorders and improving clinical outcomes, life expectancy, patient experience, personal reputation, and professional life.
By contrast, the heartless work toward patients discourages their involvement in the therapeutic plan, resulting in reduced loyalty, adherence to treatment, and overall satisfaction. In such cases, patients and their families may look for other healthcare providers from the offerings for their next episode of care. This could lead to a decline in investment return, affecting business growth and continuity.
Therefore, thinking and acting with heart consideration in daily work is necessary for a prosperous personal, professional, and social life. People’s relationships define them; continuity or collaborative work interruption validates their values interaction. Disheartened, unfair, and disrespectful people disappoint their partners and can ultimately lead to the termination of mutual work.
Compassionate care is a crucial aspect of our work that should never be ignored.
Audience Take Away Notes:
- Understand the importance of compassionate care for their emotional, professional, and social life
- Recognize the negative impact of feeling disheartened at work on their career
- Enhance their professional behaviour within the community they serve.
