An ethicist's journey as a patient: are we sliding down the slippery slope to sloppy healthcare?
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People who are sick are often the most vulnerable in society. They frequently rely on caring and competent healthcare professionals and should and do have expectations of a safe and caring environment. In a recent unexpected adventure through the healthcare system, the organisation, professionalism, caring and compassion associated with healthcare provision were in very short supply. A lack of basic dignity and humanity were among the most concerning deficits. Any form of dehumanisation of the national health service that leads to unsafe, undignified and degrading treatment not only infringes patients' and clients' human rights but should not be acceptable or excused as a by-product of economic pressures.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- BMJ quality & safety
دوره 20 11 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011