Virtues of Healthcare Providers PDF

Virtues in healthcare refer to the character traits and qualities that guide healthcare providers in delivering compassionate, ethical, and high-quality care. Prudence ( Practical Wisdom) -refers to the ability to make sound, careful, and thoughtful decisions, particularly in situations that r...

Virtues in healthcare refer to the character traits and qualities that guide healthcare providers in delivering compassionate, ethical, and high-quality care. Prudence ( Practical Wisdom) -refers to the ability to make sound, careful, and thoughtful decisions, particularly in situations that require ethical consideration or involve uncertainty. It is about choosing the right course of action based on careful judgment. Justice - is the virtue of giving each person their due, ensuring fairness and equality in the distribution of resources, opportunities, and treatment. It involves upholding the rights of individuals and ensuring that they are treated with fairness and dignity. Fortitude ( Courage) is the virtue of having the strength and courage to face challenges, overcome fear, and endure difficulties in pursuit of the right course of action. It involves perseverance in the face of adversity and standing firm in one’s moral convictions, even when it is difficult. Temperance (Moderation) -is the virtue of moderation, which involves controlling one’s desires, emotions, and actions in a way that promotes balance and avoids excess. It is about maintaining harmony and avoiding indulgence in harmful behaviors. Vices- are negative traits or behaviors that compromise the ethical standards, effectiveness, and compassion required in healthcare. a. Fraud -involves deception, dishonesty, or unethical behavior that undermines the principles of integrity and trust in healthcare and research. -Violates trust, integrity, and fairness in healthcare and research, leading to harm and injustice. Pride - refers to an inflated sense of self- worth or superiority that may lead to unethical decision-making, disregard for patient autonomy, or failure to recognize one’s limitations. -excessive pride can result in ethical lapses. -May lead to unethical behaviors or decisions by prioritizing ego over patient welfare, collaboration, and respect for others’ expertise. Greed- refers to an excessive desire for personal gain, whether it be financial, professional, or material. - It often conflicts with the core values of patient-centered care, respect, and justice, leading to unethical behavior that prioritizes self-interest over the well-being of patients and society. Good habits are positive behaviors and practices that align with ethical principles, improve patient care, and enhance the professional environment. -they reflect the virtues of healthcare providers. Bad habits - are unintentional behaviors that can develop over time, often due to stress, complacency, or lack of self-awareness. - undermine ethical standards, decrease the quality of care, and harm the professional and patient relationships. Virtues of the Health Care Providers: 1.Fidelity 2.Humility 3.Respect 4.Compassion 5.Prudence 6.Courage