PTs Treating Family Members PDF

It should not be allowed for PTs to treat family members & close friends SARAH ALFLEEJ GHALYAH ALMUTAIRI OMAIMA ALASFOOR NOURAH ALYAHYOUH Opening statement As physical therapists and healthcare providers we are obligated to treat every individual but when it comes to family members and relatives we...

It should not be allowed for PTs to treat family members & close friends SARAH ALFLEEJ GHALYAH ALMUTAIRI OMAIMA ALASFOOR NOURAH ALYAHYOUH Opening statement As physical therapists and healthcare providers we are obligated to treat every individual but when it comes to family members and relatives we shouldn’t intervene as we will discuss the risk factors that we will face when we do. PAGE 02 Arguments: 01. Unethical 02. lack of objectivity and professionalism 03. Emotional risk factors PAGE 03 Unethical Understanding the nuances of this ethical quandary is essential for promoting patient safety, maintaining professional integrity, and safeguarding the sanctity of the physio -patient relationship. Over the years, a considerable body of research has emerged in developed countries to explore the various facets of this complex issue, shedding light on the decision-making processes and ethical reflections of healthcare professionals bias judgement PAGE 04 lack of objectivity and professionalism Taking and/or providing a complete history or full physical examination may be uncomfortable for you and/or the patient and may result in you not completing a full assessment. Inaccurate/incorrect hypothesis Inappropriate treatment discontinuity of care Damage to personal relationships. PAGE 05 Emotional risk factors 1. patient may be exposed mentally physically 1. The physical therapist will be pressurized to provide preferential treatment, this leading to what we know as over-treating or undertreating the patient. PAGE 06 Rebuttals 1-Not prohibited by law While treating a family member or friend is not against the law, it raises ethical concerns such as: Loss of professional objectivity. 2- medical oath Ethisc >law 3- Patient overwhelmed and compliance everyone? need referral and further investigation physical therapist overwhelmed Why you are prioritize patient over patient ? PAGE 07 Closing statement _ treating family members is generally not considered to be ethical or best practice. If a family member requires medical attention, it is better to refer them to doctor who can provide the care they need in a professional and objective manner. _ When you give it some thought providing a session for a family member is it the same as treating any other patient? No So, do what’s right PAGE 08 OPPOSING TEAM It should not be allowed for PT’s to treat family members and close friends. Fatemah Alshammari 2191115659 Dana Aldaihani 2191118507 Jumana Bahzadi 2181144961 Fatma Alkandari 2201120751 Rawan Alzoubi 2182161327 OPENING STATEMENT The ability to control emotions and act wisely under any circumstances are characteristics that health care professionals must have. We are being trained from the beginning during our theory and clinical practices to be as professional as possible. Arguments The law The medical oath Patient overwhelming feelings and compliance 1.The law Treating family members or close friends is not prohibited by law 2. THE MEDICAL OATH As PT's, the first thing we do when we graduate is taking the OATH which says the following: 3. Patient overwhelming feelings and compliance Who doesn’t know someone from his family members, friends, or even the patients you have treated before that refuses, afraid of, or simply hates going to the hospital? Some friends and family members can be overwhelmed by hospitals but if you’re their therapist you will provide a safe “home base” and if they are more comfortable and motivated thus increasing their compliance. REBUTTAL.1 Unethical Work ethics will be followed with all patients equally including: 1. Confidentiality 2. Patient consent 3. Patient Respect 4. Fairness 5. Compassion 6. Professionalism REBUTTAL-2 Lack of the objectivity and professionalism There is no lack of objectivity because the assessment that will be done is the same for all patients. Regarding professionalism, the eight core characteristics of professionalism are: 1- Competence 2- Knowledge 3- Conscientiousness 4- Integrity 5- Respect 6- Emotional Intelligence 7- Appropriateness 8- Confidence REBUTTAL-3 EMOTIONAL RISK FACTOR Emotions will not be considered as barriers in treating any patient as a Physical therapist. Unlike surgeons who may face a life-or-death situation with their patient in the OR. So why we look at emotions as a risk factor? CLOSING STATEMENT CLOSING STATEMENT If you were assigned a new patient and it turns out he's one of your family members or close friends, would you accept them or refer them to another therapist ?