Want to create interactive content? It’s easy in Genially!
Incarcerated Patient Bias
nursesrock!
Created on November 29, 2023
Start designing with a free template
Discover more than 1500 professional designs like these:
Transcript
Incarcerated Patient Bias
DO's
doNT's
What Healthcare Professionals Should & Should Not Do For an Incarcerated Patient
Respect autonomy
Do not make assumptions
Respect privacy
Do not allow restraints to hinder your assessment or care
Do not disclose PHI to law enforcement officials (LEO)
Respect their right to healthcare. Listen & follow through
Do not ask or discuss what a pt is under investigation, charged, or convicted of
Respect them as an INDIVIDUAL!
Our Rights!
Every individual should have the right to seek care regardless of their background or circumstance
Autonomy
Although physicians/healthcare providers are able to assist in the decision making, it is the patient's right to make the final decision towards their care. Respecting autonomy recognizes individuals' right to healthcare decisions
Patient Privacy
HIPPA protects the privacy of individuals and their health information. Disclosing this information to LEOs could compromise this privacy
Restraints
Nurses should approach their work with a patient-centered and holistic mindset. While physical restraints might be necessary in certain situations they should never replace a thorough nursing assessment