After studying Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources, discuss the following:
How has COVID-19 affected your personal beliefs/values in your clinical practice? Include an example.
COVID-19 has had a profound impact on my personal beliefs and values in my clinical practice. Here are a few examples:
Here is an example of how my personal beliefs and values have been affected by COVID-19 in my clinical practice:
I once had a patient who was a young woman of color. She was pregnant and had been diagnosed with COVID-19. She was very scared and didn’t know what to expect. I took the time to talk to her about her fears and concerns, and I assured her that I would do everything I could to help her. I also referred her to a social worker who could help her with her financial and emotional needs.
This experience made me realize the importance of health equity and compassion in my clinical practice. I am committed to providing all of my patients with the best possible care, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. I am also committed to being compassionate and understanding, and to putting myself in my patients’ shoes.
I believe that COVID-19 has been a wake-up call for many healthcare providers. It has made us realize the importance of our work and the need to be more compassionate and understanding. I am hopeful that the lessons we have learned during this pandemic will make us better healthcare providers in the future.