A few days after the visit from the young man, you are again at work in the community center. today a woman comes to the center. she wants to visit the public health clinic. You approach her and she tells you she has come for medicine. after you direct her to the clinic, one of your co-workers tells you that the woman is a drug addict and is HIV-positive. Your co-worker comments that this woman has been in jail multiple times for prostitution and drug possession. The co-worker states angrily, " i can't believe we still give her medicine." for a moment you are angry, too.
- Do you believe all patients and people in need deserve equal treatment and care? explain why or why not.
- It's likely that all of us have some preconceived ideas about individuals who engage in risky or illegal behaviors. How can you ensure that your own personal beliefs and preconceptions don't get in the way of your job responsibilities?
- Describe what you believe the relationship should be between a healthcare professional and a patient and why?