In the Patient's Best Interest -- a Call to Action, a Call to Balance
Creator
Hirsch, Norma J.
Bibliographic Citation
Bioethics Forum 2002; 18(1-2): 24-29
Abstract
Nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals often complain that a loss of freedom or other obstacles hinder their ability to act in the best interest of the patient. These barriers cause professional burnout and moral outrage, and may contribute to a migration away from medicine or, more broadly, healthcare. Understanding the historical underpinnings of the phrase "in the patient's best interest," and realizing that healthcare, which is fundamentally a moral enterprise must be built on sound business principles can help healthcare professionals reframe the issue, and reclaim their original commitment to a difficult path.
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