Preserving Patient Dignity (Formerly Patient Modesty) Volume 113

This is the misunderstanding that I agree, at times, is an unfortunate consequence of treatment of patients by all phases of the medical profession.  This sick patient may need to be " fluffed " as part of effective treatment for the underlying disease but, unlike the bed pillow, the profession should always keep in mind that such " fluffing " may be unwanted and unacceptable by the patient and that unlike a pillow, an object, it is as a person, a human subject, the patient, who should be first informed and consulted for permission.And, if the professional fails in this regard, well.. the patient or the family should " speak up " !  (p.s.- I  hope this analogy meets our blog thread discussions, but feel free to correct me. ) ..Maurice.Graphic: From Google Images
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