Ethics Vignette XIX: Maintaining Professionalism: Condescending Physician in the EDX Lab-Maintaining Professionalism- Condescending Physician

Maintaining Professionalism- Condescending Physician

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The document discusses a scenario where a neurologist in an electrodiagnostic laboratory behaves in a condescending and aggressive manner towards a technician performing a nerve conduction study on a patient. The technician maintains professionalism by not disclosing results in front of the patient as per protocol, leading to a conflict with the neurologist. The neurologist belittles the technician in front of the patient, causing distress. The technician handles the situation by stepping out with the neurologist and addressing the issue privately. Ethical questions arise regarding patient communication, professionalism, and maintaining relationships in the healthcare setting. It emphasizes the importance of diffusing hostile situations, maintaining patient focus, and reporting unprofessional behavior. The document provides guidelines on establishing patient-technologist relationships, scope of practice, professionalism, and communication skills. It also highlights the need for ongoing education and adherence to ethical standards in the electrodiagnostic laboratory. The technician's response to the neurologist's behavior demonstrates professionalism, patient advocacy, and proper conflict resolution. The document underlines the importance of maintaining a positive work environment, upholding patient care standards, and addressing unprofessional conduct effectively to ensure patient safety and well-being.

Keywords

neurologist

electrodiagnostic laboratory

technician

nerve conduction study

professionalism

conflict resolution

ethical standards

patient communication

work environment

patient safety

ncs

ncv