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When managing healthcare facilities, administrators are faced with a number of bioethical issues and political concerns. We will discuss two different scenarios in this article and how they could be handled ethically and effectively.
Scenario 1: As the healthcare administrator of a nursing home, we must ensure that our residents’ families are satisfied with the care we provide. As seen here, family involvement can lead to conflict. Our first step would be to calm the situation, by listening to and speaking with both parties. After explaining the DNR to the families, we assure them of the care their loved one receives. In the event that the situation escalated, we would involve our legal counsel in the resolution of the problem. Regardless of the situation’s outcome, we would maintain transparency with the family members and ensure that we follow all regulatory requirements.
Scenario #2: We are a clinic administrator who is committed to offering healthcare to everyone, no matter their age, or whether they’re pregnant. We would respect the patient’s privacy and assure them that we would not disclose their medical information to their parents without their consent. We would explain to the patient the importance of parents being involved in the healthcare decision-making process and how family support can be beneficial. We would also ensure that the patient’s insurance covers the necessary services and work with them to find any financial assistance available. We would also consult with our legal team to make sure that we are in compliance with all regulatory requirements.
As a conclusion, health administrators must consider a range of ethical and bioethical questions that demand careful thought and ethical decision making. Maintaining transparency, ensuring patient privacy and following regulatory guidelines will allow us to handle these situations in an ethical and effective manner.