Let’s just be honest here.
Sometimes without realizing it, our language or behavior might be affected by the age, looks, tone or background of a patient. For instance, very well-dressed adults may hear long explanations while nervous adolescents gets rushed through. An elderly patient may be spoken to as though much slower and louder is required, even when it is not.
Are these behaviors intentional? Rarely.
But are they occurring? More often than not.
There is indeed unconscious bias in healthcare and it affects not just one way of communication but also the type of care a person is given. As future or current practitioners, perhaps, we should make a stop and ask ourselves, Am I being equally kind, clear, dignified, and respectful to everyone I treat?
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Yes, that’s so true. Many times we don’t even realize it, but we tend to treat people differently based on their looks, age, or how they present themselves. It’s not always intentional, but it happens. But the reality is — people who may look nervous, unkept, or different are the ones who actually need more love, care, and patience from us. As future healthcare providers, we need to remind ourselves that kindness, respect, and empathy should be equal for every patient, no matter what. Everyone deserves to feel safe and value.
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Yes ,I agree with you that it happens but it is not always intentional
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Yes i agree with you this usually happens due to the mood swings some times because of work pressure and by seeing someone this happens but not with intentionally.
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