INSTRUCTIONS
For this discussion, you will create a scenario of an ethical situation where communication impacts change.
- Describe an ethical situation that involves other departments or organizations.
- How should sensitivity be shown to diverse organizations, cultures, or populations?
- What interprofessional communication should occur? What specific techniques in communication could be used?
- Finally, address what you learned from constructing this situation. Include any reflection and skills to apply to future situations.
Support your stance with peer-reviewed sources.
ANSWER
An 80-year-old patient suffering from an ischemic stroke was being transferred from the hospital to a rehabilitation facility. She had a history of atrial fibrillation and was on blood thinners. However, the hospital discharge nurse sent the wrong medication list by omitting her anticoagulant. The rehab staff admitted her and gave her the listed medications without knowing about the error. The rehabilitation center could not reach the hospital team until two days later. As a result, poor communication between the hospital and rehab staff led to an ethical concern. The patient was at risk of a second stroke, which … To access the full answer, use the purchase button below.