Question

Define the meaning of the philosophy of individual worth and how it applies to work in health care.what does this mean to you as an individual and a health care professional.

Answer 1

The philosophy of individual worth is based on the belief that every human being regardless of personal circumstances or personal qualities, has worth and is entitled to respect as a human being. Healthcare professionals have the obligation to strive to give the same level of care to every patient, regardless of race, cultural background, economic status, behavoir, physical conditions or sexual orientation. As an individual it means we have to respect every person in the same way without any prejudice. It helps to make the people around you feel grateful. As an healthcare individual, philosophy of individual worth plays an important in making the patient comfortable and happy. It will have a gentle calming effect on the patient and decreases the anxiety, depression and sadness in patients.