Question

Discuss in what ways the rights and responsibilities of patients and employees are alike.

Answer 1

Rights and responsibilities of patients and employees are alike in several ways that have been discussed below:

First of all both patients as well as employees have a right towards getting respect and right that others are considerate when dealing with them.

Secondly both patients as well as employees have a right to receive fair attention and treatment irrespective of their race, gender, national origin, etc.

Thirdly both patients as well as employees have a responsibility to pass on the accurate information to doctors so that the doctor is able to provide the right treatment.

Fourthly both patients as well as employees have a responsibility to take an active role towards recovery of a concerned patient.

Fifthly both patients as well as employees have a responsibility to report any unexpected changes in the condition of the patient to the responsible health care provider.