Jemilala Case Study Summary
Jemila,
As Susannah’s story revealed, even medical professionals may not be as mindful as we hoped. The nurse’s statement cannot be justified as it is disrespectful to Susannah and her caretakers. It pained me when I read how Dr. Bailey kept insisting on his initial diagnosis.
Your example with the nurse reminded me of another unpleasant situation Susannah and her father, Tom, experienced. At the end of chapter 31, The Big Reveal, Susannah was in tears from being spectated by strangers and commentaries from the young physician’s regarding of a possible oophorectomy (p.159-160). The young man who led the group did not even apologize for disturbing Susannah and Tom, instead, he quickly fled from the room. Even though the young physician may justify his actions for educational purposes, his actions were invasive and left a negative impact on Susannah and her father. As therapists, we should be considerate of our clients’ conditions and display a high level of professionalism.
As Susannah’s story revealed, even medical professionals may not be as mindful as we hoped. The nurse’s statement cannot be justified as it is disrespectful to Susannah and her caretakers. It pained me when I read how Dr. Bailey kept insisting on his initial diagnosis.
Your example with the nurse reminded me of another unpleasant situation Susannah and her father, Tom, experienced. At the end of chapter 31, The Big Reveal, Susannah was in tears from being spectated by strangers and commentaries from the young physician’s regarding of a possible oophorectomy (p.159-160). The young man who led the group did not even apologize for disturbing Susannah and Tom, instead, he quickly fled from the room. Even though the young physician may justify his actions for educational purposes, his actions were invasive and left a negative impact on Susannah and her father. As therapists, we should be considerate of our clients’ conditions and display a high level of professionalism.