Connecting Through Emotions: A Social Constructivist Grounded Theory on How Palliative Care Clinicians Use Their Emotions During Consultations - Report - MDSpire
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Connecting Through Emotions: A Social Constructivist Grounded Theory on How Palliative Care Clinicians Use Their Emotions During Consultations
Clinical Report: Exploring Emotional Engagement in Palliative Care Consultations
Overview
This study investigates the role of emotions in palliative care consultations, emphasizing the importance of emotional competencies among clinicians. It highlights how clinicians' emotional self-disclosure can enhance patient-centered care and strengthen the clinician-patient relationship.
Background
Emotional competencies are critical for clinicians, particularly in palliative care, where they must navigate complex emotional landscapes. The ability to manage emotions can improve patient-centered care, reduce clinician burnout, and enhance teamwork. Despite the recognized importance of emotional skills, barriers such as traditional views of physician roles and a lack of training in emotional competencies persist.
Data Highlights
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Key Findings
Clinicians in palliative care experience a range of emotions, including both negative and positive feelings.
Sharing emotions can strengthen empathy and the sense of shared humanity with patients.
Emotional skills training is often absent in clinical training programs.
Traditional views of medicine emphasize rationality, which may hinder emotional engagement.
Recognizing and managing emotions is essential for effective communication in end-of-life care.
Clinical Implications
Clinicians should be encouraged to develop emotional competencies to enhance their interactions with patients. Training programs should incorporate emotional skills to better prepare clinicians for the emotional demands of palliative care.
Conclusion
The study underscores the significance of emotional engagement in palliative care consultations, suggesting that clinicians' emotional self-disclosure can positively impact care delivery.
