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| Compassion in clinical setting : A pictorial review |
Compassion in Clinical Settings: A tabular review
| Theme | Key Points | References |
|---|---|---|
| Definition and Scope of Compassion |
- Complex construct without a universally accepted definition. - Distinguished from sympathy; involves understanding and the motivation to alleviate suffering. - Has cognitive, affective, and behavioral dimensions. |
Dewar et al. (2011), Sinclair et al. (2016), Strauss et al. (2016) |
| Compassion's Role and Impact |
- Essential for patient-provider relationships, linked to patient satisfaction and adherence. - May influence health outcomes by modulating physiological stress responses. - Faces challenges like clinician burnout and systemic constraints. |
Sinclair et al. (2016), Strauss et al. (2016) |
| Fostering Compassion |
- Advocacy for mindfulness-based training and self-compassion programs. - The role of narrative medicine in deepening understanding of patient experiences. - Need for organizational culture shifts and systemic support for compassionate care. |
Kemper & Khirallah (2015), Sinclair et al. (2016) |
| Measurement and Assessment |
- Introduction of tools like CCAT and SCQ for benchmarking compassionate care. - Challenges include subjectivity and social desirability effects. |
Sinclair et al. (2017), Sinclair et al. (2018) |
| Conclusion and Future Directions |
- Compassion is integral to patient care, with potential positive impacts on satisfaction and outcomes. - Future research needed to explore the mechanisms linking compassion to health outcomes and strategies for its integration. |
General Synthesis Based on Reviewed Literature |
