Practice of Professional Core Values among Physical Therapists in Public Hospitals: A Cross Sectional Survey from Lahore
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Background: In an era when moral paradoxes are becoming more common, it is critical for a health professional to comprehend professional values in order to establish and maintain a professional authenticity.
Objective: We aim to determine core values which shape the patient centered care between patient and physical therapist and how these behaviors can be directed towards a better approach to positive growth and current healthcare needs in public hospitals regarding physiotherapy profession. This study aims to learn more about how physical therapists develop professional core values and how they integrate those values into clinical practice.
Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out. Non-probability convenience sampling technique was used. The research study involved 65 physiotherapists from multiple public hospitals in Lahore (Ganga Ram, Services, Mayo, Jinnah, General, and Children Hospital). In this research study during data collection Private hospitals and clinical settings were not included. A self-assessment questionnaire “Professionalism in Physical Therapy Core Values” (PTCVSA) was used to assess physical therapists' professional standards. Data was analyzed by using SPSS 21version. Data statistics or variables were calculated in the form of a frequency and a percentage.
Results: Data collection and analysis revealed that social accountability (54%) was followed by accountability (57%), altruism (41%), compassion/caring (62%), integrity (51%), and excellence. professional obligation 60% were all important traits.
Conclusion: In comparison to altruism and excellence, compassion/caring and professional responsibility were the most visible and prevalent standards in therapists. They should be strengthened even further. Personal accountability and social responsibility were also mentioned by a few therapists.
Key words: Physical Therapist, Public Hospitals, Professional Core Values, Professional Behavior, Professionalism
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