CRITICALLY APPRAISE HOW THE HEALTH PROFESSIONAL'S OWN PERSONAL VALUES MAY AFFECT PATIENT CARE AND OUTCOME. As individuals, we are going to have different personal views and beliefs, towards issues that we are faced with in life. Every person has the right to think, write or say what ever they wish to, as long as their actions do not affect, harm or threaten any other person. However, when working within an institution involving care for the …showed first 75 words of 511 total…

…showed last 75 words of 511 total…un professional. This shows that personal judgements made on a person, can affect the care and outcome given to that patient. In conclusion, it is imperative that as a healthcare professional, we do not impose our personal beliefs, values or opinions on any other person, we need to accept diversity and deliver the highest possible standard of care to every individual. Remembering that every individual has the right to be treated equally and with respect.