Table 3 Patient and provider frequency rankings of observed or experienced disrespect and abuse by category
Category of disrespect and abuse | Patient rank | Provider rank |
|---|---|---|
Non-consented care | (1) Denial of preferred birth position | |
(2) Denial of accompaniment | ||
Abandonment or denial of care | (3) Poor clinical practice, neglect | (4) Denial of services |
Non-dignified care (including verbal abuse) | (4) Verbal abuse | (1) Verbal abuse |
Physical abuse | (2) Physical abuse (hitting, pinching, slapping) | |
Non-confidential care | (3) Violation of privacy | |
Discrimination based on specific attributes | None reported | |
Detention in facilities | None reported | |