Table 2 Ethical problems in caring for patients with infectious diseases
Variables | Mean ± SD |
|---|---|
I worry about caring for an infected patient | 2.31 ± 1.05 |
If I have to choose between infected patients and other kinds of patients, I will care for other kinds of patients. | 2.45 ± 1.03 |
It will be stressful for me to take care of infected patients. | 2.49 ± 1.09 |
If I am not requested by infected patients, I will not provide additional care by myself. | 2.06 ± 1.02 |
It is necessary to reduce holistic care for infected patients. | 2.24 ± 1.10 |
Infected patients should be transferred to a hospital other than my hospital. | 1.99 ± 1.07 |
If I have to take care of infected patients every day, I will quit the job. | 1.91 ± 1.11 |
I would like to change my job because of caring for infected patients. | 1.79 ± 1.02 |
If possible, I would like to move to another ward where I do not have to contact infected patients | 1.93 ± 1.11 |