A discussion of some moral issues in nutrition and feeding.
In this essay we review a number of values and conflicts involved in human nutrition in order to clarify the sources of resistance to accepting a pump-fed patient on the part of nursing home nurses. The case illustrates the complexities of our feelings and values in the area of intrusion showing the need for continued reflection upon and revision of our intuitive reactions. The case also displays conflict resolution.
D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D003220:Conflict, Psychological; D004750:Enteral Nutrition / Q000592:standards*; D004993:Ethics, Nursing; D006801:Humans; D009014:Morals; D009735:Nursing Homes / Q000592:standards*; D009740:Nursing Staff / Q000523:psychology*; D012945:Social Values; D028761:Withholding Treatment