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| Health Mentoring Theory among Filipino Pre-Service Pediatrics: A Grounded Approach |
Evelyn G. Sta. Cruz, MD, PhD
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Abstract:
Health mentoring is a creative interplay of various teaching strategies. In Pediatrics, the transfer of knowledge directly to the patient / relatives is barely achieved because of various factors. This study aspired to determine health mentoring mechanisms among pre-service pediatricians. The study was conducted in three training hospitals in Metro Manila, ten (10) senior pre-service pediatrics were purposively selected based on their willingness to participate. Respondents were asked to accomplish a demographic questionnaire and answer interview questions related to their signature pedagogies / health mentoring mechanism. The study showcased the phases of health mentoring distinct in the practice among pediatrics. Three phases similar to an airplane take off was identified, preparation is being done before discussing the illness, accomplished through introduction of one's self to develop rapport, this is Departure phase. Cruise in airplane take off is similar to discussing the illness, its treatment and complications; this can be referred to as Fight or Flight phase. The last phases is the Arrival phase. In health mentoring, relatives are empowered because of the previous discussion. In conclusion, not all patient encounters are the same, several factors are to be considered such as type of illness, age of the child, socioeconomic status, educational attainment of the relatives, and their views and beliefs about the illness. As pediatricians, one must be equipped with abilities to confront each situation. Even when one is knowledgeable but if there are difficulties with communication, health promotion; thus, mentoring will not be effective.
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