Personal Preference

CARE Model

In order to determine and appropriately address each type of conscience objection, we use the CARE model

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  • C – recognize the CAUSE of your objection
  • A – determine the appropriate ACTIONS (not a cookie-cutter model. Different actions are appropriate depending on the particulars of the case)
    • Accommodate
    • Compromise
    • Inform/Educate
    • Consult
    • Refuse
    • Transfer Care
    • Can you think of other Actions to add to this list? You’ll have an opportunity to add these later on in a Knowledge Check.
  • R– REPORT your objection to your supervisor and/or RESPOND to the patient respectfully
  • E – ENSURE your patient receives the care they need
    • If you work for a faith-based facility with ERD’s that forbid providers from providing (& documenting) a formal referral for services that are not allowed under the ERD’s (e.g. contraception), your ability to ensure that the patient receives the care they need may be limited.