Empathy Vs Sympathy

Vocabulary Match the following words with the correct examples. Pity I feel so sorry for Mr. Smith. Sympathy I sent Mr Smith a card praying for his family. Empathy I remember how hard it was when we lost my grandmother. Compassion I wish there was something I could do for Mr. Smith. I often think about other people’s feelings. Yes No I don’t make fun of other people because I can imagine what it feels like to be in their shoes. Yes No I listen to others about what they’re going through. Yes No I try to understand other people’s point of view. Yes NO I am aware that not everyone reacts to situations the same way I do. Yes NO You smell 'something' when you walk near Mrs. B. You look at her and say I know you pooped your pants *sighing* lets go get changed *eye rolling* Please read the following situations and tell me what could happen to you, the CNA, and the resident if these statements were said. Mr. S dropped his cup of juice in the floor after you told him 5 times to make sure he held on to it so it wouldn't fall and you say 'well I guess your not getting any juice this morning since you spilled all yours' You are told to go bathe Mrs. C and you huff because you know shes total care and is large and won't help do anything during the bath. During the bath you do not speak to her and your facial expression is irritated. You are in the dining room getting ready to feed Mrs. G. You take a clothing protector over to her and say lets put this bib on because I know you are going to spill a lot of food. The Human Connection to Patient Care Watch the following videos and comment in the discussion about how they made you feel. Empathy: The Human Connection To Patient Care Cleveland Clinic's Empathy Series Continues -- Patients Watch the following Video and discuss two things that stood out to you. Empathy Series Part 2