Due to Filming CPR and Intubation Procedure of a Patient, a Medical Intern Was Called Out by Medical Professionals
LIVE CPR? – A medical intern was called out by medical professionals for filming herself while performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation and an intubation procedure on a patient.
Recently, a nursing student from the University of Perpetual Help – Calamba, who is also a content creator, faced heavy criticism for filming a hospital monitor showing a flatline and other restricted areas of the hospital. This was done to create social media content, leading to her being dubbed the “Flatline Queen.” The incident raised concerns about the ethics of medical professionals using sensitive situations for online clout.
Amidst the ongoing controversy, another medical intern, reportedly from FEU-NRMF (Far Eastern University – Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation), became the subject of negative attention. This intern, who also creates content online and graduated in June 2024, posted a now-deleted TikTok video that included footage of herself performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) on a patient. Despite attempts to blur the patient’s face, parts of it were still visible during the intubation procedure. The video also included a “penmanship reveal” showing a patient chart, further intensifying the backlash.
The intern’s actions sparked outrage on social media, particularly among medical professionals who questioned her ethics. Doctors, nurses, and other professionals criticized her behavior, with some labeling her the “CPR Queen.” They condemned her for prioritizing online engagement over professional ethics, emphasizing that she should have known the boundaries of her actions without needing to be told.
One licensed doctor voiced alarm at the lengths some individuals go to for online attention, even when it violates ethical codes. Another doctor expressed frustration at the lack of immediate accountability, noting that while the video was eventually deleted, it had already caused significant concern. A pediatrician called for a collective review of social media guidelines within the medical profession to prevent such incidents.
Netizens also expressed concern about potential privacy violations, referencing the Data Privacy Act (RA 10173), and questioned the medical intern’s intentions and professionalism. Some argued that even if patient names are omitted, other information could still compromise privacy.
As of now, no official statement has been released by the medical intern, her school, or the involved hospital. However, the incident has sparked a broader discussion about the need for stricter social media guidelines within the medical field to protect patient privacy and uphold ethical standards.
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