Type of uncertainty | Description |
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Technical | Lack of theoretical information resulting in ignorance for guiding actions |
Communicational | Inability of the physician to communicate effectively and reach a joint decision with the patient |
Conceptual | Inability to apply abstract knowledge in concrete situations |
Systemic | Inability to act appropriately due to the lack of technological, technical, material and human resources as well as to ignore or act outside the standards and rules of the health system |
Ethical | Inability to act when the person displays behaviors, attitudes and emotions inconsistent with the values and sociocultural codes of society, the institution and/or the person |