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Comprehensive care: the healthcare provider's perspective.

V F Engle1

  • 1University of Tennessee, Health Science Center, College of Nursing, USA. vengle@.utmem.edu

Ostomy/Wound Management
|July 18, 2000
PubMed
Summary

A paradigm shift in healthcare now views clients holistically within their environment. This approach integrates mind and body, enhancing wound care through comprehensive and self-care practices for providers.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare
  • Nursing
  • Environmental Health

Background:

  • A paradigm shift is occurring in healthcare, emphasizing a comprehensive environmental context for clients.
  • This shift integrates mind-body approaches and recognizes healthcare providers as integral to the client's environment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the integration of comprehensive and holistic care principles in healthcare practice.
  • To describe the author's professional development as a holistic healthcare provider.
  • To illustrate the impact of comprehensive care on clinical practice, particularly in wound care.

Main Methods:

  • Review of comprehensive care and holistic nursing concepts.
  • Focus on the process and outcomes of delivering client care.
  • Self-reflection on personal development as a healthcare provider.

Main Results:

  • Adoption of comprehensive care enhances the provider's practice.
  • Holistic nursing principles improve client and provider well-being.
  • Integrating environmental context leads to more effective care.

Conclusions:

  • Wound care specialists can advance their practice by embracing comprehensive and holistic care.
  • Self-care for healthcare providers is essential for delivering comprehensive client care.
  • The environmental context is a critical factor in holistic client care.

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