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Holistic Nursing Practice
|April 18, 2023
Summary
Holistic nursing principles are vital in advanced practice nursing education, aligning with modern patient-centered care and exceeding current competencies. This approach enhances nursing practice and patient health options.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Holistic Health
- Advanced Practice Nursing
Background:
- Limited exploration of holistic nursing in advanced practice education.
- Holistic nursing aligns with patient-centered, culturally competent care.
- Evolving healthcare landscape emphasizes patient roles and natural treatments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the inclusion and influence of holistic nursing in advanced practice nursing education.
- To demonstrate how advanced practice holistic nurses meet international standards.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on holistic nursing philosophy and practices.
- Analysis of advanced practice nursing competencies.
- Comparison with International Council of Nurses Criteria for Advanced Practice.
Main Results:
- Holistic nursing models support expanded nursing practice.
- Advanced practice holistic nursing meets and exceeds current APRN competencies.
- Alignment with healthcare reform's focus on patient empowerment and natural options.
Conclusions:
- Holistic nursing philosophy is crucial for advanced practice nursing education.
- Advanced practice holistic nurses are well-positioned within the current healthcare system.
- Integration of holistic principles enhances patient care and outcomes.
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