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Homeostasis: restoring the internal wellbeing in patients/clients
1School of Healthcare Studies, University of Leeds.
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|October 10, 1996
Summary
This article explores homeostasis, emphasizing the dynamic internal environment and feedback mechanisms. It argues that holistic nursing aims to restore patient homeostasis for overall wellbeing.
Area of Science:
- Physiology
- Nursing Science
Background:
- Homeostasis is a fundamental concept in physiology, referring to the maintenance of a stable internal environment.
- Understanding homeostasis is crucial for comprehending health and disease states.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a historical perspective on homeostasis.
- To explore the dynamic nature and control of homeostasis.
- To establish the role of homeostasis in holistic nursing care.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of historical and conceptual aspects of homeostasis.
- Analysis of feedback mechanisms in homeostatic control.
- Discussion of non-homeostatic health models.
Main Results:
- Homeostasis is a dynamic process critical for internal stability.
- Feedback mechanisms are key to maintaining homeostatic balance.
- Holistic nursing care aims to restore physical and emotional homeostasis.
Conclusions:
- Restoring internal wellbeing through homeostasis is a primary goal of nursing.
- Mind-body dualism and reductionism present challenges to a holistic, homeostatic model of health.