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The interdisciplinary team's approach to lupus nephritis
1Arthritis and Rheumatism Branch, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland 20892-1828, USA.
Lupus
|January 12, 1999
Summary
An interdisciplinary team approach enhances chronic disease care, particularly for lupus nephritis. This method ensures a holistic patient assessment, improving overall functioning and treatment outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Internal Medicine
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Chronic diseases, such as lupus nephritis, present complex challenges impacting multiple facets of a patient's life.
- Optimal patient functioning requires addressing physical, emotional, economic, psychosocial, and functional domains.
Observation:
- An interdisciplinary team approach offers a comprehensive framework for patient assessment and treatment.
- This collaborative model facilitates the identification of factors hindering patient progress.
Findings:
- Multifaceted assessments by collaborating professionals ensure the whole patient is considered, not solely the disease.
- The approach evaluates the interplay between patient/family coping mechanisms and disease progression.
- It also analyzes how different treatment strategies influence each other.
Implications:
- This model enhances patient care by providing a global perspective on chronic disease management.
- It promotes effective collaboration among healthcare professionals and serves as an educational tool for students.
- Improved patient functioning and outcomes are anticipated through this integrated care strategy.