What are the Key Components of Integrative and Holistic Care?
The key components of integrative and holistic care include:
1. Patient-Centered Care: Focusing on the individual needs and preferences of patients. 2. Therapeutic Relationship: Building a trusting and empathetic relationship between the nurse and patient. 3. Use of Complementary Therapies: Incorporating practices such as massage, acupuncture, meditation, and herbal medicine. 4. Education and Empowerment: Educating patients about their health and empowering them to take an active role in their care. 5. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Working with a team of healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive care. 6. Mind-Body Connection: Recognizing the impact of mental and emotional states on physical health.
