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HOLISTIC APPROACHES TO PATIENT CARE: THE ROLE OF NURSING TECHNICIAN

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Nawal Mutlag Gareeb Aldhafeeri, Hanan Atallah Almutairi, Layla Sallam Essa Marzog, Hssah Salm Al Shmari, Mona Morshed Alenzi, Amnah Mohammed Aldossray, Sami Mohammad Al Harbi, Maha Abadail Hidy Alanaziy
» doi: 10.53555/ecb/2022.11.10.163

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Background: The healthcare system faces significant challenges despite high spending, with disparities in health outcomes across racial and socioeconomic lines. Holistic care, which considers patients as whole beings encompassing body, mind, and spirit, has shown promise in improving health indicators and patient well-being. However, barriers exist to the widespread implementation of holistic care in healthcare settings, including a lack of education and understanding among healthcare providers, particularly nurses. Objective: This research article aims to explore various holistic approaches that can be integrated into patient care to enhance health outcomes, assess their effectiveness in improving patient well-being and satisfaction, identify barriers to implementation, and investigate the cost-effectiveness of holistic approaches compared to traditional medical interventions. Conclusion: The integration of holistic care approaches into patient care is crucial for improving overall health outcomes and enhancing patient well-being and satisfaction. Nurses play a vital role in providing holistic nursing care and addressing the spiritual needs of patients. Effective holistic approaches can also help reduce nurse stress and burnout, leading to better quality patient care. Embracing holistic care has the potential to revolutionize healthcare delivery by focusing on treating the whole person and promoting healing on multiple levels, ultimately benefiting both patients and healthcare providers.

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