Gp Task 2 Community Health Research Paper
GPT Task 2
Community Health
WGU
Abstract A terminal illness can have a devastating effect, not only on the patient, but the family as well. Caring for the patient does not just involve physically caring for the patient, but rather involves the holistic care, which is “all nursing practice that has healing the whole person as its goal” (American Holistic Nurses’ Association, 1998). The nurse becomes the therapeutic partner, which involves the care of the mind, body, and spirit, and is at the forefront of this care. It involves the patient and the care of the family during this difficult time.
Personal Perceptions Caring for a patient that is dying can be a very difficult situation for anyone …show more content…
Thomas can include a variety of things. With this case, and most, helping one issue can help the other, which is holistically caring for the patient. At the core of the issue is pain relief for Mrs. Thomas. The doctor should be involved and made aware of any alternative or complimentary help that is used to help her relieve her pain. The doctor may also have other ideas for medication that may help as well. Relaxation techniques, use of art and/or music therapy, and connecting Mrs. Thomas with spiritual counseling could all help her get some pain relief. Secondly, helping connect with her family could have a tremendous effect on how both Mr. and Mrs. Thomas are dealing with the dying process. In Mr. Thomas’ case, having the family near him and not having him face this alone, could help him with his depression. Lastly, the nurse should try to focus on getting the family some financial assistance. The stress of financial issues, is having a domino effect on the couple. It is causing Mr. Thomas stress, causing his depression, and ultimately hurting Mrs. Thomas by not having the full support of her …show more content…
Thomas and figure out a way to help. The social worker can be a point of contact for this as well. Caregivers need a balance, and someone to talk to. Caring for a loved one that is sick and dying is very stressful. Along with finding organizations to help with bills, buying food, and medical care, she can help getting Mr. Thomas therapy for his depression. Everything is connected! If the stress of finances are eased up, then Mr. Thomas’ depression might be better, and that leads to possibly better pain control for Mrs. Thomas…….and visa
Community Health
WGU
Abstract A terminal illness can have a devastating effect, not only on the patient, but the family as well. Caring for the patient does not just involve physically caring for the patient, but rather involves the holistic care, which is “all nursing practice that has healing the whole person as its goal” (American Holistic Nurses’ Association, 1998). The nurse becomes the therapeutic partner, which involves the care of the mind, body, and spirit, and is at the forefront of this care. It involves the patient and the care of the family during this difficult time.
Personal Perceptions Caring for a patient that is dying can be a very difficult situation for anyone …show more content…
Thomas can include a variety of things. With this case, and most, helping one issue can help the other, which is holistically caring for the patient. At the core of the issue is pain relief for Mrs. Thomas. The doctor should be involved and made aware of any alternative or complimentary help that is used to help her relieve her pain. The doctor may also have other ideas for medication that may help as well. Relaxation techniques, use of art and/or music therapy, and connecting Mrs. Thomas with spiritual counseling could all help her get some pain relief. Secondly, helping connect with her family could have a tremendous effect on how both Mr. and Mrs. Thomas are dealing with the dying process. In Mr. Thomas’ case, having the family near him and not having him face this alone, could help him with his depression. Lastly, the nurse should try to focus on getting the family some financial assistance. The stress of financial issues, is having a domino effect on the couple. It is causing Mr. Thomas stress, causing his depression, and ultimately hurting Mrs. Thomas by not having the full support of her …show more content…
Thomas and figure out a way to help. The social worker can be a point of contact for this as well. Caregivers need a balance, and someone to talk to. Caring for a loved one that is sick and dying is very stressful. Along with finding organizations to help with bills, buying food, and medical care, she can help getting Mr. Thomas therapy for his depression. Everything is connected! If the stress of finances are eased up, then Mr. Thomas’ depression might be better, and that leads to possibly better pain control for Mrs. Thomas…….and visa