Exploring the Effects of Holistic Nursing Approaches on Quality of Life Among Oncology Patients
Posted: Mar 09, 2024
Abstract
The landscape of oncology care has traditionally been dominated by biomedical paradigms that prioritize tumor response rates, survival metrics, and physiological symptom management. While these outcomes remain critically important, there is growing recognition that cancer affects individuals across multiple dimensions of their being, necessitating care approaches that address the whole person rather than merely the disease. Holistic nursing represents a paradigm shift in cancer care, emphasizing the integration of physical, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of patient experience. This research explores the effects of holistic nursing approaches on quality of life among oncology patients through an innovative methodological framework that combines quantitative metrics with qualitative depth. Cancer diagnosis and treatment invariably precipitate profound disruptions across all aspects of human existence. Patients frequently report diminished quality of life not only due to physical symptoms but also because of psychological distress, social isolation, and existential concerns. Conventional oncology nursing, while skilled in managing treatment side effects and providing technical care, often lacks systematic approaches to addressing these multidimensional challenges. Holistic nursing interventions seek to bridge this gap by incorporating complementary therapies, mindfulness practices, expressive arts, and spiritual support alongside conventional medical care. The novelty of this research lies in its methodological approach to quantifying the complex effects of holistic nursing. Rather than relying solely on standardized quality of life instruments, we developed a computational framework that integrates patient narratives, physiological biomarkers, and behavioral observations to create a comprehensive picture of intervention effects. This approach allows for the capture of subtle, nuanced changes in patient experience that may be missed by traditional assessment methods. Furthermore, our research examines not only whether holistic nursing improves quality of life but how these
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