Whole person care is the holistic approach to the management of a patient. This implies that a patient is viewed not only from a biological perspective but also from a social and psychological aspect. Family physicians recognize the effects that spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, religious and economic factors have on a patient's illness. A family physician functions as a physician, counsellor and advocate for a patient.


Activity

Watch the video below and identify the issues related to the management of James in a whole person care manner. Then, type in the words/issues you have identified and build your own jigsaw.
 

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