A nurse in a wellness center is presenting a class on integrating holistic therapies with traditional health care The nurse talks about the trend in health care to treat each patient in a manner that reconnects his or her total being. Which of the following would best be considered a holistic approach to health?
A) Physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being
B) Emotional and sexual contact
C) Healthy work environment
D) Financial success and post-secondary education
Ans: A
Feedback: A holistic approach to health reconnects the traditionally separate approach to mind and body. The connection of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being must be understood and considered when providing health care. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because though they may contribute to a total (or holistic) perception of the patient, they would not be the best answer to the question.
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