A Holistic Approach to Cardiopulmonary Concerns in a Schizophrenic Patient and Ensuring Quality Care

Abstract

"Holistic approach" and "Quality Care" have been trending topics in the medical community for several decades, with holistic practice advocating for meeting patients' emotional, physiologic, psychological, and spiritual needs. In comparison, the quality care model highlights patient care metrics of equity, safety, and timeliness in medical treatment. Both converge on the concept of medical care centered around patients, with countless papers discussing their benefits in various healthcare settings. However, there is a gap in the literature regarding using both models to manage the mentally ill. Adopting the healthcare quality approach and incorporating a holistic perspective in managing psychiatric conditions can improve patient satisfaction and reduce societal and healthcare costs, making it an important area of further investigation. This paper will discuss the case of a 59-year-old male with schizophrenia who developed cardiopulmonary symptoms during his prolonged hospital stay, leading to extensive yet inefficient workup, in which his symptoms improved after implementing measures that uplifted his psyche. It will carefully examine holistic care's emotional and psychological aspects and the quality care domains for mentally ill patients. The case report aims to endorse integrating both models into the management of the psychiatric population to promote patient-centered and optimal quality of care.