A Patient and Family Care Study on Brochial Asthma

Abstract

Nursing is a professional health service that is directed towards the promotion and maintenance of health, treatment and prevention of diseases and the restoration of optimal functioning of the individual, family and communities. To be able to meet the various needs of patients and family, and thus give quality care to them, nursing care has moved from task oriented approach to giving of total or individualized care involving both patient and family. The patient/family care study forms part of the assessment of the student nurse to qualify him/her for the award of a Registered General Nursing (Diploma) Certificate and a license to practice nursing. The care study gives the opportunity to interact and co-ordinate with other members of the health team for the care and promotion of optimal health to a patient as an individual and the community as a whole. It also helps to develop a cordial relationship between the nurse, the patient and the family. The study will use initials instead of the patient’s name in order to ensure confidentiality.