Module 02 Strategies of Multidimensional Care

Multidimensional Care
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Multidimensional Care
Multidimensional care focuses on the patient and family as a unit. Care is determined based on the individual and family needs.
Multidimensional includes:
Diagnosis
Treatment options
Care coordination
Nursing
Case Management/Social worker
Dietitian
Therapy
Diagnosis
performed by the physician team (primary physician, oncologist, pathologist, radiation oncologist, and surgeon). Diagnosis is based on patient test results.
Treatment options
determined based on the cancer types, stage, and metastasis. The treatment plan is developed by the physician team and shared with the patient. Often the patient will be presented with options regarding their treatment to make an informed decision.
Care coordination
several members of the care team (nursing, dietician, therapy, social workers, case management) play a crucial role in the care of the cancer patient.
Nursing
performs assessment and communicates findings to the physician team; they administer chemotherapy and other medications. They identify the patient and family needs and ensure the appropriate actions are taken to meet those needs. Nursing provides education and counseling to the patient and family.
Case Management/Social worker
assists the patient from diagnosis and throughout the treatment process. They work with the patient and family to identify their needs; they can secure counseling, financial and other support services. They can also provide information regarding support groups and provide patient and family counseling.
Dietitian
provides recommendation to the patient to support nutritional health during the disease and treatment process.
Therapy
therapy consists of physical, occupational, speech, and recreational therapists that assist the patient in returning to their pre-disease functional level.
What is Multidimensional Nursing?
Multidimensional nursing care is a comprehensive approach to managing the patient that is diagnosed with cancer. It utilizes evidence-based practice and professional care standards to meet the needs of the patient. Multidimensional nursing care focuses on physical, psychosocial, social, and spiritual needs. Multidimensional nursing includes both the patient and family in developing the treatment plan.