Person-centered care
Person-centered care
Person-centered care (pronunciation: /ˈpɜːrsən ˈsɛntərd kɛər/), also known as patient-centered care or PCC, is a healthcare approach that emphasizes the active involvement of patients and their families in the design and delivery of their own healthcare.
Etymology
The term "person-centered care" is derived from the concept of "person-centeredness", which was first introduced by psychologist Carl Rogers in the 1960s. The term was later adopted by the healthcare industry to describe a care approach that focuses on the individual needs and preferences of patients.
Definition
Person-centered care is defined as care that is respectful of, and responsive to, the preferences, needs and values of patients and their families. It involves viewing patients as active participants in their care, and includes aspects such as shared decision-making, respect for patient autonomy, and provision of care that is both physically and emotionally supportive.
Related Terms
- Shared decision-making: A process in which healthcare providers and patients work together to make decisions about healthcare treatments.
- Patient autonomy: The right of patients to make decisions about their medical care without their healthcare provider trying to influence the decision.
- Healthcare provider: A person or organization that provides health care services.
- Patient engagement: The process of involving patients in their own care, including decision-making and self-management.
Importance
Person-centered care is considered a key component of high-quality healthcare. It has been associated with improved patient satisfaction, better health outcomes, and reduced healthcare costs. It is also a key principle of many healthcare quality standards and accreditation bodies, including the World Health Organization and the Institute of Medicine.
Implementation
Implementing person-centered care involves changes at multiple levels of the healthcare system, including policy, organizational culture, and individual healthcare provider behavior. Key strategies include training healthcare providers in communication and shared decision-making skills, involving patients in healthcare planning and decision-making, and creating a healthcare environment that supports person-centered care.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Person-centered care
- Wikipedia's article - Person-centered care
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