Maria Donnelley
University of Texas, USA
Title: Health stewardship: A concept for best health outcomes
Biography
Biography: Maria Donnelley
Abstract
As the rate of chronic illness in the general population rises, the emphasis toward guiding our patients to wellness becomes greater. The concept of health stewardship and responsibility for self is a shift toward individual choice to take better care of oneself rather than to leave decision-making to providers and caregivers. Desiring the best health outcome regardless of our patient’s health situation is nursing’s primary goal. Exploring health stewardship as a path to wellness will help providers guide patients to reach their potential health