Integrality of the human being and the care in the health-disease process

Abstract

Introduction: Integrality is associated with the various dimensions of life, considering the tangible and subjective aspects related to the complex unity of the human being. Objective: To promote a critical reflection on the integrality of the human being, in the scope of care, as the essence of health practices. Method: This is a study developed as a reflective essay that approached care in an existential philosophical perspective, aiming at integrality for health promotion. Development of the theme: Human care, understood as much more than doing or providing care, is projected beyond duty and becomes care and compassion. It covers attitudes that should be part of the analysis and critical reflection of professionals working in the health area. Conclusion: The recovery of integrality in the health care provided during the practice requires a reflexive posture of the health professional in order to value all the dimensions of the human being, including the spiritual one.

Keywords

• Integralidade em saúde
• cuidados de enfermagem
• promoção da saúde