Even if the reason for their admission to the hospital isn’t directly related, many patients come to the hospital with mental illnesses. When coupled with other diseases, they can have a negative effect on a person’s recovery, leading to poor outcomes and readmissions.
To solve this problem, some hospitals are taking a more holistic approach to patients’ health.
According to an article in the Wall Street Journal, facilities are keeping mental health professionals onsite to manage patients’ conditions as problems arise. Traditionally, hospitals use psychiatrists as consultants, only bringing them to patients if providers have significant trouble with treatment.
