Comorbidity management in nursing practice: managing mental and physical health needs

This article discusses nursing interventions for managing comorbidity in patients living with paranoid schizophrenia and type 2 diabetes mellitus. The author discusses important aspects of holistic care based on the biopsychosocial model in healthcare, including the importance of collaborative working between different multidisciplinary agencies. This review could inform clinical practice, nursing education, policy and service development. These implications are crucial for understanding the comorbidity of mental health patients, and developing expertise in managing mental health and physical health issues, including managing chronic health conditions.