The History and Origin of Traditional Chinese Medicine Nursing

As an integral part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Chinese medical nursing has a long history and a profound theoretical foundation. This article traces the origins of Chinese medical nursing, highlighting its inseparable development from TCM. Although ancient Chinese medical nursing did not form an independent discipline, its nursing practices and theories have long existed and hold a significant position within TCM. Chinese medical nursing centers on the holistic concept, emphasizes syndrome differentiation in nursing, and integrates preventive, healthcare, and rehabilitative measures, forming a unique nursing theory and methodology. The article also explores the relationship between Chinese medical nursing and TCM, noting that the two are intertwined in both theoretical foundations and clinical practices. Chinese medical nursing, building on disease care, further incorporates humanistic, ecological, and social factors, creating a comprehensive nursing model. Despite not having historically formed an independent disciplinary system, the status and role of Chinese medical nursing within TCM cannot be overlooked. With the advancement of the times, Chinese medical nursing will continue to improve and systematize, making more significant contributions to the cause of human health.