The Singular Therapeutic Project As A Learning And Comprehensive Care Tool: Experience Report On The Management Of Chronic Pain In An Elderly Patient

Abstract

Background: Chronic pain is a complex condition that affects patients physically, emotionally, and socially. Addressing it effectively in primary care requires a holistic approach that integrates non-pharmacological and pharmacological strategies. The Singular Therapeutic Project (STP) enables personalized, patient-centered care through multidisciplinary collaboration. Aim: This experience report aims to describe the practical learning experience of medical students implementing a STP for a patient with chronic pain, highlighting the impact on care and medical education. Experience Report: During the second semester of 2024, medical students from Bragança, Pará, engaged in home visits through the STP framework under faculty supervision. These visits facilitated an expanded understanding of the patient’s clinical and psychosocial context using tools such as genograms, ecomaps, and functional assessments. Students applied interventions to manage chronic pain and address barriers to medication adherence. Additionally, collaboration with the healthcare team ensured adjustments to care based on the patient’s evolving needs, promoting reintegration into physical activities. Conclusion: The implementation of the STP fostered practical and humanized learning by emphasizing empathy, teamwork, and communication skills. This approach strengthened the students' understanding of primary healthcare, enabling the development of professional competencies essential for managing complex patient cases and contributing to the patient’s improved quality of life.