title: Problem solving using soft systems methodology.
abstract: This article outlines a method of problem solving which considers holistic solutions to complex problems. Soft systems methodology allows people involved in the problem situation to have control over the decision-making process.
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Land
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D016294:Models, Nursing; D009736:Nursing Process; D010358:Patient Participation; D011340:Problem Solving; D013598:Systems Theory