The Effect of Aromatherapy on Fatigue and Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis Treatment: A Randomized Controlled Study
The aim of this study was to examine the effect of the application of lavender oil on fatigue and anxiety levels in patients undergoing hemodialysis treatment. This randomized controlled study was conducted with 60 patients (30 patients in intervention group, 30 patients in control group) in a province located in southeastern Turkey. After the patients in both groups were informed about the study, a questionnaire, the Fatigue Severity Scale, and the Beck Anxiety Inventory were applied to the patients. In the intervention group, a statistically significant difference was found between pretest and posttest scores of the Fati...
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - June 17, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Auricular Acupressure and Positive Group Psychotherapy With Motivational Interviewing for Smoking Cessation
This study is a randomized controlled trial. This study was performed at a university in South Korea. Fifty-five smokers were randomly assigned to 3 groups: group 1 (auricular acupressure + counseling), group 2 (placebo acupressure + counseling), and the control group (self-help smoking cessation). Group counseling and auricular acupressure were undertaken once a week for 6 weeks. The smoking cessation rate in group 1 for 1 year was significantly higher than that in group 2 and the control group (22.2%, 5.3%, and 5.6%, respectively). Tobacco withdrawal symptom scores were significantly decreased in group 1 compared with th...
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - June 17, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Effects of Kefir on Quality of Life and Sleep Disturbances in Postmenopausal Women
In this study, it is seen that kefir has positive effects on sleep disturbances, depression, and quality of life in postmenopausal women. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - June 17, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
The Nurse's Role in Counseling Patients at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease Using the 5As Model
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is often caused by modifiable risk factors related to diet and lifestyle behaviors. Counseling patients to adopt lifestyle changes for CVD risk-reduction is needed. Using the 5As strategy (ask, assess, advise, agree, assist) can help patients incorporate positive behavior changes and reduce CVD risk factors. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - June 17, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Definition of a Yoga Breathing (Pranayama) Protocol That Improves Lung Function
This study tests the hypothesis that yoga breathing (pranayama) improves lung function in healthy volunteers during a 6-week protocol. A randomized controlled pilot study demonstrated an improvement in peak expiratory flow rate and forced expiratory volume. The easy-to-learn approach can be translated to the inpatient and outpatient settings. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - June 17, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Reconsidering Smoking as a Health Hazard
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Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - June 17, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FROM THE EDITOR Source Type: research
Understandability and Actionability: Using the PEMAT to Benefit Health Literacy
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Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - April 16, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: PARTING THOUGHTS... Source Type: research
Vive La Resistance!: Resistant Starch Supports Blood Sugar and Weight Maintenance
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Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - April 16, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: HEALTHY LIFESTYLE STRATEGIES Source Type: research
Comparison of Single and Combined Effects of Nature Sounds and Foot Sole Reflexology Massage on the Level of Consciousness in Traumatic Comatose Patients: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Consciousness disturbances are the most common posttraumatic complications. The purpose of this study was to compare the single and combined effects of nature sounds and foot sole reflexology massage on level of consciousness in traumatic comatose patients. This randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted in 2 teaching hospitals in an urban area of Iran. Samples were 120 traumatic comatose patients who were randomly assigned into control, nature sounds, foot reflexology massage, and nature sounds plus foot sole reflexology massage groups. Patients in all groups received routine care. Interventions were performed twi...
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - April 16, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Reducing Delirium and Improving Patient Satisfaction With a Perioperative Mindfulness Intervention: A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study
Postoperative delirium (incidence estimated up to 82%) can be ameliorated with nonpharmacologic methods. Mindfulness has not yet been incorporated into these methods, although mindfulness has been demonstrated to help patients adapt to illness and hospitalization. To reduce postoperative delirium incidence and increase patient satisfaction, this study employs a program of thought exercises based on Langerian mindfulness. Preoperatively, cardiac surgical patients listened to a mindfulness or informational audio; mindfulness subjects were also guided by the principal investigator through mindfulness exercises. Postoperativel...
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - April 16, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Dietary Supplement Use in Gastrointestinal Symptom Management and Effect on Hopelessness Levels in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
This study was conducted to determine the dietary supplement (DS) use in gastrointestinal symptom management, and its effect on hopelessness levels in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The universe of this cross-sectional study consisted of 132 patients presenting at the polyclinic, while the sample consisted of 127 patients who meet the inclusion criteria to study. Data were collected using a patient identification form including sociodemographic characteristics and DS use, the Gastrointestinal Symptom Rating Scale, and the Beck Hopelessness Scale. The frequency of DS use in the last year among patients with I...
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - April 16, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
The Effect of Inhaler Aromatherapy on Invasive Pain, Procedure Adherence, Vital Signs, and Saturation During Port Catheterization in Oncology Patients
The study was conducted to evaluate the effect of inhaler aromatherapy on invasive pain, procedure adherence, vital signs, and saturation during port catheter insertion among patients diagnosed with cancer. The study was conducted in a nonrandomized controlled trial. Sixty patients including 30 patients in the intervention group and 30 patients in the control group, who were subjected with the same local anesthetic protocol, were included in the study. Aromatic mixture prepared by diluting orange, chamomile, and lavender oil in 70 mL distilled water was inhaled by the intervention group during the procedure. The data of th...
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - April 16, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Teaching Nurses From a Holistic Comfort Perspective
Nursing students in various degree programs experience an array of stressful and demanding circumstances. As such, nursing faculty have a unique opportunity to provide student-centered teaching from a holistic comfort perspective. Holistic comfort is a concept supported by evidence symbolizing more than just the relief of pain. It involves caring for the whole person. The majority of research surrounding holistic comfort has been focused on patients—but, what about students in nursing? In this article, the authors aim to explain and expand upon the role of teaching from a holistic comfort perspective. Holistic comfort ha...
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - April 16, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Online Survey of Nurses' Personal and Professional Praying
This study explored how nurses' prayer beliefs and practices are associated with their offering to pray with patients. Participants (N = 423) completed an online survey. Those with higher prayer experience scores were 9% more likely to offer prayer to patients; those working in religious settings were 2.5 times more likely offer prayer to patients. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - April 16, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Blood Pressure and Dementia: Holistic Interventions
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Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - April 16, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FROM THE EDITOR Source Type: research
