Development of Holistic Health Care Interventions for Women With Infertility: A Nominal Group Technique
This article explores the opinions of health care providers regarding holistic health care interventions in managing women with infertility in Ghana. Data were retrieved using a qualitative design and nominal group technique with a purposive sample of 12 health care providers in Ghana. Data were analyzed through thematic analysis. Health care providers explored various psychological, educational, spiritual, social, and medical interventions to ensure women diagnosed with infertility receive holistic treatment and attain optimal health. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - February 16, 2022 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Evaluation of the Effect of Lavender Aroma on Fatigue Among Hemodialysis Patients
We examined the effect of aromatherapy on fatigue in 62 HD patients. Data were collected using a questionnaire and the Piper Fatigue Scale. It was found that fatigue decreased in the intervention group (P (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - February 16, 2022 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
A Conceptual Model of the Influence of Mindfulness-Based Interventions on Stress and Quality of Life in Patients With Chronic Conditions
Individuals with chronic conditions are susceptible to stress-related health complications. Left unattended, chronic stress exacerbates inflammation, diminishes quality of life (QOL), and increases all-cause mortality. Here, we suggest a theoretical framework promoting the use of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) in patients with chronic conditions and a conceptual model of how MBIs may influence stress and QOL. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - February 16, 2022 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Brick by Brick: A Victim of Expedience?
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Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - February 16, 2022 Category: Nursing Tags: BRICK BY BRICK: DECONSTRUCTING RACISM IN NURSING Source Type: research
Consensus and Nursing Culture
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Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - February 16, 2022 Category: Nursing Tags: FROM THE EDITOR Source Type: research
Flood Risk Assessment: An Important Component of Holistic Home Safety Assessment
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Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - November 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: PARTING THOUGHTS... Source Type: research
Integrative Mental Health, Part 2: The Emerging Paradigm of Nutritional Therapy
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Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - November 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: INTEGRATIVE HEALTH PRACTICES Source Type: research
A Conversation on a Healing Model With Jill Rathburn, BSN, RN, BCC, CPRC: Interviewer: Gloria F. Donnelly, PhD, RN, FAAN, FCPP
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Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - November 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: SPECIAL FEATURE Source Type: research
The Effect of Mindfulness Breathing Meditation on Psychological Well-being: A Quasi-Experimental Study Among Nurses Working for COVID-19 Patients
The study aims to test the effect of mindfulness breathing meditation on psychological well-being among nurses working for COVID-19 patients. A total of 50 nurses (25 each in the intervention and control groups) were included in the study. We found significant differences between the preintervention and postintervention mean scores of both groups, based on the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale Indonesian version. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - November 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
A Qualitative Exploration of the Psychological Experience of Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19
This qualitative study describes the psychological experience of patients hospitalized with COVID-19. These patients went through 3 psychological stages: extremely uncertainties during the initial diagnostic stage, complicated feelings of negativity during the treatment stage, and positive growth in the recovery stage. It is important for nurses to provide holistic care. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - November 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Mindfulness for Outpatient Oncology Nurses: A Pilot Study
This prospective pre-/posttest pilot studied a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) intervention first, to reduce self-reported stress and improve compassion satisfaction; and second, to reduce physiological indices of stress. Even small interventions of MBSR before a shift effectively reduces the physiological indices of stress and may help reduce compassion fatigue and burnout in nurses. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - November 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Effect of Complementary and Integrative Treatments on Fatigue Symptoms in Hemodialysis Patients: A Systematic Review
Although hemodialysis treatment is one of the main treatment methods in chronic kidney failure, it also causes many health problems. A variety of complementary and integrative therapies are used to relieve or minimize hemodialysis symptoms. Fatigue (60%-97%) is also one of these problems. Therefore, we have conducted a systematic review to determine the effect of complementary and integrative therapies on fatigue in hemodialysis patients. Relevant studies published from 2005 to 2019, in PubMed, EBSCOhost, ScienceDirect, and Cochran Library databases have been reviewed. In the study, initially, 21 039 pieces of data were ob...
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - November 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
A Quiet Compassion
Through a difficult encounter with a new patient, the author became immersed in the messiness of patient care and learned that goals need to be defined and hard fought. The lesson learned serves as a reminder that compassion for our patients is necessary to help understand their fears and anxieties. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - November 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Self-Caring Practices Among Nurses: Findings From an Online Survey
This study used an online survey to explore self-caring practices of faith community nurses and clinical nurses. Despite sample limitations, faith community nurses reported significantly higher levels of self-caring practices than clinical nurses. (Source: Holistic Nursing Practice)
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - November 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURES Source Type: research
Pardon My Accent!: Breaking Down Barriers to Clear Communication
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Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - November 26, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: BRICK BY BRICK: DECONSTRUCTING RACISM IN NURSING Source Type: research
