Creating family: a holistic milieu at a geriatric adult day center.

abstract：:Baccalaureate nursing students who participated in equine-facilitated psychotherapy (EFP) clinical observation found that they could benefit as much from the program as the child clients. By identifying beneficial educational outcomes of this nontraditional learning assignment, the authors hope readers will explore si...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Roberts F,Bradberry J,Williams C

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:College students are often faced with academic and personal stressors that threaten their well-being. Added to that may be political and environmental stressors such as acts of violence on the streets, interruptions in schooling, car bombings, targeted religious intimidations, financial hardship, and uncertainty of ob...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Doumit R,Afifi RA,Devon HA

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Until recently, little attention has been given to spiritual dimensions in the nursing literature. This article reviews spiritual nursing care in the nursing literature, including basic concepts and current thoughts on spirituality-related research. In addition, it describes mechanisms that may be used to promote spir...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： McEwen M

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The concept of nurse-physician collaboration has significance in today's changing health care environment. Two camps' views concerning nurse-physician collaboration are presented. Camp I supports nurse-physician collaboration using four indicators: (1) mutual power-control, (2) separate and combined practice spheres, ...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Jones RA

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bioelectrodynamics is an interdisciplinary subject that offers a pathway for nursing to develop a new patient care strategy in health care. The application of bioenergy to living organisms has the potential to advance medical science in the areas of prevention, cancer, wound care, pain, and many other chronic diseases...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Purnell MC,Whitt MA

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six women with chronic illness engaged in multiple conversations with the investigator to help her understand what it is like to live with chronic illness. Phenomenologic writing and reflection were used to analyze the data. The story is guided by an integrating theme: Living in paradox circumscribes one's loss while ...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Schaefer KM

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article presents a proposed holistic Framework for Exploring Adolescent Wellness specific to the discipline of nursing. Conceptualized as a practical adolescent wellness assessment tool, the framework attends to the physical, spiritual, psychological and social dimensions of adolescent health. Through the discuss...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Spurr S,Bally J,Ogenchuk M,Peternelj-Taylor C

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study aims to assess sleep quality and determine the effects of relaxation exercise on sleep quality in patients hospitalized in internal medicine services. In total, 47 patients comprised the control group and did not engage in the exercise intervention--the progressive muscle relaxation exercise, whereas 235 pa...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Alparslan GB,Orsal Ö,Unsal A

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A Whole Person Care model was developed by The New England School of Whole Health Education following a 2-year pilot study that demonstrated the transformational effects of whole health education. This holistic model of health education and behavioral interaction provides a tool for nurses, physicians, and staff to re...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Donadio G

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Losses of later life can prove overwhelming to older adults. Some elderly persons seem to cope with these losses with a spirit of acceptance and serenity. The purpose of this study was to identify qualities in selected nursing home residents that allow them to transcend difficulties and continue living with some degre...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Bickerstaff KA,Grasser CM,McCabe B

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dementia is a devastating condition that takes a toll on all involved. This integrative literature review focuses on the role of spirituality/spiritual nursing interventions in the improved health outcomes of older adults with dementia. Dementia treatments are constantly being explored and current findings are promisi...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Ennis EM Jr,Kazer MW

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article presents the use of music listening as an effective, noninvasive intervention designed to assist nurses in creating a healing environment to promote health and well-being. Music has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing pain, decreasing anxiety, and increasing relaxation. In addition, music has been used...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： McCaffrey R,Locsin RC

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Interventions utilized by nurses to manage "difficult" patients and outcomes indicating successful interventions were investigated. Themes included getting the difficult patient label, difficult patient behaviors, reflecting on the label and passing it on, coping with a difficult patient, interventions that worked, an...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Juliana CA,Orehowsky S,Smith-Regojo P,Sikora SM,Smith PA,Stein DK,Wagner DO,Wolf ZR

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The article describes a study that addressed perceptions of unilateral and egalitarian role functions for nurses, physicians, and consumers in a long-term, 345-bed psychiatric facility in the western United States. Findings indicated that physicians desired to retain authority for health care decisions and that nurses...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Hammond K,Bandak A,Williams M

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The article describes how a dream-sharing group facilitated by a nurse therapist can become the means by which the participants gain spiritual awareness. First, the characteristics of spiritual awareness are identified and discussed. Second, the practice, structure, and process of a dream-sharing group are described, ...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Dombeck MT

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of support group intervention applied to the caregivers of individuals with heart failure on caregiver outcomes. Quasi-experimental research was conducted with 69 caregivers as control (n = 35) and intervention (n = 34) groups in the cardiology outpatient clinic o...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Barutcu CD,Mert H

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A phenomenologic research study of nurse caring was conducted in an intermediate care unit of a hospital. Three narratives from the data are presented as examples to illuminate the meaning of the experience of caring for technologically dependent patients. Results revealed that vulnerability, suffering, and the ethica...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Ray MA

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Students have an opportunity to understand the full experience of being homeless using simulated community nursing situations with a high-fidelity simulator. The Community Nursing Practice Model provides a context for using this innovative teaching strategy to enable students to respond holistically to the needs of th...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Barry CD,Blum CA,Eggenberger TL,Palmer-Hickman CL,Mosley R

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (1999-2000 and 2001-2002) was utilized to examine and compare low-density lipoprotein levels in Mexican Americans with diabetes. ...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Aponte J

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a phenomenological study that described the lived experience of adults older than 85 years, 19 oldest-old adults' lived time is illuminated by 5 themes: Defining Self Through Experience, Being Situated in Time, Knowing Lifetime Is Limited, Planning for the Future, and Leaving a Legacy. ...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Hinck SM

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this article is to help clinicians understand how biological, psychological, and sociological stress responses synergistically influence blood pressure in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. ...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Scollan-Koliopoulos M

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Establishing a positive patient care environment is one of the most basic concepts of health care professional practice. Dress and personal address are aspects of this environment that are influenced by culture and express mutual respect within the patient-provider relationship. The Patient Sensitivity Questionnaire w...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： DeKeyser FG,Wruble AW,Margalith I

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Depression and anxiety are associated with increased risk of postoperative cardiac events and death in patients who have undergone coronary artery bypass graft surgery. These risks persist even several months after the procedure. Guided imagery has been used with cardiac surgery patients for some time and with numerou...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Stein TR,Olivo EL,Grand SH,Namerow PB,Costa J,Oz MC

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Health care is experiencing a paradigm shift that has the potential to redefine traditional roles, systems, and practices. At Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the nursing organization has capitalized on this potential and has been energized by the array of opportunities for innovation and ...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Warfel WM,Allen R,McGoldrick T,McLane S,Martin SG

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Controlling labor pain is one of the basic goals for caregivers during the birthing process. There are many pharmacological and nonpharmacological methods that are used for controlling pain and helping the mother to cope with pain and have a favorable labor. The study was planned as a randomized, controlled experiment...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Hamlacı Y,Yazici S

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of type 2 diabetes is rising rapidly with significant associated morbidity and mortality. Treatment efforts are focused on control of serum blood glucose levels. It was anticipated that the use of the Serenity Prayer would assist those who need to gain control over their physiological symptoms. A pilot s...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Sacco LM,Griffin MT,McNulty R,Fitzpatrick JJ

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The article reports a study describing nurses' attitudes, concerns, and fear of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). A convenience sample consisting of 376 nurses in a mid-Atlantic state was drawn. An 84-item questionnaire was used to collect the data. Seven factors were derived from the subjects' responses usin...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Wang JF

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Complementary therapies are becoming increasingly popular, particularly for symptoms such as sleep disturbance. The herb valerian may be useful as a mild sleep aid in clinical populations, such as persons with rheumatoid arthritis. This article reviews valerian to inform healthcare providers of potential uses and safe...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Taibi DM,Bourguignon C,Taylor AG

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Planners of sexual health promotion interventions for adolescents and young adults confront many challenges. Multiple factors are associated with high-risk sexual behavior, and its amelioration is complex. Sexual health promotion involves more than just targeted, short-term disease prevention efforts. Primary preventi...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Beitz JM

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of reflexology on pain intensity in patients with fibromyalgia, using an experimental repeated-measures design, and a convenience sample of 30 fibromyalgia inpatients. Thirty patients aged 18 to 70 years with fibromyalgia and hospitalized in the algology clinic were ...

journal_title：Holistic nursing practice

authors： Akin Korhan E,Uyar M,Eyigör C,Yönt GH,Khorshid L

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00