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Creating a positive surgical experience for patients.

D D Garbee1, P G Beare

  • 1Adult Health Department, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, USA.

AORN Journal
|September 22, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Integrating complementary therapies with traditional medicine can enhance surgical patient experiences. This approach aims to improve patient satisfaction and create a more positive perioperative environment.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Integrative Medicine
  • Surgical Care

Background:

  • Perioperative nurses aim to optimize the surgical environment and patient experience.
  • Blending traditional medicine with complementary therapies is explored as a strategy.
  • Enhancing patient satisfaction is a key objective in surgical care.

Observation:

  • A literature review covers traditional and complementary interventions in healthcare.
  • A case study details the integration of these therapies in a surgical setting.
  • The facility sought to improve patient satisfaction and the overall surgical experience.

Findings:

  • Traditional and complementary interventions have demonstrated success in various healthcare settings.
  • Integrating these therapies can contribute to a positive surgical experience.
  • The case study illustrates a practical application of this integrated approach.

Implications:

  • This integrated model offers a pathway to enhance patient satisfaction in surgical settings.
  • Complementary therapies can be effectively incorporated into perioperative nursing care.
  • Further research can explore the broader impact of integrative medicine on surgical outcomes.

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