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Investigation into Deep Breathing through Measurement of Ventilatory Parameters and Observation of Breathing Patterns
Published on: September 16, 2019
Rhythmic breathing as a nursing intervention
1Department of Nursing and Allied Professions, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Clearfield, FL, USA. jkitko@atlanticbbn.net
Abstract:
This article was created to assist the nurse to better understand the nonpharmacologic benefits of pranayama or rhythmic breathing as a nursing intervention. Rhythmic breathing as a nursing intervention is integral to the art of nursing practice and can facilitate comfort and healing in the hospitalized patient. The method of practice is described. Rhythmic breathing may serve as a beneficial adjuvant nursing intervention. An example of rhythmic breathing is included for nurses to incorporate rhythmic breathing into their own practice to care for the patient in pain.
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