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Use of complementary therapies in nursing homes: Descriptive study
Thora Jenny Gunnarsdottir1, Runar Vilhjalmsson1, Ingibjorg Hjaltadottir2
1Faculty of Nursing, University of Iceland, Iceland.
Introduction:
Complementary therapies may have positive effect on residents in nursing homes. The aim of this research was to investigate what kind of complementary therapies are provided in Icelandic nursing homes and who are the providers. Also whether the nursing homes need assistance to support the use of such therapies.
Method:
A questionnaire was mailed to all the nursing homes in Iceland (N = 59). Total of forty-five nursing homes replied or 76% response rate.
Results:
Registered nurses and licenced practical did most of the planning and provision of complementary therapies. The most common therapies were: heat packs, physical exercise and massage. Managers would like to have more knowledge and support in providing complementary therapies.
Conclusion:
The use of some complementary therapies is common in Icelandic nursing homes. More knowledge is needed to support the use of CT in Icelandic nursing homes.
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