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Complementary therapies and their role in nursing care
1Royal London Homoeopathic Hospital NHS Trust, London.
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|March 5, 1997
Summary
This article explores complementary therapies for nurses, detailing their benefits for patient care and professional development. It enhances understanding of holistic health approaches.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Complementary Therapies
- Holistic Health
Background:
- Nurses require updated knowledge on diverse patient care modalities.
- Complementary therapies offer potential benefits for patient well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To expand nurses' understanding of available complementary therapies.
- To elucidate the benefits of these therapies for patients.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on complementary therapies.
- Analysis of their application in patient care settings.
Main Results:
- Identified a range of complementary therapies.
- Documented their positive impact on patient outcomes and care enhancement.
Conclusions:
- Increased nurse knowledge of complementary therapies can improve patient support.
- These therapies align with professional development goals in care enhancement.