Complementary/Alternative Therapies in Nursing
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| Rating | : | 4.12 (543 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0826114474 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 440 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-09-14 |
| Language | : | English |
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It is a must have book particularly for novices beginning their journey into CAM use and practice in nursing." (4 Stars)--Doody's Book Review ServiceAs the consumer demand for and use of complementary therapies continues to increase, it is critical to have knowledge about complementary therapies for professional nursing practice: to provide your patients with information about therapies, to be informed about research and practice guidelines related to complementary therapies, to alert your patients to possible contraindications with traditional medicines, and to incorporate some of these therapies into your own self-care.Now in its fifth edition, Complementary/Alternative Therapies in Nursing continues to provide the scientific basis for the use of therapies with an emphasis on evidence-based practice. A new chapter dedicated solely to research has been added to this edition, and the studies related to each therapy continue to
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Her recent research focuses on cardiovascular patient response to the use of therapies in the context of hospitalization with acute cardiac conditions, and the use of complementary therapies, exercise, and cardiac support groups to reduce stress and improve quality of life of women with heart disease.. Mariah Snyder PhD, RN, is Professor Emeritus at the University of Minnesot
This is evident in the quality of the discussions and ensures that the nuances of each therapy are presented. "An excellent resource and a meticulous review of numerous therapiesThe editors have wisely arranged for nurse experts to write detailed and thorough analyses of their areas of expertise. It builds upon and extends previous editions with the essential philosophical knowledge, self as healer, and current evidence-based practices. It is crucial that nurses continue to become more informed about complementary and alternative therapies so they may safely and appropriately become integrated into current nursing practice, education, and research."--Barbara Dossey, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Director, Holistic Nursing Consultants, Santa Fe, New Mexico"This is an important book not just for nurses, but fo