Journal of clinical nursing
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
Therapeutic effects of an indoor gardening programme for older people living in nursing homes.
To explore the activities of daily living and psychological well-being of older people living in nursing homes and also to examine the effectiveness of a gardening programme in enhancing socilaisation and life satisfaction, reducing loneliness and promoting activities of daily living for older people living in nursing homes. ⋯ Given the positive effects of gardening activities, it is suggested that they be promoted more widely among nursing home residents.
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In recent years, the nursing profession used technology and pharmacology to relieve conditions such as pain, anxiety and insomnia that were once treated with massage. However, interest in massage has grown with the move to more holistic nursing. This review examines the physiological and psychological effects of slow-stroke back massage and hand massage on relaxation in older people and identifies effective protocols for massage in older people. ⋯ Studies are needed to analyse the feasibility and cost effectiveness of massage to develop best practices for massage interventions in older people.
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Controlled Clinical Trial
Effects of relaxation training on sleep quality and fatigue in patients with breast cancer undergoing adjuvant chemotherapy.
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of progressive muscle relaxation training on sleep quality and fatigue in Turkish women with breast cancer undergoing adjuvant chemotherapy. ⋯ Progressive muscle relaxation training given by a nurse can improve sleep quality and fatigue in patients with breast cancer. It is important to start relaxation training just before chemotherapy to decrease the frequency and severity of sleep problems and symptoms such as fatigue during chemotherapy.
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Clinical Trial
Pivotal moments and changes in the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music for patients with depression.
To explore pivotal moments and changes during the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music from the perspective of patients with depression. ⋯ Patients with depression particularly need comfort and caring. It is important that nurses offer interventions as adjuvants to medication. This study supports the feasibility of incorporating the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music into the nursing management of patients with depression. Future studies are suggested to examine the interactive process of music stimulus and the multidimensional nature of imagery.