Holistic Nursing PracticePub Date : 2025-09-01Epub Date: 2025-08-13DOI: 10.1097/HNP.0000000000000692
Esma Özmaya, Sevda Uzun
{"title":"Patients' Experiences With Complementary and Alternative Treatments to Manage Chemotherapy Symptoms: A Phenomenological Study.","authors":"Esma Özmaya, Sevda Uzun","doi":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000692","DOIUrl":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000692","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This phenomenological study aims to explore the experiences of individuals undergoing chemotherapy, focusing on their symptoms and the use of complementary and alternative treatments to cope with these challenges. Thirteen individuals diagnosed with cancer in a city in the central region of Turkey were interviewed using a semi-structured, in-depth approach in this phenomenological study. The criterion sampling method was employed to select participants, and interviews continued until data saturation was achieved. Thematic analysis was applied to the audio-recorded and transcribed interviews. The study adhered to the COREQ checklist for reporting qualitative research. The data analysis revealed 2 main categories (effects of cancer and chemotherapy on individuals, the use of complementary and alternative treatments to cope with the symptoms of patients receiving chemotherapy) and 6 themes (psychological effects, social impacts, physical effects, social practices, psychological practices, and physical practices). The study demonstrated that individuals faced significant psychological, physical, and social challenges due to cancer, posing difficulties in coping. The symptoms had a substantial negative impact on individuals. The research identified the use of various alternative methods, such as yoga, the Mediterranean diet, and music therapy, as coping strategies. It is recommended that individuals undergoing chemotherapy explore complementary and alternative treatment methods to effectively manage symptoms.</p>","PeriodicalId":13081,"journal":{"name":"Holistic Nursing Practice","volume":" ","pages":"273-282"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142894139","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Holistic Nursing PracticePub Date : 2025-09-01Epub Date: 2025-08-13DOI: 10.1097/HNP.0000000000000756
Elizabeth M Blunt
{"title":"The New ICN Definition of Nursing.","authors":"Elizabeth M Blunt","doi":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000756","DOIUrl":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000756","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":13081,"journal":{"name":"Holistic Nursing Practice","volume":" ","pages":"255-256"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144821338","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Holistic Nursing PracticePub Date : 2025-09-01Epub Date: 2025-08-13DOI: 10.1097/HNP.0000000000000713
Demet Güneş, Elanur Yılmaz Karabulutlu
{"title":"The Effects of Su Jok Therapy on Pain, Fatigue, Insomnia, Nausea, and Vomiting Experienced by Patients With Gastrointestinal System Cancer: A Randomized Trial.","authors":"Demet Güneş, Elanur Yılmaz Karabulutlu","doi":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000713","DOIUrl":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000713","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Su Jok therapy is used as an energy-based complementary and alternative method in cancer patients. The study was conducted to determine the effects of Su Jok therapy on pain, fatigue, insomnia, nausea, and vomiting experienced by patients with gastrointestinal cancer. This randomized controlled trial was conducted with 48 patients. Data were collected by the researcher by using an introductory information form, the short form McGill pain questionnaire, the cancer fatigue scale, the insomnia severity index, the Rhodes index of nausea, vomiting, and retching, and the visual analog scale. It was found that, after the application of Su Jok seed treatment, there was a significant decrease in the mean scores of the intervention group on the McGill pain scale, the cancer fatigue scale, the insomnia severity index, and the Rhodes index of nausea, vomiting, Su Jok therapy was effective in reducing the pain, fatigue, insomnia, nausea, and vomiting scores of patients with gastrointestinal cancer.</p>","PeriodicalId":13081,"journal":{"name":"Holistic Nursing Practice","volume":" ","pages":"283-294"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142789459","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Call to Serve: Storying the Art of Theory Based Nursing Practice.","authors":"Mary Jane Smith","doi":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000761","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/HNP.0000000000000761","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This paper showcases exhibits of the art of nursing through storying the call to serve that is grounded in nursing knowledge. Storying, a dimension of story theory, is defined as dialoging a meaningful unbounded happening in the integral nurse person relationship The exhibits represent storying the art of nursing with advanced practice and operating room practice. In the storying descriptions, the call to be truly present and serve one who was distressed, and suffering was lived with intentional dialogue about what mattered most to the person. The exhibits represent nursing wisdom about attending to the call to serve and may be inspiring and enlightening to others. Implications based on the exhibits for holistic nursing practice and education are offered.</p>","PeriodicalId":13081,"journal":{"name":"Holistic Nursing Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-08-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144952096","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Guilt as a Structural Symptom: Ethical Challenges in Contemporary Nursing Care.","authors":"Jesús Tomás Monge Moreno","doi":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000757","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/HNP.0000000000000757","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Guilt in nursing is not just an individual emotion but an ethical experience rooted in the tension between care values and the conditions that constrain their practice. This systematic literature review analyzes guilt as a multidimensional phenomenon shaped by institutional, relational, and subjective factors. Eight key categories emerged: moral distress, institutional constraints, emotional and physical effects, end-of-life care, ethical conflicts with families, spirituality, informed consent, and coping strategies. The review reveals that guilt often stems not from personal error but from ethical dissonance between nurses' values and clinical realities. Hierarchies, rigid protocols, bureaucratic procedures, and lack of resources undermine nurses' moral agency and reinforce a logic of ethical isolation. This individualization of guilt obscures systemic responsibility and frames moral distress as personal failure. The findings call for a political reconceptualization of care, moving beyond resilience to foster shared ethical responsibility within teams. Recognizing guilt as a systemic indicator of ethical dysfunction is vital to rehumanize nursing, strengthen ethical subjectivity, and create more just and transformative care environments. Addressing guilt in this way empowers nurses not only to resist moral suffering but to reshape the structural conditions that perpetuate it.</p>","PeriodicalId":13081,"journal":{"name":"Holistic Nursing Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-08-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144821337","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Abilio Torres Dos Santos Neto, Michell Ângelo Marques Araújo, Ana Fátima Carvalho Fernandes, Erilaine de Freitas Corpes, Manuela de Mendonça Figueirêdo Coelho
{"title":"The Concept of Energy in Martha Rogers' Humanistic Theory: A Theoretical Reflection.","authors":"Abilio Torres Dos Santos Neto, Michell Ângelo Marques Araújo, Ana Fátima Carvalho Fernandes, Erilaine de Freitas Corpes, Manuela de Mendonça Figueirêdo Coelho","doi":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000716","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/HNP.0000000000000716","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The aim of this essay is to reflect on the concept of human energy in light of Martha Rogers' Humanistic Theory. Rogers presents a humanistic and holistic view of nursing, describing the human being as a synergistic unit in constant interaction with the environment. Her principles, such as integrality, resonance, and helicy, emphasize the continuous dynamics between the human and environmental fields. Human and environmental energy fields are open and fluid systems in continual interaction and influencing energy balance. The transition from the nursing diagnosis \"Disturbed energy field\" to \"Imbalanced energy field\" marks an advancement in the understanding of energy practices. Recent evidence supports the effectiveness of Integrative and Complementary Health Practices (ICHP), such as reiki and therapeutic touch, in restoring energy balance. Rogers' holistic approach is essential for modern nursing, promoting the integration and well-being of the human being in a broad manner.</p>","PeriodicalId":13081,"journal":{"name":"Holistic Nursing Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144674570","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Women's Use of Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine During Infertility Treatment.","authors":"Emine Koç, Şebnem Rüzgar, Zeliha Koç, Sümeyye Bal","doi":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000752","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/HNP.0000000000000752","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The number of individuals benefiting from traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine (TCIM) is increasing daily across the world. This descriptive study was conducted in order to determine the use of TCIM in 301 women who attended the in vitro fertilization center and obstetrics clinic of a university hospital for infertility treatment between July 4, 2021, and October 1, 2022. The data were collected using an Introductory Information Form, and a TCIM checklist. In the data analysis, count and percentages were used for descriptive data, mean-standard deviation and its test for continuous variables, and the chi-squared and Fisher's exact test for categorical variables. It was determined that the women had the most awareness about the use of vitamins and minerals (88.7%), prayer (76.1%), herbal treatments (73.4%), imagery (69.8%), and diet (68.4%). The types of TCIM they used most were vitamins and minerals (81.4%), prayer (66.4%), imagery (62.8%), and probiotics (50.5%). It was also determined that they were most satisfied with exercise (80.5%), Reiki (80%), and relaxation techniques (78.6%). The study found that approximately half of the women used TCIM during their infertility treatment. It is extremely important for health care personnel to be knowledgeable about TCIM methods, to question the use of TCIM in women during infertility treatment without prejudice, and to inform these women about the benefits and possible risks of TCIM use.</p>","PeriodicalId":13081,"journal":{"name":"Holistic Nursing Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144649376","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Taichi Lifestyle: The Harmony of Environment, Daily Activity, and Health.","authors":"Feng Wang","doi":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000742","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/HNP.0000000000000742","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The rapid pace of urbanization and growing environmental challenges have led to increased stress levels, sedentary behaviors, and deteriorating mental and physical health. In response to these pressing issues, this study introduces the concept of the Taichi Lifestyle, a holistic framework designed to harmonize the body, mind, and environment. Grounded in the principles of dynamic balance, Yin-Yang harmony, and a mindful connection with nature, the Taichi Lifestyle offers a countermeasure to the negative impacts of modern living. This article explores the theoretical structure, core principles, and potential health benefits of the Taichi Lifestyle, emphasizing its integration of dietary balance, physical activity, social engagement, and environmental awareness. The Taichi Lifestyle not only enhances individual health outcomes but also encourages a sustainable and mindful relationship with the environment. These findings suggest that adopting the Taichi Lifestyle may serve as an effective intervention for addressing contemporary health and environmental challenges.</p>","PeriodicalId":13081,"journal":{"name":"Holistic Nursing Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144636935","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"14-Day Aromatherapy Massage for Cervicogenic Headaches: A Randomized Controlled Trial.","authors":"Shu-Cheng Lin, Ho-Cheng Chen, Kuo-Wei Lee, Chandra Yeh, Yueh-Yuan Chang","doi":"10.1097/HNP.0000000000000712","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/HNP.0000000000000712","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Headaches are a common symptom. However, procedures for the use of aromatherapy and its effects on patients with cervicogenic headaches (CGHs) have yet to be determined. This study investigated the effects of a 14-day aromatherapy intervention on pain, life function, and neck flexion endurance in patients with CGHs. This pretest-posttest randomized controlled trial involved 24 patients with physician-diagnosed CGHs and used matching, single-blinding, and independent samples. Participants were divided into aromatherapy massage (AM) and placebo massage groups, with aromatherapy involving 15-min inhalations of essential oil/placebo and 5-min applications to cervical muscles daily for 14 days. Assessments included the Brief Pain Inventory-Short Form and neck flexion endurance tests. The AM group showed significant improvement in pain relief and life function scores but no notable increase in cervical muscle endurance. Fourteen days of aromatherapy effectively relieved pain and improved life functions.</p>","PeriodicalId":13081,"journal":{"name":"Holistic Nursing Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144626068","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}