Integrative therapies in hospice and home health: introduction and adoption.
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Integrative therapies comprise a variety of nonpharmacologic methods that provide pain and symptom management. These therapies are increasingly gaining acceptance in the healthcare community as complementary to traditional treatments for pain. This article details the introduction, scope, and challenges healthcare organizations face when incorporating integrative therapies into their care plans.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Home healthcare nurse
دوره 27 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2009