Abstract:
“Imagery is an essential aspect of holistic nursing practice because it brings the nature power of the mind into the process of health and healing”. (Dossey & Keegan, p. 364). Imagery can act as a technique to interact with the image making function in the brain which in turn acts on the entire physiology of the body, promoting wellbeing. Guide imagery becomes a common practice in holistic nursing along with western practice to improve care, health of individuals. A vast range of study has been well documented in the treatment of a wide variety of condition not limited to: cancer, migraines, hypertension, asthma and pain as one of the major issue of those seeking medical help.
The introduction of Eastern practices in today’s nursing …show more content…
First, the nurse centers oneself and intends a healing and positive experience. Next, the patient/client is placed in a comfortable position, depends on patient condition or need at the moment. The patient/client is advised to close their eyes and focus on simple breathing techniques. There are many scripts available that facilitate the induction of relaxation while continuing on to the connecting energy of the imagery (Schaub, et al., …show more content…
Guided imagery is definitely a therapeutic holistic modality that can be practiced to maintain well-being in our today’s society. GI can be self-administered, which means, nurses can use guided imagery to improve self-care and the stress level of the job environment. In guided imagery, the body responds physiologically to the image in the mind as if it were reality ( Naparstek, 1994 ). Although visual images are most often invoked, Achterberg, Dossey, and Kolkmeier (1994 ) recommended that guided imagery should include all of the senses and accommodate individual preferences because a significant number of individuals are unable to successfully visualize images. Guided imagery can be delivered to participants cost-effectively through the use of professionally produced audio recordings that include directions for use. The sessions can be delivered one-to-one or in groups. The recorded scripts facilitate participants' ability to practice the technique at their choice of location and time. With practice, participants can often learn to evoke positive
“Imagery is an essential aspect of holistic nursing practice because it brings the nature power of the mind into the process of health and healing”. (Dossey & Keegan, p. 364). Imagery can act as a technique to interact with the image making function in the brain which in turn acts on the entire physiology of the body, promoting wellbeing. Guide imagery becomes a common practice in holistic nursing along with western practice to improve care, health of individuals. A vast range of study has been well documented in the treatment of a wide variety of condition not limited to: cancer, migraines, hypertension, asthma and pain as one of the major issue of those seeking medical help.
The introduction of Eastern practices in today’s nursing …show more content…
First, the nurse centers oneself and intends a healing and positive experience. Next, the patient/client is placed in a comfortable position, depends on patient condition or need at the moment. The patient/client is advised to close their eyes and focus on simple breathing techniques. There are many scripts available that facilitate the induction of relaxation while continuing on to the connecting energy of the imagery (Schaub, et al., …show more content…
Guided imagery is definitely a therapeutic holistic modality that can be practiced to maintain well-being in our today’s society. GI can be self-administered, which means, nurses can use guided imagery to improve self-care and the stress level of the job environment. In guided imagery, the body responds physiologically to the image in the mind as if it were reality ( Naparstek, 1994 ). Although visual images are most often invoked, Achterberg, Dossey, and Kolkmeier (1994 ) recommended that guided imagery should include all of the senses and accommodate individual preferences because a significant number of individuals are unable to successfully visualize images. Guided imagery can be delivered to participants cost-effectively through the use of professionally produced audio recordings that include directions for use. The sessions can be delivered one-to-one or in groups. The recorded scripts facilitate participants' ability to practice the technique at their choice of location and time. With practice, participants can often learn to evoke positive