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BNS 215: Traditional & Complementary Therapies

An introduction to traditional healing practices and complementary therapies (CAM), their cultural context, and the role of the nurse in patient education and advocacy.

Course Content

Explore the detailed topics covered in Traditional and Complementary Therapies.

Introduction to Traditional and Complementary Therapies

Influence of Traditional HealingNotes coming soon Concept of Complementary Medicine (CAM)Notes coming soon

Methods of Traditional & Complementary Therapy

AcupunctureNotes coming soon Religious HealingNotes coming soon HerbalismNotes coming soon MassageNotes coming soon AromatherapyNotes coming soon Relaxation TherapyNotes coming soon HypnotismNotes coming soon

Cultural Context and Regional Practices

Linking Culture, Society & MedicineNotes coming soon Practices in the Great Lakes RegionNotes coming soon

Integration and Nursing Considerations

Integration with Conventional MedicineNotes coming soon Safety and Efficacy of CAMNotes coming soon Nurse's Role in Patient EducationNotes coming soon Ethical and Legal AspectsNotes coming soon

Key References

A selection of key texts and resources cited for this subject area.

  1. Cherry, B & Jacob, SR (2008) Contemporary Nursing: Trends, and Management: Mosby
  2. Aiken, TD, (2004) Legal, Ethical, and Political Issues in Nursing: FA Davis Company
  3. Snyder, M., & Lindquist, R. (Eds.). (2013). Complementary & alternative therapies in nursing. Springer Publishing Company.
  4. Rakel, D. (Ed.). (2017). Integrative medicine E-Book. Elsevier Health Sciences.
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