Preoperative nursing intervention to relieve stress

Journal/Book: Br J Nurs. 1992; 1: 171-2, 174.

Abstract: Stress and anxiety produce physiological and psychological distress which impedes recovery postoperatively. Nurses can facilitate patient independence preoperatively through a combination of sensory stimulation techniques, communication and counselling.

Keyword(s): Music Therapy; Patient Care Planning; Stress, Psychological prevention and control Preoperative Care methods; Stress, Psychological nursing Human

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