...Aromatherapy massage is the type of therapeutic massage that uses essential oils as medium instead of light oil or lotion on the skin of the patient. These scented oils have various healing properties that when used adds up in boosting the healing recovery of the patient. They also affect the emotional status of the patient and are commonly used to maneuver the mood for a healthy emotional condition. The different types of essential oils are needed in calming, energizing, uplifting and decongesting the body and emotion of the patient. These scented oils were used by the ancient people as their primary healing method for a long time. Today, we use them not only as medicines but also as natural sedatives which help a lot especially after a stress out week from work. Aside from being a medium for a massage therapy,...
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..."NATURAL PRESERVATIVES" Anthony C. Dweck Research Director, Peter Black Medicare Ltd., White Horse Business Park, Aintree Avenue, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, UK. BA14 0XB SUMMARY This paper looks at the theoretical development of a natural preservative system using the author's data base on medicinal plants as a source of references. The legal aspects of this concept are considered. The traditional methods of preservation, many taken from the food industry are summarised. The use of alcohol, glycerine, sugar, salt, dessication, anhydrous systems and temperature are amongst examples considered. The definitions of the many words used to describe the act of preservation are considered, and the confusion that results from the presence of the many synonyms is considered. e.g. antimicrobial, antibiotic, antiseptic, bactericidal, etc. Specific organisms are identified as being of particular interest, especially those standard organisms that form part of the B.P. challenge test. These include Candida albicans, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Aspergillus niger and Staphylococcus aureus. A cross-section of plants mentioned in the literature as being specifically targeted at these organisms are considered. The paper concludes with Appendices of plant materials that have mention in the literature according to specific definitions, which may give researchers a potential introduction to future research. KEY WORDS Natural preservation, traditional preservation, challenge test organisms...
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...Mount Carmel Academy 90-97 Project, Quezon City February 24, 2014 Dear Parents: In the line with celebration of “Family week” we cordially inviting you to attend the program we have prepared for you and your family. We are highlighting the program with a mass to be officiated by Rev. Martin O. Noriendo, Parish Priest of Bunlo, Bocaue, Bulacan. Father Noriendo is involve in manpower and youth development from the past few years. After the mass, he will be meeting parents and spend time to answer their questions regarding the behavior of their children. We will appreciate it if you can attend this gathering which we have prepared especially for you and your family. Below is an article which we have taken from the September issue of the Philippines Panorama written by Benny Luzentales and Christina Villanueva which we think might be very helpful in bringing up your children. Kindly bring this letter with you when you attend the meeting because this will be discussed by some experts in family planning and children behavior. HOW TO PRODUCE SUPPER BRIGHT KIDS 1. Let your child know and feel you are interested in him. The parent’s attitude towards his child’s work in school, his willingness to help, his interest and his enthusiasmplay a vital role in the child’s success. 2. An important key is books. It is a great aspiration for the child to live in a home where locks are held esteem to where he sees books being bought...
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...Pain is necessary and important. In fact, it is an inborn drive, vital to our very existence (Hebb). Pain prompts us to change something, for instance, to move our hand off of a hot stove. It, therefore, prevents us from causing damage or even death to ourselves. It motivates us to protect an injured area, and the abatement of that pain lets us know when it is safe to use that area of our body again (Doctor's Surgery Center). While pain is a crucial sensation, required for our survival, it’s no secret that in our day to day lives we want to avoid it at all cost. Pain doesn’t feel good. Therefore, if we can avoid it, we will. This desire to avoid pain makes pain control a very big business. Google the word “pain” and you will get a return of about 215 million websites. These websites offer a vast array of pain management options, including a variety of medications, surgeries, medical therapies, complementary therapies, alternative therapies, emotional therapies, products, tools, and more. Notice the next time you watch television or listen to the radio how many advertisements there are for these products. To get some idea of how much money is spent annually on pain control we will look at just a few of these pain management options. Acetaminophen is the pain relieving ingredient found in Tylenol as well as a few other prescription and over-the-counter medications. The sales of this drug in 2009 were 2.6 billion dollars (Aubuchon). More than 400,000 carpal tunnel surgeries are...
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...paradigm of healing hospitals. This concept is based on research evidence that suggests that the environment of care has significant implications on patient outcomes. Creation of a healing environment thus represents a concerted effort to comprehensively address all the factors that contribute to the disease process (Giemer-Flanders, 2009). Healing physical environments comprise of the following components: healing physical environments, a culture of loving care, integration of technology into work design, and blended medicine. Healing hospitals, unlike traditional hospitals, concerned for the person as a whole. Caring for the whole person consists of attending to the persons mind, body, spirit, and the environment. Blended medicine, the first component of a healing hospital, refers to the use of both conventional medicine and complementary and alternative therapies. Conventional medicine is an evidence-based meaning that its clinical utility and effectiveness in the treatment of a given disease has been validated through high-quality clinical trials. Alternatively, the treatments may have been shown to be more effective in the treatment of a certain disease or they may have withstood the test of time. Complementary and alternative medicine, on the other hand, employs techniques that are often not validated through large clinical trials such as acupuncture, aromatherapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, music therapy, reflexology, aromatherapy, guided imagery, and pet therapy. Blended medicine...
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...Eucalyptus globulus Labill Eucalyptus globulus Labill, is a species also known as the Tasmanian Blue Gum grows mainly along the east coast of Tasmania. The specific epithet globulus is Latin for globe-like or spherical, which refers to the shape of the fruit it bears. Bluegum Eucalyptus is part of the Myrtaceae family. Bluegum trees are also native to many parts of Australia, and various sub-tropic climate regions. This species of Eucalyptus is a medium-sized tree, that grows 15-20 meters tall. Occasionally the tree can reach heights of up to 70 meters. It’s root system grows deep and spreads out far in range for sturdy attachment. The bark of the tree is rough and persistent, but peels to reveal long thin strips of smooth grey, green, or yellow trunk. The tree’s juvenile leaves are waxy and blue-green in color. When the leaves start to mature they become sickle-shaped, dark green, glossy, and develop many oil glands. Eucalyptus globulus is a flowering tree, which flowers from September to December, but seeds will remain on trees until mid summer. The flowers are white or cream, and produce massive amounts of nectar which is pollinated by nearby birds, mammals, and insects. Bluegum trees’ habitat is a tall, open forest with a wide range of soils. The bluegum eucalyptus tree was first described in 1799 by a French Botanist named Labillardiere, who was collecting specimens on the coast of Tasmania. Labillardiere noted that most forms of eucalypt can adapt to many different...
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...Running head: REIKI AS A COMPLIMENTARY THERAPY 1 Reiki as a Complimentary Therapy Ruth Ann O'Ski State College of Florida Author Note This paper was prepared for Nursing Process I, taught by Professor McManigle and Professor Oakley-Hankins. Abstract Reiki is Japanese alternative healing therapy that originated in ancient Tibet (Anderson, 2001). Nurses use Reiki with patients in nursing interventions for relaxation, stress reduction, symptom relief, and in efforts to improve overall health and well-being. During a typical Reiki therapy session, the patient lies down or sits, fully clothed, then the practitioner's prone hands are placed lightly on or just above the patient's body, using a series of different hand positions. Scientific research is under way to learn more about Reiki’s therapeutic values. Keywords: Reiki, complimentary and alternative medicine, CAM Reiki as a Complimentary Therapy Reiki is a holistic Japanese alternative healing therapy that originated in ancient Tibet (Anderson, 2001). In the United States, as well as many other parts of the world Reiki is accepted as part of complimentary and alternative medicine (CAM). What makes Reiki unique is that it incorporates elements of many other alternative healing practices such as spiritual healing, auras, chakra balancing, meditation, aromatherapy, crystals, naturopathy, and homeopathy. Reiki practitioners place their hands lightly on or hover above the patient with the intent to transmit ki...
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...technology travelling at lightning speed, in just twenty-five years we’ve evolved from the days when a computer system took up an entire floor of an office building, to the evolution of the “smart” series – the iPad, iPhone, storing information in a “cloud,” etc. These new devices have made accessing technology all the more real, and instantaneous. While this may be a challenge for some, it’s heaven sent blessings for others. We’ve evolved from the pony express delivery system, to the instant messaging system. We’ve gone from landline home phone service, to utilizing wireless phone service. Without a doubt those who are hesitant to get on board, will be left behind. Technology has finally wormed its way into our healthcare system. The age of paper documentation, is rapidly dwindling, this is quite evident in large healthcare systems. Because of the expedient nature of accessing information, many companies, are now utilizing the internet as a means to tout their companies’ product and what they have to offer. Without a doubt healthcare is steadily becoming a full fledge business. As such, healthcare providers are now surging to the forefront, in an attempt to enable consumers become better advocates for themselves. Provider websites are now more user friendly. It’s to a company’s advantage to have a website that its consumer can navigate without having to second guess what’s being offered. Providing online support twenty-four hours a day is equally important. Because of technology and...
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...I at one time, contemplated this very same question. I chose to take the quicker route and I regret it to this day. At that time, I did not realize that there was so much of a difference in a BSN prepared nurse and an ADN prepared nurse. I was young and naïve and did not think about the future of my career. There are 3 different ways to become a registered nurse: a three year diploma program, a three year associate degree, and a four year baccalaureate degree. All three of these programs each prepare the RN at different levels. Nurses attain different competencies in each program. This paper will focus on the associate degree prepared nurse versus the baccalaureate degree prepared nurse. Baccalaureate nursing programs cover all of the content taught in an associate degree program with the addition of “a more in depth treatment of the physical and social sciences, nursing research, public and community health, nursing management, and the humanities. The additional course work enhances the student’s professional development, prepares the nurse for a broader scope of practice, and provides the nurse with a better understanding of the cultural, political, economic and social issues that affect patients and influence healthcare delivery” (Rosseter, 2014, p1). BSN programs focus on evidence-based clinical practice and leadership. Whereas, students in an ADN program focus on learning the technical skills of nursing needed to provide direct care to patients. The baccalaureate...
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...that would bring clarity to and direct the nursing profession on their parts and conversions that nursing is going to face. In this essay the IOM report that was completed by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) on the future of nursing will be explored. There will be discussion of the four nursing initiatives as well as the influence that the IOM report has on the nursing workforce in the near feature. The Future of Nursing Campaign for Action and rationale of state based action coalitions will be discussed as well as their intentions. IOM Report Summary The IOM and the RWJF instigated a study that would define the ideal approach in which nurses would be able to make positive impression on the health of the over-all public. This research began in 2008 and lasted two years; while compiling the necessary statistics to complete the report that was then released in 2010. The IOM report on the future of nursing shown emphasizes on four key components. McNeal stated in the IOM report that the first component that is important to the future of nursing is that nurses should practice to the full extent of their education and training (2012). The second component that McNeal believed to be important is that all nurses should attain higher levels of education and training through an enhanced educational system that encourages continuous academic progression (2012). The third component on McNeal’s list was that nurses...
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...amboinicus Loureiro (oregano) as attractant of the parasitoid, Trichogramma japonicum Ashmead. This project aimed to test the effect of oregano extract on the orientation and stimulation activity of the parasitoid, Trichogramma japonicum. Specifically, it aimed to determine which concentration of the extract (5 mL extract to 500 mL distilled water, 10:500, 15:500 or pure oregano extract) is the most efficient attractant of the parasitoid. The effect of the Coleus amboinicus extract on the attraction response of the parasitoid was determined by the amount of time the Trichogramma japonicum spent inside the treated filter paper during the petri dish bioassay, while its effect on the parasitization of the parasitoid was determined through the number of Corcyra eggs parasitized by the Trichogramma japonicum in a vial still containing treated filter paper. The study showed that Treatment 3 (15:500) was the most attractive concentration for the parasitoid, and Treatment 5 (control) as the least attractive. Treatment 3 also yielded the most significant effect on the parasitization of the Trichogramma japonicum. Thus, the researchers conclude that Coleus amboinicus extract,...
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...EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE and ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE Introduction As defined in 2012 by the American Nurses Association, “nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, communities, and populations. “To deliver the best optimal treatment when performing their duties, nurses are taught to follow evidence-based practices (EBP). Following EBP when dealing with clients especially those affected by Alzheimer’s disease facilitates the nurse in performing his/her main responsibilities that include maintaining health promotion, risk reduction and disease management. Maintaining health promotion From Florence Nightingale era in the 19th century to today’s world, nursing has become a new field where it is just not described “as the action of putting the patient in the best condition for nature to act “(“Healing Environment,”2011). Nursing turned to an immense expertise where maintaining health promotion is a master key. Health promotion favors the enhancement of health and the setting up of plan for a healthy lifestyle and well-being (Potter and Perry, 2011). Examples of health promotion consist of encouraging immunizations and regular checkups. Risk reduction Many complications can be avoided by promoting risk...
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...Fall, 2014 Florence Nightingale’s Nursing Theory Nursing theory serves to distinguish the nursing profession from other professions by delineating shared assumptions; values; and defining the nature, outcome, and purpose of nursing practice (Rutty, 1998). Nursing theory is a concept that provides a description, explanation, prediction, or prescription for various aspects of nursing care. (Meleis, 2011, as cited in Perry, 2013). Nursing theory is integrated and applied to real life situations as opposed to merely remaining a theory. Perry (2013) explains that miscellaneous information is not collected for arbitrary reasons, but instead to incorporate into saving lives and improving the patient’s treatment plan. The purpose of this paper is to identify Florence Nightingale’s specific contributions to nursing theory, to evaluate the current significance of this theory, and to examine how this theory applies to professional nursing. Dossey (2010a) identifies Nightingale as the first to develop a widely known nursing theory and as the founder of contemporary nursing. Her accomplishments are numerous, including creating at least 1000 training schools located in 20 different countries and having them named in her honor (Dossey, 2010a). Perry (2013) identifies Nightingale’s main goal of nursing to be the manipulation of the patient’s environment in order to facilitate effective repair and restoration of the body. Nightingale’s 1860 theory provides an initial basis for nursing...
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...in their own words is: “Bringing the best to everyone we touch” through a great business that is committed to uncompromised ethics and integrity. The company is always striving to give its stakeholders the maximum value for their money by continuous improvement and growth in all sectors of the company. The company is primarily managed by the Lauder family members as both the CEO and Chairman of the board are Lauders. It is unclear of the organizational structure of the company, the executive officers include: • John Demsey, Group President • Amy DiGeso, Executive Vice President, Global Human Resources • Fabrizio Freda, President and Chief Executive Officer • Harvey Gedeon, Executive Vice President, Global Research, Development and Product Innovation • Richard W. Kunes, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer • Evelyn H. Lauder, Senior...
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...Effects of Mind-Body Interventions on Sleep Quality: A Systematic Review Rachel Neuendorf,1 Helané Wahbeh,1,2 Irina Chamine,2 Jun Yu,2 Kimberly Hutchison,2 and Barry S. Oken2 1 Helfgott Research Institute, National College of Natural Medicine, 049 SW Porter Street, Portland, OR 97201, USA Oregon Health and Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, CR-120, Portland, OR 97239, USA 2 Correspondence should be addressed to Rachel Neuendorf; neuendorf@gmail.com Received 28 February 2015; Accepted 25 May 2015 Academic Editor: Lise Hestbaek Copyright © 2015 Rachel Neuendorf et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Study Objectives. To evaluate the effect of mind-body interventions (MBI) on sleep. Methods. We reviewed randomized controlled MBI trials on adults (through 2013) with at least one sleep outcome measure. We searched eleven electronic databases and excluded studies on interventions not considering mind-body medicine. Studies were categorized by type of MBI, whether sleep was primary or secondary outcome measure and outcome type. Results. 1323 abstracts were screened, and 112 papers were included. Overall, 67 (60%) of studies reported a beneficial effect on at least one sleep outcome measure. Of the most common interventions, 13/23 studies using meditation, 21/30 using...
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