How mindfulness can benefit nursing practice

Mindfulness can positively affect how nurses feel and cope with the pressures of their work, thereby resulting in better self-care and improved patient outcomes


Abstract
Mindfulness is becoming more widely recognised and increasing thought is devoted to how it, along with compassion, can benefit health professionals. This article explores the concepts of mindfulness and compassion and the positive effect they may have on staff and patients. It outlines how nurses can practise these activities, and presents a case study highlighting the benefits that have been reported.

Citation: Brass E (2016) How mindfulness can benefit nursing practice. Nursing Times; 112: 18, 21-23.

Author: Elaine Brass is PR manager, Breathworks CIC.
This article has been double-blind peer reviewed
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