title: Supportive patient care in the guise of a quilt.
abstract: Attention to the physical environment of an oncology center and the therapeutic potential of the environment are concepts to consider in nursing care. Art can enhance the human elements of caring and touch. Colorful quilts, whether hanging on the walls or given to patients, can provide emotional and physical warmth as well as represent a caring environment.
authors: James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, College of Nursing, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA. joanne.lester@osumc.edu
authors: Joanne L
authors: JL
authors: Lester
authors: Amy
authors: A
authors: Rettig
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000451:nursing*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment