title: Evaluation of "Steps to Surgical Success" (STEPS): a holistic perioperative medicine program to manage pain and anxiety related to surgery.
abstract: This empirical study found that a holistic perioperative program significantly reduced patient pain and anxiety about surgery. Modalities included guided imagery, eye pillow, aromatherapy, and a written personal healing plan. Nurses are in a prime position to deliver these interventions, given their frequent direct contact with patients.
authors.affiliation: Fort Lewis College (Dr Sears and Ms Bell), and Mercy Regional Medical Center (Ms Bolton), Durango, Colorado.
authors.forename: Sharon R
authors.initials: SR
authors.lastname: Sears
authors.forename: Suzanne
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Bolton
authors.forename: Kristina L
authors.initials: KL
authors.lastname: Bell
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001007:Anxiety / Q000628:therapy*; D005260:Female; D006694:Holistic Health; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D059408:Pain Management / Q000379:methods*; D017060:Patient Satisfaction / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D011184:Postoperative Period; D057234:Preoperative Period; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative / Q000523:psychology*