Mental and physical equilibrium for better quality of care: experience of the Ravenna CNAi group
Burrai, F.; Suprani, R.
Professioni Infermieristiche 63(2): 119-125
2010
ISSN/ISBN: 0033-0205 PMID: 20943101 Document Number: 639070
The current orientation of health services is a progressive reduction of resources and a constant increase of efficiency and efficacy: this implies a greater demand on health personnel with the risk of stress and demotivation. In this context , well-balanced mental and physical conditions are essential and health workers should be given all the support they need to obtain and maintain such conditions, also to avoid repercussions on patients. For this purpose a satellite group of the CNAI nursing association organized two formative events based on guided imagery and mindfulness , to increase self-awareness, aimed not only at nurses but also rehabilitation and other health care workers. Results were evaluated using a questionnaire and demonstrated better awareness , less psychosomatic stress-related problems , improved quality of life and well-being.