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COURSE SYLLABUS: Reflexology for Nurses


Course Title:
Department:
Instructor: 		NUR470 - Reflexology for Nurses
Nursing
Heather Johnstone, Ph.D., R.N., A.P.N., C.S.,N.P. Email | Vita


Goals
  1. The student will be able to describe how reflexology as a modality relates to the scope of nursing practice.
  2. The student will be able to define reflexology,including the subtle anatomy and physiology of reflexology theory base.
  3. The student will be able to perform reflexology competently and confidently.
  4. The student will be able to create a reflexology wellness plan for a client.
Readings

Required reading: module lectures with one link to the body energy maps.

Suggested reading materials: Online Bookstore

Bean,R.(1975). Helping your health with pointed pressure therapy. West Nyack,N.Y.: Parker Publishing Company, Inc. ISBN #: 0133864669

Carter, M. (1981). Hand reflexology:key to perfect health. West Nyack, N.Y.: Parker Publishing Company,Inc. ISBN #: 0133836045

Donahue, M.(1985). Nursing the finest art an illustrated history. St. Louis,Missouri: The C.V. Mosby Company. ISBN #: 0801614244

Gach, M.(1990). Acupressure's potent points a guide to self-care for common ailments. New York:Bantam Books. ISBN #: 0553349708

Henderson, V. & Nite, G. (1978).(6th ed.). Principles and practice of nursing. New York: Macmillan Publishing Co. Inc. ISBN #: 0023535806

Kunz,K. & Kunz,B. (1982). The complete guide to foot reflexology. Englewood Cliffs, N.J.: Prentice-Hall, Inc. ISBN #: 0131605984

Kunz,K. & Kunz,B.(1995). Understanding the science and art of reflexology, Alternative and Complementary Therapies, April/May, 1995, p.183-186.

Morris, W. (ed). (1975). The American heritage dictionary of the English language. Boston: American Heritage Publishing Co. ISBN #: 0395203600

Ramacharaka.(1937). The science of psychic healing. Chicago: The Yogi Publication Society. ISBN #: 0911662073

Teegarden,I.(1978). Acupressure way of health: jin shin do. Japan: Japan Publications, Inc. ISBN #: 0870404210

Wong,P. (1979). Modern Chinese massotherapy. Hong Kong: Medicine and Health Publishing Co.

Syllabus - 4 modules with 4 sets of assignments.

Module 1 - History of massage therapy within the history of nursing

Assignments - Read through module lecture. Visit link on body energy maps (angelfire.com/biz2/metaphysician/reflexology.html). You will be using this link for reference throughout the course.

Quiz 1 - Questions below
Please use 50-150 words to answer each question.
  1. Describe how massage therapy relates to the practice of nursing.
  2. Describe your experience with massage.
Module 2 - Reflexology definition and history

Assignments - Read through module lecture.

Quiz 2 - Questions below
Please use 25-100 words to answer each question.
  1. Describe how reflexology, as a form of massage therapy, relates to the practice of nursing
  2. Define reflexology.
  3. List the uses of reflexology.
  4. List the side effects of reflexology.
Module 3 - Reflexology Theory Base(dermatomes,subtle energy),uses

Assignments - Read through module lecture.

Quiz 3 - Questions below
Please use 50-150 words to answer each question.
  1. Describe the term, “dermatome.”
  2. How does the concept of dermatome relate to the concept of subtle energy?
  3. How does reflexology help the client to feel better?
Module 4 - Method accessory techniques(magnets,tape seeds) and summary

Assignments - Read through module lecture. Perform at least 5 full reflexology sessions on yourself or yourself and friends/family.

With these reflexology sessions, you fulfill your 5 hours of practicum time.

Quiz 4 - Questions below
  1. Describe your responses to the sessions and, as needed, describe your friends/family member’s responses to the sessions.
  2. How do the magnets and tape seeds work to increase the effectiveness of reflexology sessions?
Final Exam-Test on modules 1-4-short answer and essay below

Test on modules 1-4:
  1. What is massage?
  2. How has massage therapy related to nursing practice?
  3. How can reflexology relate to nursing practice?
  4. What happens during a reflexology session? What happens during a course of reflexology? Please include reflexology theory base as it explains the client's response to the sessions in your answer.
  5. What are accessory techniques to reflexology and how do you recommend the client use them?
  6. In what settings can you envision reflexology being utilized for client wellness?
  7. A client presents to you in the holistic clinic setting with complaints of alternating diarrhea and constipation. What is your wellness plan for this client?
    History
    Refer to medical provider for tests and medical evaluation, unless you can offer this option in your setting.
    Provide reflexology sessions with special attention to the intestinal area of the feet,ears, hands, scalp.
    Recommend accessory techniques to strengthen the effects of the reflexology sessions.
Five weblinks to reflexology content:
  1. angelfire.com/biz2/metaphysician/reflexology.html - link to my body energy maps
  2. www.reflexology-research.com/control.htm - link to research studies -- Controlled studies in reflexology by Barbara and Kevin Kunz
  3. www.reflexology.org/aor/refinfo/healart.htm - Association of Reflexologists 27 Old Gloucester Street,London WC1N 3XX, England
  4. www.reflexology-usa.net - General information site
  5. www.pacificreflexology.com/theory.htm - Theories of how reflexology works
Grading scale for course

90 - 100%
80 - 89%
70 - 79%
60 - 69%
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The practicum hours will be graded as pass or fail. 5 hours in module 4.

4 credits are earned with completion of this course



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