Animal-Assisted Therapy
Authors:
- Anne C. RussellARAnne C. Russell
- Kathy J. KeisterKKKathy J. Keister
- 1 September 2010
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing
- Vol. 29 (5) , 211-214
Abstract
Animal-assisted therapy has gained widespread support in a variety of health care settings, including critical care units. This article seeks to review some of the current animal-assisted therapy, define a structured program, and evaluate the potential ability of the therapy to enhance the progress and health of our patients.Keywords
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