AJN Editor-in-Chief Shawn Kennedy speaks with lead author Margo Halm about her article “Integrative Care: the Evolving Landscape in American Hospitals.”

AJN launches the first in a five-part series of articles that will examine various aspects of holistic nursing and integrative care. AJN editor in chief Shawn Kennedy speaks with Margo Halm, co-author of this overview of how hospitals are incorporating these therapies for patients, families and staff. Subsequent articles will focus on the most common modalities, including imagery, massage, acupressure and essential oils.