Application Examples

These case studies show how the HAIF framework has been applied in real hospital settings. Each example walks through the four phases — Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, and Sustainment — as applied to a specific clinical context.

Example 1: Acupressure for PONV

Nurse-led acupressure wristband implementation for post-operative nausea and vomiting at Northern Hospital, Victoria. A completed case study demonstrating all four phases.

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Example 2: Acupuncture in Emergency Department Coming Soon

Registrar-led acupuncture implementation in the emergency department. Research is currently in progress.

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Last reviewed: April 2026