Resources & Downloads
The following resources support implementation of acupuncture and acupressure in hospital settings. Each aligns with one or more phases of the HAIF framework.
Phase Checklists
Implementation Phase Checklists
One checklist per phase, summarising key tasks, decision points, and outputs.
Clinical Tools
Intervention Comparison Card
One-page reference card comparing all six modalities (manual acupressure, electroacupressure, auricular acupuncture, body acupuncture, electroacupuncture, wristbands) by effectiveness, cost, training requirements, and practical considerations. Suitable for lamination and display in clinical areas.
Clinical Decision Aid
Step-by-step decision guide for selecting and implementing acupuncture or acupressure interventions. Covers patient risk assessment, modality selection, timing, and delivery personnel.
- Clinical Decision Aid (PDF)
Patient Education Sheet
Patient-facing information explaining acupressure for post-operative symptom management, including what to expect, how to find the PC6 point, wristband instructions, and common questions.
- Patient Education Sheet (PDF)
Assessment Tools
CARI Readiness Assessment
Modified Checklist to Assess Readiness for Implementation (CARI), adapted from Barwick (2011). Evaluates system readiness, senior leadership support, staff capability, implementation plan maturity, and training requirements. Scoring: 100 points total; readiness threshold is 80+ points with a minimum 15 points per category.
Data Collection Templates
PONV Data Extraction Template
Template for extracting PONV incidence data, rescue antiemetic usage, and risk factor prevalence from hospital records. Designed for the Exploration phase baseline audit.
Staff Survey Template
Survey instrument for assessing staff attitudes, knowledge, and willingness to participate in acupuncture/acupressure implementation. Based on validated instruments used in Australian and US hospital surveys.
- Staff Survey Template (PDF)
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Last reviewed: April 2026