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.
- Phase 1: Exploration Checklist — coming soon
- Phase 2: Preparation Checklist — coming soon
- Phase 3: Implementation Checklist — coming soon
- Phase 4: Sustainment Checklist — coming soon
Clinical Tools
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 — coming soon
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 — coming soon
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: 8 categories, each worth 20 points (160 points total); readiness threshold is 80% overall.
- CARI Readiness Assessment — coming soon
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.
- PONV Data Extraction Template — coming soon
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 Knowledge and Attitudes Survey — see Zheng et al. (2023) and Faircloth (2014)
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Last reviewed: April 2026