Natural restorative environment therapy is an intervention aimed at restoring directed attention. Directed attention is essential for daily functioning and involves activities that require concentration. Fatigue of directed attention can cause increased distractibility, irritability, and impulsivity; leading to increased risk exposure. Restoration of directed attention can occur by use of activities which require no energy. Natural restorative environment therapy involves the use of the natural environment to restore attention. Some activities included in this intervention are: nature walks, caring for pets, wildlife watching, gardening, nature photography, general nature observation, and sailing. This systematic review aims to determine possible uses of natural restorative environments in nursing practice. The review seeks to answer the following questions: Does a natural environment have implications for patient outcomes in nursing practice? What methods of implementing nature as an intervention have been used in nursing? A total of five studies were included in the review. Findings offer areas for future research in this area, as well as direct implications for nursing practice.
