Risk of Type 2 Diabetes: Health Care Provider Perceptions of Prevention Adherence
The aim of the current study was to describe health care providers’ perceptions as to why individuals may or may not follow recommendations for reducing risk of developing type 2 diabetes. A grounded theory research design guided data collection and analysis. Data were collected from 16 health care providers through semi-structured interviews. Results demonstrated that health care providers perceived prevention adherence as related to individual characteristics of the patient and activities of the provider. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - March 27, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Jenifer J. Thomas, John C. Moring, Terra Harvey, Talisha Hobbs, Adara Lindt Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
A longitudinal study of working life among first-line managers in the care of older adults
To study whether the number of subordinates plays a role in first-line managers’ and subordinates’ ratings of empowerment, stress symptoms, and leadership-management performance. The aim was also to study relationships between managers’ empowerment and stress symptoms and leadership-management performance. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - March 27, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Heidi Hagerman, Bernice Skytt, Barbro Wadensten, Hans Högberg, Maria Engström Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Effectiveness of an education intervention to strengthen nurses’ readiness for evidence-based practice: A single-blind randomized controlled study
Nurses’ lack of readiness for evidence-based practice slows down the uptake, adoption, and implementation of evidence-based practice which is of international concern as it impedes attainment of the highest quality of care and best patient outcomes. There is limited evidence about the most effective approaches to strengthen nurses’ readiness for evidence-based practice. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - March 27, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Hannele Saunders, Katri Vehviläinen-Julkunen, Kathleen R. Stevens Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
The Effect of Family Training and Support on the Quality of Life and Cost of Hospital Readmissions in Congestive Heart Failure Patients in Iran
This study was conducted to investigate the effects of family training and support on quality of life and cost of hospital readmissions in congestive heart failure patients. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - March 27, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Ali Hasanpour-Dehkordi, Arsalan Khaledi-Far, Borzoo Khaledi-Far, Shahriar Salehi-Tali Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Quality of life and functional status of patients treated for neoplastic disease in mid-northern Poland
Research into the quality of life (QoL) of people with cancer is relevant for thediagnosis of the patient’s health. The collected data are used todetermine somatic complaints, psychological state and the needs for nursing care. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - March 27, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Sylwia Jałtuszewska, Andrzej Basiński Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Effects of an obesity management mentoring program for Korean children
This research aimed to develop and test a mentored obesity management program guiding physical exercise, improving eating habits, and promoting self-esteem among elementary school learners. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - March 9, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Gyu-Young Lee, Yun-Jung Choi Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Intervention for the maintenance and improvement of physical function and quality of life among elderly disaster victims of the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami
The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of an exercise class implemented in an area affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami for maintaining and improving physical function and quality of life (QOL) among elderly victims. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - February 29, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Chieko Greiner, Kana Ono, Chizuru Otoguro, Kyoko Chiba, Noriko Ota Source Type: research
Non-pharmacological and non-surgical treatments for female urinary incontinence: an integrative review
To explore the outcomes of non-pharmacological and non-surgical resources used to treat female urinary incontinence (UI). (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - February 25, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Adilson Mendes, Juliana R.C. Rodolpho, Luiza A.K. Hoga Tags: Clinical Methods Source Type: research
Decisions at the end of life made by relatives of institutionalized patients with dementia
The wishes and preferences of patients with dementia should inform the decisions made about their future care. However, the decision-making that occurs at the end of life is a difficult experience for the families of patients. With regard to decision-making in the terminal stages, few studies have explored the experiences and feelings of caregivers of persons with dementia who are institutionalized. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - February 21, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Carmen María Sarabia-Cobo, Victoria Pérez, Pablo de Lorena, María José Nuñez, Esther Domínguez Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Integrative Review of Nurse-delivered Community-based Physical Activity Promotion
The purpose of this integrative review is to 1) describe intervention attributes, 2) describe the role of nurses in community PA promotion, and 3) describe the efficacy of the interventions in terms of PA behavior change. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - February 21, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Elizabeth A. Richards, Yun Cai Source Type: research
Implementing and Sustaining Evidence Based Practice through a Nursing Journal Club
The outcomes based emphasis in nursing and health care delivery requires identification of best available evidence in order to produce quality, safe, and effective patient care. Finding, critiquing, and ultimately implementing the best available evidence for practice is a formidable task for many clinical nurses. Development and implementation of a Nursing Journal Club (NJC) became one organization's successful attempt to help clinical nurses better understand and use best available evidence in actual practice. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - February 20, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Kevin Gardner, Mary Louise Kanaskie, Amy C. Knehans, Sarah Salisbury, Kim K. Doheny, Victoria Schirm Tags: Clinical Methods Source Type: research
A Descriptive Quantitative Study On Multi-Ethnic Patient Satisfaction With Nursing Care Measured By The Revised Humane Caring Scale
To determine patients’ satisfaction with nursing care during hospitalization. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - February 18, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Mien Li Goh, Emily N.K. Ang, Yiong-Huak Chan, Hong-Gu He, Katri Vehviläinen-Julkunen Source Type: research
Patient Perceptions and Experiences with falls during Hospitalization and after Discharge
To describe hospitalized older adults' (> 60 years) perceptions about (1) their fall risks while hospitalized; (2) fall prevention interventions received while hospitalized; and (3) fall prevention discharge instructions. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - February 2, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Clayton Shuman, Jia Liu, Mary Montie, Jose Gabriel Galinato, Molly A. Todd, Marcia Hegstad, Marita Titler Source Type: research
Meanings attributed by nurses to ensure the care of critical patients in the light of simulations’ premises
To identify the feelings experienced by nurses in caring the first visit to a critical patient. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - January 27, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Rodrigo G.S. Almeida, Alessandra Mazzo, José Carlos Amado Martins, Elaine Cristina Negri, Bruna Furlan Miranda Della Torre, Carla Aparecida Arena Ventura, Isabel Amélia Costa Mendes Source Type: research
The Impact of Person-Organization Fit on Nurse Job Satisfaction and Patient Care Quality
In the current healthcare context, large health care organizations may increasingly emphasize profit, biomedicine, efficiency, and customer service in the delivery of care. This orientation toward nursing work by large organizations may be perceived by nurses as incompatible with professional caring. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - January 27, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: K.L. Risman, Rebecca J. Erickson, James M. Diefendorff Source Type: research
