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Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - July 17, 2015 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Addressing changing sexual health needs through the lifespan
Sexuality is a continued human need that begins in adolescence and extends through older adulthood. In optimum states of health and wellness, sexuality may be addressed privately between a couple. However, the risk for sexually transmitted diseases, ranging from Herpes Simplex to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) forces the discussion away from the sexual dyad into a healthcare context. In addition, the presence of illness often makes the fulfillment of sexual needs difficult and mandates the involvement of nurses and other members of the interprofessional team in order to achieve and maintain sexual health. (Source: Appl...
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - July 17, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Eileen R. O'Shea, Sally O’Toole Gerard, Meredith Wallace Kazer Tags: Guest Editorial Source Type: research
The incidence and prognostic implications of dysphagia in elderly patients institutionalized: A multicenter study in Spain
Aim. Determine the incidence of dysphagia, identify its consequences and objectify related complications and mortality associated with pneumonia, in the institutionalized elderly. Methods: A prospective observational and multicenter study with a 3-year follow-up period was designed in a cohort of 12 nursing homes within 6 cities in Spain. A total of 2384 patient records were studied. Demographic and clinical data (dementia, cerebrovascular disease), as well as an evaluation of the Barthel Index, dysphagia and aspiration, and mortality at 30 days and 1 year after pneumonia in patients with dysphagia was performed. (Source: ...
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - July 4, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Carmen M. Sarabia-Cobo, Victoria Pérez, Pablo de Lorena, Esther Domínguez, Carmen Hermosilla, M. José Nuñez, María Vigueiro, Luis Rodríguez Source Type: research
Attitudes of patients towards being cared for by male nurses in a Jamaican hospital
To determine the attitudes of patients towards male nurses in a Jamaican hospital. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 30, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: O. Adeyemi-Adelanwa, Antoinette Barton Gooden, Pauline Dawkins, Jascinth L.M. Lindo Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Mandatory early warning scoring - Implementation evaluated with a mixed-methods approach
To evaluate adherence to an intervention optimizing in-hospital monitoring practice, by introducing early warning scoring (EWS) of vital parameters. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 29, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Gitte Bunkenborg, Ingrid Poulsen, Karin Samuelson, Steen Ladelund, Jonas Åkeson Source Type: research
Perception of Jordanian Nurses regarding Involvement in Decision-making
Nurses in any organizational context are members of a team and cannot work independently. Teamwork requires making decisions frequently and these decisions affect team performance on a regular basis. Ultimately, the team shapes the quality of patient care. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 28, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Zaid M. Al-Hamdan, Hala A. Bawadi, Richard W. Redman, Ahmad H. Al-Nawafleh Source Type: research
Multiple symptoms, functioning, and general health perception in people with severe COPD over time
This study examined the relationship between changes in multiple symptoms, functioning, and general health perception over a 3-year period. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 18, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Soo Kyung Park, Janet L. Larson Source Type: research
Methodological Factors Conducting Research with Incarcerated Persons with Diabetes
: To describe methodologic issues specific to conducting research with incarcerated vulnerable populations who have diabetes. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 18, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Louise Reagan, Deborah Shelton Source Type: research
Social support outside work and return to work among women on long-term sick leave working within human service organizations
To investigate the relationships between return to work and social support outside work among women on long-term sick leave from human service organizations. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 16, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Ann-Charlotte Dalheim Englund, Ingela Rydström, Lotta Dellve, Linda Ahlstrom Source Type: research
Characteristics of Child Health Care practitioners in overweight prevention of children
To identify behavioral and personal characteristics of Child Health Care (CHC) practitioners that influences the effect of early overweight prevention in children. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 16, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: E.G.E. Dera-de Bie, W. Brink- Melis, M. Jansen, W.J. Gerver Source Type: research
Analysis of the transition process among family caregivers in a hospital in the region of Catalonia in Spain
The aim of this study is to explore and understand the experience of the adaptation process among family caregivers in hospitals, who have an active presence in hospital and are essential in ensuring proper patient care. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 16, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Gerard Mora-López, Carme Ferré-Grau, Pilar Montesó-Curto Source Type: research
Socio-Emotional Support in French Hospitals: Effects on French Nurses' and Nurse Aides’ Affective Commitment
This study is aimed to better understand the impact of workplace social support in the context of French hospitals. Concrete, the first objective of this article comprises a thorough conceptualization and operationalization of workplace social support (i.e. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 15, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Caroline Ruiller, Beatrice I.J.M. Van Der Heijden Source Type: research
Depression Moderates Between Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Low-Income Children
This study investigated the relationship between physical activity and health related quality of life (HRQoL) as moderated by depression in low-income children. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 11, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Jun Suk Ra, Moonhee Gang Source Type: research
A Structural Model of Health Behavior Modification Among Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
The purpose of the study was to test a structural equation model in which social support, health beliefs, and stage of change predict the health behaviors of patients with cardiovascular disease. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 11, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Hwasoo Goong, Seungmi Ryu, Lijuan Xu Source Type: research
Evidence of interventions for the risk of dry eye in critically ill patients: an integrative review
Identify the best scientific evidence available to eye care in order to prevent dry eye. (Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR)
Source: Applied Nursing Research : ANR - June 8, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Caroline Fernandes de Souza Macêdo de França, Ana Paula Nunes Fernandes, Diana Paula de Souza Rego Pinto Carvalho, Suênia Silva de Mesquita Xavier, Marcos Antonio Ferreira Júnior, Fabiane Rocha Botarelli, Allyne Fortes Vitor Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
