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Nursing assessment of TURP syndrome: a pilot study
This study aimed to develop a nursing instrument to assess TURP syndrome. TURP syndrome is a complication that potentially occurs during TURP surgery. It is a water intoxication related to hyponatremia and acid‐based imbalance. This syndrome should be recognized early in order to prevent fatality. This pilot study employed a participatory action research combined with statistical analysis for validity and reliability testing. Twenty‐eight Indonesian urological nurses and one urologist medical doctor were engaged in this study. Informed consent was obtained before study outset. The study was entirely accomplished at Muh...
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - November 1, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Sumarno A. Subrata, Yuni P. Istanti, Tri W. Kesetyaningsih Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Changes in the health ‐related quality of life of patients with prostate cancer and their spouses
ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to determine how the health‐related quality of life (HRQoL) of patients with prostate cancer and their spouses change during the 6 months after diagnosis and which factors explain the changes. Patients with prostate cancer and their spouses have reported a decrease in HRQoL, but simultaneous follow‐up of the HRQoL of patients with prostate cancer and their spouses is rare. The sample consisted of 186 couples. The participants personally filled in the RAND‐36‐Item Health Survey, both at the time of diagnosis and 6 months later. Changes in the HRQoL were analysed statistically u...
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - November 1, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Eeva Harju, Anja Rantanen, Marja Kaunonen, Mika Helminen, Taina Isotalo, P äivi Åstedt‐Kurki Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

The long ‐term quality of life and information needs of prostate cancer survivors
ABSTRACT What are the quality of life (QoL) and information needs of long‐term prostate cancer survivors? Numbers of prostate cancer survivors are increasing and it is vital that their QoL issues and information needs are understood. The long‐term effects of surviving prostate cancer is poorly understood. Specialist nurses play a key role in their management. A cross‐sectional survey was used. The study questionnaire [(European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer‐Quality of Life Questionnaire) EORTC‐QLQ‐30 and EORTC QOL‐INFO25] was posted to 398 prostate cancer survivors attending an Irish centr...
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - November 1, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Sean Diver, Gloria Avalos, Eamonn T Rogers, Maura Dowling Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Conference Diary
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Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - October 12, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Conference Diary Source Type: research

What would it take to make you research ‐active?
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Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - October 12, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Rachel Busuttil Leaver Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Editorial Board
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Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - October 12, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Issue Information Source Type: research

Knowledge gaps in prostate cancer treatment between physicians and clinical nurse specialists
International Journal of Urological Nursing,Volume 12, Issue 1, Page 5-8, March 2018. (Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - October 5, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research

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International Journal of Urological Nursing,Volume 12, Issue 1, Page 5-8, March 2018. (Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - October 5, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research

Frequency of urinary incontinence among Turkish women, effective factors and its effect on quality of life
ABSTRACT What is the frequency of urinary incontinence in Turkish women and how does it affect their quality of life? The aim of this study is to determine the frequency of urinary incontinence among Turkish women, effective factors and its effect on quality of life. Urinary incontinence, a health problem that is commonly seen among women, leads to primarily social and hygienic problems, and affects the physiological, psychological and economic aspects of individuals who are effected. This cross‐sectional study was conducted in the gynaecological outpatient clinics of a Turkish hospital, between 01 August 2014 and 26 Dec...
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - September 11, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Semra Akkoz Çevik, Zeynep Güngörmüş Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Knowledge gaps in prostate cancer treatment between physicians and clinical nurse specialists
ABSTRACT Delphi consultations, a method of gaining consensus by gathering expert opinion, were conducted in order to understand the role of degarelix as a treatment option for advanced hormone‐dependent prostate cancer. During the Delphi consultations, differences were identified between physicians and clinical nurse specialists in terms of their knowledge of therapeutic developments. We argue that disparities in knowledge between physicians and nurse specialists could limit the effectiveness of multi‐disciplinary teams in providing optimal patient care. When such situations arise, communication between patients and nu...
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Richard Gledhill, Paula Allchorne, James Green, Philip Cornford Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Management and implementation of intermittent catheterization in neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction
ABSTRACT As a considerable heterogeneity in the procedure of intermittent catheterization (IC) was identified by a questionnaire survey conducted in hospitals and institutions for the treatment of patients with spinal cord injury in 2010, it became necessary to standardize the IC procedure (i.e. self‐catheterization and assisted catheterization). These guidelines were developed within a structured consensus process (e.g. several consensus conferences and nominal group process) by members of the working group on neuro‐urology and the working group on nursing of the German‐speaking Medical Society of Paraplegia and wer...
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Ralf B öthig, Veronika Geng, Ines Kurze Tags: Practice Development Paper Source Type: research

The impact of oral nutrition in patients after radical cystectomy: an overview
ABSTRACT Nutritional status is considered a significant factor determining the post‐operative outcomes after RC. The aim of this literature review is to describe the impact of early oral nutrition on functional outcomes in patients underwent cystectomy. Usually, these patients are not fed orally until the return of gastrointestinal function, because early oral nutrition is often perceived as detrimental for the anastomosis integrity and is believed to cause nausea and vomiting. This phase of nutritional deprivation may vary from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the return of bowel movements. In clinical practice, ...
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Giulia Villa, Martina Bresciani, Mattia Boarin, Duilio F. Manara Tags: Review Paper Source Type: research

Evaluation of a multidisciplinary allied health prostate cancer clinic
ABSTRACT Prostate cancer is the most common male cancer, with increasingly longer survival, and many treatment options for advanced disease. Men with prostate cancer report a high level of unmet supportive care needs. To evaluate unmet needs of a small cohort of Australian men with advanced prostate cancer, and their partners, and to assess the impact of attendance at a multidisciplinary allied health clinic on meeting these needs. Fifty patients were referred to the clinic by their treating specialists. Prior to their clinic consultations patients and partners completed study questionnaires to determine their unmet needs,...
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Helen Crowe, Brindha Pillay, Nicholas Howard, Jane Crowe, Max Rutherford, Addie Wootten, Niall Corcoran, Anthony Costello Tags: Practice Development Paper Source Type: research

Voiding diary: proposal and assessment of a tool
ABSTRACT Can voiding diary be a primary tool to assess urinary symptoms, being accessible and easier to fit into patients' lives and their family or caregiver? The nursing care to neurogenic bladder patients reveals the daily need for standardized patient assessment tools that support the treatment process. The aim of this study is to propose and assess a voiding diary for use with intermittent bladder catheter users and their caregivers. Voiding diary is important tool for patients and their caregivers to use to help both parties understand the functioning of the urinary tract and identify urinary symptoms. Research devel...
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Aline Nassiff, Alessandra Mazzo, La ís Fumincelli, Cíntia Fernandes Baccarin Biaziolo, Dayane Rosa Alvarenga Silva, Mateus Henrique Gonçalves Meska Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Identifying reasons, gaps and prevalence of diaper usage in an acute hospital
This study aimed to identify the prevalence of diaper usage and the reasons of using diaper as well as to suggest strategies to avoid unnecessary use of diaper. Diaper is widely used for patients in hospitals worldwide but is seldom to be report its prevalence. Some patients with medical issues need to use diaper but some who do not have those problems are still given a diaper to wear once admitted. This is a cross‐sectional prevalence survey study from 24 wards covering 3 major departments between 19 and 26 October 2016. Data were sourced from different means such as documents and interviewing patients/relative, nursing...
Source: International Journal of Urological Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Lap Fung Tsang, So Yuen Alice Sham, Sau Kuen Chan Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research