OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT IN END‐STAGE KIDNEY DISEASE—MEASUREMENTS AND APPLICATIONS IN CLINICAL PRACTICE (E‐BOOK) Published by Bentham Science Publishers eISBN: 978‐1‐60805‐735‐1
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Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 27, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: P. Theofilou Tags: Book Review Source Type: research
Organ donation and transplantation in europe: the highlights
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Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 27, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Lisa Burnapp Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Dietary adherence in children with chronic kidney disease: a review of the evidence
SUMMARY
BackgroundIn children with chronic kidney disease (CKD), a nutrition support plan is important to ensure optimal macro‐ and micro‐nutrient intake in order to avoid malnutrition, disease‐related complications and growth rate reduction. Children with CKD and their families encounter many difficulties in adjusting to the renal diet. Even though adherence to the recommended dietary plan is important in CKD, it is rarely measured partly due to the lack of robust, unbiased assessment methods.
MethodsIn this review of 22 papers, the techniques used to assess adherence in children with CKD are reviewed, alongside the...
Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 11, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Aggeliki Apostolou, Τhomai Karagiozoglou‐Lampoudi Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Management of hyperphosphataemia: practices and perspectives amongst the renal care community
ConclusionThis renal care community followed professionally accepted guidelines for patient nutrition and management of hyperphosphataemia. There was disparity in the perceptions and recommendations between nurses and dietitians, highlighting the need to standardise management practices amongst renal care professionals. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 11, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Christina Johanna Maria Nagel, María Cruz Casal, Elizabeth Lindley, Susan Rogers, Jitka Pancířová, Jennifer Kernc, J. Brian Copley, Denis Fouque Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
COMPARISON OF Kt/V AND UREA REDUCTION RATIO IN MEASURING DIALYSIS ADEQUACY IN PAEDIATRIC HAEMODIALYSIS IN ENGLAND
ConclusionOne standard measure should be used to assess dialysis adequacy in paediatric centres in England. KDOQI guidelines were not consistently followed in obtaining a post‐urea blood sample and this procedure should be standardised. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 20, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Nina Dunne, Malcolm Campbell, Maggie Fitzpatrick, Peter Callery Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Medicine non‐adherence in kidney transplantation
ConclusionTransplantation is the preferred treatment option for people with end‐stage kidney disease. Medicine non‐adherence in kidney transplantation increases the risk of rejection, kidney loss and costly treatments. Interventions are needed to help the transplant recipient take all their medicines as prescribed to improve general well‐being, medicine safety and reduce healthcare costs. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 20, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Allison Fiona Williams, Elizabeth Manias, Cadeyrn J. Gaskin, Kimberley Crawford Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Saliva composition and upper gastrointestinal symptoms in chronic kidney disease
ConclusionAltered saliva composition in patients with Stages 4 and 5 CKD may be associated with uraemic upper GI symptoms. In particular, lower saliva concentrations of bicarbonate are associated with dry mouth and retching. Higher saliva calcium levels are also related to a dry mouth whilst higher saliva sodium levels and a greater sodium/potassium ratio are associated with nausea. Further studies investigating strategies to improve uraemic symptoms via changes in saliva are required. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 20, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Karen Joy Manley Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
A multi‐centre, randomised trial to assess whether increased dietary fibre intake (using a fibre supplement or high‐fibre foods) produces healthy bowel performance and reduces laxative requirement in free living patients on peritoneal dialysis
ConclusionThis study has confirmed the prevalence of laxative use amongst patients on PD and shown that fibre use can confer improvements in bowel function without affecting biochemistry. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 20, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Debbie Sutton, Susan Ovington, Barbara Engel Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Sharps injuries amongst healthcare workers: review of incidence, transmissions and costs
ConclusionSharps injuries remain a frequent threat amongst HCWs. The follow‐up and treatment of sharps injuries and the deriving consequences represent a significant cost factor. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 20, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Monique M. Elseviers, Marta Arias‐Guillén, Alois Gorke, Hans‐Jürgen Arens Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Nutrition care for renal transplant recipients: an evaluation of service delivery and outcomes
ConclusionNutrition care provided did not meet guideline recommendations, highlighting difficulty in implementing evidence to practice. Significant weight gain was evident particularly in patients classified as ‘healthy weight’ at the time of transplant. Long‐term, prospective studies are needed to determine the effectiveness of implementing nutrition care to attenuate weight gain and improve clinical outcomes. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 18, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Linda Orazio, Jessica Chapman, Nicole M. Isbel, Katrina L. Campbell Tags: Quality Improvement Source Type: research
How to implement immunoadsorption in a polyvalent dialysis unit: a review
ConclusionThis procedure has improved patient care and reduced costs. The IA desensitisation programme has enabled successful transplantation in 24 patients to date. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 18, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Sébastien Maggioni, Martine Hermelin, Eric Faubel, Asma Allal, Nassim Kamar, Lionel Rostaing Tags: Quality Improvement Source Type: research
How do thai patients receiving haemodialysis cope with pain?
ConclusionThe study elicited information that could help nursing staff understand how Thai people manage pain and the importance of cultural beliefs to their pain experience and coping strategies, which in turn can help nurses plan appropriate pain management. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 1, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Kantaporn Yodchai, Trisha Dunning, Sally Savage, Alison M Hutchinson, Areewan Oumtanee Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Living kidney donation: considerations and decision‐making
ConclusionThe study provides insight and knowledge for the health care professionals to meet and involve donors' narratives in reflections about and modifications to clinical nursing practice. It is essential that health care professionals have an understanding and appreciation of the experiences and concerns among LKDs, and this can help in planning and providing individual nursing care and support to donors. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 1, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Hanne Agerskov, Claus Bistrup, Mette Spliid Ludvigsen, Birthe D. Pedersen Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Mothers requiring dialysis: parenting and end‐stage kidney disease
ConclusionBeing a mother adds a range of complexities to being on dialysis. While managing dialysis, mothers struggle to care for their children and stay connected with family life. Nephrology health professionals are uniquely placed to support mothers and need to develop strategies to ease their burdens of care. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 1, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Kaylene M. Wadd, Paul N. Bennett, Julian Grant Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Non‐directed altruistic kidney donation: a donor perspective
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Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 1, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Paul van den Bosch Tags: Donor Perspective Source Type: research
