Contents: Journal of Renal Care 3/2016
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Source: Journal of Renal Care - August 4, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Contents Source Type: research
Nurse staffing and renal anaemia outcomes in haemodialysis care
ConclusionsThese cross‐sectional data suggest that renal anaemia outcomes are unrelated to the patient:registered nurse ratio. There is, however, room for improvement in renal anaemia management in the units included in this study, particularly the achievement of target levels of haemoglobin and transferrin saturation. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - June 29, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Julia Erlingmark, Mariann Hedström, Magnus Lindberg Tags: Audit Source Type: research
Coping skills of Iranian family caregivers ’ in caretaking of patients undergoing haemodialysis: a qualitative study
ConclusionThe focus of attention was on the stress management coping skills of the caregivers of haemodialysis patients together with their ability to cope with complex problems. Healthcare providers, by taking into account these skills and strategies of empowerment, can help other caregivers of haemodialysis patients cope with their heavy care conditions and better define their purposes in caretaking. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - June 25, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Ahmad Ali Eslami, Leili Rabiei, Heidar Ali Abedi, Majid Shirani, Reza Masoudi Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Improving Distress in Dialysis (iDiD): A tailored CBT self ‐management treatment for patients undergoing dialysis
ConclusionsThe dialysis‐specific CBT formulation identifies the importance of targeting ESKD‐specific correlates of distress to allow the delivery of integrated mental and physical health care. The ‘Improving Distress in Dialysis (iDiD)’ treatment protocol now requires further evaluation in terms of content, feasibility and potential efficacy. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 31, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Joanna L. Hudson, Rona Moss ‐Morris, David Game, Amy Carroll, Joseph Chilcot Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Assessing the impact of educational intervention in patients with hypertension
ConclusionsThis study shows a positive impact of EI to improve patients' knowledge about hypertension. However, further studies are needed to assess if EI produces behaviour changes in the long term, as this might enhance optimal blood pressure control to prevent kidney disease or delay its progression. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 31, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Tai Mooi Ho, Dolors Estrada, Josep Agudo, Piedad Arias, Ra úl Capillas, Elvira Gibert, Mª Mar Isnard, Mª José Solé, Anna Salvadó Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Older people with chronic kidney disease: definition, and influence of biomarkers and medications upon cardiovascular and renal outcomes
ConclusionNovel non‐traditional risk factors like albuminuria, Cystatin C and inflammatory biomarkers play an important role in predicting their risk of death and progression to ESKD. The efficacy and safety of medications in older people with CKD is not well established and requires more extensive, focused study. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 31, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Maharajan Raman, Darren Green, Rachel J. Middleton, Philip A. Kalra Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Coping skills of Iranian family caregivers’ in caretaking of patients undergoing haemodialysis: a qualitative study
ConclusionThe focus of attention was on the stress management coping skills of the caregivers of haemodialysis patients together with their ability to cope with complex problems. Healthcare providers, by taking into account these skills and strategies of empowerment, can help other caregivers of haemodialysis patients cope with their heavy care conditions and better define their purposes in caretaking. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 31, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Ahmad Ali Eslami, Leili Rabiei, Heidar Ali Abedi, Majid Shirani, Reza Masoudi Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Exploring depression amongst kidney transplant recipients: A literature review
ConclusionIncreasing awareness and educating healthcare professionals about depression amongst kidney transplant recipients is essential to allow for earlier identification and treatment. Screening could provide earlier detection of depression and allow for higher social and psychological support for these patients. Further intervention studies and longitudinal assessments would enhance the understanding of the development and effective management of depressive symptoms. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 25, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Nicola Lusia Veater, Linda East Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
How do patients experience a kidney biopsy?
Conclusion and Application to practiceThe patients' experiences were characterised by their need to fulfill self‐care requirements, because they had to lie down for four to six hours after the biopsy procedure. There is a need to find evidence for the time the patient need to be bedbound to avoid bleeding complications. The patients' needs for information were different, which explains why information should be individualised. There is particular need for more information after discharge. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 19, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Jeanette Finderup, Laura Peschardt, Mette Rubin Sander, Mette Ulf Nielsen Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Forthcoming papers
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Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 4, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Forthcoming Papers Source Type: research
Capturing whole person care
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Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 4, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Andrew Morris, Deborah Biggerstaff, Deborah Lycett Tags: Guest Editorial Source Type: research
Contents: Journal of Renal Care 2/2016
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Source: Journal of Renal Care - May 4, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Contents Source Type: research
Which patients with chronic kidney disease have the greatest symptom burden? A comparative study of advanced CKD stage and dialysis modality
ConclusionsIn CKD, symptom burden is better understood when capturing the multidimensional aspects of a range of physical and psychological symptoms. Fatigue, pain and sexual dysfunction are key contributors to symptom burden, and these symptoms are often under‐recognised and warrant routine assessment. The CKD‐SBI offers a valuable tool for renal clinicians to assess symptom burden, leading to the commencement of timely and appropriate interventions. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - March 1, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Hayfa Almutary, Ann Bonner, Clint Douglas Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Prevalence of constipation in patients with advanced kidney disease
ConclusionNo single method alone is sufficient for accurately determining if a patient is constipated. Relying on patients’ self‐perception may be unreliable. Ideally patient assessment of constipation should incorporate both the Rome III criteria and BSFS in a method such as the one designed as a result of this research. Further research is needed to assess its usability and practicality in clinical practice. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - February 29, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Anna Lee, Kelly Lambert, Pauline Byrne, Maureen Lonergan Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Appetite predicts intake and nutritional status in patients receiving peritoneal dialysis
ConclusionAnorexia was a key risk factor for inadequate protein intake and malnutrition in patients undergoing PD. These findings highlight a need to closely monitor patients with appetite disturbances. (Source: Journal of Renal Care)
Source: Journal of Renal Care - February 29, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Valerie Young, Sarah Balaam, Linda Orazio, Annerley Bates, Sunil V. Badve, David W. Johnson, Katrina L. Campbell Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
