NursingPlus Open
http://hdl.handle.net/10755/19357
2024-02-17T01:36:57ZThe family impact of childhood atopic dermatitis: Scoping review
http://hdl.handle.net/10755/20504
<p>Atopic dermatitis is a chronic, pruritic inflammatory skin disease occurring most frequently among children... The adverse consequences of atopic dermatitis on children have been well-documented... Previous studies indicate that atopic dermatitis has a variety of impacts on the families of children with atopic dermatitis as well as the children themselves. Therefore the purpose of this study was to analyze in detail what “the family impact of childhood atopic dermatitis” might be. We conducted a scoping review based on the steps of “concept analysis.” Throughout the review, we determined the concept's defining attributes, antecedents, and consequences, and by the greater understanding of these, potentially lead to better development of nursing interventions and childrearing support. Furthermore, we considered the potential for improving the QoL of patients with atopic dermatitis, who are expected to increase in the future</p>
2018-01-01T00:00:00ZSupporting patients with body dissatisfaction: A survey of the experiences and training needs of European multi-disciplinary healthcare professionals
http://hdl.handle.net/10755/20503
Appearance-related concerns resulting from disfigurement or pressure to conform to beauty ideals, indiscriminately affect patients’mental and physical health. Healthcare professionals face the challenge of addressing patients’ support needs. Therefore a European University Consortium developed a course to address learning needs. Prior to its design, a study with multi-disciplinary European healthcare professionals was conducted to maximize its relevance and acceptability. Healthcare professionals (n=718; 48% nurses, 30% doctors, 22% allied health professionals) were surveyed regarding the nature and impact of patients’ appearance concerns, confidence in key areas associated with detecting/addressing concerns, and training/educational needs. Participants reported that this subject is highly relevant and 70% described the psychosocial impact of appearance concerns across the lifespan resulting from disfiguring conditions, disability, neurological disease, ageing and weight/shape dissatisfaction. Participants, irrespective of their experience, self-reported inadequate knowledge regarding appearance-specific care, 87% requested further information and 70% wanted access to an accredited course; barriers deterring participation in training were identified. Healthcare professionals across multiple specialties are caring for patients with a wide-range of appearance concerns that impact on physical and mental health and want to increase their appearance-specific knowledge and expertise. Results have informed training/courses which have the potential to improve patient care and ameliorate health-related outcomes.
2018-01-01T00:00:00ZThe effects of a structured mindfulness program on the development of empathy in healthcare students
http://hdl.handle.net/10755/20502
<p>A growing body of literature demonstrates that high levels of anxiety and stress-related health concerns are experienced by under-graduate university students, in particular medical and nursing students). For students to become effective healthcare professionals it is important that they have the mental and emotional skills to manage stress.Mindfulness training has been found to reduce stress in a variety of populations. The benefits of mindfulness training for student populations extend beyond stress reduction and include improved concentration and attention, faster information processing which enables better academic performance greater self-reflexivity, and increased student engagement. Mindfulness furthermore assists students to develop self-awareness and emotional regulation which enables greater perspective-taking and empathy.</p>
2017-01-01T00:00:00ZThe use of body mechanics principle, clinical-practice fatigue, and practice satisfaction of nursing students
http://hdl.handle.net/10755/20501
<p>The purpose of this study is to investigate the relations among the use of the body mechanics principle,clinical-practice fatigue, and practice satisfaction of nursing students.</p>
2017-01-01T00:00:00ZRelationships among active listening, self-awareness, empathy, and patient-centered care in associate and baccalaureate degree nursing students
http://hdl.handle.net/10755/20500
<p>The purpose of this research was to examine the relationships among active listening, self-awareness, empathy, and patient-centered care in nursing students.</p>
2017-01-01T00:00:00Z