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View article: Examining the need for clean intermittent self-catheterisation following intra-detrusor botulinum toxin injection: A retrospective analysis
Examining the need for clean intermittent self-catheterisation following intra-detrusor botulinum toxin injection: A retrospective analysis Open
Objective: Intra-detrusor botulinum toxin (IDBT) injection is a proven treatment for detrusor overactivity (DO) but carries a low risk of transient urinary retention. Despite this, hospitals invest in educating patients on clean intermitte…
View article: A lung cancer nurse specialist conceptual model of practice: a mixed methods study
A lung cancer nurse specialist conceptual model of practice: a mixed methods study Open
Purpose To identify and conceptualise the functions of the Lung Cancer Nurse Specialist (LCNS) role as reported by individuals with lung cancer, their carers, and LCNSs. Presented as a model of practice for the LCNS that strengthens eviden…
View article: Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of cardiac rehabilitation and barriers to referral among cardiologists in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional survey
Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of cardiac rehabilitation and barriers to referral among cardiologists in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional survey Open
Background Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is an effective secondary prevention intervention, yet it is globally underutilized. Physicians play a key role in CR uptake by eligible patients through encouragement and referral to the program. Thi…
View article: The Role of Clinicians’ Self-Efficacy in Exercise Promotion for Adults with Venous Leg Ulcers: A Cross-Sectional Study
The Role of Clinicians’ Self-Efficacy in Exercise Promotion for Adults with Venous Leg Ulcers: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
Introduction Physical activity is recognised for its functional, physical, and psychological benefits in managing venous leg ulcers. Despite these advantages, individuals with venous leg ulcers often remain inactive, largely due to fear of…
View article: Alternative Models of Cardiac Rehabilitation to Promote Secondary Prevention in Patients With Coronary Heart Disease After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
Alternative Models of Cardiac Rehabilitation to Promote Secondary Prevention in Patients With Coronary Heart Disease After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Open
Background Although cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is an effective secondary prevention strategy, it remains underutilized worldwide. Barriers to accessibility and adherence to traditional hospital-based programs have led to the development o…
View article: Barriers to Cardiac Rehabilitation Enrolment and Secondary Prevention Adherence in Patients with Coronary Heart Disease Following Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Barriers to Cardiac Rehabilitation Enrolment and Secondary Prevention Adherence in Patients with Coronary Heart Disease Following Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Cross-Sectional Survey Open
This study underscores the significant cardiac risk factors and low adherence to secondary prevention measures among post revascularization patients with coronary heart disease in Saudi Arabia. Low referral and other organizational barrier…
View article: What is the evidence on skin care for maintaining skin integrity and prevention of wounds? An integrative review
What is the evidence on skin care for maintaining skin integrity and prevention of wounds? An integrative review Open
Methods An electronic search of key terms (skin care or skin integrity) was undertaken of articles published between 1 January 2018 until 30 September 2023. A narrative integrative review synthesised results.
View article: Adding Behaviour-Change Counselling to an Exercise Program for Adults Preparing for Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Improves Psychological and Physical Wellness: Focus Group Reflections
Adding Behaviour-Change Counselling to an Exercise Program for Adults Preparing for Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Improves Psychological and Physical Wellness: Focus Group Reflections Open
Purpose: To explore participant experiences for people on an arthroplasty waitlist, randomised to an exercise and behaviour-change counselling program (ENHANCE). The ENHANCE program for arthroplasty patients was led by an accredited exerci…
View article: A pilot study assessing the feasibility of a home-based progressive resistance exercise program and trend toward healing rates for patients with venous leg ulcers
A pilot study assessing the feasibility of a home-based progressive resistance exercise program and trend toward healing rates for patients with venous leg ulcers Open
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View article: The benefits of a self-management telephone based intervention for promoting exercise and healing for promoting exercise and healing rate for venous leg ulcer patients
The benefits of a self-management telephone based intervention for promoting exercise and healing for promoting exercise and healing rate for venous leg ulcer patients Open
No abstract available.
View article: What are the Clinical and Social Outcomes of Integrated Care for Older People? A Qualitative Systematic Review
What are the Clinical and Social Outcomes of Integrated Care for Older People? A Qualitative Systematic Review Open
There was scant evidence of the older person's voice within included studies and a limited focus on outcomes. Stronger evidence is needed to provide meaningful and robust evaluation of outcomes within integrated care models for the older p…
View article: Development and psychometric testing of the gender misconceptions of men in nursing (GEMINI) scale among nursing students
Development and psychometric testing of the gender misconceptions of men in nursing (GEMINI) scale among nursing students Open
Background: Misconceptions about men in nursing may influence recruitment and retention, further perpetuating the gender diversity imbalance in the nursing workforce. Identifying misconceptions and implementing early intervention strategie…
View article: Day vs. night non-invasive respiratory intervention during post-acute care hospitalization
Day vs. night non-invasive respiratory intervention during post-acute care hospitalization Open
Objective To compare daytime and nighttime use and outcome for non-invasive respiratory intervention (NIRI) during initial admission to a pediatric post-acute care hospital (PACH). Method Retrospective examination of initial PACH admission…
View article: Choosing a health behaviour theory or model for related research projects: a narrative review
Choosing a health behaviour theory or model for related research projects: a narrative review Open
Background Theories are integral to a research project, providing the logic underlying what, how, and/or why a particular phenomenon happens. Alternatively, models are used to guide a research project by representing theories and visualisi…
View article: The top 10 research priorities in diabetes and pregnancy according to women, support networks and healthcare professionals
The top 10 research priorities in diabetes and pregnancy according to women, support networks and healthcare professionals Open
Aims To undertake a Priority Setting Partnership (PSP) to establish priorities for future research in diabetes and pregnancy, according to women with experience of pregnancy, and planning pregnancy, with any type of diabetes, their support…
View article: Aiding the Recovery of ICU Survivors: Creation and Implementation of a Post-ICU Recovery Clinic
Aiding the Recovery of ICU Survivors: Creation and Implementation of a Post-ICU Recovery Clinic Open
Introduction: Advancements in critical care medicine have led to increase in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) survival.ICU survivors often experience cognitive, mental and physical impairments as part of a condition called Post-Intensive Care Syn…
View article: Prescribed exercise regimen versus usual care and hypochlorous acid wound solution versus placebo for treating venous leg ulcers: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial (Factorial4VLU)
Prescribed exercise regimen versus usual care and hypochlorous acid wound solution versus placebo for treating venous leg ulcers: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial (Factorial4VLU) Open
Introduction Compression is the mainstay of treatment for venous leg ulcers (VLUs) and there are few effective adjuvant treatments. There is only observational evidence supporting the use of hypochlorous acid (HOCl) as a topical wound solu…
View article: Effects of Activity Tracker Use With Health Professional Support or Telephone Counseling on Maintenance of Physical Activity and Health Outcomes in Older Adults: Randomized Controlled Trial
Effects of Activity Tracker Use With Health Professional Support or Telephone Counseling on Maintenance of Physical Activity and Health Outcomes in Older Adults: Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background Despite a range of efforts to increase physical activity participation in Australia, inactivity levels in older adults have remained high over recent decades, contributing to increased rates of chronic health conditions. Lifesty…
View article: Physical activity, sleep, and wound healing in adults with venous leg ulcers: a prospective observational cohort pilot study protocol
Physical activity, sleep, and wound healing in adults with venous leg ulcers: a prospective observational cohort pilot study protocol Open
BackgroundVenous leg ulcers (VLUs) are a common and costly problem. Due to a cycle of healing and recurrence, they are challenging to treat. Adults with VLUs are less likely to be physically active and show greater sleep disturbances than …
View article: Exercise as cardiovascular medicine
Exercise as cardiovascular medicine Open
The many benefits of exercise are supported by an expanding body of research. Blood pressure can be safely and effectively reduced through physical activity, leading to a lower CVD risk. Value-based goal setting and the 'FITT' framework ma…
View article: Type 2 diabetes and the medicine of exercise: The role of general practice in ensuring exercise is part of every patient’s plan
Type 2 diabetes and the medicine of exercise: The role of general practice in ensuring exercise is part of every patient’s plan Open
General practitioners and their teams, along with other healthcare providers such as AEPs, can increase the amount of exercise medicine a patient receives. This is the case for those at risk of developing T2D, those with T2D and those with…
View article: The development and validation of a measurement instrument to investigate determinants of health care utilisation for low back pain in Ethiopia
The development and validation of a measurement instrument to investigate determinants of health care utilisation for low back pain in Ethiopia Open
This study demonstrated that the newly developed instrument has an overall good level of content and factorial validity, internal consistency reliability, and temporal stability. In this way, this instrument is appropriate for measuring de…
View article: Older adults’ experiences of using a wearable activity tracker with health professional feedback over a 12-month randomised controlled trial
Older adults’ experiences of using a wearable activity tracker with health professional feedback over a 12-month randomised controlled trial Open
Objective Wearable activity trackers can help older adults remain physically active. However, knowledge of the user experience during long-term use is scarce. Therefore, this study examined older adults’ experiences with, and perceptions o…
View article: Consumer-Based Wearable Activity Trackers Increase Physical Activity Participation: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Consumer-Based Wearable Activity Trackers Increase Physical Activity Participation: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Utilizing a consumer-based wearable activity tracker as either the primary component of an intervention or as part of a broader physical activity intervention has the potential to increase physical activity participation. As the effects of…