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View article: Comparison of Single Versus Multiple Nonpharmacological Interventions for the Management of Lung Cancer–Related Fatigue: A Systematic Review
Comparison of Single Versus Multiple Nonpharmacological Interventions for the Management of Lung Cancer–Related Fatigue: A Systematic Review Open
Background Lung cancer is one of the common cancers globally. One of the adverse symptoms of lung cancer and its treatment is fatigue. Pharmacological interventions have not shown efficacy on cancer‐related fatigue, and investigations on n…
View article: Analysis of Assessment Methods for Detecting Nicotine Residue and Its Impact on Humans: A Systematic Review
Analysis of Assessment Methods for Detecting Nicotine Residue and Its Impact on Humans: A Systematic Review Open
Introduction: Thirdhand smoke (THS) was first identified by Graham and colleagues in 1953, and nicotine was detected in household dust from smokers in 1991. Thirdhand smoke (THS) consists of toxic nicotine residues that persist on surfaces…
View article: The Effects of Thirdhand Vape Residue from Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Vapes on Cells: A Systematic Review
The Effects of Thirdhand Vape Residue from Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Vapes on Cells: A Systematic Review Open
Rationale: Vapes are increasingly popular, however, their clouds leave a residue on surfaces, referred to as thirdhand smoke. Recent studies have reported the detrimental cellular impacts of thirdhand smoke. However, research on thirdhand …
View article: Characteristics of rehabilitation programs for chronic respiratory diseases in Asia: A scoping review
Characteristics of rehabilitation programs for chronic respiratory diseases in Asia: A scoping review Open
The rates of chronic respiratory disease (CRD) is rising in Asia. Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) has been shown to be a highly efficacious intervention for people with CRD. While PR models are well established in Western countries, environm…
View article: Leading women in respiratory clinical sciences: Letter from Australia
Leading women in respiratory clinical sciences: Letter from Australia Open
Special Series: Leading Women in Respiratory Clinical Sciences Series Editors: Anne-Marie Russel and Kathleen O Lindell See related Editorial.
View article: A review of mask fit testing data associated with protocols utilized in evaluating the efficacy of N95 masks for health care workers
A review of mask fit testing data associated with protocols utilized in evaluating the efficacy of N95 masks for health care workers Open
Background Quantitative mask fit testing (QNFT) is the gold standard to confirm the correct fit of a N95/P2 mask to ensure health care workers protection from airborne viruses. Using the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)…
View article: COPD in Never-Smokers: BOLD Australia Study
COPD in Never-Smokers: BOLD Australia Study Open
COPD was prevalent in this population of never-smokers aged 40 years and over. This finding highlights the significance of risk factors other than smoking in the development of COPD.
View article: Cough in Children and Adults: Diagnosis, Assessment and Management (<scp>CICADA</scp>). Summary of an updated position statement on chronic cough in Australia
Cough in Children and Adults: Diagnosis, Assessment and Management (<span>CICADA</span>). Summary of an updated position statement on chronic cough in Australia Open
Introduction Cough is the most common symptom leading to medical consultation. Chronic cough results in significant health care costs, impairs quality of life, and may indicate the presence of a serious underlying condition. Here, we prese…
View article: Existing respiratory nursing curriculum, frameworks, and other documentation relevant to respiratory nursing education: A Scoping Review
Existing respiratory nursing curriculum, frameworks, and other documentation relevant to respiratory nursing education: A Scoping Review Open
Background: Globally, respiratory nursing practice is embedded in all health systems and levels of care. As a critical health workforce, preparing respiratory nurses is fundamental to providing high-quality professional care. Objective: To…
View article: Methods used to assess sleep in children who attend community‐based mental health programmes: A systematic review
Methods used to assess sleep in children who attend community‐based mental health programmes: A systematic review Open
Sleep quality and sleep duration are important for children's physical and mental health. Mental health diagnoses and sleep disturbances may be interlinked. We sought to identify the methods used to assess sleep in paediatric community‐bas…
View article: Cancer-related Fatigue in Lung Cancer: A Research Agenda: An Official American Thoracic Society Research Statement
Cancer-related Fatigue in Lung Cancer: A Research Agenda: An Official American Thoracic Society Research Statement Open
Background: Fatigue is the most common symptom among cancer survivors. Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) may occur at any point in the cancer care continuum. Multiple factors contribute to CRF development and severity, including cancer type, tr…
View article: Need and baseline for harmonising nursing education in respiratory care: preliminary results of a global survey
Need and baseline for harmonising nursing education in respiratory care: preliminary results of a global survey Open
Background The COVID-19 pandemic confirmed that respiratory nurses are critical healthcare providers. Limited knowledge is available about appropriate education to prepare nurses to deliver high-quality respiratory care. A survey was devel…
View article: Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand Position Statement: Respiratory nursing
Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand Position Statement: Respiratory nursing Open
The Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand's (TSANZ) Position Statement recognizes the pivotal role respiratory nurses play in the lung health of Australians and New Zealanders. The national and international lung health strategies …
View article: Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand Position Statement on Acute Oxygen Use in Adults: ‘Swimming between the flags’
Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand Position Statement on Acute Oxygen Use in Adults: ‘Swimming between the flags’ Open
Oxygen is a life‐saving therapy but, when given inappropriately, may also be hazardous. Therefore, in the acute medical setting, oxygen should only be given as treatment for hypoxaemia and requires appropriate prescription, monitoring and …
View article: Have we got the right focus in asthma care in general practice? A qualitative study
Have we got the right focus in asthma care in general practice? A qualitative study Open
Asthma care in general practice may be improved by a greater focus on prevention and control, including through follow-up after acute presentations, enhanced collaboration between GPs and PNs, and supportive practice models.
View article: Diagnosis and treatment of lung disease associated with alpha one‐antitrypsin deficiency: A position statement from the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand*
Diagnosis and treatment of lung disease associated with alpha one‐antitrypsin deficiency: A position statement from the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand* Open
AATD is a common inherited disorder associated with an increased risk of developing pulmonary emphysema and liver disease. Many people with AATD‐associated pulmonary emphysema remain undiagnosed and therefore without access to care and cou…
View article: Nursing Research Priorities in Critical Care, Pulmonary, and Sleep: International Delphi Survey of Nurses, Patients, and Caregivers
Nursing Research Priorities in Critical Care, Pulmonary, and Sleep: International Delphi Survey of Nurses, Patients, and Caregivers Open
The objective of this workshop was to determine current nursing research priorities in critical care, adult pulmonary, and sleep conditions through input from consumer (patient, family, and formal and informal caregivers) and nursing exper…
View article: Beyond forest plots: clinical gestalt and its influence on COPD telemonitoring studies and outcomes review
Beyond forest plots: clinical gestalt and its influence on COPD telemonitoring studies and outcomes review Open
Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive chronic condition. Improvements in therapies have resulted in better patient outcomes. The use of technology such as telemonitoring as an additional intervention is a…
View article: Implementation of evidence into practice: The key to improving patient outcomes
Implementation of evidence into practice: The key to improving patient outcomes Open
The significant delay in translating evidence into practice and policy has been well recognized.1 The importance of evidence-based practice being actively implemented into policy and health systems has also been acknowledged as passive imp…
View article: A review of general pain measurement tools and instruments for consideration of use in COPD clinical practice
A review of general pain measurement tools and instruments for consideration of use in COPD clinical practice Open
This review found variability in the domains of validity, reliability, responsiveness and interpretability in general pain tools and instruments. The PSQ was found to be the most valid and reliable general pain measurement instrument for a…
View article: Respiratory clinical guidelines inform ward-based nurses’ clinical skills and knowledge required for evidence-based care
Respiratory clinical guidelines inform ward-based nurses’ clinical skills and knowledge required for evidence-based care Open
Respiratory clinical guidelines provide clinicians with evidence-based guidance for practice. Clinical guidelines also provide an opportunity to identify the knowledge and technical and non-technical skills required by respiratory ward-bas…
View article: Resilience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Chronic Heart Failure
Resilience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Chronic Heart Failure Open
Background: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Chronic Heart Failure (CHF) place a significant burden on individuals and health care systems. Selfmanagement has been shown to be effective in reducing the symptoms of these con…