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Domeisen Benedetti F, Hechinger M, Fringer A. Self-Assessment Instruments for Supporting Family Caregivers: An Integrative Review. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:1016. [PMID: 38786426 PMCID: PMC11120749 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12101016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2024] [Revised: 04/21/2024] [Accepted: 04/30/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Family caregivers take on a variety of tasks when caring for relatives in need of care. Depending on the situation and the intensity of care, they may experience multidimensional burdens, such as physical, psychological, social, or financial stress. The aim of the present study was to identify and appraise self-assessment instruments (SAIs) that capture the dimensions of family caregivers' burdens and that support family caregivers in easily identifying their caregiving role, activities, burden, and needs. We performed an integrative review with a broad-based strategy. A literature search was conducted on PubMed, Google Scholar, Google, and mobile app stores in March 2020. After screening the records based on the eligibility criteria, we appraised the tools we found for their usefulness for family care and nursing practice. From a total of 2654 hits, 45 suitable SAIs from 274 records were identified and analyzed in this way. Finally, nine SAIs were identified and analyzed in detail based on further criteria such as their psychometric properties, advantages, and disadvantages. They are presented in multi-page vignettes with additional information for healthcare professionals. These SAIs have proven useful in assessing the dimensions of caregiver burden and can be recommended for application in family care and nursing practice.
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- Franzisca Domeisen Benedetti
- School of Health Professions, Institute of Nursing, ZHAW—Zurich University of Applied Sciences, Katharina-Sulzer-Platz 9, 8401 Winterthur, Switzerland (A.F.)
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Kennedy AC, Prock KA, Adams AE, Littwin A, Meier E, Saba J, Vollinger L. Can This Provider Be Trusted? A Review of the Role of Trustworthiness in the Provision of Community-Based Services for Intimate Partner Violence Survivors. TRAUMA, VIOLENCE & ABUSE 2024; 25:982-999. [PMID: 37132638 DOI: 10.1177/15248380231168641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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While there is a growing literature on intimate partner violence (IPV) survivors and service providers, it is limited by its largely atheoretical and descriptive nature, and its emphasis on individual-level survivors' help-seeking. We seek to broaden our understanding by shifting the focus onto organizations and service systems and introducing the concept of these providers' trustworthiness toward survivors. Provider trustworthiness in delivering services includes benevolence (locally available and caring), fairness (accessible to all and non-discriminatory), and competence (acceptable and effective in meeting survivors' needs). Guided by this conceptualization, we conducted an integrative review drawing on four databases: PsycINFO, PubMed, Web of Science, and Westlaw. We identified studies for inclusion that were published between January 2005 and March 2022, and we examined the trustworthiness of community-based providers serving adult IPV survivors in the United States, including domestic violence services, health and mental health care, the legal system, and economic support services (N = 114). Major findings include (1) many survivors live in communities with no shelter beds, mental health care, or affordable housing; (2) many services are inaccessible because they lack, for example, bilingual staff, sliding fees, or telehealth options; (3) too many providers are harmful or discriminatory toward survivors, especially those who are, for example, sexual or gender minorities, immigrants or non-English-speaking, poor, or Native, Black, or Latinx; (4) many providers appear to be incompetent, lack evidence-based training, and are ineffective in meeting survivors' needs. We call on researchers, advocates, and providers to examine provider trustworthiness, and we offer an introduction to measuring it.
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Storm IMS, Mikkelsen AKK, Holen M, Hybholt L, Austin SF, Berring LL. Social Processes of Young Adults' Recovery and Identity Formation during Life-Disruptive Mental Distress-A Meta-Ethnography. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:6653. [PMID: 37681793 PMCID: PMC10487737 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20176653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2023] [Revised: 08/11/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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Young people's mental health recovery is well-explored in empirical research, yet there is a lack of meta-studies synthesizing the characteristics of young people's recovery. This meta-ethnography explores young adults' recovery during life-disruptive experiences of early psychosis or schizophrenia. Based on a systematic literature review search, 11 empirical qualitative studies were included for synthesis. Inspired by young people's prominent experience of social isolation in the included studies, we applied an interpretive lens of belonging deriving from the sociology of youth. The synthesis presents five themes: (1) expectations of progression in youth in contrast with stagnation during psychosis, (2) feeling isolated, lost and left behind, (3) young adults' recovery involves belonging with other young people, (4) forming identity positions of growth and disability during psychosis, and the summarizing line of argument, (5) navigating relational complexities in the process of recovery. While suffering from social isolation, young people's recovery is conceived as getting on with life, like any other young person involving connecting and synchronizing life rhythms with their age peers. Socializing primarily with caring adults entails being stuck in the position of a child, while connecting with young people enables the identity positions of young people. This synthesis can inspire support for young people's recovery through social inclusion in youth environments.
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- Ida Marie Skou Storm
- Research Unit, Mental Health Services East, Psychiatry Region Zealand, 16, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark; (A.K.K.M.); (L.H.); (S.F.A.)
- Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, 55, 5230 Odense, Denmark;
- Psychiatric Research Unit, Psychiatry Region Zealand, 6, 4200 Slagelse, Denmark
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- Research Unit, Mental Health Services East, Psychiatry Region Zealand, 16, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark; (A.K.K.M.); (L.H.); (S.F.A.)
- Psychiatric Research Unit, Psychiatry Region Zealand, 6, 4200 Slagelse, Denmark
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- Health and Society, Department of People and Technology, Roskilde University, 1, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark;
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- Research Unit, Mental Health Services East, Psychiatry Region Zealand, 16, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark; (A.K.K.M.); (L.H.); (S.F.A.)
- Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, 55, 5230 Odense, Denmark;
- Psychiatric Research Unit, Psychiatry Region Zealand, 6, 4200 Slagelse, Denmark
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- Research Unit, Mental Health Services East, Psychiatry Region Zealand, 16, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark; (A.K.K.M.); (L.H.); (S.F.A.)
- Psychiatric Research Unit, Psychiatry Region Zealand, 6, 4200 Slagelse, Denmark
- Institute for Psychology, University of Southern Denmark, 55, 5230 Odense, Denmark
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- Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, 55, 5230 Odense, Denmark;
- Psychiatric Research Unit, Psychiatry Region Zealand, 6, 4200 Slagelse, Denmark
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Al-Shimari FH, Rencken CA, Kirkwood CD, Kumar R, Vannice KS, Stewart BT. Systematic review of global hepatitis E outbreaks to inform response and coordination initiatives. BMC Public Health 2023; 23:1120. [PMID: 37308896 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-023-15792-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/14/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Hepatitis E virus (HEV) is the most common cause of acute hepatitis. While symptoms are generally mild and resolve within weeks, some populations (e.g., pregnant women, immunocompromised adults) are at high-risk of severe HEV-related morbidity and mortality. There has not been a recent comprehensive review of contemporary HEV outbreaks, which limits the validity of current disease burden estimates. Therefore, we aimed to characterize global HEV outbreaks and describe data gaps to inform HEV outbreak prevention and response initiatives. METHODS We performed a systematic review of peer-reviewed (PubMed, Embase) and gray literature (ProMED) to identify reports of outbreaks published between 2011 and 2022. We included (1) reports with ≥ 5 cases of HEV, and/or (2) reports with 1.5 times the baseline incidence of HEV in a specific population, and (3) all reports with suspected (e.g., clinical case definition) or confirmed (e.g., ELISA or PCR test) cases if they met criterium 1 and/or 2. We describe key outbreak epidemiological, prevention and response characteristics and major data gaps. RESULTS We identified 907 records from PubMed, 468 from Embase, and 247 from ProMED. We screened 1,362 potentially relevant records after deduplication. Seventy-one reports were synthesized, representing 44 HEV outbreaks in 19 countries. The populations at risk, case fatalities, and outbreak durations were not reported in 66% of outbreak reports. No reports described using HEV vaccines. Reported intervention efforts included improving sanitation and hygiene, contact tracing/case surveillance, chlorinating boreholes, and advising residents to boil water. Commonly missing data elements included specific case definitions used, testing strategy and methods, seroprevalence, impacts of interventions, and outbreak response costs. Approximately 20% of HEV outbreaks we found were not published in the peer-reviewed literature. CONCLUSION HEV represents a significant public health problem. Unfortunately, extensive data shortages and a lack of standardized reporting make it difficult to estimate the HEV disease burden accurately and to implement effective prevention and response activities. Our study has identified major gaps to guide future studies and outbreak reporting systems. Our results support the development of standardized reporting procedures/platforms for HEV outbreaks to ensure accurate and timely data distribution, including active and passive coordinated surveillance systems, particularly among high-risk populations.
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- Fatima H Al-Shimari
- Department of Global Health, University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA, USA.
- Strategic Analysis, Research and Training (START) Center, Seattle, WA, USA.
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- Strategic Analysis, Research and Training (START) Center, Seattle, WA, USA
- Department of Epidemiology, University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Enteric and Diarrheal Diseases, Global Health, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Strategic Analysis, Research and Training (START) Center, Seattle, WA, USA
- Department of Epidemiology, University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Enteric and Diarrheal Diseases, Global Health, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Strategic Analysis, Research and Training (START) Center, Seattle, WA, USA
- Department of Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
- Harborview Injury Prevention and Research Center, Seattle, WA, USA
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Sony M, Antony J, Tortorella GL. Critical Success Factors for Successful Implementation of Healthcare 4.0: A Literature Review and Future Research Agenda. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:4669. [PMID: 36901679 PMCID: PMC10001551 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20054669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2023] [Revised: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The digitization of healthcare services is a major shift in the manner in which healthcare services are offered and managed in the modern era. The COVID-19 pandemic has speeded up the use of digital technologies in the healthcare sector. Healthcare 4.0 (H4.0) is much more than the adoption of digital tools, however; going beyond that, it is the digital transformation of healthcare. The successful implementation of H 4.0 presents a challenge as social and technical factors must be considered. This study, through a systematic literature review, expounds ten critical success factors for the successful implementation of H 4.0. Bibliometric analysis of existing articles is also carried out to understand the development of knowledge in this domain. H 4.0 is rapidly gaining prominence, and a comprehensive review of critical success factors in this area has yet to be conducted. Conducting such a review makes a valuable contribution to the body of knowledge in healthcare operations management. Furthermore, this study will also help healthcare practitioners and policymakers to develop strategies to manage the ten critical success factors while implementing H 4.0.
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- Michael Sony
- WITS Business School, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg 2158, South Africa
- Oxford Brookes Business School, Oxford Brookes University, Oxford OX3 0BP, UK
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- Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi P.O. Box 127788, United Arab Emirates
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- Mechanical Engineering Department, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC 3010, Australia
- IAE Business School, Universidad Austral, Buenos Aires B1630FHB, Argentina
- Production Engineering Department, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianopolis 88040-900, SC, Brazil
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Das P, Mazumder DH. An extensive survey on the use of supervised machine learning techniques in the past two decades for prediction of drug side effects. Artif Intell Rev 2023; 56:1-28. [PMID: 36819660 PMCID: PMC9930028 DOI: 10.1007/s10462-023-10413-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/19/2023]
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Approved drugs for sale must be effective and safe, implying that the drug's advantages outweigh its known harmful side effects. Side effects (SE) of drugs are one of the common reasons for drug failure that may halt the whole drug discovery pipeline. The side effects might vary from minor concerns like a runny nose to potentially life-threatening issues like liver damage, heart attack, and death. Therefore, predicting the side effects of the drug is vital in drug development, discovery, and design. Supervised machine learning-based side effects prediction task has recently received much attention since it reduces time, chemical waste, design complexity, risk of failure, and cost. The advancement of supervised learning approaches for predicting side effects have emerged as essential computational tools. Supervised machine learning technique provides early information on drug side effects to develop an effective drug based on drug properties. Still, there are several challenges to predicting drug side effects. Thus, a near-exhaustive survey is carried out in this paper on the use of supervised machine learning approaches employed in drug side effects prediction tasks in the past two decades. In addition, this paper also summarized the drug descriptor required for the side effects prediction task, commonly utilized drug properties sources, computational models, and their performances. Finally, the research gap, open problems, and challenges for the further supervised learning-based side effects prediction task have been discussed.
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- Pranab Das
- Department of Computer Science and Engineering, National Institute of Technology Nagaland, Chumukedima, Dimapur, Nagaland 797103 India
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- Department of Computer Science and Engineering, National Institute of Technology Nagaland, Chumukedima, Dimapur, Nagaland 797103 India
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Brenner R, Cole L, Towsley GL, Farrell TW. Adults Without Advocates and the Unrepresented: A Narrative Review of Terminology and Settings. Gerontol Geriatr Med 2023; 9:23337214221142936. [PMID: 36726410 PMCID: PMC9884943 DOI: 10.1177/23337214221142936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2022] [Revised: 10/27/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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Socially isolated adults, including those with and without the ability to make medical decisions, are encountered in clinical practice and are at risk for adverse health outcomes. Consensus is lacking on appropriate terminology to describe subpopulations of these patients. In addition, little is known about the settings in which they present. These gaps prevent clinicians and policymakers from identifying and understanding these populations and deploying appropriate resources to meet their complex needs. We conducted a narrative review of literature on socially isolated adults aged 50 and older to assess and integrate the available evidence regarding the terminology used to describe unrepresented patients and adults without advocates to inform consensus on terminology. We also identified the settings in which unrepresented patients and adults without advocates are described in the literature, including both within and outside health care settings. Our results indicate that there is heterogeneity and inconsistency in the terminology used to describe socially isolated adults, as well as heterogeneity in the settings in which they are identified in the literature. Our findings suggest that future work should include achieving consensus on terminology and integrating proactive interdisciplinary interventions across health systems and communities to prevent adults without advocates from becoming unrepresented.
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- Rachel Brenner
- VA Salt Lake City Geriatric Research,
Education, and Clinical Center,Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine
at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, USA,Rachel Brenner, Division of Geriatrics,
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, University of Utah, 500 Foothill Dr, Mail
Code 182H, Salt Lake City, UT 84148, USA.
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- University of Utah College of Nursing,
Salt Lake City, USA
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- Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine
at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, USA
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Fidjeland TG, Øen KG. Parents' Experiences Using Digital Health Technologies in Paediatric Overweight and Obesity Support: An Integrative Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 20:ijerph20010410. [PMID: 36612733 PMCID: PMC9819819 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20010410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2022] [Revised: 12/22/2022] [Accepted: 12/23/2022] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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This study aimed to explore parents' perspectives regarding the use of digital health technologies in paediatric overweight and obesity weight support. A systematic search in 'Academic Search Premier', 'British Nursing Index', 'Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health', and 'Health Research Premium Collection' was conducted in November 2021. Inclusion criteria were English or Nordic peer-reviewed articles published after 2010, overweight and obese children aged 2-10, weight support using digital health technologies, and parental experiences examined. An integrative review was conducted using Joanna Briggs Institute quality appraisal checklists and a constant comparison analysis method. In total, 14 articles were analysed that included SMS, telephone, apps, websites, and social media as the main technology groups. A limitation of this review was the heterogenicity of the studies. The results indicate that parents, mostly mothers, had a positive experience, finding technologies helpful and easy to use, and expressed optimism toward future use. An option for interacting with others and the possibility of personalising support were enjoyed or requested. In conclusion, digital health technologies can be a suitable tool to empower the parents of children with overweight and obesity concerns, whose perspective should be considered during the design and support phases.
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D'Alton SV, Ridings L, Williams C, Phillips S. The bereavement experiences of children following sibling death: An integrative review. J Pediatr Nurs 2022; 66:e82-e99. [PMID: 35660123 DOI: 10.1016/j.pedn.2022.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2022] [Revised: 04/27/2022] [Accepted: 05/06/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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PROBLEM Sibling bereavement is one of the most distressing adverse life events during childhood but has received less attention in research than other forms of childhood bereavement. This integrative review identifies potential risk and protective factors for maladaptive coping following sibling bereavement and the influence of these factors on adjustment to loss. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Articles were limited to peer-reviewed studies, published in English in 2000 and beyond. Target population was bereaved siblings 0-18 years, and outcomes examined grief experiences by child self-report or parent-proxy report. SAMPLE The Whittemore and Knafl integrative framework was applied. Multidimensional Grief Theory guided the review with twenty-five studies synthesized across its domains: Separation Distress, Existential/Identity Crisis, and Circumstance-Related Distress. RESULTS Adjustment following sibling death is a complex process associated with a host of risk and protective factors that contribute to the bereavement process for this population. Age, sex, circumstance-related factors, continuing bonds, parental distress, and limited social support were critical influencing factors. CONCLUSION Definitive predictor variables were not identified but a combination of variables that influence the adjustment of bereaved siblings are discussed. IMPLICATIONS Future research is needed to explore the risk and protective factors of maladaptive coping to inform intervention development to promote individual and family adjustment following sibling death.
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- Shannon V D'Alton
- Medical University of South Carolina, College of Nursing, 99 Jonathan Lucas Street, MSC 160, Charleston, SC 29425, United States of America.
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- Medical University of South Carolina, College of Nursing, 99 Jonathan Lucas Street, MSC 160, Charleston, SC 29425, United States of America.
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- Medical University of South Carolina, Department of Pediatrics, 125 Doughty Street, MSC 917, Charleston, SC 29425, United States of America.
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- Medical University of South Carolina, College of Nursing, 99 Jonathan Lucas Street, MSC 160, Charleston, SC 29425, United States of America.
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Adverse maternal and child outcomes are associated with parenting stress. Adolescent mothers may be particularly susceptible to parenting stress because of conflicting parenting and developmental demands. We performed an integrative literature review to identify risk and protective factors for parenting stress, measured by the Parenting Stress Index (PSI), among adolescent mothers. Guided by Belsky's Determinants of Parenting Model (1984) and using Whittemore and Knafl's (2005) five-stage review method, we searched CINAHL, EMBASE, PsycINFO, and MEDLINE databases to identify 786 research articles. After quality appraisal, 26 articles were included. Risk and protective factors were categorized into themes within the context of Belsky's framework, including maternal attributes (e.g. maternal self-efficacy), child characteristics (e.g. child temperament), and contextual influences (e.g. perceived social support). The new conceptual model maps risks, protective factors, and nuanced areas for parenting stress and can guide researchers and clinicians in approaches to prevent and reduce parenting stress among adolescent mothers.
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- Yale School of Nursing, 400 West Campus Drive, Orange, CT
06477
- Yale Child Study Center, 230 South Frontage Rd, New Haven,
CT 06519
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Kutcher AM, LeBaron VT. A simple guide for completing an integrative review using an example article. J Prof Nurs 2022; 40:13-19. [DOI: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2022.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Revised: 02/01/2022] [Accepted: 02/02/2022] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Nagy A, McMahon A, Tapsell L, Deane F. The therapeutic relationship between a client and dietitian: A systematic integrative review of empirical literature. Nutr Diet 2022; 79:303-348. [PMID: 35324041 PMCID: PMC9543415 DOI: 10.1111/1747-0080.12723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2021] [Revised: 12/11/2021] [Accepted: 01/01/2022] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Aim Scientific evidence underpins dietetics practice; however, evidence of how the therapeutic relationship influences outcomes is limited. This integrative review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the topic of the therapeutic relationship between clients and dietitians in the individual counselling context by summarising empirical literature into qualitative themes. Methods An electronic literature search of the Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature, PsychInfo, Scopus and Web of Science databases was conducted in October 2018 and repeated in February 2021. Studies were included if they explicitly referred to the therapeutic relationship (or associated terms), were based on study data and available in full text. Extracted data were checked by a second researcher and the methodological quality was evaluated independently by two researchers using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. An iterative process of qualitatively coding, categorising and comparing data to examine recurring themes was applied. Results Seventy‐six studies met the inclusion criteria. Five themes were identified which showed the extent and nature of research in this area. Studies revealed the therapeutic relationship: (i) is valued within clinical dietetic practice, (ii) involves complex and multifactorial interactions, (iii) is perceived as having a positive influence, (iv) requires skills training and (v) is embedded in practice models and tools. Conclusion Studies show the therapeutic relationship is a valued and multifactorial component of clinical dietetic practice and is perceived to positively influence the client and dietitian. Observational data are needed to assess the extent to which the strength of the therapeutic relationship might contribute to clients' health outcomes.
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- Annaliese Nagy
- School of Medicine, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Health & Society, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Medicine, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Psychology, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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Lee S, Allison T, O’Neill D, Punch P, Helitzer E, Moss H. OUP accepted manuscript. Health Promot Int 2022; 37:i49-i61. [PMID: 35417003 PMCID: PMC9162174 DOI: 10.1093/heapro/daac024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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The majority of people living with dementia are cared for by their families. Family carers play a vital role in upholding the formal care system. Caring for a family member with dementia can be fulfilling. However, this role can have a considerable negative impact on family carers’ mental and physical health and quality of life. Several empirical research studies have recently been conducted that explore the potential benefits of music interventions for family carers of people living with dementia. Singing has been the primary musical medium employed. This article presents the first review of this literature to date. It investigates the impact of music interventions on the health and well-being of family carers of people living with dementia, and how they experience and perceive these interventions. Whittemore and Knafl’s five-stage integrative review framework was utilized: (i) problem identification; (ii) literature search; (iii) data evaluation; (iv) data analysis and synthesis; and (v) presentation of the findings. A total of 33 studies met the inclusion criteria. Analysis and synthesis resulted in three overarching themes: impact on family carers, carer perceptions of music interventions and null quantitative findings in small studies. The review found that singing and music interventions may improve family carers’ social and emotional well-being, enhance their ability to cope and care and ameliorate the caring relationship, contributing to experiences of flourishing. However, it highlighted that this area is under-researched and pointed to the need for larger, more rigorous studies.
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- Sophie Lee
- Health Research Institute, Ageing Research Centre, Irish World Academy of Music and Dance, University of Limerick, Limerick V94 T9PX, Ireland
- Corresponding author. E-mail:
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA
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- Centre for Ageing, Neurosciences and the Humanities, Trinity College Dublin, D02 PN40, Ireland
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- Glucksman Library, University of Limerick, Limerick V94 T9PX, Ireland
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- Health Research Institute, Ageing Research Centre, Irish World Academy of Music and Dance, University of Limerick, Limerick V94 T9PX, Ireland
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- Health Research Institute, Ageing Research Centre, Irish World Academy of Music and Dance, University of Limerick, Limerick V94 T9PX, Ireland
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Ferris-Day P, Hoare K, Wilson RL, Minton C, Donaldson A. An integrated review of the barriers and facilitators for accessing and engaging with mental health in a rural setting. Int J Ment Health Nurs 2021; 30:1525-1538. [PMID: 34482621 DOI: 10.1111/inm.12929] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The review investigated the barriers and facilitators associated with assessing and engaging with mental health in a rural setting. The aim is to describe and synthesize the literature that examines the experiences of adults who access or attempt to access mental health services in rural settings. A systematic search from 2010 to 2020 was conducted using CINAHL, PsycINFO, Web of Science Core Collection, PubMed, Psychology and Behavioural Sciences Collection, Google Scholar, and Scopus. PRISMA protocols located 32 relevant papers from the overall 573 first selected. Braun and Clarke (Qualitative Research in Psychology, 3:77-101, 2006) thematic analysis methodology was applied to the data resulting in two themes: first theme identified help-seeking with subthemes of stigma and locality of health services. The second theme was connectedness, inclusive of subthemes of support systems and personal identity. The review identified gender-related perspectives concerning accessing mental health support, exposing the need for more research to examine the diverse social connections and support networks in rural communities. The findings suggest the need to further explore the impediments that reduce the likelihood of accessing mental health services in rural communities.
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- School of Nursing, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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- School of Nursing, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand.,School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Nursing, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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- School of Nursing, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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Antony J, Sony M, Furterer S, McDermott O, Pepper M. Quality 4.0 and its impact on organizational performance: an integrative viewpoint. TQM JOURNAL 2021. [DOI: 10.1108/tqm-08-2021-0242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Purpose
Quality 4.0 is managing quality during the fourth industrial revolution. It is used by modern-day organizations as a strategy to compete and thrive in the marketplace. The purpose of this study is to analyze the potential impact of Quality 4.0 on organizational performance.
Design/methodology/approach
This study through an integrative literature review critically analyzed 41 previous literature articles to study the impact of Quality 4.0 on various metrics of organizational performance.
Findings
The results of the review suggest that Quality 4.0 may have an impact on financial performance, customer value proposition, internal business processes, learning and growth, environmental performance and social performance.
Research limitations/implications
This study is limited by the databases reviewed. The second limitation is that this study considered articles published in the English language. Therefore, articles published in other languages were not considered in this study.
Practical implications
Organizations can use the findings of this study to strongly leverage the implementation of Quality 4.0 to reach their strategic objectives and improve competitive advantage.
Originality/value
This is the first study to explore the impact of Quality 4.0 on organizational performance through an integrative literature review.
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Kuosmanen L, Hupli M, Ahtiluoto S, Haavisto E. Patient participation in shared decision-making in palliative care - an integrative review. J Clin Nurs 2021; 30:3415-3428. [PMID: 34028923 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.15866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2020] [Revised: 03/28/2021] [Accepted: 05/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Shared decision-making is a process where the decisions regarding patients' care are done in collaboration with the patient, the patient's family and a healthcare professional or an interdisciplinary team. Shared decision-making is considered to be a part of patient centred care, and it enables patient autonomy which is a cornerstone of palliative care. In the past, research on the experiences of palliative care patients' participation in shared decision-making involving a nurse has been limited as the focus has mainly been on specific medical interventions, rather than holistic palliative care. OBJECTIVES To synthesise research findings on patient participation in shared decision-making in palliative care. RESEARCH DESIGN An integrative literature review. METHODS The literature search was conducted by searching computerised databases (CINAHL, PubMed, PsychINFO and COCHRANE). The search resulted in 12 articles. The quality of the included articles was evaluated with JBI checklist, and the data analysis was done using inductive content analysis. Reporting was done according to a PRISMA checklist. FINDINGS Patients do participate in shared decision-making and desire to participate in everyday nursing care decisions, treatment-related medical decisions and end-of-life decisions. The prerequisites for patient participation in shared decision-making are interdisciplinary teamwork, open communication, good patient-healthcare professional relationship, a favourable environment and mutual information. CONCLUSION Palliative care patients do participate and desire to participate in decisions that cover a much broader range of topics than just medical interventions and this should be addressed in future research and in practise. The main responsibility for successful patient participation in shared decision-making lies with the healthcare professionals and the organisations providing palliative care. There is a need to conduct more research from the patient's perspective and explore the meaning of participating in shared decision-making from the patient's point of view.
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- Lotta Kuosmanen
- Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Helsinki University Hospital, Palliative Care Center, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku, Turku, Finland.,Hospital District of Satakunta, Pori, Finland
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Bowman C, Branjerdporn G, Turner K, Kamara M, Tyagi N, Reyes NJD, Stapelberg NJC. The impact of viral epidemics and pandemics on acute mental health service use: an integrative review. Health Psychol Rev 2021; 15:1-33. [PMID: 33550940 DOI: 10.1080/17437199.2021.1886864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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The aim of this integrative review was to examine the impact of past viral epidemics on mental health, with a specific focus on changes in numbers of acute mental health presentations and mental health service recommendations in response to this, in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Following PRISMA methodology, databases were searched for relevant publications. A total of 83 articles with a range of methodologies were included to ensure broad coverage of this rapidly emerging research area. The literature supports an initial increase in mental health concerns which generally do not reach the threshold for diagnosis with a mental illness, but present to frontline telephone services. There is a potential delay before community and hospital-based mental health services see an increase in new or relapsing mental illness presentations. However vulnerable populations, such as people with pre-existing mental illness, are at increased risk of mental health issues during such public health crises. Many of the general recommendations distilled from the literature are closely aligned with existing strategic frameworks for mental health service provision. However, in review of these frameworks, gaps in the literature become more apparent, such as a failure to include people with lived experience, peer workers, and First Nations People in the COVID-19 mental health response.
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- Candice Bowman
- Mental Health and Specialist Services, Gold Coast Health, Southport, Australia
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- Mental Health and Specialist Services, Gold Coast Health, Southport, Australia
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- Mental Health and Specialist Services, Gold Coast Health, Southport, Australia
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- Mental Health and Specialist Services, Gold Coast Health, Southport, Australia
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- Mental Health and Specialist Services, Gold Coast Health, Southport, Australia
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- Mental Health and Specialist Services, Gold Coast Health, Southport, Australia.,Faculty of Health Science and Medicine, Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia
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Dickins KA, Philpotts LL, Flanagan J, Bartels SJ, Baggett TP, Looby SE. Physical and Behavioral Health Characteristics of Aging Homeless Women in the United States: An Integrative Review. J Womens Health (Larchmt) 2020; 30:1493-1507. [PMID: 33290147 DOI: 10.1089/jwh.2020.8557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background: The average age of the homeless population is and will continue to rise. Although women comprise a significant and growing percentage of this vulnerable population, their age- and sex-specific health characteristics are poorly understood. Materials and Methods: This integrative review appraises published research addressing the physical and behavioral health characteristics of aging homeless women (≥50 years) in the United States (2000-2019). The authors searched six electronic databases to identify eligible studies. Studies were screened for methodological quality by using the Johns Hopkins Nursing Evidence-Based Practice model. The review is reported according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses. Results: Ten primary studies met the review eligibility criteria. All were level III (non-experimental); nine appraised as "good" quality (level B), and one as "lower" quality (level C). Aging homeless women demonstrate elevated rates of physical health conditions, related to suboptimal nutrition, lower than expected preventive health screening uptake, and geriatric concerns. Disproportionate rates of mental health conditions are compounded by substance use and interpersonal trauma. Familial and social dynamics and socioeconomic disadvantage contribute to social health concerns. Spiritual health is a critically important yet underexplored protective factor. Conclusions: Studies are limited, though collective findings suggest that aging homeless women endure a disproportionate physical, behavioral, and social health burden compared with aging non-homeless women and aging homeless men. Implications for research on early aging, preventative health strategies, and homelessness among women, and clinical practice in the context of geriatric and women's health are described.
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- Kirsten A Dickins
- Yvonne L. Munn Center for Nursing Research, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Treadwell Library, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Yvonne L. Munn Center for Nursing Research, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- William F. Connell School of Nursing, Boston College, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Mongan Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Mongan Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Yvonne L. Munn Center for Nursing Research, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Metabolism Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Spiritual Needs of Older Adults during Hospitalization: An Integrative Review. RELIGIONS 2020. [DOI: 10.3390/rel11100529] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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A hospital admission presents various challenges for a patient which often result in high or intense spiritual needs. To provide the best possible care for older adults during hospitalization, it is essential to assess patients’ spiritual needs. However, little research has been done into the spiritual needs of geriatric patients. This article seeks insight into what is known in the literature on the spiritual needs of geriatric patients. This integrative review presents a summary of the articles on this topic. To select eligible studies, the PRISMA Flow Diagram was used. This resulted in ten articles that have been reviewed. Results show (1) a wide interest in researching spiritual needs, using different research designs. In addition, (2) four subcategories of spiritual needs can be distinguished: (a) the need to be connected with others or with God/the transcendent/the divine, (b) religious needs, (c) the need to find meaning in life, and (d) the need to maintain one’s identity. Moreover, results show that (3) assessing spiritual needs is required to provide the best possible spiritual care, and that (4) there are four reasons for unmet spiritual needs. Further research is needed on the definition of spiritual needs and to investigate older patients’ spiritual needs and the relation with their well-being, mental health and religious coping mechanisms, in order to provide the best spiritual care.
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Hendrick CE, Cone JN, Cirullo J, Maslowsky J. Determinants of Long-acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) Initial and Continued Use among Adolescents in the United States. ADOLESCENT RESEARCH REVIEW 2020; 5:243-279. [PMID: 34056060 PMCID: PMC8159026 DOI: 10.1007/s40894-019-00126-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2019] [Accepted: 07/03/2019] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) has gained attention as a promising strategy for preventing unintended adolescent pregnancies in the United States. However, LARC use among adolescents at risk for pregnancy remains low compared to women in their 20s. The purpose of the current study was to synthesize the empirical literature published between 2010 and 2018 identifying the facilitators of and barriers to adolescents' (< age 20) LARC use in the United States. Thirty quantitative and qualitative studies were included in the current systematic review. The facilitators of and barriers to adolescent LARC use fell within five themes: LARC method characteristics, individual characteristics, social networks, healthcare systems, and historical time and geographical region. Barriers to adolescent LARC use largely echoed those identified in previous research noting the barriers to LARC use among young adult women (e.g., provider concerns with placing IUDs for nulliparous women, common adverse side effects associated with some LARC methods). However, qualitative studies identified adolescents' mothers as central figures in helping adolescents successfully obtain the LARC methods they desired. Conversely, adolescents' partners seemed to only play a minor role in adolescents' contraceptive decisions. Findings within the reviewed studies also suggested some subpopulations of adolescents may be experiencing pressure to initiate LARC use or have less ability to have their LARC device removed if they wish to discontinue use. Adolescent health practitioners and clinicians should consider the unique social-environmental influences of adolescents' contraceptive access and behaviors to best meet adolescents' contraceptive needs and desires.
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- C. Emily Hendrick
- Health Disparities Research Scholars Program, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology—Division of Reproductive & Population Health, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 667 WARF, 610 Walnut Street, Madison, WI 53726
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- Health Behavior & Health Education Program, Department of Kinesiology & Health Education, The University of Texas at Austin, 2109 San Jacinto Blvd., D3700, Austin, TX 78712-1415
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- Health Behavior & Health Education Program, Department of Kinesiology & Health Education, The University of Texas at Austin, 2109 San Jacinto Blvd., D3700, Austin, TX 78712-1415
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- Health Behavior & Health Education Program, Department of Kinesiology & Health Education, The University of Texas at Austin, 2109 San Jacinto Blvd., D3700, Austin, TX 78712-1415
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Kim H, Kim S, Kong SS, Jeong YR, Kim H, Kim N. Possible Application of Ecological Momentary Assessment to Older Adults' Daily Depressive Mood: Integrative Literature Review. JMIR Ment Health 2020; 7:e13247. [PMID: 32484442 PMCID: PMC7298638 DOI: 10.2196/13247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2019] [Revised: 01/31/2020] [Accepted: 03/31/2020] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Ecological momentary assessment is a method of investigating individuals' real-time experiences, behaviors, and moods in their natural environment over time. Despite its general usability and clinical value for evaluating daily depressive mood, there are several methodological challenges when applying ecological momentary assessment to older adults. OBJECTIVE The aims of this integrative literature review were to examine possible uses of the ecological momentary assessment methodology with older adults and to suggest strategies to increase the feasibility of its application in geriatric depression research and practice. METHODS We searched 4 electronic databases (MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and EMBASE) and gray literature; we also hand searched the retrieved articles' references. We limited all database searches to articles published in peer-reviewed journals from 2009 to 2019. Search terms were "ecological momentary assessment," "smartphone assessment," "real time assessment," "electronic daily diary," "mHealth momentary assessment," "mobile-based app," and "experience sampling method," combined with the relevant terms of depression. We included any studies that enrolled older adults even as a subgroup and that reported depressive mood at least once a day for more than 2 days. RESULTS Of the 38 studies that met the inclusion criteria, only 1 study enrolled adults aged 65 years or older as the entire sample; the remainder of the reviewed studies used mixed samples of both younger and older adults. Most of the analyzed studies (18/38, 47%) were quantitative, exploratory (descriptive, correlational, and predictive), and cohort in design. Ecological momentary assessment was used to describe the fluctuating pattern of participants' depressive moods primarily and to examine the correlation between mood patterns and other health outcomes as a concurrent symptom. We found 3 key methodological issues: (1) heterogeneity in study design and protocol, (2) issues with definitions of dropout and adherence, and (3) variation in how depressive symptoms were measured with ecological momentary assessment. Some studies (8/38, 21%) examined the age difference of participants with respect to dropout or poor compliance rate. Detailed participant burden was reported, such as technical problems, aging-related health problems, or discomfort while using the device. CONCLUSIONS Ecological momentary assessment has been used for comprehensive assessment of multiple mental health indicators in relation to depressive mood. Our findings provide methodological considerations for further studies that may be implemented using ecological momentary assessment to assess daily depressive mood in older adults. Conducting more feasibility studies focusing on older adults with standardized data collection protocols and mixed-methods research is required to reflect users' experiences. Further telepsychiatric evaluation and diagnosis based on ecological momentary assessment data should involve standardized and sophisticated strategies to maximize the potential of ecological momentary assessment for older adults with depression in the community setting.
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- Heejung Kim
- College of Nursing, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.,Mo-Im Kim Nursing Research Institute, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- College of Nursing, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.,Mo-Im Kim Nursing Research Institute, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- School of Nursing, College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University, Cheonan, Republic of Korea
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- Severance Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- College of Nursing, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Hirt J, Brinkmann S, Cadima R, Dichter MN, Golla A, Kaap-Fröhlich S, Kachler M, Lauer N, Meiling C, Messer M, Paulicke D, Saal S, Schmidt S, Schwarz C, Tholen R, Ulrich G, Warnke A, Abraham J. [Database indexing of health science journals from the German-speaking area: A journal analysis]. ZEITSCHRIFT FUR EVIDENZ FORTBILDUNG UND QUALITAET IM GESUNDHEITSWESEN 2020; 150-152:20-28. [PMID: 32439423 DOI: 10.1016/j.zefq.2020.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2020] [Revised: 04/07/2020] [Accepted: 04/07/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Journal hand searching offers the possibility to complement a literature search as part of systematic reviews and other evidence syntheses. Hand searching is indicated in cases where scientific journals with potentially relevant publications addressing the research question are not indexed in a literature database. However, it is often unclear whether these journals are actually indexed, and when they are, in which literature databases. In many cases, it is also unknown which journals should be searched by hand in addition to systematic literature search after databases to be searched have been specified. Therefore, the project aimed to investigate the indexation of selected scientific health science journals and to provide an overview of indexation in order to facilitate the hand search planning process. METHODS Journals from German-speaking countries covering eight professional fields (medical laboratory assistance, occupational therapy, midwifery, logopedics, nursing, physiotherapy, public health and rehabilitation) were considered that publish original research papers or systematic reviews or other review types in German and/or English. Two researchers per field identified relevant journals and independently analyzed the indexing locations using the journal websites. In case of missing information, we contacted the editors. RESULTS A total of 70 journals were included: from 1 to 17 journals per field. These journals are indexed in 1 to 29 databases. Twelve journals are not indexed or do not offer information concerning indexation. Indexation is distributed across n=74 different literature databases. Most journals are indexed in LIVIVO (n=55) and bibnet.org (n=33). Other common indexing databases are Scopus (n=18), Web of Science Core Collection (n=16), PSYNDEX (n=13), and Embase (n=10). CONCLUSIONS The results indicate a heterogeneous indexation of the included journals. Only a small number is indexed in common international literature databases such as MEDLINE or CINAHL. On the other hand, only a few journals are not indexed in any database. The results can be used as a basis to define databases for literature searches as part of systematic reviews. In addition, the findings might guide the selection of journals for hand searching after literature databases have been defined.
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- Julian Hirt
- Institut für Angewandte Pflegewissenschaft, Fachbereich Gesundheit, FHS St.Gallen, Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften, St.Gallen, Schweiz; Internationale Graduiertenakademie, Institut für Gesundheits- und Pflegewissenschaft, Medizinische Fakultät, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland; Fachbereich Gesundheitsfachberufe, Deutsches Netzwerk Evidenzbasierte Medizin e.V. (EbM-Netzwerk), Berlin, Deutschland.
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- Fakultät Wirtschafts- und Sozialwissenschaften, Hochschule Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland
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- Fachbereich Gesundheitswesen, Hochschule Niederrhein, Krefeld, Deutschland
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- Institut für Pflegewissenschaft, Universitätsklinikum Köln, Köln, Deutschland
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- Institut für Rehabilitationsmedizin, Medizinische Fakultät, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland
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- Fachbereich Gesundheitsfachberufe, Deutsches Netzwerk Evidenzbasierte Medizin e.V. (EbM-Netzwerk), Berlin, Deutschland; Campus Spittal, Fachhochschule Kärnten, Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Österreich
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- Fakultät Angewandte Sozial- und Gesundheitswissenschaften, Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Regensburg, Regensburg, Deutschland
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- Fachbereich Gesundheitsfachberufe, Deutsches Netzwerk Evidenzbasierte Medizin e.V. (EbM-Netzwerk), Berlin, Deutschland; Referat Standards und Qualität, Deutscher Verband der Ergotherapeuten, Karlsbad, Deutschland
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- Fachbereich Gesundheitsfachberufe, Deutsches Netzwerk Evidenzbasierte Medizin e.V. (EbM-Netzwerk), Berlin, Deutschland; Sektion externe Lehrende, APOLLON Hochschule der Gesundheitswirtschaft, Bremen, Deutschland
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- Internationale Graduiertenakademie, Institut für Gesundheits- und Pflegewissenschaft, Medizinische Fakultät, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland; Fachbereich Gesundheitsfachberufe, Deutsches Netzwerk Evidenzbasierte Medizin e.V. (EbM-Netzwerk), Berlin, Deutschland; Dorothea Erxleben Lernzentrum, Medizinische Fakultät, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland
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- Fachbereich Gesundheitsfachberufe, Deutsches Netzwerk Evidenzbasierte Medizin e.V. (EbM-Netzwerk), Berlin, Deutschland; Institut für Gesundheits- und Pflegewissenschaft, Medizinische Fakultät, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland
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- Institut für Rehabilitationsmedizin, Medizinische Fakultät, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland
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- Physio Deutschland, Deutscher Verband für Physiotherapie (ZVK) e.V., Köln, Deutschland
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- Careum Bildungsentwicklung, Careum Stiftung, Zürich, Schweiz
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- Fachbereich Gesundheitsfachberufe, Deutsches Netzwerk Evidenzbasierte Medizin e.V. (EbM-Netzwerk), Berlin, Deutschland; Fachrichtung Public Health & Health Education, Pädagogische Hochschule Freiburg, Freiburg, Deutschland
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- Fachbereich Gesundheitsfachberufe, Deutsches Netzwerk Evidenzbasierte Medizin e.V. (EbM-Netzwerk), Berlin, Deutschland; Institut für Gesundheits- und Pflegewissenschaft, Medizinische Fakultät, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland
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Dadipoor S, Ghaffari M, Safari-Moradabadi A. University students and AIDS: a systematic review of knowledge, attitudes towards AIDS in Iran. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADOLESCENCE AND YOUTH 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/02673843.2020.1758173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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- Sakineh Dadipoor
- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Center, Hormozgan Health Institute, Hormozgan University of Medical Sciences , Bandar Abbas, Iran
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- Professor of Health Education and Health Promotion, Environmental and Occupational Hazards Control Research Center, School of Public Health, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences , Tehran, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Public Health and Safety, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences , Tehran, Iran
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Title, abstract, and keyword searching resulted in poor recovery of articles in systematic reviews of epidemiologic practice. J Clin Epidemiol 2020; 121:55-61. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinepi.2020.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2019] [Revised: 10/18/2019] [Accepted: 01/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Soikkeli‐Jalonen A, Stolt M, Hupli M, Lemetti T, Kennedy C, Kydd A, Haavisto E. Instruments for assessing nurses’ palliative care knowledge and skills in specialised care setting: An integrative review. J Clin Nurs 2020; 29:736-757. [DOI: 10.1111/jocn.15146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2019] [Revised: 10/12/2019] [Accepted: 11/24/2019] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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- Department of Nursing Science Finland and Researcher Turku University Hospital University of Turku Turku Finland
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- Department of Nursing Science University of Turku Turku Finland
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- Department of Nursing Science Helsinki University Hospital University of Turku Turku Finland
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery Robert Gordon University Aberdeen UK
- Department of Nursing and Midwifery The University of Limerick Limerick Ireland
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery Robert Gordon University Aberdeen UK
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- Department of Nursing Science Satakunta Central Hospital University of Turku Turku Finland
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Han ER, Yeo S, Kim MJ, Lee YH, Park KH, Roh H. Medical education trends for future physicians in the era of advanced technology and artificial intelligence: an integrative review. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2019; 19:460. [PMID: 31829208 PMCID: PMC6907217 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-019-1891-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 89] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2019] [Accepted: 11/26/2019] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Medical education must adapt to different health care contexts, including digitalized health care systems and a digital generation of students in a hyper-connected world. The aims of this study are to identify and synthesize the values that medical educators need to implement in the curricula and to introduce representative educational programs. METHODS An integrative review was conducted to combine data from various research designs. We searched for articles on PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and EBSCO ERIC between 2011 and 2017. Key search terms were "undergraduate medical education," "future," "twenty-first century," "millennium," "curriculum," "teaching," "learning," and "assessment." We screened and extracted them according to inclusion and exclusion criteria from titles and abstracts. All authors read the full texts and discussed them to reach a consensus about the themes and subthemes. Data appraisal was performed using a modified Hawker 's evaluation form. RESULTS Among the 7616 abstracts initially identified, 28 full-text articles were selected to reflect medical education trends and suggest suitable educational programs. The integrative themes and subthemes of future medical education are as follows: 1) a humanistic approach to patient safety that involves encouraging humanistic doctors and facilitating collaboration; 2) early experience and longitudinal integration by early exposure to patient-oriented integration and longitudinal integrated clerkships; 3) going beyond hospitals toward society by responding to changing community needs and showing respect for diversity; and 4) student-driven learning with advanced technology through active learning with individualization, social interaction, and resource accessibility. CONCLUSIONS This review integrated the trends in undergraduate medical education in readiness for the anticipated changes in medical environments. The detailed programs introduced in this study could be useful for medical educators in the development of curricula. Further research is required to integrate the educational trends into graduate and continuing medical education, and to investigate the status or effects of innovative educational programs in each medical school or environment.
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- Eui-Ryoung Han
- Department of Medical Education, Chonnam National University Medical School, 264 Seoyang-ro, Hwasun-eup, Hwasun-gun, Jeollanam-do 58128 South Korea
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- Department of Medical Education, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, 680 Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu, 41944 South Korea
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- Department of Medical Education and Neurology, Kosin University College of Medicine, 262, Gamcheon-ro, Seo-gu, Busan, 49267 South Korea
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- Medical Education Center, College of Medicine, Korea University, 73 Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841 South Korea
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- Department of Medical Education, Gachon University College of Medicine, 38 Dokjeom-ro 3beon-gil, Namdong-gu, Incheon, 21565 South Korea
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- Department of Medical Education and the Institute for Medical Humanities, Inje University College of Medicine, 75-Bokji-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan, 47392 South Korea
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Sony M, Naik S. Key ingredients for evaluating Industry 4.0 readiness for organizations: a literature review. BENCHMARKING-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL 2019. [DOI: 10.1108/bij-09-2018-0284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 141] [Impact Index Per Article: 28.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Purpose
Industry 4.0 is the present trend in automation and data exchange in organizations. However, till today, there is no generic and common understanding in terms of assessing the Industry 4.0 readiness for organizations. The purpose of this paper is to identify the key ingredients for assessing Industry 4.0 readiness for organizations, the interrelationships that exist between these readiness factors and how future research should proceed given the research findings.
Design/methodology/approach
A systematic literature review (SLR) methodology of Tranfield et al. (2003) was employed to ensure the replicability and transparency of the review process. Altogether, 68 articles were identified for the final thematic analysis.
Findings
The SLR results generated six broad themes of readiness factors. The interrelationship mechanism between these factors was identified. In addition, 17 research propositions were elucidated.
Research limitations/implications
Being the first literature review on assessing Industry 4.0 readiness for organizations, it finds 17 research propositions which will give the future researchers a guideline for further research in Industry 4.0.
Practical implications
Although Industry 4.0 is the buzzword, very few organizations understand the concept in detail. This paper will help the organizations to identify the factors which they have to asses critically before implementing Industry 4.0 in an organization.
Originality/value
Nevertheless, there has been a lot of research on Industry 4.0; this is the first systematic literature to identify the key ingredients for assessing Industry 4.0 readiness for organizations.
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Kim S, Savage TA, Hershberger PE, Kavanaugh K. End-of-Life Care in Neonatal Intensive Care Units from an Asian Perspective: An Integrative Review of the Research Literature. J Palliat Med 2019; 22:848-857. [PMID: 30632880 DOI: 10.1089/jpm.2018.0304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background: End-of-life (EOL) care in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) can vary depending on religious beliefs of health care providers and families as well as the sociocultural environment. Although guidelines exist for EOL care in NICUs, most are based on Western studies, and little is known about such care in Asian countries, which have different religious and social background. Objective: This review synthesized empirical research to reveal the state of the science on infant EOL care in Asian countries. Design: This was an integrative review. Setting/Subjects: Data were collected from studies identified in CINAHL, Embase, PsycINFO, and PubMed. The search was limited to current empirical studies involving infant EOL care in Asian countries and published in English between 2007 and 2016. Results: Of 286 studies initially identified, 11 empirical studies conducted in Hong Kong, India, Israel, Japan, Mongolia, Taiwan, and Turkey were included in the review. Four themes were captured: factors influencing decision making, trends in decision making, practical aspects of EOL care, and health care providers' preparation. In most NICUs, health care providers controlled decisions regarding use of life-sustaining treatment, with parents participating in decision making no more than 60% of the time. Although care decisions were gradually changing from "do everything" for patient survival to a more palliative approach, comfort care at the EOL was chosen no more than 63% of the time. Conclusion: While infant EOL care practice and research vary by country, few articles address these matters in Asia. This integrative review characterizes infant EOL care in Asia and explores cultural influences on such care.
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- Sujeong Kim
- 1 Department of Nursing, College of Nursing, Seattle University, Seattle, Washington
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- 2 Department of Women, Children, and Family Health Science, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- 3 Department of Health Systems Science, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- 2 Department of Women, Children, and Family Health Science, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois.,4 Department of Nursing Research, Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Lewis-Smith H, Diedrichs PC, Rumsey N, Harcourt D. Efficacy of psychosocial and physical activity-based interventions to improve body image among women treated for breast cancer: A systematic review. Psychooncology 2018; 27:2687-2699. [PMID: 30161285 DOI: 10.1002/pon.4870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2018] [Revised: 08/01/2018] [Accepted: 08/20/2018] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Helena Lewis-Smith
- Centre for Appearance Research; University of the West of England; Bristol UK
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- Centre for Appearance Research; University of the West of England; Bristol UK
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- Centre for Appearance Research; University of the West of England; Bristol UK
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Bolmsjö I, Tengland PA, Rämgård M. Existential loneliness: An attempt at an analysis of the concept and the phenomenon. Nurs Ethics 2018; 26:1310-1325. [DOI: 10.1177/0969733017748480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Background: According to ethical guidelines, healthcare professionals should be able to provide care that allows for the patients’ values, customs and beliefs, and the existential issues that are communicated through them. One widely discussed issue is existential loneliness. However, much of the debate dealing with existential loneliness concludes that both the phenomenon and the concept are quite vague. Aim: To clarify what constitutes existential loneliness, and to describe its lived experiences. A further aim was to provide a definition of existential loneliness that can function as a tool for identifying the phenomenon and for differentiating it from other kinds of loneliness. Method: A literature review including theoretical and empirical studies. Different search strategies were used to gather the articles included in the study. The analysis of the empirical studies had an interpretative approach. The articles were also analysed with the aim of providing a definition of existential loneliness. This was done by means of criteria such as language, uniqueness, theory and usefulness. This study is not empirical and does therefore not require an ethics review. Results: The analysis resulted in two main characteristics. The first one was perceiving oneself as inherently separated (disconnected) from others and from the universe. The second one brings out emotional aspects of EL, such as isolation, alienation, emptiness and a feeling of being abandoned. The empirical findings were divided into two categories: experiences of EL and circumstances in which EL arises. A definition of EL is also suggested, based on the two main characteristics identified. Conclusion: In order to meet patients’ needs, it is an ethical duty for healthcare staff to be able to recognise experiences of EL, that is, to communicate with the patients about these experiences in an appropriate manner. This in turn demands knowledge about existential issues and skills to deal with them.
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Boyden JY, Curley MAQ, Deatrick JA, Ersek M. Factors Associated With the Use of U.S. Community-Based Palliative Care for Children With Life-Limiting or Life-Threatening Illnesses and Their Families: An Integrative Review. J Pain Symptom Manage 2018; 55:117-131. [PMID: 28807702 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2017.04.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2017] [Revised: 03/07/2017] [Accepted: 04/11/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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CONTEXT As children with life-limiting illnesses (LLIs) and life-threatening illnesses (LTIs) live longer, challenges to meeting their complex health care needs arise in homes and communities, as well as in hospitals. Integrated knowledge regarding community-based pediatric palliative care (CBPPC) is needed to strategically plan for a seamless continuum of care for children and their families. OBJECTIVES The purpose of this integrative review article is to explore factors that are associated with the use of CBPPC for U.S. children with LLIs and LTIs and their families. METHODS A literature search of PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, Google Scholar, and an ancestry search was performed to identify empirical studies and program evaluations published between 2000 and 2016. The methodological protocol included an evaluation of empirical quality and explicit data collection of synthesis procedures. RESULTS Forty peer-reviewed quantitative and qualitative methodological interdisciplinary articles were included in the final sample. Patient characteristics such as older age and a solid tumor cancer diagnosis and interpersonal factors such as family support were associated with higher CBPPC use. Organizational features were the most frequently discussed factors that increased CBPPC, including the importance of interprofessional hospice services and interorganizational care coordination for supporting the child and family at home. Finally, geography, concurrent care and hospice eligibility regulations, and funding and reimbursement mechanisms were associated with CBPPC use on a community and systemic level. CONCLUSION Multilevel factors are associated with increased CBPPC use for children with LLIs or LTIs and their families in the U.S.
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- Jackelyn Y Boyden
- University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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- University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Contextualizing the twin concepts of systematicity and transparency in information systems literature reviews. EUR J INFORM SYST 2017. [DOI: 10.1057/s41303-016-0020-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Lluch G, Sánchez-García S. La promoción de la lectura: un análisis crítico de los artículos de investigación. REVISTA ESPANOLA DE DOCUMENTACION CIENTIFICA 2017. [DOI: 10.3989/redc.2017.4.1450] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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La lectura es un tema que preocupa cada día más. Los bajos índices de consumo, los resultados de comprensión lectora de los alumnos y el reto que supone el nuevo contexto digital han provocado todo un debate en torno a la lectura y su promoción. Este artículo analiza las investigaciones publicadas entre 2000-2015 en revistas internacionales indexadas en Scopus y en WoS. Estos trabajos resaltan la necesidad de abordar esta temática desde una mirada interdisciplinar y empírica que permita establecer las bases para una correcta actuación y la consolidación de hábitos de lectura estables, especialmente entre los niños y jóvenes. Del análisis realizado se concluye que buena parte de la oferta actual en materia de promoción lectora es básicamente un intento para acercar los libros y la lectura de forma atractiva a los lectores más jóvenes, si bien son escasas todavía las investigaciones que se preocupan de los resultados de estas intervenciones.
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Gwyther AR, Walters AS, Hill CM. Rhythmic movement disorder in childhood: An integrative review. Sleep Med Rev 2017; 35:62-75. [DOI: 10.1016/j.smrv.2016.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2016] [Revised: 08/17/2016] [Accepted: 08/18/2016] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Doody O, Butler MP, Lyons R, Newman D. Families' experiences of involvement in care planning in mental health services: an integrative literature review. J Psychiatr Ment Health Nurs 2017; 24:412-430. [PMID: 28102020 DOI: 10.1111/jpm.12369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/13/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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UNLABELLED WHAT IS KNOWN ON THE SUBJECT?: Current policy advocates for the participation of family carers in care planning. Caring for a person with a mental illness requires a significant commitment from families to support their relative's recovery. WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS TO EXISTING KNOWLEDGE?: The evidence of family involvement in care planning is generally fraught with conflicting experiences related to different requirements between mental health professionals, families and service users. Confidentiality remains contentious at a practice level in terms of information sharing and decision-making. There is a requirement and need for a shared understanding around care planning between families and mental health professionals. WHAT ARE THE IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE?: The provision of written information pertaining to families regarding confidentiality is required at service level. Educational workshops concerning care planning and treatment options should be provided for service users, families and mental health professionals. Further research into effective service-wide strategies that explore with families how their engagement can be positively fostered in mental health services is warranted. ABSTRACT Introduction Mental health service policy stipulates that family carers be involved in care planning. Aim To identify families' experiences of care planning involvement in adult mental health services. Method An integrative review where electronic databases and grey literature were searched for papers published between 01 January 2005 and 10 February 2016. Results Fifteen papers met the inclusion criteria. Thematic analysis generated three themes: (1) families' experience of collaboration, (2) families' perceptions of professionals and (3) families' impressions of the care planning process. Collaborative decision-making is not regularly experienced by families with an 'us' and 'them' divide, perpetuated by a lack of communication, confidentiality constraints and a claim of 'insider knowledge' of service users. When involved, families perceive care planning to be uncoordinated and that their lived experiences are not always appreciated. Discussion Families need to be valued, empowered and engaged in care planning and the partnership distance be addressed. Accommodating the views of family, service user and professionals is preferable but not always possible. Our findings suggest that the key element for professionals is to value all 'insider knowledge' where possible. Implications for Practice Services should develop written information on confidentiality for families and facilitate open communication concerning their involvement in care planning.
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- O Doody
- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Cork Intergrative Service, Health Service Executive, Cork, Ireland
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Lin Y, Myall M, Jarrett N. Uncovering the decision-making work of transferring dying patients home from critical care units: An integrative review. J Adv Nurs 2017. [DOI: 10.1111/jan.13368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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- Yanxia Lin
- Faculty of Health Sciences; University of Southampton; Southampton UK
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- Faculty of Health Sciences; University of Southampton; Southampton UK
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- Faculty of Health Sciences; University of Southampton; Southampton UK
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The writer's guide to education scholarship in emergency medicine: Systematic reviews and the scholarship of integration (part 4). CAN J EMERG MED 2017; 20:626-633. [PMID: 28606201 DOI: 10.1017/cem.2017.29] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Reviews help scholars consolidate evidence and guide their educational practice. However, few papers describe how to effectively publish review papers. We completed a scoping review to develop a set of quality indicators that will assist junior authors to publish reviews and integrative scholarship. METHODS MEDLINE, Embase, ERIC, and Google Scholar were searched for English language articles published between 2012 and January 2016 using the terms review, medical education, how to publish, and emergency medicine. Titles and abstracts were reviewed by two authors and included if they focused on how to publish a review or outlined reporting guidelines of reviews. The articles were reviewed in parallel for calibration, and disagreements were resolved through a consensus. RESULTS A full text review of the 25 articles was conducted, and 196 recommendations were extracted from 13 articles. A hand search of the included articles' reference lists and expert recommendation found an additional eight articles. These recommendations were thematically analysed into a list of seven themes and 32 items. Additionally, seven evaluation tools and reporting guidelines were found to guide researchers in optimizing their reviews for publication. CONCLUSION In emergency medicine education, review articles can help synthesize educational research so that educators can engage in evidence-based scholarly teaching. We hope that this work will act as an introduction to those interested in engaging in integrative scholarship by providing them with a guide to key quality markers and important checklists for improving their research.
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Meta-analysis, the statistical combination of results from multiple studies, can be used to summarize all of the available research on an intervention, etiology, descriptive, or diagnostic test accuracy question. Meta-analysis should be conducted as a component of a systematic review, to increase transparency in the selection of studies and to incorporate an evaluation of the risk of bias in the individual studies included in the meta-analysis. The process of meta-analysis may include a forest plot to graphically display the study results and the calculation of a weighted average summary effect size. Heterogeneity (differences in the effect size between studies) can be evaluated using formal statistics and the reasons for heterogeneity can be explored using sub-group analysis or meta-regression. Thus, meta-analysis may be a useful methodology for preharvest food safety research to aid in policy or clinical decision-making or to provide input to quantitative risk assessment or other models.
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The aging population is growing increasingly more diverse, with one in four older adults from an ethnic minority group by 2050, while the nursing force will largely remain members of a single race White population. The purpose of this review is to appraise the state of nursing knowledge in relationship to meeting the needs of elders in unique racial/ethnic groups using two approaches: evaluating the efficacy of current knowledge and evaluating the state of nursing knowledge about ethnocultural gerontological nursing based on an integrative review of nursing literature. Thirty-four articles were reviewed. Most articles used qualitative methodology focused on a single ethnic group, with several articles focused on health promotion/prevention. Cultural perspectives were better addressed than aging concepts and few articles integrated ethnocultural and gerontological nursing concepts. This evaluation indicates many gaps in the knowledge base about ethnocultural gerontological nursing. Specific areas for future knowledge development are identified.
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- University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Rutledge DN. Resources for Assisting Nurses to Use Evidence as a Basis for Home Care Nursing Practice. HOME HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT AND PRACTICE 2016. [DOI: 10.1177/1084822304272930] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Resources are needed throughout the process of implementing evidence-based practice from the initial search for evidence through the evaluation of outcomes. Administrative support is a critical resource for any change to occur and be maintained. This article describes the resources that are available and that may be useful at different phases of the evidence-based practice process. For example, to find prepared literature syntheses and guidelines, nurses need either a medical librarian or expertise in using computerized bibliographic databases. Tools are described for use in (a) critical appraisal of literature and guidelines and (b) evaluation of the context in which a practice change is being considered.
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Introduction: This systematic review seeks to identify the intended
components of the role of care coordinator for children with complex care needs
and the factors that determine its composition in practice. Theory and methods: The initial search identified 1,157 articles, of
which 37 met the inclusion criteria. They were quality assessed using the SIGN
hierarchy of evidence structure. Results: Core components of the role include: coordination of care
needs, planning and assessment, specialist support, emotional support,
administration and logistics and continuing professional development.
Influencing factors on the role include the external environment (political and
socio-economic), the internal environment (organisational structure and funding
protocols), the skills, qualifications and experience of the coordinator, the
family circumstances and the nature of the interaction between the care
coordinator and the family. Discussion: The lack of consistent terminology creates challenges
and there is a need for greater consensus on this issue. Organisations and
healthcare professionals need to recognise the extent to which contextual
factors influence the role of a care coordinator in practice and plan
accordingly. Despite evidence that suggests that the role is pivotal in ensuring
that care needs are sustained, there remains great variability in the
understanding of the role of a care coordinator for this population. Conclusions: As the provision of care increasingly moves closer to
home there is a need for greater understanding of the nature and composition of
the interaction between care coordinators and families to determine the extent
to which appropriate services are being provided. Further work in this area
should take into consideration any potential variance in service provision, for
example any potential inequity arising due to geographic location. It is also
imperative, where appropriate, to seek the views of children with complex care
needs and their siblings about their experiences.
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Park E, Kim H, Steinhoff A. Health-Related Internet Use by Informal Caregivers of Children and Adolescents: An Integrative Literature Review. J Med Internet Res 2016; 18:e57. [PMID: 26940750 PMCID: PMC4796403 DOI: 10.2196/jmir.4124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2014] [Revised: 06/17/2015] [Accepted: 08/18/2015] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Internet-based health resources can support informal caregivers who are caring for children or adolescents with health care needs. However, few studies discriminate informal caregivers’ needs from those of their care recipients or those of people caring for adults. Objective This study reviews the literature of health-related Internet use among informal caregivers of children and adolescents. Methods A total of 17 studies were selected from literature searches conducted in 6 electronic databases: PubMed, Cochrane, CINAHL, PsycINFO, ERIC, and EMBASE. All databases searches were limited to articles published in the years 2004 to 2014 in peer-reviewed publications. Search terms consisted of “health-related Internet use,” “eHealth,” “Internet use for health-related purpose(s),” “Web-based resource(s),” and “online resources,” combined with informal caregiver (or “parents”) of “child,” “adolescent,” “student,” “youth,” and “teen.” The age range of the children receiving care was limited to younger than 22 years. Their informal caregivers were defined as persons (parents) who provided unpaid care or assistance to a child or an adolescent with health problems. Results Among 17 empirical studies, the majority of informal caregivers of children with medical issues were the parents. Quantitative studies (14/17, 77%) reported prevalence and predictors of health-related Internet use, while mixed-methods and qualitative studies (3/17, 24%) investigated informal caregiver perceptions of helpful health-related Internet use and barriers of use. The prevalence of health-related Internet use varied (11%-90%) dependent upon how health-related Internet use was operationalized and measured. Disease-specific information was used for decision making about treatment, while social support via virtual communities and email were used for informal caregiver emotional needs. A digital divide of Internet access was identified in lower educated minorities. Most studies had methodological challenges resulting from convenience sampling, cross-sectional surveys, lack of theoretical frameworks, or no clear definitions of health-related Internet use. Conclusions This study provides an important understanding of how family members use Internet-based information and support systems during child caregiving. Healthcare providers and policy makers should integrate family needs into their current practices and policies. Further rigorous research is required to design efficient and effective nursing interventions.
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- Eunhee Park
- University of North Carolina at Greensboro, School of Nursing, Greensboro, NC, United States
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Priester MA, Browne T, Iachini A, Clone S, DeHart D, Seay KD. Treatment Access Barriers and Disparities Among Individuals with Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders: An Integrative Literature Review. J Subst Abuse Treat 2015; 61:47-59. [PMID: 26531892 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsat.2015.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 272] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2015] [Revised: 09/08/2015] [Accepted: 09/29/2015] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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The purpose of this integrative review is to examine and synthesize extant literature pertaining to barriers to substance abuse and mental health treatment for persons with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders (COD). Electronic searches were conducted using ten scholarly databases. Thirty-six articles met inclusion criteria and were examined for this review. Narrative review of these articles resulted in the identification of two primary barriers to treatment access for individuals with COD: personal characteristics barriers and structural barriers. Clinical implications and directions for future research are discussed. In particular, additional studies on marginalized sub-populations are needed, specifically those that examine barriers to treatment access among older, non-White, non-heterosexual populations.
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- Mary Ann Priester
- College of Social Work, DeSaussure College, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, 29208.
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- College of Social Work, DeSaussure College, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, 29208
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- College of Social Work, DeSaussure College, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, 29208
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- College of Social Work, DeSaussure College, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, 29208
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- College of Social Work, DeSaussure College, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, 29208
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- College of Social Work, DeSaussure College, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, 29208
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Leger J, Letourneau N. New mothers and postpartum depression: a narrative review of peer support intervention studies. HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY 2015; 23:337-348. [PMID: 25346377 DOI: 10.1111/hsc.12125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/23/2014] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Postpartum depression (PPD) is a serious maternal mental health issue that negatively impacts new mothers and their infants. Various interventions have been studied and one that has shown promise is social support delivered by peers. Understanding what previous studies on peer support interventions have found will contribute to the development and implementation of future peer support interventions for women with PPD. To this end, a systematic search and narrative review of studies that investigated peer support interventions for PPD was conducted. Relevant studies were identified using CINAHL, Medline, PsychINFO and the Cochrane Library published between 2000 and 2010. Six studies matching inclusion criteria were reviewed. Each of the studies had specific selection criteria and some used screening tools for recruitment. There were differences regarding the criteria for volunteers. All volunteers participated in some form of training and had support from a co-ordinator. Interventions varied in terms of length and nature of support offered, frequency and mode of delivery. Volunteers reported positively on their experience, although there were some challenges in providing support. Overall findings suggest that interventions should be targeted and take into consideration the age of the mother, any cultural and linguistic differences, the mother's circumstances and her needs. All volunteers should receive training before providing support and be screened for their ability to commit their time. Although the results were mixed, they provide insights into how peer support volunteers can be an innovative part of a team approach to PPD intervention.
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- Joni Leger
- School of Graduate Studies, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
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Deshaies K, Akhtar-Danesh N, Kaasalainen S. An evaluation of chronic pain questionnaires in the adult population. J Nurs Meas 2015; 23:22-39. [PMID: 25985493 DOI: 10.1891/1061-3749.23.1.22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Considering pain's subjectivity, measurement and its processes are indispensable to clinicians and researchers. Development and testing methods of recently published chronic pain questionnaires were analyzed to determine the state of measurement in chronic pain. METHODS There were 8 questionnaires analyzed against 28 criteria, which combined specific testing standards and commonly accepted reliability statistics. RESULTS Only 1 questionnaire received a rating of good method quality. The 7 remaining questionnaires received a rating of poor method quality. CONCLUSIONS Newly developed chronic pain self-report questionnaires revealed deficiencies in construction and testing methods. It is proposed that an adapted version of the Standards of Educational and Psychological Testing serves as a useful guide for developing and testing new health questionnaires.
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Nichols M, Newman S, Nemeth LS, Magwood G. The influence of parental participation on obesity interventions in african american adolescent females: an integrative review. J Pediatr Nurs 2015; 30:485-93. [PMID: 25648656 DOI: 10.1016/j.pedn.2014.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2014] [Revised: 12/10/2014] [Accepted: 12/10/2014] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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African American adolescent females have the highest prevalence rates of obesity among those age 18 and under. The long-term health effects and associated comorbidities of obesity within this cohort threaten the health and well-being of a major section of the U.S. population. There is a need to understand the influence of parental support in reducing obesity related health disparities. Using a social ecological framework to explore parental influence on adolescent obesity interventions allows for greater insight into the complex and dynamic influences affecting the lives of African American adolescent females who are obese.
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- Michelle Nichols
- Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC; Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, Richmond, VA.
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- Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
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Morgan S, Pullon S, McKinlay E. Observation of interprofessional collaborative practice in primary care teams: An integrative literature review. Int J Nurs Stud 2015; 52:1217-30. [PMID: 25862411 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2015.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 170] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2014] [Revised: 02/26/2015] [Accepted: 03/10/2015] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Interprofessional collaboration improves patient care, especially for those patients with complex and/or chronic conditions. Many studies examining collaborative practice in primary care settings have been undertaken, yet identification of essential elements of effective interprofessional collaboration in primary care settings remains obscure. OBJECTIVE To examine the nature of interprofessional collaboration (including interprofessional collaborative practice) and the key influences that lead to successful models of interprofessional practice in primary care teams, as reported in studies using direct observation methods. DESIGN Integrative review using Whittemore and Knafl's (2005) five stage framework: problem identification, literature search, data evaluation, data analysis and presentation. Data sources and review method: Primary research studies meeting the search criteria were accessed from MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Scopus, King's Fund and Informit Health Collection databases, and by hand-searching reference lists. From 2005 to 2013, 105 studies closely examining elements of interprofessional collaboration were identified. Of these, 11 studies were identified which incorporated a range of 'real time' direct observation methods where the collaborative practice of health professionals was closely observed. RESULTS Constant opportunity for effective, frequent, informal shared communication emerged as the overarching theme and most critical factor in achieving and sustaining effective interprofessional collaboration and interprofessional collaborative practice in this review. Multiple channels for repeated (often brief) informal shared communication were necessary for shared knowledge creation, development of shared goals, and shared clinical decision making. Favourable physical space configuration and 'having frequent brief time in common' were key facilitators. CONCLUSION This review highlights the need to look critically at the body of research purported to investigate interprofessional collaboration in primary care settings and suggests the value of using direct observational methods to elucidate this. Direct observation of collaborative practice in everyday work settings holds promise as a method to better understand and articulate the complex phenomena of interprofessional collaboration, yet only a small number of studies to date have attempted to directly observe such practice. Despite methodological challenges, findings suggest that observation data may contribute in a unique way to the teamwork discourse, by identifying elements of interprofessional collaborative practice that are not so obvious to individuals when asked to self-report.
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- Sonya Morgan
- Department of Primary Health Care and General Practice, University of Otago, Wellington, New Zealand.
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- Department of Primary Health Care and General Practice, University of Otago, Wellington, New Zealand
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- Department of Primary Health Care and General Practice, University of Otago, Wellington, New Zealand
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McInnes S, Peters K, Bonney A, Halcomb E. An integrative review of facilitators and barriers influencing collaboration and teamwork between general practitioners and nurses working in general practice. J Adv Nurs 2015; 71:1973-85. [PMID: 25731727 DOI: 10.1111/jan.12647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 110] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/02/2015] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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AIM To identify facilitators and barriers influencing collaboration and teamwork between general practitioners and nurses working in general (family) practice. BACKGROUND Internationally, a shortage of doctors entering and remaining in general practice and an increasing burden of chronic disease has diversified the nurse's role in this setting. Despite a well-established general practice nursing workforce, little attention has been paid to the ways doctors and nurses collaborate in this setting. DESIGN Integrative literature review. DATA SOURCES CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Life, Cochrane Library, Joanna Briggs Institute Library of Systematic Reviews and Trove (dissertation and theses) were searched for papers published between 2000 and May 2014. REVIEW METHODS This review was informed by the approach of Whittemore and Knafl (2005). All included papers were assessed for methodological quality. Findings were extracted, critically examined and grouped into themes. RESULTS Eleven papers met the inclusion criteria. Thematic analysis revealed three themes common to the facilitators of and barriers to collaboration and teamwork between GPs in general practice: (1) roles and responsibilities; (2) respect, trust and communication; and (3) hierarchy, education and liability. CONCLUSION This integrative review has provided insight into issues around role definition, communication and organizational constraints which influence the way nurses and general practitioners collaborate in a team environment. Future research should investigate in more detail the ways doctors and nurses work together in general practice and the impact of collaboration on nursing leadership and staff retention.
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- Susan McInnes
- School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Nursing & Midwifery, University of Western Sydney, Campbelltown, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Medicine, University of Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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Methods, Levels of Evidence, Strength of Recommendations for Treatment Statements for Evidence-Based Report Cards. J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs 2015; 42:16-8. [DOI: 10.1097/won.0000000000000104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Aas IHM. Collecting Information for Rating Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF): Sources of Information and Methods for Information Collection. CURRENT PSYCHIATRY REVIEWS 2014; 10:330-347. [PMID: 25598769 PMCID: PMC4287015 DOI: 10.2174/1573400509666140102000243] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2013] [Revised: 06/18/2013] [Accepted: 12/06/2013] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) is an assessment instrument that is known worldwide. It is widely used for rating the severity of illness. Results from evaluations in psychiatry should characterize the patients. Rating of GAF is based on collected information. The aim of the study is to identify the factors involved in collecting information that is relevant for rating GAF, and gaps in knowledge where it is likely that further development would play a role for improved scoring. METHODS A literature search was conducted with a combination of thorough hand search and search in the bibliographic databases PubMed, PsycINFO, Google Scholar, and Campbell Collaboration Library of Systematic Reviews. RESULTS Collection of information for rating GAF depends on two fundamental factors: the sources of information and the methods for information collection. Sources of information are patients, informants, health personnel, medical records, letters of referral and police records about violence and substance abuse. Methods for information collection include the many different types of interview - unstructured, semi-structured, structured, interviews for Axis I and II disorders, semistructured interviews for rating GAF, and interviews of informants - as well as instruments for rating symptoms and functioning, and observation. The different sources of information, and methods for collection, frequently result in inconsistencies in the information collected. The variation in collected information, and lack of a generally accepted algorithm for combining collected information, is likely to be important for rated GAF values, but there is a fundamental lack of knowledge about the degree of importance. CONCLUSIONS Research to improve GAF has not reached a high level. Rated GAF values are likely to be influenced by both the sources of information used and the methods employed for information collection, but the lack of research-based information about these influences is fundamental. Further development of GAF is feasible and proposals for this are presented.
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- I. H. Monrad Aas
- Research Unit, Division of Mental Health and Addiction, Vestfold Hospital Trust, PO Box 2267, 3103 Tönsberg, Norway
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