Results 71 to 80 of about 4,895 (208)

Community Paramedicine: Higher Education as An Enabling Factor

Australasian Journal of Paramedicine, 2014
The aim of this case study was to describe one rural community paramedic model and identify enablers related to the implementation of the model. It was undertaken in the County of Renfrew, Ontario, Canada where a community paramedicine role has emerged in response to demographic changes and broader health system reform.
Christine Stirling, Peter O'Meara, Michel Ruest   +2 more
openaire   +3 more sources

The role of the emergency department in the management of acute heart failure: an international perspective on education and research [PDF]

, 2015
Emergency departments are a major entry point for the initial management of acute heart failure (AHF) patients throughout the world. The initial diagnosis, management and disposition - the decision to admit or discharge - of AHF patients in the emergency
Bueno, Hector, Collins, Sean P, DI SOMMA, Salvatore, Diercks, Deborah B, Gray, Alasdair, Harjola, Veli Pekka, Hollander, Judd E, Lambrinou, Ekaterini, Levy, Phillip D, Miró, Òscar, Möckel, Martin, Pang, Peter S, Papa, Annmarie   +12 more
core   +1 more source

Self‐Determination Theory as a Framework for Research and Design of Digital Applications for Nurses' Well‐Being

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To establish the suitability of self‐determination theory as a theoretical framework to inform research and design of digital applications for nurses' well‐being. Design and Method This discursive paper describes the background and core premises of self‐determination theory and explains its relevance as a theoretical framework to support ...
James Hindman, Joel Zugai, Kim Foster, Toby Raeburn   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Pneumothorax Identified by a Remote Physician Using Paramedic-obtained Tele-ultrasound: Case Report

Clinical Practice and Cases in Emergency Medicine
Introduction: The use of telemedicine and ultrasound is emerging and novel in the field of community paramedicine. However, there is a paucity of data supporting its use and even less evidence that shows a morbidity and mortality benefit.
Shriman Balasubramanian, Michael DeFilippo, Michael Stone, Gabriela Galli, Matthew McCarty, Brock Daniels   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Community Paramedicine in Rural Areas: State and Local Findings and the Role of the State Flex Program (Policy Brief #35) [PDF]

, 2014
This study examined the evidence base for community paramedicine in rural communities, the role of community paramedics in rural healthcare delivery systems, the challenges faced by states in implementing community paramedicine programs, and the role of ...
Gale, John A., MS, Pearson, Karen B., MLIS, MA, Shaler, George, MPH   +2 more
core   +1 more source

Qualitative results from a phase II pilot randomised controlled trial of a lymphoma nurse-led model of survivorship care [PDF]

, 2018
Purpose: To explore and describe lymphoma survivors’ thoughts and perceptions of the components of a nurse led lymphoma survivorship clinic intervention. Methods: An exploratory, qualitative descriptive study using interviews from 10 participants who had
Bulsara, Caroline, Monterosso, Leanne, Taylor, Karen   +2 more
core   +2 more sources

Effectiveness of Organisational Strategies for Pressure Injury Prevention and Treatment in Acute Hospital Settings: A Systematic Review

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To investigate the effects of organisational interventions on the incidence, healing and management of pressure injuries in adult patients in acute hospital settings. Design Systematic review. Methods The review included adult patients at risk of or with pre‐existing pressure injuries in acute hospital settings, excluding mental health ...
Jake McMahon, Elizabeth McInnes, Ching Shan Wan, Nicola Straiton, Louisa Lam, Jane Rodgers, Jessica Dickson, Paul Fulbrook   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Weathering the Double Storm—Resilience in Chinese Older Cancer Patients With Long COVID: A Qualitative Study

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To explore the lived experiences of Chinese older adult cancer patients in Hong Kong navigating the challenges of long COVID. Design A descriptive phenomenological study. Methods Semi‐structured interviews were conducted with 27 purposively sampled older Chinese cancer survivors in Hong Kong between January 2023 and January 2024. Data were
Alice Yip, Jeff Yip, Zoe Tsui, Chun‐Sze Angela Chan, Choi‐Ping Lam, Jan Lok‐Sang Ching, Rachel Ka‐Man Yip, Graeme Drummond Smith   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

The role of the mentor in professional knowledge development across four professions [PDF]

Purpose - Against a British policy backdrop, which places an ever-increasing emphasis on workplace learning in pre-service professional programmes, this paper investigates the contribution of the mentor to professional knowledge development in nursing ...
Ambrose, J, Burke, B, Davenport, J, Peiser, G   +3 more
core   +1 more source

A Descriptive Qualitative Study of Patient and Carer Perspectives on the Acceptability of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To provide a structured analysis of the acceptability of transcatheter aortic valve implantation to support clinical conversations, decision making and recovery for older adults with aortic stenosis and their carers. Background While transcatheter aortic valve implantation is an effective treatment for heart valve disease, its ...
Nicola Straiton, Robyn Gallagher, Janice Gullick   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source