As many patients with inflammatory arthritis (IA) have chronic pain, understanding how to best assess and manage pain in IA is a priority. Comorbid depression is prevalent in adults with IA, affecting 15% to 39% of people. Although pain and depression are thought to be associated in IA, this concept is largely based on cross‐sectional data.
Natasha Cox+3 more
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Choosing a career : why not nursing? : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy in Nursing at Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand [PDF]
In today's society, young people have many different opportunities for career choices. Nursing is a career that could offer many challenges and rewards to young people, yet most do not choose a career in nursing. This research project aims to explore how
Pool, Leanne Gay
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Objective Our objective was to examine the relationship between colchicine plasma concentrations and clinical and demographic factors and to determine the relationship between colchicine concentrations and colchicine efficacy and colchicine‐specific adverse events.
Lisa K. Stamp+8 more
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PRÁCTICAS PROFESIONALES EN LA RELACIÓN CON LOS MODELOS DE ENFERMERÍA Y BIOMÉDICO [PDF]
Objectives: to analyze the connections of professional practices with the nursing and biomedical models and identify the factors involved in the professional dynamics.
Mendes, João
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Objective The Plants for Joints intervention (PFJ), including a whole‐food plant‐based diet, exercise, and stress reduction, reduced signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or metabolic syndrome‐associated hip or knee osteoarthritis (MSOA) compared to usual care. This study examined outcomes two years later. Methods After two 16‐week randomized
Carlijn A. Wagenaar+10 more
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Developing clinical skill competency of undergraduate nursing students utilising a simulated psychomotor skill laboratory and model of self-directed learning : an evaluation research study : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy in Nursing at Massey University [PDF]
Nursing education today emphasises higher-level thought processes than in the past. The requirement for Bachelor of Nursing students to also demonstrate competence in the core clinical skills is critical for safe professional practice.
Vernon, Rachael Anne
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A support worker's guide to models of living and nursing [PDF]
As a follow-up to the author’s recent thoughts on ‘understanding the nursing process’ (Stonehouse, 2017), this article examines the two complementary models of Roper, Logan and Tierney (1980): their model of living and model of nursing.
Bayliss R, Hamilton P, Whittam S
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Ageism in Rheumatology: the Healthcare Professional's Perspective
Objective Ageism (age‐based stereotypes, prejudice, or discrimination) is prevalent and linked to prolonged disability and reduced lifespan in older adults. Little is known about ageism within rheumatology. This study explores the healthcare professional's (HCP) perception of the care of older adults and how ageist attitudes or perspectives may impact ...
Aaron P. Smith+4 more
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Problem-based learning in action: The development of The Virtual Health and Wellness Centre [PDF]
Nursing education in Australia has undergone significant change over the past 30 years. Most notably, the transfer from a traditional apprenticeship model to that of a professional degree based course in the tertiary sector.
Metcalfe, Helene
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Recommendations From the International Consortium on Professional Nursing Practice in Long-Term Care Homes [PDF]
In response to the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics’ global agenda for clinical research and quality of care in nursing homes, the International Consortium on Professional Nursing Practice in Long Term Care Homes (the Consortium ...
Anderson, R.A.+13 more
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