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There are several studies that have targeted student nurses, but few have clarified the details pertaining to the specific ethical problems in clinical practice with the viewpoint of the nursing faculty. This ...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:23
Published on: 12 May 2017
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The majority of residents in care homes in the United Kingdom are living with dementia or significant memory problems. Caring in this setting can be difficult and stressful for care staff who work long hours, ...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:22
Published on: 8 May 2017
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Despite advanced nursing roles having a research competency, participation in research is low. There are many barriers to participation in research and few interventions have been developed to address these. T...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:21
Published on: 2 May 2017
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To explore reasons of non-vaccinated nursing staff for declining seasonal influenza vaccination. The annual influenza vaccination of healthcare workers reduces morbidity and mortality among vulnerable patients...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:20
Published on: 28 April 2017
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The incidence of incivility in nursing education is increasing in most countries and it is affecting the culture of safety and the teaching-learning processes. Despite reports of increasing trends, little is k...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:19
Published on: 21 April 2017
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An increasingly older population, improved diagnostics and treatment increase the number of older cancer survivors, thus more than 60% of those affected by cancer are over the age of 65. Symptom relief and the...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:18
Published on: 20 April 2017
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The rapid growth in the use of mobile technology in Australia has outpaced its governance, especially in healthcare settings. Whilst some Australian professional bodies and organisations have developed standar...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:17
Published on: 19 April 2017
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There is a shortage of registered nurses in the European Union (EU), and job dissatisfaction and perceived high work–family conflict have been identified as causes of nursing staff turnover. Reducing work hour...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:16
Published on: 4 April 2017
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Increases in ageing, chronic illness and complex co-morbidities in the Australian population are adding pressure to the primary care nursing workforce. Initiatives to attract and retain nurses are needed to es...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:14
Published on: 23 March 2017
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In the healthcare sector, we often come across the burnout syndrome. It is an occupational syndrome which causes, physical and emotional exhaustion. More information is needed on the dangers of burnout and how...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:15
Published on: 23 March 2017
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Shortages and maldistribution of nurses remain significant problems in many countries. Having appropriate intervention strategies to retain nurses in underserved areas, where they are most needed, are crucial ...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:13
Published on: 21 March 2017
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Antibiotic overuse causes antibiotic resistance, one of the most important threats to human health. Older adults, particularly those in nursing homes, often receive antibiotics when they are not indicated.
BMC Nursing 2017 16:12
Published on: 11 March 2017
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Not much is known about emergency care delivered in patients’ homes or other out-of-hospital settings. This study aims to describe out-of-hospital emergency staff’s experiences of encountering and counseling p...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:11
Published on: 23 February 2017
Study protocol
Guidelines on urinary incontinence recommend that absorbent products are only used as a coping strategy pending definitive treatment, as an adjunct to ongoing therapy, or for long-term management after all tre...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:10
Published on: 22 February 2017
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The incidence of head and neck cancer is increasing slightly. Head and neck cancer but also it’s necessary and often successful treatment may affect general domains of health-related quality of life and provok...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:9
Published on: 21 February 2017
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Despite the fact that public and private nursing schools have contributed significantly to the Thai health system, it is not clear whether and to what extent there was difference in job preferences between typ...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:8
Published on: 23 January 2017
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Delirium is a common clinical problem with acute and fluctuating onset. Early notification of its symptoms can lead to earlier detection and management of this state. Valid and reliable instruments are require...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:7
Published on: 19 January 2017
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High levels of work-related stress, burnout, job dissatisfaction, and poor health are common within the nursing profession. A comprehensive understanding of nurses’ psychosocial work environment is necessary t...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:5
Published on: 18 January 2017
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Despite efforts to achieve conceptual clarity, advanced practice nursing continues to reside in a liminal space, unable to secure ongoing recognition as a viable means of healthcare delivery. This is particula...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:6
Published on: 18 January 2017
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Older patients in hospital may be unable to maintain hydration by drinking, leading to intravenous fluid replacement, complications and a longer length of stay. We undertook a systematic review to describe cli...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:4
Published on: 17 January 2017
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Dyspnea (breathing discomfort) is a common and distressing symptom. Routine assessment and documentation can improve management and relieve suffering. A major barrier to routine dyspnea documentation is the co...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:3
Published on: 14 January 2017
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The uptake of various telehealth technologies to deliver health care services at a distance is expanding; however more knowledge is needed to help understand vital components for success in using telehealth in...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:2
Published on: 13 January 2017
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Psychiatric nurses are aware of the importance of the therapeutic relationship in psychiatric units. Nevertheless, a review of the scientific evidence indicates that theoretical knowledge alone is insufficient...
BMC Nursing 2017 16:1
Published on: 11 January 2017
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The role of the school nurse is complex with many possible elements identified by previous research. The aim of this study is to understand perceptions of the role of the school nurse in order to support schoo...
BMC Nursing 2016 15:73
Published on: 30 December 2016
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Universal exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) for the first 6 months is estimated to reduce infant mortality by 13–15% (9 million) in resource poor countries. Although 97% of women initiate breastfeeding in Tanzania...
BMC Nursing 2016 15:72
Published on: 30 December 2016
