Journal of clinical nursing
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Randomized Controlled Trial
A randomized controlled trial of a community nurse-supported hospital discharge programme in older patients with chronic heart failure.
To evaluate the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of a community nurse-supported hospital discharge programme in preventing hospital re-admissions, improving functional status and handicap of older patients with chronic heart failure. ⋯ Older chronic heart failure patients are likely to benefit from post-discharge community nurse intervention programmes. More comprehensive health economic evaluation needs to be undertaken.
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This paper provides an overview of nurses' working conditions in Japan, exploring tensions between nurses' rights to take leave from work to fulfil family and personal needs and their actual ability to take such leave. It also considers possible effects of being restricted from taking such leave. ⋯ Workplace issues are relevant to recruitment and retention and better conditions are likely to improve hospital functioning.
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The aim of this study was to describe the lived experiences of families in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, who had lost a loved one to a sudden death. ⋯ This qualitative study provides rich data regarding what bereaved family members view as important in their care during this time of crisis. The value of simple, small gestures by the health professional is enlightening. This information can be used to ensure that health professionals purposely direct their interventions and interactions with the bereaved family to ensure that they are managed in the most therapeutic way possible.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
The quality of written information for parents regarding the management of a febrile convulsion: a randomized controlled trial.
To identify whether providing a new information leaflet for parents regarding the management of a febrile convulsion was more effective in comparison with standard leaflets. ⋯ The quality of leaflets may influence some outcomes, e.g. understanding and reassurance with the written information provided; however, additional strategies to inform parents may be necessary.
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To examine the attitudes of parents and nurses to the model of care delivery on an in-patient children's unit in a regional general hospital. ⋯ The findings of the research could act as a catalyst for change and development of the service and service providers. It is hoped that it will also contribute to the improved satisfaction of the service provided to sick children and their families by parents and by the nurses who provide the care.