Journal of clinical nursing
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To evaluate whether the scale used for assessment of hospital ward patients could predict in-hospital and 30-day mortality amongst those with deviating vital signs; that is, that patients classified as medium or high risk would have increased risk of in-hospital and 30-day mortality compared to patients with low risk. ⋯ The NEWS risk classification offers a simple way to identify deteriorating patients and can aid the healthcare staff to prioritise amongst patients.
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To identify key areas of competence for digitalisation in healthcare settings, describe healthcare professionals' competencies in these areas and identify factors related to their competence. ⋯ Recommendations for clinical practice include the following: development of competence in digitalisation by healthcare professionals when using technological equipment to minimise errors; provision of sufficient resources, equipment and room for technology usage; and provision of regular education that considers the participants' competencies.
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To assess the effects of breathing exercises on postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs), pulmonary function, 6-min walk distance (6MWD) and the length of hospital stay (LOS) in lung cancer patients undergoing lung surgery. ⋯ The analysis suggests that breathing exercises should be considered as a respiratory rehabilitation programme for lung cancer patients undergoing lung surgery in clinical practice.
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To examine nursing handover of vital signs during patient care transition from the emergency department (ED) to inpatient wards. ⋯ Vital signs are an important component of clinical handover and are perceived to be indicators for patient safety and risk of future adverse events.
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Comparative Study
The effects of resilience and turnover intention on nurses' burnout: Findings from a comparative cross-sectional study.
To investigate burnout among nurses from Australia and China and explore the effects of resilience and turnover intention on nurse burnout between the two countries. ⋯ The differences in nurse burnout and the effects of resilience and turnover intention on burnout should be better understood by nurse managers from Australia and China. Moreover, developing effective strategies relevant to their own country to reduce nurse burnout is recommended.