Journal of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
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J Am Acad Nurse Pract · Nov 2012
Coping behaviors used by Army wives during deployment separation and their perceived effectiveness.
The purpose of this descriptive correlational study was to describe the coping behaviors used by Army wives during deployment separation, the perceived effectiveness of the coping behaviors used, and the correlation between the two variables. ⋯ Identifying effective and ineffective coping behaviors of spouses of deployed troops can potentially reduce stress and improve well-being. Primary care providers should encourage military spouses to engage in optimistic thinking, seek out spiritual support, talk to others in a similar situation, and participate in physical activity.
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Consults promote additional perspectives and help with complex patient management. As the population ages and healthcare demands increase, providers are consulting palliative care (PC). Nurse practitioners (NPs) should understand when to consult PC. ⋯ Many professional organizations are incorporating PC into their specialties and guidelines. In addition to incorporating PC at diagnosis, PC access needs to be improved. New and experienced NPs may appreciate collaborating with PC specialists. Such conversations and relationships will likely offer practical and supportive guidance to both patients and NPs. Overall, the future for PC is promising.
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J Am Acad Nurse Pract · Nov 2012
Factors predicting older adults' use of exercise and acetaminophen for osteoarthritis pain.
To identify predictors of older adults' use of exercise and/or acetaminophen, and avoidance of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to treat their osteoarthritis pain. ⋯ Results underscore the importance of guidance by practitioners who are knowledgeable about safe osteoarthritis pain management for older adults.