Search for dissertations about: "Marie Holmefur"
Found 5 swedish dissertations containing the words Marie Holmefur.
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1. Everyday activities in older adults readmitted to hospital
Abstract : The coordination of health care and social care at discharge are particularly important for older adults with complex health and social needs, as approximately 30 % of these persons are readmitted to hospital on an unplanned basis within three months of discharge. In order to provide adequate care for this group of older adults, we need a deeper understanding of their experiences regarding their functional ability at hospital and at home. READ MORE
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2. The assisting hand assessment : continued development, psychometrics and longitudinal use
Abstract : For most people, using both hands together is a natural part of everyday activities. But for children with a unilateral disability in the arm and hand, activities requiring two hands are often a challenge. In order to evaluate interventions that optimize the use of the affected or assisting hand, valid and reliable measures are needed. READ MORE
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3. Occupational therapy practice for clients with cognitive impairments following aquired brain injury : occupational therapists' perspective
Abstract : The overall aim of this thesis was to describe occupational therapy practice for clients with cognitive impairment following acquired brain injury (CIABI) from the perspective of practicing occupational therapists (OTs).To fulfill this aim, qualitative and quantitative approaches were used including interviews (Study I) and questionnaires (Studies II -IV). READ MORE
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4. Patient participation from the patient's preferences, that's what counts
Abstract : Patient participation is a core element in legislation in most western countries today. From the patient’s perspective, patient participation includes respect, equality, sharing of knowledge, joint planning, and self-management. However, participation is not always experienced, and the patient’s experiences and preferences are seldom mapped. READ MORE
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5. Perioperative patient advocacy : having the patient's best interests at heart
Abstract : Patient advocacy implies taking action on someone else’s behalf, and has been described as a key element of nurses’ professional care. In the perioperative setting, it involves not only critical decision making, but also all the small things that the nurses do for the sake of the patients during their working day. READ MORE
