Search for dissertations about: "Patrik Midlöv"

Found 5 swedish dissertations containing the words Patrik Midlöv.

  2. 1. Drug-related problems in the elderly - Interventions to improve the quality of pharmacotherapy

    Author : Patrik Midlöv; Allmänmedicin och samhällsmedicin; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; medicinsk utbildning; medical training; Allmän medicinsk utövning; elderly; General practice; transfer of information; educational outreach visits; medication errors; drug-related problems;

    Abstract : Introduction: Elderly people, in particular those residing in nursing homes, often use many drugs. In general elderly patients are at greater risk of experiencing drug-related problems (DRP), as they have multiple diseases, are using many drugs and have changed physiological status. READ MORE

  4. 2. Medication communication with older adults experiencing chronic illness and polypharmacy

    Author : Igor Adelsjö; Elin C. Lehnbom; Mirjam Ekstedt; Amanda Hellström; Lina Nilsson; Patrik Midlöv; Linnéuniversitetet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Omvårdnad; Nursing;

    Abstract : Background: Populations in many high-income countries are ageing, with an ever-increasing proportion of the population aged 65 years or older. Despite increasingly better health in older people, susceptibility to chronic illness increase with age. READ MORE

  5. 3. Adverse effects of psychotropic drugs in old age

    Author : Jon Brännström; Hugo Lövheim; Yngve Gustafson; Peter Nordström; Patrik Midlöv; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Geriatric medicine; psychotropic drugs; adverse effects; mortality; hip fracture; cohort study; old age; Geriatrics; geriatrik;

    Abstract : Background: With increasing age, the body and mind transform. Many of our organs gradually lose capacity, making them more sensitive to the effects of several drugs. In parallel, many of us accumulate an increasing burden of disease and other conditions warranting the use of medications. READ MORE

  6. 4. Firearm deaths in Sweden : epidemiology with emphasis on accidental deaths and prevention

    Author : Mensura Junuzovic; Anders Eriksson; Patrik Midlöv; Louis Riddez; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Firearm; fatality; accidental; hunting; non-hunting; suicide; homicide; Forensic Medicine; rättsmedicin;

    Abstract : Prevention of firearm deaths and injuries is an important public health issue that may save human lives. The aim of this thesis was to investigate the epidemiology and attributes of accidental firearm fatalities in Sweden, and to provide a basis for further preventive measures. READ MORE

  7. 5. Loneliness : an essential aspect of the wellbeing of older people

    Author : Elin Taube; Ulf Jakobsson; Jimmie Kristensson; Patrik Midlöv; Helle Wijk; Institutionen för hälsovetenskaper; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Vårdvetenskap; Care science;

    Abstract : The overall aim of this thesis was to explore loneliness by identifying associated factors and predictors for loneliness among older people. This research was also undertaken to examine the association between loneliness and healthcare consumption. READ MORE