Search for dissertations about: "adult nursing"
Showing result 16 - 20 of 70 swedish dissertations containing the words adult nursing.
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16. Enhanced external counterpulsation treatment in patients with refractory angina pectoris with emphasis on physical capacity, health-related quality of life and safety : An explorative and interventional study
Abstract : Background: Patients with refractory angina pectoris (RAP) suffer from debilitating symptoms with considerable limitation of functional capacity and impaired health-related quality of life (HRQoL) despite optimised medical therapy. In addition, frequent angina symptoms are strongly associated with psychological distress. READ MORE
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17. Health problems and work-related stress in Swedish ambulance personnel
Abstract : Background: Previous studies have shown a high incidence of both acute and post-traumatic stress among ambulance personnel. It has been shown that ambulance personnel are at a higher risk of being affected of heart disease, high blood pressure and cancer. Studies have also seen a higher incidence of substance abuse and suicide. READ MORE
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18. Conflicting values - everyday ethical and leadership challenges related to care in combat zones within a military organization
Abstract : Introduction: Licensed medical personnel (henceforth LMP) experience ethical problems related to undertaking care duties in combat zones. When employed in the Armed Forces they are always under the command of tactical officers (henceforth TOs). READ MORE
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19. A health coaching self-management programme for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease : An explorative and interventional study
Abstract : Background: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a primary cause of chronic morbidity and mortality and contributes to an increased economic and social burden on patients and families. Self-management education as one non-pharmacological treatment approach is highlighted in guidelines. READ MORE
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20. The clinical utility of patients’ self-rated postoperative pain after major surgery – the perspective of healthcare professionals'
Abstract : The Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) is suitable in postoperative settings, yet, the implementation has shown varying results. This has raised issues about the pain scales contribution to the identifying and understanding of pain. READ MORE