Search for dissertations about: "critical care"

Showing result 41 - 45 of 347 swedish dissertations containing the words critical care.

  2. 41. The trauma continuum : Experinces from injured persons and critical care nurses

    Author : Linda Sandström; Angelica Forsberg; Åsa Engström; Päivi Juuso; Carina Nilsson; Isabell Fridh; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Nursing; Omvårdnad;

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  4. 42. Calcium metabolism and cytokines in critical illness

    Author : Fredrik Carlstedt; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : Medical sciences; calcium; critical illness; hemodynamics; hypocalcemia; IL-6; mortality; TNF-alpha; severity of disease; sepsis; MEDICIN OCH VÅRD; MEDICINE; MEDICIN; Medicine; medicin;

    Abstract : Hypocalcemia is a common finding in critically ill patients, particularly in those with sepsis, and has been found to be associated with increased mortality. The pathogenesis of this altered calcium metabolism is unknown and the effects of calcium supplementation are poorly investigated. READ MORE

  5. 43. Theoretical understanding of the coping approaches and social support experiences of relatives of critically ill patients during the intensive care unit stay and the recovery period at home

    Author : Ingrid Johansson; Fridlund Bengt; Cathrine Hildingh; Bodil Wilde; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; coping; critical care; family; models; qualitative methods; social support; Caring sciences; Vårdvetenskap;

    Abstract : Relatives may experience a difficult and demanding situation when the patient is critically ill. During the period in the intensive care unit (ICU), the relatives may be subject to strong emotions of an existential nature, and the situation may involve several stressors as a result of changed roles, responsibilities and routines. READ MORE

  6. 44. Developing and evaluating an interactive app to support self-care among older persons receiving home care

    Author : Carina Göransson; Karin Blomberg; Kristina Ziegert; Yvonne Wengström; Pernilla Hillerås; Örebro universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Health concerns; mHealth; older persons; self-care;

    Abstract : The proportion of older persons worldwide is growing. With older age, complex health problems may occur and the need for home care increases. To support older persons to maintain health and self-care, innovative ways need to be developed. The aim of the project was to develop and evaluate an interactive app among older persons receiving home care. READ MORE

  7. 45. Skin conductance variability and stressful exposures in critical care

    Author : Anders Günther; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Numerous stressors affect the intensive care unit (ICU) patient. The ICU environment is busy and noisy, with monitoring and treatment around the clock. ICU patients may have problems in getting some sleep, due to lighting and noise. Many ICU survivors report having pain during their ICU stay. READ MORE