Search for dissertations about: "patient s knowledge"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 121 swedish dissertations containing the words patient s knowledge.

  2. 1. Acute pulmonary embolism - aspects of respiratory symptoms and physical activity

    Author : Jenny S Danielsbacka; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Pulmonary embolism; Symptoms and signs; respiratory; Activity leisure; Respiratory function tests; Walk test; Qualitative research;

    Abstract : Introduction. Pulmonary embolism (PE) is the third most common cardiovascular disease, after myocardial infarction and stroke. Post-PE syndrome, which is characterized by long-term consequences of PE with persistent dyspnea and decreased functional capacity, has been acknowledged as a risk in the aftermath. READ MORE

  4. 2. Glucose abnormalities and heart failure : epidemiological and therapeutic aspects

    Author : Inga S þráinsdóttir; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background: The combination of heart failure and glucose abnormalities is seen with increasing frequency. The condition, which is characterised by low functional capacity and a high mortality, is very resource consuming. The link between glucose abnormalities and heart failure is complex. READ MORE

  5. 3. Development of chemical biology tools for metabolomics analysis : Phase II modifications as a link between host and microbiota co-metabolism

    Author : Mario S. P. Correia; Daniel Globisch; Warwick Dunn; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Metabolomics; Chemical biology; sulfatase; Glucuronides; Phase II modifications; Microbiome; co-metabolism; method development; Kemi med inriktning mot analytisk kemi; Chemistry with specialization in Analytical Chemistry;

    Abstract : Biomarker discovery is an extremely important field for early disease detection. New selective molecular markers are in high demand, as an earlier disease detection can lead to improved patient care. READ MORE

  6. 4. On Decision Support in Participatory Medicine Supporting Health Care Empowerment

    Author : Kerstin Ådahl; Blekinge Tekniska Högskola; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Decision support; CDSS; EHR; Patient safety; Patient empowerment; Participatory medicine; Patient-centered collaborative practice;

    Abstract : The task of ensuring Patient Safety is, more than ever, central in Healthcare. The report “To Err is Human” [Kohn et al. 2000], was revealing alarming numbers of incidents, injuries and deaths caused by deficiencies in healthcare activities. The book initiated assessment and change of Healthcare methods and procedures. READ MORE

  7. 5. Patient experiences of the radiotherapy process and treatment

    Author : Kristina Olausson; Björn Zackrisson; Lena Sharp; Ulrika Östlund; Birgitta Johansson; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Cancer; radiotherapy; radiation skin reactions; patient experience; treatment environment; anxiety; person-centred care; questionnaire.; onkologi; Oncology;

    Abstract : BackgroundMost cancer patients undergo external radiotherapy (RT) at some stage during their treatment trajectory. RT is often associated with unfamiliar procedures where the technical environment, side effects and interaction with staff seem to play a major role in the patient’s treatment experience. READ MORE