Factors associated with change in health ‐related quality of life among individuals treated with long‐term mechanical ventilation, a six‐year follow‐up study

ConclusionLong‐term mechanical ventilation over six years improved health‐related quality of life in most patients. Patient training, follow‐up and reduction of side effects, largely delivered by trained nurses, contribute to achieve the main goal of the treatment ‐ improved health‐related quality of life.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Journal of Advanced Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Original Research: Empirical research – quantitative Source Type: research