Mock trials and web-based education using malpractice cases: A randomised controlled trial
Web-based education using malpractice cases is increasingly used as an effective program to improve nurses' patient safety competency, and education on legal obligations is vital for nursing students. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - October 3, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Kwang-Hi Park, Yeojin Yi Tags: Research paper Source Type: research
Advocacy in nursing: Speaking truth to power?
The work performed by nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic shone a light on the centrality of the nursing profession. Despite this increased public awareness of the importance of what we do, nurses continue to occupy subordinate positions within the healthcare system. There is a paradox here; where despite the essential contribution made by nurses, we are not driving forward health systems, not empowered to speak out on the critical issue of patient safety, not encouraged to draw attention to adverse events, nor raise our concerns when the system is simply not working. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - October 1, 2022 Category: Nursing Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
The heartache of living with failure: The experience of people with chronic heart failure
Chronic heart failure (CHF) is a debilitating, life-long disease with a heavy personal cost, significantly impacting quality of life. It is a priority that health professionals understand the experiences and emotional impact of living with CHF, to aid the design and delivery of healthcare. The aim of this study is to describe the experience of people living with CHF and their loved ones, from their own perspective. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - October 1, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Katie Palmer, Kelly-Ann Bowles, Julia Morphet Source Type: research
Identifying the continuing education needs of personal care workers in two residential aged care facilities by an appreciative inquiry study
Personal care workers make up most of the workforce in residential aged care facilities, but they are under-served by continuing education providers. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 30, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Julie-Anne Martyn, Adele Wilkinson, Sally Zanella Source Type: research
Exploring post-transplant life in kidney transplant recipients taking immunosuppressive medication: A phenomenological study
Adherence to immunosuppressive medication therapy is essential for long-term survival of kidney transplant recipients. This has major implications on quality of life. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 29, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Tae Yang Kim, Eun Young Kim, Sung Ok Chang Tags: Research paper Source Type: research
Losing passion and injured self-image: An interpretive description study of troubled conscience among registered nurses caring for older people with delirium in hospital
Nurses caring for older people with delirium in hospitals often report stressful situations that trouble their conscience and threaten their wellbeing in the workplace. These situations are yet to be explored to gain a deeper understanding of troubled conscience when nurses are involved in care below expected professional standards or their personal values. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 28, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Yangama Jokwiro, Elena Wilson, Melanie Bish Tags: Research paper Source Type: research
Practice nursing: A systematic literature review of facilitators and barriers in three countries
Practice Nurses (PN) play an increasing role in chronic disease management, however, this role is poorly defined. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 26, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Claire Verrall, Eileen Willis, Julie Henderson Tags: Review Source Type: research
A good death: A synthesis review of concept analyses studies
Because they spend so much time with the patient and their family, nurses can affect the care a patient receives across their lifespan up to and including their death. The idea of a good death is not a new one. It has evolved over the years to take on different attributes. Concept analysis can help crystalise an abstract and complex phenomenon, like a good death. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 19, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Jennifer Morgan, Priscilla Gazarian Tags: Review Source Type: research
Mediating effect of job performance between emotional intelligence and turnover intentions among hospital nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic: a path analysis
: Nursing shortages are a persistent and concerning problem for the nursing workforce worldwide. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought additional stressors and workloads and has worsened nursing shortages. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 18, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Chin-Yun Wang, Yen-Kuang Lin, I-Hui Chen, Cai-Shih Wang, Kath Peters, Shu-Hui Lin Tags: Research paper Source Type: research
Complications and comorbidities as influencing factors of health outcomes in older adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Complications and comorbidities might increase medical burdens and lead to poor health outcomes among people aged 65 years and older who suffer from type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 18, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Hsin-Yen Yen, Shu-Chun Lee, Chiou-Fen Lin, Ting-I Lee, Yuko Yamaguchi, Pi-Hsia Lee Tags: Research paper Source Type: research
Disaster nursing competencies of rural nurses during COVID-19: A cross-sectional study
: Although rural nurses ’ roles are indispensable for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) management, increased roles, workload, burnout, and reduced job satisfaction can hinder their work, potentially affecting nurses’ disaster nursing competencies. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 15, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Sun Joo Jang, Sunhee Cho Tags: Research paper Source Type: research
Nurses leading volunteer support for older adults in hospital: A discussion paper
The ageing population has led to growing numbers of older adults in hospital. Given the increased care needs of older adult patients, hospitals are facing resource challenges to ensure patient safety and quality of care. Support from trained volunteers focussed on older adults needs, such as eating, drinking, ambulation and cognitive stimulation have been found to improve patient outcomes. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 15, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Rosemary Saunders, Kate Crookes, Karen Gullick, Olivia Gallagher, Karla Seaman, Debra Scaini, Seng Giap Marcus Ang, Caroline Bulsara, Beverley Ewens, Jeff Hughes, Beverly O'Connell, Christopher Etherton-Beer Source Type: research
Invisibility of nurses and midwives in the public health response to child abuse and neglect: A policy review
Child abuse and neglect need to be addressed through a public health approach that prioritises prevention and early intervention. Nurses and midwives are core to this public health response, yet little is known about how their roles are described in Australian policy. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 15, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Lauren Elizabeth Lines, Tracy Alexis Kakyo, Julian Maree Grant, Alison Hutton Tags: Review Source Type: research
Development of the Australian hospital patient experience question set for parents
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care developed the Australian Hospital Patient Experience Question Set to ask adult patients about their experience of inpatient care. This question set was not validated for paediatric care. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 15, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Helen J Nelson, Catherine Pienaar, Katie McKenzie, Anne M Williams, Girish Swaminathan, Evalotte M ӧrelius Tags: Research paper Source Type: research
“Oh, older people, it's boring”: Nurse academics’ reflections on the challenges in teaching older person's care in Australian undergraduate nursing curricula
Nursing students encounter older people in all health care sectors; however, few choose a career primarily focused on older person's care. (Source: Collegian)
Source: Collegian - September 13, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Jo-Anne Rayner, Deirdre Fetherstonhaugh, Elizabeth Beattie, Ann Harrington, Yun-Hee Jeon, Wendy Moyle, Deborah Parker Tags: Research paper Source Type: research
