Take Charge, Get Cured: The development and user testing of a culturally targeted mHealth decision tool on HCV treatment initiation for methadone patients
An estimated 150 million people have chronic hepatitis C infection (HCV) [1], 3.5 million of whom live in the United States [2]. Half are thought to be unaware of their status since many experience no adverse symptoms of infection until late in progression [3], but 20% will develop cirrhosis, 10% end-stage liver disease or cancer, and approximately 3% will require a liver transplant or die [4]. (Source: Patient Education and Counseling)
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 20, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Sarah Bauerle Bass, Amy Jessop, Muhamed Gashat, Laurie Maurer, Mohammed Al Hajji, Jon Forry Source Type: research
Barrier-belief lifestyle counseling in primary care: a randomized controlled trial of efficacy
Engaging in regular moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (PA) and a healthy daily diet are both associated with physical and mental well-being [1 –3], as well as reduced risk of all-cause mortality from lifestyle-related chronic diseases and premature death [4–7]. However, in Western societies the majority of the population is not sufficiently engaged in PA [8], and a high percentage of people across the world fail to meet recommendations for a healthy diet [9,10]. (Source: Patient Education and Counseling)
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 20, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Adrie J. Bouma, Paul van Wilgen, Koen APM Lemmink, Roy Stewart, Arie Dijkstra, Ron L Diercks Source Type: research
Beyond words: What can help first year medical students practice effective empathic communication?
Teaching medical students in empathic communication is a core objective of clinical skills training in medical school, as it is well documented that a positive relationship exists between empathy and enhanced patient outcomes, including satisfaction with and trust in their healthcare provider [1 –4]. In addition, displaying compassion is perceived by nurses, patients and physicians alike as a central component of professional behavior [5]. (Source: Patient Education and Counseling)
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 19, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Jennifer B. Plotkin, Robert Shochet Source Type: research
Current decisions on neoadjuvant chemotherapy for early breast cancer: experts ’ experiences in the Netherlands
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) is an important initial strategy for the management of operable breast cancer (BC). In accordance with international guidelines, the Dutch national breast cancer guideline recommends NAC as an option for all patients aged5 cm) to increase resectability and the rate of breast conserving surgery and axillary preserving surgery [5]. (Source: Patient Education and Counseling)
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 18, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: P.E.R. Spronk, K.M. de Ligt, A.C.M. van Bommel, S. Siesling, C.H. Smorenburg, M.T.F.D. Vrancken Peeters, On behalf of the NABON Breast Cancer Audit Source Type: research
Patient Preferences for the Delivery of Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death globally [1] and in Australia [2]. In 2015, CVD accounted for 45,392 or 29% of all deaths in Australia [3]. A high proportion of CVD events occur in people already diagnosed with Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) with one in four people having a repeat event [4]. These repeat events have a high risk of death, 21% for women and 14% for men [5]. In Australia the cost of repeat Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) events exceeded $8 billion in 2010 with predictions that the number of hospitalisations due to repeat events is likely to increase by more than 30% by 2020 [5]. (Source...
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 12, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Mary Boyde, Jenny Rankin, Jennifer A. Whitty, Robyn Peters, Julie Holliday, Charmaine Baker, Rita Hwang, Donna Lynagh, Dariusz Korczyk Source Type: research
Development of the Knowledge of Genome Sequencing (KOGS) Questionnaire
Whole-genome sequencing is gradually being incorporated widely into research and clinical care. For whole-genome sequencing to be integrated effectively and safely it is important that individuals make informed choices before consenting. For informed decision-making there are several patient-reported factors [1], of which knowledge is a central component [2]. It is important that measures of knowledge about whole-genome sequencing are available so that healthcare providers can evaluate whether patients are making informed choices about having whole-genome sequencing done. (Source: Patient Education and Counseling)
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 12, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Saskia C Sanderson, Bao Sheng Loe, Maddie Freeman, Camila Gabriel, Danielle Stevenson, Chris Gibbons, Lyn Chitty, Celine Lewis Source Type: research
A Psychometric Study of the Decisional Conflict Scale in Surrogate Decision Makers
As institutions look to adopt programs and processes that promote shared decision-making, it is important to find measures that adequately assess how such interventions affect patients ’ or surrogates’ ability to make treatment decisions. The Decisional Conflict Scale (DCS) can be a helpful tool because it measures decision uncertainty, the factors that contribute to uncertainty, and perceived effective decision-making [1]. The DCS was originally evaluated in populations makin g decisions about influenza immunization and breast cancer screening, and the scale was found to be both valid and reliable [1]. (Source: Patien...
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 7, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Kristen E. Pecanac, Roger. L. Brown, Jay Steingrub, Wendy Anderson, Michael A. Matthay, Douglas B. White Source Type: research
An integrated experiential training programme with coaching to promote physical activity, and reduce fatigue among children with cancer: A randomised controlled trial
Cancer-related fatigue is the most commonly reported symptom in children with cancer [1] and negatively affects their quality of life (QoL) [2]. Despite strong evidence that regular physical activity reduces fatigue [3], most children with cancer experience a decline in physical activity levels after diagnosis [3,4]. Physical inactivity induces muscle catabolism and atrophy, which further deteriorate cancer-related fatigue [5]. Health education alone may be insufficient to alter children ’s behaviour [6]. (Source: Patient Education and Counseling)
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 7, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Katherine K.W. Lam, William H.C. Li, O.K. Chung, K.Y. Ho, S.Y. Chiu, H.S. Lam, Godfrey C.F. Chan Source Type: research
Creating Space to Discuss End-of-Life Issues in Cancer Care
As patient-centered care1 becomes routine in the provision of modern, quality healthcare [1 –5], shared decision making (SDM) and patient-centered communication (PCC) are promoted as key vehicles for meeting the standard. [6–8]. As a consequence, attention has increasingly been paid to the patient-physician interactions, to ensure that a patient’s voice, agency, and rights are consid ered. Despite the concerns, this ideological shift has met major impediments [9] and is unrealized in routine practice. (Source: Patient Education and Counseling)
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 6, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Dagoberto Cortez, Douglas W. Maynard, Toby C. Campbell Source Type: research
Various experiences and preferences of Dutch parents in prenatal counseling in extreme prematurity
Prospective parents should receive prenatal counseling to be informed about potential risks and outcomes of babies who are extremely premature, and about treatment modalities (active care or palliative comfort care). This is an essential but challenging task for professionals in perinatal care. According to several international recommendations on care in extreme prematurity, parents should have a role in decision-making [1 –3]. So stated the Dutch guideline from 2010 on perinatal practice in extreme premature delivery, requiring informed consent of parents when initiating intensive care at 24 weeks GA [4]. (Source: Pati...
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 4, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Rosa Geurtzen, Jos Draaisma, Rosella Hermens, Hubertina Scheepers, Mallory Woiski, Arno van Heijst, Marije Hogeveen Source Type: research
Impact of a Brief Faculty Training to Improve Patient-Centered Communication while Using Electronic Health Records
As clinicians increasingly integrate Electronic Health Records (EHRs) into clinical practice, it is important to consider the impact of EHR use on patient-doctor communication. While benefits of computerization in health care are well described, important drawbacks exist [1]. Some studies found that EHR use can prevent doctors from focusing on patients, impede communication, and be detrimental to the patient –doctor communication [2–5]. When providers use the EHR, negative behaviors such as poor eye contact, prolonged screen gazing, and typing during sensitive discussions can emerge and have been found to undermine the...
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 3, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Wei Wei Lee, Maria L. Alkureishi, J. Harry Isaacson, Mark Mayer, Richard M. Frankel, Daniel A. London, Kristen E. Wroblewski, Vineet M. Arora Source Type: research
Associations of Collective Self-Help Activity, Health Literacy and Quality of Life in Patients with Tinnitus
This study analyzes whether SHG-participation is associated with tinnitus-related Health Literacy (HLit) and Quality of Life (QoL). (Source: Patient Education and Counseling)
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 3, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Christopher Kofahl Source Type: research
Online health information seeking by adults hospitalized for acute coronary syndromes: who looks for information, and who discusses it with healthcare providers?
In 2013, nearly three-quarters of adults using the Internet (online adults) in the United States looked online for health information.[1] Among adults generally, online information-seeking differs across groups, such as those defined by sex, age, and or education.[2,3] It has long been known that the quality of health information online varies widely,[4,5] and the widespread accessibility of inaccurate and potentially harmful health information on the Internet emphasizes the importance of communication between patients and healthcare providers. (Source: Patient Education and Counseling)
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 2, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Molly E. Waring, David D. McManus, Daniel J. Amante, Chad E. Darling, Catarina I. Kiefe Source Type: research
Treatment decision making involving patients with dementia in acute care: A scoping review
Older persons with dementia (PWD) are frequently treated in acute care settings, with prevalence estimates of up to 40% [1], where they may receive aggressive, nonbeneficial care [2,3]. About 10% of nursing home residents with advanced cognitive impairment, including dementia, are admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) [2] and half of patients with advanced dementia who receive mechanical ventilation die within 30 days of admission [3]. Decisions about initiating or limiting certain treatments or care (a “treatment decision”) occur frequently at the end of life but may occur at any stage of the disease. (Source: Pat...
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 2, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Kristen E. Pecanac, Mary Wyman, Amy J.H. Kind, Corrine I. Voils Source Type: research
The impact of the use of video-based educational interventions on patient outcomes in hospital settings: A scoping review
The World Health Organization recognizes that patient education is essential for improving patient participation in disease management [1]. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, more than 50% of adults and nearly 90% of seniors in Canada have difficulty in reading or understanding the information provided with their medical prescriptions [2]. It has also been shown that lower health literacy is consistently associated with increased hospitalization, emergency care visits, and non-adherence to patient medication regimes [3]. (Source: Patient Education and Counseling)
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - July 2, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Murtaza Dahodwala, Rose Geransar, Julie Babione, Jill de Grood, Peter Sargious Source Type: research
