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Peanut allergy reduction in high-risk pediatric patients
Abstract: The prevalence of food allergies has doubled in the past 10 years. Peanut allergies are a significant public health issue and are the primary reason for food-related anaphylactic reactions that result in death. Evidence supports that early introduction of the peanut protein (or in combination with immunotherapy) to the highly allergic may safely desensitize patients, which could lead to less adverse allergic reactions and alter allergy management overall.
Source: The Nurse Practitioner - February 14, 2018 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature: FOOD ALLERGIES Source Type: research

Medical Adhesive–Related Skin Injury Prevalence at the Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Insertion Site: A Cross-sectional, Multiple-Center Study
We examined prevalence and associated risk factors of medical adhesive–related skin injury (MARSI) at the peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) insertion site in hospitalized oncology patients in Guangxi, China. DESIGN: A cross-sectional, multiple-center epidemiological study. SUBJECTS AND SETTING: The sample comprised 697 adult inpatients at 4 tertiary hospitals (3 general hospitals and 1 oncology hospital). The facilities are located in the western China. METHODS: Trained nurses examined and assessed all subjects' skin exposed to medical adhesive during PICC maintenance process followed by recording th...
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - January 1, 2018 Category: Nursing Tags: Wound Care Source Type: research

New nut allergy guidance for clinicians follows rise in cases
Clinicians can now draw on new comprehensive guidance to help them treat patients with nut allergies with numbers affected by the condition continuing to rise.
Source: Nursing Times - October 18, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

Hospital passports, patient safety and person ‐centred care: A review of documents currently used for people with intellectual disabilities in the UK
ConclusionsConsiderable variation exists between current hospital passports, which may limit their effectiveness: key information required may not be included and/or it may not be easy to locate. Greater standardisation of documents is required, but this process should include input from all key stakeholders. Relevance to clinical practiceInternationally nurses provide care for people with intellectual disabilities and others with communication difficulties. Hospital passports are one way of enhancing safety and person‐centred care, need to be accessed and used as a basis for care planning. However, variation in format m...
Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing - October 4, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Ruth Northway, Stacey Rees, Michelle Davies, Sharon Williams Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Keeping children with latex allergies safe
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Source: Nursing - September 28, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Online exclusive Source Type: research

Hospital passports, patient safety and person centred care: a review of documents currently used for people with intellectual disabilities in the United Kingdom
ConclusionsConsiderable variation exists between current hospital passports which may limit their effectiveness: key information required may not be included and/ or it may not be easy to locate. Greater standardisation of documents is required but this process should include input from all key stakeholders. Relevance to clinical practiceInternationally nurses provide care for people with intellectual disabilities and others with communication difficulties. Hospital passports are one way of enhancing safety and person‐centred care, need to be accessed and used as a basis for care planning. However, variation in format ma...
Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing - September 7, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Ruth Northway, Stacey Rees, Michelle Davies, Sharon Williams Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Depression as a Risk Factor of Organic Diseases:An International Integrative Review
ConclusionsMechanisms connecting depression to physical illness appear to involve alterations in the hypothalamic‐pituitary axis, unhealthy lifestyle, chronic or acute stressors including posttraumatic stress, an increase in C‐reactive protein (CRP) in men, taking antidepressant medication, and social and emotional loneliness. Clinical RelevanceA good patient–provider relationship can help to promote decreased acute or chronic stressors, increased family and social support, decreased loneliness, modification of unhealthy lifestyles such as smoking, obesity, physical inactivity, alcohol, control of CRP, and antidepres...
Source: Journal of Nursing Scholarship - July 10, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Teodora Bica, Ruth Castell ó, Loren L. Toussaint, Pilar Montesó‐Curto Tags: CLINICAL SCHOLARSHIP Source Type: research

Depression as a Risk Factor of Organic Diseases: An International Integrative Review
ConclusionsMechanisms connecting depression to physical illness appear to involve alterations in the hypothalamic‐pituitary axis, unhealthy lifestyle, chronic or acute stressors including posttraumatic stress, an increase in C‐reactive protein (CRP) in men, taking antidepressant medication, and social and emotional loneliness. Clinical RelevanceA good patient–provider relationship can help to promote decreased acute or chronic stressors, increased family and social support, decreased loneliness, modification of unhealthy lifestyles such as smoking, obesity, physical inactivity, alcohol, control of CRP, and antidepres...
Source: Journal of Nursing Scholarship - July 10, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Teodora Bica, Ruth Castell ó, Loren L. Toussaint, Pilar Montesó‐Curto Tags: CLINICAL SCHOLARSHIP Source Type: research

Intravitreal injections service: a patient experience evaluation.
DISCUSSION: The questionnaire was designed based on the feedback from the local friends and family test. A clear majority of patients gave highly positive feedback about nurse injectors. Considering patients' individual needs at the time of injections, such as allergies or points that needs clarification, helps in overcoming some of the psychological complications of treatment. PMID: 28640723 [PubMed - in process]
Source: British Journal of Nursing - June 22, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Hasan H, Flockhart S, Qureshi W, Khan S, Ahmed S, Shah N Tags: Br J Nurs Source Type: research

The Peanut Allergic Patient: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
This article presents information on the current research in the diagnosis and treatment of PAs as well as the latest guidelines established to prevent PA development.
Source: The Journal for Nurse Practitioners - June 15, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Daniel W. Hill, Jane H. Lassetter, Craig Nuttall Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Food allergy response capabilities of mothers and related factors
Abstract A parent's ability to confidently manage a child's food allergy (i.e. food allergy response capability) is considered instrumental toward treating this disorder; however, little is known regarding this measure and associated factors. A questionnaire survey among 280 qualified participants identified the greatest food allergy response capability as “spousal collaboration”, followed by “elimination diet capacity”, “gathering information from medical professionals”, “knowledge about food allergies”, and “stress coping”. These capabilities were associated with maternal and household health status, ...
Source: Nursing and Health Sciences - June 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Satoko Aika, Misae Ito, Yachiyo Yamamoto Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Adrenaline pen prescriptions for children have risen significantly.
Authors: Abstract Researchers have found that prescriptions of adrenaline autoinjectors, commonly called adrenaline pens, for children in the UK with allergies have increased markedly. PMID: 28466714 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Nursing Standard - May 3, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Nurs Stand Source Type: research

Qualitative Research in Teen Experiences Living with Food ‐Induced Anaphylaxis: A Meta‐Aggregation
ConclusionThere is a need to respect teens as active participants in managing Food‐Induced Anaphylaxis, while recognizing that social expectations and a lack of public awareness/safety can dangerously affect one's needs and decisions. This helps broaden how we conceptualize the needs of teens living with Food‐Induced Anaphylaxis, informing ongoing care and management.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Journal of Advanced Nursing - April 25, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Sara F. Johnson, Roberta L. Woodgate Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Psychometric Properties of the Turkish Version of Caregiver Burden Index (CBI) for Parents of Children with Allergies
Childhood chronic diseases have a great impact, including physiological, social and financial burdens, on parents. The concept of “caregiver burden” is gaining importance to understand the effects of allergic diseases and plan family-centered strategies.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Nursing - March 29, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Ayfer Ekim, Melis Hecan, Serkan Oren Source Type: research