ISSN:0278-4807    

DOI:10.1002/j.2048-7940.1993.tb01277.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1993

数据来源: WILEY

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This article details the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Specific preventive measures discussed include the use of Coumadin and of intermittent pneumatic compression stockings. Pros and cons of using knee‐high and thigh‐high antiembolism stockings also are addressed If preventive measures fail and the patient develops a DVT, several treatment modalities are availa

ISSN:0278-4807    

DOI:10.1002/j.2048-7940.1993.tb01278.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1993

数据来源: WILEY

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This article describes a study designed to examine the coping behaviors, personality, and mood characteristics of 150 nonhospitalized adults with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Self‐report questionnaires and interviews were used to collect the data. Coping responses were measured with the Jalowiec Coping Scale. The Eysenck Personality Questionnaire (EPQ) and Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) were used to ascertain other characteristics. Data were analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA), Pearson's correlation coefficient (r), and descriptive statistics. IBD patients scored significantly higher on using problem‐oriented coping patterns than on using affective‐oriented methods. The results suggest that coping patterns in IBD patients are remarkably effective in contributing to lifestyle satisfaction. It can be inferred that adaptive efforts of IBD patients can be enhanced if health professionals consider coping patterns in the assessment process and if they actively support a sense of control in these pat

ISSN:0278-4807    

DOI:10.1002/j.2048-7940.1993.tb01279.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1993

数据来源: WILEY

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Toxoplasmic encephalitis is recognized as a major cause of opportunistic infection of the central nervous system in patients with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Often this protozoal infection is benign, but in the AIDS patient it can cause life‐threatening complications. Usually, toxoplasmic encephalitis is a latent infection activated in the brain in some 5% to 15% of AIDS patients. Treatment with oral antibiotics is effective, but relapse is common, and there may be permanent brain tissue damage with resultant neurological deficits. This article acquaints the rehabilitation nurse with the diagnosis and acute nursing care of toxoplasmic encephalitis. Rehabilitation nurses need to know about this chronic condition because rehabilitation is key to its successful long‐term care and managem

ISSN:0278-4807    

DOI:10.1002/j.2048-7940.1993.tb01280.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1993

数据来源: WILEY

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Fortunately, during their professional lives, only a small percentage of nurses will face the traumatic task of helping a loved one overcome a major physical handicap. In this article, an experienced rehabilitation nurse relates her experience in helping her aged mother cope with the reality of a severe injury and amputation.

ISSN:0278-4807    

DOI:10.1002/j.2048-7940.1993.tb01281.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1993

数据来源: WILEY

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An effective method was sought to decrease the incidence of urinary tract infections acquired by hospitalized rehabilitation patients requiring catheterization. The purpose of this study was to determine whether there was a difference in the incidence of urinary tract infections that occurred following use of two types of intermittent catheterization techniques: open catheterization and closed catheterization. The incidence of infection in both the control (open catheterization) and experimental (closed catheterization) groups was analyzed. In the control group, 9 of 14 patients (5 stroke, 4 spinal cord injured [SCI]) completed all four urine tests. Two patients developed a 20,000 colony count of enterococcus on the fourth urine sample using open catheterization. In the experimental group, 11 (4 stroke, 7 SCI) out of 16 patients maintained colony counts below 100,000 organisms per ml; one patient had a 16,000 colony count using closed catheterization. Qualitative data revealed that patients had a positive response to the closed system.

ISSN:0278-4807    

DOI:10.1002/j.2048-7940.1993.tb01282.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1993

数据来源: WILEY

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To determine the effect of the presence of a spouse on the stroke patient's adaptation, a retrospective chart review of stroke patients who had completed rehabilitation was conducted. The convenience sample comprised 67 stroke patients of a family practice service who received rehabilitation at Pitt County Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation Center in Greenville, NC, over a 45‐month period. Roy's Adaptation Model was the theoretical framework for the inquiry. The Barthel Index measured the functioning level, or adaptation, of the patients on discharge from rehabilitation. It was hypothesized that patients who had a stroke and completed a rehabilitation program would achieve a higher level of adaptation if they had a spouse than would comparable patients without a spouse. This hypothesis was supported by the findings; the average Barthel Index score on discharge was 7.5 points higher in patients who had a spouse (Wilcoxon chi‐square = 4.17,p<.05). The implications for nurses are presen

ISSN:0278-4807    

DOI:10.1002/j.2048-7940.1993.tb01283.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1993

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:0278-4807    

DOI:10.1002/j.2048-7940.1993.tb01284.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1993

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:0278-4807    

DOI:10.1002/j.2048-7940.1993.tb01285.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1993

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:0278-4807    

DOI:10.1002/j.2048-7940.1993.tb01286.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1993

数据来源: WILEY