ISSN:1522-2179    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

PURPOSETo discuss the problems involved in assessing and treating elderly patients in pain.DATA SOURCESPublished books and articles, clinical experience.DATA SYNTHESISThere is a strong physiologic basis for the need to assess carefully the elderly patient in pain and to be creative in choosing appropriate pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic pain-relief strategies.CONCLUSIONSA significant percentage of elderly patients enrolled in hospice can be expected to need pain relief. Special management concerns for this growing population must be heeded.IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICEHospice nurses caring for elderly patients must tailor analgesic regimens to meet the special needs of this population.

ISSN:1522-2179    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:1522-2179    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

PURPOSETo examine the statements of mothers elicited as part of a larger study of examining parent care actions for children in home hospice care.SAMPLEKey informants were mothers(N =4) of ill children enrolled in hospice from four two-parent families with at least one healthy sibling.METHODSSemistructured interviews, content analysis of responses.MAIN RESEARCH VARIABLESExperiences caring for a child enrolled in hospice care.FINDINGSFour themes were identified: this pregnancy was not normal, we chose to give birth to our child, my child requires special care, are you qualified to care for my child.CONCLUSIONSThe mothers' storytelling assisted the families in dealing with the daily uncertainty of their children's lives.IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICEHealthcare professionals can support families by listening to their stories. This research can provide healthcare professionals with an understanding of how important storytelling can be to families.

ISSN:1522-2179    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

PURPOSETo explore the value of professional storytelling in relation to family storytelling and continuity of care.SAMPLEA purposeful sample of 17 healthcare professionals caring for ill children in a home hospice environment.METHODSAs a part of a larger qualitative research study examining parent care actions for children in home hospice care, data from a subsample of healthcare professionals was obtained through participation in team meetings and through recruitment of families.MAIN RESEARCH VARIABLESPatients' and families' stories as related by healthcare professionals.FINDINGSThree major themes emerged: we give complex care, care is ever changing, and professionals need to communicate.CONCLUSIONSWith each retelling relationships are explored, meaning may be given to events, and emotional relief may be experienced.IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICEStorytelling is a way for professionals to examine their values and attitudes and a way for the healthcare professionals to provide and coordinate care.

ISSN:1522-2179    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:1522-2179    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:1522-2179    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:1522-2179    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID