Article
Nursing
Jie Zhang, Xiaohui Chai, Yi Ye, Qiuge Zhao, Xiuzhen Fan
Summary: Poor sleep and fatigue have negative impacts on the quality of life of heart failure patients and their family caregivers. Caregivers' fatigue is related to an improvement in patients' physical quality of life. Dyadic interventions focusing on improving sleep and fatigue can be beneficial to the quality of life.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Kyeong Eun Uhm, Heeyoune Jung, Min Woo Woo, Hyo Eun Kwon, Mooyeon Oh-Park, Bo Ram Lee, Eun Joo Kim, Jung Hwan Kim, Seung Ah Lee, Jongmin Lee
Summary: This study investigated caregiver preparedness and its influences on caregiver burden, depression, and quality of life (QoL) in caregivers of individuals with disabilities. The results showed that higher caregiver preparedness is a predictor of less caregiver burden and depression, and better QoL. However, preparedness did not increase as the duration or time spent on caregiving was extended.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
I. Magaly Freytes, Meagan Sullivan, Magda Schmitzberger, Jennifer LeLaurin, Tatiana Orozco, Nathaniel Eliazar-Macke, Constance Uphold
Summary: The study found that Cognitive/Emotional deficits were better predictors of caregivers' depression, burden, and mental quality of life, while Motor/Functional deficits did not significantly predict these caregiver outcomes.
DISABILITY AND HEALTH JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Maryam Askaryzadeh Mahani, Masoomeh Ghasemi, Mansour Arab, Zahra Baniasadi, Ali Omidi, Parichehr Sabaghzadeh Irani
Summary: This study examined the correlation between caregiver burden, depression, and quality of life among informal caregivers of thalassemia and hemodialysis patients in southeastern Iran during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results showed significant correlations between caregiver burden and depression, as well as caregiver burden and quality of life.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Raquel Lahoz, Clare Proudfoot, Ana Filipa Fonseca, Emil Loefroth, Stefano Corda, James Jackson, Sarah Cotton, Rachel Studer
Summary: The study assessed the burden among caregivers of heart failure patients with left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) <= 60%, and found that caregivers experienced a significant burden, especially for patients with more severe symptoms. The burden increased with the worsening of the patients' condition, with emotional support and encouragement being reported as the most troublesome caregiving activity.
PATIENT PREFERENCE AND ADHERENCE
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Federica Dellafiore, Misook L. Chung, Rosaria Alvaro, Valentina Zeffiro, Vellone Ercole, Gianluca Pucciarelli
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the influence of mutuality on the quality of life in heart failure patient-caregiver dyads. The results showed that mutuality played an important role in determining the physical and mental quality of life in heart failure patient-caregiver dyads.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Maria F. Paton, John Gierula, Judith E. Lowry, David A. Cairns, Kieran Bose Rosling, Charlotte A. Cole, Melanie McGinlay, Sam Straw, Rowena Byrom, Richard M. Cubbon, Mark T. Kearney, Klaus K. Witte
Summary: The study aimed to compare personalized pacemaker reprogramming with usual care on echocardiographic and patient-oriented outcomes. Results showed that personalized programming reduced RV pacing, improved LV function and size, and extended battery longevity, with no impact on quality of life.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Nisha A. Gilotra, Salpy Pamboukian, Maria Mountis, Shawn W. Robinson, Michelle Kittleson, Keyur B. Shah, Rhondalyn C. Forde-McLean, Donald C. Haas, Douglas A. Horstmanshof, Ulrich P. Jorde, Stuart D. Russell, Wendy C. Taddei-Peters, Neal Jeffries, Shokoufeh Khalatbari, Catherine A. Spino, Blair Richards, Matheos Yosef, Douglas L. Mann, Garrick C. Stewart, Keith D. Aaronson, Kathleen L. Grady
Summary: Based on the REVIVAL study, the HRQOL and other health outcomes of patients and caregivers change over time, and the relationship between patients and caregivers may impact medical decision making and outcomes.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Sri Yuliana, Erica Yu, Yohanes Andy Rias, Nur Atikah, Hsiu Ju Chang, Hsiu Ting Tsai
Summary: This study used the actor-partner interdependence model to explore the effects of disability, depressive, anxiety, and stress symptoms on the quality of life of stroke survivors and their family caregivers. The findings suggest that stroke survivors and family caregivers may influence each other during the caregiving process and social life, and their own symptoms affect the quality of life of their partners. Moreover, disability directly decreased the overall, physical, and mental quality of life of stroke survivors, and it also indirectly decreased the physical and mental quality of life of both stroke survivors and family caregivers through depressive, anxiety, and stress symptoms.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Neurosciences
Hannah von Eichel, Johanne Heine, Florian Wegner, Sophia Rogozinski, Stephanie Stiel, Adrian Groh, Lea Krey, Guenter U. Hoeglinger, Martin Klietz
Summary: Neuropsychiatric symptoms have a profound impact on the health-related quality of life of people with Parkinson's disease and the burden on their caregivers.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Elliane Irani, Harleah G. Buck, Karen S. Lyons, Seunghee Margevicius, Ercole Vellone, Andrew Bugajski, Maddalena De Maria
Summary: This study aimed to investigate how congruence in and satisfaction with the appraisal of dyadic HF care type contribute to the quality of life for both patients and caregivers. The results showed that congruent appraisal was positively associated with caregivers' mental quality of life, while satisfaction with care type was positively associated with physical and mental quality of life for both patients with HF and caregivers.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Gianluca Pucciarelli, Karen S. Lyons, Antonello Petrizzo, Rossella Ambrosca, Silvio Simeone, Rosaria Alvaro, Christopher S. Lee, Ercole Vellone
Summary: Caregiver preparedness has a positive influence on the quality of life of stroke survivors and caregivers, and interventions can be implemented to improve the relationship between depression and QOL in stroke survivor-caregiver dyads.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Johanna Koehler, Andreas Stengel, Tobias Hofmann, Karl Wegscheider, Kerstin Koehler, Susanne Sehner, Matthias Rose, Oliver Deckwart, Stefan D. Anker, Friedrich Koehler, Ulrich Laufs
Summary: Telemedical care in patients with CHF and moderate depression not only improved depressive symptoms, but also had a positive influence on quality of life compared to usual care. Adjustment was made for various factors to confirm the effect of telemonitoring on depressive symptoms.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF HEART FAILURE
(2021)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Nicole Whiteley, Celina F. Pluim, Molly Split, Angelie Cabrera Tuazon, Raeanne C. Moore, Irene Litvan, Stephanie Lessig, J. Vincent Filoteo, Dawn M. Schiehser
Summary: This study investigated the changes in care partner burden and depression, as well as the predictors of these symptoms over time in Parkinson's disease (PD) patients. The results showed that disease severity and patient mood were key factors influencing these symptoms. Targeting disease severity and mood symptoms may prevent the progression of care partner burden and depression.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GERIATRIC PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Martin Klietz, Hannah von Eichel, Theresa Schnur, Selma Staege, Gunter U. Hoeglinger, Florian Wegner, Stephanie Stiel
Summary: This study assessed the one-year trajectory of caregiver burden in Parkinson's disease using the PDCB and caregiver task questionnaire, finding only a mild increase in burden over the course of one year. Gender-specific differences do not seem to impact caregiver tasks in the presented study population.
Article
Nursing
Rozzano C. Locsin, Gil P. Soriano, Phanida Juntasopeepun, Wipada Kunaviktikul, Lorraine S. Evangelista
Summary: This paper discusses the increasing incidence of social isolation among older adults in today's healthcare climate and the importance of utilizing technology to prevent or ameliorate this phenomenon. Research findings suggest that digital technology can facilitate social transformation, reduce the negative impacts of social isolation, and highlight the importance of older adults' involvement in social activities and understanding of technology.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Marysol C. Cacciata, Irma Alvarado, Mini M. Jose, Lorraine S. Evangelista
Summary: This study compared the risk profiles and health behaviors of Filipino older adults in rural areas at low vs. moderate-to-high risk for coronary artery disease. It found that individuals at moderate to high risk were more likely to have cardiometabolic diseases, while health behaviors did not differ significantly between the two groups except for higher fruit consumption in the low-risk group.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING
(2021)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Paula Rosales, Lorraine Evangelista, Yuqing Guo, Crystle-Joie G. Agbayani, Zeev N. Kain, Michelle A. Fortier
Summary: The study found lower resilience and achievement among Hispanic survivors, which were positively associated with satisfaction and achievement. Years of schooling were positively associated with achievement. However, there were no differences in satisfaction scores between Hispanic and non-Hispanic White survivors.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC HEALTH CARE
(2021)
Editorial Material
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Elizabeth Lorenzo, Lorraine S. Evangelista
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Marysol C. Cacciata, Anna Stromberg, Leonie Klompstra, Tiny Jaarsma, Mebin Kuriakose, Jung-Ah Lee, Dawn Lombardo, Lorraine S. Evangelista
Summary: This study explored the facilitators and challenges of using a home-based exergame platform, the Nintendo Wii Sports, in patients with heart failure. The results showed that the enjoyment and competition, convenience, physical benefits, and psychosocial benefits were facilitators, while boredom from playing similar games and frustrations from game difficulty were challenges. Preferences, capacities, past experiences, and social support should be considered to avoid boredom and frustrations.
JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Leonie Klompstra, Tiny Jaarsma, Massimo F. Piepoli, Tuvia Ben Gal, Lorraine Evangelista, Anna Stromberg, Maria Back
Summary: Physical activity (PA) is important for improving health outcomes in patients with heart failure (HF). However, adherence to PA is low, making it necessary to explore novel approaches to increase PA. This study found no significant difference in PA between patients with HF who received either exergaming or motivational support. Factors such as having grandchildren, recent diagnosis of HF, and higher social motivation were identified as independent predictors of a clinically relevant increase in non-sedentary time.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Samira M. Moughrabi, Samer Habib, Lorraine Evangelista
Summary: This study aimed to determine whether depression predicts the onset of cardiac cachexia in patients with chronic heart failure. The results showed that depression scores and LVEF predicted the occurrence of cardiac cachexia and accounted for 49% of its variance. Therefore, depression can predict the development of cardiac cachexia in patients with heart failure.
BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH FOR NURSING
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Reimund Serafica, Miguel Fudolig, Jennifer Kawi, Andrew Thomas Reyes, Erwin William A. Leyva, Francisco S. Sy, Lorraine S. Evangelista
Summary: This study compared the levels of psychological distress, sources of stress, and use of health-promotion strategies between Filipino Americans and Filipinos. The results showed that Filipino Americans reported lower levels of psychological distress compared to Filipinos, who experienced distress mainly related to employment and finances.
JOURNAL OF TRANSCULTURAL NURSING
(2023)
Editorial Material
Nursing
BrianA. Vasquez, Rainier Moreno-Lacalle, Gil P. Soriano, Phanida Juntasoopeepun, Rozzano C. Locsin, Lorraine S. Evangelista
Summary: This article discusses the theoretical aspects of technological machines and artificial intelligence in nursing, with a focus on their effective outcomes. The efficient use of technology positively impacts nursing care time, allowing nurses to prioritize patient care. The influence of technology and artificial intelligence on nursing practice in the current age of rapid advancements is also examined.
NURSING & HEALTH SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Nursing
Reimund Serafica, Timothy Grigsby, Bradley Donohue, Lorraine Evangelista
Summary: This paper conceptually examined occupational stress among immigrant workers and its psychological effects on their mental health. It offers an operational definition to aid nurse researchers, educators, and practitioners in assessing and managing patients, and developing culturally appropriate interventions for this population.
Article
Nursing
Hoang Nguyen, Ashleigh Medina, George Golovko, Lorraine Evangelista
Summary: Hispanic and non-Hispanic African American individuals have a higher risk of fatality from COVID-19 compared to non-Hispanic White individuals. The higher risk remains after adjusting for sex, age, and preexisting conditions. Health care providers could help to increase vaccination rates in these vulnerable populations by addressing the social and cultural barriers with their patients.
Meeting Abstract
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Julienne Ivan Soberano, Marysol Caciata, Jo Leah Flores, Erwin William Leyva, Mary Abigail Hernandez, Josefina Tuazon, Lorraine Evangelista
INNOVATION IN AGING
(2021)
Meeting Abstract
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Elizabeth Lorenzo, Lorraine S. Evangelista
Meeting Abstract
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Lorraine S. Evangelista, Elizabeth Lorenzo
Meeting Abstract
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Lorraine S. Evangelista, Elizabeth Lorenzo
