Article
Nursing
Charlotte T. M. van Corven, Annemiek Bielderman, Ana Diaz Ponce, Dianne Gove, Jean Georges, Maud J. L. Graff, Debby L. Gerritsen
Summary: This study aims to identify existing empowerment interventions for people living with dementia and explore the reasons why these interventions are considered empowering. The results show that while there are many interventions considered as empowering, there are currently no interventions specifically developed or aimed at empowerment for people with dementia.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2022)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ai Mardhiyah, Santhna Letchmi Panduragan, Henny Suzana Mediani, Iyus Yosep
Summary: This study aims to explore interventions that could improve the quality of life of children with thalassemia. From the analysis of ten articles, five types of nursing intervention were found: Health Care Instructions, Psychological Program, Educational Program, Counseling Program, and Self-care Model. Nursing intervention has the potential to improve the quality of life in children and adolescents with thalassemia.
JOURNAL OF MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ahmad Al-Azayzih, Roaa J. Kanaan, Shoroq M. Altawalbeh
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and predictors of Drug-related problems (DRPs) and evaluate their impact on the health-related quality of life in geriatric patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The study found a high prevalence of DRPs in this population, with drug choice problems being the most common. Factors such as high drug frequency, living conditions, number of diabetes medications, comorbidities, and smoking were associated with a higher number of DRPs. Furthermore, an increased number of DRPs was found to have a negative impact on various domains of health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in geriatric patients with type 2 diabetes.
THERAPEUTICS AND CLINICAL RISK MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Review
Dermatology
Yanyan Guo, Yuanyuan Zhang, Xianzhen Guo, Wenting Zhao, Qiuyan Wang, Xinxin Liu, Shuang Li, Jinze Che, Ti Zhou
Summary: This study compares experimental nursing interventions with routine nursing interventions for stoma patients and finds that experimental nursing interventions have a more positive impact on improving the patients' quality of life. It provides a viable option for stoma nursing practitioners to improve stoma care.
INTERNATIONAL WOUND JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Gerontology
Kathryn W. Wesson, Krista L. Donohoe, Julie A. Patterson
Summary: In nursing homes, pharmacy-related deficiency citations are common, focusing on labeling/storage, unnecessary psychotropic drugs, and routine pharmacy services. Nursing home characteristics associated with receiving pharmacy-related deficiencies include less geographic competition, fewer registered nurse hours, lower occupancy, for-profit status, and being located in the Midwest or West.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED GERONTOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Laurine Robert, Elodie Cuvelier, Chloe Rousseliere, Sophie Gautier, Pascal Odou, Jean-Baptiste Beuscart, Bertrand Decaudin
Summary: Clinical decision support systems (CDSSs) can detect drug-related problems in real time and are valuable for healthcare institutions with a clinical pharmacy team. This study reports the detection of drug-related problems using a CDSS by an existing clinical pharmacy team over a 22-month period. The results suggest that a CDSS is a useful decision-support tool for hospital pharmacists and can prioritize drug-related problems by distinguishing critical and noncritical alerts.
Review
Nursing
Benjamin Bohn, Steve Strupeit
Summary: The aim of this study was to identify interventions to promote mobility and improve the quality of life for individuals in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The study design was a systematic review. The findings showed that four studies reported improvements in mobility and quality of life. Nine out of ten studies demonstrated the impact of interventions on various mobility variables. However, there was heterogeneity in the assessment tools used for quality of life and mobility, making it challenging to compare the results. Additionally, around 50% of the identified studies had small sample sizes.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Yaping Su, Ruiling Li, Xiangying Ren, Yuanyuan Wang, Xiaolu Bai, Yurui Zhang, Lingyu Han, Yiman Wang, Ran Liang
Summary: This study aimed to verify the effect of hip arthroplasty in elderly patients by analyzing health-related quality of life (HRQoL) scores measured by the EU-5Q scale. The results show that HRQoL scores measured by the EU-5Q scale were significantly different between elderly patients who underwent total hip arthroplasty (THA) and hemiarthroplasty. In conclusion, further evaluation and verification are needed to determine the optimal surgical plan and effect of hip arthroplasty in elderly patients.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Juliana Schneider, Engi Abd Elhady Algharably, Andrea Budnick, Arlett Wenzel, Dagmar Draeger, Reinhold Kreutz
Summary: The study found that multimorbidity and polypharmacy are highly prevalent in elderly outpatients receiving home care, with potential medication-related problems including potentially relevant drug interactions, overprescribing, and underuse.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Editorial Material
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Chung Sang Tse, Melissa G. Hunt, Lily A. Brown, James D. Lewis
Summary: The diagnosis of IBD brings about significant changes in the lives of most adults. Despite advancements in treatment options, medical and surgical intervention alone may not be enough to completely restore health and prevent long-term disability due to the incurable nature of IBD.
INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Na Gao, Yaqiang Li, Changru Sang, Jiale He, Congxia Chen
Summary: The study examines the efficacy of high-quality nursing care in geriatric patients with acute cerebral infarction. The results demonstrate that high-quality nursing care significantly improves neurological restoration, alleviates adverse psychological states, enhances quality of life, reduces the incidence of complications, and increases nursing satisfaction.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ian Osoro, Mohammed Amir, Manisha Vohra, Amit Sharma
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the role of pharmacist interventions in minimizing drug-related problems in diabetes with co-existing hypertension. A total of 628 interventions were recommended for 1,914 patients during the 5-year study period, with the majority involving drug substitution (39%), change in frequency of administration (25%), and addition of drug (14%). Patient compliance status was found to be significant. The study concludes that clinical pharmacists play a crucial role in minimizing drug-related problems, with a focus on patient counseling and follow-up.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Penny Heidke, Corneel Vandelanotte, Christopher Irwin, Susan Williams, Sonia Saluja, Saman Khalesi
Summary: This study evaluated the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of nursing students and its relationship with lifestyle behaviors such as smoking, diet, alcohol intake, and physical activity. Results showed that nursing students had lower HRQoL scores compared to the general Australian population, highlighting a need to address their poor lifestyle and HRQoL to support their physical and mental health.
NURSING & HEALTH SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Juha Markus Heikkila, Paula Bergman, Juha Jantunen, Johanna Salimaki, Marika Pohjanoksa-Mantyla, Paula Kauppi
Summary: According to a nationwide survey, asthma patients are more likely to experience medication-related problems compared to allergy patients, particularly regarding medication timing. Older age and lower level of education are associated with fewer reported problems.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Raquel Diez, Raquel Cadenas, Julen Susperregui, Ana M. Sahagun, Nelida Fernandez, Juan J. Garcia, Matilde Sierra, Cristina Lopez
Summary: 19.2% of the Spanish population aged 65 or older. This study assessed the pattern of polypharmacy in a nursing home in Leon and its relationship with drug-related problems. The study found a high prevalence of polypharmacy and inappropriate medications among residents, as well as common drug-drug interactions, some of which were severe/moderate.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Simon Kwun Yu Lam, Janita Pak Chun Chau, Suzanne Hoi Shan Lo, Elaine Kee Chen Siow, Vivian Wing Yan Lee, Edward Wai Ching Shum, Alexander Yuk Lun Lau
Summary: This study aims to understand user expectations and factors influencing the use of a virtual multidisciplinary stroke care clinic. Findings show that before using the virtual clinic, participants identified a need for guidance and support in technology, familiarity with hardware and applications, and services meeting psychosocial needs. Facilitators included feeling safe and supported, willingness to learn and adapt to the new service, and ease of use with flexible scheduling. Connectivity issues, hardware compatibility, and interface design were perceived as barriers to using the clinic.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Review
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Eric Kam-Pui Lee, Paul Poon, Chun-Pong Yu, Vivian Wing-Yan Lee, Vincent Chi-Ho Chung, Samuel Yeung-Shan Wong
Summary: Oral melatonin may be a potential alternative treatment for hypertension and nocturnal hypertension, but high-quality meta-analyses are lacking. The meta-analysis suggests that controlled-release melatonin can reduce asleep systolic blood pressure and improve sleep quality and total sleep time.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL HYPERTENSION
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Janita Pak Chun Chau, Suzanne Hoi Shan Lo, Laveeza Butt, Vivian Wing Yan Lee, Grace Chung Yan Lui, Alexander Yuk Lun Lau
Summary: This study evaluates the effectiveness of a multi-disciplinary school-based HPV health-promotion programme in improving HPV vaccine uptake rates in Hong Kong. The findings suggest that the educational resources developed for the programme are well-received and effective in increasing HPV knowledge levels, generating confidence in vaccine safety and effectiveness, and boosting vaccination intention. However, some doubts regarding vaccine necessity remain.
JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Janita Pak Chun Chau, Suzanne Hoi Shan Lo, Alexander Yuk Lun Lau, Vivian Wing Yan Lee, Kai Chow Choi, Eddie Chi Fai Kwok, David R. Thompson
Summary: This study aims to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of a social participation-focused virtual reality intervention on the physical, psychological, and social outcomes of community-dwelling stroke survivors with physical disabilities. A randomized controlled clinical trial will be conducted with 250 stroke survivor-caregiver pairs, and data will be collected at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and 3 months later.
Article
Education & Educational Research
Vivian Wing Yan Lee, Paul Lai Chuen Lam, Judy Tsiu Sim Lo, Jesse Lai Fong Lee, Joyce Tik Sze Li
Summary: This study examined the effectiveness, challenges, and suggestions for improvement of online assessment. Results showed that most students were dissatisfied with their online assessment arrangements, with technical problems being the major difficulty. Students emphasized the importance of timely and detailed feedback from teachers. They suggested the provision of technical support and measures to ensure academic honesty.
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Qingqing Huang, Vivian W. Y. Lee
Summary: This study examines first-year university students' perceptions of wholly blended learning during the COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong. The findings indicate that students perceive low levels of teaching, social, and cognitive presences, with social presence scoring the highest. The study also suggests that teaching presence significantly influences cognitive presence and social presence.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INFORMATION AND LEARNING TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Siya Liang, Ching Sing Chai, Vivian W. Y. Lee
Summary: This study surveyed medical students' experiences with online learning in the 21st century and explored the relationships between online learning practices and thinking processes on basic science-related clinical ability. The results showed that meaningful learning with ICT was positively associated with other learning practices, and learning practices were positively associated with thinking processes and basic science-related clinical ability. These findings support incorporating 21st century learning practices into medical education to enhance students' self-perception of clinical ability.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Chung-tin Ma, Ho Wing Chou, Teddy Tai-ning Lam, Yan Tung Tung, Yat Wing Lai, Lai-ka Lee, Vivian Wing-yan Lee, Nelson Chun-yiu Yeung, Alex Wing-Kwan Leung, Smita Bhatia, Chi Kong Li, Yin Ting Cheung
Summary: This study evaluated the short-term effectiveness of a personalized survivorship care plan (SCP) in improving cancer-related literacy among childhood cancer survivors. It found that the provision of a personalized SCP showed preliminary effectiveness in improving survivors' understanding of their treatment-related late effects (LEs).
PEDIATRIC BLOOD & CANCER
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Suzanne Hoi Shan Lo, Janita Pak Chun Chau, Alexander Yuk Lun Lau, Kai Chow Choi, Edward Wai Ching Shum, Vivian Wing Yan Lee, Sheung Sheung Hung, Vincent Chung Tong Mok, Elaine Kee Chen Siow, Jessica Yuet Ling Ching, Kashika Mirchandani, Simon Kwun Yu Lam
Summary: The study found that the Virtual Multidisciplinary Stroke Care Clinic had positive impacts on stroke survivors' self-efficacy, self-management behaviors, social participation, and depression. The effect sizes of the intervention were considered small to medium and may not be clinically relevant. Further testing is needed to determine the effectiveness of the service.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Vivian W. Y. Lee, Franco W. T. Cheng
Summary: This study investigated the cost differences between intravenous and subcutaneous trastuzumab regimens for breast cancer patients in Hong Kong. It found that subcutaneous administration could save costs in terms of total care and healthcare professional time, making it a potential cost-saving therapy for HER2-positive breast cancer patients.
HONG KONG MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Bonaventure Y. M. Ip, Bonnie Y. K. Lam, Vincent M. H. Hui, Lisa W. C. Au, Mandy W. T. Liu, Lin Shi, Vivian W. Y. Lee, Winnie C. W. Chu, Thomas W. Leung, Ho Ko, Vincent C. T. Mok
Summary: This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of cilostazol in stroke- and dementia-free subjects with white matter hyperintensities. The results showed that cilostazol did not slow down the progression of WMHs and demonstrated an acceptable safety profile.
ALZHEIMERS & DEMENTIA-TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH & CLINICAL INTERVENTIONS
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Mong Yung Fung, Yu Hong Lee, Yan Tung Astor Lee, Mei Ling Wong, Joyce Tik Sze Li, Enoch E. Nok Ng, Vivian Wing Yan Lee
Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, a student-led, telephone-delivered intervention was found to be feasible in improving COVID-19-related health knowledge among Hong Kong older adults. The intervention consisted of five telephone call sessions and led to significant improvements in participants' test scores. Both the older adults and student volunteers benefited from the program, with improved communication skills and understanding observed among the students.
PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Joyce T. S. Li, Janita P. C. Chau, Samuel Y. S. Wong, Ann S. N. Lau, Wallace C. H. Chan, Peggy P. S. Yip, Yijian Yang, Fred K. T. Ku, Felix Y. B. Sze, Irwin K. C. King, Vivian W. Y. Lee
Summary: Studies show that Interprofessional Education (IPE) has a positive impact on learners' attitudes, knowledge, skills, behaviors, and competency. While commonly seen in healthcare professional training, IPE is crucial for addressing global issues such as aging that require interdisciplinary collaboration. However, barriers like heavy teaching and administrative load, logistical challenges, and lack of awareness and participation hinder the development of IPE.
FRONTIERS IN EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Yun Wang, Dan Wu, Alexandre Chan, Chih-Hung Chang, Vivian W. Y. Lee, Michael B. Nichol
Summary: This study evaluated the temporal trend in the use of opioid and nonopioid pain medications in the United States. The results showed a slight decline in the use of opioids in recent years, while the use of nonopioid medications remained stable.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Y. T. Cheung, L. S. Yang, Justin C. T. Ma, Patricia H. K. Woo, Sammy M. S. Luk, Thomas C. H. Chan, Vivian W. Y. Lee, Nelson C. Y. Yeung, C. K. Li
Summary: The study reveals that childhood cancer survivors in Hong Kong have not developed healthy habits despite the low prevalence of unhealthy behaviors. It also indicates a correlation between lower socioeconomic status and unhealthy behaviors.
HONG KONG MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
