Heart Transplant Patient Confessions About Life Quality Overview Survival rates following heart transplantation (HTx) have markedly improved over recent decades, underscoring the need to examine the long-term quality of life (QoL) for these patients. This study assessed the QoL of 75 individuals who had survived 20 to 31 years (average 24.9 years)
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Burnout In Overwhelmed Healthcare Providers: A Tool For Risk Identification
Burnout In Overwhelmed Healthcare Providers: A Tool For Risk Identification Overview The aim of the Cross-sectional study was to create a predictive model for identifying high-burnout risk among nurses. This research utilized an online survey, gathering data with the Chinese Maslach Burnout Inventory-General Survey (CMBI-GS) and self-administered questionnaires. These questionnaires covered demographic, behavioral,
Skin Cancer Incidence Highest In Patients Experiencing Adversity
Skin Cancer Incidence Highest In Patients Experiencing Adversity Overview The influence of emotional states on skin conditions is well-recognized, yet the specific impact of stress on the development of skin cancer remains under-explored. This retrospective study aimed to broaden the understanding of skin cancer risk factors by examining the intricate relationship between
Chronic Pain Management Utilizing Virtual Interfacing Is Successful At Symptom Reduction
Chronic Pain Management Utilizing Virtual Interfacing Is Successful At Symptom Reduction Adults with chronic pain often face more significant mental health challenges and cognitive impairments. Psychological pain management programs, rooted in cognitive behavior therapy, are effective in improving these issues and can be delivered face-to-face or remotely, aiding in overcoming treatment
Psychiatric Admission and Mortality Risk
Psychiatric Admission and Mortality Risk Overview The study investigated the impact of clinical characteristics on mortality risk among patients admitted to a psychiatric acute ward at Haukeland University Hospital in Bergen, Norway, between 2005 and 2014. A total of 6,125 patients were included in the prospective total-cohort study, with clinical interviews conducted
Depression In Adolescent Patients Treated With Exercise
Depression In Adolescent Patients Treated With Exercise Overview The increasing prevalence of adolescent depression has garnered significant attention from both societal and academic realms. While exercise is recognized as a crucial method for alleviating adolescent depression, its effectiveness as an intervention remains a topic of debate. This study aims to address this
Op Koers Online Program: Assistance For Parents Of Pediatric Cancer Patients
Op Koers Online Program: Assistance For Parents Of Pediatric Cancer Patients This research addresses the challenges faced by parents of children with cancer, emphasizing the stress and uncertainty associated with treatments and long-term effects. The study, anchored in the disability-stress-coping model, highlights the crucial role of coping skills in mediating well-being.
Sleep Talk and Sleep Disorders: Identifying Warning Signs
Patient Education This article is tailored for patients. Refer your patients to this article for them to learn more about their condition. Sleep Talk and Sleep Disorders: Identifying Warning Signs Article by: Przemysław Puternicki Nearly 50% of children and 5% of adults are known to sleep talk, a phenomenon that may seem harmless,
Smoking And Mental Health After Lung Cancer Diagnosis
Smoking And Mental Health After Lung Cancer Diagnosis Overview This study investigated the emotional well-being, stigma experiences, and their connection to smoking history in individuals diagnosed with lung cancer. Analyzing data from 539 participants across various geographic locations from November 2019 to July 2022, the study utilized validated survey tools to assess
White Matter Brain Changes In Post-Chemotherapy Breast Cancer Patients
White Matter Brain Changes In Post-Chemotherapy Breast Cancer Patients Overview In this study, the objective was to evaluate white matter microstructural changes in older breast cancer survivors 5-15 years post-chemotherapy treatment. The participants included breast cancer survivors aged 65 or older who underwent chemotherapy (C+) and those who did not (C-), along
