Using external memory aids to increase room finding by older adults with dementia
2001
American Journal of Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 16
Pages 251-254
Author(s): Nolan, B. A., Mathews, R. M., Harrison, M.
Memory deficits are commonly experienced by seniors with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Disorientation is a memory-related skill deficit that leads to reduced mobility and inhibits independence. Further, it is upsetting for residents when they can't find their rooms and often repeatedly ask staff to help them. Some research suggests that display cases with the residents’ personal memorabilia can help those with moderately severe dementia locate their rooms.
Added May 2014
Quality Improvement Practices: Enhancing Quality of Life During Mealtimes
2001
Journal for Nurses in Staff Development
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 17
Pages 131-136
Author(s): Evans, B. C., Crogan, N. L.
Studies identified that malnutrition affects up to 54% of the 1.5 million Americans over age 65 who reside in the nation’s 20,000 nursing homes and can lead to death or chronic disability. Physical causes of malnutrition include altered sensation, medication effects, and impaired feeding ability. Psychological causes include cognitive impairment, depression, and social isolation. Mealtime is also a very important time of day for residents of nursing homes since it is a time for socialization, remembering family and past events, and enjoying the sensory experience of eating. The mealtime experience can enhance the quality of life for residents in nursing homes.
Added April 2014
Noise and related events in neonatal intensive care unit
2001
Acta Paediatrical Taiwanica
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 42
Pages 212-217
Author(s): Chang, Y. J., Lin, C. H., Lin, L. H.
Noise contributes to environmental stress to premature infants, who often spend long periods of time in neonatal intensive care units (NICU). Some research indicates that noise contributes to higher incidences of hearing loss, as well as cardiovascular, respirator, endocrine, and behavioral deficits. Some of the noise might be reduced by studying different aspects of NICU settings (i.e., wards, personnel, equipment, and procedures).
Added April 2014
Patient falls from bed and the role of bedrails in the acute care setting
2001
Australian Journal of Advanced Nursing
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 19
Pages 8-13
Author(s): van Leeuwen, M., Bennett, L., West, S., Wiles, V., Grasso, J.
Added October 2012
Myths and facts about side rails
2001
American Journal of Nursing
Journal Article
Issue 7
Volume 101
Pages 43-48
Author(s): Talerico, K.A., Capezuti, E.
Added October 2012
Noise pollution: a study of noise levels in the operation theatres of a general hospital during various surgical procedures
2001
Journal of the Indian Medical Association
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 99
Pages 244, 246-7
Author(s): Shankar, N., Malhotra, K.L., Ahuja, S., Tandon, O.P.
Added October 2012
Improving Survival From Sudden Cardiac ArrestThe Role of the Automated External Defibrillator
2001
The Journal of the American Medical Association
Journal Article
Issue 9
Volume 285
Pages 1193-1200
Author(s): Marenco, J.P., Wang, P.J., Link, M.S., Homoud, M.K., Estes, N.A.M.
Added October 2012
Reduced lighting does not improve medical outcomes in very low birth weight infants
2001
Journal of Pediatrics
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 139
Pages 527-531
Author(s): Kennedy, K., Fielder, A., Hardy, R., Tung, B., Gordon, D., Reynolds, J.
Added October 2012
More than just a pamphlet: development of an innovative computer-based education program for cancer patients
2001
Patient Education and Counseling
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 44
Pages 271-281
Author(s): Jones, J., Nyhof-Young, J., Friedman, A., Cattan, P.
Added October 2012
The Impact of a Computer Network on Pediatric Pain and Anxiety: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
2001
Social Work in Health Care: The Journal of Health Care Social Work
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 36
Pages 21-33
Author(s): Holden, G., Bearison, D.J., Rode, D.C., Fishman, M., Rosenberg, G.
Added October 2012
Predictors of panic symptoms during magnetic resonance imaging scans
2001
International Journal of Behavioral Medicine
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 8
Pages 80-87
Author(s): Harris, L.M., Robinson, J., Menzies, R.G.
Added October 2012
Home adaptation: Helping older people age in place
2001
Geriatric Nursing
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 22
Pages 239-46; quiz 246-7
Author(s): Fielo, S.B., Warren, S.A.
Added October 2012
Noise Distribution of an Incubator With Nebulizer at a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Southern Taiwan.
2001
The Journal of Nursing Research
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 9
Pages 25-32
Author(s): Chen, H.F., Chang, Y.J.
Added October 2012
Biocorrosion of copper in potable water
2001
Journal American Water Works Association
Journal Article
Issue 8
Volume 93
Pages 82-91
Author(s): Bremer, P.J., Webster, B.J., Wells, D.B.
Added October 2012
Zora: A Pilot Virtual Community in the Pediatric Dialysis Unit
2001
Medinfo
Journal Article
Issue Part 1
Volume 84
Pages 800-804
Author(s): Bers, M., Gonzalez-Heydrich, J., Raches, D., DeMaso, D.
Added October 2012
Interaction between adult patients' family members and nursing staff on a hospital ward
2001
Scandinavian Journal Of Caring Sciences
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 15
Pages 142-150
Author(s): Astedt-Kurki, P., Paavilainen, E., Tammentie, T., Paunonen-Ilmonen, M.
Added October 2012
