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The Relationship Between Subepidermal Moisture Assessment and Pain Measurements in Predicting Pressure Ulcer Development in At-Risk Adults
1 Introduction Pressure ulcers (PUs) are localised injuries to the skin and/or underlying tissue, usually occurring over a bony prominence, or related to a medical device, as a result of pressure or pressure in combination with shear [1]. Despite advances in prevention and management strategies, PUs remain a significant healthcare challenge worldwide, negatively affecting patient outcomes, quality of life, and healthcare resources [2, 3].
The Role of a Stroke Specialist Nurse in Early Supported Discharge and Secondary Prevention in the Community. A Scoping Review
1 Background Stroke represents a major source of mortality and morbidity globally with over 15 million individuals affected worldwide by stroke every year (Feigin et al. 2017; Bayes et al. 2023). Nurses play a critical role in all aspects of stroke care including initial assessment, diagnosis, and provision of inpatient post-stroke secondary prevention care until the patient is discharged home (Magwood et al. 2020; Middleton et al. 2015).
The Clinical Utility of Autofluorescence Imaging for Bacterial Detection in Wounds: A Systematic Review
Autofluorescence imaging improves the detection of clinically significant bacterial loads in wounds. Fluorescence-guided wound assessment enhances swabbing accuracy, targeted debridement, and treatment decision-making. Autofluorescence imaging shows higher diagnostic accuracy than conventional white light and clinical signs-based assessment. Further research is needed to validate the impact of autofluroescence imaging on long-term wound healing and infection control.
Are there physiological differences in response to injury depending on skin tone – a scoping review | Journal of Wound Care
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The impact of burnout on paediatric nurses' attitudes about patient safety in the acute hospital setting: A systematic review
Highlights • Burnout is prevalent among paediatric nurses. • Emotional exhaustion may negatively impact attitudes to patient safety. • Job satisfaction is a key determinant of both burnout and patient safety. Abstract Patient safety is the cornerstone of quality healthcare. Nurses have a duty to provide safe care, particularly to vulnerable populations such as paediatric patients.
A systematic review on the impact of sub‐epidermal moisture assessments on pressure ulcer/injury care delivery pathways
1 INTRODUCTION Pressure injuries/ulcers (PI/PU) are localised damage to the skin and/or underlying tissue, as a result of pressure, or pressure in combination with shear.1 In epidemiology, ‘prevalence’ refers to the proportion of individuals in a population who have a particular condition at a specific point in time or within a specified period. It represents the total number of existing cases of the condition divided by the total population at risk.
Health-related quality of life in patients with diabetic foot ulcers in the Arab world: a systematic review
*Corresponding author email: E-mail Address: maisoonmairghani@rcsi.ie Department of Public Health and Epidemiology, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland Converge: Centre for Chronic Disease and Population Health Research, School of Population Health, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
Integrating Point-of-Care Bacterial Fluorescence Imaging-Guided Care with Continued Wound Measurement for Enhanced Wound Area Reduction Monitoring
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Assessing nurses' attitudes towards pressure ulcer prevention: an updated systematic review
Director of Nursing and Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery. The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dublin Adjunct Associate Professor, Fakeeh College of Health Sciences, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Honorary Senior Fellow, Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health, University of Wollongong, Australia Honorary Professor, Lida Institute, Shanghai, China Visiting Professor, University of Wales, Cardiff
Tools to measure pressure ulcer knowledge: a scoping review
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, University of Medicine and Health Sciences, School of Nursing & Midwifery, Dublin, Ireland Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dublin, Skin Wounds and Trauma Research Centre, Dublin, Ireland Search for more papers by this author Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, University of Medicine and Health Sciences, School of Nursing & Midwifery, Dublin, Ireland Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, University of...
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Neurophysiological Effects of Repeated Soccer Heading in Youth
Repeated head loading in sports is associated with negative long-term brain health, and there is growing evidence of short-term neurophysiological changes after repeated soccer heading. The objective of this study was to quantify the head kinematics and effects of repetitive soccer headers in adolescents using an instrumented mouthguard. Adolescent soccer players aged 13–18 years were randomly assigned to a kicking control, frontal heading, or oblique heading group.
Radial and Oblique Impact Testing of Alpine Helmets onto Snow Surfaces
Open AccessArticle by Declan A. Patton 1,2,3,4,*, Reza Mohammadi 5, Peter Halldin 5, Svein Kleiven 5 and Andrew S.
A systematic review of the effect of early mobilisation on length of stay for adults in the intensive care unit
LITERATURE REVIEW Find It @ Georgia Southern Abstract Background EM has been hypothesized to help prevent the development of ICU acquired weakness and may therefore result in positive outcomes for ICU patients. Aim To establish the impact of Early mobilisation (EM) on adult Intensive Care Unit (ICU) patients in terms of ICU length of stay (LOS), as well as hospital LOS, duration of mechanical ventilation, mortality, and functional independence. Study design A Systematic Review.
We all fall down: head injuries in nursery rhyme characters
Intended for healthcare professionals Toggle navigation The BMJ logo Toggle top menu News & Views We all fall down: head... We all fall down: head injuries in nursery rhyme characters Feature Christmas 2021: What if . . . ?
Managing head injury risks in competitive skateboarding: what do we know?
Managing head injury risks in competitive skateboarding: what do we know?
Culture, the Stigma of Mental Illness, and Young People
Culture is a crucial factor in understanding variations in stigma experiences among young people (age ≤25 years). Cultural beliefs influence the range of social responses that mental health issues elicit, including forms of treatment and role expectations of carers. The current article explores the influence that stigma and culture can have on young people with mental illness. It highlights that it is impossible for nurses to be cognizant of all belief systems related to mental illness.
Prevention of pressure ulcers among individuals cared for in the prone position: lessons for the COVID-19 emergency
Journal of Wound CareVol. 29, No. 6 Education Zena Moore, Declan Patton, Pinar Avsar, Natalie L McEvoy, Gerard Curley, Aglecia Budri, Linda Nugent, Simone Walsh, Tom O'Connor Abstract Objective: Pressure ulcers (PUs) involve the destruction of skin and underlying tissue due to prolonged pressure and shear forces. These ulcers are painful and significantly reduce a person's quality of life.
Impaired mobility and pressure ulcer development in older adults: Excess movement and too little movement-Two sides of the one coin?
ORIGINAL ARTICLE Aglecia Moda Vitoriano Budri PhD, RGN, BSc Corresponding Author E-mail address: agleciabudri@rcsi.ie https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0741-9926 School of Nursing and Midwifery, Skin Wounds and Trauma – SWaT Research Centre, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland Correspondence Aglecia Moda Vitoriano Budri, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Skin Wounds and Trauma – SWaT Research Centre, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Vitoriano, A.
The impact of implementing speech recognition technology on the accuracy and efficiency (time to complete) clinical documentation by nurses: A systematic review
REVIEW Joseph Joseph Corresponding Author Clinical Nurse Manager 2 E-mail address: sunojoseph@gmail.com E-mail address: joseph.joseph@hse.ie Naas General hospital, Naas, Ireland School of Nursing and Midwifery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin 2, Ireland Correspondence Joseph Joseph, RCSI, School of Nursing and Midwifery, 123. St. Stephens Green, Dublin 2, Ireland.
An assessment of the utility and functionality of wearable head impact sensors in Australian Football
Article in Press Andrew S McIntosh x Search for articles by this author Affiliations MUARC, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia Federation University Australia, Ballarat, Australia Correspondence Corresponding author at: Monash University Accident Research Centre, Monash University, Level 1, Building 70, Clayton Campus, 21 Alliance Lane, Clayton VIC 3800, Australia a,b,,Correspondence information about the author Andrew S McIntosh x Search for articles by this author Affiliations MUARC,...
Do Safety Briefings Improve Patient Safety in the Acute Hospital Setting? A Systematic Review
Review Do Safety Briefings Improve Patient Safety in the Acute Hospital Setting? A Systematic Review Sharon Ryan Corresponding Author E-mail address: sharon.ryan@cuh.ie Diploma in Quality and Leadership, BSc. General Nursing. Registered General Nurse RGN.
Trauma-Informed Care and Practice: Practice Improvement Strategies in an Inpatient Mental Health Ward
Click here to read a Letter to the Editor about this article. A growing body of evidence highlights that trauma is the single most significant predictor that an individual will need support from mental health services. Yet despite this association, mental health services have been slow to provide approaches to care and treatment that deal directly with trauma.
The relationship between nurses assessment of early pressure ulcer damage and sub epidermal moisture measurement: A prospective explorative study
Publication HistoryPublished online: June 25, 2018Accepted: June 24, 2018; Received in revised form: June 20, 2018; Received: May 16, 2017;
The impact of advanced nurse practitioners on patient outcomes in chronic kidney disease: A systematic review
Management of individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD) requires a collaborative approach. Nurses have diversified their skills to take on roles which have been traditionally physician‐led. The impact of such roles, mainly that of the advanced nurse practitioner (ANP), has not been previously assessed using a systematic approach. The aim of this systematic review (SR) was to determine the impact of the addition of an ANP on patient outcomes in adults with CKD.
Head injury mechanisms in FIS World Cup alpine and freestyle skiers and snowboarders
Results During the crash sequence, most athletes (84%) impacted the snow with the skis or board first, followed by the upper or lower extremities, buttocks/pelvis, back and, finally, the head. Alpine skiers had sideways (45%) and backwards pitching falls (35%), with impacts to the rear (38%) and side (35%) of the helmet. Freestyle skiers and snowboarders had backwards pitching falls (snowboard 77%, freestyle 53%), mainly with impacts to the rear of the helmet (snowboard 69%, freestyle 40%).
Head injury mechanisms in FIS World Cup alpine and freestyle skiers and snowboarders
Results During the crash sequence, most athletes (84%) impacted the snow with the skis or board first, followed by the upper or lower extremities, buttocks/pelvis, back and, finally, the head. Alpine skiers had sideways (45%) and backwards pitching falls (35%), with impacts to the rear (38%) and side (35%) of the helmet. Freestyle skiers and snowboarders had backwards pitching falls (snowboard 77%, freestyle 53%), mainly with impacts to the rear of the helmet (snowboard 69%, freestyle 40%).
A qualitative descriptive exploration of the educational and career plans of early career neonatal nurses and midwives: An Irish perspective
Publication HistoryPublished online: October 23, 2017Accepted: October 21, 2017; Received in revised form: September 30, 2017; Received: May 10, 2017;
Trauma-Informed Care and Practice: Practice Improvement Strategies in an Inpatient Mental Health Ward
The current article reports a project that intended to change ward practice within an acute mental health inpatient service. The aim was to establish trauma-informed care and practice (TICP). The project developed from a growing awareness among staff of the prevalence of complex trauma in many consumers admitted to the ward. This awareness led to efforts by the multidisciplinary team to create a ward culture and develop practices that were in line with the principles of TICP.
A review of misnomers and misconceptions in concussion biomechanics
Main results Potentially-misleading terms and concepts in concussion biomechanics were identified in media articles, clinical textbooks and some scientific articles. One such misconception is that during a concussion the brain ‘sloshes’ and slams into the skull. The brain, which has very high water content, is nearly incompressible and is tethered to an almost rigid cranial cavity.
A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN ADIPOSITY AND SPORT INJURY RISK IN YOUTH
Background Obesity, defined as an accumulation of excessive fat mass that impairs health, is associated with lower levels of neuromuscular control including balance and coordination, which may place youth with higher adiposity at greater risk for injury during sport participation. On the opposite end of the spectrum, excessively low fat mass can also pose an injury risk. Objective To determine if adiposity is a risk factor for sport injury in children and adolescents.
HELMET FIT IN YOUTH ICE HOCKEY
Results Most players rated helmet fit (90%) and comfort (87%) as ‘excellent’ or ‘good’. Most helmets (93%) and cages (84%) displayed the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) sticker or stamp. Only 23% of players satisfied all helmet fit criteria for both assessors; however, 70% of players failed three or fewer criteria across the evaluations of both assessors. The most commonly failed helmet fit criterion was ‘crown of helmet is 1–2 fingers above eyebrows’, which was failed by 22% of players.
EXTREME SPORTS, EXTREME RISKS. FATALITIES IN EXTREME SPORTS IN AUSTRALIA
Results Using a narrow definition of extreme sports (i.e. including sports such as kayaking, paragliding, rock climbing, snow sports and mountain biking) there were 693 deaths. Using a broader definition of extreme sports, e.g. including sports such as diving, horse racing, motor racing and quad bike use, there were 995 deaths during the same period. Approximately 88% of cases in either analysis (broad or narrow) were males, with age distributed relatively evenly from 15 to 54 years.
HEAD IMPACT CHARACTERISTICS IN YOUTH ICE HOCKEY
Results A total of 254 head impact cases were identified, which represented 3.5% of all player-to-player contacts at a rate of 11.5 head contacts per game. A total of 100 head impact cases were analysed. Two-thirds of all cases (67%) occurred in close proximity to the boards and 11% of all cases resulted in a penalty. Over half of all impacts (55%) were to the side of the helmet, followed by the cage (29%), rear (7%), front (6%) and top (2%).
DEATHS IN ORGANISED SPORTS IN AUSTRALIA: A CASE SERIES REVIEW OF THE NATIONAL CORONIAL INFORMATION SYSTEM
Background Organised sports include individual water sports and athletic activities, team ball sports, team bat/stick sports and racquet sports. The causes of death, contributing factors and potential to prevent deaths in organised sports are poorly understood. Objective To understand the causes of death and contributing factors in organised sports in Australia. Design A case-series analysis was undertaken using the National Coronial Information System (NCIS) in Australia.
USING NATIONAL CORONIAL DATA TO IDENTIFY PRIORITIES FOR PREVENTING DEATH IN SPORT/RECREATION
Background Deaths relating to sport/recreation are thought to be rare. However, in Australia, a lack of published data has limited our understanding of the number of deaths in different sports and settings. Objective To gain a first understanding of the number/cause of deaths across different sports/recreation activities in Australia. Setting All sport and physical recreation activities in Australia as coded in the NCIS, including recreational and professional participants.
PADDED HEADGEAR IN CONTACT FOOTBALL - INERTIA OR MOMENTUM?
Background Regarding padded headgear worn in contact football (excluding American football), little has changed in terms of game laws, technical specifications or market supplied models over the last 15 years. Objective Assess the impact performance and potential for padded headgear to protect the head. Design Biomechanical. Impact energy attenuation drop tests with ISO “M” headform onto a rigid flat anvil and linear impactor tests on a Hybrid III head and neck.
DEATHS IN ORGANISED SPORTS IN AUSTRALIA: A CASE SERIES REVIEW OF THE NATIONAL CORONIAL INFORMATION SYSTEM
DEATHS IN ORGANISED SPORTS IN AUSTRALIA: A CASE SERIES REVIEW OF THE NATIONAL CORONIAL INFORMATION SYSTEM Andrew McIntosh⇓, Lauren Fortington, Declan Patton, Caroline Finch ACRISP, Federation University Australia, Ballarat, Australia Abstract Background Organised sports include individual water sports and athletic activities, team ball sports, team bat/stick sports and racquet sports.
Head and neck injury risks in heavy metal: head bangers stuck between rock and a hard bass
Objective To investigate the risks of mild traumatic brain injury and neck injury associated with head banging, a popular dance form accompanying heavy metal music. Main outcome measures Head Injury Criterion and Neck Injury Criterion were derived for head banging styles and both popular heavy metal songs and easy listening music controls.
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