Essays about: "Self care"
Showing result 6 - 10 of 329 essays containing the words Self care.
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6. Nurse's experience in nursing hypertensive patients : A descriptive literature review
University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för vårdvetenskapAbstract : Background As the standard of living increases and the global population ages, theprevalence of hypertension was expected to rise further, and research suggested thateffective and consistent care may have a positive impact on hypertension. Nursesplayed an important role as caregivers, communicators and educators when caring forpatients with hypertension and had gained much experience in caring forhypertension. READ MORE
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7. The experiences of patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis : A descriptive review
University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för vårdvetenskapAbstract : Background: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis was previously considered a rare disease,but now the incidence and mortality of pulmonary fibrosis are increasing.Epidemiological studies have shown that the prevalence of the disesse has increased yearby year in the past 20 to 30 years. READ MORE
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8. Living with epilepsy - the experiences of adult people : A descriptive literature review
University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för vårdvetenskapAbstract : Background: Epilepsy is a common serious chronic neurological disease, and peoplewith epilepsy not only suffer physical pain caused by the disease itself but also sufferfrom a range of complex psychological problems. Epilepsy is a chronic nervous systemdisease that needs a life-long treatment. READ MORE
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9. What is it really like? - Mental illness among the Sámi : -
University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för omvårdnadAbstract : Background: Mental illness is a problem in today's society. Research shows that indigenous people are more at risk for mental health problems than their non-indigenous peers. Discrimination can affect individuals' self-image and mental health. Research shows that healthcare professionals lack cultural understanding for ethnic minorities. READ MORE
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10. “A kick-start… but a long-term effort.” Patient care practices alongside intragastric balloon procedures : -a qualitative study on clinical dietitians’ perspectives-
University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för kost- och måltidsvetenskapAbstract : Background: There are treatments available to manage overweight and obesity (O&O). Intragastric balloons (IGB) are one option; they fill the stomach, increasing the sensation of satiety, limiting the amount of food to be ingested, and thus leading to weight loss. READ MORE
