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  1. 1. Understanding the occupational adaptation process of individuals with osteogenesis imperfecta and their families to promote participation and occupational engagement : A scoping review

    University essay from

    Author : Kadi Männi; [2023]
    Keywords : Brittle bone disease; literature review; occupational adaptation; occupational science; occupational therapy;

    Abstract : Introduction: Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a condition that affects the whole family on many levels and is important to consider the management of the disease and its impact on occupational participation and engagement in daily activities. Aim: To explore the natural occupational adaptation process (OAP) and its impact on daily activities among individuals and families with OI. READ MORE

  2. 2. Effects of storytelling on rehabilitation of patients with stroke or cancer : A Descriptive Literature Review

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för vårdvetenskap

    Author : Huiling Wang; Jiji Yao; [2023]
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    Abstract : Background: With the development of clinical nursing, more and more cancer orstroke survivors, how to better promote the rehabilitation of stroke or cancer patientshas received more and more attention, and storytelling as a low-cost, less risky nursingintervention began to receive more and more attention. The use of storytelling as a formof therapy has important implications for patients with cancer or stroke. READ MORE

  3. 3. Influencing factors of posttraumatic growth in breast cancer patients : A descriptive literature review

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för vårdvetenskap

    Author : Caizhen Huang; Yueyan Qian; [2023]
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    Abstract : WHO(2015) claimed that breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in developed andless developed countries. The number of women diagnosed is much higher in high-income countries likedeveloped countries than in low- and middle-income countries like developing countries, in part becauseearly detection programs are better in developed countries than in developing countries, and becausedeveloping countries lack health care resources and infrastructure, which makes breast cancer treatment achallenge(Taurin & Alkhalifa, 2020). READ MORE

  4. 4. ”Love and patience is most important” : A qualitative interview study about the views and experiences from physical therapists working with orphan children diagnosed with cerebral palsy in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Åsenlöf: Fysioterapi

    Author : Kajsa Samuelson; Frida Lidén; [2020]
    Keywords : Cerebral palsy; Orphan children; Physical therapy; Social support; Love;

    Abstract : Background: Cerebral palsy (CP) is a diagnosis found worldwide. Literature indicates the importance of teaching families how to support the child. Orphan children are an exposed group and if the child also is diagnosed with CP the child is even more exposed. READ MORE

  5. 5. Complementary alternative therapy methods used in persons receiving palliative care to alleviate pain : a literature review

    University essay from Sophiahemmet Högskola

    Author : Ioannis Makris; [2016]
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    Abstract : Palliative care aims for the relief of suffering, pain and other problems, physical, psychosocial and spiritual. Pain is the suffering that encompasses all of a person’s physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and practical struggles. Nursing aims at promoting health and caring for the sick. READ MORE