SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF CARING SCIENCES

On a healing journey together and apart: A Swedish critical incident technique study on family involvement from a patient perspective in relation to elective open-heart surgery
Drakenberg A, Sundqvist AS, Fridlund B and Ericsson E
As family members affect patient outcomes following open-heart surgery, the objective was to provide updated knowledge on family involvement in to guide future interventions facilitating family involvement.
Effect of post-discharge online kangaroo care training on breastfeeding self-efficacy in mothers with preterm infants: A randomised controlled study
Kaynak S and Ergün S
Preterm newborns face many health problems due to their incomplete intrauterine development and the immaturity of their systems. One of these problems concerns nutrition. This study aimed to determine the effect of online kangaroo care (KC) training provided post-discharge on breastfeeding self-efficacy in mothers with preterm infants.
Barriers and facilitators to early initiation of palliative care as perceived by nurses working on pneumology and nephrology, a descriptive qualitative study
Paque K, Baudry L, Van Fraeyenhove F and Heyrman B
Initiation of palliative care early in the disease trajectory is beneficial for patients with a life-limiting disease. However, palliative care is still introduced rather late or not at all. Therefore, this study aims to explore barriers and facilitators to early initiation of palliative care as perceived by nurses working on pneumology and nephrology.
The feasibility of a Swiss complex interprofessional intervention to improve the management of procedural pain in neonates in the Finnish context: A qualitative study
Mäki-Asiala M, Balice-Bourgois C, Axelin A and Pölkki T
To evaluate the feasibility of the Swiss complex interprofessional intervention, NEODOL© (NEOnato DOLore), for improving the management of procedural pain in neonates in the Finnish context.
School absence legislation governing in Norway, Sweden and Denmark for children with chronic illness in compulsory education-A comparative study
Skoubo S, Handberg C, Weibel M and Larsen HB
Health and education are interrelated and influence social, economic and lifestyle perspectives. Children with chronic illnesses experience barriers in the educational system regarding school attendance and social isolation. Gaining knowledge of compulsory education and how children with chronic illnesses are supported is crucial for the implications of future education policy and legislation in Scandinavia. This study compares Scandinavian legislation frameworks on compulsory education, chronic illness and school absence to form the basis of future research on education for children with chronic illness.
Parenting pain away: Quasi-experimental study of an eHealth learning platform to evaluate acceptability, feasibility, and utilisation of parent-led pain management
Hughes B, Martin-Misener R, Latimer M, Smit M, McGrath P and Campbell-Yeo M
To evaluate the impact of an eHealth educational resource about infant procedural pain management, given during the prenatal period, on feasibility, acceptability, knowledge, self-efficacy, and involvement.
Caring science matters
Gustin LW
Patient-clinician interactions in shared diabetes/nephrology consultations - A qualitative observation study
Christensen LS, Bauer EH and Primdahl J
The incidence of chronic disease is increasing worldwide which, in turn, increases the demand for healthcare services. To meet these demands, healthcare systems are adapting their services in order to reduce treatment costs and ensure coherence for patients with multiple diseases. One form of adaptation is shared outpatient consultations between internal medical specialties. However, little is known about how patients interact with multiple clinicians in shared consultations.
Excruciating existential suffering and complicated grief: The essence of surviving the suicide of a son or daughter
Bjornsdottir EA, Sigurdardottir S and Halldorsdottir S
Suicide is the fourth most common cause of death for the 15-29 age group. Research on the impact of suicide on parents is scarce and, therefore, poorly understood.
A journey through transitional care-family members' experiences post a life-threatening situation: A qualitative study
Gyllander T, Näppä U and Häggström M
Being a family member to someone who suffers from a serious illness can change one's perspectives about life. A sudden and severe illness can result in a demanding journey that involves acute admission to hospital, intensive care, post-care, and finally, returning home.
"I felt so small": A qualitative study of migrant nursing assistants' experiences in Norway
Khor HW, El Hajj M, Sam DL and Moland KM
In the wake of an increasingly ageing population, Norway has a growing need for healthcare workers, especially in nursing homes. This study explored the employment experiences of migrant nursing assistants working in elderly care in Norway.
Traces of spiritual care in nursing records: A qualitative study of cancer care
Hynnekleiv II, Giske T and Heggdal K
Serious illnesses, such as cancer, bring the threat of loss of health and life closer. This may compromise spiritual well-being. Addressing patients' spirituality is essential in nursing care. Therefore, nursing records should reflect, clarify, and enable spiritual-care follow-up.
Embodied suffering: Uncovering the illness experiences of patients with severe psoriasis
Lee LL, Huo AP and Chen SL
The visibility of skin lesions significantly burdens people with psoriasis, leading to social hostility and numerous emotional and psychological problems. These issues adversely affect self-esteem, can result in chronic mental health challenges and cause numerous life problems. This study aimed to explore patients' long-term experiences with severe psoriasis.
Support needed by parents when a child's mental well-being is threatened-A qualitative study of views of experts-by-experience
Tiina P, Irene LK and Mikko H
In situations where a child's mental well-being is threatened, the parents also need support. The available support has been perceived as insufficient by both parents and professionals.
Patient involvement in interdisciplinary bedside rounds from nursing and medical students' perceptions. A Swedish qualitative interview study
Hordiienko Y, Fagerström C and Rafnar Finnbogadóttir H
Patient involvement in the interdisciplinary bedside round (IBR) increases care quality and safety but is influenced and perceived differently by different round participants. Nursing and medical students are still not structurally embedded in the healthcare system, and they participate in interdisciplinary bedside rounds for educational purposes. Thus, the students may give a valuable perspective on patient involvement from the 'outside view'.
Challenges for staff encountering older people's existential concerns: Swedish first-line managers' views. A cross-sectional study
Sundström M, Blomqvist K, Rämgård M and Edberg AK
To describe first-line managers' (FLMs) views of the challenges faced by staff when encountering older people's existential concerns in home and residential care.
Exploring the experience of family members caring for a relative with alcohol use disorder: A phenomenological inquiry
Brown-King CE, Pratt BA, Mammah K and Morancy W
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a global concern with negative physical, psychological and social consequences. The ramifications of AUD extend beyond the individual and affect their family caregivers. Yet, the majority of existing research has primarily focused on individuals with AUD and interventions to encourage their abstinence rather than on their support systems.
Team behaviour in interprofessional collaboration during trauma alerts: A critical incident study from the perspective of radiographers
Bäckström M, Leijon-Sundqvist K, Lundvall LL, Jonsson K and Engström Å
Challenges in mutual awareness in interprofessional collaboration (IPC) along with relational and cultural barriers among professionals disrupt flow and delay decision-making in trauma care. Thus, this study explores team behaviours within IPC in trauma teams during trauma alerts from the perspective of radiographers.
Addressing parental bereavement after suicide: Insights and initiatives from Taiwan
Wei LC and Wu EL
Managing medication in very old age: A qualitative study among Faroese nonagenarians
Skorini MÍ, Petersen MS and Róin Á
Currently, people generally live longer, and consequently, the number of older people experiencing periods of multimorbidity and the need for medication will increase. Managing multiple medications can be a complex and challenging task, especially for older people who may experience a decline in their cognitive and physical abilities. The aim of this study was to gather knowledge on how home-dwelling people who are 90 years or older manage their daily medication, what strategies they use, and what challenges they experience regarding medication. This knowledge is necessary for providing support and care for the oldest old regarding their medication management in daily living.
Clinical gerontological nursing competence among licensed practical nurses in healthcare services-A descriptive cross-sectional study
Petra S, Sari PS, Merja M, Heidi S, Sami S, Anniina T, Eevi K and Anna-Maria T
This study aimed to describe self-assessed clinical gerontological nursing competence and its associated factors among licensed practical nurses.