Elizabeth Halcomb

Nov 25, 2024 | rcni.com | Elizabeth Halcomb

Planning and developing survey tools is important, but can be overlooked. Here we look at key components including content, look and feel, and pilot testingSurveys can provide an understanding of participants’ attitudes, behaviours, opinions and characteristics. They are commonly used in nursing and health research as they allow large volumes of data to be collected from geographically dispersed participants promptly (Shiyab et al 2023).

Oct 3, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Catherine Stephen |Nick Zwar |Marijka Batterham |Elizabeth Halcomb

There is recognition that current models of care do not effectively support blood pressure management. GPN's are well placed to communicate risk and provide support for lifestyle change for people with hypertension. Insight provided by this study could inform future interventions to improve blood pressure control. 1 Introduction Hypertension is the leading cause of premature death and chronic disability globally (Schutte et al. 2022), reducing productive life years (Hird et al.

Oct 3, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Catherine Stephen |Nick Zwar |Marijka Batterham |Elizabeth Halcomb

There is recognition that current models of care do not effectively support blood pressure management. GPN's are well placed to communicate risk and provide support for lifestyle change for people with hypertension. Insight provided by this study could inform future interventions to improve blood pressure control. 1 Introduction Hypertension is the leading cause of premature death and chronic disability globally (Schutte et al. 2022), reducing productive life years (Hird et al.

Sep 3, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Ruth Mursa |Gemma McErlean |Christopher Patterson |Elizabeth Halcomb

What Does This Paper Contribute to the Wider Global Community? This study explored men's lifestyle risk profiles and engagement in preventive health care. Findings highlight a need for further intervention to increase men's understanding of the importance of lifestyle risk. Findings demonstrate an opportunity for general practice nurses to increase their engagement in preventive activities to increase access to this service.

Aug 24, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Elizabeth Flannery |Gillian Murphy |Elizabeth Halcomb |Lucie M. Ramjan

What is already known Significant others of patients with severe burn injury are not prepared for this sudden traumatic event. They face fears for their loved one's survival, experiences of pain, disfigurement and disability. They have increased risk of psychological sequalae such as PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. What this paper adds An insight into the experiences of significant others at different stages of the trajectory.