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Nutrients ; 16(12)2024 Jun 13.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38931208

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The Diabetes Remission Clinical Trial (DiRECT) demonstrated that substantial weight loss and remission from type 2 diabetes can be achieved with low-energy total diet replacement and behavioural support. However, the acceptability of the DiRECT intervention in diverse populations with strong cultural emphases on food and shared eating remains unclear. We conducted a qualitative study nested within a pilot randomised controlled trial of DiRECT in one Maori (the Indigenous people of New Zealand) primary care provider in Aotearoa New Zealand. Participants with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, obesity, and a desire to lose weight were randomised to either dietitian-supported usual care or the dietitian-supported DiRECT intervention for twelve months. The DiRECT intervention included three months of total diet replacement, then food reintroduction and supported weight loss maintenance. At three and twelve months, semi-structured interviews explored the acceptability of DiRECT and participants' experiences of each intervention. Interview transcripts from 25 participants (aged 48 ± 10 years, 76% female, 78% Maori or Pacific) at three months and 15 participants at twelve months were analysed. Participants viewed their pre-enrolment selves as unhealthy people with poor eating habits and desired professional weight loss support. For DiRECT participants, the total diet replacement phase was challenging but well-received, due to rapid improvements in weight and health. Food reintroduction and weight loss maintenance each presented unique challenges requiring effective strategies and adaptability. All participants considered individualised and empathetic dietetic support crucial to success. Sociocultural factors influencing success were experienced in both interventions: family and social networks provided support and motivation; however, eating-related norms were identified as challenges. The DiRECT intervention was considered an acceptable approach to weight loss in participants with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes with strong cultural emphases on food and shared eating. Our findings highlight the importance of individualised and culturally relevant behavioural support for effective weight loss and weight loss maintenance.


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Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2 , Pesquisa Qualitativa , Redução de Peso , Programas de Redução de Peso , Humanos , Feminino , Nova Zelândia , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2/terapia , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2/psicologia , Projetos Piloto , Adulto , Programas de Redução de Peso/métodos , Estado Pré-Diabético/terapia , Estado Pré-Diabético/psicologia , Estado Pré-Diabético/etnologia , Obesidade/terapia , Obesidade/psicologia , Obesidade/etnologia , Aceitação pelo Paciente de Cuidados de Saúde , Havaiano Nativo ou Outro Ilhéu do Pacífico , Comportamento Alimentar , Dieta Redutora
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Can J Aging ; : 1-8, 2024 May 20.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38764147

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BACKGROUND: People living with dementia (PLWD) may want to participate in research, but the guidelines and processes enacted across various contexts may prohibit this from happening. OBJECTIVE: Understanding the experiences of people with lived experiences of dementia requires meaningful inclusion in research, as is consistent with rights-based perspectives. Currently, the inclusion of PLWD in Canadian research is complex, and guidelines and conceptual frameworks have not been fully developed. METHODS: This research note outlines a three-year proof-of-concept grant on the inclusion and consent of PLWD in research. FINDINGS: It presents a brief report on some of the contradictions and challenges that exist in legislation, research guidelines, and research practices and raises a series of questions as part of an agenda on rights and inclusion of PLWD in research. DISCUSSION: It suggests conceptual, legal, and policy issues that need to be addressed and invites Canadian researchers to re-envision research practices and to advocate for law and policy reform that enables dementia research to align and respect the rights and personhood of PLWD.

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BMC Nurs ; 23(1): 317, 2024 May 08.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38720346

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Although there is a growing literature on the use of telepresence robots in institutional dementia care settings, limited research focused on the perspectives of frontline staff members who deliver dementia care. Our objective was to understand staff perspectives on using telepresence robots to support residents with dementia and their families. Guided by the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research, we conducted four focus groups and 11 semi-structured interviews across four long-term care (LTC) homes and one hospital in Canada. We included 22 interdisciplinary staff members (e.g., registered nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, recreational therapists) to understand their experiences with telepresence robots. Thematic analysis identified three key themes: 1) Staff Training and Support; 2) Robot Features; 3) Environmental dynamics for Implementation. Our results underscore the imperative of structural support at micro-, meso- and macro-levels for staff in dementia care settings to effectively implement technology. This study contributes to future research and practice by elucidating factors facilitating staff involvement in technology research, integrating staff voices into technology implementation planning, and devising strategies to provide structural support to staff, care teams, and care homes.

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N Z Med J ; 137(1592): 22-30, 2024 Mar 22.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38513201

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AIM: Optimised dietary thresholds for type 2 diabetes prevention exist; however, they likely have additional benefits beyond diabetes prevention. We have modelled the effects of the proposed dietary thresholds on Health-Adjusted Life Years (HALY), health inequities and health system cost in Aotearoa New Zealand. METHODS: We created a national diet scenario using the optimised thresholds and compared it with current intakes using an established multistate life table. The primary model considered change in outcome from increasing intakes of fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds while decreasing red meat and sugar-sweetened beverages. A separate secondary nutrient-based model considered change due to increasing whole grains and yoghurt while decreasing refined grains, potatoes and fruit juice. Both models considered the direct non-weight mediated associations between diet and disease. RESULTS: In the primary model, adopting the dietary thresholds produced clear benefit to Aotearoa New Zealand in terms of HALY (1.2 million years [95%UI 1.0-1.5]), and a health system cost saving of $17.9 billion (95%UI 13.6-23.2) over the population life course. HALY gain was at least 1.8 times higher for Maori than non-Maori. The secondary model indicated further gains in HALY for all population groups and health systems costs. CONCLUSION: These striking benefits of altering current dietary intakes provide strong evidence of the need for change. Such change requires government commitment to an overarching food strategy in Aotearoa New Zealand to build supportive food environments that enable healthy choices at affordable prices.


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Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2 , Humanos , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2/epidemiologia , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2/prevenção & controle , Dieta , Frutas , Povo Maori , Nova Zelândia
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PLoS One ; 19(3): e0295031, 2024.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38536835

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Addressing soil nutrient degradation and global warming requires novel solutions. Enhanced weathering using crushed basalt rock is a promising dual-action strategy that can enhance soil health and sequester carbon dioxide. This study examines the short-term effects of basalt amendment on spring oat (Avena sativa L.) during the 2022 growing season in NE England. The experimental design consisted of four blocks with control and basalt-amended plots, and two cultivation types within each treatment, laid out in a split plot design. Basalt (18.86 tonnes ha-1) was incorporated into the soil during seeding. Tissue, grain and soil samples were collected for yield, nutrient, and pH analysis. Basalt amendment led to significantly higher yields, averaging 20.5% and 9.3% increases in direct drill and ploughed plots, respectively. Soil pH was significantly higher 256 days after rock application across cultivation types (direct drill: on average 6.47 vs. 6.76 and ploughed: on average 6.69 vs. 6.89, for control and basalt-amended plots, respectively), likely due to rapidly dissolving minerals in the applied basalt, such as calcite. Indications of growing season differences in soil pH are observed through direct measurement of lower manganese and iron uptake in plants grown on basalt-amended soil. Higher grain and tissue potassium, and tissue calcium uptake were observed in basalt-treated crops. Notably, no accumulation of potentially toxic elements (arsenic, cadmium, chromium, nickel) was detected in the grain, indicating that crops grown using this basaltic feedstock are safe for consumption. This study indicates that basalt amendments can improve agronomic performance in sandy clay-loam agricultural soil under temperate climate conditions. These findings offer valuable insights for producers in temperate regions who are considering using such amendments, demonstrating the potential for improved crop yields and environmental benefits while ensuring crop safety.


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Agricultura , Avena , Silicatos , Estações do Ano , Solo , Grão Comestível , Produtos Agrícolas
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Curr Opin Psychiatry ; 37(2): 107-122, 2024 03 01.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38226537

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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Most people with dementia live in the community. As lifespan increases, one in three persons aged 85+ are expected to live with dementia. We conduct a systematic search to identify frameworks for dementia care and prevention in community settings. This is important to ensure quality of life for people living with cognitive decline (PLCD). RECENT FINDINGS: 61 frameworks are synthesized into the dementia care and prevention in community (DCPC) framework. It highlights three levels of provision: built environment and policy supports, access and innovation, and inclusion across stages of decline. Domains of intervention include: basic needs; built environment health and accessibility; service access and use; community health infrastructure; community engagement; mental health and wellbeing; technology; end-of-life care; cultural considerations; policy, education, and resources. Personhood is not adequately represented in current built environment frameworks. This is supplemented with 14 articles on lived experiences at home and social practices that contribute to PLCD's social identity and psychological safety. SUMMARY: Policy makers, health and built environment professionals must work together to promote "personhood in community" with PLCD. Clinicians and community staff may focus on inclusion, social identity and a sense of at-homeness as attainable outcomes despite diagnosis.


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Demência , Assistência Terminal , Humanos , Qualidade de Vida , Demência/prevenção & controle , Demência/psicologia , Promoção da Saúde , Cognição
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Can J Nurs Res ; 56(1): 49-60, 2024 Mar.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37844601

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BACKGROUND: Nurses and healthcare providers need practical tools to deliver person-centred care in hospitals and long-term care homes. Few non-pharmacological interventions are designed to meet the needs of people with moderate to severe dementia. Dementia-friendly television videos (TV videos) offer a familiar stimulation with the potential for meaningful engagement in the relational space of technology. TV videos refer to moving visuals with audio that can be shown on TV and other devices. They can be used for different purposes for people with dementia, such as stimulating memories and facilitating expressions. PURPOSE: This study aims to understand the perspectives of nurses and healthcare providers on the potential function and practice considerations of using TV videos for people with moderate to severe dementia. METHODS: We conducted five focus groups with 23 nurses and healthcare providers in a long-term care home and a geriatric hospital unit. Data were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis and guided by Kitwood's person-centred care model. RESULTS: Our analysis identified five themes about the use of TV videos: (1) calm the person with dementia who is in emotional distress, (2) form connections with the person with dementia, (3) bring people with dementia together, (4) facilitate the Person's Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), (5) help the person connect with their past. CONCLUSION: TV videos should be designed to match the person's cognitive abilities, interests, and cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Our findings supplemented Kitwood's model by identifying the person's cultural and language needs.


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Atividades Cotidianas , Demência , Humanos , Idoso , Demência/psicologia , Assistência de Longa Duração , Pessoal de Saúde , Televisão
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N Z Med J ; 136(1585): 103-108, 2023 Nov 10.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37956360

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Cardiovascular diseases are responsible for almost 10,000 deaths annually in Aotearoa New Zealand. Almost a quarter of these are avoidable, increasing to half of all cardiovascular deaths for Maori and Pacific people. Health system reforms are an opportunity to set clear ambitious goals for improved heart health. This has been done for smoking, a cancer plan, mental health and diabetes among other health conditions. Given the scale of avoidable heart disease and avoidable heart health inequity, much of it due to people simply not accessing existing treatment options, there is no excuse not to deliver a national heart health action plan and we urge health policy makers to put it on the agenda.


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Doenças Cardiovasculares , Cardiopatias , Humanos , Doenças Cardiovasculares/epidemiologia , Doenças Cardiovasculares/prevenção & controle , Povo Maori , Nova Zelândia/epidemiologia , População das Ilhas do Pacífico
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Can J Aging ; : 1-21, 2023 Nov 17.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37974446

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This cross-sectional study investigated staff's attitudes towards the use of mobile telepresence robots in long-term care (LTC) homes in western Canada. We drew on a Health Technology Assessment Core Model 3.0 to design a survey examining attitudes towards nine domains of mobile telepresence robots. Staff, including nurses, care staff, and managers, from two LTC homes were invited to participate. Statistical analysis of survey data from 181 participants revealed that overall, participants showed positive attitudes towards features and characteristics, self-efficacy on technology use, organizational aspects, clinical effectiveness, and residents and social aspects; neutral attitudes towards residents' ability to use technology, and costs; and negative attitudes towards safety and privacy. Participants who disclosed their demographic backgrounds tended to exhibit more positive attitudes than participants who did not. Content analysis of textual data identified specific concerns and benefits of using the robots. We discuss options for implementing mobile telepresence robots in LTC.

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BMJ Open ; 13(11): e074278, 2023 11 30.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38035748

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INTRODUCTION: Coronary heart disease is a major contributor to the global burden of disease. Appropriate nutrition is a cornerstone of the prevention and treatment of coronary heart disease; however, barriers including cost and access to recommended foods limits long-term adherence for many. We are conducting, in adults with coronary heart disease, a randomised controlled trial comparing usual care with two dietary interventions in which usual care is augmented by 12 weeks free delivered groceries. METHODS AND ANALYSIS: Three hundred adults recovering from an acute coronary event will be recruited from outpatient cardiovascular services in three regions of Aotearoa New Zealand. Participants will be randomly allocated to three arms: usual care (control group), usual care and the free delivery of foods high in dietary fibre or usual care and the free delivery of foods high in unsaturated fats. Interventions duration is 12 weeks, with a further 12 months follow-up. The primary outcome measures are change in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol concentration following the intervention, and a cost-effectiveness analysis of healthcare access and social costs in the year after the intervention. A broad range of secondary outcome measures include other blood lipids, anthropometry, glycaemia, inflammatory markers, gut microbiome, dietary biomarkers, food acceptability, dietary change and the facilitators and barriers to dietary change. The trial will determine whether the free provision of groceries known to reduce cardiovascular risk within usual care will be clinically beneficial and justify the cost of doing so. Results may also provide an indication of the relative benefit of foods rich in dietary fibre or unsaturated fats in coronary heart disease management. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION: This trial, The Healthy Heart Study, has Health and Disability Ethics Committee approval (20/NTB/121), underwent Maori consultation, and has locality authority to be conducted in Canterbury, Otago and Southland. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER: ACTRN12620000689976, U1111-1250-1499.


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Doença das Coronárias , Dieta Saudável , Adulto , Humanos , Colesterol , Fibras na Dieta , Gorduras Insaturadas , Ensaios Clínicos Controlados Aleatórios como Assunto
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Int J Geriatr Psychiatry ; 38(10): e6014, 2023 10.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37828681

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BACKGROUND: People with dementia often do not receive optimal person-centred care (PCC) in care settings. Family members can play a vital role as care partners to support the person with dementia with their psychosocial needs. Participatory research that includes the perspectives of those with lived experience is essential for developing high-quality dementia care and practices. OBJECTIVE: Throughout 2021-2022, a mobile app, called WhatMatters, was co-developed to provide easy-to-access and personalised support for people with dementia in hospitals and long-term care homes, with input from patients/residents, family partners and healthcare staff. This article discusses and critically reflects on the experiences of patients/residents, family partners, and healthcare staff involved in the co-design process. METHODS: For the app development, we applied a participatory co-design approach, guided by a User Experience (UX) model. The process involved co-design workshops and user testing sessions with users (patients/residents, family partners, healthcare staff) to co-develop the WhatMatters prototype. We also conducted focus groups and one on one interviews with staff and caregiver participants to explore their experiences. Our research team, which also included patient partners, took part in regular team meetings during the app's development, where we discussed and reflected on the co-design process. Reflexive thematic analysis was performed to identify themes that represent the challenges and rewarding experiences of the users involved in the co-design process, which guided our overall reflective process. FINDINGS: Our reflective analysis identified five themes (1) clarifying the co-design process, (2) ensuring inclusive collaborations of various users, and (3) supporting expression of emotion in a virtual environment, (4) feeling a sense of achievement and (5) feeling valued. IMPLICATIONS: WhatMatters offers potential for providing personally relevant and engaging resources in dementia care. Including the voices of relevant users is crucial to ensure meaningful benefits for patients/residents. We offer insights and lessons learned about the co-design process, and explore the challenges of involving people with lived experiences of dementia in co-design work, particularly during the pandemic.


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Demência , Aplicativos Móveis , Humanos , Hospitais , Assistência de Longa Duração , Assistência Centrada no Paciente , Demência/terapia , Demência/psicologia
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Int J Geriatr Psychiatry ; 38(8): e5985, 2023 08.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37622384

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BACKGROUND: Researchers are increasingly being called upon to involve people with dementia in research that pertains to them. Participatory Action Research (PAR) has been one of the approaches that has been utilized to do this. How people understand and apply the ideas behind this approach however has often been atheoretical and diverse. This has implications for how purpose, power, voice and agency are conceived and actualized. OBJECTIVES: This paper will examine how theoretical construction of PAR can inform the process of meaningfully involving people living with dementia in research. Specifically, drawing on the work of Paulo Freire, this paper will articulate a way of conceptualizing PAR that is explicitly critical and then demonstrate how these ideas informed a PAR study focused on addressing stigma and discrimination with people living with dementia. CONCLUSION: The purpose of the paper is to engage researchers and people with lived expertise in critical reflection of what it actually means to involve people with dementia in research.


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Demência , Pesquisa sobre Serviços de Saúde , Humanos , Estigma Social
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BMC Health Serv Res ; 23(1): 772, 2023 Jul 19.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37468953

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BACKGROUND: Quality improvement (QI) programs with technology implementations have been introduced to long-term care (LTC) to improve residents' quality of life. Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle is commonly adopted in QI projects. There should be an appropriate investment of resources to enhance learning from iterative PDSA cycles. Recently, scholars explored possibilities of implementation science (IS) with QI methods to increase QI projects' generalisability and make them more widely applicable in other healthcare contexts. To date, scant examples demonstrate the complementary use of the two methods in QI projects involving technology implementation. This qualitative study explores staff and leadership teams' perspectives on facilitators and barriers of a QI project to implement telepresence robots in LTC guided by the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR). METHODS: We employed purposive and snowballing methods to recruit 22 participants from two LTC in British Columbia, Canada: operational and unit leaders and interdisciplinary staff, including nursing staff, care aides, and allied health practitioners. CFIR was used to guide data collection and analysis. Semi-structured interviews and focus groups were conducted through in-person and virtual meetings. Thematic analysis was employed to generate insights into participants' perspectives. RESULTS: Our analysis identified three themes: (a) The essential needs for family-resident connections, (b) Meaningful engagement builds partnership, and (c) Training and timely support gives confidence. Based on the findings and CFIR guidance, we demonstrate how to plan strategies in upcoming PDSA cycles and offer an easy-to-use tool 'START' to encourage the practical application of evidence-based strategies in technology implementation: Share benefits and failures; Tailor planning with staff partners; Acknowledge staff concerns; Recruit opinion leaders early; and Target residents' needs. CONCLUSIONS: Our study offers pragmatic insights into the complementary application of CFIR with PDSA methods in QI projects on implementing technologies in LTC. Healthcare leaders should consider evidence-based strategies in implementing innovations beyond PDSA cycles.


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Assistência de Longa Duração , Robótica , Humanos , Qualidade de Vida , Atenção à Saúde/métodos , Colúmbia Britânica
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Food Funct ; 14(15): 7240-7246, 2023 Jul 31.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37465883

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Aims: Recent observational data indicate higher ultra-processed food intakes are associated with a broad range of adverse health outcomes. Experimental studies on why this might be are lacking. We have considered the effects of wholegrain processing on measures of appetite in free-living adults with type 2 diabetes. Materials and methods: Participants were randomised to two interventions of two-weeks duration, separated by washout. Interventions were nutrient-matched wholegrain foods that differed by the amount of processing. Self-reported hunger and satiety were indicated on visual analogue scales before or after meals for four days at baseline and the end of each intervention. Metabolite markers of appetite were measured pre and post intervention in fasting plasma. Results: 31 adults (63 ± 13 years old, BMI 32.4 ± 7, HbA1c 7.5 ± 3.4% (59 ± 14 mmol mol-1)) commenced the trial, 28 (90%) completed both interventions. Wholegrain consumption, as measured by alkylresorcinols, was balanced between interventions. Self-reported pre-meal hunger was consistently lower at breakfast (MD, mean difference 0.49/10 95% CI 0.03 to 0.94), lunch (MD 0.67/10 95% CI 0.09 to 1.25), and dinner (MD -0.71/10 95% CI 0.19 to 1.23) during the intervention of less processed whole grains when compared with pre-intervention measures, however this did not result in a difference between interventions. Change in metabolite markers of appetite did not differ between interventions. Conclusions: A significant difference in hunger or satiety between less and more processed whole grains over intervention periods of two weeks was not detected within the current trial. Further experimental studies are needed to consider the potential effects of food processing on physiological processes such as appetite to provide mechanistic understanding behind observations of highly processed food intakes and adverse health outcomes.


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Apetite , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2 , Adulto , Humanos , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Idoso , Grãos Integrais , Estudos Cross-Over , Ingestão de Energia , Fome
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Gerontol Geriatr Med ; 9: 23337214231166208, 2023.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37033088

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Telepresence robots are being increasingly used in long-term care (LTC) homes for virtual visits between families and residents. This study investigated the impacts and experiences of residents and their families using a telepresence robot (Double 3) for 4 to 12 months during the COVID-19 pandemic. A total of 51 participants were recruited through purposive sampling, including 9 residents, 15 family members, and 27 staff from 4 LTC homes in British Columbia, Canada. Conversational interviews were conducted with residents and family members. Focus groups and one-to-one interviews were held with frontline staff. Thematic analysis was performed, with five themes identified: (1) Stay connected, (2) Regain autonomy, (3) Relieve caregiver burden, (4) Environmental and technical issues, and (5) Scheduling concerns. In conclusion, telepresence robots helped maintain social connections between residents and families, despite the COVID-19 restrictions.

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Gerontol Geriatr Med ; 9: 23337214231166355, 2023.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37020921

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Aim: This scoping review aims to identify the facilitators and barriers to the implementation of VR technology in the aged-care setting. Background: Virtual reality (VR) offers the potential to reduce social isolation and loneliness through increased social engagement in aged-care settings. Methods and Analysis: This scoping review followed the Joanna Briggs Institute scoping review methodology and took place between March and August 2022. The review included a three-step search strategy: (1) identifying keywords from CINHAL, Embase, Medline, PsycInfo, Scopus, and Web of Science (2) conducting a second search using all identified keywords and index terms across selected databases; and (3) searching the reference lists of all included articles and reports for additional studies. Results: The final review included 22 articles. The analysis identified factors affecting the VR technology implementation in aged care settings to reduce isolation and loneliness: (a) key facilitators are local champions and staff training. (b) barriers include technological adaptability, video quality, and organizational culture. Conclusion: Existing evidence points to VR as a promising intervention to decrease loneliness and feelings of isolation and improve social engagement in older people living in aged-care settings.

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Res Involv Engagem ; 9(1): 12, 2023 Mar 23.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36959683

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BACKGROUND: Long-term care (LTC) settings have been disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic; it is important to address unmet needs and explore practical strategies for supporting LTC residents and staff. The involvement of patient partners and family community members in research planning, implementation and evaluation is the basis of Patient and Public Involvement approach and has been challenging during the COVID-19 pandemic, as visitation restrictions have created barriers to conducting research in healthcare settings. Innovative methods and tools are needed for conducting participatory research. This study investigated the use of telepresence as innovative tools for participatory research based on three projects conducted with patient and family partners during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS: The data source includes (a) team reflective discussions, (b) weekly meeting notes, (c) field notes, and (d) interviews with ten researchers. We applied purposive sampling to select ten researchers who used a telepresence robot to conduct research in British Columbia, Canada. Semi-structured one-to-one interviews were conducted via Zoom virtual meetings. Patient and family partners contributed to team analysis to identify themes. RESULTS: Analysis of the data produced five themes: (1) Research Enabler, (2) User-Friendly Technology, (3) Increased Engagement, (4) Lack of Infrastructure and Resources, and (5) Training and Technical Obstacles. Based on the results, we propose "ROBOT"-an acronym for five actionable recommendations to support the use of telepresence robots for research. The ROBOT recommendations represent: Realign to adapt, Organize with champions, Blend strategies, Offer timely technical assistance, and Tailor training to individual needs. CONCLUSIONS: This study offers practical insights into the use of telepresence robots as a safe and innovative tool for conducting remote research with people with dementia, even in times of restricted access, as with COVID-19. Future research should apply more creativity and flexibility in adopting technology to expand possibilities for involving people with dementia in research.


It is important to address unmet needs and explore practical strategies for supporting long-term care (LTC) residents and staff who have been disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Involving patient partners and family community members in research planning, implementation, and evaluation is crucial for understanding the challenges faced by LTC residents. However, the restrictions on visitation and staff shortages during the pandemic have made this difficult. This study investigated the use of telepresence robots as innovative tools for participatory research. We interviewed ten researchers who used telepresence robots to conduct remote research in British Columbia, Canada. Semi-structured one-to-one interviews were conducted via Zoom meetings and analyzed to find common themes. Based on the analysis of the interviews and our reflection, five themes were found: (1) Research Enabler, (2) User-Friendly Technology, (3) Increased Engagement, (4) Lack of Infrastructure and Resources, and (5) Training and Technical Obstacles. Based on these findings, we propose "ROBOT"­an acronym for actionable recommendations to support the use of telepresence robots for research. These recommendations include: Realign to adapt, Organize with champions, Blend strategies, Offer timely technical assistance, and Tailor training to individual needs. This study provides insights into the use of telepresence robots as safe and innovative tools for conducting research with patient and family partners remotely, even in times of restricted access, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Gerontologist ; 63(3): 467-477, 2023 03 21.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36044753

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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 challenged educators to move staff education online and explore innovative ways to motivate learning to support dementia care for patients in geriatric settings. This article presents how the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) was used to support the adoption of an online dementia education game in Canadian hospitals and long-term care homes (LTC). The dementia education was codeveloped with local staff and patient partners to teach practical person-centered care communication techniques. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: CFIR guided our strategy development for overcoming barriers to implementation. Research meetings were conducted with practice leaders, frontline health care workers, and a patient partner. Our analysis examined 4 interactive domains: intervention, inner context, outer settings, and individuals involved and implementation process. RESULTS: Our analysis identified 5 effective strategies: Easy access, Give extrinsic and intrinsic rewards, Apply implementation science theory, Multiple tools, and Engagement of champion. The CFIR provided a systematic process, a comprehensive understanding of barriers, and possible enabling strategies to implement gamified dementia education. Interdisciplinary staff (n = 3,025) in 10 hospitals and 10 LTC played online games. The evaluation showed positive outcomes in knowledge improvement in person-centered dementia care. DISCUSSION AND IMPLICATIONS: Gamified education in dementia care offers a social experience and a component of fun to promote adoption. In addition, CFIR is useful for engaging stakeholders to conduct project planning and team reflection for implementation. The real-time discussion and adjustment helped overcome challenges and timely meet the needs of multiple organizations.


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COVID-19 , Demência , Humanos , Idoso , COVID-19/epidemiologia , Pandemias , Canadá , Pessoal de Saúde , Demência/terapia
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