The strategies of Japanese public health nurses in medication support for high-risk tuberculosis patients.
Public Health Nurs
; 30(4): 370-8, 2013 Jul.
Article
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| ID: mdl-23808862
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
The purpose of this study was to describe the support provided by Japanese public health nurses (PHNs) to high-risk tuberculosis (TB) patients, focusing specifically on the support aimed at preventing interruptions in treatment. DESIGN AND SAMPLE A qualitative descriptive approach was used with a convenience sample of 11 PHNs in Japan who cared for TB patients at highest risk for medication adherence problems.MEASURES:
Semi-structured interviews were conducted to learn the scope and practice of PHNs with high-risk TB patients. Data were analyzed using a qualitative descriptive analysis process.RESULTS:
One main theme was identified "Supporting the patients in overcoming tuberculosis, regaining health, and living a healthier life." Three categories with five subcategories described the nurses' activities (1) empathetic and reliable support, (2) motivational strategies for medication adherence, and (3) developing a foundation for healthier life.CONCLUSIONS:
The nurses interviewed described creative and extraordinary strategies used to promote medication adherence and facilitate development of a healthy posttreatment lifestyle. Their approach was patient-centered and culturally congruent. Findings may be transferrable to PHN practice in other regions as care for this economically disadvantaged and marginalized population is a critical need.Palavras-chave
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Coleções:
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Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Enfermagem em Saúde Pública
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Apoio Social
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Tuberculose
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Adesão à Medicação
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Relações Enfermeiro-Paciente
Tipo de estudo:
Etiology_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Qualitative_research
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Risk_factors_studies
Limite:
Adult
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Aged
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Aged80
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
País/Região como assunto:
Asia
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Public Health Nurs
Ano de publicação:
2013
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Japão