Publications by authors named "F Cowdell"

Objective: To codesign a theoretically underpinned, healthcare practitioner-mediated, tailored intervention to support housebound older patients and their lay carers to adopt pressure ulcer prevention behaviours.

Design: Theoretical domains framework informed codesign.

Setting: One geographical area in the UK, spanning several community National Health Service Trusts.

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Introduction: Falls are a global public health problem and the second leading cause of death from unintentional injury. Globally, approximately 30%-50% of people living in nursing or residential care homes fall each year. Falls have an impact on quality of life and morbidity.

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  • Hand eczema is a common skin problem that can be painful and make it hard for people to work, and there isn’t a clear treatment plan agreed on by doctors in the UK.
  • This study aimed to compare two treatments, alitretinoin and ultraviolet therapy, to see which works better after 12 weeks for patients with severe hand eczema that didn't improve with regular medicine.
  • The results showed that while both treatments helped, alitretinoin was less effective than ultraviolet therapy in reducing the severity of the eczema after 12 weeks.
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  • Cellulitis is a painful skin infection, often recurring in about one-third of cases, and nurses play a crucial role in managing risk factors like leg swelling and wound care.
  • The study involved interviews with 21 practice and community nurses in England to understand their experiences and challenges in managing these risk factors for patients with recurrent cellulitis.
  • Nurses face obstacles such as time constraints and patient capabilities, but they suggest focusing on prevention and providing resources to empower patients and caregivers in self-management.
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In the evolving landscape of older person care, the imperative to explore holistic approaches persists, especially in regions with distinct societal norms around informal caregiving. The deeply ingrained tradition of familial caregiving, often led by female family members, has historically compensated for healthcare system gaps in less integrated systems. Hence, societal expectations may affect registered nurses' experiences and impact the quality of care for older persons.

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