Mental health of recipients after cadaveric liver transplantation: A perspective from positive psychology.

Aims And Objectives: The aim of this study was to explore the mental health of transplant recipients, especially psychological integration and the donor-recipient relationship.

Background: Psychological integration and the donor-recipient relationship are unique psychological perception of recipients with transplantation, which have important effects on their mental health and recovery. However, few studies have focused on the feelings and attitudes of cadaveric liver transplant recipients.

Effects of transtheoretical model-based intervention on the self-management of patients with an ostomy: A randomised controlled trial.

Aims And Objectives: To determine the effect of a transtheoretical model (TTM)-based intervention on patients with an ostomy and provide patient-centred, accessible assistance and dynamic education to improve patient self-management.

Background: Proper self-management may promote the rehabilitation of patients with an ostomy. TTM-based interventions have resulted in positive health behavioural changes.

Peripheral intravenous catheters in situ for more than 96 h in adults: What factors affect removal?

Peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVC) are widely used in clinical nursing, but indwelling time remains a subject of debate. This study aimed to assess the risk factors for PIVC phlebitis in adults and provide a basis for indwelling time decisions. A total of 189 first-time PIVC patients in the emergency ward were assessed between May and October 2015.