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Abraham SA, Nsatimba F, Agyare DF, Agyeiwaa J, Opoku-Danso R, Ninnoni JP, Doe PF, Kuffour BO, Anumel BK, Berchie GO, Boso CM, Druye AA, Okantey C, Owusu G, Obeng P, Amoadu M, Commey IT. Barriers and outcomes of therapeutic communication between nurses and patients in Africa: a scoping review. BMC Nurs 2024; 23:362. [PMID: 38816765 PMCID: PMC11141006 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-024-02038-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Therapeutic communication (TC) promotes effective patient care, emotional wellbeing, and improves patient outcomes. The purpose of this review was to synthesise evidence on barriers and outcomes of TC between nurses and patients in Africa and to inform future studies and systematic reviews. METHODS Search for the records was done in four major databases including PubMed, Science Direct, PubMed CENTRAL, and JSTOR. Additional searches were done in Google Scholar and Google. Results and findings from published studies and grey literature were included. A total of 16 articles met the eligibility criteria and were included in the review. This scoping review followed the guidelines by Askey and O'Malley. RESULTS Barriers associated with TC were grouped under five main themes: sociodemographic factors, patient-related factors, nurse-related factors, environmental and health service-related. Age, and religious beliefs were the main sociodemographic factors that hindered TC while stress and inadequate knowledge and skills were identified among the nurse-related barriers to TC. Extreme weather conditions and mosquito infestation were environmental factors while lack of access to TC educational programmes on TC was a health service-related factor that interfered with TC. Both positive and negative outcomes of TC were also identified. CONCLUSION Continuous professional development on TC is necessary to improve nurses' attitudes and update their skills to enable them to render culturally competent nursing care to patients.
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- Susanna Aba Abraham
- Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Mental Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana.
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- Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Mental Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Mental Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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- Department of Mental Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
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Højgaard Nejst C, Glintborg C. Hope as experienced by people with acquired brain injury in a rehabilitation-or recovery process: a qualitative systematic review and thematic synthesis. FRONTIERS IN REHABILITATION SCIENCES 2024; 5:1376895. [PMID: 38807900 PMCID: PMC11131419 DOI: 10.3389/fresc.2024.1376895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024]
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Background There has been an increasing interest in the concept of hope within the field of brain injury rehabilitation. Existing reviews have nevertheless focused on stroke, leaving out the broad population of people with acquired brain injury (ABI). Furthermore a majority of the included studies in those reviews excluded the subgroup of people with communication difficulties, thus primarily giving voice to a select group of people with ABI. Methods A qualitative systematic review was conducted with the purpose of systematically reviewing and thematically synthesise findings about hope as experienced by adults with ABI in a rehabilitation or recovery process. The search strategy included peer-reviewed qualitative studies published after 2000 in English or Scandinavian languages. Searches of EBSCO databases incorporating CINAHL, MEDLINE, and PsycINFO were conducted together with SocINDEX, Social Work Abstracts, Eric and Web of Science. Ten qualitative studies were included, and the Critical Appraisal Skills Program (CASP) was used for assessing the quality and relevance of the ten studies. Qualitative findings were synthesized using Thomas and Harden's methodology. Results Through a thematic synthesis eleven subthemes were identified relating to experiences of hope. These were grouped into four analytical themes: (1) hope a two folded phenomenon; (2) time and temporality; (3) progress, goals and visibility and (4) the alliance; a balancing act requiring good communication skills. Conclusion This review has shown that even though hope has both a positive and negative side to it, it is necessary as a driving force for people with ABI in terms of supporting them to keep going and not give up. Rehabilitation professionals are advised to embrace the ambiguity of hope, customizing the support of hope to each person with ABI. Attention is needed on how to make progress visible for persons with ABI during their rehabilitation process just as rehabilitation professionals should acknowledge the alliance with the person with ABI as a core component of rehabilitation. This requires a focus on professionals' communication skills if hope promoting relationships between professionals and persons with ABI are to be achieved.
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- Camilla Højgaard Nejst
- Neurorehabilitation Copenhagen, Municipality of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Communication and Psychology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Communication and Psychology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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Cruickshank A, Brooks ED, Sperling C, Nelson MLA, Singh H. Exploring the experiences of adults with stroke in virtual community-based stroke programs: a qualitative descriptive study. BMC Health Serv Res 2024; 24:600. [PMID: 38715062 PMCID: PMC11077787 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-024-11043-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Stroke is among the top contributors to disability and can impact an individual's cognition, physical functioning, and mental health. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, several community-based organizations have started delivering stroke programs virtually. However, participants' experiences in these programs remain understudied, and evidence-based guidelines to inform and optimize virtual stroke program development and delivery are lacking. Thus, this study aimed to describe the perspectives and experiences of individuals with stroke who participated in virtual community-based organization stroke programs, including perceived access and participation facilitators and barriers and suggestions for improving these programs. METHODS A qualitative descriptive design was used to gather participant experiences through semi-structured interviews. Audio-recorded interviews were conducted on Zoom and transcribed verbatim. Adult participants who had experienced a stroke and attended at least one Canadian virtual community-based organization stroke program were recruited. Data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. RESULTS Twelve participants (32-69 years, 2-23 years post-stroke, eight women and four men) participated in this study. Five themes were identified: (1) motives to join virtual community-based organization stroke programs, including gaining peer connections, knowledge and information; (2) perceived barriers to accessing and participating in virtual community-based organization stroke programs, including technology inequities, difficulties navigating technology, and inadequate facilitation; (3) perceived facilitators to accessing and participating in virtual community-based organization stroke programs, including remote access, virtual platform features and program leader characteristics/skills; (4) unmet needs during virtual community-based organization stroke programs, including in-person connection and individualized support; and (5) suggestions and preferences for improving virtual community-based organization stroke programs, including program facilitation, content and format. CONCLUSIONS Study findings highlight opportunities to improve virtual community-based organization stroke programs to optimize participant experiences and outcomes. Addressing the barriers and suggestions identified in this study may improve virtual community-based organization stroke programs' access and quality.
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- Amy Cruickshank
- Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, 500 University Ave, Toronto, ON, M5G 1V7, Canada
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- Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, 500 University Ave, Toronto, ON, M5G 1V7, Canada
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- March of Dimes Canada, 202-885 Don Mills Rd., Toronto, ON, M3C 1V9, Canada
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- Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, Sinai Health System, 1 Bridgepoint Dr, Toronto, ON, M4M 2B5, Canada
- Institute of Health Policy Management and Evaluation, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, 155 College St 4th Floor, Toronto, ON, M5T 3M6, Canada
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- Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, 500 University Ave, Toronto, ON, M5G 1V7, Canada.
- KITE Research Institute, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute-University Health Network, 520 Sutherland Dr, Toronto, ON, M4G 3V9, Canada.
- Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, 500 University Ave, Toronto, ON, M5G 1V7, Canada.
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Hansen H, Erfmann K, Göldner J, Schlüter R, Zimmermann F. Therapeutic relationships in speech-language pathology: A scoping review of empirical studies. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY 2024; 26:162-178. [PMID: 37074740 DOI: 10.1080/17549507.2023.2197182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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PURPOSE This scoping review provides an overview of empirical studies investigating therapeutic relationships between speech-language pathologists (SLPs), clients, and caregivers across all ages and clinical areas, and identifies areas of future research. METHOD The Joanna Briggs Institute's (JBI) scoping review method was employed. Systematic searches were conducted across seven databases and four grey literature databases. Research published in English and German until 3 August 2020 was included. Data were extracted for the primary aim, terminology and theoretical foundations, research design, and focus. Central findings concerning the input-, process-, outcome-, and output-level of speech-language pathology were categorised. RESULT Of 5479 articles, 44 articles were included in the analysis. Psychotherapy was the leading discipline for the theoretical foundation and measurement of relationship quality. Most findings focused on therapeutic attitudes, qualities, and relational actions to build the basis of a positive therapeutic relationship. A small number of studies indicated connections between clinical outcomes and the quality of the relationships. CONCLUSION Future research needs to address precision of terminology, expansion of qualitative and quantitative research methods, development and psychometric examination of measuring instruments specific to SLPs and the development and evaluation of concepts to support professional relationship building in speech-language pathology training and everyday work.
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- Hilke Hansen
- Faculty of Business Management and Social Sciences, Section of Speech and Language Therapy, University of Applied Sciences, Osnabrueck, Germany
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- Faculty of Business Management and Social Sciences, Section of Speech and Language Therapy, University of Applied Sciences, Osnabrueck, Germany
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- SRH Technical College for Speech and Language Therapy, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Section of Phoniatrics and Pedaudiology, University of Ulm, Germany
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- Faculty of Social Work and Health, HAWK University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Hildesheim, Germany
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Carragher M, Steel G, O'Halloran R, Lamborn E, Torabi T, Johnson H, Taylor NF, Rose ML. Aphasia disrupts usual care: "I'm not mad, I'm not deaf" - the experiences of individuals with aphasia and family members in hospital. Disabil Rehabil 2024:1-12. [PMID: 38444182 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2024.2324115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/07/2024]
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PURPOSE Communication difficulties are highly prevalent in the stroke population, with implications for patient experience, safety and outcomes. This study explores the experiences of people with aphasia and family members regarding healthcare communication in acute and subacute stroke settings. METHODS AND MATERIALS A phenomenological approach was used to understand participants' experiences. Participants took part in a focus group and data were analysed using an inductive thematic approach. RESULTS For individuals with aphasia (n = 4) and family members (n = 2), five themes were generated: "aphasia makes it hard to communicate," "hospital staff focus on the patient's medical status only," "people with aphasia do not get the help they need to improve," "staff lack the skills to communicate with people with aphasia," and "staff are crucial to improving healthcare communication." CONCLUSIONS The stroke team has expertise in the medical management of stroke but struggle to communicate with patients with aphasia. Patients' experience of healthcare communication is often one-way and limited to following instructions, with missed opportunities to discuss core topics such as prognosis, rehabilitation, and person-specific needs. Patients and families assert that all members of the stroke healthcare team should be able to adapt communication to accommodate patients.
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- Marcella Carragher
- Speech Pathology, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Speech Pathology, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Speech Pathology, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Speech Pathology, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Computer Science and Information Technology, School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Speech Pathology, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
- Scope Communication and Inclusion Resource Centre, Melbourne, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia and Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Australia
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- Speech Pathology, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
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Biel M, Haley KL. Motivation in Aphasia Treatment: Self-Determination Theory Applied to the FOURC Model. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY 2023; 32:1016-1036. [PMID: 36889681 DOI: 10.1044/2022_ajslp-22-00251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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PURPOSE Although the importance of motivation to successful rehabilitation is frequently acknowledged in the aphasia literature, little evidence-based guidance has been provided on how to support it. The purpose of this tutorial is to introduce a well-validated theory of motivation, self-determination theory (SDT); explain its role as the foundation for the FOURC model of collaborative goal setting and treatment planning; and explain how it may be applied during rehabilitation to support the motivation of people with aphasia. METHOD We provide an overview of SDT, explore the link between motivation and psychological wellness, and discuss how psychological needs are addressed in SDT and the FOURC model. Concrete examples from aphasia therapy are used to illustrate main concepts. CONCLUSIONS SDT offers tangible guidance for supporting motivation and wellness. SDT-based practices support positive forms of motivation, which is one of the targets of FOURC. An understanding of SDT's theoretical foundation will help clinicians maximize the impact of collaborative goal setting and aphasia therapy more generally.
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- Michael Biel
- Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences, California State University, Northridge
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- Department of Health Sciences, School of Medicine, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Barnett A, Ball L, Coppieters MW, Morris NR, Kendall E, Campbell KL. Patients' experiences with rehabilitation care: a qualitative study to inform patient-centred outcomes. Disabil Rehabil 2023; 45:1307-1314. [PMID: 35435101 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2022.2057597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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PURPOSE To explore patients' experiences with rehabilitation, with a particular focus on outcomes that are perceived to be of value. MATERIALS AND METHODS Semi structured interviews were conducted with adults who recently had rehabilitation for a chronic health condition in a hospital or community setting. Banja's definition of rehabilitation (personally fulfilling, socially meaningful and functionally effective) informed the enquiry and interpretation of the findings. Thematic analysis was used to categorise the data into codes and themes. RESULTS 16 people (40-84 years, 69% male, n = 11) participated in individual telephone-interviews, describing their perspectives on what mattered to them about rehabilitation. The themes generated from the data suggested that participants focused on important social, functional and personal outcomes, but also required two fundamental features in their rehabilitation, namely a personalised and relational experience and a clear understanding of their own progress delivered in a way that is meaningful to them. CONCLUSIONS People who undertake rehabilitation express diverse expectations when assessing their outcomes and progress, although common elements could be identified. Participants valued a number of key features about the delivery and evaluation of their rehabilitation. These features revolved around the personalisation of the process and having clarity about progress.Implications for rehabilitationRehabilitation therapists should encourage ongoing personalised discussions about progress to promote clear and shared understanding of what clients and therapists expect, alongside the use of current available measures.Rehabilitation therapists should consider providing opportunities for participants to self-reflect about their experiences and modify their goals based on personal progress and deeper understanding of their circumstances.Rehabilitation therapists should consider assessing the extent to which the individual feels satisfied with and capable of achieving these outcomes before departing from the rehabilitation service.Overall, rehabilitation teams should think about spending more time with the patient to prioritise and understand their individual goals and values.
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- Amandine Barnett
- Centre for Applied Health Economics, Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Brisbane & Gold Coast, Australia
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- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Brisbane & Gold Coast, Australia
- School of Health Sciences, Griffith University, Brisbane & Gold Coast, Australia
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- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Brisbane & Gold Coast, Australia
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- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Brisbane & Gold Coast, Australia
- School of Health Sciences, Griffith University, Brisbane & Gold Coast, Australia
- Metro North Hospital and Health Service, The Prince Charles Hospital. Allied Health Research Collaborative, Brisbane, Australia
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- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Brisbane & Gold Coast, Australia
- The Hopkins Centre, Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
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- Centre for Applied Health Economics, Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Brisbane & Gold Coast, Australia
- Healthcare Excellence and Innovation, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, Australia
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Lo SHS, Chau JPC. Experiences of participating in group-based rehabilitation programmes: A qualitative study of community-dwelling adults with post-stroke aphasia. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION DISORDERS 2023. [PMID: 36694350 DOI: 10.1111/1460-6984.12845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2022] [Accepted: 12/16/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND People with post-stroke aphasia tend to have smaller social networks, a higher risk of depression and poorer health-related quality of life than those who do not have aphasia after stroke. Stroke-specific or general rehabilitation programmes offered by community-based organizations are commonly group-based and involve discussions among group members with or without stroke. Research has shown that people with post-stroke aphasia may be unable to participate fully in verbal sharing of experiences and exchange of thoughts. AIMS To explore the experiences of people with post-stroke aphasia in relation to participating in group-based rehabilitation programmes organized by community-based organizations. METHODS & PROCEDURES A qualitative design was adopted, including individual, semi-structured interviews with 20 adults with post-stroke aphasia recruited from community-based rehabilitation centres and support groups. The participants had a mean age of 68.86 ± 13.54 years and a mean post-stroke duration of 9.24 ± 7.72 years. They had participated in at least one group-based rehabilitation programme organized by community-based organizations in the past year. The participants were asked about their experiences of attending group-based programme(s), thoughts and feelings while interacting with the facilitators and group members, and satisfaction with their participation. The interview data were thematically analysed. OUTCOMES & RESULTS Three themes were identified: (1) hurdles to active and fulfilling participation including the dominance of verbal sharing, short duration of the programme, being a minority in the group and accumulated negative experiences; (2) strategies adopted to improve participation including accepting a reduced speaking ability, having support from caregivers, and trying mobile apps to vocalize and supplement meanings; and (3) a preference for certain group conditions including receiving invitations by staff with whom they were familiar, groups that are led by experienced facilitators, a large or small group, the dominance of non-verbal activities, and inclusion of only people with post-stroke aphasia. CONCLUSIONS & IMPLICATIONS The findings showed that people with post-stroke aphasia experience difficulties participating more actively in group-based rehabilitation programmes due to hurdles in terms of the structure and format of the programmes and accumulation of negative experiences. Facilitating positive group experiences for these people with innovative methods, such as using technology and providing professional and standby support, would be helpful. Longer sessions with smaller groups, exclusively including people with post-stroke aphasia and involving more non-verbal activities to help them express feelings, are suggested to optimize the benefits they derive from these group-based programmes. WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS What is already known on the subject Stroke-specific or general group-based rehabilitation programmes are commonly offered by community-based organizations to support the recovery of people with or without stroke. However, some people with post-stroke aphasia may be unable to participate fully in verbal sharing of experiences and exchange of thoughts during these group-based programmes, which can limit the benefits they derive from these programmes. What this paper adds to existing knowledge This study explored the experiences of people with post-stroke aphasia in relation to participating in group-based rehabilitation programmes not specifically designed for people with stroke-induced aphasia organized by community-based organizations. The findings provide an insight into how these people participate in groups, their thoughts and feelings during interactions with the facilitators and group members, their satisfaction with their level of participation, and the characteristics of the groups they prefer to join. What are the potential or actual clinical implications of this work? People with post-stroke aphasia experience difficulties participating more actively in group-based programmes due to hurdles in terms of the structure and format of the group-based programmes and accumulation of negative experiences contributing to decreased motivation to participating in groups. More positive group experiences can be fostered by adopting longer sessions with smaller groups that exclusively include people with post-stroke aphasia and involve more non-verbal activities to help them express their feelings. Communication partner training for facilitators and the use of technology to support communication are suggested to promote active and fulfilling participation of the people with aphasia in group-based programmes.
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- Suzanne Hoi Shan Lo
- The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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Morozova OG, Kosheleva AN, Fedak BS, Ponomaryov VI, Yaroshevskiy AA, Kravchenko IM, Reminiak IV. PRACTICAL ASPECTS AND RESULTS OF COGNITIVE THERAPY IN THE EARLY RECOVERY PERIOD OF ISCHEMIC STROKE. WIADOMOSCI LEKARSKIE (WARSAW, POLAND : 1960) 2022; 75:2619-2623. [PMID: 36591743 DOI: 10.36740/wlek202211112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim: To determine the impact of cognitive training on the degree of cognitive functions recovery and quality of life in the early recovery period of ischemic stroke. PATIENTS AND METHODS Materials and methods: 108 patients with cerebral infarction were examined outpatiently, follow-up from 1 to 3 months from the onset of the disease. Basic assessment methods: screening index of cognitive disorders according to the Montreal Cognitive Assessment Scale (MoCA), SF-36 questionnaire. RESULTS Results and Conclusions: Comprehensive rehabilitation measures for the early recovery period of ischemic stroke achieve improvement of the cognitive sphere: a significant increase in the average score on the Montreal scale of cognitive functions assessment (MoCA scale) in both observation groups.
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- Olga G Morozova
- EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC MEDICAL INSTITUTE OF THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY «KHARKIV POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE», KHARKIV, UKRAINE
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- EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC MEDICAL INSTITUTE OF THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY «KHARKIV POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE», KHARKIV, UKRAINE
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- EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC MEDICAL INSTITUTE OF THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY «KHARKIV POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE», KHARKIV, UKRAINE
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- EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC MEDICAL INSTITUTE OF THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY «KHARKIV POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE», KHARKIV, UKRAINE
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- EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC MEDICAL INSTITUTE OF THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY «KHARKIV POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE», KHARKIV, UKRAINE
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- EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC MEDICAL INSTITUTE OF THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY «KHARKIV POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE», KHARKIV, UKRAINE
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- EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC MEDICAL INSTITUTE OF THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY «KHARKIV POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE», KHARKIV, UKRAINE
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Knowing-in-action that centres humanising relationships on stroke units: an appreciative action research study. BRAIN IMPAIR 2022. [DOI: 10.1017/brimp.2021.34] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background:
Equal, collaborative and therapeutic relationships centred on the person affected by stroke are important for supporting recovery and adjustment. However, realising these relationships in hospital practice is challenging when there is increasing focus on biomedical needs and organisational pressures. Despite a body of evidence advocating for quality relationships, there remains limited research describing how to achieve this in clinical practice. This appreciative action research (AAR) study aimed to describe the processes involved in co-creating meaningful relationships on stroke units.
Design and methods:
An AAR approach was used to develop humanising relationship-centred care (RCC) within two hospital stroke units. Participants were staff (n = 65), patients (n = 17) and relatives (n = 7). Data generation comprised of interviews, observations and discussion groups. Data were analysed collaboratively with participants using sense-making as part of the AAR cyclical process. Further in-depth analysis using immersion crystallisation confirmed and broadened the original themes.
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All participants valued similar relational experiences around human connections to support existential well-being. The AAR process supported changes in self, and the culture on the stroke units, towards increased value being placed on human relationships. The processes supporting human connections in practice were: (i) sensitising to humanising relational knowing; (ii) valuing, reflecting and sharing relational experiences with others that co-created a relational discourse; and (iii) having the freedom to act, enabling human connections. The outcomes from this study build on existing lifeworld-led care theories through developing orientations for practice that support relational knowing and propose the development of RCC to include humanising values.
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Loft MI, Volck C, Jensen LR. Communicative and Supportive Strategies: A Qualitative Study Investigating Nursing Staff's Communicative Practice With Patients With Aphasia in Stroke Care. Glob Qual Nurs Res 2022; 9:23333936221110805. [PMID: 35912132 PMCID: PMC9335487 DOI: 10.1177/23333936221110805] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2021] [Revised: 06/13/2022] [Accepted: 06/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
Abstract
This study aimed to provide detailed descriptions of the influences on the nursing staff’s communicative practices with patients with aphasia in the context of usual stroke care interactions, and secondly to explore the nursing staff’s use or non-use of supportive techniques, including the SCATM method. A qualitative design was chosen, combining field observations and semi-structured interviews. Inductive and deductive qualitative content analysis was used. The results showed that the nursing staff’s interactions with patients with aphasia were influenced by organizational and environmental influences, nurses’ roles and functions and supporting patients with aphasia in communication. The role of the nursing staff in caring for the psychosocial well-being of patients is deprioritised in favor of other tasks. If there is no time or culture for prioritizing time for conversing with patients and supporting their psychosocial well-being, communication-partner training like SCATM is likely hindered.
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Affiliation(s)
- Mia Ingerslev Loft
- Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Denmark.,Aarhus University, Denmark
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- Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev - Gentofte, Denmark
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