Journal of evaluation in clinical practice
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By analyzing the existing data of this study, a prediction tool for the overall breast cancer survival and disease-free survival (DFS) of elderly women was established. ⋯ This study developed novel and practical nomograms for individual prediction of DFS and OS in elderly BC patients. These nomograms can predict 3- and 5-year OS as well as DFS in the elderly BC patient population, thereby enabling personalized risk assessment and risk-based therapy.
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The aim of the study is to investigate the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the Self-Efficacy Tool for the Ability to Support Breastfeeding Mothers. ⋯ The results of the present study show that the Turkish version of the Self-Efficacy Tool for the Ability to Support Breastfeeding Mothers is valid and reliable. It can be utilised as a measurement tool to determine the degree of self-efficacy in the ability to support breastfeeding mothers.
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The structure, process and outcome (SPO) framework has been used to establish that improved structures of care influences an enhanced process of stroke care resulting in improved outcome. Although, both stroke and Parkinson's disease (PD) are neurological conditions that require prolonged period of care and rehabilitation, the SPO framework has not yet been used to describe the existing structures and processes of PD care and rehabilitation in Ghana. ⋯ The structures and processes needed for PD rehabilitation exist but differ across the healthcare levels and among therapists. Physiotherapy was the most common rehabilitation service available at all levels of healthcare.
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Parenting for individuals with visual impairments introduces unique challenges, requiring meticulous planning, attention and care in daily activities and child-rearing. ⋯ The findings highlight the importance of understanding and addressing the postpartum experiences of visually impaired mothers, advocating for more effective support programs tailored to their unique needs.
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Older adults in the Emergency Department (ED) often present with nonspecific complaints (NSC) that might be associated with adverse health outcomes due to underestimating the seriousness of the illness by health care workers. ⋯ Elderly patients with a chief complaint of weakness with and without a specific reason for hospitalisation were not at an increased risk for inappropriate treatment or a missed diagnosis.