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Self-management of coronary heart disease in angina patients after elective percutaneous coronary intervention:A mixed methods study (2014)
Thesis
Dawkes, S. Self-management of coronary heart disease in angina patients after elective percutaneous coronary intervention:A mixed methods study. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/9172

Introduction and aim:
An estimated 100,000 people in the United Kingdom have percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) each year to help alleviate angina symptoms. Thereafter, they are expected to modify their coronary heart disease (CHD) risk facto... Read More about Self-management of coronary heart disease in angina patients after elective percutaneous coronary intervention:A mixed methods study.

The effectiveness of an intervention by specialist breast care nurses to address the perceived needs and enhance the quality of life of women with breast cancer receiving follow-up care: A randomised controlled trial (2014)
Thesis
Cruickshank, S. The effectiveness of an intervention by specialist breast care nurses to address the perceived needs and enhance the quality of life of women with breast cancer receiving follow-up care: A randomised controlled trial. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/7557

Approximately 550,000–570,000 women are alive in the UK who have had a diagnosis of breast cancer with further predictions that this will rise by 3% annually. Most of these women will be receiving follow-up care in a hospital setting and the value of... Read More about The effectiveness of an intervention by specialist breast care nurses to address the perceived needs and enhance the quality of life of women with breast cancer receiving follow-up care: A randomised controlled trial.

Policy and practice concerning women with an RhD negative blood type : a midwifery perspective (2014)
Thesis
Harkness, M. Policy and practice concerning women with an RhD negative blood type : a midwifery perspective. (Thesis). University of Edinburgh. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/9274

In May 2002 the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) made the recommendation that all pregnant women with an RhD negative blood type should be offered routine antenatal anti-D immunoglobulin (Ig) prophylaxis (RAADP). Midwives were the ke... Read More about Policy and practice concerning women with an RhD negative blood type : a midwifery perspective.

Embedding compassionate care in local NHS practice: a realistic evaluation of the Leadership in Compassionate Care Programme (2014)
Thesis
MacArthur, J. Embedding compassionate care in local NHS practice: a realistic evaluation of the Leadership in Compassionate Care Programme. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/7248

This thesis offers an original contribution to knowledge through providing a rigorous longitudinal examination of a complex intervention known as the ‘Leadership in Compassionate Care Programme’ (LCC) which was designed to embed compassionate care wi... Read More about Embedding compassionate care in local NHS practice: a realistic evaluation of the Leadership in Compassionate Care Programme.

The lived experience of occupational therapists in Scottish Accident and Emergency Departments (2014)
Thesis
James, K. (2014). The lived experience of occupational therapists in Scottish Accident and Emergency Departments. (Thesis). Glasgow Caledonian University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/1410459

Emergency Departments (EDs) deliver urgent treatment at the ‘front-door’ of acute hospitals. In Scotland, occupational therapists have had an increasing presence in EDs, an emerging role with limited evidence to guide its development. There are no pr... Read More about The lived experience of occupational therapists in Scottish Accident and Emergency Departments.

A phenomenological exploration of the biographical impact of newly diagnosed MS on the individual and their support person (2014)
Thesis
Strickland, K. A phenomenological exploration of the biographical impact of newly diagnosed MS on the individual and their support person. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/7255

Aim: The aim of this study was to provide an understanding of the biographical impact of newly diagnosed Multiple Sclerosis (MS) on the individual and their support person(s) and how this impacts on how the person manages the transition to living wit... Read More about A phenomenological exploration of the biographical impact of newly diagnosed MS on the individual and their support person.

Aligning people, processes and technology: recurring issues in the design and implementation of eLearning, eHealth and eBusiness infrastructure (2013)
Thesis
Ure, J. P. Aligning people, processes and technology: recurring issues in the design and implementation of eLearning, eHealth and eBusiness infrastructure. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6117

This PhD by published works explores recurring issues in the design and implementation of eLearning, eBusiness and eHealth infrastructure at scale. It takes a socio-technical systems perspective on recurring issues in design/implementation, drawing o... Read More about Aligning people, processes and technology: recurring issues in the design and implementation of eLearning, eHealth and eBusiness infrastructure.

A longitudinal study exploring student nurses’ perceptions of the impact of a simulated clinical environment on their clinical learning experience and transfer of learning (2013)
Thesis
Crowley, M. A. A longitudinal study exploring student nurses’ perceptions of the impact of a simulated clinical environment on their clinical learning experience and transfer of learning. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6354

Nurse education has evolved from an apprenticeship model to one with a graduate focus. However, numerous factors have resulted in less opportunity for students to practice clinical skills in practicum (Scholes et al., 2004). Simulation was introduced... Read More about A longitudinal study exploring student nurses’ perceptions of the impact of a simulated clinical environment on their clinical learning experience and transfer of learning.

A case study analysis to explore the perceptions and experiences of patients, carers and/or family members and healthcare professionals in the management of metastatic spinal cord compression (MSCC) (2013)
Thesis
Lee, S. H. A case study analysis to explore the perceptions and experiences of patients, carers and/or family members and healthcare professionals in the management of metastatic spinal cord compression (MSCC). (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6215

Background
Metastatic spinal cord compression (MSCC) can result in paralysis and is an oncology emergency. Prognosis is poor if not treated early. There are an estimated 1200-2500 new cases of MSCC per year in Scotland. At 2013 there are limited stu... Read More about A case study analysis to explore the perceptions and experiences of patients, carers and/or family members and healthcare professionals in the management of metastatic spinal cord compression (MSCC).

A collaborative inquiry to explore a multidisciplinary approach to developing practice in hip fracture care. (2013)
Thesis
Christie, J. A. A collaborative inquiry to explore a multidisciplinary approach to developing practice in hip fracture care. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6096

Background
Hip fracture is a common, serious and well-defined injury which requires early surgical fixation, medical care and rehabilitation. Standards for its prevention and management are clearly defined in national clinical guidelines and standar... Read More about A collaborative inquiry to explore a multidisciplinary approach to developing practice in hip fracture care..

Blood Glucose Responses to Intermittent High Intensity exercise in individuals with Type 1 Diabetes: a trial of a structured intervention for insulin and carbohydrate adjustment (2013)
Thesis
Steele, L. Blood Glucose Responses to Intermittent High Intensity exercise in individuals with Type 1 Diabetes: a trial of a structured intervention for insulin and carbohydrate adjustment. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6088

Exercise is currently recommended for indivduals with type 1 diabetes since it is associated with physiological and psychological benefits (American Diabetes Association Position Statement, 2004; American College of Sports Medicine, 2010).
However p... Read More about Blood Glucose Responses to Intermittent High Intensity exercise in individuals with Type 1 Diabetes: a trial of a structured intervention for insulin and carbohydrate adjustment.

A pilot study to evaluate a self-management algorithm for people with Type 1 diabetes participating in moderate intensity exercise in laboratory and real-life environments (2013)
Thesis
Charlton, J. A pilot study to evaluate a self-management algorithm for people with Type 1 diabetes participating in moderate intensity exercise in laboratory and real-life environments. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University/NHS Lothian. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6026

Background
Limited evidence is available to advise people with Type 1 diabetes about self-management strategies for maintaining acceptable glycaemic control when exercising. It is recognized that hypoglycaemia is a potential risk and this is a major... Read More about A pilot study to evaluate a self-management algorithm for people with Type 1 diabetes participating in moderate intensity exercise in laboratory and real-life environments.

A critical analysis of evidence-based practice in UK healthcare: The case of asthma action plans. (2013)
Thesis
Ring, N. A critical analysis of evidence-based practice in UK healthcare: The case of asthma action plans. (Thesis). University of Stirling. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/975082

Evidence-based practice is an integral part of multi-disciplinary healthcare, but its routine clinical implementation remains a challenge internationally. Written asthma action plans are an example of sub-optimal evidence-based practice because, desp... Read More about A critical analysis of evidence-based practice in UK healthcare: The case of asthma action plans..

A grounded theory approach to explore how women with Type 1 diabetes manage their diabetes during the menopausal transition (2012)
Thesis
Mackay, L. A grounded theory approach to explore how women with Type 1 diabetes manage their diabetes during the menopausal transition. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/5689

Aim
To explore the experiences of women with Type 1 diabetes during the menopausal transition using a grounded theory approach and, from the data, develop a substantive theory that will have potential implications for service users and service provi... Read More about A grounded theory approach to explore how women with Type 1 diabetes manage their diabetes during the menopausal transition.

Dissertation: An exploratory study of mental health nurses experience and perceptions of user and carer involvement in higher education and its influence on practice. (2012)
Thesis
McIntosh, G. Dissertation: An exploratory study of mental health nurses experience and perceptions of user and carer involvement in higher education and its influence on practice. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/9591

There is currently a growing expectation that Higher Education Institutions providing nurse education should do so in partnership with service users and carers (NES 2008a, NMC 2010). Currently there is little research evidence to indicate that this w... Read More about Dissertation: An exploratory study of mental health nurses experience and perceptions of user and carer involvement in higher education and its influence on practice..

Perceptions and experiences of Practice Nurses and Health Care Assistants following the introduction of the HCA role into General Practice (2012)
Thesis
Burns, S. A. Perceptions and experiences of Practice Nurses and Health Care Assistants following the introduction of the HCA role into General Practice. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/5685

A longitudinal constructivist grounded theory study was undertaken in Scotland with the aim of exploring the on-going perceptions and experiences of HCAs and PNs withinGeneral Practice following the introduction of the HCA role.

Data collection a... Read More about Perceptions and experiences of Practice Nurses and Health Care Assistants following the introduction of the HCA role into General Practice.

An ethnographic exploration of the influences around participation in breast screening for women with learning disabilities (2012)
Thesis
Willis, D. An ethnographic exploration of the influences around participation in breast screening for women with learning disabilities. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/5543

Background

Greater longevity means that many more women with learning disabilities (LD) are becoming eligible to participate in the NHS Breast Cancer Screening Programme (NHSBCSP). The NHSBCSP is used to detect early signs of breast cancer and is... Read More about An ethnographic exploration of the influences around participation in breast screening for women with learning disabilities.

A qualitative study of supported self-care in women with lymphoedema associated with breast cancer (2011)
Thesis
Williams, A. A qualitative study of supported self-care in women with lymphoedema associated with breast cancer. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/4705

Aim: This study explored the nature of supported self-care for women who had lymphoedema associated with breast cancer treatment, and the work of lymphoedema practitioners.
Background: Health policy indicated a need to examine the potentially evolvi... Read More about A qualitative study of supported self-care in women with lymphoedema associated with breast cancer.

Decision-making processes of weaning from mechanical ventilation. A comparative ethnographic insight into the dynamics of the decision-making environment (2011)
Thesis
Kydonaki, C. (. Decision-making processes of weaning from mechanical ventilation. A comparative ethnographic insight into the dynamics of the decision-making environment. (Thesis). University of Edinburgh. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/9453

This was a qualitative work that aimed to understand in depth nurses’ decision-making process when reducing mechanical ventilatory support in critically ill patients, a routine clinical practice in intensive care. An ethnographic approach was used to... Read More about Decision-making processes of weaning from mechanical ventilation. A comparative ethnographic insight into the dynamics of the decision-making environment.