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What do pulmonary rehabilitation participants want their educational sessions to comprise of? Exploring a participant-centered approach to designing pulmonary rehabilitation education (2024)
Journal Article
Roberts, N. J., McAloney-Kocaman, K., Ring, N., Ray, E., Turnbull, L., Jelen, T., & Porter-Armstrong, A. (in press). What do pulmonary rehabilitation participants want their educational sessions to comprise of? Exploring a participant-centered approach to designing pulmonary rehabilitation education. American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine,

A women-centred exploration of postpartum perineal pain when the perineum is diagnosed as intact: A French Gadamerian research study (2023)
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Matteo, C., Roome, K., Roberts, N., Hill, G., & Hill, H. (2024). A women-centred exploration of postpartum perineal pain when the perineum is diagnosed as intact: A French Gadamerian research study. Midwifery, 129, Article 103909. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.midw.2023.103909

Background Postpartum perineal pain is a frequent symptom (90%) with consequences on postnatal health regardless of whether the perineum remains intact. The impact of that pain on both short and long-term health has been studied and literature sugge... Read More about A women-centred exploration of postpartum perineal pain when the perineum is diagnosed as intact: A French Gadamerian research study.

A scoping review exploring adoption of digital stress management resources for long-term health conditions – just useful for respiratory conditions? (2023)
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Roberts, N., Gebreheat, G., MacLean, F., Connolly, F., Breen, C., & Porter-Armstrong, A. (2023). A scoping review exploring adoption of digital stress management resources for long-term health conditions – just useful for respiratory conditions?. Thorax, 78(Suppl 4), Article A265. https://doi.org/10.1136/thorax-2023-btsabstracts.400

British Thoracic Society Clinical Statement on pulmonary rehabilitation (2023)
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Man, W., Chaplin, E., Daynes, E., Drummond, A., Evans, R. A., Greening, N. J., …Singh, S. J. (2023). British Thoracic Society Clinical Statement on pulmonary rehabilitation. Thorax, 78(Supplement 4), https://doi.org/10.1136/thorax-2023-220439

The evidence-based British Thoracic Society (BTS) Guideline for pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) in adults was published in 2013.(1) There is a strong evidence base for the benefits of PR,(2) and it is one of the most cost-effective interventions for ad... Read More about British Thoracic Society Clinical Statement on pulmonary rehabilitation.

'I always say, not all programs are created equally'; a qualitative study exploring the educational experiences, learning needs and preferences of people attending Pulmonary Rehabilitation (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Roberts, N. J., Ray, E., Ring, N. J., Turnbull, L., Jelen, T., Macdonald, D., & Porter-Armstrong, A. (2023, September). 'I always say, not all programs are created equally'; a qualitative study exploring the educational experiences, learning needs and preferences of people attending Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Paper presented at Primary Care Respiratory Conference, Telford, UK

Existing respiratory nursing curriculum, frameworks, and other documentation relevant to respiratory nursing education: A Scoping Review (2023)
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Roberts, N. J., Murray, B., Smith, S., Padilha, . M. J., Šajnić, A., Narsavage, G., … Kelly, C. (2023). Existing respiratory nursing curriculum, frameworks, and other documentation relevant to respiratory nursing education: A Scoping Review. European Respiratory Journal, 62(suppl 67), https://doi.org/10.1183/13993003.congress-2023.OA3173

Are We Maximising the Potential of Occupational Therapists to In Deliver Patient Education In Pulmonary Rehabilitation? (2023)
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Roberts, N. J., & Sewell, L. (2023). Are We Maximising the Potential of Occupational Therapists to In Deliver Patient Education In Pulmonary Rehabilitation?. American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, 207, A4677-A4677

Rationale: The roles of individual MDT members (e.g occupational therapist, nurse, physiotherapist, healthcare assistant) in delivering patient education in pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) are often unclear. Occupational therapists (OTs) are key member... Read More about Are We Maximising the Potential of Occupational Therapists to In Deliver Patient Education In Pulmonary Rehabilitation?.

Quality of life of children and young people with anterior chest wall deformity: a systematic review of the literature (2023)
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Johnstone, A., Davis, C., Roberts, N. J., & Sharp, K. (2023). Quality of life of children and young people with anterior chest wall deformity: a systematic review of the literature. Archives of Disease in Childhood, 108(8), 678-683. https://doi.org/10.1136/archdischild-2022-324948

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the current evidence regarding the Quality of life (QoL) of children and young people with Anterior Chest Wall Deformity (ACWD). Methods: Using a defined search strategy, a systematic review of the... Read More about Quality of life of children and young people with anterior chest wall deformity: a systematic review of the literature.

Parental Home-Based Pulse Oximetry Monitoring For Adults With Intellectual Disabilities At Risk Of Serious Respiratory Problems Including Covid-19: A Brief Report (2023)
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Finlayson, J., Roberts, N. J., Holt, T., Roast, J., McCardle, M., Parsonage, M., …Frighi, V. (2023). Parental Home-Based Pulse Oximetry Monitoring For Adults With Intellectual Disabilities At Risk Of Serious Respiratory Problems Including Covid-19: A Brief Report. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 67(7), 690-699. https://doi.org/10.1111/jir.13030

Background People with intellectual disabilities (ID) are at high risk of developing respiratory health issues. The COVID-19 pandemic has compounded this, with serious consequences, and for some, death. Despite home-based oxygen saturation monitorin... Read More about Parental Home-Based Pulse Oximetry Monitoring For Adults With Intellectual Disabilities At Risk Of Serious Respiratory Problems Including Covid-19: A Brief Report.

Delivering asthma reviews during the Covid-19 pandemic (2023)
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Watling Smith, J., & Roberts, N. J. (2023). Delivering asthma reviews during the Covid-19 pandemic. Nursing Times, 119(1), 1-4

The Covid-19 pandemic meant that the delivery of asthma management in primary care changed virtually overnight, requiring the introduction of alternatives to face-to-face care. This study examines the experiences of nurses who were performing asthma... Read More about Delivering asthma reviews during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Parents’ narratives toward smoking in the home following a second-hand smoke story-telling education intervention (2022)
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MacNicol, Y., Lusher, J., Banbury, S., & Roberts, N. (2022). Parents’ narratives toward smoking in the home following a second-hand smoke story-telling education intervention. MOJ Addiction Medicine & Therapy, 7(1), 7-13. https://doi.org/10.15406/mojamt.2022.07.00152

There is a strong link between cigarette smoking and socio-economic status, with three-quarters of children living in disadvantaged communities being exposed to second-hand smoke. The present study examined parents’ views of smoking in the home after... Read More about Parents’ narratives toward smoking in the home following a second-hand smoke story-telling education intervention.

Results from a test of change project using the MyCOPD app with pulmonary rehabilitation patients (2022)
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Roberts, N. J., McNarry, S., Payne, E., & Choudhury, G. (2022). Results from a test of change project using the MyCOPD app with pulmonary rehabilitation patients. European Respiratory Journal, 60(suppl_66), 116. https://doi.org/10.1183/13993003.congress-2022.116

Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR) is a crucial component of COPD management, access to programmes can be difficult, reduced attendance, high dropouts and low completion rates are common. MyCOPD is an example of how digital technology could potentially be... Read More about Results from a test of change project using the MyCOPD app with pulmonary rehabilitation patients.

Development of an international curriculum for respiratory nurses (ICRN): A global needs survey (2022)
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Narsavage, G., Sajnic, A., Kelly, C., Smith, S., Roberts, N. J., Heslop-Marshall, K., …Poot, B. (2022). Development of an international curriculum for respiratory nurses (ICRN): A global needs survey. European Respiratory Journal, 60(Suppl 66), 204. https://doi.org/10.1183/13993003.congress-2022.204

Introduction: A coronavirus pandemic confirmed that respiratory nurses are critical healthcare providers. Knowledge about appropriate education for quality respiratory nursing care is limited. The ERS Nurses Chair formed the ICRN group to develop a c... Read More about Development of an international curriculum for respiratory nurses (ICRN): A global needs survey.

Steps in the development of an international curriculum for respiratory nurses (ICRN): A Delphi Process plan to standardise levels of respiratory nursing education (2022)
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Sajnic, A., Narsavage, G., Kelly, C., Heslop-Marshall, K., Padilha, J., Murray, B., …Smith, S. (2022). Steps in the development of an international curriculum for respiratory nurses (ICRN): A Delphi Process plan to standardise levels of respiratory nursing education. European Respiratory Journal, 60(Suppl 66), 515. https://doi.org/10.1183/13993003.congress-2022.515

Introduction: The sizable population of people with respiratory conditions places a significant demand on healthcare services and a need for specialized nursing care. Aim: The ERS Nursing Group recognized the need for harmonized curricula for resp... Read More about Steps in the development of an international curriculum for respiratory nurses (ICRN): A Delphi Process plan to standardise levels of respiratory nursing education.

How confident are nursing students about their respiratory knowledge and assessment skills? (2022)
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Roberts, N. J., Renwick, M., Welch, L., Lippiet, . K., & Kelly, C. (2022). How confident are nursing students about their respiratory knowledge and assessment skills?. European Respiratory Journal, 60(suppl 66), 119. https://doi.org/10.1183/13993003.congress-2022.119

Respiratory knowledge and skills are fundamental to effective patient care. Our recent study showed significant variation in the provision of respiratory education in UK pre-registration nursing programmes. This study explored confidence levels of fi... Read More about How confident are nursing students about their respiratory knowledge and assessment skills?.

Patient, Carer and Professional perspectives on the opportunities and challenges for REMOte CARE (REMO CARE) in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – A qualitative study (2022)
Presentation / Conference
Roberts, N. J., Sohanpal, R., Fudge, N., Jelen, T., Steed, L., Heslop-Marshall, K., …JC Taylor, S. (2022, September). Patient, Carer and Professional perspectives on the opportunities and challenges for REMOte CARE (REMO CARE) in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – A qualitative study. Paper presented at Primary Care Respiratory Conference, Telford, UK

AIM The increased use of remote consultations to provide care for people with long-term conditions has been accelerated by the pandemic and brings both advantages and disadvantages. In the context of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), mos... Read More about Patient, Carer and Professional perspectives on the opportunities and challenges for REMOte CARE (REMO CARE) in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – A qualitative study.

Need and baseline for harmonising nursing education in respiratory care: preliminary results of a global survey (2022)
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Šajnić, A., Kelly, C., Smith, S., Heslop-Marshall, K., Axelsson, M., Padilha, J. M., …Narsavage, G. (2022). Need and baseline for harmonising nursing education in respiratory care: preliminary results of a global survey. Breathe, 18(3), Article 210172. https://doi.org/10.1183/20734735.0172-2021

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic confirmed that respiratory nurses are critical healthcare providers. Limited knowledge is available about appropriate education to prepare nurses to deliver high-quality respiratory care. A survey was developed by th... Read More about Need and baseline for harmonising nursing education in respiratory care: preliminary results of a global survey.

Factors influencing fatigue in nurses working in respiratory clinical areas during the second wave of the Covid‐19 pandemic: An online survey (2022)
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Roberts, N. J., McAloney‐Kocaman, K., Lippiett, K., Ray, E., Welch, L., & Kelly, C. A. (2024). Factors influencing fatigue in nurses working in respiratory clinical areas during the second wave of the Covid‐19 pandemic: An online survey. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 33(1), 322-332. https://doi.org/10.1111/jocn.16375

Aims and objectives This study explores UK nurses' experiences of working in a respiratory clinical area during the COVID-19 pandemic over winter 2020. Background During the first wave of the pandemic, nurses working in respiratory clinical area... Read More about Factors influencing fatigue in nurses working in respiratory clinical areas during the second wave of the Covid‐19 pandemic: An online survey.

Self-management in chronic lung disease: what is missing? (2022)
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Kelly, C., Heslop-Marshall, K., Jones, S., & Roberts, N. J. (2022). Self-management in chronic lung disease: what is missing?. Breathe, 18(1), Article 210179. https://doi.org/10.1183/20734735.0179-2021

Self-management, as a strategy to support those living with chronic respiratory conditions such as asthma and COPD, has been widely advocated in guidelines and adopted in practice. However, there can be a disconnect between the goals of patients and... Read More about Self-management in chronic lung disease: what is missing?.

Using Telemedicine to Provide Education for the Symptomatic Patient with Chronic Respiratory Disease (2021)
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Blackstock, F. C., & Roberts, N. J. (2021). Using Telemedicine to Provide Education for the Symptomatic Patient with Chronic Respiratory Disease. Life, 11(12), Article 1317. https://doi.org/10.3390/life11121317

Technology-enabled learning, using computers, smartphones, and tablets, to educate patients on their respiratory disease and management has grown over the last decade. This shift has been accelerated by the global COVID-19 pandemic and the need to so... Read More about Using Telemedicine to Provide Education for the Symptomatic Patient with Chronic Respiratory Disease.

Resilience, anxiety and depression in nurses working in respiratory areas during the COVID-19 pandemic (2021)
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Roberts, N. J., McAlooney-Kocaman, K., Welch, L., Ray, E., Lippiett, K., & Kelly, C. (2021). Resilience, anxiety and depression in nurses working in respiratory areas during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thorax, 76(suppl 1), A70

Nurses who work with respiratory patients, have been at the forefront of the pandemic response. Lessons need to be learnt from these nurses’ experiences in order to support these nurses during the existing pandemic and retain and mobilise this skille... Read More about Resilience, anxiety and depression in nurses working in respiratory areas during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Informing future nursing: An exploration of respiratory teaching in the pre-registration nurse curriculum (2021)
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Roberts, N., Welch, L., Kelly, C., & Lippiett, K. (2021). Informing future nursing: An exploration of respiratory teaching in the pre-registration nurse curriculum. Nurse Education in Practice, 57, Article 103254. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nepr.2021.103254

Aim/objective The aim is to examine and map the respiratory skills taught in the pre-registration nursing curriculum (2010). Background Respiratory assessment and care are fundamental clinical skills enabling nurses to treat and care for people... Read More about Informing future nursing: An exploration of respiratory teaching in the pre-registration nurse curriculum.

A negotiation of respiratory risk in the first phase of the Covid-19 pandemic (2021)
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Welch, L., Roberts, N., Lippiett, K., Ray, E., & Kelly, C. (2021). A negotiation of respiratory risk in the first phase of the Covid-19 pandemic. European Respiratory Journal, 58 (65)(suppl 65), Article OA1504. https://doi.org/10.1183/13993003.congress-2021.oa1504

During the initial phase of the Covid-19 pandemic, rapid clinical adaptations were required. Policy and guidance on pandemic infection control were scarce and evidence was developing. Countries published differing guidance on infection control and us... Read More about A negotiation of respiratory risk in the first phase of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Experiences of nurses caring for respiratory patients during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic: an online survey study (2021)
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Roberts, N. J., Kelly, C. A., Lippiett, K. A., Ray, E., & Welch, L. (2021). Experiences of nurses caring for respiratory patients during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic: an online survey study. BMJ Open Respiratory Research, 8(1), Article e000987. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjresp-2021-000987

Background: Nurses have been at the forefront of the pandemic response, involved in extensive coordination of services, screening, vaccination and front-line work in respiratory, emergency and intensive care environments. The nature of this work is o... Read More about Experiences of nurses caring for respiratory patients during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic: an online survey study.

How is the education component of pulmonary rehabilitation delivered in practice––Is it patient‐centred? (2021)
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Roberts, N. J., Kidd, L., Kirkwood, K., Cross, J., & Partridge, M. R. (2021). How is the education component of pulmonary rehabilitation delivered in practice––Is it patient‐centred?. Clinical Respiratory Journal, 15(7), 835-842. https://doi.org/10.1111/crj.13371

Objectives Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) involves a significant component of education, but little has been published on what educational content is covered or how it is delivered. This survey study set out to investigate how PR education is deliver... Read More about How is the education component of pulmonary rehabilitation delivered in practice––Is it patient‐centred?.

Effects of Regular Physical Activity on the Immune System, Vaccination and Risk of Community-Acquired Infectious Disease in the General Population: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (2021)
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Chastin, S. F. M., Abaraogu, U., Bourgois, J. G., Dall, P. M., Darnborough, J., Duncan, E., …Hamer, M. (2021). Effects of Regular Physical Activity on the Immune System, Vaccination and Risk of Community-Acquired Infectious Disease in the General Population: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Sports Medicine, 51(8), 1673-1686. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-021-01466-1

Background Regular physical activity is the prime modality for the prevention of numerous non-communicable diseases and has also been advocated for resilience against COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. However, there is currently no systematic... Read More about Effects of Regular Physical Activity on the Immune System, Vaccination and Risk of Community-Acquired Infectious Disease in the General Population: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Levels of resilience, anxiety and depression in nurses working in respiratory clinical areas during the COVID pandemic (2020)
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Roberts, N., McAloney-Kocaman, K., Lippiett, K., Ray, E., Welch, L., & Kelly, C. (2021). Levels of resilience, anxiety and depression in nurses working in respiratory clinical areas during the COVID pandemic. Respiratory Medicine, 176, Article 106219. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmed.2020.106219

Background The delivery of healthcare during the COVID pandemic has had a significant impact on front line staff. Nurses who work with respiratory patients have been at the forefront of the pandemic response. Lessons can be learnt from these nurses’... Read More about Levels of resilience, anxiety and depression in nurses working in respiratory clinical areas during the COVID pandemic.

What Tools And Resources Do Pulmonary Rehabilitation Teams Use To Deliver Education? (2020)
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Roberts, N. J., Kidd, L., Kirkwood, K., Cross, J., & Partridge., M. (2020). What Tools And Resources Do Pulmonary Rehabilitation Teams Use To Deliver Education?. European Respiratory Journal, 56(suppl 64), Article 898. https://doi.org/10.1183/13993003.congress-2020.898

Background: Suggestions for educational content in pulmonary rehabilitation are detailed in clinical guidelines, however in practice it is unclear; what content is delivered and how. This survey examined the educational content, resources and deliver... Read More about What Tools And Resources Do Pulmonary Rehabilitation Teams Use To Deliver Education?.

What respiratory teaching is currently being delivered to pre-registration nurses in the United Kingdom? (2020)
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Roberts, N. J., Welch, L., Kelly, C., & Lippiett, K. (2020). What respiratory teaching is currently being delivered to pre-registration nurses in the United Kingdom?. European Respiratory Journal, 56(suppl 64), Article 587. https://doi.org/10.1183/13993003.congress-2020.587

The content of respiratory teaching and learning in pre-registration United Kingdom (UK) nursing programmes is unknown. This descriptive study examines taught respiratory skills/knowledge in UK universities. 75 Universities offering pre-registrati... Read More about What respiratory teaching is currently being delivered to pre-registration nurses in the United Kingdom?.

Informal carers and peer support in pulmonary rehabilitation: an underutilized resource? (2020)
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Patel, S., Man, W. D., & Roberts, N. J. (2020). Informal carers and peer support in pulmonary rehabilitation: an underutilized resource?. Current Opinion in Supportive and Palliative Care, 14(3), 213-218. https://doi.org/10.1097/spc.0000000000000517

Purpose of review The aim of this review is to discuss the recent literature relating to the involvement of informal carers and peer support in pulmonary rehabilitation. Recent findings Informal carers and peer support have been identified by... Read More about Informal carers and peer support in pulmonary rehabilitation: an underutilized resource?.

The impacts low emission zones have on improving health and decreasing health inequalities (2019)
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Campbell, T., & Roberts, N. (2019). The impacts low emission zones have on improving health and decreasing health inequalities. Thorax, 74(suppl 2), A171-A172. https://doi.org/10.1136/thorax-2019-btsabstracts2019.292

Background While there has been an increase in low emission zones (LEZ) across Europe, there is poor knowledge base examining the relationship between LEZ’s and their effect on public health. This study was to assess the current research base on the... Read More about The impacts low emission zones have on improving health and decreasing health inequalities.

Investigating changes in parents’ perceptions and attitudes of smoking in the home after a second hand smoke educational intervention in nurseries (2019)
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MacNicol, Y., & Roberts, N. (2019). Investigating changes in parents’ perceptions and attitudes of smoking in the home after a second hand smoke educational intervention in nurseries. Thorax, 74(suppl 2), A115. https://doi.org/10.1136/thorax-2019-btsabstracts2019.190

Exposure to second hand smoke (SHS) has negative consequences in children. There is a strong link between cigarette smoking and socio-economic groups, children from more deprived areas are at a higher risk of exposure to SHS in their home. A previ... Read More about Investigating changes in parents’ perceptions and attitudes of smoking in the home after a second hand smoke educational intervention in nurseries.

Development of an alcohol withdrawal risk stratification tool based on patients referred to an addiction liaison nursing service in Glasgow (2019)
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Benson, G., McPherson, A., McCallum, J., & Roberts, N. (2019). Development of an alcohol withdrawal risk stratification tool based on patients referred to an addiction liaison nursing service in Glasgow. Drugs and Alcohol Today, 19(4), 241-250. https://doi.org/10.1108/dat-02-2019-0009

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop an alcohol withdrawal syndrome risk stratification tool that could support the safe discharge of low risk patients from the emergency department. Design/methodology/approach A retrospective cohort... Read More about Development of an alcohol withdrawal risk stratification tool based on patients referred to an addiction liaison nursing service in Glasgow.

Severe alcohol withdrawal syndrome: review of the literature (2019)
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Benson, G., Roberts, N., McCallum, J., & McPherson, A. (2019). Severe alcohol withdrawal syndrome: review of the literature. Drugs and Alcohol Today, 19(4), 306-315. https://doi.org/10.1108/dat-10-2018-0051

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to identify published literature from a general hospital setting that may highlight variables implicated in the development of severe alcohol withdrawal syndrome (SAWS) in patients who have alcohol dependence syn... Read More about Severe alcohol withdrawal syndrome: review of the literature.

The acceptability of screening for Carbapenemase Producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE): cross-sectional survey of nursing staff and the general publics’ perceptions (2018)
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Currie, K., King, C., McAloney-Kocaman, K., Roberts, N. J., MacDonald, J., Dickson, A., …Price, L. (2018). The acceptability of screening for Carbapenemase Producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE): cross-sectional survey of nursing staff and the general publics’ perceptions. Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control, 7(1), Article 144. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13756-018-0434-x

Background Carbapenemase Producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE) has spread rapidly and presents a growing challenge in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) management internationally. Screening for CPE may involve a rectal swab, there are limited treatment op... Read More about The acceptability of screening for Carbapenemase Producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE): cross-sectional survey of nursing staff and the general publics’ perceptions.

Educational content and style of delivery in pulmonary rehabilitation (PR): a review (2018)
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Roberts, N., Kidd, L., Kirkwood, K., Cross, J., & Partridge, M. (2018). Educational content and style of delivery in pulmonary rehabilitation (PR): a review. Thorax, 73(suppl 4), A6. https://doi.org/10.1136/thorax-2018-212555.12

Background: PR is a core component of COPD management with well recognised benefits. PR aims to equip participants with the right tools to take control of their condition and structured education features as a key approach to this. There is, however,... Read More about Educational content and style of delivery in pulmonary rehabilitation (PR): a review.

P107 Non completers in pulmonary rehabilitation – are they activated? (2018)
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Roberts, N., & McNarry, S. (2018). P107 Non completers in pulmonary rehabilitation – are they activated?. Thorax, 73(suppl 4), A160. https://doi.org/10.1136/thorax-2018-212555.265

Background: Identifying potential participants who do not complete pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) programmes is a continuing problem. This study looked at the usefulness of the Patient Activation Measure tool to predict non-attendance. Methods: A c... Read More about P107 Non completers in pulmonary rehabilitation – are they activated?.

A systematic review of the content and delivery of education in pulmonary rehabilitation programmes (2018)
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Roberts, N., Kidd, L., Kirkwood, K., Cross, J., & Partridge, M. (2018). A systematic review of the content and delivery of education in pulmonary rehabilitation programmes. Respiratory Medicine, 145, 161-181. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmed.2018.11.002

Introduction Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is a core component of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) management with well recognized benefits. While suggestions for educational content within pulmonary rehabilitation have been detailed in... Read More about A systematic review of the content and delivery of education in pulmonary rehabilitation programmes.

Barriers and enablers to meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus admission screening in hospitals: a mixed-methods study (2018)
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Currie, K., King, C., McAloney-Kocaman, K., Roberts, N., MacDonald, J., Dickson, A., …Price, L. (2019). Barriers and enablers to meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus admission screening in hospitals: a mixed-methods study. Journal of Hospital Infection, 101(1), 100-108. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhin.2018.08.006

Background To reduce the risk of transmission of meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), international guidelines recommend admission screening to identify hospital patients at risk of colonization. However, routine monitoring indicates... Read More about Barriers and enablers to meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus admission screening in hospitals: a mixed-methods study.

Melatonin and health: an umbrella review of health outcomes and biological mechanisms of action (2018)
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Posadzki, P. P., Bajpai, R., Kyaw, B. M., Roberts, N. J., Brzezinski, A., Christopoulos, G. I., …Car, J. (2018). Melatonin and health: an umbrella review of health outcomes and biological mechanisms of action. BMC Medicine, 16(1), Article 18. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12916-017-1000-8

Background Our aims were to evaluate critically the evidence from systematic reviews as well as narrative reviews of the effects of melatonin (MLT) on health and to identify the potential mechanisms of action involved. Methods An umbrella review... Read More about Melatonin and health: an umbrella review of health outcomes and biological mechanisms of action.

Reflections on integrated care from those working in and leading integrated respiratory teams (2018)
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Roberts, N. J., Ward, M., Patel, I., Yorke, J., & Partridge, M. R. (2018). Reflections on integrated care from those working in and leading integrated respiratory teams. London Journal of Primary Care, 10(2), 24-30. https://doi.org/10.1080/17571472.2017.1421020

The concept of integrated care has been advocated for many years to address some of the challenges faced by the NHS. This report examines the experiences of respiratory healthcare specialists working in an integrated role. Twelve qualitative telephon... Read More about Reflections on integrated care from those working in and leading integrated respiratory teams.

Measuring patient activation: The utility of the Patient Activation Measure within a UK context—Results from four exemplar studies and potential future applications (2016)
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Roberts, N. J., Kidd, L., Dougall, N., Patel, I. S., McNarry, S., & Nixon, C. (2016). Measuring patient activation: The utility of the Patient Activation Measure within a UK context—Results from four exemplar studies and potential future applications. Patient Education and Counseling, 99(10), 1739-1746. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pec.2016.05.006

Objective Patient activation can be measured using the Patient Activation Measure (PAM) developed by Hibbard et al., however, little is known about the uses of the PAM in research and in practice. This study aims to explore its differing utility in... Read More about Measuring patient activation: The utility of the Patient Activation Measure within a UK context—Results from four exemplar studies and potential future applications.

The diagnosis of COPD in primary care; gender differences and the role of spirometry (2015)
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Roberts, N., Patel, I., & Partridge, M. (2016). The diagnosis of COPD in primary care; gender differences and the role of spirometry. Respiratory Medicine, 111, 60-63. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmed.2015.12.008

Background Females with exacerbations of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease now account for one half of all hospital admissions for that condition and rates have been increasing over the last few decades. Differences in presentations of disease b... Read More about The diagnosis of COPD in primary care; gender differences and the role of spirometry.

Multimodal Secondary Prevention Behavioral Interventions for TIA and Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (2015)
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Lawrence, M., Pringle, J., Kerr, S., Booth, J., Govan, L., & Roberts, N. J. (2015). Multimodal Secondary Prevention Behavioral Interventions for TIA and Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. PLOS ONE, 10(3), Article e0120902. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0120902

Background Guidelines recommend implementation of multimodal interventions to help prevent recurrent TIA/stroke. We undertook a systematic review to assess the effectiveness of behavioral secondary prevention interventions. Strategy Searches wer... Read More about Multimodal Secondary Prevention Behavioral Interventions for TIA and Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

P114 What Skills, Experience And Training Are Need To Work In Integrated Respiratory Specialist Roles And How Can We Roll These Posts Out In The Uk? (2014)
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Roberts, N., Ward, M., Patel, I., Yorke, J., Williams, J., Walters, R., …Edwards, S. (2014). P114 What Skills, Experience And Training Are Need To Work In Integrated Respiratory Specialist Roles And How Can We Roll These Posts Out In The Uk?. Thorax, 69(suppl 2), A127. https://doi.org/10.1136/thoraxjnl-2014-206260.255

Aims There is an increased drive towards healthcare integration in the UK (UK) to adapt to new health care needs. In response to this, new ways of delivering care have been developed such as the provision of integrated respiratory specialists. This p... Read More about P114 What Skills, Experience And Training Are Need To Work In Integrated Respiratory Specialist Roles And How Can We Roll These Posts Out In The Uk?.

P34 What Is Integrated Care And What Is The Value Of An Integrated Respiratory Specialist? (2014)
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Roberts, N., Ward, M., Patel, I., Yorke, J., Williams, J., Walters, R., …Edwards, S. (2014). P34 What Is Integrated Care And What Is The Value Of An Integrated Respiratory Specialist?. Thorax, 69(suppl 2), A92. https://doi.org/10.1136/thoraxjnl-2014-206260.184

Aim The way we deliver healthcare in the UK is changing, joining up care between the different health sectors has created a new field of “integrated care”. Recent publications from the Kings Fund, Nuffield Trust and National Voices has shown that it... Read More about P34 What Is Integrated Care And What Is The Value Of An Integrated Respiratory Specialist?.

A review of halotherapy for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (2014)
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Rashleigh, R., Smith, S., & Roberts, N. (2014). A review of halotherapy for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. International Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, 9(1), 239-246. https://doi.org/10.2147/copd.s57511

Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic, progressive disease and is treated with inhaled medication to optimize the patient's lung health through decreasing their symptoms, especially breathlessness. Halotherapy is the i... Read More about A review of halotherapy for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Behavioral Interventions Associated with Smoking Cessation in the Treatment of Tobacco Use (2013)
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Roberts, N. J., Kerr, S. M., & Smith, S. M. (2013). Behavioral Interventions Associated with Smoking Cessation in the Treatment of Tobacco Use. Health Services Insights, 6, https://doi.org/10.4137/hsi.s11092

Tobacco smoke is the leading cause of preventable premature death worldwide. While the majority of smokers would like to stop, the habitual and addictive nature of smoking makes cessation difficult. Clinical guidelines suggest that smoking cessation... Read More about Behavioral Interventions Associated with Smoking Cessation in the Treatment of Tobacco Use.

Time trends in 30 day case-fatality following hospitalisation for asthma in adults in Scotland: A retrospective cohort study from 1981 to 2009 (2013)
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Roberts, N. J., Lewsey, J. D., Gillies, M., Briggs, A. H., Belozeroff, V., Globe, D. R., …Globe, G. (2013). Time trends in 30 day case-fatality following hospitalisation for asthma in adults in Scotland: A retrospective cohort study from 1981 to 2009. Respiratory Medicine, 107(8), 1172-1177. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmed.2013.04.004

Background The risk of case-fatality following hospitalisation for asthma has not been well characterised. We describe trends in 30 day case-fatality following hospitalisation for asthma in adults in Scotland from 1981 to 2009. Methods Using the S... Read More about Time trends in 30 day case-fatality following hospitalisation for asthma in adults in Scotland: A retrospective cohort study from 1981 to 2009.

Barriers to the implementation of self management support in long term lung conditions (2013)
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Roberts, N. J., Younis, I., Kidd, L., & Partridge, M. R. (2013). Barriers to the implementation of self management support in long term lung conditions. London Journal of Primary Care, 5(1), 35-47. https://doi.org/10.1080/17571472.2013.11493370

Background: Self-management improves outcomes in asthma and COPD and is strongly recommended in national and international guidelines; however implementation of the guidelines such as use of written action plans in practice is often poor. Setting:... Read More about Barriers to the implementation of self management support in long term lung conditions.

P32 Does Disease Severity Affect Patient Activation Scores in COPD? (2012)
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Roberts, N., Patel, I., Kidd, L., Lawrence, M., & Booth, J. (2012). P32 Does Disease Severity Affect Patient Activation Scores in COPD?. Thorax, 67(suppl 2), A77. https://doi.org/10.1136/thoraxjnl-2012-202678.173

Background As part of the NHS Plan patients are encouraged to manage their own health. Healthcare professionals have a responsibility to ensure that patients have the right tools and education to self-manage their conditions. Hibbard et al have devel... Read More about P32 Does Disease Severity Affect Patient Activation Scores in COPD?.

P219 Gender Differences in GP Suggested Diagnosis For COPD in Primary Care (2012)
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Roberts, N., Patel, I., & Partridge, M. (2012). P219 Gender Differences in GP Suggested Diagnosis For COPD in Primary Care. Thorax, 67(suppl 2), A160. https://doi.org/10.1136/thoraxjnl-2012-202678.280

Background Mosca et al has shown that clinicians fail to recognise cardiovascular risk in women (1). We have explored whether the same applies to COPD. Methods Gender, demographics and symptoms were examined for patients referred by a GP to a comm... Read More about P219 Gender Differences in GP Suggested Diagnosis For COPD in Primary Care.

Nurse led versus lay educators support for those with asthma in primary care: a costing study (2012)
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Roberts, N. J., Boyd, K. A., Briggs, A. H., Caress, A. L., & Partridge, M. R. (2012). Nurse led versus lay educators support for those with asthma in primary care: a costing study. BMC Pulmonary Medicine, 12(1), Article 52. https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2466-12-52

Background Regular review and support for asthma self-management is promoted in guidelines. A randomised controlled trial suggested that unscheduled health care usage was similar when patients were offered self management support by a lay-trainer or... Read More about Nurse led versus lay educators support for those with asthma in primary care: a costing study.

Preclinic telephone consultations: an observational cohort study (2012)
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O'Byrne, L., Roberts, N., & Partridge, M. (2012). Preclinic telephone consultations: an observational cohort study. Clinical Medicine, 12(2), 140-145. https://doi.org/10.7861/clinmedicine.12-2-140

Patients referred to secondary care for specialist respiratory review frequently undergo multiple hospital attendances for investigations and consultations. This study evaluated the potential of a preclinic telephone consultation and subsequent coord... Read More about Preclinic telephone consultations: an observational cohort study.

A centralised respiratory diagnostic service for primary care: a 4-year audit (2012)
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Starren, E. S., Roberts, N. J., Tahir, M., O'Byrne, L., Haffenden, R., Patel, I. S., & Partridge, M. R. (2012). A centralised respiratory diagnostic service for primary care: a 4-year audit. Primary Care Respiratory Journal, 21(2), 180-186. https://doi.org/10.4104/pcrj.2012.00013

Background: The literature shows that delayed or erroneous diagnosis of respiratory conditions may be common in primary care due to underuse of spirometry or poor spirometric technique. The Community Respiratory Assessment Unit (CRAU) was establishe... Read More about A centralised respiratory diagnostic service for primary care: a 4-year audit.

Why is spirometry underused in the diagnosis of the breathless patient: a qualitative study (2011)
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Roberts, N. J., Smith, S. F., & Partridge, M. R. (2011). Why is spirometry underused in the diagnosis of the breathless patient: a qualitative study. BMC Pulmonary Medicine, 11(1), Article 37. https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2466-11-37

Background Use of spirometry is essential for the accurate diagnosis of respiratory disease but it is underused in both primary and specialist care. In the current study, we have explored the reasons for this underuse. Methods Five separate focu... Read More about Why is spirometry underused in the diagnosis of the breathless patient: a qualitative study.

Evaluation of a paper and electronic pictorial COPD action plan (2011)
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Roberts, N., & Partridge, M. (2011). Evaluation of a paper and electronic pictorial COPD action plan. Chronic Respiratory Disease, 8(1), 31-40. https://doi.org/10.1177/1479972310382245

Personalised written action plans are increasingly regarded as an important component of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) self-management support and yet they may not be understood by those with limited literacy skills. This study was des... Read More about Evaluation of a paper and electronic pictorial COPD action plan.

P229 Choose and book: not a patient-centred service? (2010)
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O'Byrne, L., Roberts, N., & Partridge, M. R. (2010). P229 Choose and book: not a patient-centred service?. Thorax, 65(suppl 4), A173. https://doi.org/10.1136/thx.2010.151068.30

Introduction As part of another study we monitored Choose and Book (C&B) referrals attending our respiratory clinic and asked their views on their referral process. High non-attendance and limited patient choice with the C&B system has previously bee... Read More about P229 Choose and book: not a patient-centred service?.

S10 Is it cost-effective to replace nurses with lay asthma educators in primary care? (2010)
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Roberts, N. J., Boyd, K., Briggs, A., Caress, A. L., & Partridge, M. R. (2010). S10 Is it cost-effective to replace nurses with lay asthma educators in primary care?. Thorax, 65(suppl 4), A8. https://doi.org/10.1136/thx.2010.150912.10

Introduction: Regular review of those with asthma and support for self-management is promoted in guidelines and encouraged by the Quality Outcomes Framework. Reasons for non-implementation include lack of time and training. A large randomised control... Read More about S10 Is it cost-effective to replace nurses with lay asthma educators in primary care?.

S12 Pre-clinic telephone consultations: a costing study (2010)
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O'Byrne, L., Roberts, N. J., Boyd, K., Briggs, A., & Partridge, M. R. (2010). S12 Pre-clinic telephone consultations: a costing study. Thorax, 65(suppl 4), A8-A9. https://doi.org/10.1136/thx.2010.150912.12

Study of the taking of a patients’ history by telephone prior to clinic attendance and co-ordinating investigations for new respiratory patients showed a reduction in hospital attendances with no detrimental impact on patients (ERS 2010). Health serv... Read More about S12 Pre-clinic telephone consultations: a costing study.

S54 Characterising sarcoidosis using a web-based registry: a pilot study (2010)
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Coker, R. K., Wang, C., Sepahzad, A., Roberts, N. J., & Partridge, M. R. (2010). S54 Characterising sarcoidosis using a web-based registry: a pilot study. Thorax, 65(suppl 4), A26-A27. https://doi.org/10.1136/thx.2010.150938.5

Introduction and Objectives: Sarcoidosis is a chronic multisystem disorder of unknown cause. Demographic and phenotypic characteristics have not been comprehensively studied in Britain. Extrapolation from a North American population (ACCESS) may not... Read More about S54 Characterising sarcoidosis using a web-based registry: a pilot study.

Are evaluated respiratory service developments implemented into clinical practice? (2010)
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Roberts, N. J., Glasser, M., & Partridge, M. R. (2010). Are evaluated respiratory service developments implemented into clinical practice?. BMJ Quality & Safety, 19(5), 383-386. https://doi.org/10.1136/qshc.2008.028969

Introduction: Evaluation of the way in which respiratory care is delivered is increasingly recognised to be an important area for research. When service developments are reported, it is not always clear whether they are subsequently implemented withi... Read More about Are evaluated respiratory service developments implemented into clinical practice?.

Smoothing the passage of patients from primary care to specialist respiratory opinion (2010)
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O'Byrne, L., Darlow, C., Roberts, N., Wilson, G., & Partridge, M. R. (2010). Smoothing the passage of patients from primary care to specialist respiratory opinion. Primary Care Respiratory Journal, 19(3), 248-253. https://doi.org/10.4104/pcrj.2010.00028

Aims: To assess whether information in general practitioner (GP) referral letters provides a basis for selection of diagnostic tests in patients referred for specialist respiratory advice. Methods: We undertook a prospective study within a respi... Read More about Smoothing the passage of patients from primary care to specialist respiratory opinion.

Impact of a Community Respiratory Assessment Service on evidence based prescribing in primary care (2009)
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Patel, I., Milestone, H., Dawson, S., Killeen, L., Bertenshaw, K., Haffenden, R., … Partridge, M. (2009). Impact of a Community Respiratory Assessment Service on evidence based prescribing in primary care. Thorax, 64(Suppl 4), P46

Introduction: The Community Respiratory Assessment Unit (CRAU) in Hammersmith and Fulham provides open-access nurse-led spirometry and evidence-based disease management support to primary care. Methods: The primary care records of 100 patients ref... Read More about Impact of a Community Respiratory Assessment Service on evidence based prescribing in primary care.

Does the sheer prevalence of lung diseases such as asthma and COPD lead to the overlooking of restrictive pulmonary defects? (2009)
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Tahir, M., O’Byrne, L., Starren, E., Roberts, N. J., Haffenden, R., Patel, I., & Partridge, M. (2009). Does the sheer prevalence of lung diseases such as asthma and COPD lead to the overlooking of restrictive pulmonary defects?. Thorax, 64(suppl 4), A90

Introduction: Use of spirometry enhances diagnostic accuracy. This report concerns one aspect of evaluation of the first 3.5 years of a community respiratory assessment unit. Methods Referral forms, nurses’ records and results of investigations of pa... Read More about Does the sheer prevalence of lung diseases such as asthma and COPD lead to the overlooking of restrictive pulmonary defects?.

Respiratory trainees’ views about implementing e-learning into postgraduate training? (2009)
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Roberts, N. J., Smith, S. F., & Partridge, M. R. (2009). Respiratory trainees’ views about implementing e-learning into postgraduate training?. Thorax, 65(suppl 4), A159-A166

Background: We have previously shown good acceptance of e-learning by undergraduates but more guarded acceptance by those in the first 3–4 years after graduation. This study specifically investigates respiratory SpRs’ views about implementing e-learn... Read More about Respiratory trainees’ views about implementing e-learning into postgraduate training?.

Self management in asthma and COPD? (2009)
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Roberts, N. J., Younis, I., & Partridge, M. R. (2009). Self management in asthma and COPD?. Thorax, 64(suppl 4), A206

Background: Self-management (SM) improves outcome in long-term conditions. SM is strongly recommended in asthma guidelines. In chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) the evidence in favour is increasing. Use is poorly implemented in asthma with... Read More about Self management in asthma and COPD?.

Barriers to healthcare professionals encouraging self management in asthma and COPD (2009)
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Younis, I., Roberts, N. J., & Partridge, M. (2009). Barriers to healthcare professionals encouraging self management in asthma and COPD. Thorax, 64(Suppl 4), A90

Background: In general, non-implementation of guidelines reflects poor dissemination, healthcare professionals (HCPs) not believing recommendations, HCPs doubting their ability to deliver recommendations or HCPs making changes then resuming old habit... Read More about Barriers to healthcare professionals encouraging self management in asthma and COPD.

Development of an electronic pictorial asthma action plan and its use in primary care (2009)
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Roberts, N. J., Evans, G., Blenkhorn, P., & Partridge, M. R. (2010). Development of an electronic pictorial asthma action plan and its use in primary care. Patient Education and Counseling, 80(1), 141-146. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pec.2009.09.040

Objective Self-management education and the issuing of a written action plan improve outcomes for asthma. Many do not receive a plan and some cannot use the written word. We have developed an electronic pictorial asthma action plan (E-PAAP). Meth... Read More about Development of an electronic pictorial asthma action plan and its use in primary care.

Delivery of Asthma and Allergy Care in Europe (2009)
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Roberts, N., Papageorgiou, P., & Partridge, M. R. (2009). Delivery of Asthma and Allergy Care in Europe. Journal of Asthma, 46(8), 767-772. https://doi.org/10.1080/02770900903225378

Background. There is no comprehensive information available concerning the way in which care is provided for those with allergic conditions in Europe. Objective. To determine who cares for those with asthma, allergic dermatitis, and rhinitis in Europ... Read More about Delivery of Asthma and Allergy Care in Europe.

Health literacy in COPD (2008)
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Roberts, N., Ghiassi, R., & Partridge, M. (2008). Health literacy in COPD. International Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, 3(4), 499-507. https://doi.org/10.2147/copd.s1088

If patients are to participate fully in their care and in the management of a long term condition such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, good communication is essential. However, not all patients are able to use the written word and we need t... Read More about Health literacy in COPD.

What influences trainees involvement with e-learning in respiratory medicine (2008)
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Roberts, N. J., Smith, S. F., & Partridge, M. R. (2008). What influences trainees involvement with e-learning in respiratory medicine. Thorax, 63(suppl 7), S7

Background: Although respiratory e-learning has been shown to be as good as traditional methods at facilitating knowledge transfer in medical undergraduates, it is not always their preferred choice of teaching method.1 Among postgraduate respiratory... Read More about What influences trainees involvement with e-learning in respiratory medicine.

Living with obstructive sleep apnoea: a patient perspective (2008)
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Roberts, N. J., Ghiassi, R., Cummin, A., & Partridge, M. (2008). Living with obstructive sleep apnoea: a patient perspective. Thorax, 63(suppl 7), P201

Background: The number of patients being referred to sleep services with suspected obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS) is increasing. The recent NICE recommendations should promote prompt diagnosis and increased use of continuous positive airway... Read More about Living with obstructive sleep apnoea: a patient perspective.

Nebulisers or spacers for the administration of bronchodilators to those with asthma attending emergency departments? (2008)
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Mason, N., Roberts, N., Yard, N., & Partridge, M. R. (2008). Nebulisers or spacers for the administration of bronchodilators to those with asthma attending emergency departments?. Respiratory Medicine, 102(7), 993-998. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmed.2008.02.009

Background Systematic reviews and national guidelines conclude that the nebulised route of administration of bronchodilators has no advantage over the use of a spacer in moderately severe exacerbations of asthma. Whether this recommendation is imple... Read More about Nebulisers or spacers for the administration of bronchodilators to those with asthma attending emergency departments?.

Potential advantages of an initial telephone consultation in those referred for a specialist respiratory opinion (2007)
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Darlow, C., Roberts, N. J., Wilson, G., & Partridge, M. (2007). Potential advantages of an initial telephone consultation in those referred for a specialist respiratory opinion. Thorax, 62(suppl 3), A52

Background: Telephone consultations have been shown to be an efficient method of following up over 30% of respiratory outpatients. An initial telephone conversation with new patients has the potential to permit better selection and timing of investig... Read More about Potential advantages of an initial telephone consultation in those referred for a specialist respiratory opinion.

Comprehension of pictorial asthma action plans by Somalis and Malaysians (2007)
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Roberts, N. J., Wong, P., Mohamed, . Z., Lo-Cher, R., Johnson, M., & Partridge, M. (2007). Comprehension of pictorial asthma action plans by Somalis and Malaysians. Thorax, 62(suppl 3), A52

Background: Self-management education including receipt of a written asthma action plan improves outcomes for those with asthma but not everyone can use the written word. We devised a set of pictorial representations of each of the components of a ty... Read More about Comprehension of pictorial asthma action plans by Somalis and Malaysians.

Comparison of a web-based package with tutor-based methods of teaching respiratory medicine: subjective and objective evaluations (2007)
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Smith, S. F., Roberts, N. J., & Partridge, M. R. (2007). Comparison of a web-based package with tutor-based methods of teaching respiratory medicine: subjective and objective evaluations. BMC Medical Education, 7(1), Article 41. https://doi.org/10.1186/1472-6920-7-41

Background Respiratory disease is a major cause of morbidity and mortality not only in the United Kingdom, but globally. A good understanding of respiratory disease and its treatment is essential for all medical graduates. As a result of changes in... Read More about Comparison of a web-based package with tutor-based methods of teaching respiratory medicine: subjective and objective evaluations.

How much of a primary care nurse's time is spent on those with respiratory disease? A pilot study (2007)
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Blake, D., Roberts, N. J., & Partridge, M. R. (2007). How much of a primary care nurse's time is spent on those with respiratory disease? A pilot study. Primary Care Respiratory Journal, 16(5), 319-320. https://doi.org/10.3132/pcrj.2007.00061

A pilot study was undertaken to assess the respiratory component of primary care nurses' working time. 13 nurses were interviewed and 10 completed a diary during one working week. The nurses spent a mean 6.6% of their time caring for those with respi... Read More about How much of a primary care nurse's time is spent on those with respiratory disease? A pilot study.

Does the use of a glossary aid patient understanding of the letters sent to their general practitioner? (2007)
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Brown, C. E., Roberts, N. J., & Partridge, M. R. (2007). Does the use of a glossary aid patient understanding of the letters sent to their general practitioner?. Clinical Medicine, 7(5), 457-460. https://doi.org/10.7861/clinmedicine.7-5-457

The NHS Plan suggests that all patients should be offered copies of letters regarding their treatment which are currently sent from a specialist clinic to their general practitioner (GP). Previous work has suggested that this enhances patient satisfa... Read More about Does the use of a glossary aid patient understanding of the letters sent to their general practitioner?.

A nurse led intermediate care package in patients who have been hospitalised with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (2007)
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Sridhar, M., Taylor, R., Dawson, S., Roberts, N. J., & Partridge, M. R. (2008). A nurse led intermediate care package in patients who have been hospitalised with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Thorax, 63(3), 194-200. https://doi.org/10.1136/thx.2007.077578

Objectives: To determine the effects of a nurse led intermediate care programme in patients who have been hospitalised with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD). Design: Randomised controlled trial. Setting: C... Read More about A nurse led intermediate care package in patients who have been hospitalised with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Why do patients decline to take part in a research project involving pulmonary rehabilitation? (2007)
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Taylor, R., Dawson, S., Roberts, N., Sridhar, M., & Partridge, M. R. (2007). Why do patients decline to take part in a research project involving pulmonary rehabilitation?. Respiratory Medicine, 101(9), 1942-1946. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmed.2007.04.012

Background It is important that those taking part in research trials are as representative as possible of those with the disease being studied. In a study of those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease involving pulmonary rehabilitation, 120 of... Read More about Why do patients decline to take part in a research project involving pulmonary rehabilitation?.

Telephone consultations in secondary care (2007)
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Roberts, N. J., & Partridge, M. R. (2007). Telephone consultations in secondary care. Respiratory Medicine, 101(8), 1665-1669. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmed.2007.03.003

Objective To determine the role of telephone consultations in respiratory medicine. Design An observational study. Setting Respiratory outpatients department in an inner London teaching hospital. Participants Five-hundred sequential patients a... Read More about Telephone consultations in secondary care.

The effect of telephone reminders on attendance in respiratory outpatient clinics (2007)
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Roberts, N., Meade, K., & Partridge, M. (2007). The effect of telephone reminders on attendance in respiratory outpatient clinics. Journal of Health Services Research and Policy, 12(2), 69-72. https://doi.org/10.1258/135581907780279567

Introduction: Patient non-attendance is an area of concern for all health care providers. A randomized controlled trial was undertaken to investigate whether reminder telephone calls improved attendance at respiratory outpatient clinics in the Englis... Read More about The effect of telephone reminders on attendance in respiratory outpatient clinics.

Computer assisted learning (CAL) is a useful tool to teach final year medical undergraduates the principles of spirometry (2005)
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Roberts, N. J., Smith, S. F., Brenton, H., & Partridge, M. R. (2005). Computer assisted learning (CAL) is a useful tool to teach final year medical undergraduates the principles of spirometry. Thorax, 60(suppl_2),

Previous studies from this department have shown that final year undergraduate medical students have only a limited capacity to interpret spirometry and a poor understanding of its use as a diagnostic tool.1 One hundred and thirty seven final year st... Read More about Computer assisted learning (CAL) is a useful tool to teach final year medical undergraduates the principles of spirometry.

Do medical outpatients want 'out of hours' clinics? (2005)
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Feeney, C., Roberts, N. J., & Partridge, M. R. (2005). Do medical outpatients want 'out of hours' clinics?. BMC Health Services Research, 5, Article 47. https://doi.org/10.1186/1472-6963-5-47

Background Patient choice is a major theme in current healthcare delivery. Little is known about patients' wishes regarding the timing of medical outpatient clinics. Methods A questionnaire survey of 300 sequential patients attending cardiac and... Read More about Do medical outpatients want 'out of hours' clinics?.