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Paramedic delivery of bad news: A novel dilemma during the COVID-19 crisis (2020)
Journal Article

As a result of the COVID-19 global pandemic, paramedics in the UK face unprecedented challenges in the care of acutely unwell patients and their family members. This article will describe and discuss a new ethical dilemma faced by clinicians in the o... Read More about Paramedic delivery of bad news: A novel dilemma during the COVID-19 crisis.

Referrals from community optometrists to the hospital eye service in England (2020)
Journal Article

Purpose: In the UK, most referrals to the hospital eye service (HES) originate from community optometrists (CO). This audit investigates the quality of referrals, replies, and communication between CO and the HES. Methods: Optometric referrals and re... Read More about Referrals from community optometrists to the hospital eye service in England.

A randomized controlled trial on the comparative effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and health qigong-based cognitive therapy among Chinese people with depression and anxiety disorders (2020)
Journal Article

Background: The goal of this study was to investigate treatment outcome and related intervention processes of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy versus health qigong-based cognitive therapy versus waitlist control among individuals with mood disorde... Read More about A randomized controlled trial on the comparative effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and health qigong-based cognitive therapy among Chinese people with depression and anxiety disorders.

Patients' and health professionals' perceptions of the LoDED (limit of detection and ECG discharge) strategy for low-risk chest pain management: A qualitative study (2020)
Journal Article

Background: Rapid discharge strategies for patients with low-risk chest pain using high-sensitivity troponin assays have been extensively evaluated. The adherence to, and acceptability of such strategies, has largely been explored using quantitative... Read More about Patients' and health professionals' perceptions of the LoDED (limit of detection and ECG discharge) strategy for low-risk chest pain management: A qualitative study.

Developmentalism and the genocide–ecocide nexus (2020)
Journal Article

This article seeks to contribute to an emerging “ecological turn” in genocide studies that places the material “extra-human environment” at the core of the biological and cultural integrity of social groups such as indigenous peoples and territoriall... Read More about Developmentalism and the genocide–ecocide nexus.

Retrospective cohort study of admission timing and mortality following COVID-19 infection in England (2020)
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Objectives We investigated whether the timing of hospital admission is associated with the risk of mortality for patients with COVID-19 in England, and the factors associated with a longer interval between symptom onset and hospital admission.

Des... Read More about Retrospective cohort study of admission timing and mortality following COVID-19 infection in England.

Living risk prediction algorithm (QCOVID) for risk of hospital admission and mortality from coronavirus 19 in adults: National derivation and validation cohort study (2020)
Journal Article

Objective To derive and validate a risk prediction algorithm to estimate hospital admission and mortality outcomes from coronavirus disease 2019 (covid-19) in adults.

Design: Population based cohort study.

Setting and participants: QResearch da... Read More about Living risk prediction algorithm (QCOVID) for risk of hospital admission and mortality from coronavirus 19 in adults: National derivation and validation cohort study.

Provision of supportive care (2020)
Journal Article

This article discusses the development of the interpersonal skills required to support women during labour, which are integral to midwifery practice

'It's just a different dimension': Music therapists' experiences of hearing loss (2020)
Journal Article

This study explores the lived experiences of qualified music therapists who identify as having hearing loss. The risk of hearing loss for professional musicians is widely acknowledged in literature, with one study demonstrating an increased risk of h... Read More about 'It's just a different dimension': Music therapists' experiences of hearing loss.

Life satisfaction of 511 elderly Chinese stroke survivors: moderating roles of social functioning and depression in a quality of life model (2020)
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Objective: Using a published quality of life model, to investigate the moderating roles played by social functioning and post-stroke depression in buffering the relationship between physical functioning and life satisfaction among elderly Chinese str... Read More about Life satisfaction of 511 elderly Chinese stroke survivors: moderating roles of social functioning and depression in a quality of life model.

Effects of rhythmic auditory stimulation on upper-limb movement speed in patients with schizophrenia spectrum disorders (2020)
Journal Article

Movement slowness, linked to dysfunctional basal ganglia and cerebellum, is prevalent but lacks effective therapy in patients with schizophrenia spectrum disorders. This study was to examine immediate effects of rhythmic auditory stimulation (RAS) on... Read More about Effects of rhythmic auditory stimulation on upper-limb movement speed in patients with schizophrenia spectrum disorders.

Research roundup: September 2020 (2020)
Journal Article

In this section, a range of brief synopses of recently published articles that may be of interest to health visitors is presented. The aim of this roundup is to give an overview, rather than a detailed summary, of the research papers selected. Should... Read More about Research roundup: September 2020.

Is it time for a more holistic assessment of labour progress? (2020)
Journal Article

It's important that vaginal examinations are undertaken only when there is a clear clinical indication rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach

Qualitative findings from a systematic review: Visual arts engagement for adults with mental health conditions (2020)
Journal Article

This article reports on an investigation of the effects of ‘visual arts’-based programmes on subjective well-being (SWB) outcomes for adults with mental health conditions. In a systematic review, electronic databases were searched for articles publis... Read More about Qualitative findings from a systematic review: Visual arts engagement for adults with mental health conditions.

Protocol for take-home naloxone In multicentre emergency (TIME) settings: Feasibility study (2020)
Journal Article

Background: Opioids, such as heroin, kill more people worldwide by overdose than any other type of drug, and death rates associated with opioid poisoning in the UK are at record levels (World Drug Report 2018 [Internet]. [cited 2019 Nov 19]. Availabl... Read More about Protocol for take-home naloxone In multicentre emergency (TIME) settings: Feasibility study.

Music Therapy: A Different Way to Help (2020)
Journal Article

Music therapy can be a fulfilling profession for any musician looking to make a significant impact in the community. Violinist and music therapist Joy Gravestock outlines the routes to this rewarding career and describes a typical day in the field... Read More about Music Therapy: A Different Way to Help.

Fibromyalgia self‐management: Mapping the behaviour change techniques used in a practice‐based programme (2020)
Journal Article

Background: Fibromyalgia (FM) is a complex long-term condition associated with pain, fatigue and concentration difficulties. There is limited robust evidence for the effectiveness of pharmacological treatments for FM, with current guidelines recommen... Read More about Fibromyalgia self‐management: Mapping the behaviour change techniques used in a practice‐based programme.

Updated framework on quality and safety in emergency medicine (2020)
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Objectives Quality and safety of emergency care is critical. Patients rely on emergency medicine (EM) for accessible, timely and high-quality care in addition to providing a ‘safety-net’ function. Demand is increasing, creating resource challenges in... Read More about Updated framework on quality and safety in emergency medicine.

Limit of detection of troponin discharge strategy versus usual care: Randomised controlled trial (2020)
Journal Article

Introduction The clinical effectiveness of a a € rule-out' acute coronary syndrome (ACS) strategy for emergency department patients with chest pain, incorporating a single undetectable high-sensitivity cardiac troponin (hs-cTn) taken at presentation,... Read More about Limit of detection of troponin discharge strategy versus usual care: Randomised controlled trial.

Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on mental health and quality of life among local residents in Liaoning Province, China: A cross-sectional study (2020)
Journal Article

Our study aimed to investigate the immediate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health and quality of life among local Chinese residents aged ≥18 years in Liaoning Province, mainland China. An online survey was distributed through a social med... Read More about Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on mental health and quality of life among local residents in Liaoning Province, China: A cross-sectional study.