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Showing 1 to 20 of 115 for “"non-pharmacological"”.
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Gait Disorders in Parkinson's disease: pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches
… features of Parkinson s disease (PD). Many pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies have been proposed to improve gait in PD patients. Adequate and timely recognition of balance and gait disorders is important to identify patients at risk of falling. The timed up and go test (TUG) …
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Accessible and effective non-pharmacological care for persons with systemic sclerosis
Contains fulltext : 289587.pdf (Publisher’s version ) (Open Access)
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Targeting Cognitive Impairment in Parkinson’s Disease: Novel Pharmacological and Non- Pharmacological Approaches
… is primarily characterised as a motor disorder, non-motor symptoms represent a significant burden to the PD population. These symptoms include anxiety, depression, fatigue and cognitive impairment (CI), with CI representing the single biggest predictor of quality of life, mortality and caregiver …
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Pharmacological and Non-pharmacological Prevention of Fentanyl-Induced Cough : A meta-analysis
… This meta-analysis assessed the efficacy of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to reduce the incidence of FIC. We searched for randomized controlled trials comparing the pharmacological or nonpharmacological interventions with the controls to prevent FIC; we included 28 …
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Insomnia symptoms in elderly persons - assessment, associated factors and non-pharmacological nursing interventions
… in terms of associated factors and evidence of non-pharmacological interventions in healthcare settings. Data were collected by means of a systematic literature search (Study I), questionnaires (Studies II-III), interviews and observations (Study IV). The results from Study I are based on nine …
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Assessing the cost-effectiveness of non-pharmacological therapies for dementia in the community
… This thesis explores the cost-effectiveness of non-pharmacological therapies (NPTs) for people living with dementia (P LwD). NPTs aim to reduce symptoms and improve cognitive function or quality of life, alongside pharmacological therapies. However, their economic value remains unclear. Aims The …
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The development of a non-pharmacological intervention for delirium management in critically ill patients
… mortality and morbidity. Multicomponent non-pharmacological interventions are beneficial in the prevention and treatment of delirium in older hospitalised patients however, there is a lack of evidence for their efficacy in critically ill patients. The studies in this thesis investigate …
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EXERCISE AND NON-PHARMACOLOGICAL INTERVENTIONS TO IMPROVE METABOLIC HEALTH AND WELL-BEING IN CHRONIC CONDITIONS
… sport-based physical activity; and b) a non-exercising group, performing as control. Depression and anxiety levels were assessed using the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) and the PROMIS Anxiety Short Form, respectively. Additionally, insomnia and perceived stress were evaluated using the …
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Non-Pharmacological Approaches for Pain Management in Sickle Cell Disease: Development of a Mindfulness-Based Intervention
… regarding the feasibility and efficacy of non-pharmacological approaches for pain in persons with SCD, finding an average effect size of .33 on pain reduction across measurable non-pharmacological studies. Second, a prospective study on persons with SCD that received care for a …
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Analysis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: Pharmacological and Non-Pharmacological Treatment Options
… conventional and unconventional, as well as, pharmacological or medication-based and non-pharmacological ones such as behavior therapy and brain balance programs. This thesis examines all these elements, combining information from diverse sources, to provide a comprehensive outlook on ASD and …
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Osteoarthritis in women living in Cape Town: prevalence, characteristics, and the effects of a non-pharmacological intervention
… to be able to plan and implement effective nonpharmacological management strategies to address the multidimensional health problem. To inform the development and implementation of a contextually relevant non-pharmacological intervention for women with osteoarthritis at primary health care …
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Comparative effectiveness of non-pharmacological interventions for preventing cognitive decline in older adults: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
… become a major public health priority. Multiple non-pharmacologic strategies have been proposed to preserve cognitive function, yet their comparative effectiveness remains uncertain. This study conducted a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials evaluating …
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The Nurses' Experience Using Non-pharmacological Interventions for Persons Living with Dementia in Rural Long-Term Care Facilities in Saskatchewan
… have diagnoses of dementia. Evidence recommends nonpharmacological interventions (NPIs) as the first line of defense to treat RB, yet indicates it is not always being used. Nurses working in LTCF have direct impact on decisions of care, including interventions for RB. Minimal research exists …
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A mixed methods exploration into the management of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia in care homes: care approaches, strategies and psychotropic medications
… reduction in their use for people with dementia. Non-pharmacological interventions have been recommended as safer alternatives. The aim of this study was to explore the strategies used in care homes to manage behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. The study used a mixed methods, …
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An investigation into the nature and prevalence of musculoskeletal conditions among women attending a community clinic, and the effectiveness of an intervention programme for these patients
… document the process of developing and testing a non-pharmacological biopsychosocial intervention programme which included exercise and health education for women with musculoskeletal conditions attending a clinic in a poorly resourced area of the Free State Province in South Africa. To inform the …
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Depression in Epilepsy
… treatment of depression in epilepsy using both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods. Despite this research, there are still gaps in the knowledge base of this association. The literature on depression in epilepsy has not been reviewed and summarized. Screening tools for identifying …
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A Novel Psychotropic Risk Assessment To Enhance Medical Management Of Patients With Behavioral And Psychological Symptoms Of Dementia
… warnings (CMS, 2013). Expert consensus calls for non-pharmacological strategies as the first line treatment, yet some patients with BPSD may require a combination of non-pharmacological interventions and pharmacological treatments for symptom reduction (AGS, 2011). The relief of debilitating …
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The relationship between art and wellbeing in individuals living with dementia
… thesis outlines the history of the rise of the non-pharmacological intervention movement over the last twenty years and profiles the work of influential figures who have promoted a person-centred approach to dementia care.
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The experiences of health committes of community participation in health information campaigns during the COVID-19 pandemic
… to facilitate knowledge translation about non-pharmacological prevention behaviours in the fight against the pandemic. It was not clear what benefit health information delivered in this way would have on the agency of bodies such as health committees, in taking ownership of advocating for …
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