• 제목/요약/키워드: Patient well-being

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주의력결핍 과잉행동장애와 수면 문제 (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Sleep Problems)

  • 박은진
    • 수면정신생리
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    • 제18권1호
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    • pp.10-16
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    • 2011
  • There has been a growing interest in sleep problems associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In this paper, we reviewed the current literature on the underlying sleep problems associated with ADHD. Sleep problems are very common in children with ADHD. Patients with ADHD may have sleep difficulties including difficulty falling asleep, frequent night awakening, increased tiredness upon waking. Children with ADHD are associated to restless legs syndrome, periodic limb movement and sleep-disordered breathing. Screening for other psychiatric comorbidities and the side effects of medications, such as psychostimulants, is also necessary when considering sleep problems in ADHD. Sleep problems can cause a negative impact on the quality of life and emotional well-being both of children with ADHD and their parents. Many evidences suggest that assessment of sleep difficulties should be included in evaluating the patient of ADHD.

발기 부전증 환자의 치료에 성상신경절 차단 1예 보고 (Stellate Ganglion Blocks for Treatment of Impotence)

  • 서재현
    • The Korean Journal of Pain
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    • 제8권2호
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    • pp.336-340
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    • 1995
  • Impairment of erectile function, although normally a benign disorder, has a profound impact on the well-being of many men. Penile erection is produced by a complex series of events involving cognition, peripheral sensory input, central and peripheral autonomic nervous events and hormonal vascular events. The multiplicity of potential determinants identified suggest that impotence does not inexorably accompany age, but it is an arugmented significantly modifiable paraaging phenomena. A 53 year old male patients developed sudden impotence. The patients did not respond to intracavernous injection of papaverine. This patient was successfuly treated with 4 repeated stellate ganglion blocks.

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Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Highly Effective but Often Overlooked

  • Arnold, Michael T.;Dolezal, Brett A.;Cooper, Christopher B.
    • Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases
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    • 제83권4호
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    • pp.257-267
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    • 2020
  • Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease receive a range of treatments including but not limited to inhaled bronchodilators, inhaled and systemic corticosteroids, supplemental oxygen, and pulmonary rehabilitation. Pulmonary rehabilitation is a multidisciplinary intervention that seeks to combine patient education, exercise, and lifestyle changes into a comprehensive program. Programs 6 to 8 weeks in length have been shown to improve health, reduce dyspnea, increase exercise capacity, improve psychological well-being, and reduce healthcare utilization and hospitalization. Although the use of pulmonary rehabilitation is widely supported by the literature, controversy still exists regarding what should be included in the programs. The goal of this review was to summarize the evidence for pulmonary rehabilitation and identify the areas that hold promise in improving its utilization and effectiveness.

Effects of the Latest Robotic Horse-riding for Low Back Pain : Narrative Review

  • LEE, Jae-Hyuk
    • 웰빙융합연구
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    • 제4권4호
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    • pp.31-34
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    • 2021
  • Purpose: The purpose of this study is to review health-care program using the recent robotic horse-riding technology and its clinical effects for chronic low back pain. Research design, data and methodology: Recent clinical articles were determined under three inclusion criteria for in-depth review: 1) article that is published within 1 year, 2) article that includes the detailed explanation of health-care program using robotic horse-riding, 3) the article that deals with chronic low back pain during more than 6 months. Results: As a result, the finally-determined two articles demonstrated the clinical effects of robotic horse-riding statistically on pain intensity, low back muscle strength, spinal alignment, and fear-avoidance belief. Conclusions: After in-depth review, I concluded that health-care program using robotic horse-riding for chronic low back pain needs to be provided at low-intensity (e.g. less than 6km/h horse walking program) in the beginning of health-care for improving their motor control ability, then, at the increased intensity for strengthening core muscles.

Revolutionizing Elderly Care in Korea: A Deep Dive into the 'Nomad Silver' Generation's Hospital Needs

  • Yoo, Seungchul;Tunas Puentes, Sofia
    • International journal of advanced smart convergence
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    • 제13권1호
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    • pp.122-128
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    • 2024
  • This study delves into the unique transformation of South Korea's elderly population, distinctively termed 'Nomad Silver'. Characterized by individuals aged 65 and above who actively seek novel experiences and embrace new activities, this demographic shift signifies a departure from traditional perceptions of the elderly. The Nomad Silver cohort, distinguished by their significant economic influence and evolving needs, necessitates a tailored approach to healthcare services. This paper underscores the importance of comprehending both the fundamental biological needs and the personalized desires of the Nomad Silver, aiming to enhance their satisfaction and overall well-being. Hospitals, in response, should innovate their services to resonate with the emotional, psychological, and social facets of this age group. Consequently, the paper proposes a four-pronged strategy for hospitals to adapt: comprehensive healthcare provision, patient-centric service development, senior health education coupled with community engagement, and establishing a generational bridge hub. Furthermore, the paper posits that catering to the Nomad Silver not only promises substantial financial gains for hospitals but also fosters new business opportunities across various sectors.

치과위생사의 행복지수에 영향을 미치는 요인에 관한 융합연구 (Analysis of th Factors related to the Happiness Index of Dental Hygienists on Convergence Study)

  • 오한나;김지현
    • 한국융합학회논문지
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    • 제9권12호
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    • pp.75-80
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    • 2018
  • 본 연구는 치과위생사를 대상으로 행복지수에 영향을 미치는 요인을 파악하고자 하였다. 연구 자료는 구조화된 설문지를 이용하였으며, 2017년 10월 1일부터 2017년 11월 1일까지 전북지역(전주, 익산, 군산)에 소재한 치과위생사를 대상으로 설문조사를 실시하였다. 자료분석은 t-test, ANOVA, 다중회귀분석을 사용하였다. 연구결과 근무경력이 많을수록, 급여가 많을수록, 인간관계가 좋을수록 사회경제적수준의 행복지수가 증가하였으며, 연령이 낮을수록, 급여가 많을수록, 인간 관계가 좋을수록 심리적 안녕감의 행복지수가 증가하는 것으로 나타났다. 따라서 인센티브 등과 같은 경제적 보상과 인간관계에서 의사소통 상황 중 가장 어려움이 확인 된 사례의 의사소통 방법에 대한 교육이 선행된다면 행복한 직장생활로 인해 환자에게 제공하는 의료 서비스의 질도 향상될 것이다.

재가암 환자 통합건강증진 프로그램 개발 및 효과 (Development and Effect of the Integrated Health Promotion Program for Cancer Survivors Living at Home)

  • 윤희상;황은아
    • 지역사회간호학회지
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    • 제32권1호
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    • pp.51-63
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    • 2021
  • Purpose: This study aimed to develop an integrated health promotion program for cancer survivors residing in the community based on the shared care model, and evaluate its effectiveness. Methods: A quasi-experimental trial was conducted. The participants consisted of 35 cancer survivors with completed intensive cancer therapy at the cancer hospital. The intervention group (n=20) and the control group (n=15) were recruited from among a district home cancer patient registrations. The intervention group participated in an integrated health promotion program based on the MAPP (Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnership) development process. The program consisted of physical, psycho-social and body image units. The participants were assessed before the program, and immediately after the program. Data were collected between July 1 and September 2, 2018 using FACT-G quality of life (QOL), distress thermometer (DT), and resilience. The data were analyzed by performing a χ2 test, Fisher's exact test, Mann-Whitney test, and ranked ANCOVA using SPSS. Results: The intervention group reported a higher QOL overall and significantly higher social/family well-being than the control group. Distress was significantly lower in intervention group than in the control group. Resilience had no significant difference between the two groups. Conclusion: These findings indicate that the integrated health promotion program base on the shared care model and MAPP development process could be effective intervention for improving social/family well-being and the QOL, and reducing distress of cancer survivors at home. Community health center nurses need to provide intervention to support self-care competency for cancer survivors' comprehensive care with physical, psycho-social, and body image to help them adjust their life to a moderate risk group in the community.

연속적 재발성 미성숙 기형종의 외과적 치료 (Surgical Experience of Recurrent Immature Teratoma - Report of a case -)

  • 홍민수
    • Journal of Chest Surgery
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    • 제24권8호
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    • pp.792-796
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    • 1991
  • Immature teratoma can be viewed as intermediate between mature teratoma and embryonal carcinoma. Unlike the mature teratoma, elements of the three perm cell layers are incompletely differentiated and not arranged in organoid fashion In some area, more mature forms of these tissues may also be seen, Although this tumor is clearly malignant, they may not display clear-cut cytologic features of malignancy. The clinical prognosis is poor. We have experienced one case of recurrent immature teratoma. In first operation[1987, April], tumor of anterior mediastinum was removed with wedge resection of ant. segment of RUL % med. segment of RML. In 2nd operation[1990, June], recurrent teratoma of right inner thoracic wall was resected with partial 5th rib resection and wedge resection of lat. segment of middle lobe. Two months later, the 3rd operation[1990, September] was done, which was a removal of mass on thoracic wall near sup, segment of RLL and partial rib resection of 3rd, 4th & 5th. In November 1990, last operation[4th operation] was made. It was enucleation of walnut sized tumor located between medial segment of RML, and 4th. intercostal space, well encapsulated with endothoracic fascia and invaded into lung parenchyme, Adjuvant chemotherapy was done after each operation, but radiotherapy[5000 Rad] was done only after 1st operation. There was no evidence of recurrence after last operation. The patient is well-being still now.

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의복의 보호론에 관한 이론적 고찰 (Comparative Study on the Protective Functions of Clothes)

  • 임숙자
    • 한국의류학회지
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    • 제9권3호
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    • pp.71-78
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    • 1985
  • This research is designed to systemize the protection theory as well as to supplement the missing theory by organizing various studies on the protective functions of celothes by domestic and foreign scholers of clothing. Human environments is classified two standpoints : (1) Physical environments, and (2) man built psychological environments including socio-physical environments, socio-biological environments, behavioral environments, socio-psychological environments and institution environments. Clothes acting as a physical protection might be of (1) extreme air temperature: Parka; (2) high relative humidity: raincoat; (3) air movement: windbreaker; (4) radiation: space suit; (5) atmospheric pressure: deep sea diver suit; (6) mechanical agent: bullet proof vest; (7) physical agent: (8) chemical agent: (9) biological agent: surgeon's gown, cap, and mask. Also dresses act to support the body comfort, health and the well-being; corset for bad back patient, wrist band for people with weak wrist, bottom half of pressure suit for people with low blood pressure. Clothes acting as a psychological protection might be of (1) influence of magic and of spirits: (2) moral danger; (3) the general unfriendliness of the world as a whole; a reassurance against the lack of love. Clothes should provide the maximum of satisfaction in accordance with the full recognition of reality. The reality should aim at the formulation of general laws concerning the most pleasing forms, colors, and styles to suit. The complex physiological anatomical and psychological aspects of individual personalities.

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경수의 수질내 해면상혈관종 - 증례보고 - (Intramedullary Cavernous Angioma in Cervical Spinal Cord - Case Report -)

  • 김명수;허진우;이종원;한은미;이현구
    • Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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    • 제30권7호
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    • pp.947-950
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    • 2001
  • Cavernous angiomas are being increasingly well recognized throughout the central nervous system due to the widespread use of magnetic resonance imaging(MRI). However, these malformations are uncommon in the spinal column and rarely occur in the spinal cord. Here, we report a case of a cervical cord intramedullary cavernous angioma in a 49-year-old man. The patient had complained of left upper extremity paresthesia and weakness in the left hand for 5 days prior to admission. A neurological examination showed a left C-6 dermatome paresthesia and a weakness in the left hand grasping power. A MRI demonstrated a mixed signal intensity core at the C-5 level and a surrounding edema on the T-2 weighted image. Conservatively, a laminectomy was performed and slightly hard and well demarcated intramedullary mass was removed. A histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of a cavernous angioma.

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