PATIENT ENGAGEMENT

This study tested a gentle bathing technique based on Basale Stimulation for people with moderate to severe dementia. The approach uses soft mittens, warm water, and careful movements to reduce distress and increase engagement during showers. Fifty participants were videotaped du…

This study tested a program to help bladder cancer patients and their caregivers prepare for and recover from bladder removal surgery. A nurse or health professional provided pre-surgery education and stoma care training, and patients got access to a recovery website with videos …

This study tested whether showing patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) simple visual charts of common post-ablation symptoms could help them decide more confidently about undergoing the procedure. 75 adults with symptomatic AF who were considering catheter ablation used these d…

This pilot study tested whether giving patients weekly cash payments encourages them to check their blood pressure at home more often. Fifty adults with uncontrolled high blood pressure from Louisiana health centers were given home monitors and randomly assigned to receive either…

This study develops and tests a tool designed to help lung cancer nurses talk to patients about clinical trials. The tool provides information on available trials, communication tips, and practical guidance. Researchers will test it in four UK hospitals to see if it improves nurs…

This study tested two simple tools to help adults aged 50 and older who take five or more medications. The tools included a one-page guide to prepare for doctor visits and short educational videos. Researchers wanted to see if these tools could improve how well patients manage th…