Browsing Brage HiM by Author "Gjengedal, Eva"
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Conditions for success in introducing telemedicine in diabetes foot care : a qualitative inquiry
Kolltveit, Beate-Christin Hope; Gjengedal, Eva; Graue, Marit; Iversen, Marjolein M.; Thorne, Sally; Kirkevold, Marit (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2017)Abstract Background The uptake of various telehealth technologies to deliver health care services at a distance is expanding; however more knowledge is needed to help understand vital components for success in using ... -
The creation of meaning : intensive care nurses’ experiences of conducting nurse-led follow-up on intensive care units
Flinterud, Stine Irene; Moi, Asgjerd Litleré; Gjengedal, Eva; Grenager, Lisbet Narvestad; Muri, Anne-Kristine; Ellingsen, Sidsel (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019)Objective To explore and describe the experiences of Norwegian intensive care unit nurses providing nurse-led follow-up to patients and their families. Design and methods The study had a qualitative design with a ... -
Experience of Norwegian female BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutation-carrying participants in educational support groups : a qualitative study
Myklebust, Marion; Gjengedal, Eva; Strømsvik, Nina (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016)Women identified as BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutation carriers are advised to manage their cancer risk through intensive screening programs and/or by undergoing risk-reducing surgery. The aim of this study was to explore and describe ... -
Faktorer som virker inn ved frafall i døgnbehandling for pasienter med ruslidelser : en case-studie med vekt på både pasient- og behandlerperspektivet
Ormbostad, Helga A.K.; Dale, Karl Yngvar; Gjengedal, Eva; Stallvik, Marianne (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2017)Retention in substance abuse treatment is one of the most consistent predictors of successful treatment. Despite drop-out rates from 17-57 % for inpatient treatment, little is known of potential risk factors related to ... -
Finding ways to carry on : stories of vulnerability in chronic illness
Synnes, Oddgeir; Orøy, Aud Jorun; Råheim, Målfrid; Bachmann, Liv; Ekra, Else Mari Ruberg; Gjengedal, Eva; Høie, Magnhild; Jørgensen, Else; Michaelsen, Ragnhild Karen Astad; Sundal, Hildegunn; Vatne, Solfrid; Lykkeslet, Else (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)Purpose: In this study, we explore the lived experiences of chronic illness in four groups of patients; children with asthma, adolescents with diabetes, young adults with depression, and adult patients with chronic, ... -
Interaction with potential donors’ families : the professionals’ community of concern - a phenomenological study
Orøy, Aud Jorunn; Strømskag, Kjell Erik; Gjengedal, Eva (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2011)The aim of this paper was to explore the health professionals’ experiences and gain a deeper understanding of interaction with families of critically ill or traumatized patients with severe brain injuries. The methodological ... -
A painful experience of limited understanding : healthcare professionals’ experiences with palliative care of people with severe dementia in Norwegian nursing homes
Midtbust, May Helen; Alnes, Rigmor Einang; Gjengedal, Eva; Lykkeslet, Else (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2018)Background: People dying with dementia have significant healthcare needs, and palliative care, with its focus on comfort and quality of life, should be made available to these patients. The aim of this study was to explore ... -
Perceived barriers and facilitators in providing palliative care for people with severe dementia : the healthcare professionals' experiences
Midtbust, May Helen; Alnes, Rigmor Einang; Gjengedal, Eva; Lykkeslet, Else (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2018)Background Dementia has become a major public health issue worldwide due to its rapidly increasing prevalence and an increasing number of dementia-related deaths in long-term care facilities. The aim of this study was to ... -
Separation characterized by responsibility and guilt : family caregivers' experience with palliative care for a close family member with severe dementia in long-term care facilities
Midtbust, May Helen; Alnes, Rigmor Einang; Gjengedal, Eva; Lykkeslet, Else (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021)Aim and objectives The aim of this study was to explore family caregivers’ experiences with palliative care for a close family member with severe dementia in long-term care facilities. Background Dementia not only affects ... -
Teater som danning i helseprofesjonene
Sæther, Wigdis Helen; Sørbø, Jan Inge; Gjengedal, Eva; Lykkeslet, Else (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016)Healthcare workers who watch a theatre play about dementia, gain experiential knowledge about living with dementia. In this essay we discuss the nature of this knowledge in light of the concept of bildung. This discussion ... -
Telemedicine in diabetes foot care delivery : health care professionals’ experience
Kolltveit, Beate-Christin Hope; Gjengedal, Eva; Graue, Marit; Iversen, Marjolein M.; Thorne, Sally; Kirkevold, Marit (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016)Background: Introducing new technology in health care is inevitably a challenge. More knowledge is needed to better plan future telemedicine interventions. Our aim was therefore to explore health care professionals’ ... -
Walking on a tightrope : caring for ambivalent woman considering abortions in the first trimester
Kjelsvik, Marianne; Sekse, Ragnhild Johanne Tveit; Moi, Asgjerd Litleré; Aasen, Elin Margrethe; Gjengedal, Eva (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2018)Aims and objectives To improve the understanding and competence of health personnel when caring for ambivalent pregnant women, the aim of this study is to explore the experiences of encountering women who are unsure whether ... -
Women's experiences when unsure about whether or not to have an abortion in the first trimester
Kjelsvik, Marianne; Sekse, Ragnhild Johanne Tveit; Moi, Asgjerd Litleré; Aasen, Elin Margrethe; Chesla, Catherine A.; Gjengedal, Eva (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2018)Abortion during the first trimester is legal in most Western countries. However, deciding to terminate a pregnancy is a challenging process, and some women arrive at the abortion clinic still not absolutely certain. We ...