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Comfort theory (nursing)  — Research Starter

Comfort theory in nursing is a conceptual framework that emphasizes the importance of patient comfort as a fundamental aspect of care. Introduced by Katharine Kolcaba in the 1990s, the theory defines…

Clinical reasoning  — Research Starter

Clinical reasoning is the cognitive process utilized by healthcare professionals to gather, analyze, and interpret patient information to enhance their physiological and psychosocial well-being. It…

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)  — Research Starter

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive brain disease commonly associated with repeated head trauma, often seen in athletes across various sports, particularly contact sports like…

Change-of-shift report  — Research Starter

A change-of-shift report, also referred to as a sign-out report or handoff, is a critical component in the healthcare setting, particularly in hospitals. This document facilitates the transfer of…

Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI)  — Research Starter

Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) are serious medical complications that occur when bacteria enter the bloodstream through a central venous catheter, commonly known as a central…

Body integrity identity disorder (BIID)  — Research Starter

Body Integrity Identity Disorder (BIID) is a rare psychological condition where individuals, despite being physically healthy, experience a profound belief that they should be disabled—often desiring…

Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN)  — Research Starter

The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) is a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing nursing care and establishing best practices within the field of perioperative…

Adaptation model of nursing  — Research Starter

The Adaptation Model of Nursing, developed by Callista Roy in 1976, revolutionizes the role of nurses in patient care by emphasizing the importance of individualized approaches to treatment. This…

Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs)  — Research Starter

Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) are collaborative networks of healthcare professionals, including primary care providers, specialists, and hospitals, that aim to coordinate patient care…