Artificial intelligence in nursing support for patients: A rapid review.

Objectives: This study aimed to gain insights into the potential of using evidence from artificial intelligence (AI) in nursing support for clinical practice and decision-making and its implications for future studies.

Methods: This was a rapid review of the literature. The PubMed, CINAHL, and CENTRAL in the Cochrane Library databases were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on nursing support using AI for patient care, published between 2010 and 2024.

Opioid switching to improve delirium symptoms in patients with cancer: a systematic review.

Background: Delirium is a common and distressing symptom in patients with cancer, while opioids-which are essential in managing cancer pain-can cause delirium. Opioid switching is a widely used strategy for the management of opioid-induced delirium; however, its efficacy is yet to be verified. This systematic review aimed to determine opioid switching's efficacy and safety for managing opioid-induced delirium in patients with cancer.

Nursing Support for Nonpharmacological Interventions to Prevent Delirium in Patients with Cancer: A Scoping Review.

The importance of nonpharmacological interventions in preventing delirium is well documented in several guidelines; however, research specifically detailing nursing support in oncology remains sparse. This scoping review aimed to identify nursing support for nonpharmacological interventions to prevent delirium in patients with cancer. Utilizing Arksey and O'Malley's six-stage scoping review framework and adhering to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses-ScR checklist, we systematically searched PubMed, CINAHL, CENTRAL, and Ichushi-Web databases from their inception to January 31, 2022, with an update on August 31, 2023.

Interventions for Hiccups in Adults: A Scoping Review of Western and Eastern Approaches.

Hiccups are caused by involuntary spasms of the diaphragm and external intercostal muscles. When persistent, they can significantly reduce the quality of life. However, comprehensive reviews of available treatments and their corresponding evaluation metrics remain scarce.

Nursing Supports for Managing Nausea and Vomiting in Patients with Cancer Having a Prognosis of Months or Weeks: A Multisite Cross-Sectional Study of Palliative Care Nurses in Japan.

Purpose: This study aimed to clarify the types of nursing support provided by palliative care unit (PCU) nurses in Japan to manage nausea and vomiting in patients with cancer who have a prognosis of months or weeks.

Methods: This multisite cross-sectional study surveyed registered nurses from all 389 PCUs across Japan. Eligible participants were nurses providing direct care to patients.

Exploring Psychotherapy Approaches for Dyspnea: A Systematic Review Protocol.

Introduction: Dyspnea, a common and debilitating symptom, affects over half of the patients with cancer, with increasing frequency and severity as the end of life approaches. It substantially affects the daily lives of patients by contributing to anxiety, depression, fatigue, and reduced physical activity, ultimately diminishing their quality of life. Although pharmacological treatments remain standard, nonpharmacological interventions, including psychotherapy, are increasingly recommended owing to their safety and accessibility.

Feasibility and Safety of Virtual Reality-Based Online Group Discussions Among Nursing Students: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Objective Virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a potential tool for enhancing learning experiences in various fields, including nursing education. However, its feasibility, safety, and impact on online group discussions remain underexplored. This study aimed to assess the feasibility and safety of VR conferencing in basic education courses for nursing students.

Nursing Support for Constipation in Palliative Care Units in Japan: A Multisite Cross-Sectional Study.

Purpose: This study investigated the frequency with which nursing support for constipation is provided for patients with cancer during the prognostic months and weeks.

Methods: An online cross-sectional survey was conducted anonymously among registered nurses in palliative care units across Japan. The frequencies of providing six types of nursing support (abdominal massage with essential oils, abdominal acupressure, auricular acupressure, self-management education, abdominal massage, and warm compresses) were surveyed.

Assessing Caregiver Burden, Tasks, and Heart Rate Using Wearable Sensors: A Longitudinal Study of Informal Caregivers of Persons With Dementia and Older Adults.

Purpose In recent years, research on caregivers has highlighted the importance of integrating advanced technologies, such as wearable devices. Furthermore, when investigating the characteristics of persons with dementia (PWD), comparative analyses should be conducted based on the presence or absence of the condition. We aimed to elucidate the relationship between caregivers' subjective burdens, tasks, and heart rate (HR) using wearable sensors to objectively assess the health status of caregivers of PWD and older adults requiring long-term care.

Nursing Practices for Preventing Delirium in Patients with Cancer with Prognoses of Months and Weeks: A Multi-Site Cross-Sectional Study in Japan.

Background: Delirium is a condition characterized by an acute and transient disturbance in attention, cognition, and consciousness. It is increasingly prevalent at the end of life in patients with cancer. While non-pharmacological nursing interventions are essential for delirium prevention, their effectiveness in terminally ill patients with cancer remains unclear.

Use of Nursing Support Among Nurses for Caregiver Burden in Family Caregivers of Terminally Ill Patients with Cancer in Palliative Care Units in Japan: Multisite Cross-Sectional Study.

Purpose: This study explores the use of nursing support among nurses for caregiver burden in family caregivers of terminally ill patients with cancer in palliative care units (PCUs).

Methods: Requests were sent to 389 institutions, and cooperation was received from 162 PCUs. Nurses at 162 PCUs were asked to participate in an Internet survey regarding nursing practices for caregiver burden in Japan.

Nursing Practices for Dyspnea Management in Patients with Cancer Based on Monthly and Weekly Prognoses: A Multi-Site Cross-Sectional Study of Palliative Care Nurses in Japan.

Background And Purpose: Dyspnea in patients with terminal cancer worsens near death, necessitating effective nonpharmacological management. Despite guideline recommendations, detailed studies on nonpharmacological nursing practices are scarce. This study aimed to elucidate nursing practices for dyspnea in patients with cancer based on monthly and weekly prognoses.

Nursing Support for Constipation in Patients with Cancer: A Scoping Review.

Constipation is an uncomfortable symptom experienced by many patients with advanced cancer, and it decreases the quality of life. Several studies have advised pharmacological therapies for constipation management, whereas others have promoted nonpharmacological approaches that promote changes in the patient's lifestyle. However, constipation management by nurses has not yet been systematically reviewed in patients with cancer.

Treatment Recommendation for Dyspnea in Patients with Advanced Disease: Revised Clinical Guidelines from the Japanese Society for Palliative Medicine.

Dyspnea is one of the most common and distressing symptoms in patients with cancer and noncancer advanced diseases. The Japanese Society for Palliative Medicine revised previous guidelines for the management of respiratory symptoms in patients with cancer and newly developed clinical guidelines for managing dyspnea in patients with advanced disease, based on the result of systematic reviews for each clinical question and consensus among experts. We describe the recommendations of the guidelines as well as provide insights into the reasoning behind the recommendations and their development process.