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  • 1.
    Andersson, Gun
    et al.
    Enterostomal-therapist, Division of Surgery, Sunderby Hospital, Sunderbyn, Sweden.
    Engström, Åsa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    A chance to live: Women's experiences of living with a colostomy after rectal cancer surgery2010In: International Journal of Nursing Practice, ISSN 1322-7114, E-ISSN 1440-172X, Vol. 16, no 6, p. 603-608Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The aim of this study was to describe women's experience of living with a colostomy after rectal cancer surgery. Interviews with five women about their experiences were subjected to thematic content analysis. The findings showed that receiving a cancer diagnosis gave rise to thoughts about life and death. For the women to feel comfortable, the information and health-care measures need to focus on supporting them through the entire process, also when the treatment is completed. After the surgery, the women adjusted to living with colostomy and carried on as before the cancer diagnosis, but they constantly worried about leakage or flatulence. The women were happy to have survived the cancer and this realization helped them to accept and have a good life with colostomy. In conclusion, women with colostomy because of rectal surgery need specific rehabilitation and nursing care that focuses on adjustment to temporary or permanent changes in life.

  • 2.
    Eilertsen, Grethe
    et al.
    Høgskolen i Buskerud.
    Kirkevold, Marit
    Universitetet i Oslo.
    Mengshoel, Anne Marit
    Olsson, Malin
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Fatigue – trøtthet og utmattelse i en travel tid2010Conference paper (Other academic)
  • 3.
    Eilertsen, Grethe
    et al.
    Høgskolen i Buskerud, Buskerud and Vestfold University College, Kongsberg.
    Ormstad, Heidi
    Buskerud and Vestfold University College, Kongsberg.
    Kirkevold, Marit
    Universitetet i Oslo.
    Mengshoel, Anne Marit
    University of Oslo.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Olsson, Malin
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Similarities and differences in the experience of fatigue among people living with fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, ankylosing spondylitis and stroke2015In: Journal of Clinical Nursing, ISSN 0962-1067, E-ISSN 1365-2702, Vol. 24, no 13-14, p. 2023-2034Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Aims and objectivesTo elucidate the experience of fatigue across several long-term illnesses, focusing on the similarities and differences.BackgroundFatigue is common to many long-term illnesses, but it has been studied mainly within the context of a single illness; qualitative studies comparing the experience and its impact on daily life across different long-term illnesses are lacking.DesignQualitative design.MethodsA secondary analysis was conducted of five original interview studies involving 95 persons with ankylosing spondylitis, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis or stroke.ResultsSimilarities and differences concerning experiences of fatigue were found across the studied long-term illnesses. All patients expressed the perception of having an unfamiliar body. Fatigue was also commonly expressed as unpredictable, uncontrollable and invisible to others. Differences were related to a constant versus a varying condition, a sudden and an uncontrollable sleepiness, a mutual reinforcement with pain and increased stress sensitivity. A lack of energy and a need for sleep and rest were common experiences, as was the impact on social relationships. There were also similarities regarding how the patients managed their daily life. The search for practical solutions and attitude adjustment differed with the fatigue characteristics. All patients felt a lack of understanding and disbelief from others.Conclusion and relevance to clinical practiceFatigue is commonly expressed by patients with long-term illnesses. Variations in experience are related to the type of diagnosis. The disparity between experiences influences how patients managed and adjusted to the conditions of everyday life. The illness-specific characteristics of fatigue warrant increased clinical awareness and may allow professionals to offer adequate information and establish effective methods of managing the condition. The feeling of invisibility and difficulty describing the experience of fatigue in particular highlights this need.

  • 4.
    Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Andersson, Staffan
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Experiences of a follow-up visit to an ICU2008In: 3rd EfCCNa Congress and the 27th Aniarti congress: Influencing Critical Care Nursing in Europe 9-11 October 2008, Florence, Italy, European federation of Critical Care Nursing associations , 2008Conference paper (Other academic)
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  • 5.
    Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Andersson, Staffan
    Söderberg, Siv
    Re-visiting the ICU Experiences of follow-up visits to an ICU after discharge: a qualitative study2008In: Intensive & Critical Care Nursing, ISSN 0964-3397, E-ISSN 1532-4036, Vol. 24, no 4, p. 233-241Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The aim of this study is to describe how people who have been critically ill, and their close relatives experience a post-discharge, follow-up visit to the intensive care unit (ICU) that provided the care. There is a lack of studies from such a standpoint. The study design is qualitative. A total of 18 adults participated; nine had been critically ill and nine were close relatives, all made a post-discharge follow-up visit to an ICU in the northern part of Sweden. The study data was collected through personal interviews, conducted after the follow-up visit, using a narrative approach. The data were then subjected to qualitative thematic content analysis which resulted in four themes: receiving strength from returning together; making sense of the critical-illness experience; feeling grateful to have survived and the possibility of improving the care. People who had been critically ill and close relatives felt that returning together was valuable. Meeting the staff, with whom participants felt they had developed a relationship, made it possible for them to express their gratitude for the treatment and nursing care received, and to suggest improvements. The interviews revealed that the follow-up visit was seen as an important way of learning what had happened and why during the period of critical illness.

  • 6.
    Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Close relatives’ experiences of transitions when living with a person with traumatic brain injury2011Conference paper (Other academic)
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  • 7.
    Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Close relatives in intensive care from the perspective of critical care nurses2007In: Journal of Clinical Nursing, ISSN 0962-1067, E-ISSN 1365-2702, Vol. 16, no 9, p. 1651-1659Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The aim was to describe critical care nurses' experiences of close relatives within intensive care. Background. There is a lack of research describing critical care nurses' experiences of the significance of close relatives in intensive care. Knowledge in this area will support critical care nurses to develop good nursing care for the critically ill person and their close relatives. Design and method. The design of the study was qualitative. Data collection was carried out through focus group discussions with 24 critical care nurses in four focus groups during spring 2004. The data were subjected to qualitative thematic content analysis. Results. The focus groups discussions showed that the presence of close relatives was taken for granted by critical care nurses and it was frustrating if the critically ill person did not have any. Information from close relatives made it possible for critical care nurses to create individual care for the critically ill person. They supported close relatives by giving them information, being near and trying to establish good relations with them. Close relatives were important. Critical care nurses lacked forums for reflection and discussion about the care given. Relevance to clinical practice. This study indicates that close relatives are a prerequisite for critical care nurses to give good nursing care to meet the needs of the critically ill person. A communication based on mutual understanding is necessary if critical care nurses are to be able to support close relatives. Dealing constantly with situations that were ethically difficult without any chance to reflect was an obstacle for critical care nurses to improve their work with close relatives

  • 8.
    Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Critical care nurses experiences of follow-up visits to an ICU2010In: Journal of Clinical Nursing, ISSN 0962-1067, E-ISSN 1365-2702, Vol. 19, no 19-20, p. 2925-2932Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Aim.  The aim of this study was to describe critical care nurses' experiences of follow-up visits for formerly critically ill people discharged from an intensive care unit and their close relatives.Background.  The critical illness experience affects the ill person and their close relatives not only during the stay in an intensive care unit, but also for a long time afterwards. Follow-up visits were introduced to offer people the opportunity to talk about their experiences. This activity has not been studied earlier from the perspective of critical care nurses.Design.  The design of this study was qualitative.Method.  Eight critical care nurses narrated their experiences of follow-up visits by formerly critically ill people and their close relatives to an intensive care unit. Data were collected during 2007-2008. Qualitative thematic content analysis was applied to the interview texts.Results.  The findings show that to feel they were doing a good job it was vital for the critical care nurses to be well prepared for the follow-up visits. It was difficult, in a positive way, to recognise formerly critically ill people when they returned looking healthy. The critical care nurses were disappointed that their former patients remembered so few real events. The follow-up visits gave the critical care nurses a new picture of how the critically illness experience influenced the former patient's everyday life during and after their stay in the intensive care unit and how it affected the lives of their close relatives.Conclusions.  Through sharing the experiences of formerly critically ill peoples' and their close relatives' critical care nurses receive valuable feedback about their work.Relevance to clinical practice.  Receiving feedback about one's work from follow-up visits gives critical care nurses the possibility for to evaluate given care. Follow-up visits to intensive care units can provide them with valuable knowledge that might lead to improved nursing care.

  • 9.
    Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Follow up visits to an ICU: Critical care nurses’ experiences2011Conference paper (Other academic)
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  • 10.
    Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Follow-up visits in a critical care unit from the perspective ot the critical care nurse2011Conference paper (Other academic)
  • 11.
    Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Receiving power through confirmation: the meaning of close relatives for people who have been critically ill2007In: Journal of Advanced Nursing, ISSN 0309-2402, E-ISSN 1365-2648, Vol. 59, no 6, p. 569-76Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    This paper is a report of a study to elucidate the meaning of close relatives for people who have been critically ill and received care in an intensive care unit. Background. Falling critically ill can bring about a difficult change in life. In previous reports such events are described as frightening experiences, and close relatives are described as an important source of support in this difficult situation. Method. A purposive sample of 10 adults, eight men and two women, narrated how they experienced their close relatives during and after the time they were critically ill. The data were collected in 2004. The interview texts were transcribed and interpreted using a phenomenological hermeneutic approach influenced by the philosophy of Ricoeur. Findings. One major theme was identified, experiencing confirmation, with six sub-themes: receiving explanations; a feeling of being understood; a feeling of safety; gaining strength and will-power; having possibilities and realizing their value. Close relatives served as tools for the person who was ill, facilitating better communication and an increased ability to do various things. Simultaneously, feelings of dependence on the close relatives were expressed. There were descriptions of loneliness and fear in the absence of close relatives and, in order to feel safe, the participants wanted their close relatives to stay near them. Conclusion. Close relatives are vital, as they are the ill person's motivation to stay alive and to continue the struggle. Their presence is of great importance for the ill person and must be facilitated by staff.

  • 12. Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Spouses experiences of their partners' being cared for in an intensive care unit2004In: Workgroup of European nurse researchers. Biennial conference (12 : Lisboa : 2004), WENR , 2004, p. 79-Conference paper (Other academic)
  • 13. Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    The experiences of partners of critically ill persons in an intensive care unit2004In: Intensive & Critical Care Nursing, ISSN 0964-3397, E-ISSN 1532-4036, Vol. 20, no 5, p. 299-310Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The aim of this study was to describe partners' experiences when their spouses received care in an intensive care unit (ICU). Seven partners were interviewed using a narrative approach. The interview texts were subjected to qualitative thematic content analysis. The analysis resulted in three themes; being present, putting oneself in second place and living in uncertainty. It was a shocking experience for the partners to see their critically ill spouse in the ICU. It was important to be able to be present; nothing else mattered. Showing respect, confirming the integrity and dignity of their critically ill spouse were also essential for partners. Receiving support from family and friends was important, as were understanding and accepting what had happened, obtaining information and the way in which this was given. The state of uncertainty concerning the outcome for the critically ill person was difficult to cope with. The partners wanted to hope, even though the prognosis was poor

  • 14.
    Engström, Åsa
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Transition as experienced by close relatives of people with traumatic brain injury2011In: Journal of Neuroscience Nursing, ISSN 0888-0395, E-ISSN 1945-2810, Vol. 43, no 5, p. 253-260Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    When someone is afflicted by a traumatic brain injury (TBI), it entails a sudden change in the lives of their close relatives. Relatives provide the primary support system for the person with TBI, and new living patterns have to be developed by the family to achieve balance in the new situation. There is an absence of studies focusing on the process of transition for people living close to a person with TBI, especially in a long-term relationship. The aim of this study, therefore, was to describe such transitions experienced by the close relatives of people with TBI. Five close relatives, all women, who lived with or close to a person with TBI in the northern part of Sweden, were interviewed. The data were analyzed in accordance with the qualitative interpretive method and performed in a series of steps to arrive at a description of the transition. The findings of the analysis are presented in 4 categories: the starting point of the transitions, transitions in pattern of daily life, transitions in relationship, and transitions in social life. The transitions of daily life for close relatives began suddenly as the person with TBI was injured unexpectedly. The relatives could feel lonely as former friends were gone or avoided them. How the person with TBI was met by other people strongly affected how the close relatives felt. Although they struggled to lessen the dependence of the person with TBI on them, they also felt anxious about how things would be if close relatives were no longer there for that person. The findings are discussed with reference to works by the philosophers Buber, Le´vinas, and Lo¨ gstrup and theories of transition.

  • 15.
    Forsberg, Angelica
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Engström, Åsa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    From reaching the end of the road to a new lighter life: People's experiences of undergoing Gastric Bypass surgery2014In: Intensive & Critical Care Nursing, ISSN 0964-3397, E-ISSN 1532-4036, Vol. 30, no 2, p. 93-100Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    ObjectivesIt is limited research that focuses on people's experiences from prior to surgery to the postoperative period after a gastric bypass. The aim of this retrospective study was to describe people's experiences of undergoing gastric bypass surgery.MethodA qualitative approach was used. Interviews with ten participants were subjected to qualitative content analysis.ResultsThe analysis of the interviews resulted in one theme: from reaching the end of the road to a new lighter life. Prior to surgery participants described a sense of inferiority and that they were not able to ‘take any more’. Shortly after surgery participants felt both vulnerable and safe in the unknown environment and expressed needs of orientation and to have the staff close. Despite information prior to surgery it was difficult to imagine ones’ situation after homecoming, thus it was worth it so far.ConclusionThe care given in the acute postoperative phase for people who undergo gastric bypass surgery, should aim to provide predictability and management based on individual needs. Being treated with respect, receiving closeness, and that the information received prior to surgery complies with what then happens may facilitate postoperative recovery after a gastric bypass surgery.

  • 16.
    Forsberg, Angelica
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Engström, Åsa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    People's experiences of suffering a lower limb fracture and undergoing surgery2014In: Journal of Clinical Nursing, ISSN 0962-1067, E-ISSN 1365-2702, Vol. 23, no 1-2, p. 191-200Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: To describe people's experiences of suffering a lower limb fracture and undergoing surgery, from the time of injury through to the care given at the hospital and recovery following discharge.BACKGROUND: There is a lack of research on people's experiences of suffering a lower limb fracture and undergoing surgery - from injury to recovery.DESIGN: A qualitative approach was used.METHODS: Interviews with nine participants were subjected to thematic content analysis.RESULTS: One theme was expressed: from realising the seriousness of the injury to regaining autonomy. Participants described feelings of frustration and helplessness when realising the seriousness of their injury. The wait prior to surgery was a strain and painful experience, and participants needed orientation for the future. They expressed feelings of vulnerability about being in the hands of staff during surgery. After surgery, in the postanaesthesia unit, participants expressed a need to have control and to feel safe in their new situation. To mobilise and regain their autonomy was a struggle, and participants stated that their recovery was extended.CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE: Participants found themselves in a new and unexpected situation and experienced pain, vulnerability and a striving for control during the process, that is, 'from realising the seriousness of the injury to regaining autonomy'. How this is managed depends on how the patient's needs are met by nurses. The nursing care received while suffering a lower limb fracture and undergoing surgery should be situation specific as well as individual specific. The safe performance of technical interventions and the nurse's comprehensive explanations of medical terms may help the patient to feel secure during the process.

  • 17.
    Forslund, Ann-Sofie
    et al.
    Department of Medicine, Sunderby hospital.
    Lundblad, Dan
    Department of Medicine, Sunderby Hospital.
    Jansson, Jan-Håkan
    Skellefteå Hospital, Department of Medicine .
    Zingmark, Karin
    Department of Medicine, Sunderby Hospital.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Risk factors among people surviving out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and their thoughts about lifestyle2013In: European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, ISSN 1474-5151, E-ISSN 1873-1953, Vol. 12, no Suppl. 1, p. S13-S14Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Aims: To describe risk factors among people surviving out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and their thoughts about lifestyle.Design: An explanatory mixed methods design was used.Methods: All people registered in the northern Sweden Monica myocardial registry between the year 1989 to 2007 who survived out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with validated myocardial infarction aetiology and were alive at the 28th day after the onset of symptoms (n=71) were included in the quantitative analysis. Thirteen of them participated in interviews conducted in 2011 and analysed via a qualitative manifest content analysis.Results: The quantitative results showed that about 60% of the people had no history of ischemic heart disease or hypertension before the out-of-hospital cardiac arrest whereas 25% and 17% had been diagnosed with myocardial infarction and diabetes mellitus, respectively. Eighty percent of the people had total cholesterol levels greater than 5.0 mmol/l and/or were taking lipid lowering medications. Almost half were smokers and overweight. The qualitative results are presented in three categories ‘descriptions of lifestyle after surviving’, ‘modifying the lifestyle to the new life situation’ and ‘a changed view on life’. The participants described that their lifestyle focused on the importance of being needed and meaning something to others, feeling well and doing things of their choice. They tried to find a reason why the cardiac arrest happened and make appropriate lifestyle changes although they made their own assessmnet of risk behaviours. The participants expressed being grateful for a second chance at life and tried to have a positive outlook on life.Conclusions: For most people in this study out-of-hospital cardiac arrest was the first symptom of coronary heart disease. In the interviews the participants expressed that they were well informed about their cardiovascular risk factors and the benefits of risk factor treatment. In spite of that, some of the patricipants chose to ignore this knowledge to some extent and preferred to live a ‘good life’. A life where risk factor treatment played a minor part. The results of this study indicates that health care workers and patients should focus more on the meaningful and joyful things in life and try to adopt healthy behaviours and lifestyle changes linked to these things.

  • 18.
    Forslund, Ann-Sofie
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences.
    Lundblad, Dan
    Department of Medicine, Sunderby Hospital.
    Jansson, Jan-Håkan
    Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, Umeå university.
    Zingmark, Karin
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Risk factors among people surviving out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and their thoughts about what lifestyle means to them: a mixed methods study2013In: BMC Cardiovascular Disorders, ISSN 1471-2261, E-ISSN 1471-2261, Vol. 13, no August, article id 62Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Background The known risk factors for coronary heart disease among people prior suffering an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with validated myocardial infarction aetiology and their thoughts about what lifestyle means to them after surviving have rarely been described. Therefore the aim of the study was to describe risk factors and lifestyle among survivors. Methods An explanatory mixed methods design was used. All people registered in the Northern Sweden MONICA myocardial registry between the year 1989 to 2007 who survived out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with validated myocardial infarction aetiology and were alive at the 28th day after the onset of symptoms (n = 71) were included in the quantitative analysis. Thirteen of them participated in interviews conducted in 2011 and analysed via a qualitative manifest content analysis. Results About 60 % of the people had no history of ischemic heart disease before the out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, but 20 % had three cardiovascular risk factors (i.e., hypertension, diabetes mellitus, total cholesterol of more or equal 5 mmol/l or taking lipid lowering medication, and current smoker). Three categories (i.e., significance of lifestyle, modifying the lifestyle to the new life situation and a changed view on life) and seven sub-categories emerged from the qualitative analysis. Conclusions For many people out-of-hospital cardiac arrest was the first symptom of coronary heart disease. Interview participants were well informed about their cardiovascular risk factors and the benefits of risk factor treatment. In spite of that, some chose to ignore this knowledge to some extent and preferred to live a "good life", where risk factor treatment played a minor part. The importance of the support of family members in terms of feeling happy and having fun was highlighted by the interview participants and expressed as being the meaning of lifestyle. Perhaps the person with illness together with health care workers should focus more on the meaningful and joyful things in life and try to adopt healthy behaviours linked to these things.

  • 19.
    Forslund, Ann-Sofie
    et al.
    The Northern Sweden MONICA Myocardial Registry, Department of Research, Norrbotten County Council.
    Lundblad, Dan
    Department of Medicine, Sunderby Hospital.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Sudden cardiac death among people with diabetes: preventive measures documented in their medical records2010In: Journal of Clinical Nursing, ISSN 0962-1067, E-ISSN 1365-2702, Vol. 19, no 23/24, p. 3401-3409Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Aims: The purpose of this study was to examine how prevention of complications for people with diabetes mellitus had been conducted, as described in their medical records, focusing particularly on sudden cardiac death. A further aim was to compare the documentation with guidelines for diabetes care. Background: Diabetes mellitus is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, death and sudden cardiac death. About half of those affected by sudden cardiac death are assumed to have had one or more risk factors for cardiovascular disease that could have been treated effectively resulting in a reduced risk of sudden death. Design: Survey. Method: Fifty-six people diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, who had died of a sudden cardiac arrest between the years 2003-2005, from the Northern Sweden MONICA myocardial registry were included. These people's medical records were examined with regard to documentation of the care given during the year prior to the person's sudden cardiac death. Results: The qualitative content analysis resulted in four categories: individualised goals for diabetes care; prevention of complications; self-care; and factors which may affect ability to adhere to treatment. The quantitative analysis showed that few people with diabetes mellitus achieved goals for metabolic control, compared with those set in guidelines for diabetes mellitus care.Conclusion. To prevent complications for people with diabetes mellitus, it is a challenge for nurses and physicians to involve people with diabetes mellitus in their own care to improve the prognosis. Relevance to clinical practice: Examination of medical records of people with diabetes mellitus showed that documentation could be more informative and systematic. It is important to achieve better adherence to treatment and to increase people's understanding of their illness

  • 20.
    Forslund, Ann-Sofie
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care. The Northern Sweden MONICA Myocardial Registry, Department of Research, Norrbotten County Council, Luleå, Sweden.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Jansson, Jan-Håkan
    Department of Medicine, Skellefteå Hospital, Skellefteå, Sweden;Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, University of Umeå, Umeå, Sweden.
    Lundblad, Dan
    Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, University of Umeå, Umeå, Sweden;Department of Medicine, Sunderby Hospital, Luleå, Sweden.
    Trends in incidence and outcome of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest among people with validated myocardial infarction2013In: European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, ISSN 2047-4873, E-ISSN 2047-4881, Vol. 20, no 2, p. 260-267Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Aims: To describe trends in incidence, outcome, and background characteristics among people who suffered an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with validated myocardial infarction aetiology (OHCA-V).

    Methods and results: People from the northern Sweden MONICA myocardial registry (1989–2007) with OHCA-V (n = 2977) were divided in two age groups (25–64 and 65–74 years). Both those who were resuscitated outside hospital and those who died before resuscitation was started were included in the study. The younger age group was studied during 1989–2007 and the older group during 2000–2007. The incidence of OHCA-V decreased in both the younger group (men p < 0.0001, women p = 0.04) and the older group (men p < 0.0001, women p < 0.0007, respectively). The proportion with a history of ischaemic heart disease prior to the event decreased (p < 0.0001). The proportion of previous myocardial infarction decreased (p < 0.0001), diabetes mellitus increased (p = 0.001), coronary interventions increased (p < 0.0001), and survival after OHCA-V increased (p < 0.0001) in the younger group but not in the older group. Long-term survival after OHCA-V was better in the younger than in the older group (p = 0.026).

    Conclusion: The incidence of OHCA-V decreased in both sexes. The proportion surviving after OHCA-V was small but increased, and long-term survival (≥28 days) was better in the younger age group. Primary preventive measures may explain most of the improvements. However, the effects of secondary preventive measures cannot be excluded.

  • 21.
    Forslund, Ann-Sofie
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences.
    Zingmark, Karin
    County Council of Norrbotten, Department of Research and Development.
    Jansson, Jan-Håkan
    Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, Sunderby Research Unit, Umeå University.
    Lundblad, Dan
    Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, Sunderby Research Unit, Umeå University.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Meanings of people's lived experiences of surviving an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, 1 month after the event2014In: Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, ISSN 0889-4655, E-ISSN 1550-5049, Vol. 29, no 5, p. 464-471Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Background: The out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) survival rate has been poor and stable for a long time, but more recent studies describe its increase. However, there are few studies in which people narrate their experiences from surviving. Objective: The aim of this study was to elucidate meanings of people's lived experiences of surviving an OHCA with validated myocardial infarction (MI) etiology, 1 month after the event. Methods: A purposive sample of 2 women and 9 men was interviewed between February 2011 and May 2012. A phenomenological hermeneutical method was used for analysis, which involved 3 steps: naive reading and understanding, structural analysis, and comprehensive understanding. Results: There were 2 themes, (1) returning to life and (2) revaluing life, and five subthemes, (1a) waking up and missing the whole picture, (1b) realizing it was not time to die, (2a) wondering why and seeking explanations, (2b) feeling ambiguous in relations, and (2c) wondering whether life will be the same. All were constructed from the analysis. Conclusions: Surviving an OHCA with validated MI etiology meant waking up and realizing that one had experienced a cardiac arrest and had been resuscitated. These survivors had memory loss and a need to know what had happened during the time they were dead/unconscious. They searched for a reason why they experienced an MI and cardiac arrest and had gone from being "heart-healthy" to having a lifelong illness. They all had the experience of passing from life to death and back to life again. For the participants, these differences led to a revaluation of what is important in life.

  • 22.
    Gard, Gunvor
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Health and Rehab.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    How can a work rehabilitation process be improved?: a qualitative study from a perspective of the social insurance officers2005In: Proceedings of the 3rd World Congress of the International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine ISPRM, São Paulo, Brazil, April 10-15, 2005 / [ed] Linamara Rizzo Battistella; Marta Imamura, Bologna: Medimond International Proceedings , 2005Conference paper (Other academic)
  • 23.
    Gard, Gunvor
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Health and Rehab.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    How can a work rehabilitation process be improved?: a qualitative study from the perspective of social insurance officers2004In: Disability and Rehabilitation, ISSN 0963-8288, E-ISSN 1464-5165, Vol. 26, no 5, p. 299-305Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    PURPOSE: The aim of this study is to describe social insurance officers' experiences of a work rehabilitation process at a rehabilitation centre in the northern parts of Sweden. In Sweden the social insurance company has a key role to coordinate all efforts concerning work rehabilitation planning between all rehabilitation actors. METHOD: Ten social insurance officers at the social insurance company in a city in northern Sweden were interviewed using a narrative approach about their experiences of work rehabilitation processes in general. The interviews were analysed by qualitative content analysis with a focus on their experiences of goals, content and results of a work rehabilitation process. RESULTS: The social insurance officers' experiences of how a work rehabilitation process could be improved were described in six categories; (1) Early identification of problems, needs and interventions (2) clear goal formulations, (3) a focus on psychosocial factors (4) a greater variety of possible interventions, (5) activating employers to a higher extent in work rehabilitation and (6) a closer cooperation and information exchange with other rehabilitation actors. CONCLUSIONS: It is possible to improve a work rehabilitation process by focusing on early identification of problems, needs and interventions, with a variety of interventions to choose between and with clear goal formulations and recognizing psychosocial factors in the process. To activate employers to a higher extent in work rehabilitation and to make the information exchange between rehabilitation actors more frequent may also improve work rehabilitation processes

  • 24.
    Jacobsson, Lars
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences.
    Westerberg, Mats
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Business Administration, Technology and Social Sciences, Innovation and Design.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Lexell, Jan
    Functioning and disability 6-15 years after traumatic brain injuries in northern Sweden2009In: Acta Neurologica Scandinavica, ISSN 0001-6314, E-ISSN 1600-0404, Vol. 120, no 6, p. 389-395Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Objectives - To assess long-term functioning and disability after traumatic brain injury (TBI). Material and methods - Individuals (n = 88) in Norrbotten, northern Sweden, who had been transferred for neurosurgical care were assessed with internationally established TBI outcome measures 6-15 years post-injury. Results - There was an improvement in overall outcome from discharge from inpatient rehabilitation to follow-up. Many individuals had a high degree of motor and cognitive functioning, which enabled them to live independently in their own home without assistance, but there remained a disability related to community reintegration and social participation. This affected their productivity and to some degree their marital stability. The remaining disability and reduced productivity were related to the age at injury and the injury severity. Conclusions Our data showed that individuals with a TBI can achieve and maintain a high degree of functioning many years after the injury. Increasing age and a greater injury severity contributed to their long-term disability.

  • 25.
    Johansson, Annette M.
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Lindberg, Inger
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Patients’ experiences with specialist care via video consultation in primary healthcare in rural areas2014In: International Journal of Telemedicine and Applications, ISSN 1687-6415, E-ISSN 1687-6423, Vol. 2014, article id 143824Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Introduction. Video consultation (VC) can improve access to specialist care, especially for individuals who live in rural areas that are long distances from specialist clinics. Aim. The aim of this study was to describe patients’ experiences with specialist care via VC encounters. Method. Interviews were conducted with 26 patients who had participated in a VC encounter. The data were analysed using thematic content analysis. Result. The analysis resulted in two themes. The theme “confident with the technology” was constructed from the categories “possibilities and obstacles in using VC encounters” and “advantages and disadvantages of the technology.” The theme “personal satisfaction with the VC encounters” was constructed from the categories “support from the healthcare personnel,” “perceived security,” and “satisfaction with the specialist consultation.” Conclusion. The patients who did not think that the VC was the best care still considered that the visit was adequate because they did not have to travel. An important finding was that the patients’ perceived even short distances to specialty care as expensive journeys because many patients had low incomes. Among the patients who had more than one VC, the second encounter was perceived as safer. Additionally, good communication was essential for the patient’s perception of security during the VC encounter.

  • 26.
    Johansson, Annette M.
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Lindberg, Inger
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    The views of health care personnel about video consultation prior to implementation in primary health care in rural areas2014In: Primary Health Care Research and Development, ISSN 1463-4236, E-ISSN 1477-1128, Vol. 15, no 2, p. 170-179Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Aim The aim of this study was to describe the views of health-care personnel about video consultation (VC) prior to implementation in primary health care in rural areas. BACKGROUND: For people living in rural areas, it is often a long distance to specialist care, and VC could be an opportunity for increased access to care. Therefore, this study was to investigate what views primary health-care personnel had on VC as a working method in the distance between primary and specialist care. The development of technology in society and the introduction of technology in health care mean that the working methods must be adapted to a new approach. It is therefore important that in the initial phase of the introduction of new working methods to capture the personnel views regarding this. METHODS: Focus group (FG) discussions with health-care personnel from five primary health-care centres in northern Sweden. The transcribed FG discussions were analysed with qualitative content analysis. Findings The analysis revealed four main categories: a patient-centred VC; the importance of evaluating costs and resources; new technology in daily work; technology gives new possibilities in future health care.

  • 27.
    Johansson, Annette M.
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Lindberg, Inger
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    The views of healthcare personnel about videoconsultation prior to implementation in primary healthcare in rural areas2014Conference paper (Refereed)
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  • 28.
    Johansson, Annette M.
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Lindberg, Inger
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Views of residents of rural areas on accessibility to specialist care through videoconference2014In: Technology and Health Care, ISSN 0928-7329, E-ISSN 1878-7401, Vol. 22, no 1, p. 147-155Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    BACKGROUND: Accessibility to specialized health care is important for residents in rural areas. Videoconsultation can provide increased accessibility to health care. Before implementation of new technologies, it is important to study residents' views.

    OBJECTIVE: This study describes views of residents of rural areas on accessibility to specialist care and the use of videoconsultation as tool to increase accessibility.

    METHOD: A questionnaire was distributed via the primary health care centres in rural areas of northern Sweden. Data was analysed with both quantitative and qualitative methods.

    RESULTS: The quantitative analysis revealed three main areas: savings in time, environmental damage and cost of not having to travel were important; security of information must be coupled with increased availability of specialist care; responses depended on an individual's specific health care needs. The open-ended answers resulted into two categories: 1) experiences related to availability of specialist care and 2) views on participating in VC.

    CONCLUSION: Despite the fact that rural residents considered the distance as important factor in access to care, there was uncertainty regarding videoconsultation as solution. Although respondents were familiar with different types of communication technologies, they probably hesitated because they did not have information on what videoconsultation would mean to them.

  • 29. Jumisko, Eija
    et al.
    Lexell, Jan
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Att leva med en medelsvår eller svår traumatisk hjärnskada2005Conference paper (Other academic)
  • 30. Jumisko, Eija
    et al.
    Lexell, Jan
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Living with a traumatic brain injury as narrated by people with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury2004In: Workgroup of European nurse researchers. Biennial conference (12 : Lisboa : 2004), WENR , 2004, p. 87-Conference paper (Other academic)
  • 31.
    Jumisko, Eija
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Lexell, Jan
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Medical Science.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Living with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury: the meaning of family members' experiences2007In: Journal of Family Nursing, ISSN 1074-8407, E-ISSN 1552-549X, Vol. 13, no 3, p. 353-69Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Traumatic brain injury (TBI) has long-lasting consequences not only for the individual with the injury but also for family members. The aim of this study is to elucidate the meaning of family members' experiences of living with an individual with moderate or severe TBI. The data have been collected by means of qualitative research interviews with 8 family member participants. A phenomenological hermeneutic interpretation (Ricouer, 1976) of the data reveal that family members struggle with their own suffering while showing compassion for the injured person. Their willingness to assume care for the injured person is derived from their feeling of natural love and the ethical demand to be responsible for the other. Hope and natural love from close relatives, the afflicted person, and other family members give the family members strength. It is important that professionals pay more attention to the suffering of close relatives

  • 32. Jumisko, Eija
    et al.
    Lexell, Jan
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    The experiences of treatment from other people as narrated by people with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury and their close relatives2007In: Disability and Rehabilitation, ISSN 0963-8288, E-ISSN 1464-5165, Vol. 29, no 19, p. 1535-1543Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Purpose. The aim of this study was to describe the treatment from other people as experienced by people with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) and their close relatives. Method. Twelve people with moderate or severe TBI and eight of their close relatives were interviewed. The interviews were analysed using thematic content analysis. Results. The results were described by the means of two themes: being excluded and missing confirmation. People with TBI and their close relatives had experiences of being avoided, being ruled by the authorities, being met with distrustfulness and being misjudged. They also searched for answers and longed for the right kind of help. People who listened to them, believed them and tried to understand and help them were appreciated. Conclusions. This study showed a lack of treatment which promotes well-being of the people with TBI and their close relatives. They experienced bad treatment also from authorities. Therefore, we emphasize that authorities should continuously reflect on how to make their practice a place which promotes dignity. Treatment of people with TBI and close relatives may be improved by increased knowledge about TBI, living with it and being a close relative to a person with TBI. This is a challenge to health care and rehabilitation professionals

  • 33.
    Jumisko, Eija
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Lexell, Jan
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Medical Science.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    The meaning of feeling well in people with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury2009In: Journal of Clinical Nursing, ISSN 0962-1067, E-ISSN 1365-2702, Vol. 18, no 16, p. 2273-2281Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Aim. The aim of this study was to elucidate the meaning of feeling well for people with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury.Background. Considerable attention has been given to research consequences, quality of life and satisfaction with life in people with traumatic brain injury. Most studies reveal negative aspects of living with traumatic brain injury. Knowledge that provides an understanding of the meaning of feeling well for people with a traumatic brain injury entails the possibility that they could receive support to feel well, despite their injury.Design. This study used a qualitative research approach, as the aim was to elucidate meaning.Methods. Data were collected through qualitative research interviews with two women and six men with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury who had lived with the injury for between 7-15 years. A phenomenological hermeneutic method was used to interpret the data.Results. The meaning of feeling well for people with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury was that the initially unfamiliar life with traumatic brain injury became familiar. This included finding strength, regaining control over everyday life, being close to someone and being good enough. People with traumatic brain injury felt well when they became reconciled with the circumstances of their life and created a new entity in that life, in which their complete health had been lost.Relevance to clinical practice. This study helps professionals to enhance their understanding and awareness of the possibilities for people with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury to feel well. The study showed that people with traumatic brain injury needed a lot of strength to achieve this. Professionals can help them to feel well by getting to know them and thus find ways to support the person's feeling of wellbeing.

  • 34.
    Jumisko, Eija
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Lexell, Jan
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    The meaning of living with traumatic brain injury in people with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury2005In: Journal of Neuroscience Nursing, ISSN 0888-0395, E-ISSN 1945-2810, Vol. 37, no 1, p. 42-50Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    A traumatic brain injury (TBI) extensively affects the injured person's daily life. Research based on the perspectives of people with TBI can increase understanding of the challenges they face and the possibility of supporting them in managing their lives. The aim of this study was to elucidate the meaning of living with TBI as narrated by the people with moderate or severe TBI. The data were collected by means of qualitative research interviews with 12 participants who had lived with TBI for 4-13 years. A phenomenological hermeneutic method was used to interpret the transcribed interviews. The study showed that people with TBI had lost their way and struggled to achieve a new normalcy. Losing one's way included experiences of waking up to unknown, missing relationships and experiencing the body as an enemy. Participants' struggles to attain a new normalcy included searching for an explanation, recovering the self, wishing to be met with respect, and finding a new way of living. Living with TBI seems to mean living with a perpetually altered body that changed the whole life and caused deep suffering, where feelings of shame and dignity competed with each other. Participants seem to be quite alone in their suffering and need more support from healthcare professionals.

  • 35.
    Juuso, Päivi
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Olsson, Malin
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Living with a double burden: Meanings of pain for women with fibromyalgia2011In: International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-being, ISSN 1748-2623, E-ISSN 1748-2631, Vol. 6, no 3Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Living with fibromyalgia (FM) means living with a chronic pain condition that greatly influences daily life. The majority of people with FM are middle-aged women. The aim of this study was to elucidate meanings of pain for women with FM. Fifteen women with FM were interviewed about their pain experiences and a phenomenological hermeneutic interpretation was used to analyse the interview texts. The findings show that meanings of pain for women with FM can be understood as living with a double burden; living with an aggressive, unpredictable pain and being doubted by others in relation to the invisible pain. The ever-present pain was described as unbearable, overwhelming, and dominated the women’s whole existence. Nevertheless, all the women tried to normalize life by doing daily chores in an attempt to alleviate the pain. In order to support the women’s needs and help them to feel well despite their pain, it is important that nurses and health care personnel acknowledge and understand women with FM and their pain experiences.

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  • 36.
    Juuso, Päivi
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Olsson, Malin
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Meanings of being received and met by others as experienced by women with fibromyalgia2014In: Qualitative Health Research, ISSN 1049-7323, E-ISSN 1552-7557, Vol. 24, no 10, p. 1381-1390Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Fibromyalgia (FM) is a common chronic pain syndrome that mostly affects middle-aged women. Our aim with this study was to elucidate meanings of being received and met by others as experienced by women with FM. Interviews with a narrative approach were conducted with 9 women. We analyzed the transcribed interviews with a phenomenological hermeneutical interpretation. The findings revealed two themes: being seen as a malingerer and being acknowledged. Meanings of being received and met by others, as experienced by women with FM, can be understood as a movement between the two perspectives. When they were acknowledged, their feelings of security and trust increased, but the women could not rely on this because others received and met them in such an unpredictable manner.

  • 37.
    Juuso, Päivi
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Olsson, Malin
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Meanings of feeling well for women with fibromyalgia2013In: Health Care for Women International, ISSN 0739-9332, E-ISSN 1096-4665, Vol. 34, no 8, p. 694-706Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The researchers focus in this study was to elucidate meanings of feeling well for women with fibromyalgia (FM). We obtained narrative interviews with thirteen women with FM and used a phenomenological-hermeneutic interpretation to analyse the interview texts. Our interpretation of the findings show that for women with FM meanings of feeling well can be understood as having strength to be involved. The women's experiences of feeling well meant being in control, having power, finding one's own pace and feelings of belonging.

  • 38.
    Juuso, Päivi
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Olsson, Malin
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    The significance of Associations for women with FM2014In: Disability and Rehabilitation, ISSN 0963-8288, E-ISSN 1464-5165, Vol. 36, no 21, p. 1755-1761Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Purpose: Living with fibromyalgia (FM) means living with a long-term pain syndrome that is invisible to others. Support and understanding from others seem to be important to managing the affected daily life. The aim of this study was to describe the significance of FM associations for women with FM. Methods: Data collection was carried out through focus group discussions with seventeen women with FM. Data were analyzed through thematic content analysis. Results: The findings show that women experienced associations for people with FM as important as they gave access to contacts with others with similar experiences. Their need of togetherness was fulfilled at the association and they described being strengthened by the support received. Because of the lack of information and knowledge about FM, the association was described as an important venue for getting and mediating information about the illness. Conclusions: At the association the women seem to be empowered, which increases their ability to manage their daily lives despite the limitations imposed by FM. Healthcare personnel could not satisfy the women’s needs and to manage to support women with FM. There is a need for communication based on a shared understanding between the women and healthcare personnel.Implications for Rehabilitation Read More: http://informahealthcare.com/eprint/hxrQu88eIVBPKf48aBpd/full

  • 39.
    Lind, Leili
    et al.
    institutionen för medicinsk teknik, Linköpings universitet.
    Kovordanyi, Rita
    Linköpings universitet, Institutionen för data-vetenskap.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Åhlfeldt, Rose-Mharie
    Högskolan i Skövde.
    Svensson, Anders
    Högskolan för lärande och kommunikation i Jönköping.
    Att fånga nyttan av IT-investeringar inom vård och omsorg: En analysmodell för planering och uppföljning av IT-investeringar2011Report (Other academic)
  • 40.
    Lindberg, Birgitta
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Nilsson, Carina
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Zotterman, Daniel
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Using Information and Communication Technology in Home Care for Communication between Patients, Family Members, and Healthcare Professionals: A Systematic Review2013In: International Journal of Telemedicine and Applications, ISSN 1687-6415, E-ISSN 1687-6423Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Introduction. Information and communication technology (ICT) are becoming a natural part in healthcare both for delivering and giving accessibility to healthcare for people with chronic illness living at home. Aim. The aim was to review existing studies describing the use of ICT in home care for communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals. Methods. A review of studies was conducted that identified 1,276 studies. A selection process and quality appraisal were conducted, which finally resulted in 107 studies. Results. The general results offer an overview of characteristics of studies describing the use of ICT applications in home care and are summarized in areas including study approach, quality appraisal, publications data, terminology used for defining the technology, and disease diagnosis. The specific results describe how communication with ICT was performed in home care and the benefits and drawbacks with the use of ICT. Results were predominated by positive responses in the use of ICT. Conclusion. The use of ICT applications in home care is an expanding research area, with a variety of ICT tools used that could increase accessibility to home care. Using ICT can lead to people living with chronic illnesses gaining control of their illness that promotes self-care.

  • 41.
    Lindberg, Inger
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Lindberg, Birgitta
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Department of Nursing Sciences, Mid Sweden University, 83125 Östersund.
    Patients’ and Healthcare Personnel’s Experiences of Health Coaching with Online Self-Management in the Renewing Health Project2017In: International Journal of Telemedicine and Applications, ISSN 1687-6415, E-ISSN 1687-6423, Vol. 2017, article id 9306192Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Background. Telehealth applications have shown positive effects for people with chronic conditions and their awareness of health. Objective. To describe patients’ and healthcare personnel’s experiences of using health coaching with online self-management in primary health care. Method. A pragmatic randomised controlled trial was conducted. Patients in the intervention group measured and reported medical parameters such as blood pressure, blood glucose, prothrombin complex (PK) values, and 2-channel ECG. Data were collected through a questionnaire, individual interviews with patients, and focus group discussions with healthcare personnel. The questionnaire was analysed using statistics; texts from interviews and focus groups were analysed using content analysis. Findings. Patients were satisfied and believed that the intervention had enhanced their care and increased accessibility without causing concerns about privacy. Although being positive, patients commented the lack of support and feedback from healthcare personnel. Healthcare personnel regarded the intervention valuable for the patients’ abilities to perform self-management healthcare tasks but preferred that patients did so without them supporting the patients. Conclusion. Patients expressed satisfaction and acceptance regarding the use of the application. It seems that healthcare personnel are convinced about the benefits for patients and the potential for the intervention but are not convinced about its benefits for healthcare organisations.

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  • 42.
    Lindberg, Inger
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Torbjørnsen, Astrid
    Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Practice, Institute of Health and Society, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway. Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing and Health Promotion, Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences, Oslo, Norway.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Department of Nursing Sciences, Mid Sweden University, Östersund, Sweden.
    Ribu, Lis
    Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing and Health Promotion, Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences, Oslo, Norway.
    Telemonitoring and Health Counseling for Self-Management Support of Patients With Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial2017In: JMIR Diabetes, E-ISSN 2371-4379, Vol. 2, no 1, article id e10Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Background: The prevalence of diabetes is increasing among adults globally, and there is a need for new models of health care delivery. Research has shown that self-management approaches encourage persons with chronic conditions to take a primary role in managing their daily care. Objective: The objective of this study was to investigate whether the introduction of a health technology-supported self-management program involving telemonitoring and health counseling had beneficial effects on glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), other clinical variables (height, weight, body mass index, blood pressure, blood lipid profile), and health-related quality of life (HRQoL), as measured using the Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) version 2 in patients with type 2 diabetes. Methods: This was a pragmatic randomized controlled trial of patients with type 2 diabetes. Both the control and intervention groups received usual care. The intervention group also participated in additional health promotion activities with the use of the Prescribed Healthcare Web application for self-monitoring of blood glucose and blood pressure. About every second month or when needed, the general practitioner or the diabetes nurse reviewed the results and the health care activity plan. Results: A total of 166 patients with type 2 diabetes were randomly assigned to the intervention (n=87) or control (n=79) groups. From the baseline to follow-up, 36 patients in the intervention group and 5 patients in the control group were lost to follow-up, and 2 patients died. Additionally, HbA1c was not available at baseline in one patient in the intervention group. A total of 122 patients were included in the final analysis after 19 months. There were no significant differences between the groups in the primary outcome HbA1c level (P=.33), and in the secondary outcome HRQoL as measured using SF-36. A total of 80% (67/87) of the patients in the intervention group at the baseline, and 98% (47/50) of the responders after 19-month intervention were familiar with using a personal computer (P=.001). After 19 months, nonresponders (ie, data from baseline) reported significantly poorer mental health in social functioning and role emotional subscales on the SF-36 (P=.03, and P=.01, respectively). Conclusions: The primary outcome HbA1c level and the secondary outcome HRQoL did not differ between groups after the 19-month follow-up. Those lost to follow-up reported significantly poorer mental health than did the responders in the intervention group.

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  • 43.
    Lindgren, Eva
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Managing transition with support: Experiences of transition from child and adolescent psychiatry to general adult psychiatry narrated by young adults and relatives2014In: Psychiatry Journal, ISSN 2314-4327, E-ISSN 2314-4335, article id 457160Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Young adults with mental illness who need continuing care when they turn 18 are referred from child and adolescent psychiatry to general adult psychiatry. During this process, young adults are undergoing multiple transitions as they come of age while they transfer to another unit in healthcare. The aim of this study was to explore expectations and experiences of transition from child and adolescent psychiatry to general adult psychiatry as narrated by young adults and relatives. Individual interviews were conducted with three young adults and six relatives and analysed according to grounded theory. The analysis resulted in a core category: managing transition with support, and three categories: being of age but not mature, walking out of security and into uncertainty, and feeling omitted and handling concerns. The young adults’ and relatives' main concerns were that they might be left out and feel uncertainty about the new situation during the transition process. To facilitate the transition process, individual care planning is needed. It is essential that young adults and relatives are participating in the process to be prepared for the changes and achieve a successful transition. Knowledge about the simultaneous processes seems to be an important issue for facilitating transition.

  • 44.
    Lindgren, Eva
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Swedish young adults’ experiences of psychiatric care during transition to adulthood2015In: Issues in Mental Health Nursing, ISSN 0161-2840, E-ISSN 1096-4673, Vol. 36, no 3, p. 182-189Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The number of young adults with mental illness and the need of psychiatric care has increased during the last decades. The aim of the study was to explore young adults’ experiences of psychiatric care during transition to adulthood. Individual interviews were conducted with 11 young adults and analysed according to Grounded Theory. The analyses results showed that support was a prerequisite for transition to adulthood and striving to reach recovery. By being encountered as a person and with a supportive environment, young adults can be motivated to continue care and be encouraged to express feelings.

  • 45.
    Lindgren, Eva
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    The gap in transition between child and adolescent psychiatry and general adult psychiatry2013In: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing, ISSN 1073-6077, E-ISSN 1744-6171, Vol. 26, no 2, p. 103-9Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    BackgroundDuring transition from child and adolescent psychiatry (CAP) to general adult psychiatry (GenP) young adults with mental illness face multilevel transitions along with a risk for disruption in continuity of care. The aim of this study was to describe professionals' experiences and views of the transition process from CAP to GenP. MethodData were collected through six focus group discussions with professionals from both CAP and GenP and analyzed by content analysis. ResultsThe results showed a gap in transition between CAP and GenP when different perspectives and care cultures meet in a complex process. ConclusionsCooperation, transition planning, and a mutual understanding of care can support young adults in transition from CAP to GenP.

  • 46.
    Lindgren, Eva
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    The gap in transition between child and adolescent psychiatry and general psychiatry2013Conference paper (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    BACKGROUND: During transition between Child and adolescent psychiatry (CAP) and General adult psychiatry (GenP) young adults with mental illness face multilevel transitions along with a risk for disruption in continuity of care. Rigid boundaries between the disciplines can be a disadvantage and to decrease the risk transition planning and cooperation are needed.AIM: The aim of this study was to describe professionals’ experiences and views of the transition process from CAP to GenP. METHOD: Data were collected through six focus group discussions with professionals from both CAP and GenP. RESULTS: Data were analysed by content analysis with an deductive approach based on Meleis' middle-range theory of transition. The results showed that young adults were undergoing developmental transitions simultaneous with situational transitions, and they were expected to take responsibility despite they still were in need of support. A gap in transition between CAP and GenP arises when different perspectives, i.e. family and individual perspective, and care cultures meet in a complex process. Lack of knowledge, a mutual understanding and cooperation could also increase the gap. To be able to support the young adult the professionals suggested an individual approach in the transition process.CONCLUSIONS: It is important that professionals at both CAP and GenP focus on transition issues to support young adults to reach a successful transition and adjust to the new situation as adults and user of health care at GenP. Cooperation, transition planning, and a mutual understanding of care can support young adults in transition from CAP to GenP.

  • 47.
    McMillen, Ann-Mari
    et al.
    Lulea, Department of Rehabilitation, Primary Health Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Disabled persons' experience of dependence on assistive devices2002In: Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, ISSN 1103-8128, E-ISSN 1651-2014, Vol. 9, no 4, p. 176-83Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The aim of this study was to elucidate disabled persons' experience of dependence on assistive devices. Fifteen persons were interviewed with a narrative approach. A qualitative thematic content analysis was used to analyse the interview text. The analysis resulted in four themes with nine sub-themes. The study shows that the participants' experience of being dependent on assistive devices included possibilities such as gaining a better quality of life and being able to live a normal life. The dependence also led to obstacles like a fear of injuring oneself when utilizing assistive devices, difficulties in accepting them and worry about future needs for devices. The participants experienced a changed reception from other people and problems imposed by society or the community. They felt that they were treated in a different way and were in the way. A lack of access to public places and a feeling of helplessness when faced with the power of the authorities were other experiences of the participants. The relationship between the approach that people take to their illness and the acceptance of using assistive technology needs further study. Further research concerning the way in which people handle their dependence on assistive devices needs to be conducted.

  • 48.
    Nilsson, Carina
    et al.
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Swedish district nurses' attitudes to implement information and communication technology in home nursing2008In: Open Nursing Journal, E-ISSN 1874-4346, Vol. 2, p. 68-72Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The use of information and communication technology has increased in the society, and can be useful in nursing care. The aim of this study was to describe district nurses' attitudes regarding the implementation of information and communication technology in home nursing. The first and third authors performed five focus group discussions with 19 district nurses' from five primary healthcare centres in northern Sweden. During the focus group discussions, the following topics were discussed: the current and future use of information and communication technology in home nursing; expectations, advantages, disadvantages and hindrances in the use of information and communication technology in home nursing; and the use of information and communication technology from an ethical perspective. The transcribed focus group discussions were analysed using qualitative content analysis. The results showed that district nurses' attitudes were positive regarding the use of information and communication technology in their work. They also asked for possibilities to influence the design and its introduction. However, the use of information and communication technology in home nursing can be described as a complement to communication that could not replace human physical encounters. Improvements and risks, as well as the importance of physical presence in home nursing were considered vital. The results revealed that the use of information and communication technology requires changes in the district nurses' work situation.

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  • 49. Nilsson, Carina
    et al.
    Skär, Lisa
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Söderberg, Siv
    Swedish district nurses' experiences on the use of information and communication technology for supporting people with serious chronic illness living at home: a case study2010In: Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences, ISSN 0283-9318, E-ISSN 1471-6712, Vol. 24, no 2, p. 259-265Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The aim of this case study was to describe two District Nurses' (DN) experiences of using information and communication technology (ICT) to communicate with chronically ill people in their homes. An electronic messaging program via computers and mobile phones with an Internet connection was used, enabling DNs and the ill people to exchange messages to and from anywhere. The program comprised different virtual rooms, and communication was via text messages. The DNs in this study used the program two to four times each week from November 2003 to March 2004. Semi-structured interviews were performed before, during and after the implementation of the new technology and were analysed using thematic content analysis. The results showed that the DNs felt that the technology increased accessibility to nursing care through a more direct communication with the ill person meaning that a more trusting relationship could be created. The DNs also experienced that the use of ICT saved working time. This study indicates that the use of ICT for communication allowed the DN to better support a chronically ill person at home leading to improved home nursing care. This method of communication cannot replace physical presence, but can be seen as a complement to nursing care at home.

  • 50. Nilsson, Carina
    et al.
    Öhman, Marja
    Söderberg, Siv
    Luleå University of Technology, Department of Health Sciences, Nursing Care.
    Information and communication technologies in supporting people living with serious chronic illness at home2004In: Workgroup of European nurse researchers. Biennial conference (12 : Lisboa : 2004), WENR , 2004, p. 95-Conference paper (Other academic)
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