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The construction and implementation of a clinical nursing experts-oriented retraining program for peritoneal dialysis specialist nurses
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This study aimed to develop a structured retraining program for peritoneal dialysis nurses using the ADDIE model, emphasizing clinical nursing expert orientation and job competency to facilitate their transition toward expert-level practice. Methods: From May 1, 2023, to September 30, 2025, the research...
Anticipated stigma and perceived social support among maintenance hemodialysis patients in Syria: a multicentre cross-sectional study in a conflict-affected setting
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Stigma is a significant psychosocial challenge among patients receiving maintenance hemodialysis (HD). Evidence from conflict-affected, resource-limited settings is scarce, particularly regarding anticipated stigma, perceived social support, and site-level differences in dialysis care. Objective: To...
Impact of vitamin D3 intake on hemoglobin levels and erythropoietin response in patients on hemodialysis: a randomized single blinded trial
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Patients on regular hemodialysis (HD) are at the highest risk of developing anemia. Vitamin D deficiency is more prevalent in HD patients. Recent studies have suggested that improving vitamin D status can reduce both anemia and the need for higher recombinant human erythropoietin (EPO) dosing. This study...
Effect of a home-based supervised personalised diet on malnutrition and frailty in dialysis patients: a randomised controlled trial
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Protein-energy wasting and frailty are highly prevalent among maintenance dialysis patients, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where nutrition care is often limited to brief, one-time counselling. We evaluated whether a home-based, supervised, personalised diet with structured follow-up...
