Anaesthesiology residents at Leiden University Medical Center regularly undergo simulation training with a full-body manikin. This is a vital aspect of the clinical programme providing a stressful yet safe environment for effective critical resource management (CRM) training. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 …

The intersection of financial technology (FinTech) and financial inclusion is increasingly recognized in both academic research and policy as a powerful tool for addressing global challenges and supporting sustainable development. Financial inclusion is essential for achieving the United Nations' sustainable …

Family participation in essential care may be beneficial for both ICU patients and relatives [2]. It may also improve the patient’s comfort, safety and quality of care [5]. Furthermore, relatives may feel less powerless during the patient’s ICU stay when participating in care [2]. Most ICU healthcare …

Quality improvements (QIs) in dynamic and complex health care contexts require resilience and take variability into account in quality improvement. The Functional Resonance Analysis Method (FRAM) helps us understand resilience and gain insight into (un)desirable variability in the complex system of daily …

In many western countries informal care is conceived as the answer to the increasing care demand. Little is known how formal and informal caregivers collaborate in the context of an diverse ageing population. The aim of this study was to gain insight in how professionals’ perspectives regarding the collaboration …

Background There is a shift from inpatient to home-based geriatric rehabilitation (HBGR), and potential benefits are demonstrated. Previously, a theoretical HBGR model, version 1.0, has been developed, outlining its essential components. However, clear guidance on the practical design and organisation …

Background Self-management support is widely considered a critical aspect of nursing. Still, many studies indicate that nurses frequently experience difficulties in daily practice. Objective To gain a deeper understanding of the factors perceived by nurses to impede or promote their support of patients’ …

Purpose Worry is an intuitive sense that goes beyond logical reasoning and is valuable in situations where patients’ conditions are rapidly changing or when objective data may not fully capture the complexity of a patient’s situation. Nurse anesthetists’ subjective reasons for worry are quite vague as …

This thesis explores the design and development of a customizable avatar system within Unity, aimed at facilitating conversations between healthcare professionals and their clients regarding family relations, mental health, and self-image in mental health facilities. Employing a multi-phase research …