Vascular nursing research review: 1980--1990

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Vascular Nursing
• Vascular Disease Research

Background:

• The field of vascular nursing has experienced substantial growth and development over the past decade.
• There has been a significant increase in the volume of published vascular nursing literature.
• Nurse researchers are increasingly focusing on the specific needs of patients with vascular conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To examine the extent and primary themes of vascular nursing research published between 1980 and 1990.
• To identify under-researched areas within vascular nursing.
• To propose recommendations for future vascular nursing research endeavors.

Main Methods:

• A comprehensive review of the vascular nursing research literature from 1980 to 1990 was conducted.
• The analysis focused on quantifying the amount of research and identifying major thematic trends.
• Key areas of investigation included patient and family adaptation to vascular disease and clinical therapeutic interventions.

Main Results:

• The review revealed a considerable increase in vascular nursing research output during the specified period.
• Key themes identified centered on adaptation to vascular disease and clinical management strategies.
• Significant gaps in the existing research were noted, indicating areas for future exploration.

Conclusions:

• Vascular nursing is an evolving specialty with a growing body of research.
• Current research addresses adaptation and therapeutics, but further investigation is needed in other areas.
• Recommendations are provided to guide future research, aiming to enhance the vascular nursing field.