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Thirst in heart failure: A scoping review.

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This scoping review summarizes thirst in heart failure patients. Research covers thirst incidence, contributing factors, and interventions, providing a comprehensive overview for clinical practice and future studies.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Nursing Research
  • Symptom Management

Background:

  • Thirst is a common and distressing symptom in patients with heart failure.
  • Understanding the scope of research on thirst in this population is crucial for improving patient care.
  • Existing literature on thirst in heart failure requires synthesis to identify knowledge gaps and research priorities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a comprehensive scoping review of existing literature on thirst in patients diagnosed with heart failure.
  • To map the current research landscape, identifying key themes related to thirst incidence, influencing factors, and management strategies.
  • To provide an overall picture of thirst-related research to guide future investigations and clinical interventions.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic scoping review was performed adhering to the Arksey and O'Malley methodological framework and the PAGER framework.
  • Extensive searches were conducted across multiple electronic databases (e.g., PubMed, CINAHL, Web of Science) and grey literature sources.
  • Article screening and data extraction were performed independently by two researchers, with disagreements resolved by a third.

Main Results:

  • A total of 825 articles were initially retrieved, with 26 studies ultimately included in the review.
  • The synthesized findings were categorized into three main themes: incidence of thirst, factors contributing to thirst, and intervention measures for thirst.
  • The review identified a significant body of research but highlighted the need for further investigation into specific aspects of thirst management.

Conclusions:

  • This scoping review provides a structured overview of the current research on thirst in heart failure patients.
  • The findings highlight the incidence, contributing factors, and interventions related to thirst, offering valuable insights for healthcare professionals.
  • Further research is recommended to address identified gaps and enhance the effective management of thirst in this vulnerable patient group.