Heart failure Thirst Heart Failure Thirst Fluid Restriction Nonpharmacological Intervention Nursing Care
Conditions
Interventions
Participants in the intervention arm received a multicomponent non drug thirst relief intervention in addition to usual care. The intervention included application of menthol lip balm to moisturize th
Multicomponent Thirst Relief Intervention,Usual Care
Sponsors
Chi Mei Medical Center
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to 99 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1.Adults aged 18 years or older with a diagnosis of heart failure. 2.Patients who are receiving fluid restriction as part of routine clinical care. 3.Patients who report subjective thirst. 4.Patients who are conscious and able to communicate. 5.Patients who are able to understand the study procedures and provide informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1.Patients receiving renal replacement therapy or dialysis. 2.Patients with swallowing difficulties or a high risk of aspiration. 3.Patients with impaired consciousness or cognitive impairment that limits communication. 4.Patients with known intolerance or discomfort related to menthol. 5.Patients who decline to participate in the study.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Thirst Intensity Baseline and daily for seven days Visual Analog Scale | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Thirst Frequency Baseline and daily for seven days Thirst Distress Scale for Heart Failure | — |
Countries
Taiwan
Contacts
Public Contactpo han chen
RN po han chen
Outcome results
None listed