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Papers by Alison Richardson
British Journal of …, Jan 1, 2011
The Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) provides an incentive for practices to establish a cance... more The Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) provides an incentive for practices to establish a cancer register and conduct a review with cancer patients within 6 months of diagnosis, but implementation is unknown.
Psycho‐ …, Jan 1, 2011
Objective: What do we mean by a 'psychological intervention' in the context of cancer care? It is... more Objective: What do we mean by a 'psychological intervention' in the context of cancer care? It is critical to know what treatments are included under this term, if data from diverse treatment trials are to be summarized in order to inform clinical practice. We, therefore, aimed to determine how the term 'psychological intervention' has been defined and used to group and compare interventions in reviews of cancer care.
Richardson, Alison and Wilson-Barnett, Jenifer (1995) A review of nursing research in cancer and ... more Richardson, Alison and Wilson-Barnett, Jenifer (1995) A review of nursing research in cancer and palliative care. In, Richardson, Alison and Wilson-Barnett, Jenifer (eds.) Nursing Research in Cancer Care. London, UK, Scutari Press.
International journal of nursing studies, Jan 1, 2010
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International journal of …, Jan 1, 2009
Background: Prostate cancer is prevalent worldwide. In England, men living with this malignancy o... more Background: Prostate cancer is prevalent worldwide. In England, men living with this malignancy often report unmet psychological, informational, urological and sexual needs. Their experience of care is correspondingly lower than that of other patient groups with cancer. To address this, prostate cancer clinical nurse specialist posts were established across England and Scotland. Their intent was to support men with this form of cancer, enhance symptom management and improve quality of service provision. Objectives: The research sought to investigate prostate cancer clinical nurse specialists' roles, determine whom they targeted services at, and determine their work practices and perceived contribution. Design: A mixed method multi-site exploratory-descriptive design was employed. Settings: Data were collected across four acute NHS Trusts-one in the South of England, one in the Midlands, one in Northern England and one in Scotland, respectively. Participants: Participants included 4 prostate cancer clinical nurse specialists, 19 of their clinical colleagues and 40 men they provided care to. Methods: Data were collected through nurse specialists' completion of a Diary and Contact Sheets. Interviews were conducted concurrently with the nurses, stakeholders they worked alongside and patients on their caseload. Data were collected between November 2004 and January 2006. Results: There was great variation in the qualifications and experience of nurse specialists and in the services they provided. Services ranged from generic support and information provided across the disease trajectory to provision of services to meet specific care needs, e.g. providing nurse-led clinics for erectile dysfunction. Patients and members of the multidisciplinary team welcomed the introduction of nurse specialists but were aware they could become over burdened through their rapidly growing caseloads. Conclusions: Variability in services provided by the prostate cancer nurse specialists arose from differences in local demand for nursing services and the skills and experiences of those appointed. Such variability -whilst understandable -has implications for access and equity across patient groups. Further, it can compromise efforts to define clinical nurse specialists' contribution to care, can impede others' expectation of their role, and render their outcomes difficult to evaluate. ß
Journal of Pain and …, Jan 1, 2011
Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a common and distressing symptom affecting patients with cancer. ... more Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a common and distressing symptom affecting patients with cancer. There is an increasing number of drug trials examining potential treatments for CRF. Methylphenidate represents one of the most researched drugs in this area, and an up-to-date assessment of the evidence for its use is needed. To assess and summarize the increasing evidence for the use of psychostimulants, particularly methylphenidate, in the treatment of CRF. A systematic review of electronic databases was conducted from inception to the start of October 2009, together with cross-referencing of cited abstracts and hand searching of relevant cancer journals. A meta-analysis was conducted on five psychostimulant trials (n=426 participants). The overall standardized mean difference was -0.28 (95% confidence interval [CI] -0.48, -0.09; P=0.005), although several trials failed to find any benefit over placebo. There were no differences in the frequency of adverse events between methylphenidate and placebo: combined odds ratio 1.24 (95% CI 0.42, 3.62). There is preliminary evidence for the use of psychostimulants to treat CRF. The absolute numbers still remain small, and further confirmation is needed before firm recommendations on their usage and safety can be made in the treatment of CRF.
Age and …, Jan 1, 2010
Background: there is limited understanding of symptoms and care in the last few months of life fo... more Background: there is limited understanding of symptoms and care in the last few months of life for adults dying from causes other than cancer. Objective: the aim of the study is to compare the experiences in the community in the last 3 months of life of older adults dying from cancer and non-cancer causes. Design: the study employed a retrospective cross-sectional survey of bereaved relatives. Setting: the survey took place across eight cancer networks in England. Subjects: a random sample of 1,266 adults who registered a death occurring in someone aged 65 and over between August 2002 and February 2004 was drawn.
Journal of Research …, Jan 1, 2008
Elite groups are interesting as they frequently are powerful (in terms of position, knowledge and... more Elite groups are interesting as they frequently are powerful (in terms of position, knowledge and influence) and enjoy considerable authority. It is important, therefore, to involve them in research concerned with understanding social contexts and processes. This is particularly pertinent in healthcare where considerable strategic development and change are features of everyday practice that may be guided, or perceived as being guided, by elites.
European journal of …, Jan 1, 2006
European Journal of …, Jan 1, 2001
This paper describes the structure of an audit study together with the two-phase development of a... more This paper describes the structure of an audit study together with the two-phase development of an audit tool and methodology. The purpose of the study was to develop a tool that defines and measures best practice in colorectal cancer nursing, and identifies areas for development. The European Oncology Nursing Society (EONS) and AstraZeneca collaborated to develop the Nursing in Colorectal Cancer Initiative (NICCI). The initiative was funded through educational grants from AstraZeneca and led by EONS. It is a project with two components, education and audit. The purpose of the project is to provide a sound educational basis for nurses in the elements of colorectal cancer care, together with the tools to evaluate and develop practice. The education phase culminated in an educational manual that provides a core set of materials concerning the fundamental aspects of colorectal cancer, to foster a common understanding amongst nurses nationally and internationally. The education manual provided the referenced rationale for the definition of a set of hallmarks and standards of clinical practice. The audit tool was developed from the hallmarks and standards and is focused on the care of patients receiving cytotoxic chemotherapy for colorectal cancer. The audit methodology is based on the structure, process outcome triad, together with the TELER TM system of audit. #
Description/Abstract This text reviews and brings nurses up-to-date on important recent research ... more Description/Abstract This text reviews and brings nurses up-to-date on important recent research in cancer care. It creates an overview of studies which are considered critical for the development of nursing practice by drawing together the work of 18 researchers. The ...
Palliative …, Jan 1, 2007
664 Editorial of multicomponent (complex) interventions, this was chosen as the main topic of sha... more 664 Editorial of multicomponent (complex) interventions, this was chosen as the main topic of shared interest. The evaluation of complex interventions poses special challenges and COMPASS aims to overcome these and develop new and effective ways of identifying, ...
Nursing Times …, Jan 1, 2002
Data were obtained through telephone interviews with directors of nursing services, and a postal ... more Data were obtained through telephone interviews with directors of nursing services, and a postal survey of relevant staff. Fifty two people responsible for nursing and midwifery R&D were invited to complete the questionnaire, of whom 34 responded. The majority of trusts were able to ...
Journal of clinical Nursing, Jan 1, 1994
... Fatigue and cancer: a phenomenological study. SUSANNE PEARCE BSC(HONS), RGN 1 ,;ALISON RICHAR... more ... Fatigue and cancer: a phenomenological study. SUSANNE PEARCE BSC(HONS), RGN 1 ,;ALISON RICHARDSON MSc, BN (HONS), RGN, ONCCERT 2. Article first published online: 14 NOV 2007. DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2702.1994.tb00416.x. Issue. Journal of Clinical Nursing. ...
European Journal of …, Jan 1, 2001
This paper describes the structure of an audit study together with the two-phase development of a... more This paper describes the structure of an audit study together with the two-phase development of an audit tool and methodology. The purpose of the study was to develop a tool that defines and measures best practice in colorectal cancer nursing, and identifies ...
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European Journal …, Jan 1, 2006
British Journal of …, Jan 1, 2011
The Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) provides an incentive for practices to establish a cance... more The Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) provides an incentive for practices to establish a cancer register and conduct a review with cancer patients within 6 months of diagnosis, but implementation is unknown.
Psycho‐ …, Jan 1, 2011
Objective: What do we mean by a 'psychological intervention' in the context of cancer care? It is... more Objective: What do we mean by a 'psychological intervention' in the context of cancer care? It is critical to know what treatments are included under this term, if data from diverse treatment trials are to be summarized in order to inform clinical practice. We, therefore, aimed to determine how the term 'psychological intervention' has been defined and used to group and compare interventions in reviews of cancer care.
Richardson, Alison and Wilson-Barnett, Jenifer (1995) A review of nursing research in cancer and ... more Richardson, Alison and Wilson-Barnett, Jenifer (1995) A review of nursing research in cancer and palliative care. In, Richardson, Alison and Wilson-Barnett, Jenifer (eds.) Nursing Research in Cancer Care. London, UK, Scutari Press.
International journal of nursing studies, Jan 1, 2010
What is already known about the topic?
International journal of …, Jan 1, 2009
Background: Prostate cancer is prevalent worldwide. In England, men living with this malignancy o... more Background: Prostate cancer is prevalent worldwide. In England, men living with this malignancy often report unmet psychological, informational, urological and sexual needs. Their experience of care is correspondingly lower than that of other patient groups with cancer. To address this, prostate cancer clinical nurse specialist posts were established across England and Scotland. Their intent was to support men with this form of cancer, enhance symptom management and improve quality of service provision. Objectives: The research sought to investigate prostate cancer clinical nurse specialists' roles, determine whom they targeted services at, and determine their work practices and perceived contribution. Design: A mixed method multi-site exploratory-descriptive design was employed. Settings: Data were collected across four acute NHS Trusts-one in the South of England, one in the Midlands, one in Northern England and one in Scotland, respectively. Participants: Participants included 4 prostate cancer clinical nurse specialists, 19 of their clinical colleagues and 40 men they provided care to. Methods: Data were collected through nurse specialists' completion of a Diary and Contact Sheets. Interviews were conducted concurrently with the nurses, stakeholders they worked alongside and patients on their caseload. Data were collected between November 2004 and January 2006. Results: There was great variation in the qualifications and experience of nurse specialists and in the services they provided. Services ranged from generic support and information provided across the disease trajectory to provision of services to meet specific care needs, e.g. providing nurse-led clinics for erectile dysfunction. Patients and members of the multidisciplinary team welcomed the introduction of nurse specialists but were aware they could become over burdened through their rapidly growing caseloads. Conclusions: Variability in services provided by the prostate cancer nurse specialists arose from differences in local demand for nursing services and the skills and experiences of those appointed. Such variability -whilst understandable -has implications for access and equity across patient groups. Further, it can compromise efforts to define clinical nurse specialists' contribution to care, can impede others' expectation of their role, and render their outcomes difficult to evaluate. ß
Journal of Pain and …, Jan 1, 2011
Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a common and distressing symptom affecting patients with cancer. ... more Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a common and distressing symptom affecting patients with cancer. There is an increasing number of drug trials examining potential treatments for CRF. Methylphenidate represents one of the most researched drugs in this area, and an up-to-date assessment of the evidence for its use is needed. To assess and summarize the increasing evidence for the use of psychostimulants, particularly methylphenidate, in the treatment of CRF. A systematic review of electronic databases was conducted from inception to the start of October 2009, together with cross-referencing of cited abstracts and hand searching of relevant cancer journals. A meta-analysis was conducted on five psychostimulant trials (n=426 participants). The overall standardized mean difference was -0.28 (95% confidence interval [CI] -0.48, -0.09; P=0.005), although several trials failed to find any benefit over placebo. There were no differences in the frequency of adverse events between methylphenidate and placebo: combined odds ratio 1.24 (95% CI 0.42, 3.62). There is preliminary evidence for the use of psychostimulants to treat CRF. The absolute numbers still remain small, and further confirmation is needed before firm recommendations on their usage and safety can be made in the treatment of CRF.
Age and …, Jan 1, 2010
Background: there is limited understanding of symptoms and care in the last few months of life fo... more Background: there is limited understanding of symptoms and care in the last few months of life for adults dying from causes other than cancer. Objective: the aim of the study is to compare the experiences in the community in the last 3 months of life of older adults dying from cancer and non-cancer causes. Design: the study employed a retrospective cross-sectional survey of bereaved relatives. Setting: the survey took place across eight cancer networks in England. Subjects: a random sample of 1,266 adults who registered a death occurring in someone aged 65 and over between August 2002 and February 2004 was drawn.
Journal of Research …, Jan 1, 2008
Elite groups are interesting as they frequently are powerful (in terms of position, knowledge and... more Elite groups are interesting as they frequently are powerful (in terms of position, knowledge and influence) and enjoy considerable authority. It is important, therefore, to involve them in research concerned with understanding social contexts and processes. This is particularly pertinent in healthcare where considerable strategic development and change are features of everyday practice that may be guided, or perceived as being guided, by elites.
European journal of …, Jan 1, 2006
European Journal of …, Jan 1, 2001
This paper describes the structure of an audit study together with the two-phase development of a... more This paper describes the structure of an audit study together with the two-phase development of an audit tool and methodology. The purpose of the study was to develop a tool that defines and measures best practice in colorectal cancer nursing, and identifies areas for development. The European Oncology Nursing Society (EONS) and AstraZeneca collaborated to develop the Nursing in Colorectal Cancer Initiative (NICCI). The initiative was funded through educational grants from AstraZeneca and led by EONS. It is a project with two components, education and audit. The purpose of the project is to provide a sound educational basis for nurses in the elements of colorectal cancer care, together with the tools to evaluate and develop practice. The education phase culminated in an educational manual that provides a core set of materials concerning the fundamental aspects of colorectal cancer, to foster a common understanding amongst nurses nationally and internationally. The education manual provided the referenced rationale for the definition of a set of hallmarks and standards of clinical practice. The audit tool was developed from the hallmarks and standards and is focused on the care of patients receiving cytotoxic chemotherapy for colorectal cancer. The audit methodology is based on the structure, process outcome triad, together with the TELER TM system of audit. #
Description/Abstract This text reviews and brings nurses up-to-date on important recent research ... more Description/Abstract This text reviews and brings nurses up-to-date on important recent research in cancer care. It creates an overview of studies which are considered critical for the development of nursing practice by drawing together the work of 18 researchers. The ...
Palliative …, Jan 1, 2007
664 Editorial of multicomponent (complex) interventions, this was chosen as the main topic of sha... more 664 Editorial of multicomponent (complex) interventions, this was chosen as the main topic of shared interest. The evaluation of complex interventions poses special challenges and COMPASS aims to overcome these and develop new and effective ways of identifying, ...
Nursing Times …, Jan 1, 2002
Data were obtained through telephone interviews with directors of nursing services, and a postal ... more Data were obtained through telephone interviews with directors of nursing services, and a postal survey of relevant staff. Fifty two people responsible for nursing and midwifery R&D were invited to complete the questionnaire, of whom 34 responded. The majority of trusts were able to ...
Journal of clinical Nursing, Jan 1, 1994
... Fatigue and cancer: a phenomenological study. SUSANNE PEARCE BSC(HONS), RGN 1 ,;ALISON RICHAR... more ... Fatigue and cancer: a phenomenological study. SUSANNE PEARCE BSC(HONS), RGN 1 ,;ALISON RICHARDSON MSc, BN (HONS), RGN, ONCCERT 2. Article first published online: 14 NOV 2007. DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2702.1994.tb00416.x. Issue. Journal of Clinical Nursing. ...
European Journal of …, Jan 1, 2001
This paper describes the structure of an audit study together with the two-phase development of a... more This paper describes the structure of an audit study together with the two-phase development of an audit tool and methodology. The purpose of the study was to develop a tool that defines and measures best practice in colorectal cancer nursing, and identifies ...
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European Journal …, Jan 1, 2006