Background Xerostomia negatively affects quality of life. Symptoms include oral dryness;
thirst; difficulty speaking, chewing, and swallowing food; oral discomfort; mouth soft tissue …

Aim The aim of this study was to summarise the overall picture of thirst‐related research in
patients with heart failure. Design We conducted a scoping review following the Arskey and …

The sensation of thirstiness is the desire to drink water. In certain situations, the ingestion of
liquid water can be restricted. As a result, thirstiness is not relieved, resulting in an …

Aim To identify the risk and protective factors affecting thirst symptoms in patients with heart
failure (HF) and intervention strategies to alleviate thirst symptoms. Design An integrative …

Background Thirst is a frequent and burdening symptom in many patients, especially in
patients with chronic heart failure (CHF) and/or receiving hemodialysis (HD). As drug …

Background Many patients with chronic heart failure (CHF) are critically ill and experience
increased thirst. Study aims are to develop and evaluate a nurse-based counselling …

There is a high prevalence of anxiety, depression, and stress in patients with chronic kidney
disease (CKD) and these factors associated with psychotropic medications can lead to …

Objective: This guideline document aims to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and safety
of loop diuretic administration for heart failure (HF) patients in order to reduce symptoms …

Aims: Complaints of thirst accompanied by dry mouth are the main complaints of
hemodialysis patients with poor compliance due to excess fluid intake, inability to restrict …

Background: Thirst in patients with heart failure is commonly overlooked by health providers
despite its high prevalence and great detriment. The aim of this study was to explore the …