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Dr Charles Hendry

Research interests

My PhD explored caseload priority setting in learner and trained nurses, however, my current decision making research explores the concept of 'watchful waiting' as a strategy in prioritising patient care. This work examines the factors that influence the adoption of this strategy in nursing and midwifery and makes comparisons with this approach as used in medicine. I am particularly interested in novice/expert differences, and the nature of expertise. Methodologically I have experience in think aloud method or verbal protocols examining healthcare professionals' critical thinking and decision making skills. I have also used other methods including simulation, observation, and interviews.

Recent health-related publications

Hendry, C. 2005. Commentary on White, E., and Winstanley, J. Mapping nursing research: A methodological model. Journal of Research in Nursing 10, 677-678.

Farley A, Hendry C. and Napier P. 2005. Paracetamol poisoning: physiological aspects and management strategies. Nursing Standard. 19, 38, 58-64.

Jack, B., Hendry, C. and Topping, A. 2004. Third year student nurses perceptions of the role and impact of Clinical Nurse Specialists: A multi-centred descriptive study. Clinical Effectiveness in Nursing. 8, 39-46.

Hendry, C. and Walker, A. 2004. Priority setting in clinical nursing practice: literature review. Journal of Advanced Nursing. 47, 4; 427-436.

Current grants

Snowdon, M., Smith, K.M., and Hendry, C. 2004 A preliminary investigation of the health status of patients admitted with an acute exacerbation of heart failure during their hospital admission and at three months after discharge. TUHT Research Fund.

Paul, F., Hendry, C., and Cabrelli, L. 2002 The development and evaluation of a new information booklet designed for patients and relatives following critical illness in an Intensive Care Unit. RCN Research Society (Scotland)/NMPDU.

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