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Three-Month Trajectories And Key Factors Of Preventive Treatment Efficacy In Patients With Migraine, Ming Jung Tsai, Yen-Feng Wang, Shuu-Jiun Wang, Yu-Chi Chen

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1. Purpose: The primary aim of this study is to explore the trajectories of monthly headache days (MHDs) among patients with migraine over a three-month period following preventive treatment. The secondary aim is to identify key factors that influence these trajectories, providing insights for effective nursing interventions that emphasize health promotion and chronic disease prevention to alleviate the chronic burden of migraine.

2. Methods: A prospective cohort study was conducted at a neurology outpatient clinic in Taiwan, involving 132 migraine patients, of whom 116 completed the 3-month follow-up. Nursing assessments included evaluations of personality traits, sleep quality, anxiety, depression, and …

Effects Of A Peer-Facilitated, Recovery-Focused Illness Self-Care Program For Early-Stage Psychosis, Wai Tong Chien, Richard Gray

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This assessor-blinded, multicenter randomized controlled trial aimed to examine the effectiveness of a peer-facilitated, recovery-focused self-management of Psychosis (PRSP) program supported by a psychiatric nurse (case manager) in improving recovery, mental state, problem-solving ability and other health outcomes of adults with early-stage psychosis over an 18-month follow-up (at immediately and 9 and 18 months post-intervention). The effects of the PRSP were compared with a nurse-led psychoeducation and a usual care group.

198 Chinese patients with early-stage psychosis randomly selected from 4 Community Centers for Mental Wellness (Feb-Aug 2023) and randomly assigned into 1 of the 3 study groups (PRSP, psychoeducation …

Effects Of A Communication Intervention On Nursing Home Quality Indicators, Kristine Williams, Clarissa Shaw, Maria Hein, Yelena Perkhounkova, Carissa Coleman, Frances M. Yang, Maria Roche-Dean

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There is a critical need to improve quality of care in long term service and support settings (LTSS).1 Elderspeak communication is linked to behavioral and psychological symptom responses (BPSD) in nursing home (NH) residents with dementia.2 The Changing Talk (CHAT) intervention improved staff communication and reduced resident BPSD in NH care.3,4 To evaluate effects of the CHAT intervention, we compared NH-level quality measures before and after participation in intervention and control groups. Aggregate minimum data set data was extracted for the quarter before and after NHs participated as intervention or no-treatment controls in years 1 and 2 of the CHATO …

A Pilot Study Of Integrating Vr Into Innovative Nursing Education By Interprofessional Collaboration, Luna Chang, Shu-Chuan Chen, Hsiao Hua Kao, Pei Jung Hsieh, Yi-Ying Tsao

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Due to global threats from infectious diseases, aging populations, and rising community health care needs such as chronic illnesses and dementia, nursing students face significant pressure when dealing with complex patient scenarios and health behavior challenges. There is an urgent need to develop innovative nursing curriculum designs through interdisciplinary collaboration, teaching students to integrate information technology into health care [1,5,6]. This approach will help cultivate their self-directed learning, innovation, and problem-solving skills, better preparing them for the evolving health care environment [2,3,4].

This study employs a comparative research design, with data collection conducted from May 2023 to September 2023. The …

Development Of A Cancer Rehabilitation Programme For Women Treated For Gynecological Cancer, Ka Ming Chow, Carmen W. H. Chan, Alexandra Mccarthy, Jiemin Zhu, Kai Chow Choi, Alice W. Y. Leung

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Introduction: Gynaecological cancer (GC) is the second most common cancer worldwide.1 While incidence is rising, advances in cancer diagnosis and treatment mean more women with GC now live longer lives. Cancer rehabilitation has been recommended for people treated for cancer to facilitate their recovery. Women treated for GC report a strong desire for supportive care to motivate them to make the changes necessary to reduce their risk and promote their health post-treatment.2 However, no structured rehabilitation and supportive programme tailored for women treated for GC is available.

Methods: A multimodal cancer rehabilitation programme (MRCI) was developed based on Level I-II …

Factors Impacting Nurse Perception Of Professional Development In A Saudi Arabian Health Organization, Joanne Lee London

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Nursing Professional development is an essential enabler for nursing professional practice and career trajectory. Empirical evidence supports nurses and health care organizations commitment to professional development is intrinsic to the high quality safe patient care.

The study aim to explore perceptions of Registered Nurses regarding professional development.

A qualitative methodology, conducted in the Cardiology Clinic of a tertiary referral hospital with Magnet re-designation, in Riyadh Saudi Arabia.

Five registered nurses with novice to expert nursing experience were purposively sampled. Two focus groups were conducted, which were audio recorded and transcribed verbatim. Academic rigor was ensured through the principles of trustworthiness. …

An Analysis Of Psychological Capital And Influencing Factors Among Disaster Care Reservists, Qianmei Zhong

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Introduction: In recent years, with frequent occurrence of public health emergencies, various infectious diseases and natural disasters have placed a prominent burden on global public health and healthcare systems, especially on healthcare workers. This study aimed to investigate the current state of psychological capital among disaster care reservists and the factors influencing it.

Methods: Between January and February 2024, 330 members of the disaster nursing reserve team from four tertiary general hospitals in Mianyang, China, were surveyed using the STAR questionnaire to obtain information on general demographics, psychological capital, and job burnout.

Results: The total score of psychological capital was …

A Qualitative Study About Healthcare Practices For Rural Guatemalan Women, Linda Johanson

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The purpose for this qualitative study to assess the healthcare practices of women in rural Guatemala. Understanding how women there approach health would provide useful information for nurses involved in development of culturally sensitive sustainable healthcare programs in Guatemala, and in providing culturally sensitive care to Guatemalan patients who are living outside of their country.

Studies have confirmed many challenges that rural Guatemalan experience with respect to health care services. Medical equipment and medications are notably scarce for pediatric patients (Hughes et al., 2022), and availability of access to care for adolescents is also deficient (Hassan et al., 2020). Attempts …

A Cross-Country Comparison Of The Vitality Acupunch Exercise Effects On Long-Term Care Residents, Kuei-Min Chen, Brittany Murley, Szu-Yu Chen

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Purpose: Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) oriented chair-based exercises are suitable for older adults living in long-term care facilities (LTC) due to their mild nature. However, their efficacy in different cultural environments was unclear. To address this question, a cross-country comparison study was conducted to test the treatment outcomes of a TCM-oriented chair-based acupunch exercise program, the Vitality Acupunch (VA), administered for both Eastern and Western samples.

Methods: This study adopted a longitudinal design to test the efficacy of the VA program for 80 long-term care older residents in Taiwan (n treatment = 23; n control = 17) and in …

Vr-Glasses And Serious Games To Promote Well-Being And Reduce Stress Of Older Persons In Hospitals, Iris Tamara Schneider, Daniela Karl

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Over the last decades an increasing number of older persons in the population, is recognized worldwide, followed by a rising number of older patients in clinical settings (UN, 2024). Isolation, stress, less activities for the patients (Schneider, 2019), staff shortage and limited time resources are illustrated (Buchnan & Catton 2023, WHO, 2020). Technical innovations may help assist patients reduce stressors. Well examined are effects of training cognitive skills within a virtual reality environment (Apochi et al., 2024, Chan et al., 2024). VR-Glasses and serious games with immersive experiences form an environment by shielding personal surroundings and settings (Doerner et al. …

Mapping Key Components Of Substance Use Disorder Stigma Awareness Education: A Scoping Review, Marianne Adam, Erin Kitt-Lewis, Kat Phillips

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The substance use epidemic is the latest wave in a series of global substance use related public health crises (Mania et al., 2021; Jemberie et al., 2020). A fundamental cause of health inequities, stigma impacts the development of substance use disorder (SUD), undermines treatment efforts, and drives disparities within these crises (Earnshaw, 2020; Nyblade et al., 2019; Carrara et al., 2021). Stigma awareness education is an essential component to prepare nurses and healthcare providers who care for people with SUD. However, the types and quality of stigma awareness educational programs is not well documented in the literature. The purpose of …

Perceived Benefits Of Health Promotion Behavior On Puerperal Sepsis Among Postpartum Mothers, Salma Akhter, Fahima Khatun, Ela Rani Shom, Shanzida Khatun

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Background: Puerperal sepsis is liable for maternal demise globally (Nchimbi & Joho, 2022). Perception of health promotion behavior by post-partum mothers influence the prevention of puerperal sepsis that ultimately promote maternal health. Objectives: The study was done to identify the perception influencing health promotion behavior on puerperal sepsis among post-partum mothers.

Method: A descriptive study was conducted by including conveniently 112 post-partum mothers from Dhaka Medical College Hospital. We used personal characteristics, perceived benefits, and puerperal sepsis preventive behavior questionnaires for collecting data. To describe the relationship among study variables Pearson’s correlation, t-test, and analysis of variance (ANOVA) were used. …

Optimizing Clinical Training In Novice Nurse Anesthesia Residents Through Simulation-Based Education, Yasmine Nicole Campbell, Nimisha A. Francis, Valerie J. Diaz

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Background: The educational transition from an intensive care unit nurse to a nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) is challenging. Adequate clinical acumen is expected upon arrival to the learning environment, especially in the context of anesthesia clinical skills and cognitive knowledge. Consequently, providing a learning environment and physical practice builds the foundation for skill sets and enhances NAR proficiency. A routine simulation involving foundational skills in anesthesia will expose NARs routinely to develop workflow, clinical skills, and critical thinking abilities. This quality improvement project aims to evaluate the best evidence-based method for clinical training for first-year nurse anesthesia residents in simulation …

Exploring Ai In Hospice And Palliative Care: An Integrative Review, Tuzhen Xu, Gloria M. Rose, Caiyi Liu, Lin Li, Sen Zhu

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Background: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly transforming the healthcare industry by integrating various algorithmic models into electronic health records and wearable health technologies. These advancements support healthcare providers in making evidence-based decisions and predicting patient outcomes, ultimately enhancing the quality of care. This integrative literature review synthesizes peer-reviewed research on the application of AI in palliative and hospice care, aiming to identify both the implications and barriers to practice and research in this vital area.

Methods: We conducted a comprehensive search across nine databases—Academic Search Complete, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Cochrane, PubMed, Medline, Web …

Usability Evaluation Of Patient-Centered Educational Content Using Virtual Reality On Mri Exams, Hye Jin Yoo, Sang Min Kim

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Background: Virtual reality technology allows users to experience specific situations in a virtual world without having to experience the real situation [1]. Recently, interest in virtual reality has increased in the healthcare field, and the field of application is expanding [2]. Patient-centered intervention using virtual reality for patients about to undergo magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is considered a cost-effective way to improve negative experiences that may occur during the examination [3]. In cases such as MRI where the examination should be performed in a noisy and narrow space, desensitization therapy using virtual reality can be an effective alternative to …

Effects Of A Nurse-Led Hearing Loss Management Intervention For Older Adults On Health Outcomes, Ya-Chuan Tseng, Meei-Fang Lou

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Purpose: To examine the effects of a nurse-led hearing intervention on communication ability, loneliness, depression, quality of life and hearing aid satisfaction in older adults with hearing loss.

Methods: This was a single-blind, parallel-arm, randomized controlled trial with a repeated measure design. Older adults with hearing loss (N =57) were recruited from an otolaryngology clinic of a university-affiliated hospital in northern Taiwan from September 2021 to October 2023. Participants were randomly allocated to either the intervention, a nurse-led 10-week hearing loss management program (n = 28) or wait-listed as controls (n = 29). The program included (1) ten 60-minute one-on-one …

Cultural Variations In Depressive Symptoms Among Young East Asian Canadian And White Counterparts, Claire Song, Farinaz Havaei, Susan Dahinten, Saima Hirani

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Purpose: This study investigates the cultural variations in depressive symptom expression between Young East Asian Canadian adults (YEAC) and their White counterparts, assessing the validity of the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) across these diverse groups. Given the critical role of nurses in early detection and management of depression, understanding these cultural nuances is vital for developing effective, inclusive healthcare strategies.

Background: Depression is a leading cause of disability globally, with significant implications for public health, especially among young adults1. This group faces unique stressors—academic pressures, social challenges, and the transition to adulthood—that increase their vulnerability to depression. Nurses often rely …

Enhancing Ehealth Technology Acceptance Among Patients With Chronic Illness-Role Of Ehealth Literacy, Lian-Shin Shiu, Yu-Chi Chen

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Purpose: With the integration of healthcare and technology continuously accelerating, These technological transformations present significant challenges, especially in the care of patients with chronic illness who are older or with multiple comorbidities. The effectiveness of chronic illness management increasingly depends on patients' acceptance and use of innovative eHealth technologies. eHealth literacy is a critical skill that reflects patients' ability to understand and use technology, playing a pivotal role in their acceptance of innovative eHealth technology. This study aims to identify the predictors of eHealth technology acceptance and explore the mediating role of eHealth literacy in enhancing care outcomes for patients …

Signs And Symptoms Of Cyber Victimization And Risky Online Behaviors: An Integrative Review, J'Andra L. Antisdel

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The purpose of this integrative review is to describe latent or covert signals of cyber victimization and risky online behaviors in teens, given the increasing prevalence and severity of these issues. With the rapid growth of internet and social media use among teens, exposure to cyber victimization has become a significant concern, with estimates indicating that up to 61% of teens have experienced some form of cyber victimization.1 The reciprocal relationship between risky online behaviors and cyber victimization further complicates this issue, as these behaviors can both result from and contribute to victimization.2–6 This review was guided by Whittemore and …

Training And Older Volunteerism: From The Perspectives Of Skill Competency And Motivation, Kuei-Min Chen, Szu-Yu Chen

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Purpose: Training is an integral part of volunteer management, which may be particularly important to older volunteers preparing them with the necessary skills for service provision. However, little was known concerning the outcome differences between trained and untrained older volunteers. This study addressed this question by conducting a longitudinal design research to investigate the outcome differences between trained and untrained older volunteers in skill competency and volunteer motivation over time.

Methods: This study adopted a longitudinal cluster-randomized research design, randomly assigning 156 older volunteers from 10 community care centers to either training or control group (n training = 80, …

Effectiveness Of Helmet Non-Invasive Ventilator Training Based On Simulation, Jungmin Park, Sun Ju Chang

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Introduction: The use of helmet non-invasive ventilators in the treatment of patients with respiratory failure is increasing in intensive care unit. This study was based on the National League for Nursing/Jeffries Simulation Theory and aimed to develop a Helmet Non-Invasive Ventilator education training program and assess its impact on the knowledge, self-efficacy, and clinical performance abilities of intensive care unit nurses.

Design: A non-equivalent control group pretest- posttest design was used.

Methods: The participants consisted of 21 individuals in the experimental group and 22 in the control group. The experimental group received a simulation-based intervention, while the control …

Exploring Health Care Access Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, And Transgender (Lgbt) Populations, Austin Nation, Phyllis Raynor, Frieda H. Outlaw, Carlo Hojilla

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PURPOSE: The purpose of this project is to explore the current experiences and needs of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) population, including health care and mental health utilization, patterns, locations, adequacy of LGBT-friendly health and mental health care providers. There are an estimated 90,000 LGBT individuals over the age of 14 in Orange County. LGBT populations are unique and are known to have significant health disparities, particularly if they are from racial or ethnic groups or have a disability. LGBT individuals are known to experience adverse situations when accessing health care and mental health services, including issues with …

Authentic Leadership In Nursing: Global Impact And Insights From An Integrative Review, Robie Victoria Hughes, Jihane Frangieh, Julia Cardoso Cardoso

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The purpose of the integrative review is to analyze the current literature to determine authentic leadership impact on nursing outcomes world-wide. Authentic leadership theory, studied extensively in recent years, is a critical component of effective leadership in healthcare linked to improved patient outcomes, increased healthy work environments, and decreased burnout rates among nurses. An integrative literature search on “authentic leadership”, “outcomes” and “nursing” was conducted in five electronic databases: CINAHL, EMBASE, Web of Science, Scopus, and MEDLINE via the PubMed portal, from February 2023 to April 2023. Twenty-five quantitative studies, conducted in 10 countries, met the inclusion criteria. The authors …

Faculty Facilitated New Graduate Nurse Mentoring Program, Tina Michelle Dorau

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Background: There has been a lack of consistent high-quality residency and orientation programs for new graduate registered nurses (NGRNs) throughout the United States including Central Wisconsin.

Purpose: The practice gap has existed for many years and was recognized in the 1970’s when Kramer (1974) coined the phrase “reality shock”. The purpose of the mentoring program was to bridge the gap between the academic setting and the clinical setting for the NGRN in their first 90-days of practice.

Methods: The mentoring program was presented to prelicensure students during their final semester in nursing school. The mentoring program began when the prelicensure …

Skilled Nursing Facility Interprofessional Bedside Rounds: Perspectives From Nurses, Soliel Marianne Diez Flores, Joseann Helmes Dewitt, Lisa Moshiri, Faye Felicilda-Reynaldo

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The project addresses the pressing issue of poor interprofessional collaboration in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and its impact on care coordination. The practice-based question guiding the study is whether the implementation of a hybrid telehealth model of structured interprofessional bedside rounds (SIBR) impacts the relational coordination (RC) survey scores of nursing staff in SNFs. The project evaluates the impact of an innovative collaborative model on RC scores in two SNFs using a quantitative quasi-experimental before and after study design. Theoretical underpinnings are grounded in the dynamic theory of RC, providing a framework that aligns with purposeful interprofessional collaborative practice principles. …

A Validation Experiment: Utilizing Ultraviolet Light To Disinfect High Use Nursing Equipment, Gordon West

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Background: Healthcare staff continue to utilize equipment that can travel from patient room to patient room without disinfection or cleaning between use. Additionally, nursing and housekeeping staff may not always communicate clearly regarding responsibilities for cleaning some of these items. The purpose of this study was to identify if a portable UV-C tent utilized with a UV-C device (Xenex® LightStrike™ Robot) can effectively disinfect high use equipment used within inpatient nursing units across a large military medical treatment facility.

Method: Healthcare equipment consisting of commodes, toilet seat risers, wheelchairs, vital sign machines, workstations on wheels, and bassinets were pre swabbed …

“Overpriced & Over Dosed”: Thematic Analysis Of Perceived Root Causes Of Us Maternal Mortality Rate, Emily Richardson, Rebecca Mccann

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Maternal mortality in the United States (US) is a problem of growing concern. In 2021 maternal mortality accounted for 32.9 deaths per 100,000 with non-Hispanic Black clients having a mortality rate of 2.6 times higher than non-Hispanic Whites. Of utmost concern, is the determination that over 80% of pregnancy related deaths were preventable. With the growing press around this topic, the authors sought to analyze the public’s perceived root causes for the increase in poor maternal outcomes. As maternal/ child experts, the authors know that client perception may not always be medically reliable; therefore, this study aims to gain understanding …

Longitudinal Assessment Of Deib In Nursing Curriculum Using The Idi, Kristen F. Kirby, Rebecca Johnson, Zachary Hass

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Purpose: Fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within global nursing education is imperative to prepare future healthcare professionals to meet the needs of diverse patient populations and is supported by most major nursing organizations (American Nurses Association, 2024; ANA Ethics Advisory Board, 2019; IOM, 2011; Future of Nursing, 2020-2030). This study used the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) to measure the impact of DEIB focused curriculum on a cohort of students’ intercultural competence change over 4 years.

Methods: A Midwest Big10 School of Nursing systematically embedded DEIB principles into each level of the undergraduate curriculum and the school’s culture. Simultaneously, …

The Andrew Russell Veteran Living Program: A Mixed Method Evaluation Study, Kylie P. Russell, Tracey H. Coventry

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Background: The experience of homelessness for Australian defence force veterans is a complex problem that centres on their inability to reconnect with the community on their return (Keeling, 2018; Guthrie-Gower & Wilson-Menzfeld, 2022). Although considered underreported in Australia, veterans are more likely than the general population to be chronically homeless (Bond et al., 2022; Hilferty et al., 2021). Thus, homelessness solutions are at the forefront of Australian policy makers, service providers and support agencies (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 2022). Veteran homelessness has been addressed successfully by the Returned and Services League Care Andrew Russell Veteran Living program through …

Effects Of Chatbot On Surgical Patients: A Systematic Review, Chung Man Ho, Mei Ping Priscilla Choi

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Aim: To evaluate the effectiveness of chatbots in enhancing patient knowledge, alleviating psychological distress, and improving compliance compared to traditional methods among surgical patients.

Design: A systematic review.

Methods: Randomised controlled trials and quasi-experimental studies involving patients undergoing surgeries under general anaesthesia were reviewed. The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool for randomised controlled trials and the Risk of Bias in Non-randomised Studies of Interventions tool for non-randomised controlled trials.

Results: Nine studies with 1476 patients were included in this review. Conversational agents significantly improved perioperative knowledge, psychological distress and compliance with preoperative instructions, …