Background: In response to the limitations of logical empiricism, interpretivism emerged as a philosophical approach for developing nursing knowledge. This paper discusses interpretivist constructivism and its value t...Background: In response to the limitations of logical empiricism, interpretivism emerged as a philosophical approach for developing nursing knowledge. This paper discusses interpretivist constructivism and its value to qualitative nursing research. Methods: The paper synthesizes relevant literature on the importance of interpretivist constructivism in nursing research. It reviews the key elements of interpretivism, the principles of constructivism, the connection between the two approaches, the benefits and limitations of constructivism in nursing research, and the steps for conducting constructivist stroke nursing research. Results: Interpretivist constructivism emphasizes the importance of human experiences, interactions, and social contexts in knowledge development. It allows nurse researchers to adopt flexible, participant-driven approaches to explore and understand complex subjective human phenomena. This approach respects the unique perspectives and contexts of stakeholders, including patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and knowledge users. By following specific steps, constructivist researchers can improve the rigor, transparency, and validity of qualitative nursing research while reducing biases in interpreting the inherently subjective experiences of patients. Conclusion: A deeper understanding of the complexities of interpretivism and constructivism in qualitative research is essential. This paper provides a clear, comprehensive guide for effectively applying these approaches in qualitative nursing research.展开更多
Nursing staff provides patient care in an occupational environment that often imposes challenges that affect significantly the musculoskeletal system.Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are common in nursing stuff ...Nursing staff provides patient care in an occupational environment that often imposes challenges that affect significantly the musculoskeletal system.Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are common in nursing stuff and have a negative impact in their professional and daily activities.In the current editorial,the duties of nursing staff,the types of musculoskeletal disorders,the predis-posing factors(including factors related to professional tasks/ergonomics and to working schedules,psychological,social and individual factors)and their impact on working ability and quality of life nursing staff are summarized and pre-ventive measures are proposed.展开更多
This study aims to clarify the conceptual characteristics of artifact utilization in nursing practice instruction. Five selected articles were analyzed using the concept analysis method by Walker and Avant. The attrib...This study aims to clarify the conceptual characteristics of artifact utilization in nursing practice instruction. Five selected articles were analyzed using the concept analysis method by Walker and Avant. The attributes, antecedents, and consequences of the concept were extracted from the target literature. The analysis revealed two attributes (“connecting people to people” and “connecting people to objects”);two antecedents (“recognition of artifacts” and “selection of artifacts”);and two consequences (“designing a fulfilling learning environment” and “improving the quality of education”). The concept was defined as “promoting the utilization of artifacts by recognizing and selecting them, connecting people to people and people to objects, designing a fulfilling learning environment, and improving the quality of education”.展开更多
Objectives:This study examined the levels of shared leadership and missed nursing care and their relationship among nurses in Egypt.Methods:A cross-sectional survey was conducted.From February to April 2024,340 nurses...Objectives:This study examined the levels of shared leadership and missed nursing care and their relationship among nurses in Egypt.Methods:A cross-sectional survey was conducted.From February to April 2024,340 nurses worked in all inpatient care units at Alexandria Main University Hospital.The Shared Leadership and Missed Nursing Care Survey was used for evaluation.Results:The overall score of shared leadership was(72.62±4.30),which imitates a high perception of shared leadership among nurses;the dimension of delegation achieved the highest average mean score(3.66±0.26),followed by collaboration(3.64±0.31),the vision dimension scored the lowest mean score(3.59±0.33).The elements of missed nursing care had a total score of(46.72±5.69),and the dimension of secondary care achieved the highest average mean score(3.74±0.31).The reasons for missed nursing care had a total mean score of(22.40±1.59),and the dimension of labor resources achieved the highest average mean score(3.20±0.22).Male nurses,less than 30 years old,married,held a bachelor’s degree in nursing sciences,less than five years of experience in the nursing profession,and less than five years of experience in the current working unit had higher total scores of the shared leadership and lower total scores of missed nursing care(P<0.001).A negative correlation existed between shared leadership and two dimentisons(the elements of nursing care[r=-0.383],the reasons for missing nursing care[r=-0.047])(P<0.001).Conclusions:The study’s findings can help as a theoretical underpinning for nursing leaders to stand in an environment that reduces the incidence of missed nursing care by encouraging teamwork,responsibility,workload management,and empowerment among nurses.展开更多
Background: Disaster preparedness is a critical aspect of nursing education, enhancing students’ ability to respond effectively in emergencies. However, the extent to which nursing curricula influence disaster prepar...Background: Disaster preparedness is a critical aspect of nursing education, enhancing students’ ability to respond effectively in emergencies. However, the extent to which nursing curricula influence disaster preparedness awareness remains underexplored. Our study found that 39% of students reported improved awareness after three years, highlighting the need for targeted curriculum enhancements. Purpose: To evaluate changes in disaster preparedness awareness among nursing students over three years of education and identify gaps in current curricula impacting this awareness. Results: Findings indicate that while 39% of students showed improved awareness, significant gaps remain, suggesting the need for a dedicated course on emergency preparedness. Conclusions: This study emphasizes the importance of integrating comprehensive disaster preparedness education within nursing curricula to address these gaps and foster resilience in future healthcare professionals.展开更多
Objectives:This study aimed to assess the equity of nursing human resource allocation in Jiangxi Province,China,and forecast future trends in the next five years.Methods:We used the related data from the China Statist...Objectives:This study aimed to assess the equity of nursing human resource allocation in Jiangxi Province,China,and forecast future trends in the next five years.Methods:We used the related data from the China Statistical Yearbook,China Health Statistics Yearbook,and Jiangxi Statistical Yearbook(2003-2022).The equity of nursing human resource allocation was evaluated using Lorenz curves,Gini coefficients,and Theil index,from the perspective of population and geographical area.Demands for nursing human resource in Jiangxi Province from 2023 to 2027 were forecasted using the Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average(ARIMA)and Grey(1,1)models.Results:From 2003 to 2022,all the key nursing human resource indicators continuously increased;the number of registered nurses in Jiangxi Province increased by 109,786,with an average annual growth rate of 7.80%.Registered nurses per 1,000 population rose by 2.21,while nurses per square kilometer increased by 0.66.Jiangxi Province has surpassed the national level in several nursing resource indicators,including registered nurses as a percentage of health technicians,registered nurses per square kilometer,and doctor-to-nurse ratio.Within the province,all indicators in cities are higher than those in county-level regions.Among the cities in Jiangxi Province,Ganzhou City had the highest number of registered nurses,Xinyu City led in the doctor-to-nurse ratio,and Nanchang City had the highest bed-tonurse ratio.In 2022,the Gini coefficients for registered nurses in Jiangxi Province were 0.09 by population and 0.34 by geographical area,reflecting the allocation of registered nurses in Jiangxi Province is highly equitable by population but relatively equitable by geographical area.Forecasting results suggested that the number of registered nurses in Jiangxi Province will reach 170,100 by 2027,indicating continued growth and improvement in nursing resource allocation.Conclusions:Over the past two decades,the human nursing resources in Jiangxi Province have grown substantially.The absolute fairness of nurse human resources allocation by population highlights significant progress,although regional disparities persist.These findings provide a foundation for optimizing future nursing resource allocation to ensure equitable access to healthcare services.展开更多
Objective:To explore the effect of applying safety culture construction in nursing management of infectious disease areas.Methods:During the one-year period from January 2024 to December 2024,patients admitted to the ...Objective:To explore the effect of applying safety culture construction in nursing management of infectious disease areas.Methods:During the one-year period from January 2024 to December 2024,patients admitted to the infectious disease area of our hospital were randomly selected for the study.92 patients were divided into two groups using a computerized double-blind method for intervention.The control group received routine nursing management,while the observation group applied safety culture construction management.The effects of nursing management in the two groups were studied and compared.Results:Before management,the nursing management quality scores of the two groups were evaluated,showing little difference in various scores,and the difference was not statistically significant(P>0.05).Through the implementation of nursing management,the scores of the two groups were significantly improved,and the observation group had significantly higher scores compared to the control group(P<0.05).Compared to the incidence of nursing risk events,the observation group(6.52%)was significantly lower than the control group(30.43%),and there was a significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).The observation group had significantly higher satisfaction scores for nursing skills,health education,service attitude,and professionalism compared to the control group,indicating patient satisfaction with safety culture construction(P<0.05).Conclusion:Applying safety culture construction in nursing management of infectious disease areas has a preventive effect on nursing risk events and is beneficial for improving patients’risk cognition level.展开更多
Background: For nursing students, gathering social information is essential for understanding healthcare and social issues and developing critical thinking and decision-making skills. However, the choice of informatio...Background: For nursing students, gathering social information is essential for understanding healthcare and social issues and developing critical thinking and decision-making skills. However, the choice of information sources varies by age and individual habits. With the widespread use of the internet, there are notable differences between younger and older generations in their reliance on the internet versus traditional media sources like newspapers and television. Given the wide age range and diverse backgrounds of nursing students, understanding generational differences in information-gathering methods is important for implementing effective education. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify how nursing students in different age groups obtain social information and to examine media usage trends by age group. Additionally, we aim to use the findings to provide insights into effective information dissemination methods in nursing education. Results: The results showed that nursing students in their teens to forties, regardless of gender, primarily relied on the internet as their main information source, with television playing a secondary role. In contrast, students in their fifties tended to obtain information more often from newspapers and television than from the internet. This highlights an age-related difference in preferred information sources, with older students showing a greater reliance on traditional media. Conclusions: This study demonstrates that nursing students use different information-gathering methods based on their age, suggesting a need to custo-mize information dissemination strategies in nursing education. Digital media may be more effective for younger students, while traditional media or printed materials might better serve older students. Educational institutions should consider these generational differences in media usage and adopt strategies that meet the diverse needs of their student populations.展开更多
Frontiers of Nursing is a nursing academic journal,CN 14-1395/R,ISSN 2097-5368.Size A4,quarterly publication,color printing,public offerings at home and abroad which is managed by the First Hospital of Shanxi Medical ...Frontiers of Nursing is a nursing academic journal,CN 14-1395/R,ISSN 2097-5368.Size A4,quarterly publication,color printing,public offerings at home and abroad which is managed by the First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University,sponsored by Shanxi Nursing Association and Shanxi Medical Periodical Press Co.,Ltd.Frontiers of Nursing has been indexed by databases including Scopus,Google Scholar,DOAJ,about:blank Scholar,CNKI,VIP,Wanfang,Chaoxing,and so on.展开更多
BACKGROUND Scientifically sound and reasonable care strategies in surgical nursing play a crucial role in facilitating postoperative recovery and preventing complications.This study focused on the application of quant...BACKGROUND Scientifically sound and reasonable care strategies in surgical nursing play a crucial role in facilitating postoperative recovery and preventing complications.This study focused on the application of quantitative assessment strategies to postoperative care.By quantitatively analyzing the effects of nursing interventions,we explored their feasibility and effectiveness at improving postoperative recovery quality and reducing the incidence of complications.This study provides a scientific basis for nursing practice and offers new insights into nursing management with significant clinical value.AIM To analyze the efficacy of postoperative quantitative assessment strategy-based nursing care for patients with colorectal cancer(CRC).METHODS This randomized controlled trial evaluated the ability of nursing interventions using a quantitative assessment strategy to prevent postoperative complications and enhance patient recovery.Patients with CRC were randomly divided into routine nursing(RN)and quantitative assessment strategy nursing(QASN)groups.The RN group received standard care,while the QASN group also underwent screenings for visual analog scale for pain,Barthel Index for functional recovery,and self-rating anxiety scale and self-rating depression scale for psychological status.Follow-ups were conducted on postoperative days 1,7,14,28,and 56.RESULTS The participants’baseline characteristics did not significantly differ between study groups,thereby ensuring the reliability of the results.The QASN vs RN group showed significant improvements in pain management(visual analog scale scores)and psychological status(self-rating anxiety scale and self-rating depression scale scores)and a reduced incidence of postoperative complications(P<0.05).The follow-up evaluations at specified intervals confirmed these findings,indicating that quantitative assessment strategies significantly enhanced patients’postoperative pain management and psychological well-being.CONCLUSION Nursing interventions using structured quantitative assessments demonstrated significantly improved postoperative recovery and quality of life in patients with CRC,supporting their integration into standard postoperative care protocols.展开更多
BACKGROUND Appendicitis is a common acute abdominal pain disorder.Laparoscopic appendectomy,a commonly used modality,is associated with less trauma and faster recovery than traditional open appendectomy.However,postop...BACKGROUND Appendicitis is a common acute abdominal pain disorder.Laparoscopic appendectomy,a commonly used modality,is associated with less trauma and faster recovery than traditional open appendectomy.However,postoperative recovery remains an important issue that affects rehabilitation quality and surgical results.AIM To explore the effects of rapid rehabilitation and surgical nursing care on gastrointestinal function recovery and sleep quality among patients undergoing laparoscopic appendectomy.METHODS A total of 120 patients who underwent laparoscopic appendectomy at our hospital between January 2019 and March 2024 and for whom complete clinical data were available were selected.Patients were randomly assigned to two groups(n=60 each)using the random number table method.The control group received routine nursing care,while the experimental group received rapid rehabilitation surgical nursing care;all patients continued to receive nursing care until discharge.The recovery of gastrointestinal function,length of hospital stay,complications,Pittsburgh sleep quality index,and nursing satisfaction were compared between groups.RESULTS Following the implementation of effective nursing measures,the times to bowel sound recovery,first exhaust,first defecation,and first feeding were notably shorter in the study vs control group(P<0.05).Additionally,the duration of the first postoperative activity and the length of hospital stay were significantly shorter in the study vs control group(P<0.05).Furthermore,the study group exhibited better sleep quality than the control group(P<0.05).The postoperative complication rate was significantly lower and the nursing satisfaction rate significantly higher in the study vs control group(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Rapid rehabilitation surgical nursing interventions provided to patients after laparoscopic appendectomy can accelerate their postoperative recovery,reduce the occurrence of complications,and improve their sleep quality and nursing satisfaction.展开更多
Dear,Journal of Integrative Nursing(JIN,p-ISSN 2666-9854,e-ISSN 2663-4481),founded in March 2019,is an international peer reviewed,open-access,quarterly academic journal.JIN is co-sponsored by Association of Integrati...Dear,Journal of Integrative Nursing(JIN,p-ISSN 2666-9854,e-ISSN 2663-4481),founded in March 2019,is an international peer reviewed,open-access,quarterly academic journal.JIN is co-sponsored by Association of Integrative Nursing and Beijing Office of Traditional Chinese Medicine Nursing Competence Improvement Project,and published by Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications.展开更多
BACKGROUND Long-term chemotherapy for patients with gastric cancer(GC),facilitated by peripherally inserted central catheter(PICC)catheterization,reduces vascular damage and enhances drug delivery efficiency but carri...BACKGROUND Long-term chemotherapy for patients with gastric cancer(GC),facilitated by peripherally inserted central catheter(PICC)catheterization,reduces vascular damage and enhances drug delivery efficiency but carries risks of catheter-related complications.A combination of group psychological nursing and physical mo-vement care significantly mitigates the risk of venous thrombosis and improves psychological well-being,and enhances motor function,underscoring its clinical importance.AIM To assess group psychological and physical movement nursing in preventing venous thrombosis in patients with PICC GC.METHODS Sixty-five GC patients with PICC,admitted from January 2022 to January 2023,were randomly divided into two groups using the lottery method:A control group(n=35,routine nursing)and an observation group(n=30,routine nursing plus psychological nursing and physical movement nursing).Both groups re-ceived continuous care for 2 weeks.Pre-nursing and post-nursing data on psycho-logical state,physical function,chemotherapy-related thrombosis incidence,and cancer-related fatigue were analyzed using SPSS 26.0 and GraphPad Prism 8.0.RESULTS After nursing,both groups showed reduced Hamilton Anxiety Scale scores and increased General Perceived Self-Efficacy Scale scores,with the observation group performing better(P<0.05).The Functional Comprehensive Assessment score for the observation group after nursing was(65.42±2.35)points,lower than the control group’s(62.19±4.33)points(P<0.05).Although no significant difference was observed in the incidence of venous thrombosis between the two groups(χ2=0.815,P=0.367),the observation group had lower incidence.Both groups showed decreased Revised Piper Fatigue Scale scores,with the observation group scoring lower(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Group psychological and physical movement nursing for patients with PICC reduces venous thrombosis risk,improves psychological well-being,cancer-related fatigue,and physical function,making it highly promotable.展开更多
With the escalating global prevalence of diabetes mellitus,diabetes-related complications have become a significant public health challenge[1].Studies highlight the pivotal role of gut microbiota alterations in the de...With the escalating global prevalence of diabetes mellitus,diabetes-related complications have become a significant public health challenge[1].Studies highlight the pivotal role of gut microbiota alterations in the development and progression of diabetes and its related complications[2–4].This insight emphasizes the modulation of gut microbiota as a leading focus in nursing research,offering a promising approach to enhance cognitive function in diabetic patients and advance nursing interventions[5].展开更多
BACKGROUND Endoscopic submucosal dissection(ESD)has become a widely accepted,minimally invasive treatment for gastrointestinal submucosal tumors.It has been reported that humanistic nursing care with graded psychologi...BACKGROUND Endoscopic submucosal dissection(ESD)has become a widely accepted,minimally invasive treatment for gastrointestinal submucosal tumors.It has been reported that humanistic nursing care with graded psychological interventions can effectively enhance patients’physical activity in patients,reduce postoperative complications,and improve their postoperative quality of life.AIM To investigate the effects of combining humanistic care with graded psychological support on nursing satisfaction and quality of life in patients undergoing ESD for gastrointestinal submucosal tumors.METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 180 patients who underwent ESD surgery for gastrointestinal submucosal tumors at our hospital between March 2021 and February 2023.Patients were allocated into groups based on the nursing care they received:The control group,which received routine care(n=90),and the observation group,which was subjected to humanistic nursing care in combination with graded psychological support(n=90).Patient anxiety and depression were assessed using the self-rating anxiety scale(SAS)and self-rating depression scale(SDS).Quality of life was evaluated using the shortform 36 health survey,and additional indications such as time to first food intake,surgery duration,length of hospital stay,nursing satisfaction,and adverse reactions were also recorded.Data was analyzed using SPSS22.0,with t-tests employed for continuous variables andχ2 tests for categorical data.RESULTS Patients in the observation group experienced significantly shorter times to first postoperative meal,surgery,and hospital stay compared to the control group.After the intervention,the SAS score of the observation group was 43.17±5.68,and the SDS score was 41.57±6.52,both significantly lower than those of the control group,with SAS score of 52.38±5.21 and SDS score of 51.23±8.25.In addition,the observation group scored significantly higher in daily living,physical function,psychological well-being,and social functioning(80.01±6.39,83.59±6.89,81.69±5.34,and 85.23±6.05,respectively).Moreover,the observation group also exhibited higher satisfaction and selfefficacy scores and a lower incidence of adverse reactions compared to the control group(P<0.05).CONCLUSION For patients undergoing ESD for gastrointestinal submucosal tumors,humanistic nursing care in combination with graded psychological nursing care significantly shorten the times to first postoperative meal,surgery,and hospital stay,effectively alleviates anxiety and depression,improves quality of life and nursing satisfaction,and mitigate the incidence of adverse reactions.展开更多
Objective:To explore the clinical effects of neurology nursing during the rehabilitation process of stroke patients.Methods:A total of 80 inpatients with stroke,admitted between July 2023 and July 2024,were selected f...Objective:To explore the clinical effects of neurology nursing during the rehabilitation process of stroke patients.Methods:A total of 80 inpatients with stroke,admitted between July 2023 and July 2024,were selected for the study.They were randomly divided into two groups of 40 patients each.The control group received conventional nursing care,while the study group was provided with neurology nursing.The nursing outcomes of the two groups were compared in terms of:(1)rehabilitation progress,(2)nursing satisfaction,(3)psychological status,and(4)self-care ability.Results:The nursing efficacy and satisfaction rates in the study group were significantly higher than those in the control group(P<0.05).Pre-intervention psychological scores showed no significant differences between the two groups(P>0.05).Post-intervention,negative emotions in both groups were alleviated,with the study group showing greater improvement compared to the control group(P<0.05).Additionally,the self-care ability scores of the study group were significantly higher than those of the control group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Neurology nursing during the rehabilitation process of stroke patients demonstrated ideal clinical effects,positively contributing to patient recovery,alleviating negative psychological states,and proving beneficial for promotion.展开更多
Objective: Stroke is perceived as a serious illness although it is preventable, and lifestyle alterations can be made to reduce its risk. Improvement of stroke care should be achieved through awareness of public, espe...Objective: Stroke is perceived as a serious illness although it is preventable, and lifestyle alterations can be made to reduce its risk. Improvement of stroke care should be achieved through awareness of public, especially through high-risk group. Henceforth, the aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of nursing intervention on improving awareness of high-risk people about stroke prevention. Methods: A quasi-experimental design was used to carry out this study, where a purposive sample of 80 adult patients at high risk for stroke were enrolled while they were attending the out-patient clinics of Zagazig University Hospitals for follow-up treatment;they were divided into two groups: case (40 patients) and control (40 patients). An interview questionnaire was used to assess patients’ knowledge regarding warning signs, risk factors, and immediate treatment;attitude;and their practice for prevention for stroke at pretest and posttest. Results: The study revealed the poor level of knowledge, bad level of preventive behavior, and negative attitude regarding stroke prevention at pre-intervention. However, after intervention, the high-risk people had fair level of knowledge with moderate practice for stroke prevention and positive attitude, with statistically significant difference between pre-post intervention and between the case and control groups. Conclusions: The study revealed that the nursing intervention seemed to change the knowledge, practice, and attitude of subjects regarding stroke prevention. This, in turn, implies that awareness of prevention of stroke and high-risk factor control could be important to reduce the burden of stroke in Egypt. Thus, further research on a larger scale is required to improve population knowledge and behavior for stroke prevention and control.展开更多
BACKGROUND Given their responsibility for the well-being of individuals,nurses with advanced mental health literacy,along with strong holistic nursing competencies and professional self-efficacy,are better equipped to...BACKGROUND Given their responsibility for the well-being of individuals,nurses with advanced mental health literacy,along with strong holistic nursing competencies and professional self-efficacy,are better equipped to assess both the mental and physical health of their patients,leading to the provision of holistic nursing care.AIM To investigate the relationship between nurses’mental health literacy levels and their holistic nursing competencies,as well as their nursing professional selfefficacy.METHODS This study is cross-sectional,correlational research.The study sample consisted of a total of 261 volunteer nurses working in a training and research hospital and a state hospital between March 11,2024 and April 8,2024.Data were collected face to face with the“Descriptive Data Form”,“Mental Health Literacy Scale(MHLS)”,“Holistic Nursing Competence Scale(HNCS)”,and the“Nursing Profession Self-Efficacy Scale(NPSES)”.RESULTS The mean scale scores for the nurses were as follows:MHLS:95.88±11.67;HNCS:179.46±33.82;NPSES:64.79±11.24.A low-level positive correlation was found between the total scores of the MHLS,HNCS,and NPSES,and a moderate-level positive correlation was observed between the total scores of the HNCS and NPSES.These correlations were statistically significant(P<0.05).CONCLUSION It is recommended that initiatives be undertaken to enhance the mental health literacy and holistic nursing competencies of nurses and that similar studies be conducted with nurses in different institutions and with a larger number of nurses.展开更多
Stroke,as a highly prevalent cerebrovascular disease,often leads to limb dysfunction in patients,severely affecting their quality of life.Seeking effective rehabilitation nursing methods is of great significance for p...Stroke,as a highly prevalent cerebrovascular disease,often leads to limb dysfunction in patients,severely affecting their quality of life.Seeking effective rehabilitation nursing methods is of great significance for patient recovery.This article deeply analyzes various aspects such as intelligent rehabilitation technology,traditional Chinese medical therapies,Western medical therapies,and rehabilitation training methods.It explores the characteristics,effectiveness,and application prospects of various rehabilitation nursing approaches,providing a reference for clinical rehabilitation nursing of limb dysfunction after stroke,and helping to improve the quality of patient recovery and enhance their self-care ability and quality of life.展开更多
Narrative nursing has emerged as a vital approach in patient-centered care,and emphasize the importance of understanding patients’emotional experiences in addition to their physical health needs.In this article,we co...Narrative nursing has emerged as a vital approach in patient-centered care,and emphasize the importance of understanding patients’emotional experiences in addition to their physical health needs.In this article,we comment on the article by Zhou et al.Diseases such as acute pancreatitis can cause significant suffering and severely impact patients’quality of life.During treatment,routine nursing procedures such as gastric tube placement,oxygen therapy,monitoring,and nasogastric feeding often lack effective communication,which can adversely affect patients’recovery.This article highlights how narrative nursing can provide deeper insights into patients’emotional experiences,ultimately resulting in improved care outcomes.We also emphasize the role of narrative nursing in understanding and addressing these emotional needs to achieve personalized care,which can strengthen the therapeutic relationship between healthcare providers and patients.By recognizing the critical role of emotional well-being in patient care,we can develop comprehensive strategies that facilitate recovery and enhance overall quality of life.展开更多
文摘Background: In response to the limitations of logical empiricism, interpretivism emerged as a philosophical approach for developing nursing knowledge. This paper discusses interpretivist constructivism and its value to qualitative nursing research. Methods: The paper synthesizes relevant literature on the importance of interpretivist constructivism in nursing research. It reviews the key elements of interpretivism, the principles of constructivism, the connection between the two approaches, the benefits and limitations of constructivism in nursing research, and the steps for conducting constructivist stroke nursing research. Results: Interpretivist constructivism emphasizes the importance of human experiences, interactions, and social contexts in knowledge development. It allows nurse researchers to adopt flexible, participant-driven approaches to explore and understand complex subjective human phenomena. This approach respects the unique perspectives and contexts of stakeholders, including patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and knowledge users. By following specific steps, constructivist researchers can improve the rigor, transparency, and validity of qualitative nursing research while reducing biases in interpreting the inherently subjective experiences of patients. Conclusion: A deeper understanding of the complexities of interpretivism and constructivism in qualitative research is essential. This paper provides a clear, comprehensive guide for effectively applying these approaches in qualitative nursing research.
文摘Nursing staff provides patient care in an occupational environment that often imposes challenges that affect significantly the musculoskeletal system.Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are common in nursing stuff and have a negative impact in their professional and daily activities.In the current editorial,the duties of nursing staff,the types of musculoskeletal disorders,the predis-posing factors(including factors related to professional tasks/ergonomics and to working schedules,psychological,social and individual factors)and their impact on working ability and quality of life nursing staff are summarized and pre-ventive measures are proposed.
文摘This study aims to clarify the conceptual characteristics of artifact utilization in nursing practice instruction. Five selected articles were analyzed using the concept analysis method by Walker and Avant. The attributes, antecedents, and consequences of the concept were extracted from the target literature. The analysis revealed two attributes (“connecting people to people” and “connecting people to objects”);two antecedents (“recognition of artifacts” and “selection of artifacts”);and two consequences (“designing a fulfilling learning environment” and “improving the quality of education”). The concept was defined as “promoting the utilization of artifacts by recognizing and selecting them, connecting people to people and people to objects, designing a fulfilling learning environment, and improving the quality of education”.
文摘Objectives:This study examined the levels of shared leadership and missed nursing care and their relationship among nurses in Egypt.Methods:A cross-sectional survey was conducted.From February to April 2024,340 nurses worked in all inpatient care units at Alexandria Main University Hospital.The Shared Leadership and Missed Nursing Care Survey was used for evaluation.Results:The overall score of shared leadership was(72.62±4.30),which imitates a high perception of shared leadership among nurses;the dimension of delegation achieved the highest average mean score(3.66±0.26),followed by collaboration(3.64±0.31),the vision dimension scored the lowest mean score(3.59±0.33).The elements of missed nursing care had a total score of(46.72±5.69),and the dimension of secondary care achieved the highest average mean score(3.74±0.31).The reasons for missed nursing care had a total mean score of(22.40±1.59),and the dimension of labor resources achieved the highest average mean score(3.20±0.22).Male nurses,less than 30 years old,married,held a bachelor’s degree in nursing sciences,less than five years of experience in the nursing profession,and less than five years of experience in the current working unit had higher total scores of the shared leadership and lower total scores of missed nursing care(P<0.001).A negative correlation existed between shared leadership and two dimentisons(the elements of nursing care[r=-0.383],the reasons for missing nursing care[r=-0.047])(P<0.001).Conclusions:The study’s findings can help as a theoretical underpinning for nursing leaders to stand in an environment that reduces the incidence of missed nursing care by encouraging teamwork,responsibility,workload management,and empowerment among nurses.
文摘Background: Disaster preparedness is a critical aspect of nursing education, enhancing students’ ability to respond effectively in emergencies. However, the extent to which nursing curricula influence disaster preparedness awareness remains underexplored. Our study found that 39% of students reported improved awareness after three years, highlighting the need for targeted curriculum enhancements. Purpose: To evaluate changes in disaster preparedness awareness among nursing students over three years of education and identify gaps in current curricula impacting this awareness. Results: Findings indicate that while 39% of students showed improved awareness, significant gaps remain, suggesting the need for a dedicated course on emergency preparedness. Conclusions: This study emphasizes the importance of integrating comprehensive disaster preparedness education within nursing curricula to address these gaps and foster resilience in future healthcare professionals.
文摘Objectives:This study aimed to assess the equity of nursing human resource allocation in Jiangxi Province,China,and forecast future trends in the next five years.Methods:We used the related data from the China Statistical Yearbook,China Health Statistics Yearbook,and Jiangxi Statistical Yearbook(2003-2022).The equity of nursing human resource allocation was evaluated using Lorenz curves,Gini coefficients,and Theil index,from the perspective of population and geographical area.Demands for nursing human resource in Jiangxi Province from 2023 to 2027 were forecasted using the Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average(ARIMA)and Grey(1,1)models.Results:From 2003 to 2022,all the key nursing human resource indicators continuously increased;the number of registered nurses in Jiangxi Province increased by 109,786,with an average annual growth rate of 7.80%.Registered nurses per 1,000 population rose by 2.21,while nurses per square kilometer increased by 0.66.Jiangxi Province has surpassed the national level in several nursing resource indicators,including registered nurses as a percentage of health technicians,registered nurses per square kilometer,and doctor-to-nurse ratio.Within the province,all indicators in cities are higher than those in county-level regions.Among the cities in Jiangxi Province,Ganzhou City had the highest number of registered nurses,Xinyu City led in the doctor-to-nurse ratio,and Nanchang City had the highest bed-tonurse ratio.In 2022,the Gini coefficients for registered nurses in Jiangxi Province were 0.09 by population and 0.34 by geographical area,reflecting the allocation of registered nurses in Jiangxi Province is highly equitable by population but relatively equitable by geographical area.Forecasting results suggested that the number of registered nurses in Jiangxi Province will reach 170,100 by 2027,indicating continued growth and improvement in nursing resource allocation.Conclusions:Over the past two decades,the human nursing resources in Jiangxi Province have grown substantially.The absolute fairness of nurse human resources allocation by population highlights significant progress,although regional disparities persist.These findings provide a foundation for optimizing future nursing resource allocation to ensure equitable access to healthcare services.
文摘Objective:To explore the effect of applying safety culture construction in nursing management of infectious disease areas.Methods:During the one-year period from January 2024 to December 2024,patients admitted to the infectious disease area of our hospital were randomly selected for the study.92 patients were divided into two groups using a computerized double-blind method for intervention.The control group received routine nursing management,while the observation group applied safety culture construction management.The effects of nursing management in the two groups were studied and compared.Results:Before management,the nursing management quality scores of the two groups were evaluated,showing little difference in various scores,and the difference was not statistically significant(P>0.05).Through the implementation of nursing management,the scores of the two groups were significantly improved,and the observation group had significantly higher scores compared to the control group(P<0.05).Compared to the incidence of nursing risk events,the observation group(6.52%)was significantly lower than the control group(30.43%),and there was a significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).The observation group had significantly higher satisfaction scores for nursing skills,health education,service attitude,and professionalism compared to the control group,indicating patient satisfaction with safety culture construction(P<0.05).Conclusion:Applying safety culture construction in nursing management of infectious disease areas has a preventive effect on nursing risk events and is beneficial for improving patients’risk cognition level.
文摘Background: For nursing students, gathering social information is essential for understanding healthcare and social issues and developing critical thinking and decision-making skills. However, the choice of information sources varies by age and individual habits. With the widespread use of the internet, there are notable differences between younger and older generations in their reliance on the internet versus traditional media sources like newspapers and television. Given the wide age range and diverse backgrounds of nursing students, understanding generational differences in information-gathering methods is important for implementing effective education. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify how nursing students in different age groups obtain social information and to examine media usage trends by age group. Additionally, we aim to use the findings to provide insights into effective information dissemination methods in nursing education. Results: The results showed that nursing students in their teens to forties, regardless of gender, primarily relied on the internet as their main information source, with television playing a secondary role. In contrast, students in their fifties tended to obtain information more often from newspapers and television than from the internet. This highlights an age-related difference in preferred information sources, with older students showing a greater reliance on traditional media. Conclusions: This study demonstrates that nursing students use different information-gathering methods based on their age, suggesting a need to custo-mize information dissemination strategies in nursing education. Digital media may be more effective for younger students, while traditional media or printed materials might better serve older students. Educational institutions should consider these generational differences in media usage and adopt strategies that meet the diverse needs of their student populations.
文摘Frontiers of Nursing is a nursing academic journal,CN 14-1395/R,ISSN 2097-5368.Size A4,quarterly publication,color printing,public offerings at home and abroad which is managed by the First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University,sponsored by Shanxi Nursing Association and Shanxi Medical Periodical Press Co.,Ltd.Frontiers of Nursing has been indexed by databases including Scopus,Google Scholar,DOAJ,about:blank Scholar,CNKI,VIP,Wanfang,Chaoxing,and so on.
文摘BACKGROUND Scientifically sound and reasonable care strategies in surgical nursing play a crucial role in facilitating postoperative recovery and preventing complications.This study focused on the application of quantitative assessment strategies to postoperative care.By quantitatively analyzing the effects of nursing interventions,we explored their feasibility and effectiveness at improving postoperative recovery quality and reducing the incidence of complications.This study provides a scientific basis for nursing practice and offers new insights into nursing management with significant clinical value.AIM To analyze the efficacy of postoperative quantitative assessment strategy-based nursing care for patients with colorectal cancer(CRC).METHODS This randomized controlled trial evaluated the ability of nursing interventions using a quantitative assessment strategy to prevent postoperative complications and enhance patient recovery.Patients with CRC were randomly divided into routine nursing(RN)and quantitative assessment strategy nursing(QASN)groups.The RN group received standard care,while the QASN group also underwent screenings for visual analog scale for pain,Barthel Index for functional recovery,and self-rating anxiety scale and self-rating depression scale for psychological status.Follow-ups were conducted on postoperative days 1,7,14,28,and 56.RESULTS The participants’baseline characteristics did not significantly differ between study groups,thereby ensuring the reliability of the results.The QASN vs RN group showed significant improvements in pain management(visual analog scale scores)and psychological status(self-rating anxiety scale and self-rating depression scale scores)and a reduced incidence of postoperative complications(P<0.05).The follow-up evaluations at specified intervals confirmed these findings,indicating that quantitative assessment strategies significantly enhanced patients’postoperative pain management and psychological well-being.CONCLUSION Nursing interventions using structured quantitative assessments demonstrated significantly improved postoperative recovery and quality of life in patients with CRC,supporting their integration into standard postoperative care protocols.
文摘BACKGROUND Appendicitis is a common acute abdominal pain disorder.Laparoscopic appendectomy,a commonly used modality,is associated with less trauma and faster recovery than traditional open appendectomy.However,postoperative recovery remains an important issue that affects rehabilitation quality and surgical results.AIM To explore the effects of rapid rehabilitation and surgical nursing care on gastrointestinal function recovery and sleep quality among patients undergoing laparoscopic appendectomy.METHODS A total of 120 patients who underwent laparoscopic appendectomy at our hospital between January 2019 and March 2024 and for whom complete clinical data were available were selected.Patients were randomly assigned to two groups(n=60 each)using the random number table method.The control group received routine nursing care,while the experimental group received rapid rehabilitation surgical nursing care;all patients continued to receive nursing care until discharge.The recovery of gastrointestinal function,length of hospital stay,complications,Pittsburgh sleep quality index,and nursing satisfaction were compared between groups.RESULTS Following the implementation of effective nursing measures,the times to bowel sound recovery,first exhaust,first defecation,and first feeding were notably shorter in the study vs control group(P<0.05).Additionally,the duration of the first postoperative activity and the length of hospital stay were significantly shorter in the study vs control group(P<0.05).Furthermore,the study group exhibited better sleep quality than the control group(P<0.05).The postoperative complication rate was significantly lower and the nursing satisfaction rate significantly higher in the study vs control group(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Rapid rehabilitation surgical nursing interventions provided to patients after laparoscopic appendectomy can accelerate their postoperative recovery,reduce the occurrence of complications,and improve their sleep quality and nursing satisfaction.
文摘Dear,Journal of Integrative Nursing(JIN,p-ISSN 2666-9854,e-ISSN 2663-4481),founded in March 2019,is an international peer reviewed,open-access,quarterly academic journal.JIN is co-sponsored by Association of Integrative Nursing and Beijing Office of Traditional Chinese Medicine Nursing Competence Improvement Project,and published by Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications.
文摘BACKGROUND Long-term chemotherapy for patients with gastric cancer(GC),facilitated by peripherally inserted central catheter(PICC)catheterization,reduces vascular damage and enhances drug delivery efficiency but carries risks of catheter-related complications.A combination of group psychological nursing and physical mo-vement care significantly mitigates the risk of venous thrombosis and improves psychological well-being,and enhances motor function,underscoring its clinical importance.AIM To assess group psychological and physical movement nursing in preventing venous thrombosis in patients with PICC GC.METHODS Sixty-five GC patients with PICC,admitted from January 2022 to January 2023,were randomly divided into two groups using the lottery method:A control group(n=35,routine nursing)and an observation group(n=30,routine nursing plus psychological nursing and physical movement nursing).Both groups re-ceived continuous care for 2 weeks.Pre-nursing and post-nursing data on psycho-logical state,physical function,chemotherapy-related thrombosis incidence,and cancer-related fatigue were analyzed using SPSS 26.0 and GraphPad Prism 8.0.RESULTS After nursing,both groups showed reduced Hamilton Anxiety Scale scores and increased General Perceived Self-Efficacy Scale scores,with the observation group performing better(P<0.05).The Functional Comprehensive Assessment score for the observation group after nursing was(65.42±2.35)points,lower than the control group’s(62.19±4.33)points(P<0.05).Although no significant difference was observed in the incidence of venous thrombosis between the two groups(χ2=0.815,P=0.367),the observation group had lower incidence.Both groups showed decreased Revised Piper Fatigue Scale scores,with the observation group scoring lower(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Group psychological and physical movement nursing for patients with PICC reduces venous thrombosis risk,improves psychological well-being,cancer-related fatigue,and physical function,making it highly promotable.
文摘With the escalating global prevalence of diabetes mellitus,diabetes-related complications have become a significant public health challenge[1].Studies highlight the pivotal role of gut microbiota alterations in the development and progression of diabetes and its related complications[2–4].This insight emphasizes the modulation of gut microbiota as a leading focus in nursing research,offering a promising approach to enhance cognitive function in diabetic patients and advance nursing interventions[5].
文摘BACKGROUND Endoscopic submucosal dissection(ESD)has become a widely accepted,minimally invasive treatment for gastrointestinal submucosal tumors.It has been reported that humanistic nursing care with graded psychological interventions can effectively enhance patients’physical activity in patients,reduce postoperative complications,and improve their postoperative quality of life.AIM To investigate the effects of combining humanistic care with graded psychological support on nursing satisfaction and quality of life in patients undergoing ESD for gastrointestinal submucosal tumors.METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 180 patients who underwent ESD surgery for gastrointestinal submucosal tumors at our hospital between March 2021 and February 2023.Patients were allocated into groups based on the nursing care they received:The control group,which received routine care(n=90),and the observation group,which was subjected to humanistic nursing care in combination with graded psychological support(n=90).Patient anxiety and depression were assessed using the self-rating anxiety scale(SAS)and self-rating depression scale(SDS).Quality of life was evaluated using the shortform 36 health survey,and additional indications such as time to first food intake,surgery duration,length of hospital stay,nursing satisfaction,and adverse reactions were also recorded.Data was analyzed using SPSS22.0,with t-tests employed for continuous variables andχ2 tests for categorical data.RESULTS Patients in the observation group experienced significantly shorter times to first postoperative meal,surgery,and hospital stay compared to the control group.After the intervention,the SAS score of the observation group was 43.17±5.68,and the SDS score was 41.57±6.52,both significantly lower than those of the control group,with SAS score of 52.38±5.21 and SDS score of 51.23±8.25.In addition,the observation group scored significantly higher in daily living,physical function,psychological well-being,and social functioning(80.01±6.39,83.59±6.89,81.69±5.34,and 85.23±6.05,respectively).Moreover,the observation group also exhibited higher satisfaction and selfefficacy scores and a lower incidence of adverse reactions compared to the control group(P<0.05).CONCLUSION For patients undergoing ESD for gastrointestinal submucosal tumors,humanistic nursing care in combination with graded psychological nursing care significantly shorten the times to first postoperative meal,surgery,and hospital stay,effectively alleviates anxiety and depression,improves quality of life and nursing satisfaction,and mitigate the incidence of adverse reactions.
基金Baoding Science and Technology Bureau Project“Study on the Clinical Effects of Neurology Nursing in the Rehabilitation Process of Stroke Patients”(Project No.2441ZF275)。
文摘Objective:To explore the clinical effects of neurology nursing during the rehabilitation process of stroke patients.Methods:A total of 80 inpatients with stroke,admitted between July 2023 and July 2024,were selected for the study.They were randomly divided into two groups of 40 patients each.The control group received conventional nursing care,while the study group was provided with neurology nursing.The nursing outcomes of the two groups were compared in terms of:(1)rehabilitation progress,(2)nursing satisfaction,(3)psychological status,and(4)self-care ability.Results:The nursing efficacy and satisfaction rates in the study group were significantly higher than those in the control group(P<0.05).Pre-intervention psychological scores showed no significant differences between the two groups(P>0.05).Post-intervention,negative emotions in both groups were alleviated,with the study group showing greater improvement compared to the control group(P<0.05).Additionally,the self-care ability scores of the study group were significantly higher than those of the control group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Neurology nursing during the rehabilitation process of stroke patients demonstrated ideal clinical effects,positively contributing to patient recovery,alleviating negative psychological states,and proving beneficial for promotion.
文摘Objective: Stroke is perceived as a serious illness although it is preventable, and lifestyle alterations can be made to reduce its risk. Improvement of stroke care should be achieved through awareness of public, especially through high-risk group. Henceforth, the aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of nursing intervention on improving awareness of high-risk people about stroke prevention. Methods: A quasi-experimental design was used to carry out this study, where a purposive sample of 80 adult patients at high risk for stroke were enrolled while they were attending the out-patient clinics of Zagazig University Hospitals for follow-up treatment;they were divided into two groups: case (40 patients) and control (40 patients). An interview questionnaire was used to assess patients’ knowledge regarding warning signs, risk factors, and immediate treatment;attitude;and their practice for prevention for stroke at pretest and posttest. Results: The study revealed the poor level of knowledge, bad level of preventive behavior, and negative attitude regarding stroke prevention at pre-intervention. However, after intervention, the high-risk people had fair level of knowledge with moderate practice for stroke prevention and positive attitude, with statistically significant difference between pre-post intervention and between the case and control groups. Conclusions: The study revealed that the nursing intervention seemed to change the knowledge, practice, and attitude of subjects regarding stroke prevention. This, in turn, implies that awareness of prevention of stroke and high-risk factor control could be important to reduce the burden of stroke in Egypt. Thus, further research on a larger scale is required to improve population knowledge and behavior for stroke prevention and control.
文摘BACKGROUND Given their responsibility for the well-being of individuals,nurses with advanced mental health literacy,along with strong holistic nursing competencies and professional self-efficacy,are better equipped to assess both the mental and physical health of their patients,leading to the provision of holistic nursing care.AIM To investigate the relationship between nurses’mental health literacy levels and their holistic nursing competencies,as well as their nursing professional selfefficacy.METHODS This study is cross-sectional,correlational research.The study sample consisted of a total of 261 volunteer nurses working in a training and research hospital and a state hospital between March 11,2024 and April 8,2024.Data were collected face to face with the“Descriptive Data Form”,“Mental Health Literacy Scale(MHLS)”,“Holistic Nursing Competence Scale(HNCS)”,and the“Nursing Profession Self-Efficacy Scale(NPSES)”.RESULTS The mean scale scores for the nurses were as follows:MHLS:95.88±11.67;HNCS:179.46±33.82;NPSES:64.79±11.24.A low-level positive correlation was found between the total scores of the MHLS,HNCS,and NPSES,and a moderate-level positive correlation was observed between the total scores of the HNCS and NPSES.These correlations were statistically significant(P<0.05).CONCLUSION It is recommended that initiatives be undertaken to enhance the mental health literacy and holistic nursing competencies of nurses and that similar studies be conducted with nurses in different institutions and with a larger number of nurses.
文摘Stroke,as a highly prevalent cerebrovascular disease,often leads to limb dysfunction in patients,severely affecting their quality of life.Seeking effective rehabilitation nursing methods is of great significance for patient recovery.This article deeply analyzes various aspects such as intelligent rehabilitation technology,traditional Chinese medical therapies,Western medical therapies,and rehabilitation training methods.It explores the characteristics,effectiveness,and application prospects of various rehabilitation nursing approaches,providing a reference for clinical rehabilitation nursing of limb dysfunction after stroke,and helping to improve the quality of patient recovery and enhance their self-care ability and quality of life.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82100123。
文摘Narrative nursing has emerged as a vital approach in patient-centered care,and emphasize the importance of understanding patients’emotional experiences in addition to their physical health needs.In this article,we comment on the article by Zhou et al.Diseases such as acute pancreatitis can cause significant suffering and severely impact patients’quality of life.During treatment,routine nursing procedures such as gastric tube placement,oxygen therapy,monitoring,and nasogastric feeding often lack effective communication,which can adversely affect patients’recovery.This article highlights how narrative nursing can provide deeper insights into patients’emotional experiences,ultimately resulting in improved care outcomes.We also emphasize the role of narrative nursing in understanding and addressing these emotional needs to achieve personalized care,which can strengthen the therapeutic relationship between healthcare providers and patients.By recognizing the critical role of emotional well-being in patient care,we can develop comprehensive strategies that facilitate recovery and enhance overall quality of life.
