Establishing an evaluation index system of nursing quality for clinical drug trials: A Delphi study
AbstractAimsTo construct a quality evaluation index system for clinical drug trials nursing management and obtain the weight of all indicators.DesignA mixed-method research design with a quantitative component was used, primarily qualitative.MethodsThrough a literature review and semi-structured interview, an expert consultation questionnaire on the quality of nursing evaluation indicators for clinical drug trials was developed in April 2021. Eighteen experts in clinical drug trial nursing, medical, and pharmacy conducted 2 rounds of consultation according to the Delphi method to determine the indicators for evaluating the...
Source: Nursing Open - September 8, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Junyi Chen, Huiyu Zhou, Qingxiu Mai, Shuping Chen, Qingyin Liu, Mengyun Shi, Yunni Lin, Lihong Yan, Meiyu Li, Suiwen Ye, Herui Yao Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH MIXED METHODS Source Type: research

Public health nurse reflections on implementing the New Families home visiting programme: A qualitative study
AbstractAimTo investigate reflections of public health nurses (PHNs) on implementing the New Families programme, a supplement to the usual Norwegian child health centre programme. It involves user-led decisions on the content and number of home visits offered by the family's PHN from pregnancy week 28 until the child is 2  years.DesignAn interpretive description approach.MethodsAltogether 206 anonymized, undated reflection notes by PHNs becoming familiar with the programme were collected in 2017 –2020. NVivo 12 and inductive content analysis were used to convert the data into manageable segments.ResultsFocusing on chil...
Source: Nursing Open - September 8, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Bettina Holmberg  Fagerlund, Kari Glavin Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Characterizing burnout and resilience among nurses: A latent profile analysis of emotional exhaustion, emotional thriving and emotional recovery
ConclusionApproaches designed to improve nurse well-being should be tailored to the nurses' profile of emotional exhaustion, thriving and recovery to maximize effectiveness.ImpactGiven the growing shortage of nurses in healthcare systems, it is critical that multilevel strategies be investigated to retain nursing staff that consider the intersectionality and complexity of the different aspects of burnout and resilience experienced by the nurse.No Patient or Public ContributionThe aim was to assess burnout and resilience among nurses. (Source: Nursing Open)
Source: Nursing Open - September 4, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Lesley C. Rink, Susan G. Silva, Kathryn C. Adair, Tolu O. Oyesanya, Janice C. Humphreys, John Bryan Sexton Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUANTITATIVE Source Type: research

Midwives' experiences with providing home ‐based postpartum care during the COVID‐19 pandemic: A qualitative study
ConclusionThis study highlights midwives' resilience and adaptability during the first wave of COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasises the crucial role of face-to-face interactions in postpartum care, while recognising the value of technology when direct access is limited. By shedding light on midwives' experiences, this research contributes to improving postpartum care in unforeseen circumstances. It underscores the significance of interdisciplinary integration in planning postpartum care services and the lasting influence of lessons learned on addressing future challenges.Implications for PracticeThe valuable insights gained fr...
Source: Nursing Open - September 1, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Hanne Marie Akselsen, Emilie Hanssen Leknes, Tone Engen, Eline Skirnisdottir Vik, Anne Britt Vika Nilsen Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research

Perceptions of nurses working in mental health services regarding the recovery ‐oriented care approach: Findings from Africa
AbstractBackgroundThe recovery-oriented care approach in mental health is recognised as the vision for mental health. People with a diagnosis of mental illness value the support and the individualistic approach emphasised in the recovery-oriented mental health care approach as they believe it facilitates their recovery. However, as a developing country, Botswana has a long way to go in availing mental health care resources to people with mental illness, let alone adopting new mental health approaches such as recovery.AimThe study aimed to explore the perceptions of nurses working in mental health care facilities of recover...
Source: Nursing Open - August 30, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: K. M. Kealeboga, E. M. Manyedi, S. Moloko ‐Phiri Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research

Barriers and facilitators for leading nursing homes through the COVID ‐19 pandemic: A focus group study in Norway
ConclusionsThe results identify several barriers and facilitators for nursing home leaders' behaviour for infection control. The results confirm the importance of supporting the leaders' resilience and crisis leadership while working in the pressurised environment of a pandemic.Relevance to Clinical PracticeThe study provides important insights into barriers and facilitators for leading nursing homes through the COVID-19 pandemic, which could help to inform future strategies for infection control.Patient or Public ContributionNo patient or public contribution. (Source: Nursing Open)
Source: Nursing Open - August 29, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Gro Beate Samdal, Lise ‐Merete Alpers, Ragnhild Jorunn Tveit Sekse, Sigrunn Drageset, Hilde Smith‐Strøm, Trine Oksholm, Sidsel Ellingsen Tags: CLINICAL TRIAL Source Type: research

Validating the caregiver self ‐efficacy in contribution to self‐care scale Thai version for stroke: A psychometric evaluation
AbstractAimTo test the validity and reliability of the Caregiver Self-Efficacy in Contribution to Self-Care Scale Thai Version (CC-Self Efficacy Scale (Thai)) for Stroke.DesignA cross-sectional study was undertaken from September to December 2022.MethodsFour hundred thirty-four caregivers of people with stroke were selected from the registry of stroke patients in primary care units or hospitals following inclusion criteria. The research assistants collected information when the caregiver took a patient for a doctor's appointment or visited the patient's and caregiver's home.ResultsThe 434 caregivers had a mean age of 48 ...
Source: Nursing Open - August 29, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Jom Suwanno, Nuntaporn Klinjun, Kannika Srisomthrong, Matthew Kelly, Marzukee Mayeng, Juk Suwanno Tags: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY: DISCUSSION PAPER ‐ METHODOLOGY Source Type: research

A qualitative study of ICU nurses assisting in Wuhan who suffered from workplace violence during the COVID ‐19 outbreak
AbstractAimTo explore the psychological experience and coping methods of nurses exposed to workplace violence and to propose measures to prevent and control workplace violence and provide psychological assistance for health workers.DesignWe adopted a phenomenological qualitative design. Twelve nurses in intensive care units assisting in Wuhan who experienced workplace violence during the COVID-19 outbreak were selected using purposeful sampling. Data were collected through semi-structured individual telephone interviews and analysed using Colaizzi's 7-step method.ResultsAnalysis revealed three main categories including “...
Source: Nursing Open - August 28, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Guanhong Wu, Ying Lin, Xianghui Huang, Jianshan Zheng, Mengmeng Chang Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research

Children patients with COVID ‐19: How can parental and peer support lessen the psychological burden of isolation
AbstractAimTo assess the effect of parental and peer support on children's self-esteem during the isolation period in COVID-19-infected children is the main objective of this study.DesignThis is a descriptive cross-sectional study. One hundred ninety children with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 were included.MethodsA survey questionnaire to assess family and children's demographic characteristics was used for this study. A 13-item scale to assess parental support during the isolation period and a 10-item scale to assess peers' support during the isolation period were evaluated. Along with it, a 10-item scale to assess s...
Source: Nursing Open - August 27, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Nojoud Alrashidi, Faransa A. Ahmed, Huwida H. Abdelmonem, Abeer A. Almowafy, Ola A. Abed  El‐fatah, Omaim M. Elalem, Sahar G. Behilak, Shadia A. Syan, Mervat A. Sayed, Hanan A. Mohammed, Mona F. Hussien, Mervat E. Ibrahim, Asmaa M. AlAbd, Tags: Research ARTICLE Source Type: research

Identifying barriers and facilitators to seeking care for symptoms of bacterial sepsis: A qualitative study
This study sought to explore and describe the facilitators and barriers to seeking care for suspected bacteraemia and sepsis symptoms.DesignA qualitative descriptive study.MethodsTen men and women were recruited using convenience sampling. The study used audio-recorded semi-structured interviews and the collection of socio-demographic data as the data collection techniques. Thematic analysis was used, including inductive and deductive approaches, to analyse the data.ResultsDuring data analysis, the codes related to barriers and facilitators were collapsed into three themes —symptom recognition, psychosocial support and h...
Source: Nursing Open - August 26, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Felicia Ruffin, Elizabeth Van  Horn, Laurie Kennedy‐Malone, Susan Letvak Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research

Nurses' knowledge on assessment and management of cancer therapy ‐associated oral mucositis
This study aimed to explore baseline nursing knowledge on assessment and management of patients at risk for developing cancer therapy-associated oral mucositis (OM) at a tertiary hospital in Ghana.DesignA descriptive generic qualitative study design was conducted. The study population were nurses who cared for patients diagnosed with cancer.MethodsParticipants were recruited using a purposive non-probability sampling technique. Data were obtained through face-to-face interviews using semi-structured interview guide. Data collection and analysis were done concurrently.ResultsThe study found that nurses had knowledge on the ...
Source: Nursing Open - August 26, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Barnabas Manlokiya Raymond, Joana Agyeman ‐Yeboah Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research

Barriers to the implementation of virtual care programmes for patients with chronic wounds: Qualitative empirical research
ConclusionThe findings of the present study identified different barriers in the implementation of virtual care for patients with chronic wounds. In order to successfully develop a virtual care programme, it is necessary to adopt suitable policies regarding information and communication technology, provide the necessary legal frameworks, assign an adequate budget and consider the ethical, cultural, social and social issues.Implications for the Profession and/or Patient CareIdentifying barriers to developing a virtual care programme will help manage patients with chronic wounds at home.ImpactThis study accurately identifies...
Source: Nursing Open - August 24, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Nasib Babaei, Vahid Zamanzadeh, Leila Valizadeh, Mojgan Lotfi, Ahmad Kousha, Taha Samad ‐Soltani, Marziyeh Avazeh Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research

Experience of patients with restraints in acute care hospitals and the view of their relatives: A qualitative study
ConclusionThe involvement of patients and relatives in the decision-making process about restraint use seems to be low. Healthcare professionals need to be better educated to be able to pass on adequate information and to involve patients and their relatives adequately in all processes of restraint use. However, when relatives are involved in decision-making as proxies for patients, it is important to consider that patients' and relatives' opinions on restraints may differ.Patient or Public ContributionPatients and relatives agreed to participate in the study and shared their experiences with us. (Source: Nursing Open)
Source: Nursing Open - August 24, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Sandra Siegrist ‐Dreier, Silvia Thomann, Isabelle Barbezat, Dirk Richter, Kai‐Uwe Schmitt, Sabine Hahn Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research

Investigation and analysis of high risk factors of falls in hospitalised patients after vascular surgery
ConclusionOlder age, a history of falls and/or fractures, continuous medication for more than 3  months and a history of osteoporosis are the risk factors for falls in hospitalised patients undergoing vascular surgery. (Source: Nursing Open)
Source: Nursing Open - August 24, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Yuan Bai, Xiao ‐Hong Zhang, Fang He, Zhuo‐Xia Li, Min Li, Ying Yu Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research

The role of the teacher and learning in clinical practicum scales: A psychometric testing of the Finnish versions
AbstractAimTo test the psychometric properties of the further developed Role of the Teacher (Tc2) and the new Learning in Clinical Practicum (LCP) scales in a sample of Finnish healthcare students.DesignPsychometrical testing of the Tc2 and LCP scales.MethodsA sample consisting of 1133 healthcare students completed the further developed Tc2 scale and the new LCP scale between January and June 2020. Statistical data analysis was performed using explorative factor analysis and Cronbach's alpha coefficient. The STROBE checklist for cross-sectional studies was applied in reporting.ResultsBoth the further developed Tc2 and the ...
Source: Nursing Open - August 23, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Camilla Strandell ‐Laine, Toni Haapa, Leena Timonen, Arja Suikkala Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUANTITATIVE Source Type: research