Evaluating the validity and reliability of the V-scale instrument (Turkish version) used to determine nurses' attitudes towards vital sign monitoring.

abstract：:The aim of this paper was to investigate the effect of aromatherapy massage using lavender oil as a possible treatment for this condition. This research was carried out on a group of 40 infants between 2 and 6 weeks of age with a gestational age of 38-42 weeks and normal development and growth. All the infants weighed...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Çetinkaya B,Başbakkal Z

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study is to elucidate the phenomenon of the caring need in the life-world of the patient and, on the basis of this, to compare patients' perceived caring needs with the six areas of need contained in a new instrument for patient classification, the Oulu Patient Classification (OPC). A total of 75 patie...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Fagerström L,Eriksson K,Engberg IB

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This prospective cross-sectional study investigated Australian women's (n = 104) decision satisfaction with cancer treatment decision for early breast cancer as well as their psychological distress 3-4 months following surgery. Women's satisfaction was surveyed using the Treatment Decision Satisfaction Questionnaire, ...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Budden LM,Hayes BA,Buettner PG

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:This study aimed to evaluate the health-related quality of life of nursing workers and influential factors. BACKGROUND:Nursing workers are under great occupational stress. However, few population-level studies of nursing workers' health conditions have been reported from China. DESIGN:This was a cross-sectional ...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Lu J,Kong J,Song J,Li L,Wang H

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A previous study indicated that patient narratives include experiences of suffering caused or increased by health-care encounters. The aim of this study was to interpret and understand the meaning of patients' experiences of suffering related to health care from an ethical, existential and ontological standpoint. Sixt...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Arman M,Rehnsfeldt A,Lindholm L,Hamrin E,Eriksson K

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The high caesarean section rate is a prominent public health problem in China. AIM:This study aimed to determine the effects of midwife-led care during labour on birth outcomes for healthy primiparas. DESIGN:Randomized controlled trial. SETTING:The Obstetrics Department of Fujian Provincial Maternity and ...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Jiang XM,Chen QY,Guo SB,Jin LZ,Huang XX,Liu XW,Hong JX,Qu HB,Hu RF

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The DigniCap System is an effective scalp cooling device for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced alopecia in early breast cancer patients. AIM:This prospective study was designed to confirm the efficacy and tolerability of the device, to explore potential factors associated with its efficacy and to colle...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Pedersini R,Fornaro C,di Mauro P,Bianchi S,Vassalli L,Amoroso V,Gelmi M,Ardine M,Rodella F,Cosentini D,Dalla Volta A,Turla A,Pierini M,Motta P,Conti E,Simoncini EL,Berruti A

更新日期：2020-09-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Efficient and effective recruitment and retention of participants is the largest single component of the study workload and forms an essential component in the conduct of clinical trials. In this paper, we present five principles to guide the processes of both recruitment and retention. These principles include the se...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Aitken L,Gallagher R,Madronio C

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this qualitative study is to illustrate health-centred nursing by assessing the capabilities of patients with acute and severe ocular injuries. This study draws upon analyzing 17 nursing encounters with four adult male patients admitted to the ophthalmological ward of a university hospital in a rural Ch...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Guo X,Saito S,Yamamoto T

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This pilot study investigated whether computer-based learning package followed by practical instruction and traditional classroom methods were comparable in developing knowledge and skills in basic life support with automated external defibrillator. Eighty-three mental health care professionals were allocated to one o...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Moule P,Albarran JW,Bessant E,Brownfield C,Pollock J

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study aimed to explore how visiting nurses in Japan sense Kuuki (mood or atmosphere) in the homes of patients and families. Participants were 15 Japanese visiting nurses with experience sensing kuuki in homes of patients and families. Data were collected through two 90 min focus group interviews with experienced ...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Shimamura A,Suwa S,Tsujimura M

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:This paper aims to discuss social networking sites as potentially salutogenic, culturally relevant extensions to maternity care provision for adolescent mothers. BACKGROUND:Studies report that online networking may enhance social capital, a concept linked to enhanced well-being, particularly for marginalized indiv...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Nolan SJ,Hendricks J,Williamson M,Ferguson SL

更新日期：2020-10-12 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper is a discussion of the possible ethical dilemmas that may arise in both qualitative and quantitative research despite stringent methodological protocols. Three categories of ethical issues will be elaborated on, namely, researcher-participant relations, informed consent and confidentiality and privacy. Thes...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Ignacio JJ,Taylor BJ

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine the effects of two different methods, breastfeeding and heel warming, during heel stick procedures on pain levels in healthy term neonates. METHODS:This study was a prospective, randomized controlled trial. The sample of the study consisted of 150 healthy newborns who matched the case selection criter...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Aydin D,İnal S

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Postnatal depression in mothers is commonplace as it affects 10-15% of recent mothers. Postnatal depression is still an under-diagnosed illness and if unidentified, is often left untreated. If left untreated, the depression can have an adverse effect not only on the mother, but also on the child's development and on t...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Tammentie T,Tarkka MT,Astedt-Kurki P,Paavilainen E

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hospitalized children are often inadequately treated for their pain. Paediatric nurses experience these inadequacies more than other health-care team members. This research was an attempt in the form of a phenomenological study to reveal some major barriers in children pain management as the nurses had perceived. Sixt...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Namnabati M,Abazari P,Talakoub S

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper reviews the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions on quality of life for adult patients with vitiligo. We systematically searched nine databases from 1990 to February 2010 and reviewed randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental studies of current therapeutic interventions for vitiligo, includi...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Chan MF,Chua TL

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this descriptive study was to produce knowledge of the degree of pressure ulcers, pressure ulcer patients' physical and psychological well-being and the association of these factors with pressure ulcers' severity. These patients were treated in Finland's capital area hospitals. The pressure ulcer patien...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Lepistö M,Eriksson E,Hietanen H,Asko-Seljavaara S

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:This study aimed to investigate the effect of warm shower hydrotherapy and perineal exercises with a ball on pain, anxiety, and neuroendocrine stress parameters during childbirth. METHODS:This randomized controlled trial was conducted with 128 women during childbirth, admitted for hospital birth in São Paulo, Braz...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Henrique AJ,Gabrielloni MC,Rodney P,Barbieri M

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fatigue is common in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and symptoms of fatigue are often reported as the most debilitating symptoms of the disease. However, there are few reports of interventions for fatigue in MS. A systematic review of published literature examining pharmacological and psychosocial/psychological i...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Lee D,Newell R,Ziegler L,Topping A

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was performed to evaluate the efficiency of the education programme for prevention of constipation in women. This study was performed as a pre-test-posttest design. Thirty-five women were included who have constipation problem. Data were collected by questionnaire: Constipation Severity Instrument (CSI), Co...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Ayaz S,Hisar F

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose was to examine the effectiveness of an exercise programme for elders with dementia in Taiwan aimed to maintain their activities of daily living such as feeding, dressing, grooming, washing and toileting. This was a single study group, repeated measure research design. Twenty-six dementia elders were recrui...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Chang SH,Chen CY,Shen SH,Chiou JH

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:A discussion of the findings from a nationwide study of workplace and well-being issues of Australian nurses and midwives. BACKGROUND:Current discourse only provides a fragmented understanding of a multifaceted nature of working conditions and well-being, necessitating a more holistic investigation to identify cri...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Holland PJ,Tham TL,Gill FJ

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study was to determine the incidence of falls among community-dwelling older adults and the impact of pain and insomnia on falls. METHODS:This cross-sectional study recruited 659 older adults. Pain was assessed by the Geriatric Pain Measure, and insomnia was assessed by the Insomnia Severity Index....

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Kulakci Altintas H,Korkmaz Aslan G

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The study aimed to assess the feasibility and acceptability of an innovative tablet-assisted self-reported symptom assessment among newly diagnosed lung cancer patients. BACKGROUND:Routine symptom assessment for lung cancer patients in a fast-paced clinical environment is demanding. Mobile health technology offers...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Tang FWK,Chan CWH,Choy YP,Loong HHF,Chow KM,So WKW

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of the study was to evaluate the effects of preoperative fasting and fluid limitation in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Although traditional long-term fasting is not recommended in current preoperative guidelines, this is still a common intervention. Visual analogue scale was used to assess ...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Tosun B,Yava A,Açıkel C

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The principle aim of this study was to obtain a more complete understanding of quality of life (QoL) through exploring different factors affecting that concept among elderly persons and staff members, combining mixed methods for validation of QoL categories and themes, and enlightening the meanings through some quotes...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Berglund AL,Ericsson K

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:This study aims to analyse the concept of cancer survivorship using Rodgers' evolutionary concept analysis model. BACKGROUND:The lack of a consensus definition as well as the confusion and debate concerning the definitions of "survivor" and "cancer survivorship" hinder an understanding of the intrinsic needs assoc...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： de Oliveira RAA,da Conceição VM,Araujo JS,Zago MMF

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Debate about nursing curricula has been on the forefront of industry and academia in Australia particularly since the shift from the 'apprenticeship style' of training for nurses to a university-based, comprehensive, bachelor's degree. There is the suggestion that university-based courses are rather inflexible and tak...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Warelow P,Edward KL

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Evidence-based practice (EBP) is an approach that has gained recognition for facilitating the transfer of evidence into clinical practice. EBP champions is a strategy that can be adopted to encourage the uptake of EBP. This paper describes an action research project that was undertaken in Maldives. EBP champion model ...

journal_title：International journal of nursing practice

authors： Shifaza F,Evans D,Bradley H,Ullrich S

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00