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Investigation of constipation condition of surgical patients

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Dolgun E., Candan Dönmez Y.

Progress in Health Sciences

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2021

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vol. 11(1)

31-35

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Purpose: The study was planned to examine the constipation condition of surgical patients. Materials and methods: The universe of this descriptive study consisted of patients who underwent surgery between May 2016 - 2017 in a university hospital general surgery clinic. Patients (n=57) who were operated on this clinic at the specified dates and agreed to participate in the study constituted the sample of the study. A questionnaire about the identity information of the patients and Constipation Risk Assessment Scale are used collecting the data. A written permission was obtained from the Scientific Ethics Board and the institution where the study was conducted for the investigation to be carried out. The data was evaluated in numbers and percentage in SPSS 16.0 software package. Results: The mean age of the patients was 53.43±12.75 years and 63.2% of them were female. When the defecating of the patients was examined in accordance with the ROME III constipation diagnoses criteria, it was determined that the 24.6% of the patients had one, 15.8% of them had two and 7.0% of them had three of the criteria. The mean score of the Constipation Risk Assessment Scale of the patients was found to be 8.49 points. When the scale scores of the patients were examined, it was seen that 73.7% had <10 low risk, 19.3% 11-15 moderate risk and 7.0%>16 high risk group. Conclusions: Some of the patients were found to have constipation problems, and patients were also seen in the middle and high-risk groups according to the results of the risk assessment scale.

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Problems of midwifery and nursing students in a neonatal care unit

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Büyük T.

Progress in Health Sciences

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2020

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vol. 10(1)

6-12

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Aim: To determine the problems that midwifery and nursing students face in a neonatal care unit. Materials and methods: The study was carried out with 179 third-year students, out of 204 in a Health Sciences Faculty, Department of Midwifery and Nursing, who agreed to participate in this study. The data were collected by using a sociodemographic information form and a questionnaire form. These forms included questions on the feelings that student nurses experienced in a neonatal care for the first time and the reasons behind them. Percentage, mean, median, and chi-square tests were used to evaluate the data. Results: In this study, 88.8% of the participants were female and 45.8% of them had chosen their departments at their own will. Among them, 73.7% were excited and 38.5% were frightened to provide care to a neonate for the first time. In addition, 66.5% of nursing students were afraid of causing harm to the neonate. Moreover, 54.7% of student nurses felt that a neonate was too small to handle. Furthermore, 43.6% of the participants had the fear of dropping the neonate, while 39.7% of them had never given care to a neonate before. A statistically significant number of participants did not feel like touching while giving care to the neonate (p < 0.05). These feelings were reported by following types of participants: male midwifery and student nurses, who had chosen their departments at their own will, and student nurses who were not willing to work in neonatal care units after graduation (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The results of this study showed that midwifery and nursing students have difficulties in handling and giving care a neonate for the first time. This is because they got excited and frightened during their neonatal practice.

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Strain and health implications of nurses’ shift work

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Buja A., Zampieron A., Mastrangelo G., Petean M., Vinelli A., Cerne D., Baldo V.

International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health

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2013

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vol. 26

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issue 4

511-521

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Objectives: The study investigated whether nurses' different working schedules are associated with different levels of job-relatd strain, health symptoms and behavior. No reports have been accessible in the relevant literature on the possible association between shift work and job-related strain in nurses. Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted at a large university hospital in North-East Italy, involving 806 nurses working in selected departments. A multilevel logistic regression was applied to assess the association between work shift conditions and selected outcomes. Results: Night shifts were associated not only with higher odds of having a high Job Demand, but also with lower odds of having a high Decision Authority and consequently with a stronger likelihood of having higher levels of Job Strain (high Job Demand score≥ 38 and Low Decision Authority). The night shift was associated with various symptoms, particularly exhaustion (p = 0.039) and gastric pain (p = 0.020). Nurses' working schedules did not affect their job satisfaction scores. Conclusions: It has been confirmed that night shifts are a risk factor for nurses' health perception and working night shifts carries a considerable degree of strain. This is a condition that hospital nursing managements need to consider carefully to avoid burnout in nursing personnel and prevent an excessive turnover in this profession, which is a recurring problem for health care organizations.

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Job satisfaction of occupational medicine nurses in Poland

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Sakowski P.

International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health

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2012

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vol. 25

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issue 1

51-58

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Objectives: The study aimed at assessment of the Polish occupational medicine service system after over ten years of functioning in the current shape, made by occupational nurses. The article focuses on the job satisfaction level among Polish occupational medicine nurses. Materials and Methods: The survey was performed among 600 randomly selected occupational medicine nurses, registered in the regional occupational medicine centers. A questionnaire, designed by the research team, containing several questions concerning different aspects of OMS system assessment, including a part dedicated to job satisfaction assessment, was sent to the selected occupational nurses. The response rate was 33.3% (200 questionnaires). Results: The survey shows a relatively high satisfaction level in case of five out of eleven investigated job aspects, and a very low satisfaction level in case of two of them (“Possibility of professional promotion”, “Salary”). 26% of the OMS nurses had considered going abroad to work as a nurse in the general health care system, and 17% in the OHS system. Almost 25% of them would not choose a profession of an occupational nurse once again, including 10% who would not choose a nurse job at all. There is a statistically significant correlation between the general job satisfaction and satisfaction with other aspects of nursing work. A strong correlation was observed in case of “Scope of performed tasks” and “Cooperation with employers (clients of the occupational medicine service units)”. There is a statistically significant correlation of average strength between the decision concerning choosing an occupational nurse job in case of taking a decision on professional carrier once again and “General job satisfaction”. Conclusion: Polish occupational nurses are satisfied with their job, however only 26% are fully satisfied. In their work there is place for improvement. The areas which definitely need attention and improvement are “Possibility of professional promotion” and “Salary”. Improvements in cooperation between occupational nurses and physicians can make it close to the best practice.

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Polish Version of Patient Satisfaction with Nursing Care Quality Questionnaire (PSNCQQ)

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Ksykiewicz-Dorota A., Sierpińska L., Gorczyca R., Rogala-Pawelczyk G.

Progress in Health Sciences

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2011

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vol. 1

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issue 1

51-56

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Purpose: The aim of the study was to develop a Polish version of the Patient Satisfaction with Nursing Care Quality Questionnaire (PSNCQQ) and its psychometric validation. Material and methods: The Polish version of the questionnaire was completed by 85 randomly selected patients treated in 18 wards of various profiles in 6 hospitals in the Regions of Lublin, Warsaw and Łódź. Internal consistency, inter-item and item-total correlations were computed, and construct and predictive validity of the Polish version of the PSNCQQ established. Results: The level of patient satisfaction measured by the Polish version of the PSNCQQ was 3.97, and did not significantly differ from that noted among the Canadian patients (3.81). The internal consistency of the Polish version was very high (Cronbach’s α = 0.96). The item-total correlations remained within the range from 0.57-0.84. In the exploratory factor analysis of Polish data, a single factor was extracted, consistent with the original version of PSNCQQ. The predictive validity of PSNCQQ was examined by means of multiple regression analysis. PSNCQQ explained 67% of variance in the assessments of overall quality of care and services; 57% of variance in the assessments of overall quality of nursing care in the ward, and 57% of variance in the willingness to recommend the hospital to others. Conclusion: The Polish version of the PSNCQQ satisfies the psychometric criteria with respect to reliability and validity, and may be applied for the evaluation of patient satisfaction with nursing care among patients treated in Polish hospital wards.

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Mężczyźni w pielęgniarstwie z perspektywy płci kulturowej

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Domagała P., Kretowicz K., Gaworska-Krzemińska A.

Kwartalnik Pedagogiczny

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2017

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vol. 62(2 (244))

270-283

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Nursing is a greatly feminised profession, especially in Poland. Low salaries are one of the reasons for the deficiency of nursing staff. Nursing is mainly associated with unprofessional housework that women traditionally performed free of charge. In addition, the necessity to enrol in higher education and the work environment discourage those who want to pursue studies in this profession. Increasing the number of men in nursing may improve this situation. For this purpose, the profession should be actively promoted to young people, thus breaking gender stereotypes. The reason for reluctance of men to join the nursing profession is discussed in the article.

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Poziom jakości opieki pielęgniarskiej na przykładzie oddziałów Uniwersyteckiego Szpitala Kinicznego we Wrocławiu.

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Wierzbicka B., Jankowska-Polańska B.

Współczesne Pielęgniarstwo i Ochrona Zdrowia

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2014

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issue 4

91-96

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Wstęp. Jakość opieki pielęgniarskiej można zdefiniować jako satysfakcję odbieraną i odczuwaną przez pacjenta. Jest ona jednym z wielu mierników ewaluacji opieki pielęgniarskiej oraz całościowo postrzeganej opieki świadczonej w placówkach ochrony zdrowia. Pacjent ma prawo wymagać oraz spodziewać się dobrej jakościowo opieki oraz uczestniczenia w jej przebiegu. Na odczuwanie satysfakcji z opieki składa się wiele elementów: zaczynając od czynników demograficznych, kończąc na otoczeniu pacjenta w szpitalu. Cel pracy. Porównanie poziomów jakości opieki pielęgniarskiej między trzema oddziałami USK we Wrocławiu: Kardiologii, Angiologii i Nefrologii. Materiał i metody. Do badania włączono 150 pacjentów hospitalizowanych w ramach trzech oddziałów USK we Wrocławiu: Kardiologii, Angiologii oraz Nefrologii. Jako narzędzie badawcze wykorzystano kwestionariusz skali NSNS – polska wersja. Analizy statystycznej dokonano w programie Microsoft Excel 2010 z pakietem Analysis ToolPak i Statistica wersja 10. Narzędzia statystyczne: statystyka opisowa, test U Manna-Whitneya, korelacje Spearmana oraz test Kruskala-Wallisa. Wyniki. Średni wynik skali doświadczenia dla całego szpitala wyniósł 63,66, w skali satysfakcja – 69,26. Udowodniono wpływ poziomu wykształcenia na wynik skali doświadczenia oraz wszystkich cech demograficznych, poza płcią, na wynik skali satysfakcja. Nie stwierdzono wpływu długości czasu pobytu w szpitalu na wynik skali. Wnioski. Należy przeprowadzać dalsze badania oceny satysfakcji pacjentów z poziomu jakości opieki pielęgniarskiej. Poziom jakości opieki pielęgniarskiej jest czynnikiem dynamicznie zmieniającym się i jest zależny od wielu zmiennych.

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Background. The quality of nursing care can be defined as the perceived satisfaction and perceived by the patient. It is one of many ways of measures of evaluation of nursing care and the perceived overall care provided in health care facilities. The patient has the right to demand and expect a good quality of care and to participate in its course. On the feeling of satisfaction with the care consists of many elements: from demographic factors ending with the patient in the hospital environment. Objectives. Comparison of nursing care quality on the 3 wards in Wroclaw Medical University wards: Cardiology, Angiology and Nephrology. Material and methods. The study included 150 patients hospitalized in Wroclaw Medical University on 3 hospital wards: Nephrology, Cardiology, Angiology. We used as a research tool NSNS Scale – Polish version. Statistical analysis was performed in the Microsoft Excel 2010 Analysis ToolPak package and Statistica version 10. Statistical tools: descriptive statistics, test U Mann-Whitney, Spearman correlation test and Kruskal-Wallis. Results. The average experience scale score for the whole hospital was 63.66, satisfaction scale was 69.26. We demonstrated impact of education on the outcome of the scale of the experience and all demographics data, beyond gender, on the outcome of the satisfaction scale. There was no effect of the length of time spent at the hospital on the result of the scale. Conclusions. Further studies should be carried out assessment of patient satisfaction with the level of quality of nursing care. The level of quality of nursing care is a factor in a dynamically changing and is dependent on many variables.

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DISTINGUISHING THE SCIENCES: FOR NURSING

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Green C.

Studia Gilsoniana

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2014

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vol. 3

97-126

EN

The article explores the problem of nursing as a practical discipline and suggests that there are several kinds of nursing science. Following the lead of Jacques Maritain and Yves R. Simon, the authoress begins with an account of the distinguishing characteristics of theoretical knowledge, to which the term “science” has historically been applied, and distinguishes it from practical knowledge or prudence. Next she reviews Maritain and Simon’s discussion of two intermediate levels of inquiry that share some characteristics of both science and practical knowledge. Finally, using the writings of several nurse theorists whose seminal ideas in this area have established a basis for nurse theorist’s discussion of these issues, she distinguishes four kinds of nursing inquiry which range from the very theoretical to the very practical.

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Factors affecting work-life balance and psychological resilience levels of nurses working in internal clinics during COVID-19

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Korkmaz Aslan T., Burucu R., Akdoğan Y.

European Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine

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2023

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issue 3

506-512

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Introduction and aim. COVID-19 intensity has affected both the psychology of the nurses and the balance established between their work and social lives. In this study, it was aimed to examine the work-life balance and psychological resilience levels of nurses. Material and methods. Four Hundred and seventy two nurses, working in various hospitals and internal units in Turkey, voluntarily participated in the study. Data was collected online using the Work-Life Balance Scale, Brief Psychological Resilience Scale, and the Personal Information Form. Results. The sub-dimensions of the work-life balance scale include allocation of time for yourself (β=1.892; p<0.001), life merely being based on work (β=-0.513; p<0.05) and work-life balance; affect the psychological resilience score (β=-0.364; p<0.05). Based on this, devoting time for yourself has a positive effect on psychological resilience, while others have a negative effect. The total score of the nurses on work-life balance is 51.51±7.22 and their psychological resilience score is 15.27±3.93. Conclusion. Psychological resilience is affected by educational status, marital status, having children, and working schedule; work-life balance is affected by educational status, marital status, having children, income levels, and working schedule; while work-life balance sub-dimensions are affected by education, marital status, having children, income levels, place of work and working schedule. Both work-life balance and its sub-dimensions affect the psychological resilience of nurses.

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Care dependency in radiation oncology patients and related factors – a descriptive study

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Burucu R., Alanyalı Z., Öztürk H.

European Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine

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2023

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issue 2

271-276

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Introduction and aim. The incidence of cancer is increasing on a daily basis. One of the methods used for treatment is radiotherapy. Owing to interventions during the radiotherapy process, the patient may experience care dependency. In this study, the aim was to investigate care dependence and related factors in radiation oncology patients. Material and methods. This was a descriptive and cross-sectional study. Data were collected between September 2020 and September 2021. In the collection of data, a sociodemographic information form and a Care Dependency Scale were used. The sample consisted of 52 people. Results. Number of participants was 52, mean age was 60.25±11.715, mean care dependency score (initial) 66.19±18.966, mean care addiction score (final) 66.27±22.795. Conclusion. The care dependency of patients hospitalized in the radiation oncology clinic is moderate. The care dependency of these patients decreased partially during their stay in the clinic. The patient’s inability to walk, speak and the presence of a companion affected the patient’s condition. By evaluating the care dependency levels of the patients, the awareness of the nurses about their patients can be increased. In addition, it may be appropriate to consider the care dependency levels of the patients for the nurse workforce planning to work in the oncology clinic.

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Acceptance of death as a life attitude for nurses and nursing students

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Marcysiak M., Dąbrowska O.

Progress in Health Sciences

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2013

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vol. 3

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issue 1

104-110

EN

Purpose: To determine the level of acceptance of death as an approach to life among nurses and nursing students. Materials and methods: The study was conducted among 300 nurse and students (nursing and other). The study used a diagnostic survey method. The tool used in the research was the Scale of Acceptance of Death from Life Attitude Profile – Revised (LAP-R). The results were analyzed statistically and with the statistical verification of hypotheses. Results: The acceptance level of death among nurses is low. There are significant differences between the level of acceptance of death between nurses and students (p<0.05).The students’ results were significantly lower than nurses. Nursing students also scored significantly lower scores on this scale than students in other fields. Seniority does not affect the severity of attitude. Conclusions: Communing with death, disease, and dying in the work environment seems to be a significant factor influencing the level of acceptance of a person's own mortality.

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Parents' awareness of type 1 diabetes: knowledge status

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Çınar D., Binay Yaz Ş.

Progress in Health Sciences

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2021

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vol. 11(1)

97-103

EN

Purpose: Type 1 diabetes is a common disease in children and teenagers, but it can occur at any age. This study aimed to determine the awareness and knowledge of type 1 diabetes in parents' to diagnose early. Materials and methods: This study is a descriptive type. Data were collected from 1 April to 1 July 2020 date in Turkey. The study sample consisted of 214 parents who accepted to participate in the study and completed the questionnaire were included in the sample. Results: It was found that the knowledge level of the parents participating in the study about type 1 diabetes was close to medium level (6.10±1.89). The study's findings revealed that there are misperceptions about the incidence of type 1 diabetes in parents. Parents are often confused about the reasons for type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Conclusions: In this study, although the knowledge level of the parents about type 1 diabetes is close to medium level, it is below the intermediate level. It is important and necessary for families to know about type 1 diabetes and its symptoms, observe their child or children and diagnose the disease early.

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An analysis of postgraduate theses on LGBTI individuals: A case of nursing departments in Turkey

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Soner G., Aydin Avci İ.

Progress in Health Sciences

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2021

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vol. 11(1)

36-42

EN

Purpose: This study aimed to analyze postgraduate theses conducted on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, and intersex Individuals in the field of nursing in Turkey. Materials and methods: Within the scope of the study, all the theses conducted in the field of nursing in Turkey until December 31st, 2018 were reviewed and the theses aiming at LGBTI individuals were assessed. Results: As a result of the scanning, 9 theses were reached and 88.8% of the theses were postgraduate thesis. It was seen that the theses were mainly conducted as postgraduate theses and although the total number of theses conducted in this field had increased over time, it was not at the desired level. Conclusions: As a result of the study, it was found that the theses were conducted in titles determining attitudes toward LGBTI individuals, questioning health problems of LGBTI individuals, and investigating LGBTI individuals’ barriers to health access.

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The Relationship Between Depression and Quality of Life in Elderly Patients with Glaucoma

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Çavdar, R.N, Türkleş S.

Progress in Health Sciences

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2020

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vol. 10(2)

55-64

EN

Purpose: To examine the relationship between depression and quality of life in elderly patients with glaucoma. Materials and methods: The study was conducted as a descriptive and cross-sectional research. The sample of the work consists of 130 patients aged 60 years and over who were followed up at Mersin University Hospital Ophtalmology Department between 01 October 2016 and 31 March 2017. The data were gathered with Personal Information Form, Geriatric Depression Scale and Modifiye GLAU-QOL 17 Glaucoma Quality of life. Number, percentage, mean, Pearson Correlation, Student`s t test, ANOVA test, Tukey and Games-Howell statistic were used in the evaluation of the data. Results: The mean age of the patients was 67.9±7.27. The mean score of geriatric depression scale of the patients was 15,23±5,52. It was determined that 16,2% of the patiens had possible depression and 62,3% had definite depression. The median Glau–QOL-17 Glaucoma Quality of Life Questionnaire subcale scores of the patients were as follows: daily living (3,58±3,25), driving (3,23±2,53), worry (5,26±3,47), self-assesment (6,4±3,07), psychology (4,08±2,74), feeling oppressed (4,39±2,35) and taking responsibility (3,56±1,86). The mean total score was 34.44±15.29. There was a negative and statistically significant relationship between the age of the patients and the scores of geriatric depression and the scores of age and quality of life. Conclusions: Elderly patients with glaucoma are at a major risk for depression and their quality of life is negatively affected.

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Factors causing stress in women undergoing in-vitro fertilization treatment

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Sökmen Z., Türkleş S.

Progress in Health Sciences

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2020

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vol. 10(1)

43-51

EN

Purpose: This descriptive study was conducted to identify the factors causing stress in women undergoing in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. Materials and methods: The study sample consisted of 151 women who were receiving IVF therapy in the assisted reproductive techniques units of three state hospitals in Istanbul. The study data were collected using a Questionnaire and a Distress/Problem Identification form both developed by the investigators. Results: A considerable percentage of the women whose income was less than their expenses stated that they feared their infertility treatment would be a failure. The majority of the women who gave the answer “the cause is not known” or “me” when they are asked “who is responsible for not being able to have a child” stated that they were annoyed when people asked questions about having children and felt strained and uneasy on the days of coming to the center. Conclusions: We suggest that trainings should be planned for health teams and health teams should establish support groups and organize meetings for couples

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Nursing care for symptoms seen in patients undergoing palliative surgery – a retrospective study

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Uçar Ö., Çelik S., Karahan E., Altıntaş S.

European Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine

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2023

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issue 3

582-589

EN

Introduction and aim. Palliative care is an approach to improve the quality of life of patients and their families facing problems associated with life-threatening illnesses or old age, to manage their pain, distress, and other symptoms, improving their quality of life, and providing psychological support. This study was designed to identify the care practices planned by nurses for the health issues of palliative surgical patients. Material and methods. This is a retrospective, cross-sectional, descriptive study. The data was collected from digital records of the two state hospitals in the Western Black Sea Region of Turkey between January 2019 and January 2020. The research was completed with a total of 391 data of patients undergoing palliative surgery. Frequency and percentage distributions were used in descriptive statistics. Results. The frequency of symptoms observed in patients were determined as cough and sputum (81.8%), dehydration (73.9%), dyspnea (71.9%), fatigue (49.9%), loss of appetite-weight (49.9%), insomnia (44%), pain (37.6%), nausea (29.2%), and constipation (23.8%). The planned nursing diagnoses for these symptoms were identified as risk for falls, imbalanced nutrition, risk for impaired skin integrity, risk for infection, risk for aspiration, deficient knowledge, risk for impaired respiratory function, constipation, ineffective airway clearance, pain, risk for deficient fluid volume, sleep deprivation, impaired gas exchange respectively. Conclusion. This study highlights the insufficient planning of nursing care for the symptoms of palliative surgical patients receiving palliative care in our country. Therefore, it is recommended that palliative care nurses be supported with in-service training on appropriate care planning topics.

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Nurses’ Lifelong-Learning Tendencies and Their Attitudes Toward Distance Education: A Sample of Turkey

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Şenyuva E., Kaya H.

The New Educational Review

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2014

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vol. 36

17-29

EN

Little is known about nurses’ viewpoints, experience, and opinions regarding this issue even though lifelong learning and distance education are of great importance in nursing. It is important to have knowledge about nurses’ lifelong-learning tendencies and attitudes toward distance education when structuring related education programmes. The aim of this study was to determine the correlation between nurses’ lifelong-learning tendencies and their attitudes toward distance education. This is a descriptive research design with a stratified random sample. The sample included 417 nurses. The Lifelong-Learning Tendencies Scale and the Distance Education Attitude Scale were used to collect data. SPSS for Windows 16.0 was used for statistical analysis. Our results show that nurses do not tend to engage in lifelong learning, and they experience uncertainty in their attitudes toward distance education. We found a weak negative correlation between lifelong-learning tendencies and attitudes toward distance education. Continuing education programmes should be designed to improve and support nurses’ attitudes toward lifelong learning and distance education. Distance education supports nurses’ lifelong learning by updating their post-graduation knowledge improving comprehension about developments that affect and consciously broaden their viewpoint and intellectual level. Continuing education programmes to enhance nurses’ personal and professional development should be designed to improve their attitudes toward lifelong learning and distance education.

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Mamki – najemne karmicielki w świetle literatury poradnikowej z drugiej połowy XIX i początku XX wieku

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Nawrot-Borowska M.

Biuletyn Historii Wychowania

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2014

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issue 31

85-111

EN

Wet nurses, i.e. hired breast-feeders of babies, were the subject matter of this research. It aims to systematize the advice that was formulated on the pages of “how-to” books regarding the search for, recruitment, and treatment of wet nurses in the homes of one’s charges. The specific duties of wet nurses that were especially expected of them are determined, as well as the errors most frequently committed in their performance, which the authors of how-to books described at length, in order to warn mothers against the incompetence of paid breast-feeders. A comparison of the views of authors of “how-to” books over nearly 70 years will allow us to determine a possible evolution of views regarding wet nursing. The “how-to” books on health, hygiene, and education from the second half of the 19th century and the early 20th century (the period approximately from 1850-1918), published in Polish areas and addressed mainly at families, especially mothers, form the source material for the research. The use of this type of literature will allow us to reconstruct the promulgated image of wet nursing without broader reference to providing help for them, which is worth confronting with the “how-to” recommendations, attempting to determine whether, and to what extent, they were reflected in everyday life (e.g. using epistolary or archival sources, and memoirs). Nevertheless, the authors of “how-to” books also referred to the practice of tending infants and young children, criticizing inappropriate behaviour of wet nurses, while the recommendations formulated by them were to remedy inappropriate behaviour occurring in reality. The issue of wet nursing has not hitherto been analysed in detail in Polish historiography. In recent years, though, a few texts or papers in which one can find more or less extensive information (the less extensive ones predominate) related to breastfeeding by wet nurses in the Polish areas in the Middle Ages, the period of Old Poland, or the partition period, have been published. Thus, it seems even more reasonable to explore this issue, which will help to fill a gap in the development of the history of breastfeeding, nursing, and tending infants and small children.

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Wet nurses, i.e. hired breast-feeders of babies, were the subject matter of this research. It aims to systematize the advice that was formulated on the pages of “how-to” books regarding the search for, recruitment, and treatment of wet nurses in the homes of one’s charges. The specific duties of wet nurses that were especially expected of them are determined, as well as the errors most frequently committed in their performance, which the authors of how-to books described at length, in order to warn mothers against the incompetence of paid breast-feeders. A comparison of the views of authors of “how-to” books over nearly 70 years will allow us to determine a possible evolution of views regarding wet nursing. The “how-to” books on health, hygiene, and education from the second half of the 19th century and the early 20th century (the period approximately from 1850-1918), published in Polish areas and addressed mainly at families, especially mothers, form the source material for the research. The use of this type of literature will allow us to reconstruct the promulgated image of wet nursing without broader reference to providing help for them, which is worth confronting with the “how-to” recommendations, attempting to determine whether, and to what extent, they were reflected in everyday life (e.g. using epistolary or archival sources, and memoirs). Nevertheless, the authors of “how-to” books also referred to the practice of tending infants and young children, criticizing inappropriate behaviour of wet nurses, while the recommendations formulated by them were to remedy inappropriate behaviour occurring in reality. The issue of wet nursing has not hitherto been analysed in detail in Polish historiography. In recent years, though, a few texts or papers in which one can find more or less extensive information (the less extensive ones predominate) related to breastfeeding by wet nurses in the Polish areas in the Middle Ages, the period of Old Poland, or the partition period, have been published. Thus, it seems even more reasonable to explore this issue, which will help to fill a gap in the development of the history of breastfeeding, nursing, and tending infants and small children.

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Latex sensitization and risk factors in female nurses in Thai governmental hospitals

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Supapvanich C., Povey A., Vocht F.

International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health

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2014

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vol. 27

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issue 1

93-103

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Objectives: Exposure to latex allergens in latex gloves can cause occupational health problems in nurses, yet latex gloves are still widely used in Thai hospitals. Therefore, we conducted a study to determine the prevalence of latex sensitization in nurses and identify risk factors associated with sensitization. Methods: A questionnaire, providing information on personal characteristics, ill-health, working conditions and symptoms related to latex product use, was administered to 363 female nurses working in two tertiary hospitals in southern Thailand. Latex sensitization was confirmed using a solid phase immunoassay to detect anti-latex IgE antibodies. Total glove protein levels were determined by using a modified Lowry method and latex aeroallergens by a competitive inhibition immunoassay. Results: The overall prevalence of latex sensitization was 4.4%. Respiratory symptoms related to latex glove use were significantly associated with latex sensitization (OR = 5.5, 95% CI: 1.57-19). Total glove protein levels ranged 87.8-250.8 μg protein/dm². The prevalence of latex sensiti- zation was higher (6.6% vs. 2.2%) in the hospital where gloves with higher protein levels (82-438 μg/g vs. 86-170 μg/g) were used. Furthermore, latex sensitization prevalence increased from 3% to 5% with increased average departmental aeroallergen concentrations. Conclusions: Latex sensitization prevalence in Thai nurses was higher than previously reported. Respiratory exposure seems to play an important role, in addition to dermal exposure. If latex gloves cannot be replaced by non-latex alternatives, replacement with gloves with lower protein content should be considered.

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Ocena poziomu wiedzy na temat czynników ryzyka nadciśnienia tętniczego wśród studentów Uniwersytetu Medycznego we Wrocławiu na kierunku Pielęgniarstwo.

75%

Brzezińska M., Jankowska-Polańska B., Ochyńska O., Okoń E., Olek D., Pieniacka M., Duczak A.

Współczesne Pielęgniarstwo i Ochrona Zdrowia

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2013

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issue 4

90-95

PL

Wstęp. Głównym sposobem leczenia nadciśnienia tętniczego, oprócz farmakoterapii, jest odpowiedni styl życia. Edukacja zdrowotna prowadzona przez personel medyczny ma na celu uświadomienie pacjentom istoty stosowania określonych zachowań prozdrowotnych oraz kształtowania odpowiedniego stylu życia i postaw mających pozytywny wpływ na zdrowie.

EN

Background. The main way to treat high blood pressure in addition to pharmacotherapy, is the right way of life. Health education carried out by a medical professional is to educate patients being the use of certain health behaviors, and making appropriate lifestyle and attitudes have a positive impact on health.

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