The non-pharmacological pain management therapies have a valuable effect in managing moderate to mild pain intensity, especially if demonstrated in the pre-operative phase. The study aimed to explore the nurses’ practice toward using non-pharmacological pain management techniques in surgical wards. In a cross-sectional research design, a convenient sample of 47 nurses in the surgical wards in Egyptian hospital (Third Level) participated in the study. Data gathered using modified Non-pharmacological Methods Questionnaire. Results of the study indicated that nurse’s perception regarding applying the cognitive-behavioral methods as a distraction and Positive reinforcement techniques were more common (68.1%,53.2%), whereas most of them used emotional support (93.6%) and preferred to demonstrate physical methods. Meanwhile, nurses addressed the barriers to apply nonpharmacological pain management as lack of time, patient unwillingness, and patients’ health beliefs. Nevertheless, nurses reported the non-pharmacological pain management is less expensive and has fewer side effects than medication and can demonstrated post-discharge. Nurses play a key role in applying effective and different non-pharmacological therapies in surgical wards. Thus, nurses should be encouraged to demonstrate the non-pharmacological pain management therapies with patients undergoing surgical procedures.
Background: Peripheral venous catheters (PVCs) are the most common invasive route for the rapid administration of medication and fluids. The care of PVC sites after cannulation can pose challenges depending on nurses' level of knowledge and practice. Aim: To transfer nurses' knowledge into practice on preventing common local complications of intravenous (IV) therapy. Design: A quasi-experimental study was undertaken. Methods: A convenience sample of nurses from surgical and medical wards of a university hospital (n=64) was used. Pre- and post-education intervention levels of nurses' knowledge, practice and maintenance of PVCs, and the use of a visual infusion phlebitis scale to identify potential complications were assessed. Results: The effectiveness of the course was statistically significant for all three parameters (P<0.001). Conclusion: The study highlighted the importance of ongoing education based on the latest available evidence to enable nurses to improve their knowledge and clinical practice with regard to PVC care and associated complications.
Background Peripheral venous catheters (PVCs) are the most common invasive route for the rapid administration of medication and fluids. The care of PVC sites after cannulation can pose challenges depending on nurses’ level of knowledge and practice. Aim To transfer nurses’ knowledge into practice on preventing common local complications of intravenous (IV) therapy. Design A quasi-experimental study was undertaken. Methods: A convenience sample of nurses from surgical and medical wards of a university hospital (n=64) was used. Pre- and post-education intervention levels of nurses’ knowledge, practice and maintenance of PVCs, and the use of a visual infusion phlebitis scale to identify potential complications were assessed. Results: The effectiveness of the course was statistically significant for all three parameters (P<0.001). Conclusion The study highlighted the importance of ongoing education based on the latest available evidence to enable nurses to improve their knowledge and clinical practice with regard to PVC care and associated complications.
Background: Mindfulness-based program incorporating meditation practices and self-efficacy are gaining popularity among cancer patients. The current study aimed to evaluate the effects of a mindfulness-based program and perceived self-efficacy for patients with lung cancer. Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted in the outpatient clinics and nuclear medicine clinic at the New Cancer Institute at Menoufia University, Shebien Elkom City, Egypt. A purposive sample of 160 patients with lung cancer was enrolled, from whom data were collected through 5 tools: Tool (1): Structured interview questionnaire including demographic and medical data, Tool (2): Condensed Memorial Symptom Assessment Scale (pre/post), Tool (3): Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Performance Status (pre/post), Tool (4): Self-Efficacy Pulmonary Rehabilitation Adapted Index (pre/post) and Tool (5): Questionnaire about mindfulness which includes knowledge, reported practice and five-facet mindfulness (pre/post). Results: This study displayed statistically significant improvements in symptoms (5.65 ± 1.33 to 3.00 ± 1.36), performance status (1.75 ± .83 to 2.25 ± .86), mindfulness (18.62 ± 2.32 to 29.75 ± 4.06), breathing meditation (1.17 ± 1.64 to 5.70 ± 1.60), self-efficacy (20.37 ± 2.93 to 33.32 ± 5.11), and knowledge (1.65 ± 2.36 to 13.17 ± 2.004) for patients with lung cancer after program application. Conclusion: Implementation of a mindfulness-based program and perceived self-efficacy have positive effects on improving physical and psychological symptoms, breathing meditation practice, performance status, and knowledge among lung cancer patients.
The efficiency of public health initiatives focused on eradicating infectious diseases has been seriously threatened by the COVID-19 vaccination. The current study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of educational intervention regarding COVID-19 vaccination on nurses' knowledge, attitude, and acceptance. The study was conducted at medical outpatient clinics affiliated with
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