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Iranian Journal Of Nursing and Midwifery Research
Volume:29 Issue: 6, Sep-Oct 2024
- تاریخ انتشار: 1403/09/11
- تعداد عناوین: 21
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Pages 637-648Background
The purpose of this scoping review is to identify the models of Health Information Disorders (HIDs), the components of these models, their study setting, and their designing approaches.
Materials and MethodsIn this study, PubMed, Web Of Science (WOS), Scopus, ProQuest, and Embase databases were searched to identify relevant articles. After screening the identified studies, 22 studies were selected. Data was extracted based on objectives and was combined and summarized by a narrative method.
ResultsThe analysis of articles showed most of the included studies presented conceptual models or frameworks that provide a more structured and comprehensive view of a topic. The elements and components of the HID models were categorized into five main components, including information issues, communication issues, psychology issues, social issues and theories. Most studies employed, existing theories, evidence, or principles to design their approaches. The main setting of studies were COVID‑19 and related topics such as vaccination.
ConclusionsBy synthesizing the HID models we tried to find the gap among types, components, designing approaches and setting of models. It seems we need some HID models based on contextual frameworks to understand deeply the way of being born, spread and death of HIDs in society. Also, future advancements in HID models should focus on other diseases rather than COVID‑19 to provide a holistic approach in diverse healthcare landscapes.
Keywords: Disinformation, Health Communication, Misinformation, Theoretical Models -
Pages 649-659Background
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the most prevalent cause of vaginal infection among women. This study aimed to summarize the evidence related to the effectiveness of medicinal plants as an alternative therapy for the management of BV.
Materials and MethodsPubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and Medline PubMed were systematically searched. Moreover, we searched Google Scholar to explore the possible effects of herbal treatments on BV in women of childbearing age up to 2022. All randomized clinical trials investigating the effects of medicinal plants as oral or vaginal monotherapy or in combination for BV treatment in women of childbearing age were included in this systematic review.
ResultsIn total, 20 studies comprising 2685 participants were included in our review. The results show that combinations of herbal medicines such as Prangos ferulacea, Berberis vulgaris, Myrtus communis, and Quercus Brantii with metronidazole can have better results in the treatment of BV. Moreover, the main results show that some medicinal plant products alone such as Forzejehe (Tribulus terrestris + Myrtus communis + Foeniculum vulgare + Tamarindus indica), Zataria multiflora, and Calendula officinalis had therapeutic effects similar to metronidazole. Propolis and Brazilian pepper tree (Schinus) were effective in the treatment of BV, but they have less therapeutic effect than metronidazole.
ConclusionsTo reduce the complications caused by chemical treatments and also the resistance of patients to these treatments, it seems necessary to use supportive treatments along with chemical drugs after the necessary approvals have been obtained.
Keywords: Bacterial, Complementary Therapies, Medicinal, Medicine, Persian, Plants, Systematicreview, Vaginosis -
Pages 660-668Background
Men’s engagement in maternal and child health care in the preconception health forum is essential because it allows primary prevention of maternal and infant mortality and morbidity. This review aimed to identify strategies to engage men in preconception health.
Materials and MethodsThis scoping review was conducted from August to September 2022. The database searches included PubMed, EBSCO, and ProQuest from 2012 to 2022, related to men’s involvement in reproductive health, preconception health, family planning, maternity, and infant care; articles written in English; national (Indonesia) and international articles; and appropriate thesis. The searched keywords were man/male role, premarital, preconception, reproductive health, and fertility.
ResultsThe electronic searches turned to 1969 articles, 16 of which met the inclusion criteria and were selected for study analysis. This review identified three themes: identifying programs that are sensitive to the limitations of men; developing community outreach strategies; and engaging management principles, policy, and legislation.
ConclusionsEfforts to engage men in preconception health can be complicated, but several strategic programs have demonstrated some success. Subsequent programs that require men’s participation in preconception health services must be sensitive to the identified barriers.
Keywords: Engagement, Men, Preconception Care -
Pages 669-677Background
The postpartum period is critical for women and newborns. Many complications, such as deaths, are preventable by utilizing appropriate postpartum care. We aimed to assess healthcare professionals’ adherence to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) immediate postpartum care guidelines, investigating factors influencing their adoption at Jordanian hospitals.
Materials and MethodsA methodological study design, developing, and testing the psychometric properties of the Immediate Postpartum Care Adherence Questionnaire (IPCAQ) was created based on the Theory of Planned Behavior, extensive literature review, and the WHO guidelines following a manual construct questionnaire, and using a deductive method. The IPCAQ was developed using four steps: domain identification, scale construction, judgmental evidence, and psychometric evaluation.
ResultsThe final draft of IPCAQ consisted of four domains and 63 items deductively formulated from the theoretical constructs. The domains are attitudes, behavioral intention, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control. They were subsumed by four subthemes, general caring assessment, counseling, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control. The IPCA showed high content (0.94) and face validity indices (0.97), moderate content scale universal agreement (0.77), and excellent face agreement (0.81) for the 63 items. IPCAQ is a reliable instrument that measures adherence to immediate postpartum care guidelines.
ConclusionsIPCAQ is reliable and valid in the current sample. The IPCAQ can be used to assess healthcare professionals’ adherence to immediate postpartum care guidelines, identify factors influencing the adoption of standardized care to overcome barriers to adherence, and facilitate high‑quality care.
Keywords: Adherence, Healthcare Professionals, Planned Behavior Theory, Postpartum Care -
Pages 678-684
theory‑practice gap has led to problems in teaching nursing students. Therefore, this paper aims to present the effects of the implementation of theory‑practice gap strategies in training nursing students in the emergency department.
Materials and MethodsThis study included the implementation and reflection phases of participatory action research in both the School of Nursing and Midwifery of the Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Iran, and the emergency ward of Alzahra Educational Hospital, Iran, from 2016 to 2019. First, 10 strategies were implemented with the help of stakeholders. In the reflection phase, 15 semi‑structured, in‑depth interviews, focus groups, observations, and field notes were analyzed using the conventional content analysis approach.
ResultsThe data were obtained from 15 participants, most of whom were women. Data analysis revealed three themes and seven main categories, including leaving the comfort zone (understanding the necessity for changes, individual and organizational perception, and response to change), bringing about change (strengthening of patterns and preparation of processes), and unstable deployment of change (perceived promotion and planning to reinforce the change).
ConclusionsUsing participatory action research to reduce the theory‑practice gap in nursing education is of grave importance. During the change process, stakeholders defined new educational processes or reinforced the previous applicable patterns. Also, they started to plan for more control over educational processes as well as considering new promotions. This is valuable knowledge for use in bridging the theory‑practice gap in nursing education.
Keywords: Education, Emergency Nursing, Professional‑Practice Gaps, Qualitative Research -
Pages 685-690Background
Angiography through the radial artery is a novel selective approach with several advantages. Shortening the duration of each stage of the procedure leads to many benefits for patients and health personnel. This study aimed to investigate the effect of local forearm heating on facilitating radial angiography.
Materials and MethodsThis randomized clinical trial included one intervention and one control group with a post‑test design. The study was conducted on 80 radial angiography candidates visiting the angiography ward, at Razi Hospital, Birjand, Iran, in 2018. The subjects were selected through convenient sampling and allocated to control and intervention groups using simple random allocation. The data were collected using a demographic form and radial angiography checklist. The intervention consisted of using an infrared emitter fixed 60 cm from the patient’s forearm. Infrared radiation was applied for 10 min for each patient to warm the radial artery. Afterward, the radial angiography procedure was carried out. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics in the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) software (v. 16) (p < 0.05).
ResultsThe frequency and duration of artery puncture, the necessity of injecting a radiocontrast agent, the necessity of catheter replacement, the duration of fluoroscopy, and the volume of the radiocontrast agent in the experimental group were significantly lower than those in the control group (p < 0.05).
ConclusionsLocal heat in radial angiography is recommended for facilitating the procedure and improving patient welfare and peace.
Keywords: Angiography, Catheterization, Heating, Radial Artery -
Pages 691-696Background
Measuring nurses’ workload and related factors in intensive care units and reviewing their staffing is very important during COVID‑19. This study aims to compare nurses’ workload and multiple organ failure of patients hospitalized during the COVID‑19 in intensive care units and non–COVID‑19 intensive care units.
Materials and MethodsAn observational study was conducted with 768 patients hospitalized in intensive care units and Zanjan City (Iran) intensive care units in 2021. The data were collected using the Nursing Activities Score and the Sequential Organ Failure Assessment. Data analysis was performed by independent t‑test, Chi‑squared (÷2) test, Pearson’s correlation coefficient (r), and Multiple Linear Regression (MLR). The statistical significance level was set at p < 0.05.
ResultsNAS in non–COVID‑19 intensive care units 59.90% (10.03) was significantly higher than that of COVID‑19 intensive care units 56.38% (6.67) (p < 0.001). In addition, the SOFA score was higher in the non–COVID‑19 intensive care units 6.98 (3.89) than in COVID‑19 intensive care units 5.62 (3.98) (p < 0.001). The Nursing Activities Score had a positive and statistically significant relationship with the Sequential Organ Failure Assessment in both units, and this relationship was higher in the COVID‑19 intensive care units (r = 0.71). In addition, predictors of NAS were identified as four variables, i.e. consciousness level, SOFA, length of stay, and having an artificial airway (p < 0.05).
ConclusionsNon–COVID‑19 ICUs had higher NAS and SOFA scores in the study. Further investigation is needed to identify additional workload aspects in intensive care units.
Keywords: COVID‑19, Intensive Care Units, Multiple Organ Failure, Nurses, Workload -
Investigating Some Effective Factors on the Prediction of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Failure Rate in COVID‑19‑Related HypoxemiaPages 697-702Background
Considering the importance of using non‑invasive ventilation (NIV) in COVID‑19‑related hypoxemia, the present study was conducted to determine the effective factors on continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) failure rate in COVID‑19‑related hypoxemia.
Materials and MethodsThis research was a retrospective cross‑sectional study (2021) investigating the records of 200 adult patients with the medical diagnosis of acute respiratory failure (ARF) of COVID‑19, admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) in Shoushtar (southwestern Iran) who underwent CPAP therapy. The Heart rate, Acidosis, Consciousness, Oxygenation, and Respiratory rate (HACOR) scores were measured before the treatment and 1 h after undergoing CPAP treatment. Moreover, patients’ demographic and clinical data were recorded. Data were analyzed using the Mann–Whitney, Chi‑square, Wilcoxon, and logistic regression tests. The significance level was set at p ≤ 0.05.
ResultsThe mean standard deviation [SD]) age of patients was 63.96 (16.23) years. Among all 200 patients, 78.50% (n = 157) experienced CPAP failure and the remaining 21.50% (n = 43) underwent successful CPAP therapy. Failure chance was 7.10% higher in patients with higher HACOR scores undergoing 1 h CPAP treatment than others. It was also 14.92% higher among patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) than non‑DM patients. Additionally, old age (z = 2591.50, p value = 0.02), obesity (z = 2433.00, p value = 0.024), and elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) (z = 2620.00, p value = 0.0) impacted CPAP failure rates among patients.
ConclusionsThe HACOR score 1 h after CPAP, DM, old age, obesity, and elevated BUN favor increased CPAP failure rates among patients.
Keywords: Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, COVID‑19, Hypoxia -
Pages 703-708Background
The health of children is affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in their parents and various complications of it. Given this, this study was conducted to investigate the effect of a program based on Roy’s adaptation model on the coping skills of children of MS patients.
Materials and MethodsThis study was performed on 78 children of 78 MS patients from Shahrekord Support Association of MS patients including around 1800 patient members in 2018 using a quasiexperimental method. Samples were selected by the convenience sampling method, and a researcher-made checklist was completed based on Roy’s adaptation model by them, and those who scored less than 80% on the checklist were included in the study and randomly allocated to control and intervention groups. The coping skills questionnaire was completed before, immediately, and 2 months after the intervention in two groups. In the intervention group, a supportive training program was developed and implemented based on Roy’s adaptation model in six sessions and followed up for 2 months. Data were analyzed by SPSS version 23 using statistical tests.
ResultsThere was a significant difference in changes in mean coping skills scores during the intervention between control and intervention groups (p < 0.001) so that the coping skills scores showed a significant increase in the intervention group.
ConclusionsIt is possible to increase the level of adaptation in children of MS patients and improve their coping skills by using educational and supportive programs based on Roy’s adaptation model.
Keywords: Adaptation, Coping Skills, Multiple Sclerosis, Nursing -
Pages 709-713Background
Identification of the factors related to students’ academic success and clinical self‑efficacy plays a significant role in their ability to provide independent patient care. The present study was conducted to investigate the relationship of cell phone overuse with sleep quality and self‑efficacy in the clinical performance of nursing and midwifery students.
Materials and MethodsThis descriptive‑correlational study was conducted on 211 nursing and midwifery students of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences in 2021–2022. Data collection tools included the Cell‑Phone Over‑Use Scale (COS), the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and the Self‑Efficacy in Clinical Performance (SECP). Data were analyzed using stata‑16 software.
Results28% of students had cellphone overuse and 63% had poor sleep quality and 17.10% had low self‑efficacy in clinical performance. Students with cellphone overuse had higher levels of poor sleep quality compared to those with normal levels of cellphone use (p < 0.05). Moreover, those with poor sleep quality had lower self‑efficacy for clinical performance (p < 0.05).
ConclusionsCell phone overuse can reduce self‑efficacy in clinical performance by interfering with students’ sleep quality. Thus, students should be trained to use cell phones more appropriately.
Keywords: Cell Phone, Self‑Efficacy, Sleep Quality -
The Effect of Multidimensional Nursing Interventions on the Incidence of Delirium in Patients with COVID‑19Pages 714-719Background
In patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‑19), the incidence of delirium has been increased due to the nature of the disease and the specific protective protocols implemented to control the outbreak of this disease. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of multidimensional nursing interventions on the incidence of delirium in patients with COVID‑19.
Materials and MethodsA quasiexperimental study (preintervention, postintervention assessment) was conducted in168 patients (84 patients in each group) with COVID‑19 admitted to the general wards of Hazrat Ali‑Asghar Educational Hospital in Shiraz, Iran, between May and June 2021. At first, based on inclusion criteria, the control group was selected to prevent information transmission between the study groups. The control group was treated as usual, but the intervention group received a three‑part intervention that included nurse‑related, patient‑related, and environment‑related measures. A Demographic Information Form and the Richmond Agitation Sedation Score and the Intensive Care Delirium Screening Checklist were completed for each patient. The collected data were analyzed.
Results25.30% of patients in the control group and 10.50% of patients in the intervention group experienced delirium (χ2 = 5.72, p < 0.05). The results showed that the incidence of delirium was significantly lower in the intervention group. The mean number of days during which the patients experienced delirium was insignificantly lower in the intervention group (U = 2.56, p > 0.05). The mean length of hospital stay was also significantly lower in the control group (U = ‑2.41, p < 0.05).
ConclusionsThe multidimensional nursing interventions effectively reduced the incidence of delirium in patients with COVID‑19.
Keywords: COVID‑19, Delirium, Iran, Nursing Care, Psychosocial Intervention -
Pages 720-725Background
Electrocardiogram (ECG) is considered one of the most frequently carried out diagnostic tests in emergency rooms. To develop and refine the competencies of emergency nurses, it becomes imperative to assess the current level of knowledge and practice among nurses regarding ECG and other diagnostic tests. The study aimed to assess the ECG interpretation competency and its associated factors among emergency nurses in Jordan.
Materials and MethodsA descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from December 2022 to March 2023. Data were collected from 287 Jordanian emergency nurses working in six governmental, private, and teaching hospitals, and they had at least 1 year of clinical experience. Badell-Coll ECG Interpretation Competency Questionnaire was used in this study. Descriptive analyses were conducted using an independent t-test and one-way analysis of variance. A statistical significance of P < 0.05 was assumed.
ResultsApproximately, 61.43% of emergency nurses had been involved in educational sessions on ECG interpretation. The mean of the total participants’ score on the ECG assessment tool was 4.35 out of 10. Significant differences were found in the ECG interpretation competency scores based on the highest educational level (t285= - ‑0.64, P < 0.001), job title (t285= - ‑5.91, P < 0.001), and previous engagement in ECG training sessions (t285 = 2.50, P = 0.013).
ConclusionsThe level of emergency nurses’ ECG interpretation competency was low. Nurses should engage in ECG refreshing courses to improve their ability to detect arrhythmias early. Efforts should be made to improve the nursing educational curricula and ECG training sessions by employing electronic systems and addressing both basic and advanced arrhythmias.
Keywords: Ibrahim Ayasreh, Murad Alkhalaileh, Atallah Habahbeh, Haitham Khatatbeh, Nisser Alhroub, Laith Alosoufe -
Pages 726-730Background
Recent evidence suggests a negative correlation between physical activity and the incidence and severity of noncommunicable chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and respiratory infections. This study explores the potential influence of physical activity levels on the mortality rate and coronavirus disease (COVID-19) recovery.
Materials and MethodsThis descriptive analytical cross-sectional study evaluated 175 polymerase chain reaction (PCR)–confirmed COVID-19 patients admitted to Baqiyatallah Hospital. The participants’ hospitalization data and physical activity levels were assessed. The Mann–Whitney U test explored the association between physical activity and COVID-19 outcomes.
ResultsFindings revealed that COVID-19 patients had a mean (SD) physical activity score of 6.55 (1.76) out of a possible 15. The mean scores for physical activity in work, sport, and leisure environments were 2.69 (0.49), 1.37 (1.45), and 2.49 (0.59) out of 5, respectively. Surviving patients exhibited significantly higher sports-specific and overall physical activity levels than those who succumbed to the disease. A Man–Whitney U test results noted statistically significant relationship between total and sports-specific physical activity, hospitalization (interquartile range (IQR) 2.3-3.06, p = 0.020 and IQR 2.5-3, p = 0.010, respectively), and mortality (IQR 0.44-2.75, p = 0.020 and IQR 1.47-2.97, p = 0.020).
ConclusionsIn summary, increased total physical activity, particularly in a sports environment, appears to be linked with reduced COVID-19 hospitalization and mortality rates.
Keywords: COVID19, Exercise, Hospitalization, Mortality, Sports -
Pages 731-736Background
Chamomile and flaxseed are traditionally used medicinal plants to treat painful menstruation. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the effects of chamomile and flaxseed on pelvic pain, dyspareunia, and dysmenorrhea in endometriosis patients.
Materials and MethodsA controlled randomized clinical trial was conducted on 102 endometriosis patients referred to Reyhane Infertility Center of Qom University of Medical Sciences, Iran, from July 2021 to March 2022. Patients were divided into three groups: chamomile, flaxseed, and placebo, using the block randomization method. Patients used 1000 mg capsules (three times a day) for 8 weeks. A Visual Analog Scale (VAS) was used to measure the severity of pain. Pelvic pain, dyspareunia, and dysmenorrhea were assessed on three occasions Data were analyzed using the Chi‑square, repeated measures ANCOVA, and ANOVA. All statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 20.
ResultsBefore the intervention, there was no significant difference between the three groups regarding dysmenorrhea, pelvic pain, or dyspareunia (p > 0.05). The mean score of pelvic pain (on one and two‑month follow‑ups) in the chamomile and flaxseed groups (F = 383.07, p < 0.001) was lower than that in the placebo group. The mean score of dyspareunia (on one and two‑month follow‑ups) in the chamomile and flaxseed groups was significantly lower than that in the placebo group (F2 = 479.34, p < 0.001). The mean score of dysmenorrhea on one and two‑month follow‑ups (F2 = 385.67, p < 0.001) in the chamomile and flaxseed groups was lower than that in the placebo group.
ConclusionsChamomile and flaxseed may reduce pelvic pain, dyspareunia, and dysmenorrhea associated with endometriosis.
Keywords: Chamomile, Dysmenorrhea, Dyspareunia, Endometrioses, Linseed Oil, Pelvic Pain -
Pages 737-742Background
Emergency nurses face various challenging conditions and many moral distress that may associated with fatigue from providing care. The spiritual intelligence of nurses has been found to have an impact on the quality of care. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the spiritual intelligence of emergency nurses with fatigue from providing care and moral distress in emergency nurses.
Materials and MethodsThis descriptive‑analytical cross‑sectional study was conducted on 200 nurses working in the emergency departments of hospitals in Semnan and Sabzevar, who were selected by stratified random method. They were asked to complete the spiritual intelligence, nurse fatigue scale, and moral distress questionnaire through self‑reporting. The data were analyzed using SPSS 26 and Amos software, path analysis, and correlation tests.
ResultsAn increase in spiritual intelligence leads to a significant reduction in moral distress (p = 0.01) and fatigue from caregiving (p = 0.001). In contrast, an increase in moral distress leads to a considerable increase in fatigue from caregiving (p = 0.001).
ConclusionsThe results showed that spiritual intelligence has an inverse relationship with moral distress and fatigue from providing care. Moral distress has a direct relationship with fatigue from providing care. Therefore, interventions in the field of increasing spiritual intelligence and reducing moral distress and fatigue from providing care are recommended.
Keywords: Burn Out, Fatigue, Moral Distress, Nurse, Path Analysis, Spiritual Intelligence -
Pages 743-748Background
Healthcare workers are the first to be exposed to the virus and are at greater risk than the general public. This study aimed to examine the risk factors that affected hospital staff’s general health during the COVID‑19 pandemic in Isfahan, Iran.
Materials and MethodsThis cross‑sectional study was conducted on the staff of all hospitals in Isfahan one year after the COVID‑19 outbreak (2021–2022). The general health questionnaire (GHQ) was used to determine social functioning, while the patient health questionnaire (PHQ) was employed to assess physical and psychological health status.
ResultsThere was a significant positive relationship between work experience in the COVID‑19 ward and the scores of physical health (r = 0.26, df = 298, p < 0.01), depressive symptoms (r = 0.24, df = 298, p < 0.01), and anxiety (r = 0.17, df = 298, p < 0.01). The job and income satisfaction score was negatively related to the scores of social function variables (r = −0.25, df = 298, p < 0.01) and depressive syndrome (r = −0.12, df = 298, p < 0.05). The fear of COVID‑19 was related to social functioning (r = 0.12, df = 298, p < 0.01), physical health (r = 0.31, df = 298, p < 0.001), depressive symptoms (r = 0.36, df = 298, p < 0.001), panic attacks (r = 0.15, df = 298, p < 0.01), and generalized anxiety (r = 0.23, df = 298, p < 0.001). Gender and age significantly predicted general health.
ConclusionsThe COVID‑19 pandemic negatively affected all dimensions of hospital staff’s health, particularly those with underlying physical conditions.
Keywords: COVID‑19, General Health, Isfahan Hospital Staff, Risk Factors -
Pages 749-753Background
Empathy is considered paramount to the medical profession because it affects patients’ satisfaction, compliance, and quality of care. It has been studied that medical residents in non‑psychiatry specialties (especially general surgery) pay less attention to their patients’ experiences and emotions. This study measured and compared surgical and psychiatric medical residents’ empathy scores.
Materials and MethodsIn 2021, we studied all first‑ to third‑year medical residents of psychiatry and general surgery who worked in hospitals affiliated with the Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran. Eighty‑eight eligible residents, including 53 psychiatric and 35 surgical residents, were enrolled in this cross‑sectional study. The Persian‑validated Jefferson empathy scale was used to evaluate empathy among the residents. Chi‑square, t‑test, and ANOVA were used for group comparisons. A multivariable linear regression analysis was used to find the factors associated with the empathy score. Data analysis was conducted using the SPSS version 21.
ResultsThe total mean score (SD) of empathy was 104.34 (11.10). Female residents had higher mean (SD) empathy scores compared to their male counterparts (109.21 [9.29] vs. 99.14 [12.72]; p < 0.001), and psychiatric residents scored higher than surgical residents (109.18 [8.91] vs. 96.67 [12.50]; p < 0.001). Psychiatric residency was independently associated with a higher empathy score (standardized coefficients; beta = 0.41, p = 0.001).
ConclusionsPsychiatric residents have significantly higher empathy with patients than surgical residents. There was also a significant difference among male and female residents. Therefore, it may be recommended that structural education directions be developed for residents to promote empathy during the residency program.
Keywords: Empathy, Iran, Medical Residency, Professionalism -
Pages 754-756Background
In response to the 2019 Polio outbreak in the Philippines, it is crucial to examine the current understanding and beliefs about the disease. This study assessed the knowledge and attitudes of mothers towards Polio and Polio vaccination in a rural community.
Materials and MethodsSixty‑two mothers in a selected rural barangay in Negros Occidental, Philippines, participated in this cross‑sectional study using a survey questionnaire in July 2021. Descriptive statistics and correlation analysis were employed.
ResultsThe results showed that 43.50% of mothers had a high level of knowledge and 74.20% had a favorable attitude towards Polio and Polio immunization. There was a significant relationship (p = 0.05) between knowledge and attitude towards Polio and Polio immunization.
ConclusionsThis study underscores addressing knowledge gaps through public health campaigns may improve beliefs and perceptions about immunization programs.
Keywords: Disease Outbreaks, Poliomyelitis, Rural Population, Vaccination -
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Dear Editor,Accurate and evidence‑based information in the field of health is of particular importance. However, in recent years, society has witnessed an increase in types of information disorders including misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation.[1]…..
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This letter is in response to the article “Assessment knowledge, attitude, and willingness to care for patients with HIV/AIDS among midwifery students of selected universities in Iran in 2020,” published in your esteemed journal.[1] The study examines midwifery students’ HIV‑AIDS care readiness. Although the authors suggest that student’s attitude is appropriate, it is not entirely positive. How can educators improve this? Three potential considerations will be outlined.
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In the article titled “A Systematic Review of Determinants Influencing Family Planning and Contraceptive Use”, published on pages 596-607, Issue 5, Volume 29 of Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research,[1] the article type is written incorrectly as “Original Article” instead of “Review article”.