International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences最新文献

{"title":"Disclosure of HIV status to partners: A qualitative enquiry among adults diagnosed with HIV receiving care in a resourced-constrained hospital in rural Ghana","authors":"Dogbey Abigail Dziedzorm,&nbsp;Kennedy Dodam Konlan,&nbsp;Kennedy Kwasi Addo","doi":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.100990","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.100990","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Despite global advancements in treatment and awareness, stigma and socio-environmental factors continue to hinder open discussions among individuals living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA). This study explored the disclosure of HIV status to partners by adults diagnosed with HIV receiving care in a resourced-constrained hospital in rural Ghana.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Using an exploratory-descriptive qualitative design, we purposively sampled 15 adult PLWHA receiving care. The data was collected through semi-structured interviews. The interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Thematic analysis was conducted with the aid of NVivo 13.0.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The analysis of the data generated five main themes: fear and mistrust, internal emotional reactions, community reactions and stigmatization, physical environmental limitations, partner disclosure dynamics. The participants stated that they hesitated to disclose their status due to fear of stigma and gossip, fear of losing social support and respect, shock and denial, loneliness, gossip and public shaming, lack of privacy and trust, unaware of partner’s status and possibly selective disclosure to children.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion and recommendation</h3><div>Disclosure of HIV status to partners by PLWHA in rural Ghana is influenced by individual fears, psychological vulnerabilities, and environmental barriers. We recommend that hospital administrators should initiate community sensitization programs in collaboration with religious, youth, and traditional leaders. These programs should aim to reduce HIV-related stigma, promote acceptance, and raise awareness of the benefits of partner disclosure on the quality of life of PLWHA. The Ghana Aids Commission and the Ghana Health Service must embark on community education to mitigate stigma and enhance disclosure so as to improve adherence to treatment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38091,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences","volume":"24 ","pages":"Article 100990"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146090631","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Impact of a smartphone-based START triage application on triage accuracy and speed in pre-hospital emergencies: a randomized crossover trial","authors":"Ali Yasemi ,&nbsp;Fateme Monjazebi ,&nbsp;Vahid Zamanzadeh ,&nbsp;Malihe Nasiri","doi":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101081","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101081","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>During Mass Casualty Incidents (MCIs), rapid and accurate triage represents a core competency; however, traditional methods remain prone to error under high cognitive load. Mobile health (mHealth) applications offer a promising strategy for mitigating cognitive burden while providing structured decision support.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This study evaluated the impact of a novel smartphone-based START triage application on triage accuracy and speed among pre-hospital emergency personnel. Additionally, user satisfaction was assessed and compared with the traditional manual method.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>We conducted a randomized, counterbalanced crossover trial involving 72 pre-hospital emergency personnel recruited from 22 emergency medical service bases serving a population of 260,000 in Ilam Province, Iran. Participants performed triage in two simulated mass casualty scenarios: once using the smartphone application and once using the traditional method, separated by a two-week washout period. Primary outcomes included triage accuracy (number of correctly classified casualties out of seven) and triage speed (mean seconds per casualty). User satisfaction served as the secondary outcome.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>All 72 participants completed the study with no dropouts. The smartphone application yielded statistically significant improvements in both primary outcomes. Triage accuracy was substantially higher with the application (Median 7/7, IQR 6–7) compared with the traditional method (Median 5/7, IQR 4–6; p &lt; 0.001, r = 0.62). Assessment speed also improved, with mean time per casualty reduced by 4.42 s when using the application (79.73 ± 12.98 s vs. 84.15 ± 13.21 s; p = 0.013, d = 0.34). User satisfaction was high (mean score 4.71/6), with learnability receiving the highest ratings (5.40/6).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The smartphone-based START application serves as an effective decision-support tool that substantially improves triage performance by enhancing both accuracy and efficiency. Integrating such mHealth tools into emergency protocols can standardize care delivery, reduce cognitive burden, and holds considerable potential for improving patient outcomes in mass casualty settings.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38091,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences","volume":"25 ","pages":"Article 101081"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147849888","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Factors affecting end-of-life care in older persons with non-communicable diseases","authors":"Cletus Kantam Laari ,&nbsp;Emmanuel Kwame Korsah ,&nbsp;Kamil Azabu Yakubu","doi":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101049","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101049","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>A crucial component of healthcare is end-of-life (EOL) care, especially for the elderly who frequently have numerous chronic illnesses and deteriorating health. Many methods and procedures have been established to guarantee that people receive appropriate and compassionate care during their final days, as the significance of EOL care has been acknowledged on a global scale. Managing pain and other uncomfortable symptoms, offering psychological and spiritual support, and assisting patients and their families in making decisions about their preferred course of treatment are all common components of end-of-life care. The study’s objective was to evaluate the variables influencing non-communicable disease end-of-life care for older adults.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A sample size of 153 health workers was recruited using a straightforward random sampling procedure in a descriptive cross-sectional design.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The majority of health workers (60.1%) were men, and the majority (57.5%) were in their middle age (25–30 years). Of the respondents, 75.2% were registered nurses and nearly two-thirds (64.1%) were Christians. It also showed that most people (54.3%) had a solid understanding of end-of-life care, and 63.4% had a positive attitude towards it. EOL care was impacted by institutional factors, such as inadequate training on EOL care, a lack of resources, and poor communication skills among healthcare professionals. Cultural views and customs, family choices, moral conundrums surrounding end-of-life care, anxiety about caring for terminally ill patients, and the absence of established procedures for providing EOL care were other issues.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The study’s conclusion offers important insights on the state of nurses’ end-of-life (EOL) care today and the obstacles facing medical professionals’ attempts to improve EOL care practices. Therefore, efforts should be made to create guidelines or protocols that would facilitate the practice of end-of-life care.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38091,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences","volume":"25 ","pages":"Article 101049"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147547515","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The impact of a spiritual care charter-based educational intervention on the frequency of the spiritual care provision by nurses working in the nursing home","authors":"Shahin Salarvand ,&nbsp;Morteza Heidari ,&nbsp;Mohammad Aghaali","doi":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101040","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101040","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Elders living in nursing homes often face psychological challenges. Providing of spiritual care is vital for this population. Due to a lack of appropriate knowledge and skill among nurses, it may be under-provided. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of an educational intervention based on the Spiritual Care Charter on the frequency of providing spiritual care by nurses working in nursing homes.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A quasi-experimental study with a single-group pre-test–post-test design was conducted in the nursing home in Khorramabad. Thirty-two nurses were included and participated in a four-session, face-to-face training based on the Charter of Spiritual Care (CSC). The intervention focused on key dimensions of spiritual care, including finding meaning, meaningful communication, active listening, and instilling hope. The frequency of spiritual care provided by participants was measured using the validated Nurse Spiritual Care Therapeutics Scale (NSCTS) at three times: before, one week after, and one month after the intervention. Data were analysed using repeated-measures ANOVA and post hoc tests.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The mean scores for spiritual care provision significantly increased after the intervention. The frequency of providing spiritual care was in pre-intervention, 25.31; one-week post-intervention, 54.75; one-month post-intervention, 71.5 (p &lt; 0.001). Post-hoc analysis confirmed that each phase was significantly different from the others. Additionally, no significant correlation was observed between demographic factors and changes in spiritual care frequency.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The findings on the role of spiritual care education in increasing the frequency of spiritual care provision indicate that structured, context-specific spiritual care training can empower nurses to incorporate spiritual support into routine care.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38091,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences","volume":"25 ","pages":"Article 101040"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147601886","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Hybrid biomechanical-cognitive model for pre-impact fall prediction: Systematic integration of gait velocity and Trail Making Test-B (TMT-B) A narrative review","authors":"Dhika Dharmansyah ,&nbsp;Laili Rahayuwati ,&nbsp;Iqbal Pramukti ,&nbsp;Kuswandewi Mutyara","doi":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101052","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101052","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Aims</h3><div>This narrative review examined evidence for hybrid biomechanical-cognitive models integrating gait velocity and Trail Making Test-B (TMT-B) for pre-impact fall prediction in older adults.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A comprehensive literature search in Scopus (2015–2025) using MeSH terms and keywords (fall prediction, gait analysis, cognitive assessment) identified peer-reviewed English-language articles investigating combined biomechanical and cognitive fall prediction models. Data extraction focused on study characteristics, predictive accuracy metrics, and integration strategies.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Twenty-two studies (n = 11,847) encompassing community-dwelling older adults and neurodegenerative populations were included. Gait velocity was the most frequently utilized biomechanical parameter (81.8%, n = 18), consistently discriminating fallers from non-fallers. Trail Making Test variations (36.4%, n = 8) demonstrated robust cognitive prediction capabilities. Hybrid approaches showed superior accuracy, with Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome demonstrating increased fall risk (RR 1.44, 95% CI 1.16–1.79) compared to individual components. Dual-task paradigm findings revealed greater prefrontal cortex activation and altered gait parameters in fallers under cognitive load, supporting the neurophysiological basis for integrated assessment.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Integration of gait velocity and TMT-B in hybrid biomechanical-cognitive models provides robust evidence for pre-impact fall prediction. The synergistic effect of combining motor and cognitive domains exceeds individual components’ predictive power, validating the hybrid approach for comprehensive fall risk assessment. The model’s applicability across diverse populations supports widespread clinical implementation and establishes a foundation for standardized assessment protocols enhancing global fall prevention strategies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38091,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences","volume":"25 ","pages":"Article 101052"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147547364","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring birth preparedness and complication readiness among expectant women: insights into perceptions, knowledge channels, and preparation practices in a resource-limited setting","authors":"Kenneth Akintunde Onilude ,&nbsp;Deborah Tolulope Esan ,&nbsp;Adetunmise Oluseyi Olajide ,&nbsp;Ayodeji Olubunmi Ogunmuyiwa ,&nbsp;Theresa Olaitan Bamigboye ,&nbsp;Carlos Guillermo Ramos","doi":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101042","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101042","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Birth preparedness and complication readiness (BPCR) are vital strategies for lowering maternal and neonatal risks, particularly in resource-constrained areas. The ways in which expectant women perceive BPCR, access information, and engage with readiness tools directly influence their capacity to navigate childbirth and unforeseen complications. This study explored perceptions, information sources and BPCR practices among expectant women at four health facilities in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A qualitative exploratory design was employed at four healthcare facilities in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria. Twelve expectant women, purposively recruited from antenatal clinic attendees based on varying gestational ages and parity, participated in face-to-face, researcher-developed semi-structured interviews lasting 30–45 min each. Interviews were audio-recorded with consent, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed using Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis approach to identify patterns in participants’ perceptions, information sources, and readiness practices. Ethical approval was obtained from the institutional review board, ensuring informed consent and confidentiality.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Perceptions of BPCR crystallized into three themes: integrated holistic strategies, proactive early engagement, and proactive anticipation of risks. Information sources revealed four themes: facility-based antenatal sessions, personal and communal experiences, internet and social media outlets, and formal educational resources. Readiness practices yielded seven themes, including heightened awareness of complications, arrangements for transportation, and financial safeguarding.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Expectant women regard BPCR as a multifaceted, anticipatory process that fosters safer birthing experiences. Leveraging varied information pathways and systematic checklists bolsters their empowerment for effective planning. Enhancing targeted education and community support mechanisms holds promise for advancing maternal preparedness and health equity.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38091,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences","volume":"25 ","pages":"Article 101042"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147547367","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Nursing followership development: A concept analysis","authors":"Welile M. Mamba ,&nbsp;Willem Fourie ,&nbsp;Isabel Coetzee-Prinsloo","doi":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101112","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101112","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Historically, organisational success has been credited solely to leadership activities. However, it is important to recognize that leaders collaborate with followers to achieve desired outcomes. In order for followers to effectively in their roles, they must undergo development. Nursing followership development is crucial for nurse followers to enhance leadership and contribute to positive patient outcomes. Despite its significance, there is currently no universally accepted definition of nursing followership development.</div></div><div><h3>Aim</h3><div>This study developed a clear definition of nursing followership development.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Walker and Avant's method of concept analysis was utilized, following the eight steps.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Nine studies were included in the analysis, identifying four key attributes: learning, self-awareness, self-regulation, and engagement. Antecedents such as organisational intentionality, authentic leadership, and culture change were found to influence these attributes, with consequences that complemented them. The concept of nursing followership development involves teaching and learning effective followership principles to enhance collaboration between nurses and leaders, ultimately improving patient outcomes.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion and Implementations</h3><div>The clarity of the concept will help in its application in nursing literature and could improve the development of structured followership training programmes for nurses.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38091,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences","volume":"26 ","pages":"Article 101112"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148243157","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Investigating factor analysis of emotional intelligence questionnaire among nursing, midwifery and emergency department students of Ilam University of Medical Sciences","authors":"Hamed Tavan","doi":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.100981","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.100981","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Emotional intelligence is a set of abilities that enables the processing of information related to one’s own and others’ emotions. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the factor analysis and validation of an emotional intelligence questionnaire among nursing, midwifery, and emergency department students at Ilam University of Medical Sciences.</div></div><div><h3>Materials and Methods</h3><div>In this descriptive-analytical study, 118 students from the Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery at Ilam University of Medical Sciences were selected using stratified sampling. The study utilized a 90-item emotional intelligence questionnaire. Cronbach’s alpha coefficient and confirmatory factor analysis were employed to assess the questionnaire’s validity and internal consistency. A scree plot was used to determine the number of factors. The adequacy of the sample size for factor analysis was evaluated using the KMO index and Bartlett’s test.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Factor analysis revealed that the components of emotional intelligence consist of four independent factors: the first factor (accounting for 32.066% of the variance), the second factor (8.113%), the third factor (7.823%), and the fourth factor (7.140%). The Cronbach’s alpha coefficient for the dimensions was 81%. The KMO index was estimated at 0.72, indicating sample size adequacy.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The present study demonstrated that the emotional intelligence questionnaire is a valid and reliable tool for collecting information necessary to assess students’ emotional intelligence.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38091,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences","volume":"24 ","pages":"Article 100981"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146090535","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Clinical nurse managers perceptions of workplace conflict in a Nigerian tertiary hospital: a qualitative study","authors":"Blessing Grace Adekunle,&nbsp;Joel Adeleke Afolayan,&nbsp;Oluwaseyi Isaiah Olabisi,&nbsp;Deborah Tolulope Esan","doi":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101142","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101142","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Workplace conflict is an inherent feature of healthcare environments and has implications for teamwork, staff well-being, and quality of patient care. Nurse managers play a critical role in recognising, preventing, and managing conflict, yet limited qualitative evidence exists on their perceptions of conflict prevalence in Nigerian teaching hospitals. This study explored nurse managers' perceptions of the prevalence and nature of workplace conflict among nurses at UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital, Osogbo, Nigeria.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A qualitative descriptive design was employed. Data were collected through in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 15 nurse managers who held supervisory roles at the deputy director of nursing rank and above. Participants were purposively sampled from administrative lists. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analysed using inductive thematic analysis with ATLAS.ti version 25. Trustworthiness was ensured through member checking, peer debriefing, audit trails, and reflexivity.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Three themes emerged: (1) workplace conflict as an occasional and inevitable aspect of clinical practice; (2) interpersonal and organisational drivers of conflict, including communication breakdowns, workload imbalance, leadership challenges, and limited resources; and (3) predominantly low-intensity conflicts that are effectively managed through dialogue, professionalism, and proactive leadership strategies. Overall, workplace conflict was perceived as present but not pervasive and was generally resolved before escalation.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Nurse managers in this tertiary hospital perceive workplace conflict as moderately prevalent and largely manageable. Effective leadership, open communication, and preventive conflict management strategies contribute to maintaining collegial relationships and teamwork. Strengthening organisational support and leadership development may further reduce conflict and enhance nursing practice.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38091,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences","volume":"26 ","pages":"Article 101142"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148650695","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A bibliometric analysis of mentoring research in nursing","authors":"Soheila Shamsikhani,&nbsp;Mahsa Hosseini,&nbsp;Mehdi Safarabadi,&nbsp;Mahsa Rezaei,&nbsp;Ali jadidi","doi":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101151","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijans.2026.101151","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Context</h3><div>Mentoring plays a key role in the development of nursing education and professional practice. Despite the growing importance of this topic, a comprehensive overview of global research trends in mentoring in nursing remains limited. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze the structure and evolution of research in this field using a bibliometric approach.</div></div><div><h3>Evidence acquisition</h3><div>A bibliometric analysis was conducted using the Scopus database, selected for its broad coverage and citation indexing capabilities. The search included all records indexed from 1970 to January 24, 2024. Data were analyzed using Microsoft Excel and VOSviewer to identify publication trends, leading countries, authors, journals, and keyword patterns.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 995 publications on mentoring in nursing were identified. The first study was published in 1970, and a marked increase in publication output was observed after 2020. The United States was the most productive country, and Nurse Education Today was the most active journal. The most frequently used keywords included “mentoring,” “mentorship,” and “nursing,” indicating a strong thematic focus in the field.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Research on mentoring in nursing has shown substantial growth over time, with increasing concentration in specific countries, authors, and journals. The findings also suggest a stable core of research themes alongside emerging topics, reflecting the ongoing development and expansion of this field.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38091,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences","volume":"26 ","pages":"Article 101151"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148737776","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}