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{"title":"Evaluation of Short Training Program on Nurse’s Knowledge and Practice Regarding Vital Signs Measurement","authors":"Mohammed Haider Musa, Zikri Mahmood Mirza","doi":"10.36321/kjns.vi202401.15098","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi202401.15098","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Vital signs are a reliable way to assess the essential physiological processes of a living being. The reason they are called \"vital\" is that figuring out how valuable and important they are is a crucial first step in any clinical evaluation. One of the first clinical evaluations is looking at the patient's vital signs. Following orientation, education and training are two crucial components of nursing staff advancement.\u0000Objectives: of study: the current study aims to evaluate effectiveness of short training program on nurse’s knowledge and practice regarding vital signs measurement.\u0000Methods: A quasi-experiment, a type of research approach, was employed. The subjects of this study were thirty nurses who worked directly with patients at the Heevi Teaching Hospital and were selected at random. Three instruments were used to collect the data: a questionnaire, sociodemographic information, and the nurses' proficiency in taking vital signs.\u0000Results: The current study found that nurses' overall mean acquaintance and competence degrees increased with a statistically significant difference 30 days following the program's deployment. The nurses' performance and comprehension both significantly improved once the vital signs measuring nursing instruction was put into practice.","PeriodicalId":404923,"journal":{"name":"Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences","volume":" 24","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140216331","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":"Association between Psychological Aspects and Coping Strategies among Mothers of Children with Cancer","authors":"Hind Tasjeel Abass Alfatlawy, S. K. Jihad","doi":"10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14594","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14594","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Providing care for a child diagnosed with cancer presents significant emotional and psychological difficulties for parents, especially mothers.\u0000Objective: The study investigates association between psychological aspects and coping strategies among mothers of children with cancer.\u0000Materials and Methods: A Correlational study was undertaken at the Middle Euphrates Cancer Center in Al-Najaf Al Ashraf Governorate from July 31th, 2022, to September 28th, 2023. The questionnaire's validity was ensured through expert consultation, and its reliability was established through a preliminary pilot study. Data were collected by structured interviews using the questionnaire and subjected to thorough analysis employing both descriptive and inferential statistical methods.\u0000Results: The findings of this study show that a significant percentage (54.9%) of mothers with children diagnosed with cancer are experiencing significant psychological distress. Moreover, a substantial number (58.8%) of these mothers are using coping strategies that are not very effective. The study also reveals a strong, negative correlation between the psychological well-being of these mothers and their coping strategies, particularly in areas such as family integration (r = -.445; p < 0.01), social support (r = -.353; p < 0.01), communication with healthcare professionals (r = -.522; p < 0.01), and overall coping (r = -.624; p < 0.01).\u0000Conclusions: The study highlights the alarming prevalence of psychological distress among mothers with children diagnosed with cancer and underscores the ineffectiveness of many coping strategies employed by these mothers. It is recommended that healthcare professionals and support organizations prioritize the provision of tailored psychological support and social support networks to alleviate the psychological burden faced by these mothers.","PeriodicalId":404923,"journal":{"name":"Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences","volume":" 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140217048","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":"Psychological Alienation Related to Problematic Internet Use In Married Female Students","authors":"Dhifaf A. J. Al-Maswdy, S. D. Nawam","doi":"10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14589","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14589","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: This is from the most important study in Iraq that investigates the psychological alienation related to problematic internet use in married female students.\u0000Methods: The descriptive correlational study design is carried out by questioning individuals of the research population to describe the phenomena simply in terms of its type and degree of existence. Asking study participants about their problematic internet use, level of psychological alienation and emotional divorce, and how the descriptive approach is used. Since the problem of the study is related to the present, and its study will be done through direct asking, as well as this study aims to stop at the limit of description and correlation between study variables (problematic internet use vs. level of psychological alienation and emotional divorce). This study started from 10th November 2022 to 20th December 2023. and was approved by the council of the College of Nursing before the initiation of the study and distribution of the questionnaires to be completed by the sample, the targeted setting (Kerbala University).\u0000Results: the results show that there is a positive correlation between problematic internet use and psychological alienation. This indicates that the greater the use of the Internet, the greater the percentage of psychological alienation among the sample of women who underwent the research.\u0000Conclusion: This study aimed to bridge this gap by providing a more comprehensive overall picture of this issue through a quantitative synthesis. more than half of students who have met to some extent of problematic internet use have an average level of psychological alienation among married female students.","PeriodicalId":404923,"journal":{"name":"Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences","volume":" 48","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140213994","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":"Evaluation of Health Care Services at Primary Health Care Center in Baghdad City","authors":"Mohammed Hamza Mahdi","doi":"10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14704","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14704","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: To evaluate services that provided in \"chief health care centers in the capital of Iraqi then to comparability of these centers about services and comparative to such excellence\".\u0000Materials: \", using the evaluation approach, descriptive design these studied made to Evaluate of excellence provided care services to the clients at health care centers in Baghdad. a sample was probabilities appearing in different stage of (15) was selected of health care centers. study sample was consisting from (5) typical centers, (5) municipal centers, and (5) countryside centers. created questionnaire shaped was collected from (33) objects. The first part consisted from (8) portions of point that embrace incorporeal (8) objects, consistency (4) objects, reply (4) items, prominence and self-assurance (4) objects and understanding (5) items. through pilot study Rationality and reliability of the survey are determined. Data are gathering throughout using survey and the conference technique. descriptive statistical applicate on data analysis approach of meltable statistical methods are showed in result paper below\u0000Outcomes: all-out of PHC centers services shoes increase and excellence and   no variance between these HC centers in different sectors built on such value in the most department of health care.\u0000Conclusion: Depending on the study outcomes, primary health care services offered in health centers were of an acceptable quality  \u0000 ","PeriodicalId":404923,"journal":{"name":"Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences","volume":" 38","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140214039","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":"Time management Dimension for Nurses Intensive Care Unit: A Qualitative Study","authors":"Mohammad Qtait, Sumaya Sayej","doi":"10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14810","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14810","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Time management in nursing is essential for stress reduction, effective job management, and positive results for both patients and the organization.\u0000Aim: The aim of the study is to explore the lived experience of nurses and method use in time management strategy for dimension of time management for Intensive Care Unit nurses.\u0000Design: A phenomenological study design was used, targeting ten nurses who worked in the intensive care unit were interviewed. The seven-step phenomenological by Colaizzi.\u0000Result: The intensive care unit nurses managed time/tasks delegated to the nursing team through the make planning to identify the objectives, goal to be realistic, goals based on the needs. Priority by move to a new task before the end of the previous task, the work more than once, lack goals, priorities, or plans daily. Goals setting, by Recognize the errors, many requests in same time, and poor performance, modify plans and good relationships with other nurses, and schedule. Time commitment, by Arrive late, leaving work, allotted time off to nurse during the official feast. Share in decision-making.  Time waster, by Shortage of nurses. Ineffective delegation, Lack of motivation. no coordination between the administration and nurses disorganized work, Miscommunication,  Procrastinating. The intensive care unit nurses managed time/tasks delegated to the nursing team through the make planning to identify the objectives, Goal to be realistic, Goals based on the needs. Priority by Move to a new task before the end of the previous task, the work more than once, Lack goals, priorities, or plans daily. Goals setting, by Recognize the errors, many requests in same time, and poor performance, modify plans and good relationships with other nurses, in addition, schedule. Time commitment, by Arrive late. Leaving work.  allotted time off to nurse during the official feast. share in decision making.  time waster, by Shortage of nurses. Ineffective delegation, Lack of motivation. no coordination between the administration and nurses disorganized work, Miscommunication,  Procrastinating.\u0000Conclusion: Intensive care unit nurses make a time management, extend available time, and prevent time waste by maximizing available time, facilities, and opportunities. Nursing in intensive care unit make plan, priority, goalsetting, time commitment, time waster.\u0000Nursing Implication: It challenges the idea that time management is all about the nurses. It shows how five-time management dimension plaining, goalsetting, time commitment, priority, and time waster. Time management is a relationship with care can provided by nurses. Good time management is a skill that can be honed; it is not innate. Every nurse needs to acquire the means that will allow him/her to effectively manage time.","PeriodicalId":404923,"journal":{"name":"Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences","volume":" 17","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140220284","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":"Evaluation of Vit. D3 and Zn levels in patients with urinary tract infections","authors":"Asmaa Faisal, Sajidah F. Hasan","doi":"10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14362","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14362","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Vitamin D, known for its immunoregulatory effects and antimicrobial properties, plays a crucial role in regulating inflammation and chemokine production. Zinc is influential for a healthy immune system and human health, influencing cell differentiation, proliferation, and apoptosis, which impact organism growth.\u0000Objective: Determine the serum zinc and vitamin D3 levels in UTI patients and controls to detect the role of vit. D3 and Zn in UTIs, and their levels in recurrent and non-recurrent infections.\u0000Materials and Methods: Samples of 60 urinary tract infection patients, distributed between 30 females and 30 males, were collected from Imam Hassan Al-Mujtaba Hospital for the period from December 2022 to April 2023. After collecting venous blood samples from patients and the controls, the serum was separated to measure the concentrations of vitamin D3 and zinc. The concentration of vitamin D3 was measured using the Cobas system, while the concentration of zinc was measured using a Mindray device.\u0000Results: UTI patients have lower serum zinc levels than the controls group, with the patient group having 83.0 mg/dL compared to the control group. Vitamin D3 was also low in the patients group compared to controls (10.50, 12.58 respectively).\u0000Conclusion: Vitamin D3 and zinc levels can influence UTI development, with patients having lower serum vit. D3 and zinc than the controls group, indicating a potential risk of UTI.","PeriodicalId":404923,"journal":{"name":"Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences","volume":"227 S718","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140222834","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 Slow Deep Breathing Exercises using Incentive Spirometry on Functional Capacity among Patients with Coronary Artery Disease","authors":"Zahra Abdulmunem Ahmed, H. Dawood","doi":"10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14525","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi202401.14525","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction \u0000A condition known as coronary artery disease occurs when the myocardium does not receive enough blood or oxygen. It is caused by blockage of the coronary arteries and is characterized by an imbalance in the supply and demand of oxygen. Usually, it involves blood flow obstruction caused by plaques that form in the coronary artery lumen. It is the leading global cause of death.\u0000Methods\u0000Participants in this quasi-experimental research design included patients with coronary artery diseases. Patients with severe respiratory conditions, a history of coughing, difficulty breathing deeply, non-pulmonary status at first examination, and inability to complete the study were among the exclusion criteria. the participants in the study were 50 samples (25 research groups and 25 control groups), the research groups were given an incentive spirometer in addition to hands-on instruction on how to use it and collect accurate measurements. Patients were told to lie down or sit in order to breathe in and out through the tube 10 times. Patients were instructed to do this exercise three times every eight hours for a duration of three weeks.\u0000Findings:\u0000 Three weeks following the intervention, a re-assessment of the functional capacity, revealed an improvement in factional capacity solely in the study groups relative to the pre-test.\u0000Conclusion\u0000Using an innovative spirometer, the study demonstrated the impact of various deep breaths on the functional capacity of patients with CAD. Nearly all patients demonstrated a significant short-term improvement in their functional capacity, and no significant side effects were found. Consequently, this methodology can be applied in subsequent research to examine long-term impacts for weeks or months. Because it is simple to use and the measurement is non-intrusive, this method is perfect for self-monitoring at home.","PeriodicalId":404923,"journal":{"name":"Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences","volume":"75 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140223084","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":"Pregnant Women's Knowledge on Preconceptional and Conceptional use of Folic Acid in Rania City","authors":"Renas Mohamed Khidhir, Khalat Karwan Fares, Ribwar A. Mohammed, Zhian Abdulla Mohammad","doi":"10.36321/kjns.vi202401.13853","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi202401.13853","url":null,"abstract":"Background and objectives: Pregnancy is one of the most important periods in the life of woman. Nutrition plays an essential role in the development of a healthy pregnancy. The importance of the taking adequate essential vitamins such as Folic acid both before and during pregnancy is emphasized for the wellbeing of a developing embryo. The purpose of this use study is to assess the level of pregnant woman’s Information regarding adherence of using folic acid supplementation in Rania City.\u0000Methods: In a descriptive cross section study, 100 women were selected. On the basis of questionnaires and interviews, data was obtained during the month of (December, 2020 to March, 2021).  Data was analyzed using SPSS Version 23.\u0000 \u0000Result: The obtained information revealed that (71%) of pregnant women had intermediate level of knowledge Although excellent knowledge of folic acid was only (14%). Doctors are major sources for promoting awareness about folic acid. There is a significant relationship between the knowledge, level of education, age group, and monthly income. There were more women with high levels of knowledge among those who had lower parities, had more education, and were looking for health-related information.\u0000Conclusion: Results acquired have shown some understanding towards the perception of folic acid among pregnancy. Therefore, it is important to increase the awareness of folic acid supplementation among women who are or planning to become pregnant.","PeriodicalId":404923,"journal":{"name":"Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences","volume":" 22","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140222493","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":"Effect of Multicomponent Exercise Program on the Dyspnea and Fatigue for Patients with Cardiac Dysfunction","authors":"Safaa Eydan, Mohammed A. Mustafa, Fadhil G.Al-amran","doi":"10.36321/kjns.vi20232.12931","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi20232.12931","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Cardiac dysfunction is the term for the heart's diminished capacity to pump blood efficiently, which can cause a number of symptoms like fatigue and dyspnea. The quality of life and functional ability of people with heart dysfunction can be greatly impacted by these symptoms. Exercise has been acknowledged as a crucial part of managing and rehabbing people with cardiovascular diseases. Exercises have shown potential outcomes in reducing dyspnea and fatigue in this population. The ECHO parameters help in diagnosing and monitoring cardiac dysfunction and guiding the rehabilitation strategies.\u0000Study Objective: To determine the effect of multicomponent exercise program and to Evaluate patients’ fatigue and dyspnea in pre-test, multi-period and post-test.\u0000Methods and Results: this randomized controlled trial examine the effectiveness of the Multicomponent exercise program in improving the ECHO parameters in cardiac dysfunction patients. Non-probability (purposively) sample of 80 participants randomly divided into two groups of 40; The study group have been exposed to multicomponent exercise program by the researcher and the control group follow the traditional program provided by the Heart Center. Then the Dyspnea Index scale and the Fatigue severity scale were measures for both groups measured on different intervals during the program period. The results show a statistically significant (P value less than 0.05) enhancement of both scales among the study group.\u0000Conclusion: The Multicomponent exercise program has improved the levels of dyspnea and fatigue in those patients who attended the program. These results have important implications for the management and rehabilitation of heart failure patients, highlighting the effectiveness of integrated exercise programs to improving the overall quality of life for individuals with cardiac conditions.\u0000 ","PeriodicalId":404923,"journal":{"name":"Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences","volume":"86 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124947097","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":"Evaluation of Pain Intensity Related to Arteriovenous Fistula Puncture among Hemodialysis Patients","authors":"Rafal D. Neamah, Diaa k. Abd Ali","doi":"10.36321/kjns.vi20232.13195","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi20232.13195","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Pain associated with arteriovenous fistula puncture is a significant problem among hemodialysis patients. The process of needle insertion often causes considerable physical and psychological discomfort, leading to a decrease in perceived quality of life.\u0000Study Objective : Evaluate the level of pain experienced by hemodialysis patients due to arteriovenous fistula puncture.\u0000Methods and Materials: A cross-sectional study design was used, with a sample size of 40 patients under hemodialysis. The intensity of pain was measured for these patients during the needle insertion by means of a rating analogies scale. The selection of the study sample was done through a purposive sample from a hospital setting. Data collection was conducted using the rating analogies scale. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data on pain intensity.\u0000Results: The results showed that the intensity of pain ranged from moderate to severe. The discussion of the results focused on the implications of the findings for clinical practice and the need for further research in the area. The study highlighted the importance of considering the intensity of pain related to arteriovenous fistula puncture among hemodialysis patients, and the need for further research into interventions that can reduce the associated pain.\u0000Conclusion and Recommendations : Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that arteriovenous fistula puncture causes moderate to severe pain in hemodialysis patients. Therefore, it is recommended that healthcare providers should take necessary measures to reduce the intensity of pain during the procedure. These measures may include the use of pain-relieving medications and other methods such as distraction , relaxation techniques and cryotherapy.","PeriodicalId":404923,"journal":{"name":"Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences","volume":"755 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116116222","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}