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{"title":"Nurses' Perceptions and Expectations of Patient Violence: Language Matters.","authors":"Darcy Copeland, Mary Potter, Susan Tipton, Debra Culter","doi":"10.3390/nursrep15030085","DOIUrl":"10.3390/nursrep15030085","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background</b>: Patient violence is a serious occupational risk for nurses. Some professional rhetoric presents this risk as not part of nursing work, discounting widespread exposure. There is a disjunction between nurses' experiences and the discourse they are exposed to. There is little to no evidence indicating whether nurses think it is possible to eliminate patient violence or whether their expectations of exposure to patient violence align with the significant risk they face. <b>Purpose</b>: The purpose of this analysis was to examine nurses' perceptions related to the elimination of, expectations of, and desired state regarding exposure to patient violence. <b>Methods</b>: This study used a cross-sectional, descriptive design. <b>Results</b>: Nearly 500 nurses from seven acute care hospitals in the western United States responded to the electronic survey. Most nurses (85%) do not think it is possible to prevent violence in acute care facilities. Most (81%) also agree that nurses in acute care facilities <i>do</i> expect to be exposed to patient violence while at work. A smaller majority (68%) responded that nurses <i>should</i> expect to be exposed to patient violence while at work. Respondents indicated that expecting patient violence was an important mechanism in preventing and responding to it. Nurses did not conflate expectations of patient violence with acceptance of patient violence. <b>Conclusions</b>: Expecting patient violence is not equivalent to accepting violence, yet these two ideas are often used interchangeably in workplace violence initiatives. Eliminating patient violence is not entirely possible given known risk factors. Enforcing 'zero tolerance' to patient violence is untenable, and the inability to enact it may result in frustration among nurses. Language matters, and what nurses are experiencing must be differentiated from an ideal state. The professional narrative about patient violence may have negative consequences and is not aligned with nurses' experiences or expectations.</p>","PeriodicalId":40753,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Reports","volume":"15 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11945363/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143731968","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":"Risk Determinants of Sexual Behaviors: Dating Apps, History of Sexually Transmitted Infections, Substance Use, and Pornography Consumption in Health Science Students.","authors":"María Naranjo-Márquez, Anna Bocchino, Ester Gilart, Eva Manuela Cotobal-Calvo, Fortuna Procentese, José Luis Palazón-Fernández","doi":"10.3390/nursrep15030083","DOIUrl":"10.3390/nursrep15030083","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background</b>: Since 2020, there has been a significant increase in sexually transmitted infections (STIs), especially in young people, and these include syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and lymphogranuloma venereum, which are often asymptomatic but with the potential for transmission. In addition, certain risk behaviors, such as the use of dating apps, pornography, and substance use, reduce adherence to barrier methods, especially in men, thus facilitating the spread of these infections. <b>Methods</b>: This observational, cross-sectional study aimed to explore the relationship between the use of dating apps, drug and pornographic material consumption, and STI history in university students of the health sciences. <b>Results</b>: The sample consisted of 730 participants. The results indicated that individuals who identified as gay, lesbian, or bisexual reported significantly higher rates of dating app use, drug use, and pornography consumption compared to those who identified as heterosexual. Also, these groups showed lower adherence to contraceptive and protective methods. A statistical analysis revealed a relationship between the use of dating apps and increased sexual risk behaviors, suggesting that the accessibility of these platforms could influence the frequency and type of sexual contact. <b>Conclusions</b>: The increase in the prevalence of STIs in recent years has highlighted the urgency of strengthening prevention and sexual health promotion strategies, especially in young and high-risk populations. This study emphasizes the need for early and targeted interventions in high-risk groups to reduce the incidence of STIs and promote responsible sexual health practices.</p>","PeriodicalId":40753,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Reports","volume":"15 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11944733/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732185","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":"Between Clicks and Care: Investigating Social Media Addiction and Work Engagement Among Nurses in Saudi Arabia.","authors":"Zahour Ismael Boukari, Naglaa Abdelaziz Mahmoud Elseesy, Ohood Felemban, Ruba Alharazi","doi":"10.3390/nursrep15030084","DOIUrl":"10.3390/nursrep15030084","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background/Objectives</b>: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between social media networking addiction (SMNA) and work engagement (WE) among nurses at a government hospital in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as well as to assess the overall levels of SMNA and WE within this population. <b>Methods</b>: A quantitative, correlational, cross-sectional design was employed with an online survey instrument, involving 283 nurses from the government hospital. The data were analyzed using SPSS software version 26. <b>Results</b>: Nurses exhibited low levels of SMNA and average levels of WE. A negative relationship was identified between SMNA and WE. <b>Conclusions</b>: The findings indicate that SMNA influences various dimensions of WE differently. A significant negative relationship was observed between SMNA and the dimensions of vigor, absorption, and overall WE. However, SMNA did not significantly impact the dedication dimension, which emerged as the highest-scoring aspect among nursing professionals. Therefore, this study recommends raising awareness among nurses regarding the detrimental impact that excessive social media usage can have on their professional responsibilities and mental health, the implementation of clear social media usage guidelines, regular assessment of the trends in social media usage among nurses and the introduction of educational programs to raise awareness and promote responsible usage.</p>","PeriodicalId":40753,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Reports","volume":"15 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11945468/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732204","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":"Indonesian Nursing Educators' Experiences with Developing Student-Centered Learning Methods.","authors":"Vigdis Abrahamsen Grøndahl, Kirsti Lauvli Andersen, Ann Karin Helgesen, Asniar Asniar, Randi Martinsen, Riza Septiani, Dharina Baharuddin, Signe Rasch Woersaa, Anna Willman, Liv Berit Olsen","doi":"10.3390/nursrep15030081","DOIUrl":"10.3390/nursrep15030081","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background/Objectives</b>: There is a rising global demand to educate independent and reflective nurses capable of addressing the evolving needs of healthcare systems and diverse populations. The Indonesian Nursing Act solidifies the professional status of nurses, although challenges persist including discrepancies between practice and educational standards. There is a need to increase the competence of Indonesian nurse educators and their ability to facilitate learning that can strengthen the nursing programs' quality and improve the nurses' ability to address various health issues in the population. The aim of the study was to describe the nurse educators' experiences with developing student-active methods in nursing education in Indonesia. <b>Methods</b>: This study is part of an Erasmus+ project: Capacity Building in Nursing Education in Indonesia (CABNEI). A three-year educational program for nursing educators in Indonesia was developed. The current study used a qualitative, descriptive design with a questionnaire containing four open-ended questions focusing on the educators' experiences with developing student-active methods and conditions affecting this process. Data were collected between January and November 2022 and analyzed using qualitative content analysis. <b>Results</b>: A total of 32 educators from two universities and two nursing schools in Indonesia participated. The analysis revealed the theme \"A change of pedagogical approaches to nursing students' learning\" with three categories: \"Setting the stage for pedagogical development in the nursing education\", \"From correction to reflection\", and \"Factors affecting the educators' learning process\". <b>Conclusions</b>: The nursing educators' experiences with developing student-active methods in Indonesia were positive. They reported incorporating additional pedagogical tools into their teaching methods and nursing programs. Management is vital in facilitating active-learning strategies. It is important to foster collaborative opportunities for educators and enhance their pedagogical skills to meet the healthcare system's evolving needs and society's demands for sustainable nursing expertise.</p>","PeriodicalId":40753,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Reports","volume":"15 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11944407/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732345","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":"Epidemiological Profile and Risk Factors Related to Sexually Transmitted Infections in Sex Workers in Granada (Spain).","authors":"Isabel Llavero-Molino, María Sánchez-Torres, César Hueso-Montoro, Alberto González-García, Inmaculada García-García, Francisco Jiménez-Bautista, María Ángeles Pérez-Morente","doi":"10.3390/nursrep15030082","DOIUrl":"10.3390/nursrep15030082","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Sex work is one of the oldest trades in the world. It is the practice of sexual activity in exchange for money or material goods. It has traditionally been carried out by women, although in recent years, there has been an increase in the number of male sex workers. Sex workers have been recognized as a population at high risk of contracting and transmitting sexually transmitted infections and human immunodeficiency virus and have had limited access to multiple services, including health care. <b>Objective:</b> The aim was to identify the epidemiological profile and risk factors of a population of sex workers in the province of Granada, southern Spain. <b>Methods:</b> An analytical cross-sectional study was conducted by reviewing the medical records at a specific sexually transmitted infection center in Spain. <b>Results:</b> A total of 157 sex workers' records were analyzed, most of whom were women, who mainly identified as heterosexual, with a mean age of 28.52 years and a high percentage of foreign nationality. Some sexual behaviors associated with the acquisition of sexually transmitted infections were also analyzed. <b>Conclusions:</b> The results revealed a deficient coverage of the health needs of a highly vulnerable and stigmatized social group, highlighting the need for interventions to prevent risky habits, as well as to promote behaviors aimed at achieving better sexual health.</p>","PeriodicalId":40753,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Reports","volume":"15 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11945086/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732301","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":"Development and Evaluation of an AI-Assisted Answer Assessment (4A) for Cognitive Assessments in Nursing Education.","authors":"Piyanut Xuto, Piyaporn Prasitwattanaseree, Tareewan Chaiboonruang, Sujitra Chaiwuth, Podjanee Khwanngern, Chadchadaporn Nuntakwang, Karnjana Nimarangkul, Wara Suwansin, Lawitra Khiaokham, Daniel Bressington","doi":"10.3390/nursrep15030080","DOIUrl":"10.3390/nursrep15030080","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Artificial intelligence (AI) can potentially enhance cognitive assessment practices in maternal and child health nursing education. <b>Objectives</b>: To evaluate the reliability, accuracy and precision, and external validity of an AI-assisted answer assessment (4A) program for cognitive assessments in nursing education. <b>Methods</b>: This study is a validation study. Initially, 170 nursing students from northern Thailand participated, with 52 randomly selected for detailed testing. Agreement testing between the 4A program and human experts was conducted using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). Accuracy and precision testing compared 4A scores with human expert assessments via the McNemar test. External validation involved 138 participants to compare the 4A program's assessments against national examination outcomes using logistic regression. <b>Results</b>: Results indicated a high level of consistency between the 4A program and human experts (ICC = 0.886). With an accuracy of 0.808 and a precision of 0.913, compared to the human expert's accuracy of 0.923 and precision of 1.000. The McNemar test (χ² = 0.4, <i>p</i> = 0.527) showed no significant difference in evaluation performance between AI and human experts. Higher scores on the 4A program significantly predicted success in the national nursing examination (OR: 1.124, <i>p</i> = 0.031). <b>Conclusions</b>: The 4A program demonstrates potential in reliably assessing nursing students' cognitive abilities and predicting exam success. This study advocates for the continued integration of AI in educational assessments and the importance of refining AI systems to better align with traditional assessment methods.</p>","PeriodicalId":40753,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Reports","volume":"15 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11945599/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732277","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":"Assessing the Quality of Life of Pregnant Women in Romania: Socioeconomic, Health, and Obstetric Factors and the Validation of the WHOQOL-BREF Instrument.","authors":"Mihaela Corina Radu, Sebastian Mihai Armean, Laura Ioana Chivu, Justin Aurelian, Cosmin Medar, Loredana Sabina Cornelia Manolescu","doi":"10.3390/nursrep15030078","DOIUrl":"10.3390/nursrep15030078","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Pregnancy is a transformative stage in a woman's life, marked by significant physical, emotional, and social changes. This study had three main <b>objectives:</b> (1) to assess the quality of life (QoL) of pregnant women in Romania, (2) to identify the sociodemographic, health, and obstetric factors influencing their QoL and (3) to examine the psychometric properties of the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire within the Romanian context, determining its effectiveness in evaluating QoL during pregnancy. <b>Methods:</b> A cross-sectional analytical survey was conducted between January and July 2023 among pregnant women in Romania, targeting a geographically diverse sample from urban and rural areas. Eligible participants were Romanian citizens aged 18 or older. Data were collected through an online self-administered questionnaire using Google Forms, with informed consent obtained electronically. The survey included demographic, obstetric, and health-related variables alongside the WHOQOL-BREF tool, which evaluates QoL across four dimensions: Physical, Psychological, Social Relationships, and Environment. Statistical analysis involved confirmatory factor analysis, reliability testing (Cronbach's α and McDonald's ω), and comparisons using Welch's t-tests and ANOVA. <b>Results:</b> A total of 1550 valid responses were analyzed. The WHOQOL-BREF demonstrated excellent internal consistency (Cronbach's α > 0.9 across all dimensions). Women with higher education and stable employment reported significantly higher QoL scores in physical and psychological dimensions. No significant differences were found based on pregnancy trimester, previous births, or participation in prenatal classes, although trends suggested slight advantages for participants in prenatal education. Women delivering in private hospitals or non-hospital settings reported better psychological and physical QoL than those delivering in public hospitals. Support from partners and urban residency positively influenced perceived QoL. <b>Conclusions:</b> The WHOQOL-BREF is a reliable tool for assessing QoL in pregnant women in Romania. The study highlights the role of education, employment, and delivery location in influencing QoL, emphasizing the need for targeted support for vulnerable groups during pregnancy.</p>","PeriodicalId":40753,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Reports","volume":"15 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11944929/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732193","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":"An Evaluation of the NANDA International, Inc., Diagnostic Classification Among Spanish Nurses: A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Claudio-Alberto Rodríguez-Suárez, María-Isabel Mariscal-Crespo, María-Naira Hernández-De Luis, Emília-Isabel Martins Teixeira-da-Costa, Héctor González-de la Torre, Rafaela Camacho-Bejarano","doi":"10.3390/nursrep15030079","DOIUrl":"10.3390/nursrep15030079","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background/Objectives</b>: The NANDA International, Inc., (NANDA-I) diagnostic classification is the most widely used standardized nursing language internationally. The EVALUAN-I tool was developed to evaluate the NANDA-I diagnostic classification. The aim was to analyze the use of the NANDA-I diagnostic classification among Spanish nurses and assess its correlation with sociodemographic characteristics. <b>Methods</b>: A cross-sectional study was conducted on a non-probabilistic sample of Spanish nurses working in clinical, management, and academic settings using the EVALUAN-I tool (September 2019-December 2020). The analysis was conducted using R^® (version 3.6.3, Lavaan package; R Core Team, 2020), with statistical significance set at <i>p</i> < 0.05. This study was approved by the Research Ethics Committee (2019-190-1). <b>Results:</b> A total of 483 responses were obtained. There was a correlation between the intensity of use of NANDA-I and its application in practice (polychoric correlation = 0.50; <i>p</i> < 0.001). Nurses with a PhD degree considered nursing diagnoses to be less evidence-based (<i>p</i> = 0.037) but more useful (<i>p</i> = 0.035). Academic and research nurses stated that NANDA-I was more useful (<i>p</i> = 0.007), even for exclusive responsibilities (<i>p</i> = 0.034), and that it provided greater significance to diagnoses (<i>p</i> = 0.0012). <b>Conclusions:</b> NANDA-I is the most widely used standardized nursing language in Spain. Nurses' academic qualifications and work environment significantly influence their perceptions and use of NANDA-I. Advanced education fosters a critical yet positive perspective, highlighting a relationship between the intensity of its use, its application in clinical practice, and the nurse's educational background. Tools such as EVALUAN-I promote its integration and evidence-based practice, but challenges remain in improving perceptions, scientific evidence, and visibility in electronic health records to enhance its clinical impact and nursing recognition.</p>","PeriodicalId":40753,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Reports","volume":"15 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11944877/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732186","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":"Mothers' Body Appreciation and Postpartum Self-Esteem in Relation to Body Changes and Breastfeeding Difficulties: A Cross-Sectional Survey in Cyprus.","authors":"Anastasia Kalli, Maria Iliadou, Ermioni Palaska, Sevasti Louverdi, Calliope Dagla, Eirini Orovou, Maria Dagla","doi":"10.3390/nursrep15030076","DOIUrl":"10.3390/nursrep15030076","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Objectives</b>: This study explores the effect of pregnancy weight gain, acceptance of body changes, and breastfeeding difficulties on mothers' self-esteem and body appreciation during the postpartum period. <b>Methods</b>: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 100 puerperae (at 2nd day postpartum), during August 2022-March 2023 in Paralimni/Cyprus, with exclusion criteria being the presence of postpartum depression. The Body Appreciation Scale-BAS-was administrated in order to investigate the level of body appreciation, and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale-RSES-10-was used for assessing self-esteem. <b>Results</b>: Findings indicated that the higher the pregnancy weight gain (<i>r</i> = -0.293), the lower the measured levels of the mothers' self-esteem and body appreciation are (<i>r</i> = -0.292). Mothers whose level of acceptance of body changes was low to moderate appeared to demonstrate lower self-esteem (<i>p</i> = 0.027) and lower body appreciation (<i>p</i> < 0.001) at two days postpartum. Also, mothers who had breastfeeding difficulties at two days postpartum seem to demonstrate lower self-esteem (<i>p</i> = 0.032), and increased support from their husbands in terms of breastfeeding is associated with higher levels of mothers' self-esteem (<i>r</i> = 0.235). Additionally, greater support for breastfeeding, both in the clinic (<i>r</i> = 0.314) and from their husbands (<i>r</i> = 0.290), appears to be linked to higher levels of body appreciation. The psychological influence of pregnancy weight gain (<i>β</i> = -0.236, <i>p</i> = 0.04) and breastfeeding difficulties (<i>β</i> = -0.284, <i>p</i> = 0.008) appeared to be predictors of mothers' self-esteem at two days postpartum. <b>Conclusions</b>: The findings highlight the need for further research in areas including mothers' body image and self-esteem and breastfeeding difficulties and further longitudinal studies to determine the exact nature of the pathways involved.</p>","PeriodicalId":40753,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Reports","volume":"15 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11944591/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143731822","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":"Integrating Active Learning Methodologies into Clinical Nutrition Education for Nursing Students: A Quasi-Experimental Study.","authors":"Stefano Mancin, Giovanni Cangelosi, Marco Sguanci, Sofia Matteucci, Emanuela Morenghi, Diego Lopane, Daniela Cattani, Simone Cosmai, Giulia Vinciguerra, Mauro Parozzi, Sara Morales Palomares, Beatrice Mazzoleni","doi":"10.3390/nursrep15030077","DOIUrl":"10.3390/nursrep15030077","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background</b>: Clinical nutrition is essential in nursing care, with nurses playing a key role in supporting patients' dietary needs. <b>Aim</b>: To assess the impact of active learning methodologies on clinical nutrition education, focusing on knowledge retention among nursing students. <b>Methods</b>: Using a quasi-experimental research design, we enrolled 131 s-year nursing students. Both groups attended an eight-hour seminar on clinical nutrition, incorporating critical thinking. The experimental group had prior exposure to active learning and ICT in their first-year course, while the control group received traditional teaching. Knowledge was assessed using a validated questionnaire on basic and clinical nutrition. <b>Results</b>: The experimental group scored higher in both basic and clinical nutrition, indicating that active learning improves immediate learning and long-term retention. One year later, they retained significant knowledge, particularly regarding nutrient-disease relationships. <b>Conclusions</b>: Active learning, particularly critical thinking, enhances short- and long-term outcomes in clinical nutrition education. Future studies should refine assessment tools and explore further integration of active learning into nursing curricula.</p>","PeriodicalId":40753,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Reports","volume":"15 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11944427/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732351","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}