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{"title":"Menstrual poverty and genital hygiene behaviors among adolescents: A cross-sectional study","authors":"Ayse Ozge Deniz PhD, RN,&nbsp;Serap Acikgoz PhD, RN","doi":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.10.028","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.10.028","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>Period poverty is an important public health problem that negatively affects genital hygiene behaviors. This study was conducted to examine period poverty and genital hygiene behaviors in adolescents.</div></div><div><h3>Design and methods</h3><div>This cross-sectional study was conducted with 397 adolescents between May 1, 2023 and November 30, 2023 by using a “Personal Information Form,” a “ Menstrual Cycle Characteristics Form,” a “Period Poverty Characteristics Form,” and the “Genital Hygiene Behavior Scale.” The data were analyzed using SPSS 27.0 program and according to the results of descriptive statistical methods and normality analysis, <em>t-</em>test, Mann Whitney <em>U</em> test and Kruskal Wallis H test analysis were used in independent groups.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The total mean Adolescents' Genital Hygiene Behavior Scale score was 86.58 ± 10.03. The genital hygiene behavior scale score was low in adolescents who had financial difficulties purchasing hygiene products, whose frequency of changing hygiene products was negatively affected by economic reasons, who were worried about running out of hygiene products during the last period, and who thought that menstrual education was inadequate (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.001).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Our results indicated that period poverty in adolescents negatively affected their genital hygiene behaviors.</div></div><div><h3>Practical implications</h3><div>It is recommended that adolescents be addressed within the scope of social policies for better access to affordable menstrual products.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48899,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages e1-e6"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142629886","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Balancing life with type 1 diabetes mellitus: A qualitative study of jordanian adolescents","authors":"Khulood Kayed Shattnawi PhD, RN ,&nbsp;Sumiah Mohammed Mahassneh MSN, RN","doi":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.10.039","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.10.039","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><div>To explore the lived experiences of Jordanian adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and identify their specific needs.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Qualitative interviews were conducted with 10 Jordanian adolescents. Thematic analysis was used to identify key themes.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Three main themes emerged: (1) Living with diabetes as a constant struggle, including emotional turbulence, social withdrawal, and difficulty with treatment regimens; (2) Restoring balance in life through social support, following treatment protocols, and accepting the disease; and (3) Adolescents' needs for a better environment, including improved knowledge, resources, and social integration.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Adolescents with T1DM face significant challenges, including emotional distress, social isolation, and difficulties managing their disease. This study provides valuable insights into their experiences and highlights the importance of comprehensive support.</div></div><div><h3>Practice implications</h3><div>To effectively support adolescents with T1DM, healthcare providers and educators should focus on providing emotional support, social support, and practical assistance. Additionally, improving knowledge and awareness about T1DM among adolescents and their families is crucial, as well as increasing access to resources that can help them manage their disease and live fulfilling lives.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48899,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages e40-e47"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142629820","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Child-friendly healthcare: A concept analysis","authors":"Wei Xiao Huang PhD, MNSc, BNSc ,&nbsp;Mei Chan Chong PhD, MSc, BNSc, RN ,&nbsp;Li Yoong Tang PhD, MSc, BNSc ,&nbsp;Xiao Xia Liu MNSc, BNSc, RN","doi":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.10.035","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.10.035","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This study aims to analyze the concept of Child-friendly Healthcare (CFH) using Walker and Avant's conceptual analysis framework to clarify its meaning, attributes, and implications for clinical practice.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>The study employed Walker and Avant's conceptual analysis method, which involves a systematic process comprising concept selection, setting objectives, exploring potential uses, defining attributes, constructing a model case, identifying contrary cases, determining antecedents and consequences, and examining empirical referents. A scoping review was conducted across multiple sources, including online dictionaries, scientific databases, and grey literature, with a focus on literature relevant to CFH.</div></div><div><h3>Result</h3><div>A total of 37 articles were reviewed, revealing diverse definitions and interpretations of CFH across various contexts. The concept was defined by five key attributes: (1) child interests-prioritized quality services, (2) child-friendly environments and spaces, (3) social interaction, (4) child participation, and (5) development facilitation. The study also identified the antecedents and consequences of CFH, developed model and contrary cases, and examined empirical referents to offer a comprehensive understanding of the concept.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This analysis effectively clarified the concept of CFH, highlighting its core attributes and providing valuable insights for clinical nursing practice. The findings suggest that CFH can be used as a framework to guide child-centered healthcare practices, thereby enhancing the quality of care provided to pediatric patients.</div></div><div><h3>Implications</h3><div>Conducting a concept analysis of CFH can significantly contribute to improving patient health outcomes, supporting institutional development, and fostering future research and practical applications in child healthcare settings.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48899,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages e7-e15"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142629838","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Undergraduate nursing students' perspectives of trauma-informed care in pediatric nursing: A cross-sectional Egyptian study","authors":"Ahmed Loutfy ,&nbsp;Amina Elzeiny ,&nbsp;Sameer A. Alkubati ,&nbsp;Ahmed Hashem El-Monshed ,&nbsp;Mohamed Ali Zoromba ,&nbsp;Corrien Van Belkum ,&nbsp;Fatma Sayed Abdelaziz Mohamed","doi":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.12.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.12.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) is a critical approach in pediatric nursing, addressing the unique challenges and high trauma susceptibility in children. Including TIC in nursing education aims to equip students with the necessary skills for empathetic and efficient care, enhancing patient outcomes and professional competence. This study investigates the perspectives of undergraduate pediatric nursing students on TIC.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>In February 2024, a cross-sectional study was launched after the pediatric nursing course. It targeted third-year students via an online survey. Out of 325 invited, 261 participated. The TIC Provider Survey v2.0 and the Students' Profile Form were used for data collection.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Of the 261 pediatric nursing students, 71.6 % were female, and 70.5 % were over 22. About 62.8 % had previous trauma care education. The study found moderately high mean scores in different sub-items of TIC knowledge (Mean ± SD = 40.26 ± 7.401), moderate self-rated competence (Mean ± SD = 17.57 ± 4.809) in TIC practices, and high favorable opinions (Mean ± SD = 22.23 ± 4.015) towards TIC. It emphasized the combined impact of classroom learning and clinical practice on understanding and applying TIC principles.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This study emphasizes the need for TIC in pediatric nursing curricula to enhance students' skills and confidence. It suggests that targeted educational interventions can improve holistic care for trauma-affected patients. The research advocates continuous training to bolster TIC competencies, benefiting children and families. It calls for future research with larger samples and qualitative analysis to further understand TIC in nursing education.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48899,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages e127-e135"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142824567","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The effect of cognitive behavioral interventions applied to children with anxiety disorders on their anxiety level: A meta-analysis study","authors":"Hacer Alemdar ,&nbsp;Aysel Karaca","doi":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.12.020","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.12.020","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Anxiety disorders are among the most prevalent mental health conditions in childhood, affecting an estimated 10 % to 20 % of children. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the most commonly employed treatment for these disorders. This study utilizes a meta-analytic approach to evaluate the effectiveness of CBT interventions in reducing anxiety levels among children diagnosed with anxiety disorders.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A comprehensive search was conducted in the “PubMed,” “Science Direct,” “Scopus,” and “Web of Science” databases to identify randomized controlled and quasi-experimental studies that investigated the impact of CBT on children's anxiety levels. Studies that met the inclusion criteria were selected for analysis. The methodological quality of the selected studies was assessed using the “Critical Appraisal Checklists” developed by the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI). Meta-analytic procedures were performed using the Review Manager 5.4.1 software.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Twenty-nine studies published between 2015 and 2024 met the inclusion criteria and were included in the meta-analysis. The results indicate that CBT interventions are significantly effective in reducing anxiety levels in children with anxiety disorders (SMD: -1.51, 95 % CI: −2.07, −0.95, Z = 5.28, <em>p</em> &lt; 0.00001). Among the various types of CBT, cognitive behavioral play therapy emerged as the most effective in reducing anxiety (SMD: -2.41, 95 % CI: −2.95, −1.88, Z = 8.84, <em>p</em> &lt; 0.00001). Additionally, follow-up assessments at 3, 6, and 12 months post-intervention demonstrated that CBT has a sustained effect in lowering children's anxiety levels over time.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>This meta-analysis offers a valuable update to the existing literature by reinforcing the efficacy of CBT interventions in treating anxiety disorders in children.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48899,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages e246-e254"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142957260","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Information for Readers","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/S0882-5963(25)00018-1","DOIUrl":"10.1016/S0882-5963(25)00018-1","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48899,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families","volume":"80 ","pages":"Page vii"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143159072","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Development and validation of the social determinants of health screening scale–parent form","authors":"Duygu Yılmaz ,&nbsp;Rabiye Güney","doi":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.12.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.12.008","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div><em>Background:</em> The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends screening children for social determinants of health (SDOH).</div><div><em>Purpose:</em> This study aimed to develop a valid and reliable tool for screening SDOH in children and adolescents aged 0–18 through their parents.</div><div><em>Design and Methods:</em> This methodological research was conducted with parents of 748 children admitted to a hospital in Turkey. An item pool was created from a literature review and interviews with 30 healthcare professionals. The scale's validity and reliability were tested through pilot and main applications.</div><div><em>Results:</em> The scale, with 33 items across five factors, explained 57.256 % of total variability. Confirmatory factor analysis showed significant model fit (RMSEA = 0.052, χ2/df = 2.013). Cronbach's Alpha ranged from 0.646 to 0.909 for sub-dimensions, and 0.886 overall.</div><div><em>Conclusion:</em> The scale is a valid and reliable tool for screening SDOH in children and adolescents through their parents and can be used in academic research and clinical practice.</div><div><em>Practice Implications:</em> The scale provides healthcare professionals with a practical tool for assessing social determinants of health in pediatric populations, facilitating early identification and intervention in both clinical settings and research applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48899,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages e170-e179"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142872054","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"SPN 2024 Year in Review","authors":"Jennifer Baird PhD, MPH, MSW, RN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, CPN","doi":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.10.012","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.10.012","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48899,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 177-179"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142511115","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Nurses' care experiences with generation alpha based on Watson's human care theory","authors":"Bahar Aksoy ,&nbsp;Vildan Apaydin Cirik","doi":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.10.041","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.10.041","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>To explain the care experiences and views of pediatric nurses for generation alpha based on Watson's Theory of Human Caring.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A descriptive phenomenological design. The data were collected between January 2022 and April 2022 from purposively selected with maximum variation nurses in a pediatric clinic at a hospital. The study adhered to the Consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative research (COREQ) guidelines. The data were collected from 14 nurses using individual in-depth interviews, a personal information form, a semi-structured interview form, and observation notes, and analyzed using Giorgi's five stages based on the descriptive phenomenological method.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Nurses' views and care experiences for generation alpha were explained under the 3 main themes; facilitating curative care behaviors (first theme), barriers to curative care behaviors (second theme), and maintaining ideal authentic care (third theme), and 7 sub-themes.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Based on Human Caring, this study revealed novel, and powerful information about establishing and maintaining the caring relationship between nurses and the alpha generation. It is recommended that nurses take the theory of human care as a guide, raise awareness about this theory, and receive training while caring for generation alpha.</div></div><div><h3>Practice implications</h3><div>The knowledge gained through this study can be used to shape nursing care for alpha children, develop curative care behaviors, maintain care, and plan relevant training.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48899,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages e48-e57"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142630249","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Intercultural differences in parental perceptions of children's cancer","authors":"Wedad Masalha PhD ,&nbsp;Gail Auslander PhD ,&nbsp;Shirli Werner PhD","doi":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.11.021","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pedn.2024.11.021","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>Cultural influences on parental perceptions of their children's cancer effect familial coping and adjustment. We investigated parental perceptions of their child's illness severity and treatment among Jewish Israeli and Arab (Palestinian Israelis and Palestinians from the West Bank /Gaza) parents of pediatric oncology patients to better understand possible cultural differences and similarities.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>During this mixed-methods cross sectional study, the Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire was completed by 205 parents of children receiving treatment in four medical centers throughout Israel.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Jewish parents perceived the hospital treatment to be more effective. Arab parents perceived that cancer has a greater negative emotional influence on them as compared to Jewish parents. Further, Jewish parents felt that their child's illness had greater impact on their lives compared to Arab parents. Finally, Arab parents felt they had greater control of the illness and better understanding of the illness. When asked what they believed had ‘caused’ their children's cancer, both groups expressed, spiritual-religious, child's immunity status and environmental causes, yet Arab parents mentioned unhealthy food, superstitions and Supernatural (the evil eye) causes more frequently.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Understanding how culture influences parental illness perceptions can assist pediatric oncology nurses and social workers to offer more effective treatment management.</div></div><div><h3>Implications for nursing practice</h3><div>These results highlight the need to extend cultural competence to incorporate illness perception among different ethnic and religious groups being treated in a pediatric oncology department.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48899,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages e86-e94"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142792118","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}