Hasan Mohammad, Jeannie Burnie, Kimberly D Johnson
{"title":"Corrigendum to \"Safety precautions and perceived safety: A cross-sectional study of emergency department nurses\" [Int. Emerg. Nurs. 86 (2026) 101815].","authors":"Hasan Mohammad, Jeannie Burnie, Kimberly D Johnson","doi":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101831","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101831","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48914,"journal":{"name":"International Emergency Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"101831"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-05-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147844940","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}
Eunice da Conceição Gatinho Pires, Maria Adriana Henriques, Paulo Nogueira, Ricardo Mexia, Andreia Silva Costa
{"title":"Corrigendum to \"Nurses in disaster, the ICN perspective: A scoping review\" [Int. Emerg. Nurs. 86 (2026) 101781].","authors":"Eunice da Conceição Gatinho Pires, Maria Adriana Henriques, Paulo Nogueira, Ricardo Mexia, Andreia Silva Costa","doi":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101804","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101804","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48914,"journal":{"name":"International Emergency Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"101804"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147522422","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}
Xiaorong Lang, Shusheng Li, Jie Xiong, Jing Cheng, Danli Zheng, Yaru Xiao, Sufang Huang, Ying Li
{"title":"Corrigendum to \"Evaluating a closed-loop tracking and management model in determining aortic dissection diagnosis rates in a selected emergency department in China: A quality improvement project\" [Int. Emerg. Nurs. 85 (2026) 101770].","authors":"Xiaorong Lang, Shusheng Li, Jie Xiong, Jing Cheng, Danli Zheng, Yaru Xiao, Sufang Huang, Ying Li","doi":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101800","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101800","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48914,"journal":{"name":"International Emergency Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"101800"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147515998","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":"Experiences of patients with peripheral intravenous catheter insertion and care in an Australian emergency department: A CFIR-guided qualitative study","authors":"Hui (Grace) Xu , Jed Duff , Vickii Binnie","doi":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101762","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101762","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Peripheral intravenous catheter insertion is a common procedure in emergency departments. Despite clear guidelines, patient experiences vary, and evidence-based practice is inconsistently applied. Understanding patient perspectives is essential to improving care quality.</div></div><div><h3>Aim</h3><div>To explore patient experiences of peripheral intravenous catheter insertion and care in the emergency department, identifying barriers and enablers to evidence-based practice.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A qualitative study was conducted in an Australian emergency department in 2025. Semi-structured interviews were analysed using thematic analysis, guided by CFIR domains to explore current clinical practice.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 13 patients and nine clinicians were interviewed. Patients reported variability in technical skill, communication, and involvement in decision-making. Many felt disempowered by hurried consent processes or convenience-driven insertions, while some preferred that clinicians make decisions. Clinicians identified barriers including limited access to ultrasound, insufficient hands-on training with real patients, workload, time pressures, and a culture discouraging escalation of difficult cannulations. Key enablers included mentorship, role modelling, standardised training, and supportive leadership. Both patients and clinicians emphasised the importance of empathetic communication, tailored information provision, and managing needle-related anxiety.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Addressing barriers to best clinical practice is critical to improving patient experience and quality outcomes. Future research should explore interventions across diverse hospital settings, including rural and resource-limited emergency departments. Implication for Profession: Enhancing training, structured mentorship, and embedding champions can strengthen clinician capability and confidence. Cultivating a culture of patient-centred care and shared decision-making may improve safety, satisfaction, and adherence to evidence-based practice.</div></div><div><h3>Reporting Method</h3><div>Findings were reported using the Consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative research.</div></div><div><h3>Public Contribution</h3><div>Patients were the sample group.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48914,"journal":{"name":"International Emergency Nursing","volume":"85 ","pages":"Article 101762"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146174152","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}
Jessica Lawien , Jennifer Welter , Jamie Aranda , Amy Zosel , Tina Nielsen , Natalie S. McAndrew
{"title":"Prediction of Alcohol Withdrawal Severity Scale (PAWSS) for patients cared for in an emergency department/Level I Trauma Center: An evidence-based practice change","authors":"Jessica Lawien , Jennifer Welter , Jamie Aranda , Amy Zosel , Tina Nielsen , Natalie S. McAndrew","doi":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101761","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101761","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD) often come to the Emergency Department (ED) for unrelated complaints but can still experience withdrawal. The purpose of this Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) project was to detect the potential for alcohol withdrawal in the ED using the Prediction of Alcohol Withdrawal Severity Scale (PAWSS) and then provide necessary treatment to prevent negative patient outcomes (i.e., alcohol withdrawal-related seizures, admissions to the intensive care unit (ICU), and prolonged stays in the ED).</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This EBP project was implemented at a Level I Trauma/Academic Medical Center in the Midwest. Nurses were educated on the PAWSS before the project began and then screened patients presenting to the ED using the PAWSS. Patient information collected included: chief complaint (alcohol withdrawal vs other), length of stay (LOS) in ED, total number and type of medications administered for alcohol withdrawal (collected as Phenobarbital and Lorazepam equivalents), disposition (admitted or discharged), alcohol withdrawal seizures, and ICU admissions. These patient outcomes were extracted from the electronic health record and analyzed weekly throughout the course of the project. At the end of the study period, the selected patient information collected during the course of the project were compared to those of pre-project patients in which a revised Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol (CIWA-Ar) was documented or those with a chief complaint related to alcohol.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>During the project, LOS decreased to an average of 418 min (range: 163–676 min, <em>SD</em> = 106 min) in those with PAWSS score four or greater compared to pre-project numbers. Providers prescribed fewer alcohol withdrawal medications, withdrawal seizures decreased to almost zero, and the number of patients requiring ICU admission decreased from 10 to 7.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>Implementation of PAWSS resulted in decreased ED LOS, decreased ICU admissions, and decreased use of medications for the treatment of alcohol withdrawal. These promising results suggest PAWSS is a valuable screening tool for ED patients with the potential for experiencing alcohol withdrawal.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48914,"journal":{"name":"International Emergency Nursing","volume":"85 ","pages":"Article 101761"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146158667","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":"Research hotspots and emerging trends in low-altitude medical rescue (2014–2024): A bibliometric study","authors":"Lu Liu , Tingting Peng , Xun Deng , Shan Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101773","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101773","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Due to the constraints of ground traffic congestion, geographical barriers in remote areas, and the stringent time-sensitivity of life-threatening conditions, low-altitude medical rescue (LAMR) have emerged as an indispensable solution, attracting widespread attention and becoming an inevitable trend in next-generation medical rescue research. This study aimed to analyze research hotspots and emerging trends in drone-based LAMR to assist healthcare professionals in optimizing LAMR systems for sustainable development.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A visual analysis was conducted using CiteSpace 6.3.R1 software to analyze research hotspots and emerging trends in drone-based LAMR from January 1, 2014 to December 31, 2024. The indicators included publication output over time, publication countries and institutions, authors, cited journals, co-occurrence of keywords, and burst keyword detection.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 524 publications were included in the final analysis. The <em>Scandinavian Journal of Trauma Resuscitation & Emergency Medicine</em> emerged as the most cited journal. Research hotspots focused on operational efficiency and clinical outcomes of drone-based LAMR, system-level management and resource optimization, and tailored protocols for critical conditions. Future trends emphasize service delivery optimization and the role of drone-based LAMR in public health security.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>This study delineates the evolution of drone-based LAMR research, highlighting its growing integration with public health strategies. Findings reveal the need for innovation in drone-assisted technologies and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance drone-based LAMR scalability and resilience.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48914,"journal":{"name":"International Emergency Nursing","volume":"85 ","pages":"Article 101773"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146174156","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}
Malakeh.Z. Malak , Anas Shehadeh , Ahmad Ayed , Moath Abu Ejheisheh , Ahmad Batran
{"title":"The correlation of emotional intelligence and demographic characteristics with work performance among Palestinian emergency nurses","authors":"Malakeh.Z. Malak , Anas Shehadeh , Ahmad Ayed , Moath Abu Ejheisheh , Ahmad Batran","doi":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101752","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101752","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>Emergency nurses work in high-pressure and emotionally demanding environments. High emotional intelligence is a crucial skill that can influence emergency nurses’ work performance. However, few studies have examined the correlations between emotional intelligence and demographic variables with emergency nurses’ work performance, especially in conflict zones such as Palestine. This study aimed to examine the levels of emotional intelligence and work performance, their correlations, and the effects of select demographic variables among a sample of 223 emergency nurses working in high-patient-load governmental hospitals in Palestine.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A cross-sectional, quantitative correlational design was used. Data were collected using the Schutte Self-Report Emotional Intelligence Test (SSEIT) and the Employee Job Performance (EJP) Scale between March and April 2025. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, correlation tests, and multiple linear regression.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The findings revealed high levels of emotional intelligence (M = 151.8 ± 1.9 out of 165) and work performance (M = 4.3 ± 0.4 out of 5). There were significant moderate correlations between work performance and age (r = 0.421, p < 0.001), work experience (r = 0.337, p < 0.001), and emotional intelligence (r = 0.597, p < 0.001). Emotional intelligence and age were positive predictors of work performance.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>The findings highlight the central role of emotional intelligence in enhancing care provision among emergency nurses. Interventions that strengthen the emotional intelligence of emergency nurses should be adopted and promoted, especially in conflict zones. Correlating demographic variables can inform the design and delivery of such interventions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48914,"journal":{"name":"International Emergency Nursing","volume":"85 ","pages":"Article 101752"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146025052","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 mediating role of work-related stress between psychological capital and work alienation among nurses in emergency departments: A cross-sectional study","authors":"Yuting Qin, Na Li, Binbin Yang, JinFeng Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101769","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101769","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>As the issue of nurses’ turnover rate becomes increasingly prominent, work alienation has gradually become a research focus.</div></div><div><h3>Aims</h3><div>The aim of this study was to understand the current situation of work alienation among emergency department nurses and explore the mediating effect of work-related stress in the relationship between psychological capital and work alienation.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A cross-sectional investigation was conducted in four cities from June to August 2022, in China. A total of 364 nurses in emergency departments were included in this study<strong>.</strong> Data were collected using work-related stress questionnaires, psychological capital questionnaires, and work alienation questionnaires. Structural equation modeling implemented was used to analyze the relationship among psychological capital, work alienation, and work-related stress.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Nurses in the emergency department have some extent of work alienation. Psychological capital had a direct and negative effect on work alienation, and it also had a significant indirect effect on work alienation through work-related stress, which means that work-related stress to a certain extent mediated the effect of psychological capital on work alienation, the mediating effect accounted for 39.11% of the total effect.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Work-related stress to a certain extent mediated the effect of psychological capital on work alienation among emergency department nurses. The result provides new insights for nursing managers to reduce their level of work alienation among nurses in emergency department.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48914,"journal":{"name":"International Emergency Nursing","volume":"85 ","pages":"Article 101769"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146158640","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}