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{"title":"Assessment of the Communicable Disease Status of Children in Türkiye: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Mustafa Çakır, Zehra Berrin Boydak, Hatice İkiışık, Işıl Maral","doi":"10.1111/phn.13489","DOIUrl":"10.1111/phn.13489","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>Assessment of children's communicable disease status is effective in preventing child morbidity. This study aims to evaluate the infectious disease status of children aged 0-14 in Türkiye.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The research is a cross-sectional study conducted using the microdataset of the \"Türkiye Health Survey 2022\" obtained from the Turkish Statistical Institute. Seven thousand nineteen individuals aged 0-14 were included in the analysis. Data on communicable diseases of children aged 0-14 years in the 6-month period before the survey date was obtained by asking the household head.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In our research, the data of 7019 individuals aged 0-14 was evaluated. It was determined that 2.2% of children had a vaccine-preventable infectious disease in the last 6 months. It was observed that the frequency of upper respiratory tract infection, lower respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, and diarrhea in children was higher in the 0-6 age group than in the 7-14 age group. Urinary tract infections were more common in girls, whereas respiratory tract infections, communicable diseases, and diarrhea were more common in boys.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>It was determined that diarrhea and upper respiratory tract infections occur in approximately one out of every three children in the 0-6 age group.</p>","PeriodicalId":54533,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"615-620"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142632812","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 Motivational Interview-Based Education on Nutrition Exercise Behavior, Sedentary Activity Duration, and Anthropometric Outcomes in Obese Adolescents.","authors":"Hasan Evcimen, Sonay Bilgin","doi":"10.1111/phn.13530","DOIUrl":"10.1111/phn.13530","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The aim of this study was to examine the effect of motivational interview-based training on nutrition exercise behavior, sedentary behavior duration, and anthropometric outcomes in adolescents.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>This randomized controlled single-blind experimental study was conducted between January 2021 and March 2023. The research sample consisted of 76 adolescents with obesity (intervention: 38 and control: 38) determined by power analysis. The intervention group received a 6-session motivational interview-based training program. No intervention was applied to the control group. Data were collected using a personal information form, nutrition exercise behavior scale, adolescent sedentary activity questionnaire, and body mass ındex measurement form. Data collection tools were administered to both groups before the intervention, at the last session and at the 3rd month follow-up. In the analysis of the data, chi-square test, independent sample t-test and two-way mixed design ANOVA were used.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>There was no statistically significant difference between the pretest nutrition exercise behavior scale, sedentary activity questionnaire, and body mass index z-scores of the intervention and control groups (p > 0.05). After the motivational interview-based education program, nutrition exercise behaviors improved (p: 0.00), sedentary behavior duration and BMI decreased (p: 0.00) in the intervention group. No significant difference was observed in the control group. Nutritional exercise behavior, duration of sedentary behavior and BMI values of the intervention group showed a significant difference compared to the control group (p: 0.00).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>It was determined that motivational interviewing applied to adolescents with obesity created a positive change on nutritional exercise behavior, sedentary behavior durations, and anthropometric results. It is recommended that nurses should use motivational interviewing in the management of nutrition and exercise behaviors of adolescents with obesity.</p><p><strong>Trial registration: </strong>Clinical Trials ID: NCT05268653.</p>","PeriodicalId":54533,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"930-939"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142923851","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":"From Micro to Macro: Understanding the Far-Reaching Consequences of B12 Deficiency on Women's Health.","authors":"Betsy Sara Zacharias, Sheela Upendra, Dipali Dumbre","doi":"10.1111/phn.13525","DOIUrl":"10.1111/phn.13525","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Vitamin B12 (B12), playing the role of a coenzyme in one-carbon metabolism, is an important vitamin necessary for human health.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To systematically review evidence to identify the complications of B12 deficiency among women.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We conducted a systematic search of quantitative studies on disorders associated with B12 deficiency among women, published in English in the last 25 years (1999-2024), using electronic databases such as Scopus, Web of science, CINAHL, PubMed, and Medline.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The search produced 28 full-text articles. B12 deficiency prevalence among women identified by the selected studies ranges from 0.6% to 45.5%. The deficiency of B12 is connected with the risk for depression/post-partum depression, breast cancer, recurrent pregnancy loss, gestational diabetes mellitus, insulin resistance, and obesity among women. It is necessary to monitor and correct the B12 deficiency among women in order to prevent complications.</p>","PeriodicalId":54533,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"1115-1131"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142923671","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":"Analyzing the Utilization of Simulation Within Public Health Nursing: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Lucas Manning, Jessica Pauley, Echo Koehler","doi":"10.1111/phn.13518","DOIUrl":"10.1111/phn.13518","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Public and community health nursing curriculum falls short in providing an assessment of student achievement through competency-based education. The aim of this evidence-based practice research was to demonstrate a lack of simulation use as a pedagogical means for the assessment of student achievement of community/public health nursing competencies (C/PHN) in prelicensure nursing programs.</p><p><strong>Sample: </strong>A systematic review yielded 10 articles.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) was employed for theme analysis of a systematic review. A crosswalk was created aligning themes from the systematic review to the C/PHN core competencies relevant to public health nursing developed by the Quad Council Coalition (QCC) (2018).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Three themes were identified from the systematic review that aligned with five of the eight domains from the C/PHN. Gaps in clinical and curricular exposure to specific public/community health concepts were identified.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Simulation has the potential to incorporate various public health concepts, including those related to social determinants of health.</p>","PeriodicalId":54533,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"966-973"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142916143","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":"Recovery From Heroin Addiction: A Qualitative Study.","authors":"Jessica Krowka, Loretta Aller","doi":"10.1111/phn.13526","DOIUrl":"10.1111/phn.13526","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Understanding the recovery process from heroin addiction is crucial as nonmedical opioid use persists. This study aims to comprehensively describe the recovery journey, focusing on the experiences and challenges faced by individuals in recovery to inform treatment approaches and support strategies.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This qualitative study, guided by critical social theory, emphasized balancing power dynamics and fostering equal participation to ensure all voices are heard, challenging traditional hierarchies and promoting inclusivity. Data were collected through audio-recorded and semi-structured interviews, and analyzed using Diekelmann's framework. Participants included 10 adults in recovery from heroin addiction, recruited through convenience and snowball sampling methods.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A relational theme \"As normal as you can get\" was supported by four categories of (a) Being ready: You have to want this; (b) Structure: I need to do certain things through my week and I need to let you know why; (c) Obligation: You realize death was at your door, so many people are dying and you've been granted this gift; and (d) Acceptance: I am who I am today.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Understanding recovery experiences is essential for effective education and support for those at risk of relapse. Insights from this study can help guide the selection of successful treatment and recovery options.</p>","PeriodicalId":54533,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"744-753"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11895412/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142911136","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Nutrition Literacy, Neighborhood, and Diet.","authors":"Sylvia Peña, Marilyn Frenn, Juanita Garcia, Randall Gretebeck, Maharaj Singh","doi":"10.1111/phn.13488","DOIUrl":"10.1111/phn.13488","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study examined the influence of nutrition literacy and neighborhood on diet quality within the Mexican-origin population residing in the United States, addressing a gap in existing literature that lacks focus on specific Latinx subgroups.</p><p><strong>Design: </strong>This study used a descriptive, correlational design to examine the relationships between nutrition literacy, neighborhood ranking, and diet quality.</p><p><strong>Sample: </strong>A total of 130 Mexican origin participants living in the United States completed all components of this study.</p><p><strong>Measurements: </strong>Participants completed demographics, the Nutrition Literacy Assessment Instrument (NLit), Area Deprivation Index (ADI), and Diet History Questionnaire III (DHQ3).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Compared to the national average of 59, participants' average score was 63.16. When examining subgroups of diet quality, participants scored poorly compared to the national average for saturated fats, seafood, and plant proteins. Nutrition literacy was a predictor of total protein foods, seafood, and plant proteins, while the ADI was a predictor of increased refined grains score.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The present study provides insights about the influencing factors of diet quality in this population. Given the essential role diet has in shaping health outcomes and preventing chronic illness, addressing dietary subgroups within the Latinx population is critical to accurately informing nursing interventions and patient education.</p>","PeriodicalId":54533,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"631-640"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142649657","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":"Influencing Factors of Self-Management Behavior Among Chinese Patients With Chronic Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Zhiqi Liang, Yingying Shi, Yunjie Zhang, Hanyi Zhang, Yu Zhuo, Ningning Lv, Gexin Gao, Jufang Li","doi":"10.1111/phn.13482","DOIUrl":"10.1111/phn.13482","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aims: </strong>This study aimed to describe the self-management behavior levels and further explore its influencing factors among patients with chronic disease.</p><p><strong>Design: </strong>A cross-sectional study.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>460 convenient samples of patients with chronic disease in Zhejiang Province were investigated using a demographic characteristics questionnaire, the Lubben Social Network Scale (LSNS-6), and the Chronic Disease Self-Management Behavior Scale between October and December 2023. Data were analyzed using descriptive analysis, t-test, one-way analysis of variance, Pearson correlation analysis, Spearman correlation, and hierarchical multiple regression analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The mean score of the self-management behavior of the patients with chronic disease was 32.27 (standard deviation [SD] = 8.67). Hierarchical multiple regression analysis indicated that self-management behavior among patients with chronic disease was influenced by the individual factor (frequency of health check-ups), the family factors (number of children, spouse status, and family network), and the social factor (place of residence).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The self-management behavior among patients with chronic disease was at a moderate level and needed further improvement. The self-management behavior among patients with chronic disease was influenced by three kinds of factors. Specifically, for the individual factor, patients who had a higher frequency of health check-ups reported better self-management behavior; for the family factors, patients who had no spouse, few children, and a strong family network showed better self-management behavior; for the social factor, patients living in urban areas had better self-management behavior.</p>","PeriodicalId":54533,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"800-810"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142689721","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":"Adolescent Pregnancy and Parenthood: A Qualitative Study Examining Nurses' Perspectives.","authors":"Yeliz Dinçer, Aysel Topan, Betül Akkoç, Emine Uzuntarla Güney, Sümeyye Özdemir","doi":"10.1111/phn.13496","DOIUrl":"10.1111/phn.13496","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>It is a well-established fact that the utilization of health services by pregnant adolescents is associated with the views and care provided by nurses. This study, aiming to reveal the perspectives of nurses working in a state hospital in Turkey on adolescent pregnancies and parenthood, contributes valuable insights for designing interventions to improve adolescent pregnancy outcomes.</p><p><strong>Design: </strong>This research was carried out using the \"individual in-depth interview\" data collection technique as a phenomenological study, which is one of the qualitative research methods.</p><p><strong>Sample: </strong>The study included 15 health professionals who met the criteria to participate. The data were analyzed in six stages using a thematic approach.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>It emerged in relation to the feelings of the adolescent; the situations encountered, the factors affecting the awareness of being an adolescent pregnant and a parent, the difficulties encountered in care, social pressure, and touching the adolescent's life.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>It was observed that nurses and midwives had mixed feelings towards adolescent pregnant women and parents and reflected these feelings in their caregiving styles.</p>","PeriodicalId":54533,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"822-832"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142774905","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":"Understanding the Interaction Between Family Dynamics and Childhood Obesity in the Middle Eastern Population: A Qualitative Study.","authors":"Basma Al Yazeedi, Samir Al-Adawi, Mostafa Waly, Fathiya Al Qassabi, Hanan Al-Azkawi, Atika Khalaf","doi":"10.1111/phn.13508","DOIUrl":"10.1111/phn.13508","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective(s): </strong>We aim to understand the interaction between family dynamics and lifestyle behaviors of school-age children with overweight or obesity in Oman. The outcomes would clarify the mediating familial determinants that contribute to childhood obesity in the Middle East population.</p><p><strong>Design: </strong>A qualitative phenomenological approach.</p><p><strong>Sample: </strong>Mothers of school-age children with overweight or obesity.</p><p><strong>Measurements: </strong>Semi-structured interviews were conducted following an interview guide, and thematic analysis was used to identify key themes and subthemes.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study identified three main themes based on data collected from 12 participants. The first theme, \"Children's Lifestyle Behaviors,\" highlighted the need to address unhealthy food consumption, low physical activity, and inconsistent sleeping habits. The second theme, \"Parenting Lifestyle behaviors,\" underscored the importance of regaining control over children's eating behaviors, fostering shared interest in outdoor activities, and establishing a consistent sleep routine. Lastly, the third theme, \"Determinants of Parenting Lifestyle Behaviors,\" identified factors such as parental stress, the high cost of healthy options, cultural influence on healthy eating, limited outdoor activity options, and the availability of unhealthy snacks in schools.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Our study underscores the need for family-centered obesity programs that address several determinants of parenting lifestyle behaviors, including psychological, financial, social, and environmental challenges.</p>","PeriodicalId":54533,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"848-856"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142787795","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":"Influence of Policy Awareness and Satisfaction With Service on the Willingness to Engage in Rural Elderly Medical and Nursing Care Service Programs in Rural China.","authors":"Lin Wenyi, Rong Zhiyun, Li Qin","doi":"10.1111/phn.13507","DOIUrl":"10.1111/phn.13507","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>In rural China, the participation of residents in elderly medical and nursing care service programs is notably low. To understand the reasons behind this underutilization or reluctance to use such services, an empirical study is warranted.</p><p><strong>Design: </strong>This study adopts a cross-sectional research design, utilizing survey data collected between January and March 2023.</p><p><strong>Sample: </strong>Retired elderly individuals aged 50 and above who were permanent residents of LS Town.</p><p><strong>Measurements: </strong>The survey collects data concerning several key aspects of the older adult population, including their fundamental demographic information, awareness levels regarding integrated medical and nursing care services offered by local township health clinics, their current enrollment status in family doctor contract services, and their propensity to subscribe to such healthcare arrangements.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The findings indicate a significant positive relationship between awareness of the integrated medical and elderly care nursing model and the willingness of rural older adults to adopt these services. Furthermore, satisfaction with the services also directly influences the willingness to engage with these services.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study contributes to the existing body of knowledge by highlighting the significance of policy dissemination and enhancing service quality as pivotal strategies for governments and health service organizations to foster increased uptake of these services among the rural elderly population.</p>","PeriodicalId":54533,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"699-708"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142830871","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}