American Journal of Nursing Science

Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018

  • Assessment of Patients’ Satisfaction with Care at Selected Governmental Dialysis Units in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2018

    Teshome Habte Wurjine, Semien Ketema Regasa

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 202-209
    Received: 03 September 2018
    Accepted: 21 September 2018
    Published: 22 October 2018
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.11
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    Abstract: Background: Assessment of patient satisfaction is beneficial as an indicator of care values provided by health care workers. Patient satisfaction is examined as a significant and valid measure of efficiency in health care service. Objective: This study aimed to assess the patients’ satisfaction with care at selected dialysis unit in Addis Ababa, Et... Show More
  • Current Status of Sexual Health in Korean Mothers Residing in Japan (Zainichi Mothers)

    Chie Koh, Hiroya Matsuo

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 210-217
    Received: 10 September 2018
    Accepted: 27 September 2018
    Published: 25 October 2018
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.12
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    Abstract: This study aimed to clarify the influence of traditional values and gender identity on sexual health among mothers in the Korean population living in Japan (zainichi). A cross-sectional survey was completed by 117 zainichi mothers aged 20–45 years in 2017. The questionnaire assessed participants’ characteristics, views on marriage/ pregnancy/ child... Show More
  • Pregnancy Outcomes and Nursing Care in a Large Cohort of Multiple Pregnancy Cases Undergoing Transvaginal Multifetal Pregnancy Reduction

    Mingfen Deng, Yulian Liang, Hua Qin, Li Zhou, Liping Chen, Lu Luo

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 218-222
    Received: 17 September 2018
    Accepted: 06 October 2018
    Published: 29 October 2018
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.13
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    Abstract: Assisted reproductive techniques (ART) frequently result in multiple pregnancy, which in some cases poses a danger to the mother and may reduce fetal health and take-home baby rate. These adverse outcomes may be mitigated by transvaginal pregnancy reduction, but the perioperative nursing care related to good outcome has not been reported in large c... Show More
  • Factors Influencing Post-Operative Pain Management Among Neonates at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kenya

    Mosol Priscah, Mukami Martina

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 223-230
    Received: 25 September 2018
    Accepted: 16 October 2018
    Published: 29 October 2018
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.14
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    Abstract: Background: Neonatal post-operative pain management poses a unique challenge particularly with regard to assessing and treating the pain. In spite of the existence of empirical evidence on safety and effectiveness of neonatal postoperative pain management strategies, little is known about postoperative pain assessment and management practices in ne... Show More
  • Assess Knowledge and Practice of Preparatory Student About Personal Hygiene in Riyadh City

    Norah Alsager, Shouq Abdali, Salma Moawad

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 231-238
    Received: 25 August 2018
    Accepted: 21 September 2018
    Published: 31 October 2018
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.16
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    Abstract: Adolescence is the stage of human life, which transition from childhood to adulthood. Personality accentuated and where knowledge and habits that can last a lifetime acquired. In what concerns to health education, adolescence is the most difficult period in accepting health education, because it is characterized by non-accepting information advice ... Show More
  • Effect of Designed Wound Care Guidelines for Pediatric Nurses on Occurrence of Surgical Site Complications

    Hanaa Diab Khalafallha, Soheir Abd-Rabou Mohammed, Nesreen Sayed Mohamed Bahnsawy

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 239-249
    Received: 17 October 2018
    Accepted: 02 November 2018
    Published: 14 December 2018
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.17
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    Abstract: Surgical site complications are the commonest nosocomial infections and responsible for considerable morbidity and mortality as well as increased hospitalizations and treatment cost related to surgical operations, wound care guidelines proved to avoid occurrence of wound complications. The aim of the current study: was to evaluate the effect of des... Show More
  • The Effects of Simulated Teaching on Prevention of Catheter Extrusion of Patients with PICC

    Zhu Wei, Qiao Xiaoying, Xiang Xiaoyan, Chen Lijiao, Chen Xiaomin, Zhang Ye

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 250-253
    Received: 08 October 2018
    Accepted: 14 November 2018
    Published: 20 December 2018
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.18
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    Abstract: Objective: To explore the effects of simulated teaching on avoidance of catheter extrusion in patients with PICC. Background Catheter extrusion is one of the most common complications after PICC catheterization. The incidence is 5% to 3l% in literature which have reported. Catheter prolapse not only directly affects the treatment of patients, but a... Show More
  • Effect of Educational Program on Vulvitis Prevention Among Nursing Students

    Somaya Ouda Abd EL-Menim, Huda Abdalla Moursi, Ahlam Elahmady Mohamed Sarhan

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 254-267
    Received: 07 November 2018
    Accepted: 23 November 2018
    Published: 02 January 2019
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.19
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    Abstract: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of educational program on vulvitis prevention among nursing students Research design: A quasi-experimental design was utilized. Setting: This study was conducted at Faculty of Nursing, Benha University. Sample: convenient sample included two hundred and fifty nursing students female all enrolled in f... Show More
  • The Program for Coping Methods to Improve Auditory Hallucinations Among Patients with Psychiatric Disorders: A Randomized Controlled Trial

    Saida El-Sayed Hassan Ibrahim El-Azzab

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 268-280
    Received: 24 November 2018
    Accepted: 18 December 2018
    Published: 02 January 2019
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.20
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    Abstract: Auditory hallucinations are hearing experiences that happen in the absenteeism of an external stimulus. When auditory hallucinations in the patients with a psychotic disorder happen, they affect their lives. Thankfully, many coping approaches that be used to challenge these voices and regain some control. Aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a tr... Show More
  • Effect of Personal and Working Characteristics on Staff Nurses’ Leadership Behaviors in Acute Care Setting

    Mohammed Shahin, Amany Abdrbo, Somaya Ahmed Bayoumy

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 281-286
    Received: 18 November 2018
    Accepted: 13 December 2018
    Published: 04 January 2019
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.21
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    Abstract: Contemporary health care organizations focus on the capability and efficiency of front-line staff to minimize bureaucracy and ensure better performance to meet the vision, mission, and values of the organization. In health care organizations, front line staff must gain leadership abilities which enable them to perform multifocal and complex tasks r... Show More
  • The Effect of an Educational Intervention About Disaster Preparedness on Knowledge and Attitudes of Technical Nursing Institute Intern-nurse Students

    Sahar Abdel Latif Abdel Sattar, Nehad Ahmed Ibrahim Zahra, Wafaa Mostafa Mohamed

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 287-295
    Received: 20 November 2018
    Accepted: 11 December 2018
    Published: 04 January 2019
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.22
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    Abstract: Disasters often result in significant impacts on people’s health. Nurses play a central role in disaster preparedness and management. Nursing school has a vital role in preparing the future nurses with basic knowledge in disaster preparedness, response and recovery. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of an educational intervention about... Show More
  • Empowerment Improves Older Adults’ Rehabilitation in Homecare Settings

    Britta Hørdam, Kim Petersen, Heidi Næsted Stuhaug, Rikke Volmer Brandsen, Merete Watt Boolsen

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 296-303
    Received: 19 November 2018
    Accepted: 17 December 2018
    Published: 16 January 2019
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.23
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    Abstract: Background: A study carried out in a public homecare setting aimed at determining older adults’ satisfaction with, evaluation of and attitudes toward personal hygiene by comparing a traditional bath with soap and water to a bath in which prepacked disposable washcloths were used. Based on the results, the purpose of this subsequent study was to ref... Show More
  • Problems and Obstacles Facing Nursing Interns and Its Relation to Their Performance at Clinical Setting: A Comparative Study

    Sanaa Moustafa Safan, Rehab Mohamed Rashad Ebrahim

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 304-313
    Received: 27 November 2018
    Accepted: 19 December 2018
    Published: 16 January 2019
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.24
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    Abstract: Nursing interns face multifaceted issues, obstacles, and problems that oblige them to use clinical skills that affect their performance; Some of the intern-nurses expressed anxiety that they had not assumed the opportunity to improve all of the psychomotor skills required to practice efficiently in the clinical setting. Aim: Assess problems and obs... Show More
  • Effect of Centering Pregnancy Model Implementation on Prenatal Health Behaviors and Pregnancy Related Empowerment

    Hend Abdallah El Sayed, Eman Mohammed Abd-Elhakam

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 314-324
    Received: 10 December 2018
    Accepted: 22 December 2018
    Published: 16 January 2019
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.25
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    Abstract: Background: Centering pregnancy model has been associated with motivating behavior change, increasing women’s empowerment and satisfaction in comparison to standard, individual prenatal care. Aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of centering pregnancy model implementation on prenatal health behaviors and pregnancy related empowerment... Show More
  • Assessment of Health Related Quality of Life in Cervical Cancer Patients in Western Kenya

    Jane Adhiambo Owenga

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2018
    Pages: 325-332
    Received: 12 December 2018
    Accepted: 25 December 2018
    Published: 17 January 2019
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajns.20180706.26
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    Abstract: Health Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) is an important health outcome in the holistic management of patients especially those suffering from life limiting conditions such as cervical cancer. In Kenya, Cervical cancer is the most frequent cancer among women. However, little is known and documented on HRQoL of cervical cancer patients. This study ass... Show More