Internalised Stigma, Self-Esteem and Perceived Social Support as Psychosocial Predictors of Quality of Life in Adult Patients with Schizophrenia.

Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe mental illness that ultimately leads to reduced quality of life (QoL). Over the years, QoL has emerged as an important outcome in the treatment of schizophrenia patients, but the role of psychosocial variables in determining QoL is still ambiguous. Therefore, in the present research, demographic, clinical and psychosocial variables were examined for their influence on QoL.

Psychometric evaluation of a novel tool for assessing gestational diabetes and hypertension care: knowledge, attitudes, and practices of midwives and nurses.

While standardized assessment of knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to gestational diabetes and hypertension is possible with a valid tool, existing research remains limited. This prospective validation study aimed to develop and validate a novel tool to assess the KAP of midwives and obstetric nurses. We included 125 midwives and obstetric nurses who routinely care for patients with gestational diabetes and hypertension.

The Physical and Psychosocial Impact of Fatigue among Patients with Sjogren's Syndrome: A Systematic Review.

Primary Sjögren's syndrome (pSS) is a complex autoimmune disorder characterized by organ-specific symptoms in the salivary and lacrimal glands, as well as systemic manifestations. Fatigue, a prominent aspect, significantly influences the overall quality of life for individuals with pSS. This review seeks to evaluate the impact of fatigue by exploring its consequences, potential causes, and effects on physical and psychological well-being, while also investigating its management strategies.

Calcinosis in Rheumatic Disease Is Still an Unmet Need: A Retrospective Single-Center Study.

Patients with immune-mediated rheumatic disease-related calcinosis comprise a subgroup at risk of encountering a more severe clinical outcome. Early assessment is pivotal for preventing overall disease progression, as calcinosis is commonly overlooked until several years into the disease and is considered as a 'non-lethal' manifestation. This single-center retrospective study explored the prevalence, clinical associations, and impact on survival of subcutaneous calcinosis in 86 patients with immune-mediated rheumatic diseases (IMRD).

Antenatal and intrapartum care for women with gestational diabetes: a best practice implementation project.

Objectives: This project aimed to improve the quality of antenatal and intrapartum care for women with gestational diabetes (GD) by increasing nursing and midwifery care compliance with best practice recommendations.

Introduction: GD is one of the most common diseases that can lead to several important maternal and fetal complications.

Methods: This project was based on JBI's evidence implementation approach and included a baseline audit, the implementation of strategies, and a follow-up audit.