Publications by authors named "Diana S Lalithabai"

Background: The utilization of modern communication technology in the healthcare field is known as telemedicine, and it represents an advancement in the healthcare industry. For effective implementation of these technologies, healthcare professionals must possess the appropriate knowledge and hold a positive perspective toward the implementation of telemedicine. The current study aims to evaluate the knowledge and perspective of healthcare professionals in King Fahad Medical City, Saudi Arabia toward telemedicine.

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Introduction: Resistance to antibiotics is a threat confronting health care system worldwide. Nurses play a significant role in combating this threat.

Objectives: The present study examined the knowledge and attitude of nurses towards antibiotic use and prevention of antibiotic resistance.

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Objectives: Competence motivates newly employed nurses to provide high-quality care, which leads to appropriate patient care and satisfaction. A nursing orientation program can have a positive impact on new nurses who are joining healthcare organizations. The research examined the orientation program for new nurses in a multicultural setting to redesign the program.

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Objectives: Clinical education and experience in the clinical environment play an important role in shaping the clinical experience. Effective clinical teaching improves the clinical practice of the nursing trainees which in turn improves the quality of patient care. It mandates for the clinical instructor with desired qualities, to have a positive influence in clinical education.

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