The comparison of capnography and epigastric auscultation to assess the accuracy of nasogastric tube placement in intensive care unit patients.

Background: Placement of nasogastric (NG) tubes is a common procedure for patients especially in intensive care units (ICUs). Thus, it is important to determine the correct placement of the tube to prevent misplacement in the airways. Accordingly, the aim of this study was to compare the epigastric auscultation and capnography in assessing the accuracy of NG tube insertion in ICU patients.

Investigation the correlation between psychological empowerment and assertiveness in nursing and midwifery students in Iran.

Background: Assertiveness is a key skill for nurses and midwives, and should be considered in the students' education. In this regard, variables such as psychological empowerment, which may have a significant correlation with assertiveness, should be identified and studied.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the correlation between psychological empowerment and assertiveness in nursing and midwifery students.