Perception, knowledge, and factors influencing Saudi nursing students toward practicing testicular self-examination: A cross-sectional study.

Background: Testicular cancer poses a substantial health burden globally, and early detection through testicular self-examination (TSE) is vital for improving prognosis. The study aims to assess the perception, awareness, knowledge, and factors associated with TSE among Saudi nursing students.

Materials And Methods: A structured questionnaire was distributed to 418 participants.

The psychological impact of COVID-19 on front-line healthcare providers in the United Arab Emirates: A cross-sectional study.

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the psychological well-being of healthcare providers (HCPs) worldwide. Understanding the prevalence and associated factors of depression, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among these providers is crucial. Assess the prevalence of major depression, GAD, and PTSD symptoms among HCPs in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A comparative study of readiness and confidence in online teaching among faculty members in health and non-health colleges within the United Arab Emirates.

Introduction: This study explores and compares the levels of readiness and confidence among faculty members in health and non-health colleges regarding online teaching in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Materials And Methods: The study adopted a cross-sectional research design and utilized a comprehensive survey instrument. A convenience sampling method was employed to enlist 412 faculty members from varied academic disciplines, comprising 278 from non-health programs and 134 from health programs.

Assessing the impact of a respiratory care bundle on health status and quality of life of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients in Jordan: A quasi-experimental study.

Background: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a respiratory care bundle, including deep breathing exercises, incentive spirometry, and airway clearance techniques, on the quality of life (QoL) of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients in Jordan.

Materials And Methods: A quasi-experimental study design and convenience sampling method was used to recruit 120 COPD patients, with 54 in the intervention group and 66 in the control group. The intervention group received additional respiratory care bundle training, while the control group received only discharge instructions and an education program.

Exploring the Impact of Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs on Health-Related Quality of Life and Physiological Outcomes in Patients Post Coronary Artery Bypass Grafts: A Systematic Review.

Background: This systematic review explores the impact of cardiac rehabilitation programs (CRPs) on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and physiological outcomes post-coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Acknowledging the increasing importance of CRPs in post-CABG care, the study emphasizes the need for a comprehensive evaluation of their effectiveness. The primary objective is to investigate how CRPs influence HRQoL and physiological outcomes in post-CABG patients, offering insights into the multifaceted impact of these rehabilitation programs.

"We do others' Jobs": a qualitative study of non-nursing task challenges and proposed solutions.

Introduction: Non-nursing tasks (NNTs) have become a prevalent issue among healthcare professionals, affecting nurses globally. This study delves into the experiences of Jordanian nurses regarding NNTs, aiming to uncover challenges and propose solutions within the Jordanian healthcare context.

Objective: Explore the impact of NNTs on Jordanian nurses' roles, workload, and satisfaction.

Exploring the causes and consequences of non-nursing tasks among nurses in Jordan: An in-depth qualitative investigation.

Aim: To investigate the perceptions of Jordanian nurses regarding Non-Nursing Tasks (NNTs) and their consequences, as well as the underlying factors that contribute to the occurrence of NNTs.

Background: Nurses play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care, but they often engage in NNTs, which can hinder their ability to deliver care effectively. Western countries have primarily conducted research on NNTs, while Middle Eastern countries such as Jordan have received limited attention.

Nurses' perceptions of the obstacles and supportive behaviors of end-of-life care in intensive care units.

Purpose: This study examined the Jordanian registered nurses' perceptions of the obstacles and supportive behaviors of End-of-Life Care in Intensive Care Units and examined the differences in the concepts based on the samples' demographics.

Methods: A cross-sectional and comparative study was conducted using a convenience sample of 230 Intensive Care Unit registered nurses in Jordan. Data were analyzed descriptively, and differences were measured using the independent sample t-test, the one-way Analysis of Variance, and Scheffe's post hoc test.

Comparing rates and causes of, and views on reporting of medication errors among nurses working in different-sized hospitals.

Background: Medication errors are detrimental to patient safety and the quality of hospital services.

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to compare registered nurses working in the small-, medium-, and large-sized Jordanian hospitals' responses in terms of reported rate and cause of medication errors and their views on medication error reporting.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional comparative design, with a total sample of 229 nurses working in different-sized hospitals.

The Relationship Between Smartphone Use, Insomnia, Stress, and Anxiety Among University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study.

The rapid increase in the number of smartphone users has raised concern about the negative psychosocial and physical effects of this use. A descriptive cross-sectional design was conducted to investigate the relationship between smartphone use, anxiety and insomnia among university students. A convenience sample of 404 students from one public university completed questionnaires with items from the Smartphone Addiction Scale, the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale and the Insomnia Severity Index, with some demographic data.