The implementation study of nurses' work related low back pain prevention and care guideline: A quasi-experimental study.

Aim: To understand the implementation process and outcomes of nurses' work related low back pain (WLBP) prevention and care guideline.

Background: WLBP is a common occupational injury for clinical nurses. We developed the first evidence-based guideline of nurses' WLBP prevention and care of its kind both at home and abroad, and it is necessary for us to explore its feasibility, appropriateness and effectiveness in practice.

Effect of mindfulness-based interventions on people with prehypertension or hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: Hypertension and prehypertension have been widely recognized as the main contributors of global mortality. Evidence shows mindfulness-based interventions may reduce blood pressure and improve mental health. However, the effect of mindfulness-based interventions on blood pressure and mental health has not been fully understood.

Efficacy and safety of moxibustion on cancer-related fatigue: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Objective: The goal of this research was to review the literature from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on the impacts of moxibustion on cancer-related fatigue (CRF) as well as provide credible evidence to guide clinical practice.

Methods: Three English electronic medical databases (PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library) and two Chinese databases (China National Knowledge Infrastructure and Wanfang) were searched. Only randomized controlled trials on the effect of moxibustion on CRF were included in this systematic review.

Incorporating evidence-based practice education in nursing research curriculum of undergraduate nursing students: A quasi-experimental study.

Aim: To examine the effect of incorporating evidence-based practice (EBP) in Nursing Research curriculum on undergraduate nursing students.

Background: The competence of EBP is essential for nurses and it is an essential task for educators to implement EBP education in nursing students.

Design: A quasi-experimental study.

Resilience mediates the association between alexithymia and stress in Chinese medical students during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Background: Evidence indicates that medical students have had high rates of mental health problems, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, which could be affected by alexithymia-a marked dysfunction in emotional awareness, social attachment and interpersonal relationships-and stress. However, psychological resilience might relieve alexithymia and stress levels.

Aims: This study aimed to investigate the role of resilience in alexithymia and stress in medical students.

Risk factors for the development of a parastomal hernia in patients with enterostomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: Parastomal hernia (PSH) is a common and serious complication in patients with enterostomy, but there is no current consensus for the risk factors for PSH from previous studies. Therefore, this study systematically analyzed the risk factors for PSH to provide a reference for prevention and treatment of this condition.

Methods: Seven databases and 3 registers were systematically searched from database inception to January, 2021.

Factors affecting the implementation of task-sharing interventions for perinatal depression in low- and middle-income countries: A systematic review and qualitative metasynthesis.

Background The vast majority of women with perinatal depression (PND) live in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Task sharing is an alternative delivery strategy to implement PND services. However, the exploration of influencing factors for task sharing in PND services is poor.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for chronic pain on functioning: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials.

Chronic pain is a worldwide health problem, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is regarded as one of the promising interventions. ACT aims to help chronic pain patients to create space for pursuing valued life activities in spite of pain. This systematic review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) examined the efficacy of ACT on functioning for chronic pain.

The effects of flipped classroom characterized by situational and collaborative learning in a community nursing course: A quasi-experimental design.

Background: Since traditional teaching could not help to develop competences, flipped classroom has caught the sight of researchers. Despite the uptake of flipped classroom in other disciplines, there is a dearth of evidence available about the use in nursing curricula. In addition, there is no consensus on how to best implement a flipped classroom.

The efficacy of mobile health in alleviating risk factors related to the occurrence and development of coronary heart disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

The association between the efficacy of mobile health and the occurrence and development of coronary heart disease (CHD) is still unclear. Mobile health can alleviate the risk factors for CHD. PubMed, EMbase, Web of Science, The Cochrane Library, CNKI, WanFang, and VIP databases were searched from inception through May 28, 2020.

Acceptance and commitment therapy for chronic pain conditions on functioning: A systematic review protocol.

Aim: To explore the efficacy of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) on chronic pain in terms of functioning; and to identify the most promising modes and patterns for implementing ACT.

Design: Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Methods: We will include randomized controlled trials which focus on the efficacy of ACT on chronic pain conditions with functioning as the primary outcome.

Effectiveness and Safety of Moxibustion on Constipation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the effects and safety of moxibustion in the management of constipation.

Background: Constipation is extremely common in clinical practice and causes physical and mental pain to patients. This study aimed to evaluate the effects and safety of moxibustion in the management of constipation.

The efficacy of e-health in the self-management of chronic low back pain: A meta analysis.

Background: Globally, more than half a billion people are suffering from chronic low back pain, which results in poor quality of life for patients and major welfare cost for society. Currently, e-Health has been considered as a potential strategy to deliver self-management programs for chronic low back pain, but its effects are uncertain.

Objectives: To assess the efficacy on pain intensity and disability of e-Health based self-management programs on chronic low back pain.

Effectiveness and safety of moxibustion in treatment of lumbar disc herniation: a systematic review and Meta-analysis.

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of moxibustion therapy in the treatment of lumbar disc herniation (LDH).

Methods: Four Chinese databases and three English databases were searched from their inception to April 2018.Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included if moxibustion was used as the sole treatment or as a part of combination therapy with other treatments in patients with LDH.

Developing a curriculum model of English teaching for master's degree nursing education in a Chinese medicine university.

Objective: English for Specific Purpose (ESP) is the essence for developing scientific research capacity, which is a core component for postgraduate education. The objective of this article is to develop a curriculum model for ESP of Master's level nursing education in a Chinese medicine university.

Method: A three-year action research approach with continuous reflection and modification was used to develop an ESP curriculum based on the RICH model.

Exercise interventions for improving physical function, daily living activities and quality of life in community-dwelling frail older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

This review reports the most current evidence on the effects of exercise interventions on improving physical function, daily living activities and quality of life in community-dwelling frail older adults. CBMdisc, CNKI, Wanfang, VIP, MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (Central), Pubmed, Embase, Web of Science and EBSCO were searched from inception to July 2019. Exercise interventions were found to improve knee extension strength and normal speed and were beneficial in lower Time up and go test (TUG) and improving semi-tandem, Berg balance scale (BBS), Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB), Physical Performance Test (PPT) and Activities of daily living (ADL).

Nursing Interventions to Reduce Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Occlusion for Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review of Literature.

Background: Cancer patients are considered the most at risk of the consequences of catheter occlusion. Therefore, nursing interventions that can effectively reduce the occlusion of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) lines must be identified to ensure a smooth treatment.

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate nursing interventions to minimize PICC line occlusion and make recommended measures for preventing or decreasing occlusion and abnormal extubation.

The knowledge, ability, and skills of primary health care providers in SEANERN countries: a multi-national cross-sectional study.

Background: Primary health care (PHC) is usually the initial point of contact for individuals seeking to access health care and providers of PHC play a crucial role in the healthcare model. However, few studies have assessed the knowledge, ability, and skills (capacity) of PHC providers in delivering care. This study aimed to identify the capacity of PHC providers in countries of the Southeast and East Asian Nursing Education and Research Network (SEANERN).

Effectiveness of Auricular Acupressure for Acute Postoperative Pain after Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Objective: To identify the effectiveness of auricular acupressure (AA) in patients with acute postoperative pain after surgery by systematic review.

Methods: A search of randomized controlled trials was conducted in 5 English medical electronic databases and 4 Chinese databases. Two reviewers independently retrieved related studies, assessed the methodological quality, and extracted data with a standardized data form.

Emotional Distress Correlates Among Patients With Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Hierarchical Linear Regression Analysis.

Background: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) has become a worldwide health concern, and emotional distress is an important issue for CLBP management. However, it remains poorly understood how emotional distress happens and develops. This study aimed to systematically explore the correlates of emotional distress in patients with CLBP.

Wet cupping for hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

To assess the efficacy and safety of wet cupping in adults with hypertension, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis using 13 databases. Wet cupping alone or in combination with antihypertensive medication or acupuncture was used. Seven randomized trials were included, most not of high methodological quality.

The Influence of Self-Efficacy, Fear-Avoidance Belief, and Coping Styles on Quality of Life for Chinese Patients with Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Multisite Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: As a bio-psycho-social issue, chronic low back pain (CLBP) has been a significant topic in health management, and patients' quality of life (QOL) is gaining extensive attention. Self-efficacy, pain fear-avoidance belief (FAB), and coping styles play important roles in the QOL of CLBP patients. However, it remains unclear how self-efficacy and FAB influence QOL through specific coping styles.