The Mediating Role of Meaning and Purpose in Life in the Relationship Between Spiritual Well-Being and Depressive Symptoms Among Older Adults in Türkiye.

This study aimed to examine the relationship between depressive symptoms and spiritual well-being in older adults, with a particular focus on the mediating role of meaning and purpose of life in this relationship. This research used a correlational and cross-sectional design and was conducted with 148 older adults between May and August 2023. Data were collected face-to-face using a personal information form, the Geriatric Depression Scale-15 (short form), the Spiritual Well-Being Scale, and the Meaning and Purpose of Life Scale.

Adaptation of Caregivers of Individuals on Mechanical Ventilation to Caregiving Role.

Aim: The aim of this study is to investigate the adaptation of caregivers of individuals on mechanical ventilation (MV) at home to their caregiver role.

Study Design: The phenomenological research method, one of the qualitative research methods, was employed in the study.

Materials And Methods: The sample consisted of 21 individuals who agreed to participate in the research.

The effects of spiritual care intervention on spiritual well-being, loneliness, hope and life satisfaction of intensive care unit patients.

Background: The intensive care unit is a place where patients try to cope with pain and question the meaning and purpose of life and spiritual needs emerge.

Objective: The present study was conducted to examine the effects of spiritual care interventions on the spiritual well-being, loneliness, hope, and life satisfaction of patients treated in intensive care.

Research Methodology: The study was conducted in an intensive care unit as an interventional study with a randomized pre-test, post-test, and control group between September and December 2021.

The Effect of Provision of Information and Supportive Nursing Care on Blood Gas, Vital Signs, Anxiety, Stress, and Agitation Levels in COPD Patients Treated with NIV: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Background: Informative and supportive nursing care is essential to reduce complications and improve outcomes in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) treated with noninvasive ventilation (NIV). The aim of this study was to determine the effect of provision of information and supportive nursing care on blood gas, vital signs, anxiety, stress, and agitation levels in people with COPD treated with NIV.

Materials And Methods: A randomized controlled design was used between September and December 2019.

Sleep Quality and Quality of Life in Older Women With Urinary Incontinence Residing in Turkey: A Cross-sectional Survey.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate sleep quality and quality of life in older women with urinary incontinence.

Design: Cross-sectional.

Subjects/setting: Women ages 65 to 84 years with reported urinary incontinence and were receiving care in the Gynecology and Obstetrics Polyclinic in Gynecology and Obstetrics Polyclinic, Medical Practice and Research Center, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun, Turkey.