The impact of the learning contract on self-directed learning and satisfaction in nursing students in a clinical setting.

The most important responsibilities of an education system are to create self-directed learning opportunities and develop the required skills for taking the responsibility for change. The present study aimed at determining the impact of a learning contract on self-directed learning and satisfaction of nursing students. A total of 59 nursing students participated in this experimental study.

Does the theory-driven program affect the risky behavior of drug injecting users in a healthy city? A quasi-experimental study.

Background: The horror of HIV/AIDS as a non-curable, grueling disease is a destructive issue for every country. Drug use, shared needles and unsafe sex are closely linked to the transmission of HIV/AIDS. Modification or changing unhealthy behavior through educational programs can lead to HIV prevention.

Health locus of control and self-care behaviors in diabetic foot patients.

Background: Diabetic foot affects more than 25% of diabetic patients and finally up to 20% of cases result in amputation. The most important factor resulting in severe complications or even death is lack of self-care. Health locus of control has been introduced as one of health factors and predicting factors of self-care.