APPLIED NURSING RESEARCH

Analysis of factors influencing empathy fatigue among emergency nurses based on the Conservation of Resources theory
Dai M, Li N, Gao Y and Yuan Z
The present study, grounded in the Conservation of Resources theory, aimed to investigate the levels of empathy fatigue among emergency department nurses.
Sleep quality and predicting factors among patients undergoing hemodialysis: A descriptive cross sectional study
Badr EA, Alhowaymel FM and Abaoud AF
Many patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) undergoing hemodialysis encounter sleep disturbances. This study aimed to assess the quality of sleep and identify the factors predicting it among patients undergoing hemodialysis.
Effect of evidence-based nursing intervention under quantitative evaluation strategy on psychological resilience and illness perception in lung cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy
Zhang L, Fang H, Su X, Zhang Y, Bo C, Liu J, He L, Zhang J, Yan Y, Xu Z and Wang F
To investigate the effect of evidence-based nursing intervention guided by a quantitative evaluation strategy on psychological resilience and illness perception in lung cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
Organizational change fatigue among nurses and its impact on work engagement: A qualitative study
Duan H, He D, Zeng Y, Ma X, Li Q and Zhou X
To explore how organizational change fatigue influences nurses' work engagement based on their lived experiences in tertiary hospitals in China.
Safety attitudes among general practice nurses: A cross-sectional mixed-methods study
Kil Y, Doogue R and Chatzi AV
Safety is a critical element within general practice as it is a unique environment with limited resources, diverse patients' needs, and varied healthcare environments. Within this landscape, general practice is a complex clinical environment with General Practice Nurses making up 45 % of the clinical workforce. Understanding the factors that influence general practice nurses' safety attitudes is important to improving patient care and organisational safety culture. This study aimed to explore factors associated with general practice nurses' safety attitudes, including demographics, safety perceptions, and experiences in practice.
Sustained quality-of-life gains following nurse-led cardiac rehabilitation: A longitudinal study to support nursing practice
Díaz MJF
Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is a key component of secondary prevention in cardiovascular care. While its effects on clinical outcomes are well established, the long-term impact on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and the specific contribution of nurse-led care remain underexplored in real-world settings.
Examination of the sleep quality status of patients who underwent cranial surgery in terms of perceived stress, socio-demographic, and clinical characteristics
Baksi A, Ertuğrul E, Çömez S and Ersen F
Sleep quality is important for both the recovery and quality of life of patients who underwent cranial surgery.
Nurses' knowledge and evidence-based practice in pain management for sedated ICU patients: Results of a national cross-sectional study
Yalçın Atar N, Açıksöz S and Çelebi Dursun ÖT
This study aimed to evaluate intensive care nurses' knowledge and evidence-based practices regarding pain management in sedated patients and to identify influencing factors.
Cross-cultural adaptation and psychometric validation of an Arabic version of the 12-item Zarit burden interview
Alhalal E
Globally, there is a demand for long-term care, driven by an aging population and the prevalence of chronic diseases. Informal caregivers play a role in contributing to healthcare services. The Zarit Burden Interview (ZBI-12) is one of the several scales that assess caregiver burden; however, its psychometric evaluation is lacking in the Arab context.
The relationship between anxiety about artificial intelligence and nurses' perceptions of job security: The impact of technological transformation
Soysal GE, Calişkan MA and Turgut A
The objective of this study is to evaluate the anxiety levels of nurses regarding artificial intelligence and its impact on their perception of job security.
The role of artificial intelligence in enhancing triage decisions in healthcare settings: A systematic review
Abualruz H, Yasin I, Abu Sabra MA, Abunab HY, Azayzeh R, Zubidi Y, Emad S and Alriyati B
Triage is an essential function of healthcare providers in various healthcare settings, such as physicians and nurses, allowing the prioritization of patients based on severity of presenting problem. Artificial intelligence (AI) provides a promising solution by enhancing the accuracy, efficiency, and consistency of triage decisions process. Although AI shows potential in supporting healthcare providers and improving patient outcomes, its role in triage is still developing and requires more research into its effectiveness, challenges, and ethical considerations.
Exploration of nurses' knowledge and perceptions regarding palliative care in the oncology context in Morocco
Aboufaras M, Elkhalloufi F, Zarouali L, Sahir C and Fares R
Despite the growing need for palliative care, limited evidence exists on Moroccan nurses' knowledge and perceptions in this field, representing a critical gap that may affect the quality of patient care. Addressing this gap is essential to ensure effective palliative care delivery. Therefore, this study aimed to assess Moroccan nurses' knowledge and perceptions of palliative care and to identify factors influencing their competencies in this area.
The mediating role of self-efficacy in the relationship between spirituality and burnout among intensive care unit nurses: a pathway analysis
Badriyah FL, Mundakir M, Rohita T, Lee BO and Tonapa SI
Burnout is a critical issue among intensive care unit (ICU) nurses, impacting both their well-being and excellence in care. Spiritual wellbeing and self-efficacy have been identified as potential protective factors against burnout, yet their interrelationships remain unclear, particularly in the Indonesian nurse's context.
Effectiveness of light intervention on daytime sleepiness, fatigue, and sleep quality among female shift-working nurses - A randomized control trail
Niu SF, Lu YY, Lin YC and Liu KF
Sleep disturbances and fatigue are prevalent among female shift-working nurses, adversely affecting their health and job performance.
A multidimensional assessment of vibration and cold for venipuncture pain in children aged 7 and above: A randomized controlled trial
Long-Yi H, Zi-Yun Z, Ming-Li W and Le-Shan Z
To investigate the effects of cold and vibration on venipuncture pain in children aged 7 and above, evaluating outcomes through subjective and objective child measures, parental feedback, and nurse assessments.
The chain mediating effects of psychological resilience and organizational commitment on the association between workplace incivility and job withdrawal among Chinese oncology nurses: A cross-sectional study
Kang J, Zhao R, Zhang Q, Jing W, Xu H and Wang S
Workplace incivility experienced by nurses has a substantial impact on job withdrawal, psychological resilience and organizational commitment also show certain associations with both incivility and work withdrawal. However, the specific mechanisms underlying these factors remain unclear.
Resilience as a mediator between empathy and professional grief among nurses in high-mortality services
Uguz O, Ozkol O, Gungor D and Ozcan Z
Nurses working in high-mortality clinical services, such as intensive care, oncology, and palliative care units, frequently witness patient deaths. This repeated exposure places them at a high risk of bereavement reactions; however, limited research has explored how individual emotional traits, particularly empathy and resilience, shape this experience.
Development and validation of the Male Nurse Identity Scale
Liu L, Wang X, Zhang R, Li Y, Leng M, Yang L, Li G, Li C, Sun H and Jiang T
To develop the Male Nurse Identity Scale (MNIS) and further evaluate its validity and reliability.
Nurse-led implementation of evidence-based bundles to reduce CAUTIs in an academic acute care hospital: A four-year longitudinal quasi-experimental study
Riley MM, Tung WC and Tofanelli C
This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of evidence-based catheter bundles, guided by the Plan-Do-Check-Act model, in reducing catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) and catheter usage at a 643-bed academic hospital.
Contributing factors to missed nursing care: A systematic review with clinical implications for practice and patient safety
Breno F, Marchetti D, Cattani D, Cosmai S, Mancin S, Lopane D and Mazzoleni B
Missed Nursing Care (MNC) is increasingly recognized as an indicator of care quality and a potential contributor to adverse events. This systematic review aimed to explore the correlation between MNC and adverse events in hospitalized patients across public and private settings.
Nurses' intention to leave: A cross-sectional study in the northern Italy
Pinotti P, Cosmai S, Lopane D, Mazzoleni B and Solitro G
A growing number of nurses are expressing the intention to leave their current jobs or the nursing profession entirely. This trend poses a significant threat to healthcare systems, contributing to increased adverse events, reduced quality of care, poorer patient outcomes, and elevated healthcare costs due to staff turnover and organizational instability.