Journal of Nursing and Practice

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Case Report Pages 221-223

Healthy Infant Born to a Mother Infected with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): A Case Report from Lebanon

Authors: Linda Abou-Abbas, PhD, Zeina Nasser, PhD, Abdelwahab El Aly, MD, Matta Matta, MD, Inas El Chami, RN, Nada Ghosn, MD, and Hamad Hassan, PhD

Abstract: This case report describes the clinical outcomes of pregnant women infected with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and assesses the vertical transmission of SARS-CoV-2 infection from the pregnant women to the neonate.

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Review Article Pages 219-220

Comprehensive Stroke Management in the Era of COVID-19: Mind the Team

Authors: S Masci, RN, V De Zuane, RN, C Di Schino, MD, F Costantini, MD, C Capoccia, RN, C Colosimo, MD, MS Dioguardi, MD

Abstract: In the context of the current coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the ability to deliver timely and efficacious care must be balanced with the risk of infectious exposure to the clinical team

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Review Article Pages 212-218

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-Cov-2) and the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Early Months

Authors: Terri Rebmann, PhD, RN, CIC, FAPIC, Angela Vassallo, MPH, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Rebecca Taylor Alvino, RN, MS, CNS, CIC, CNOR

Abstract: SARS-CoV-2 is a highly contagious disease that spreads rapidly. Epidemiologists use the term R0 to describe the infectiousness of a disease, with R0 being equal to the average number of secondary cases expected from each primary case. The R0 for SARS-CoV-2 is estimated to be 2.2-3.1, which explains the rapid global spread of the disease

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Review Article Pages 202-211

Older Adults and Their Life Experience: What Can We Learn from Them?

Authors: Ami Rokach and David Berman

Abstract: This study contemplates the role which reminiscing by older adults can play in facilitating beneficial outcomes by helping prepare for end of life via creating a cohesive life narrative and generative of personal meaning. When considering these benefits and the wisdom embedded in the life stories of older adults, this study's goals

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Original Research Pages 193-201

Psychological Experiences of Patients with COVID-19: A Phenomenological Study

Authors: Siqian Wang, MSN, RN, Yingjie Liu, MSN, RN, Hangying She, BSN, RN, Tongyao Wang, BSN, RN, Jie Chen, BSN, RN, Xingmei Feng, BSN, RN, Chao-Pin Hsiao, PhD, RN, FAAN

Abstract: Millions of lives have been affected and under psychological distress amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. However, existing studies mainly focused on the physical or psychological experiences and symptoms in the uninfected public or healthcare providers.

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Research Article Pages 186-192

Rural Nursing During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Snapshot of Nurses’ Experiences from Aotearoa New Zealand

Authors: Jean Ross, Samuel Mann and Griffin Leonard

Abstract: This qualitative study involved nine rural nurse paticipants from New Zealand. All participants engaged with an individual zoom interview, during the pandemic lockdown. The interviews were conducted and audio recorded with the first author, guided by a set number of questions. The interviews were edited and produced as a podcast before being played on a local radio station in New Zealand.

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Review Article Pages 179-185

Experiences of New Mothers with Premature Babies in Neonatal Care Units: A Qualitative Study

Authors: Gul Pinar and Hulya Erbaba

Abstract: Although mother-newborn attachment is very important for infant development babies in need of neonatal intensive care have to be separated from their mothers. A mother might experience distress in bonding with her vulnerable newborn because of admission to the neonatal care unit (NICU).

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Review Article Pages 169-178

Transition from Military Health Care Provider to Nursing Student

Authors: Jana C Saunders, PhD, RN, Patricia Francis-Johnson, DNP, RN and Melinda Mitchell Jones, MSN, JD, RN

Abstract: To describe the transition process from military health care provider to nursing student from the perspective of the student veteran and to discover the types of resources, assets and liabilities involved in the transition process to ensure the student veteran is successful in seeking a baccalaureate nursing degree.

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Review Article Pages 165-168

Psychological Problems and Intervention Strategies of Front- Line Nurses Fighting against Covid-19

Authors: Bo Zhou, Gan Wang and Yun Liu

Abstract: The front-line nurses who fight against the Covid-19 epidemic situation have high work intensity, high risk of infection and high risk of mental health. Psychological intervention is very important for the physical and mental health of nursing staff. Through the analysis of the working state, stress disorder and mental health factors of front-line nursing staff, this paper puts forward some psychological intervention countermeasures and suggestions, such as early psychological crisis

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Review Article Pages 161-164

The COVID-19 Pandemic and the Greek 'Miracle'

Authors: Antigoni Fountouki, MSc, PhD, Dimitrios Kosmidis, MSc, PhD and Dimitrios Theofanidis, MSc, PhD

Abstract: Positive outcomes in Greece were due to the following actions and initiatives taken early on during this worldwide health crisis: The correct and swift identification of the first positive case alerted the National Board for Public Health; the virologist experts providing precise, clear and rigorous measures, which concerned the whole population and also the National Health System; postponing of planned medical and surgical procedures

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Research Article Pages 151-160

Impact of Caregiver Support on Patient Self-Care Outcomes with Heart Failure: A Systematic Review

Authors: Nader R Alnomasy, MSN, RN, AGNP, Ph.D

Abstract: The purpose of this systematic review was to assess the impact on patient outcomes of caregivers’ contribution to heart failure (HF) self-care. The reason for choosing this condition is because of the importance of involving the caregiver support in self-care patients with HF.

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Research Article Pages 148-150

Innovation during Disruption: Implementing a Nurse Anesthesiology Educational Program during a Pandemic

Authors: Catherine Horvath, DNP, CRNA, Marjorie Everson, PhD, CRNA, Victoria Goode, PhD, CRNA, and Bruce A Schoneboom, PhD, CRNA, FAAN

Abstract: The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing was scheduled to launch a new nurse anesthesiology program slated to be on-campus and in-person but this was plan was drastically altered by the pandemic induced prohibition of face-to-face activities at the university.

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Research Article Pages 143-147

Not Just Big Kids: Paediatric Intensive Care Nurses’ Experience of Working in Adult Intensive Care during the COVID-19 Pandemic in A UK Hospital

Authors: Heather Burnett, Philippa Gibson and Catia Pinto

Abstract: The aim of the article was to collect and analyse the experiences of paediatric intensive care nurses redeployed to adult intensive care during COVID-19. A survey was sent to 31 re-deployed paediatric intensive care nurses. The anonymous survey included both open and closed questions allowing space for comments. Framework analysis was carried out to identify themes.

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Research Article Pages 139-142

Geriatric Care in Nursing Curriculum in Saudi Arabia: A Nursing Student’s Perspective

Authors: Laila Alharbi, BSN, RN

Abstract: As the population continues to improve life expectancy rates, so too the numbers of elderly who require care outside the traditional family setting rises. This leads to an increased demand on the health care system and leads to more call for specialist geriatric and aged care nurses.

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Research Article Pages 129-138

Factors Facilitating or Hindering the Implementation of Electronic Health Records at Primary Health Care Units as Perceived by the Health Care Providers

Authors: Heba Mohamed Farrag Elsyed, Nora Ahmed Bassiuoni and Ebtsam Abou Hashish

Abstract: Electronic health records (EHRs) have the potential to significantly affect the practice of primary care by improving the quality of care, reducing costs, and improving health outcomes. Many factors can influence the successful utilization and implementation of EHRs.

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Research Article Pages 116-123

Optimizing Support and Hope: The Process of Self-Care among Women with HIV/AIDS

Authors: Farzaneh Kashefi, Fatemeh Oskouie, Forough Rafii, Mohammad Mehdi Gouya and Marjan Khajehei

Abstract: We aimed to identify the level of self-care and its related factors in women with HIV/AIDS. In this qualitative study, 30 women with HIV/AIDS attending behavioral diseases counseling centers in Tehran, Iran, were invited to participate. Semi-structured interview was the method of data collection. Sampling began purposefully and gradually continued through theoretical sampling based on codes and categories until data saturation was reached. Data analysis was done using the basis of continuous comparative analysis of Strauss & Corbin.

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Original Article Pages 109-115

Improving Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) Competency of Nurses in One Acute Stroke Unit - A Nursing Initiative Project

Authors: Elmer Catangui, RN, RM, MBA, MSN, PhD Student

Abstract: Deterioration is common during acute phase of stroke. Early identification and detection of stroke is important monitoring role of a nurse. The Glasgow coma scale (GCS) has been used predominantly by healthcare professionals including nurses to assess any changes of patient's level of consciousness. The aim of the article is to discuss the importance of GCS in clinical practice, explore the nurse's understanding and practical application of GCS in an acute stroke setting and highlight the strategies of improving GCS competencies of nurses.

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Original Article Pages 102-108

Occupational Health Nurses' Wider Vision and Advocacy for a Greener, Safer World

Authors: Louise Terry, PhD, SFHEA, LLB (Hons), FIBMS and Karen Bowman, MN, RN, COHN-S

Abstract: Occupational health nurses (OHNs) have provided health support to workers for 140 years. Some adopt additional responsibilities beyond the workplace towards the wider community and the environment. This paper presents the OHN sub-set of a study involving (n = 40) nurses in America and the United Kingdom whose practice embraces activism regarding issues such as climate change, pollution and toxins. The aim was to capture why this OHN subset became environmental activists.

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Review Article Pages 95-102

Is the Amsterdam Preoperative Anxiety and Information Scale (APAIS) a Valid Tool in Guiding the Management of Preoperative Anxiety in Adult Patients? A Literature Review

Authors: Sarah Spanner and Lynn Sayer

Abstract: Preoperative anxiety is a common problem that affects 60-85% of patients undergoing elective surgery and results in adverse outcomes. However, health professionals’ often have little time to fully assess and manage preoperative anxiety. As a consequence the Amsterdam preoperative anxiety and information scale (APAIS) was developed to assess anxiety and the patient's need for information. This literature review aims to examine the validity of APAIS. These papers were critically appraised using a tool for quantitative studies.

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Short Note Pages 93-94

A Renewed Call to Compassion

Authors: Lisa A Davis, PhD, RN

Abstract: Hospitals are busy, often chaotic places with myriad requirements which take up nursing time - attending committee meetings, renewing certifications, making rounds, and providing care. Hospitals are places in which providing patient care is expected, but not necessarily caring. Nursing care has come to have two meanings. The first meaning, to provide the care needed for the patient to achieve optimal health includes the various duties a nurse performs throughout the day such as monitoring vital signs, assessing pain, assuring patient safety.

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Pilot Study Pages 86-92

Pilot Test of an Evidence-Based Clinical Intervention to Reduce Rural Preterm Births using Mobile Technology and Community Health Worker Support

Authors: Mary E Cramer, PhD, RN, FAAN, Amy L Ford, DNP, RN, Kevin A Kupzyk, PhD and Fernando Wilson, PhD

Abstract: Preterm birth is a priority health problem in the U.S. One in ten babies in the U.S. is born before 37 weeks gestation, which results in lengthy hospitalizations and sometimes lifelong health problems. Obtaining adequate prenatal healthcare is essential for reducing prematurity. However, access to primary care is a challenge for many American women who reside in rural communities where there are significant provider shortages, travel distances, and limited public health support services.

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Review Article Pages 81-85

Effectiveness of Lifestyle Health Promotion Interventions for Nurses: Protocol for a Systematic Review

Authors: Holly Blake, PhD, Melanie Narayanasamy, PhD, Mark E Batt, MB DM FFSEM and Kamlesh Khunti MD, PhD, FMedSci

Abstract: Risky lifestyle behaviours amongst nurses have been well documented. Studies have shown non-adherence among nurses to national public health guidelines for physical activity, diet, smoking, and alcohol consumption. Obesity and overweight are prevalent in nurses.

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