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Caring for a relative with delusional beliefs: a qualitative exploration
ConclusionCaring for a relative with psychosis who experiences delusional beliefs about the carer and family members can be challenging. The results underscore the importance of providing a programme of support to meet the varied needs of informal carers with an explicit aim of assisting carers in their day‐to‐day problem solving. It should also help to address issues carers may have about causality, including beliefs about self‐blame, and identifying effective coping strategies.
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - March 30, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: J. Onwumere, S. Learmonth, E. Kuipers Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Prediction of Insomnia Severity Based on Cognitive, Metacognitive, and Emotional Variables in College Students
Objective: Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder whose origin is attributed to various variables. The current study aims to predict the symptoms of insomnia by investigating some of its predictors.Methods: Numerous variables such as depression and anxiety symptoms, worry, pre-sleep arousal (cognitive arousal and somatic arousal), dysfunctional cognitions, and metacognitive beliefs about sleep were assessed as insomnia predictors. A total of 400 students of Tehran University of Medical Sciences completed the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS), the Penn State Worry Questionnaire (PSWQ), the Pre-Sleep Arousal Scale (...
Source: Explore - April 21, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Hoda Doos Ali Vand, Banafsheh Gharraee, Ali-Asghar Asgharnejad Farid, MirFarhad Ghaleh Bandi Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

A Descriptive Study Using an Intercept Survey: Knowledge, Attitudes, Beliefs, and Behaviors About Systemic Antibiotic Use in Adults Who Reported a Wound Within the Previous Year
CONCLUSIONS: Knowledge about antibiotics was low, while attitudes were positive. These findings support the need for research and evidence-based information on the role of antibiotics in wound care.
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - January 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: Wound Care Source Type: research

Tertiary paediatric hospital health professionals’ attitudes to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender parents seeking health care for their children
ConclusionThis study highlighted that staff working in a tertiary paediatric hospital setting, with family‐centred care models in place, held attitudes and beliefs that may impact on the experience of hospitalisation for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender parents, and the quality of care received by their children. Relevance to clinical practiceTo promote equitable care to all families, organisations should ensure that family‐centred care policies and guidelines are adopted and appropriately implemented. In addition to formal education, affirmative health service action and innovative methods may be required.
Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing - November 8, 2013 Category: Nursing Authors: Pam Nicol, Rose Chapman, Rochelle Watkins, Jeanine Young, Linda Shields Tags: Sexuality and reproductive health Source Type: research

Students' Beliefs About and Perceived Effectiveness of a Tobacco-Free Campus Policy.
Abstract Tobacco-free (TF) college campus policies have potential to be a high-impact tobacco control strategy. The purposes of the study presented here were to (a) determine the demographic and personal characteristics associated with students' beliefs about and perceived effectiveness of a TF campus policy and (b) assess whether tobacco use status and exposure to secondhand smoke (SHS) predicted beliefs and perceived effectiveness. Five thousand randomly selected students from a large southeastern university were invited by e-mail to participate in an online survey in April 2013, three and a half years after pol...
Source: Policy, Politics, and Nursing Practice - January 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Ickes MJ, Rayens MK, Wiggins A, Hahn EJ Tags: Policy Polit Nurs Pract Source Type: research

Beliefs and implementation of evidence ‐based practice among community health nurses: A cross‐sectional descriptive study
ConclusionsThe systematic implementation of EBP by community health nurses working independently and in healthcare centers in Valais was rare, despite their positive beliefs about it. Relevance to clinical practiceThese results revealed the level of implementation of EBP by nurses in community healthcare settings in Valais. Further research is required to better understand their needs and expectations and to develop suitable strategies that will allow the integration of EBP into nurses’ daily practice.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing - March 8, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Filipa Pereira, Victoria Pellaux, Henk Verloo Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Religion, assessment and the problem of ‘normative uncertainty’ for mental health student nurses: a critical incident‐informed qualitative interview study
This study highlights the potential practice implications resulting from the risk of misinterpretation of beliefs and experiences. We propose ways in which this can be addressed through using different models of belief systems, and suggestions for approaching the issue in MH nurse education. AbstractThere is limited research around how mental health (MH) student nurses interpret and differentiate between people's religious and cultural beliefs and the existence of psychopathological symptomatology and experiences. Here we focus on one cultural issue that arose from research exploring how MH student nurses approach and int...
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - July 3, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: A. M. Bassett, C. Baker, S. Cross Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Beliefs About Dysmenorrhea and Their Relationship to Self‐Management
Abstract Dysmenorrhea is highly prevalent and is the leading cause of work and school absences among women of reproductive age. However, self‐management of dysmenorrhea is not well understood in the US, and little evidence is available on factors that influence dysmenorrhea self‐management. Guided by the Common Sense Model, we examined women's representations of dysmenorrhea (beliefs about causes, symptoms, consequences, timeline, controllability, coherence, and emotional responses), described their dysmenorrhea self‐management behaviors, and investigated the relationship between representations and self‐management...
Source: Research in Nursing and Health - May 12, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Chen X. Chen, Kristine L. Kwekkeboom, Sandra E. Ward Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Beliefs About Dysmenorrhea and Their Relationship to Self ‐Management
Abstract Dysmenorrhea is highly prevalent and is the leading cause of work and school absences among women of reproductive age. However, self‐management of dysmenorrhea is not well understood in the US, and little evidence is available on factors that influence dysmenorrhea self‐management. Guided by the Common Sense Model, we examined women's representations of dysmenorrhea (beliefs about causes, symptoms, consequences, timeline, controllability, coherence, and emotional responses), described their dysmenorrhea self‐management behaviors, and investigated the relationship between representations and self‐management...
Source: Research in Nursing and Health - May 12, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Chen X. Chen, Kristine L. Kwekkeboom, Sandra E. Ward Tags: Research Report Source Type: research

Knowledge, Attitudes, Beliefs, and Practices in Registered Nurses and Care Aids About Urinary Incontinence in Korean Nursing Homes: A Cross-sectional Survey
PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to describe knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and practices about urinary incontinence among Korean RNs and care aids and to identify correlates of continence care practices. METHOD: A cross-sectional survey was used to gather self-reported data from 338 nursing staff, including 135 RNs and 203 care aids, from 61 nursing homes in Korea by using an existing instrument adapted for Korean nursing staff. The instrument consists of 18 items designed to measure knowledge about urinary incontinence, 18 items querying attitudes toward continence care, 17 items focusing on beliefs about undesirab...
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - March 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Tags: Continence Care Source Type: research

Development and preliminary validation of a questionnaire on regular exercise beliefs among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
ConclusionThe Regular Exercise Belief Questionnaire is the first theory‐based measure of exercise beliefs among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The questionnaire provides an effective method to examine behaviour beliefs, normative beliefs and control beliefs about regular exercise. Clinical relevanceThe measure can be used to periodically evaluate the exercise beliefs in clinics and to examine the effectiveness of exercise programmes in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The result of the evaluation could also apply to identify strategies related to promoting exercise behaviours.
Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing - September 5, 2013 Category: Nursing Authors: Hsiao‐Chiao Wang, Yann‐Fen C Chao, Jen‐Chen Tsai, Min‐Huey Chung, Yang‐Hao Yu, Liang‐Wen Hang, Shin‐Da Lee Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

A cross‐sectional study of the beliefs and attitudes towards menstruation of Chinese undergraduate males and females in Hong Kong
ConclusionChinese undergraduates in Hong Kong were influenced by the traditional Chinese culture and social environment, resulting in negative attitudes towards menstruation. This study recommends that sex education, especially reproductive health education, be extended to tertiary education. Relevance to clinical practiceThis study provides relevant information on planning the content of sex education or reproductive health education for Chinese undergraduates.
Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing - November 8, 2013 Category: Nursing Authors: Wing Chi Wong, Mei Kuen Li, Wai Ying Veronica Chan, Yuen Yu Choi, Chi Hung Sandra Fong, Ka Wah Kara Lam, Wun Chi Sham, Ping Ping So, Kit Wong, Kuen Ha Yeung, Tsz Yan Yeung Tags: Adolescent and female sexuality Source Type: research

Epistemological beliefs and the Self-efficacy Scale in nursing students
Conclusions: Understanding student's epistemological beliefs, trying to improve them and creating suitable learning environments for the development of self-efficacy should be the aim of an education that values individual differences.
Source: Nurse Education Today - December 5, 2013 Category: Nursing Authors: Fatma Orgun, Banu Karaoz Tags: Teaching and Learning Source Type: research

Perceptions of Adolescents, Parents, and School Personnel From a Predominantly Cuban American Community Regarding Dating and Teen Dating Violence Prevention
Abstract The purpose of this study was to explore perceptions of dating relationships and teen dating violence prevention within a predominantly Cuban American community in Miami‐Dade County. Eight focus groups (n = 74 participants) with adolescents of Hispanic origin (n = 29), their parents (n = 29), and school personnel (n = 16) were conducted and analyzed using content analysis. Four themes characterized the nature and context of dating relationships among adolescents of Hispanic origin: YOLO—You Only Live Once, cultural unity but social division, dating is not going out, and the social environment c...
Source: Research in Nursing and Health - January 30, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Rosa M. Gonzalez‐Guarda, Amanda M. Cummings, Karen Pino, Krithika Malhotra, Maria M. Becerra, Jessica E. Lopez Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Older African American women's lived experiences with depression and coping behaviours
This study examined older African American women's lived experiences with depression and coping behaviours. The common sense model provided the theoretical framework for present study. Thirteen community‐dwelling African American women aged 60 and older (M = 71 years) participated. Using qualitative phenomenological data analysis, results showed the women held beliefs about factors that can cause depression including experiences of trauma, poverty and disempowerment. Results also indicated the women believed that depression is a normal reaction to life circumstances and did not see the need to seek professional treatment...
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - June 7, 2013 Category: Nursing Authors: E. C. Ward, M. (M.) Mengesha, F. Issa Tags: Original Article Source Type: research