Impact of Deep Versus Shallow Tracheal Suctioning on Cardiovascular Indices and Suction Induced Complications Among Mechanically Ventilated Patients.

Background: Tracheal suctioning is a critical component of care for mechanically ventilated patients' treatment. The effectiveness and associated complications of suctioning can vary depending on the depth of catheter insertion. Although several guidelines assist nurses in selecting the appropriate suctioning technique, while the optimal suctioning depth remains uncertain.

Examining the impact of leadership practices on nurses' career competencies: the role of strategic flexibility as a mediator.

Background: The expansion of nurses' career competencies and their capacity to adjust to changing healthcare needs are significantly influenced by effective leadership. Strategic flexibility helps nurses improve patient care outcomes, advance professional development, and acquire critical skills by creating a dynamic and responsive work environment.

Aim: To investigate the association between leadership practices and nurses' career competencies and strategic flexibility's role as an intermediary in this relationship.

Barriers and Factors Affecting Nursing Communication When Providing Patient Care in Jeddah.

Effective communication between nurses and patients plays a crucial role in the delivery of quality healthcare services, especially when caring for patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. It fosters trust, understanding, and collaboration and contributes to better health outcomes and satisfactory nurse-patient relationships. The aim of the study is to assess the factors and barriers affecting nurses' communication when providing care for patients from diverse cultural backgrounds in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Knowledge and Practices Regarding Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) Prevention Among Nurses in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Background/objectives: Deep venous thrombosis (DVT), the formation of a blood clot within a large vein, is one of the most common problems among hospitalized patients. The annual prevalence of DVT is 48 per 1,000,000. Nurses' knowledge significantly affects compliance with VTE risk assessment and prevention.