Physical and mental health well-being of COVID-19 recovered patients: A phenomenological study.

Aim: This study aims to describe the experience of COVID-19 recovered patients' physical and mental health well-being.

Method: A qualitative research approach was employed utilizing an unstructured interview protocol to explore the experiences of individuals recovering from COVID-19. Data were collected from 30 participants who had recovered from a moderate to severe form of the disease, all of whom required hospitalization with oxygen support during their illness.

Celebrating five decades of pediatric nursing progress: Achievements, persistent challenges and future directions.

Background: Pediatric nursing has evolved from a limited subset of general nursing to a dynamic specialty grounded in evidence-based practice, family-centered care, and technological integration over the past 50 years. The establishment of family-centered care, advances in neonatal intensive care, expanded roles for pediatric nurse practitioners, innovations in chronic disease management, and the integration of telehealth and digital solutions were major milestones at that time.

Current Challenges: Health inequities, rising mental health disorders among youth, pediatric nursing workforce shortages, climate-related health threats, and ethical complexities linked to technological advances have emerged during this period.

Corrigendum to "Mental health stigma: The effect of religiosity on the stigma perceptions of students in secondary school in Jordan toward people with mental illnesses" [Heliyon Volume 7, Issue 5, May 2021, Article e06957].

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Emotional communication in multicultural pediatric nursing setting: A qualitative study of nurses' perspectives in the UAE.

Purpose: This study explored nurses' perspectives on emotional communication with parents in multicultural pediatric hospital settings.

Methods: We used an exploratory qualitative design with ethnographic elements. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with nurses, informed by initial observations, in two pediatric wards offering medical and surgical services.

Zero-Dose Children, Misinformation, and Vaccine Hesitancy.

This editorial addresses the urgent and multifaceted issue of zero-dose children - those who have not received any routine vaccinations, such as for measles, diphtheria, or polio. These children are predominantly found in marginalized communities, conflict zones, and areas with limited healthcare infrastructure. The rise in zero-dose cases is driven by a combination of misinformation, vaccine hesitancy, poverty, geographic inaccessibility, gender-based barriers, and historical mistrust in healthcare systems.

Fifty Years of Maternal and Child Health Nursing: Milestones Achieved and Future Horizons.

Introduction: Maternal and child health (MCH) nursing has undergone significant transformations over the past five decades. This transformation is characterised by huge advancements in clinical practices, policy reforms and technological innovations.

Aim: The aim of this commentary is to reflect on pivotal developments that have shaped MCH nursing and explore emerging challenges and opportunities that will define the next half-century.

Breastfeeding experiences of COVID-19 survivor multipara mothers during pre- and post-COVID-19: a comparative phenomenological study.

Aim: This study aims to explore the experiences faced by survivor of COVID-19 multipara Jordanian breastfeeding mothers.

Method: This study employed a qualitative phenomenological design to explore the breastfeeding experiences of COVID-19 survivor multipara mothers in Jordan during the post-COVID-19 period. Participants were recruited using purposive sampling through social media platforms, community postings, and word of mouth.

Boosting knowledge, attitudes, and practices: An experimental controlled study evaluating the effectiveness of m-health training on antimicrobial resistance for hemodialysis nurses.

Aim/objective: To evaluate the impact of an m-health training program on nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and practices concerning antimicrobial resistance within hemodialysis units.

Background: Hemodialysis patients face high infection risks, driving antimicrobial use and resistance. Nurses' antimicrobial resistance knowledge gaps underscore the need for effective training.

Evaluating the impact of a training program on mothers' awareness and perceptions of antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance in pediatric care.

Aim: This study aims to examine the impact of a training course in improving mothers' awareness and opinion of antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among their children.

Methodology: Nonequivalent control group design (quasi-experimental), was used to examine the effectiveness of a training course on mothers' awareness, and opinion of antibiotic use and AMR among their children. A total of 161 mothers participated in the study were divided into 82 training group, and 79 control group.

Effectiveness of open glottis during second stage of labor on maternal and neonatal outcome among primigravid women- A quasi-experimental study.

This study evaluated the effectiveness of the open glottis breathing technique during the second stage of labor among 600 primigravida women, randomly assigned to either an open glottis group (n=300) or a closed glottis group (n=300). Participants in the open glottis group received training via 3D animated videos. Results demonstrated a significant impact on perineal integrity, with 20.

Depression among outpatients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy: prevalence and associated factors.

Aim: This study aims to assess the prevalence of depression among patients with diabetic neuropathy and identify contributing factors.

Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive design was used, recruiting 153 patients from outpatient clinics. Participants completed the Beck Depression Inventory II, Michigan Neuropathy Screening Instrument, and Douleur Neuropathique 4 questionnaires, with recent A1C results obtained from medical records.

Assessing the effectiveness of targeted educational interventions on enhancing self-efficacy and foot care practices among diabetic women in Jordan.

Background: Diabetic foot is a major public health issue, leading to increased morbidity and mortality among diabetic patients. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of targeted health education interventions on self-efficacy and foot care practices among diabetic women in Jordan.

Methods: A pretest-posttest, quasi-experimental design was used to collect data from 76 diabetic women at a tertiary hospital in northern Jordan.

The impact of mindfulness meditation on pro-inflammatory biomarkers in patients with end-stage renal disease: A randomized trial.

Background And Aim: Mindfulness meditation has been inadequately used in patients with end-stage renal disease although it has been effective in reducing pro-inflammatory biomarkers in patients with chronic illnesses. Thus, this study examined mindfulness meditation effect on pro-inflammatory biomarkers and C-reactive protein in patients with end-stage renal disease.

Materials And Methods: Repeated measures, randomized, control experimental design was used.

The impact of an educational intervention on neonatal intensive care unit nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of parental participation in kangaroo mother care.

Aim: The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the education interventions on NICU nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of parental participation in kangaroo mother care (KMC) in NICU.

Method: A quasi-experimental pretest/posttest nonequivalent group design was used to evaluate the effectiveness of the education interventions on NICU nurses' knowledge, attitudes and perceptions of parental participation in KMC delivered in the neonatal intensive care units at three hospitals. 160 nurses participated in the study, with a division of 80 in the educational group, and 80 in the non-educational group.

COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and associated factors among pregnant and lactating women attending maternity care clinics in refugee camps in Jordan.

Background: Despite the advantages of vaccination in preventing maternal and fetal problems, there were many concerns in the medical community regarding vaccine safety for pregnant women, and this has put obstetricians in a challenging situation when it comes to advising their pregnant patients on whether to obtain the vaccine.

Aim: This study was performed to define the level of acceptance of COVID-19 vaccination and assess the impact of COVID-19 attitudes and knowledge on vaccine acceptance between pregnant and lactating Syrian women who are seeking prenatal care services at the clinics in Azraq refugee camp in Jordan.

Method: A quantitative, cross-sectional study utilizing a non-probability convenience sample.

Parents of children with autism spectrum disorder quality of life in Jordan: a comparative study.

This study aimed to assess the quality of life (QoL) of parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Jordan and its associated factors. This comparative study was conducted among parents of children with ASD and non-ASD. Data collection took four setting areas that include three centers for autism in three different municipalities and the control group was collected using social media.

Quality of life of Jordanian menopausal working and retired women and its associated factors: a cross-sectional study.

Objective: Life expectancy of Jordanian women has increased, indicating that the number of women entering menopause age, during the prime of their working life, will also increase. Therefore, assessments of the quality of life (QoL) of working and retired women and factors associated with overall wellbeing, are essential for the provision of quality services and care.

Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 200 Jordanian women between the ages of 45 to 60 years old.

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Mothers Working as Nurses Toward Multidrug-Resistant: Impact of an Educational Program in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Objective: This study seeks to assess the influence of an educational program on enhancing the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of NICU nurses regarding MDROs.

Methodology: Quasi-experimental design that investigated the efficacy of an educational intervention in shaping the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of mothers working as nurses in NICU toward MDROs was used. A total of 168 nurses participated, divided into 84 intervention groups and 84 non-educational groups.

Impact of a structured sleep education program on mothers' knowledge and attitudes toward infant sleeping.

Introduction: Sleeping is necessary for the infant growth and development. Sufficient and quality of sleep can have an impact on physical, cognitive, and emotional functioning. Infancy is a critical time for establishing healthy habits and routines.

Intimate partner violence and quality of life among mothers in Jordan during COVID-19 era.

Aims: The study aims to examine the correlation between intimate partner violence [IPV] and quality of life [HRQoL] of mothers during COVID-19 era.

Method: This study is a cross-sectional correlational study. The inclusion criteria was Jordanian women with at least 18 years old, who read and write in Arabic language and able to participate.