Quality of Life (QoL) is a consistent and powerful predictor that affects the out-come in end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients on dialysis. This study was undertaken to identify factors might predict QoL scores among ESRD hemodialysis (HD). The conducted at three HD units Saudi Arabia from January 2007 2008. We studied 100 (53 males 47 females) used SF-36 KDQoL-SF forms covering six domains QoL, namely physical, emotional, social, illness impact, medical financial satisfaction, overall...

Quality of life (QoL) in end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients is an important outcome for both physicians and selecting dialysis modality. We conducted a comparison between regular maintenance hemodiaylsis peritoneal two tertiary referral hospitals King Saud University Saudi Arabia. hypothesize that there might be cultural socioeconomic factors modifying QoL patients.

Background: Hemodialysis (HD) is an important objective burden (task) on patient with end stage renal disease (ESRD) and the caregiver has a subjective which contributes to lifestyle changes, result in depression, anxiety declining physical health, social isolation financial strain. Aim: To evaluate family who cares maintenance hemodialysis therapy. Methods: Fifty main caregivers for each HD instrument were used by Caregiver Burden Interview (CBI) completed as major of response care giving....

Introduction: A poorly designed workplace and improper physical alignment during computer use for long durations may result in poor health outcomes occupational disability. The study aims to identify the association between nursing faculty members' knowledge practice of workstation ergonomics musculoskeletal body injuries. Methods: descriptive cross-sectional was conducted at Faculty Nursing, Alexandria University, Egypt. convenience sampling 133 members reported their rated pain (MSP)...

The non-pharmacological pain management therapies have a valuable effect in managing moderate to mild intensity, especially if demonstrated the pre-operative phase. study aimed explore nurses' practice toward using techniques surgical wards. In cross-sectional research design, convenient sample of 47 nurses wards Egyptian hospital (Third Level) participated study. Data gathered modified Non-pharmacological Methods Questionnaire. Results indicated that nurse's perception regarding applying...

Intensive care units (ICUs) provide lifesaving for the critically ill patients and are associated with significant risks. Moreover complexity of within ICUs requires that health professionals exhibit a trans-disciplinary level competency to improve patient safety. This study aimed at using staff development strategies through implementing safety educational program may minimize medical errors outcome in hospital. The was carried out quasi experimental design. settings included intensive...

Background: All women are at risk for breast and gynecologic cancer. There is no doubt that cancer a stressful experience by creating heavy psychological trauma the woman has great impact on emotional health of women. Depression anxiety consider disturbances which usually associated with Aim: assess prevalence rate investigate effects Subjects Methods: For this study, data were collected through in-depth interviews convenience 200 cancers diagnosed female who admitted in inpatient wards...

Nursing students suffer high levels of stress and anxiety during their education experiences. Clinical training first exposure in hospital clinical field more than class The purpose this study was to evaluate the perceived level undergraduate nursing students. In cross- sectional study, data were obtained from 30 using a self-administered questionnaire zung status inventory (ASI), self-rating depression scale. Prevalence Normal range 90%, mildly depressed 6.7% moderately about 3.3%. However...

Background: Patients on hemodialysis (HD) therapy increased suffering related to comorbidities, the patients’ quality of life (QoL) is an important indicator reflect needs. Maslows’ needs classified five basic as physiological, safety, belongingness, esteem and self actualization. Methods:The study was a cross-sectional including all haemodialysis patient who had referred centers King Khalid University Hospital, security Forces Hospital at Saudi Arabia. Data were collected by using...

Along with basic survival and other clinical outcomes, patients' quality of life is an important indicator to reflect the needs these patients. Human are classified in Maslow's hierarchy, where most essential physiological need provides base, self actualisation at top pyramid.The aim this study identify who on maintenance haemodialysis using concept hierarchy.The descriptive was conducted dialysis unit Suez Canal University Hospitals. The included 50 patients attending unit.The findings...

Breast cancer is currently the top in women entire world, most common site 13 administrative regions of Saudi Arabia was breast leading among women. Cervical ranks as 2nd frequent between 15-44years age. Incidence cervical 4.6 per 100.000 Our aim to evaluate level knowledge regarding and young females. A cross –sectional study conducted from females at science& Art College health science college. Interviewing structured questionnaire used collect data.; divided into three parts covered...

Background: The wound dressings perform a crucial role in cutaneous wounds management due to their ability protect and promote dermal epidermal tissue regeneration. Aim:To evaluate the effectiveness of using hydrogel/nanosilver-based dressing vs. traditional on diabetic foot healing. Methods:Sixty patients with type-2 diabetes hospitalized for treatment were recruited from selected Surgical departments. A prospective randomized control study was carried Results: results showed that...

SUMMARY End‐stage renal disease and its treatments negatively affect quality of life. Self‐care is an important approach for helping the patients deal with their problems. The aim this study was to improve self‐care life haemodialysis through teaching evaluating This cross‐section design pre‐post assessment conducted in dialysis unit Suez Canal University Hospitals, participants were 50 receiving maintenance haemodialysis. Data collected using a structured interview questionnaire, Kidney...

This study aimed to address challenges facing nurse preceptors related multifaceted educational roles, academic and institutional support during the COVID-19 pandemic in Kingdom of Bahrain.Clinical have faced great since influx pandemic. At this unprecedented time, they are overwhelmed with additional responsibilities follow precautionary measures alongside their usual role. So, require careful preparation massive support.A descriptive was conducted different clinical settings Bahrain.A...

Peripheral venous catheters (PVCs) are the most common invasive route for rapid administration of medication and fluids. The care PVC sites after cannulation can pose challenges depending on nurses' level knowledge practice.To transfer into practice preventing local complications intravenous (IV) therapy.A quasi-experimental study was undertaken.A convenience sample nurses from surgical medical wards a university hospital (n=64) used. Pre- post-education intervention levels knowledge,...

Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery is indicated for patients with coronary disease to relieve symptoms, improve quality of life, and/or prolong life. Unfortunately vascular (CVD) associated mortalities was one the highest in world. In Saudi Arabia, CVD reported account over 22% deaths each year, and another estimates showed 42% all deaths, attributed CVD. The patient undergoing CABG deserves have confidence that professional nurse knowledgeable, caring, efficient, effective...

Background: The wound dressings perform a crucial role in cutaneous wounds management due to their ability protect and promote dermal epidermal tissue regeneration. Aim: the aim was evaluate effectiveness of using hydrogel/nano silver-based dressing vs. traditional on diabetic foot healing. Methods: Sixty patients with type-2 diabetes hospitalized for treatment were recruited from selected Surgical departments. A prospective randomized control study carried, results showed that percentage...

Background Breast cancer has become a significant global health concern in recent years, calling for action and intense methods of prevention early identification. Aim To assess the Knowledge, Attitude, Practice (KAP) regarding Self-Examination (BSE) among university female students. Methods A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted at University Bahrain (UoB). convenience sampling 375 students voluntarily completed questionnaires. Results The students’ total percent scores three...