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Volume 11, Issue 3 (Summer 2025)
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● Publications related to body weight measurement in critically ill patients have increased substantially over the last 20 years.
● Based on the subject area analysis of 1423 published articles, 65.5% were related to “medicine” and 14.1% to “nursing.”
● Keyword analysis revealed 6 clusters, with the most frequent keywords being “critical illness,” “hospital admission,” “body weight,” “artificial ventilation,” “intensive care unit,” and “sequential organ failure assessment.”
● Potential topics based on research gaps included “hemorrhage,” “ground glass opacity,” “artificial feeding,” “mathematical analysis,” “blood urea nitrogen,” “net ultrafiltration,” “kidney function test,” “cross-infection,” and “virus load.”
● The insufficient research output, particularly in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, presents a significant opportunity for growth.
● Based on the subject area analysis of 1423 published articles, 65.5% were related to “medicine” and 14.1% to “nursing.”
● Keyword analysis revealed 6 clusters, with the most frequent keywords being “critical illness,” “hospital admission,” “body weight,” “artificial ventilation,” “intensive care unit,” and “sequential organ failure assessment.”
● Potential topics based on research gaps included “hemorrhage,” “ground glass opacity,” “artificial feeding,” “mathematical analysis,” “blood urea nitrogen,” “net ultrafiltration,” “kidney function test,” “cross-infection,” and “virus load.”
● The insufficient research output, particularly in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, presents a significant opportunity for growth.
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Body weight measurement and documentation are crucial for determining the appropriate care for critically ill patients. This study used bibliometric analysis to track trends in body weight measurements of critically ill patients. This approach helps identify dominant research themes and emerging areas of interest. The results showed that publications on body weight measurement in critically ill patients have increased markedly over the past two decades. An analysis of 1423 published articles revealed that 65.5% focused on “medicine,” whereas 14.1% were associated with “nursing.” The United States led globally with 457 publications, while the Middle East and Southeast Asia had insufficient research output. Cluster analysis using VOSviewer, identified six 6 primary research themes, each with frequent keywords related to the research. This study also utilized the RStudio package with biblioshiny to present the growth of publications and a thematic map of the studies. These findings indicate a growing body of research in this field, predominantly focusing on critical care and highlighting the potential for more nursing research topics related to body weight measurement in critically ill patients. This research gap also presents an essential opportunity to expand more inclusive global research networks that can contribute to improved health management related to body weight measurement for critically ill patients.
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● There seems to be a shift away from person-centred care.
● A regression to a bio-focused model may have occurred, contributed to by the pandemic and financial crisis.
● Role autonomy and ambivalence are two factors worthy of further research.
● A regression to a bio-focused model may have occurred, contributed to by the pandemic and financial crisis.
● Role autonomy and ambivalence are two factors worthy of further research.
Plain Language Summary
A robust research project identified that registered nurse care was person-centred in Australia in 2017. The concept of person-centeredness became a foundational component of the Registered Nurse standards for practice. Research in Australia and internationally has identified that person-centred care is not the norm. It appears plausible that the pandemic and financial strains in the interim period have contributed to reduced role autonomy, increased ambivalence, and a regression to a bio-focused, task-driven model of care. Further rigorous research is indicated.
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● Working night shifts and disrupted sleep patterns can have severe effects on the physical and psychological health of nursing students who have recently entered the profession.
● It is essential to incorporate structured stress management interventions into nursing education to enhance the health and academic performance of nursing students exposed to night shifts.
● Selective stress management interventions significantly reduced stress levels and related symptoms among night shift nursing students.
● It is essential to incorporate structured stress management interventions into nursing education to enhance the health and academic performance of nursing students exposed to night shifts.
● Selective stress management interventions significantly reduced stress levels and related symptoms among night shift nursing students.
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Nursing is universally acknowledged as a high-stress profession, with night shifts posing additional challenges. Night shift duties are integral to nursing education and practice, but they can also elevate stress levels, potentially impacting nursing students’ well-being and academic performance. Night shifts disrupt natural sleep-wake cycles, leading to long-term health issues such as gastrointestinal problems, cardiovascular risks, and behavioral changes, alongside impaired academic performance and mental health concerns. By equipping students with tools such as yoga, meditation, pranayama, muscle relaxation, and music therapy, they can manage stress more effectively and enhance their overall well-being. Importantly, the study highlights the need for ongoing encouragement and support to ensure that students consistently practice these interventions.
Gil Soriano * 
, Charles Aaron Gil Cruz , Danielle Chloe Delos Reyes , Brian Paulo Eduardo , Genesis Matthew Gabriel , Kathyrine Calong Calong
, Charles Aaron Gil Cruz , Danielle Chloe Delos Reyes , Brian Paulo Eduardo , Genesis Matthew Gabriel , Kathyrine Calong Calong
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● Nurses’ knowledge, attitudes, and self-efficacy regarding pain management can influence how they manage pain; however, the relationship between these variables has not been evaluated in Filipino nurses.
● Knowledge and attitude are positively correlated with nurses’ pain management competence and confidence (self-efficacy), indicating that the more knowledgeable nurses are and the more apt their attitude is, the more confident and capable nurses will be in dealing with pain.
● There is a knowledge gap among Filipino nurses regarding pain management, so restructuring course content or revisiting methods of instruction may be of value.
● Over a decade later, Filipino nurses’ attitudes toward narcotic use have remained negative; however, the persistence of this issue has yet to be explained and further research is needed to identify possible causes.
● Regular pain management training among Filipino nurses may facilitate the development and retention of adequate knowledge, attitude, and self-efficacy, considering that most participants have no prior training in pain management.
● Knowledge and attitude are positively correlated with nurses’ pain management competence and confidence (self-efficacy), indicating that the more knowledgeable nurses are and the more apt their attitude is, the more confident and capable nurses will be in dealing with pain.
● There is a knowledge gap among Filipino nurses regarding pain management, so restructuring course content or revisiting methods of instruction may be of value.
● Over a decade later, Filipino nurses’ attitudes toward narcotic use have remained negative; however, the persistence of this issue has yet to be explained and further research is needed to identify possible causes.
● Regular pain management training among Filipino nurses may facilitate the development and retention of adequate knowledge, attitude, and self-efficacy, considering that most participants have no prior training in pain management.
Plain Language Summary
Pain management is an essential part of nursing care. Still, there is limited research on how Filipino nurses’ knowledge, attitude, and confidence (self-efficacy) affect their ability to manage pain effectively. The results of this study revealed knowledge gaps as nurses struggled to complete the pain knowledge and attitude (PAK) questionnaire. However, they received excellent scores for trust in their ability to assess pain management. The findings also showed a strong correlation between nurses’ overall confidence in pain management and their knowledge and attitude. Knowledge and confidence in applying additional pain management approaches, however, did not appear to be strongly correlated. These findings imply that further pain management training is necessary for Filipino nurses to advance their careers and deliver higher-quality patient care. It is recommended that they participate in regular pain management programs to improve their understanding and confidence in managing pain.
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● The SHSE supports healthcare interventions, allowing providers to assess social health and encourage active aging.
● Three items were removed from the scale through rigorous psychometric analysis to align with the Iranian context.
● High reliability (the Cronbach α of 0.92) and stability (intra-class correlation coefficient of 0.79) were achieved.
● The three dimensions of scale (social support, social adjustment, and perceived environmental resources) enable a comprehensive social health assessment for older adults.
● Three items were removed from the scale through rigorous psychometric analysis to align with the Iranian context.
● High reliability (the Cronbach α of 0.92) and stability (intra-class correlation coefficient of 0.79) were achieved.
● The three dimensions of scale (social support, social adjustment, and perceived environmental resources) enable a comprehensive social health assessment for older adults.
Plain Language Summary
This study validated a Persian version of the social health scale for the elderly (SHSE) to assess social health among Iranian older adults. The study confirmed the scale’s reliability and validity after removing three items to improve accuracy. The finalized 22-item SHSE effectively measures social support, social adjustment, and perceived environmental resources. The Persian version of SHSE is a reliable tool for evaluating social health in Iranian older adults.
The Effect of Mindfulness-based Self-compassion Training on Nurses’ Anger Management, Spiritual Well-being, and Job Involvement
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Nurses are exposed to stress in their workplace that can lead to aggressive behaviors and negatively impact their well-being and job satisfaction.
Self-compassion training can significantly reduce nurses’ anger by 33%.
Self-compassion training can significantly increase nurses’ spiritual well-being by 19%.
Self-compassion training can significantly increase nurses’ job involvement by 23%.
Self-compassion training can significantly reduce nurses’ anger by 33%.
Self-compassion training can significantly increase nurses’ spiritual well-being by 19%.
Self-compassion training can significantly increase nurses’ job involvement by 23%.
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Nurses are exposed to tension and stress in the workplace, which can lead to aggressive and violent behaviors and reduce the quality of patient care. Job involvement among nurses is also of great importance, as it significantly affects their job performance. Spiritual well-being is one of the factors affecting anger. Spirituality can have a significant effect on various aspects of care. In this regard, we assessed the impact of self-compassion training on anger management, spiritual well-being, and job involvement of nurses in Iran. Self-compassion training significantly decreased nurses’ anger and increased their spiritual well-being and job involvement. Therefore, health policymakers are advised to consider incorporating self-compassion training for all nurses to enhance healthcare quality.
The Effect of Red Ginger Extract, Klanceng Honey, and Their Combination on Blood Sugar, Cholesterol, and Blood Viscosity of Patients With Diabetes Mellitus
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Ginger and honey are well-known for their use as alternative medicine for diabetic patients.
This study revealed that the combination of red ginger extract and Klanceng honey was more effective in reducing blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood viscosity in diabetic patients than administering either Klanceng honey or red ginger extract alone.
Further studies with larger sample sizes and longer treatment periods may be beneficial for obtaining more precise results.
This study revealed that the combination of red ginger extract and Klanceng honey was more effective in reducing blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood viscosity in diabetic patients than administering either Klanceng honey or red ginger extract alone.
Further studies with larger sample sizes and longer treatment periods may be beneficial for obtaining more precise results.
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The incidence of diabetes mellitus (DM) is increasing, particularly in developing countries, including Indonesia. Ginger and honey are easy to find in Indonesia. Interestingly, both can be used as alternatives and traditional therapies for patients with DM. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of red ginger and Klanceng honey on reducing blood sugar, viscosity, and cholesterol levels in patients with DM. The results of this study show that the combination of red ginger extract and Klanceng honey reduces blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood viscosity more than Klanceng honey and red ginger extract alone. Healthcare providers, especially those living in Indonesia, can also consider red ginger and Klanceng honey as complementary therapies when managing patients with DM. Moreover, the government or relevant stakeholders can incorporate the use of red ginger and Klanceng honey into nutrition education programs for patients with DM.
Nurses’ Preparation to Manage Psychological Crises: The Importance of Psychological First Aid Training
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● Nurses play a crucial role in providing psychological first aid (PFA) during disasters and crises.
● PFA training enables nurses to identify and manage psychological symptoms such as PTSD, anxiety, and stress.
● Continuous education and practical exercises, such as scenario simulations, are essential for improving nurses’ crisis intervention skills.
● Team-based approaches and collaboration among healthcare professionals can enhance the effectiveness of PFA interventions.
● Increased access to resources and professional psychological support systems helps prevent nurse burnout in crises.
● PFA training enables nurses to identify and manage psychological symptoms such as PTSD, anxiety, and stress.
● Continuous education and practical exercises, such as scenario simulations, are essential for improving nurses’ crisis intervention skills.
● Team-based approaches and collaboration among healthcare professionals can enhance the effectiveness of PFA interventions.
● Increased access to resources and professional psychological support systems helps prevent nurse burnout in crises.
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This commentary highlights the vital role nurses play in helping individuals cope with psychological crises during disasters. Psychological first aid (PFA) is a brief, immediate intervention that helps mitigate the emotional impact of crises. Training nurses in PFA improves their ability to recognize and treat psychological distress, anxiety, and trauma. Continuous education and team collaboration are essential to ensure the well-preparedness of nurses in these situations. With the right training and resources, nurses can provide more effective psychological support, helping individuals recover emotionally during and after crises.
