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International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences
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ISSN 2214-1391 · Elsevier · 1,016 articles in the index
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The effect of social media use on nursing students’ general fatigue: The mediating roles of academic engagement and academic procrastination
Background: Social media addiction is increasingly prevalent among students and has been linked to negative academic and psychological outcomes. Understanding the mechanisms through which SMA impacts student well-being, particularly fatigue, remains limited in the nursing education context. Aim…
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Informal caregiver perspectives on mental health reported in studies from Tanzania – a scoping review
Background: Caring for people with mental health conditions has traditionally been a family issue. In industrialized countries, responsibility shifted in the early 19th century to large psychiatric institutions, often located in rural, tranquil settings where nature was considered therapeutic. More…
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Conservatism in health care: conceptual boundaries and clinical implications
Conservatism in health care is frequently invoked in clinical discourse, yet its meaning remains conceptually unstable. It is often used to describe a wide range of practices, from prudent restraint and watchful waiting to clinical inertia or resistance to innovation. This ambiguity matters…
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Conservatism in nursing: a conceptual distinction between constructive and inhibitory forms
Conservatism in nursing is frequently referenced in discussions of clinical practice and professional culture, yet it remains conceptually underexamined. This commentary proposes an analytical distinction between two forms of conservatism in nursing: constructive conservatism, which reflects…
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Perceived competence of Nigerian nursing students in ICT usage for academic and research purposes
Background: Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) are central to nursing education and research, yet competence gaps persist, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Objective: This study assessed Nigerian nursing students' perceived competence in ICT usage for academic and…
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Acceptance of AI-based clinical decision support systems among registered nurses: psychological safety and the mediating role of professional identity in a cross-sectional study
Background: AI-based clinical decision support systems are increasingly used to support clinical decision-making, patient safety, and evidence-based nursing practice. However, nurses' acceptance may be influenced by psychological and professional factors.Aim: This study examined the relationship…
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Motivational self-regulation strategies among undergraduate anesthesia students: A cross-sectional study in Qazvin University of Medical Sciences
Background: Motivational regulation strategies play an important role in sustaining learning engagement in health sciences education. However, limited evidence exists regarding their use among undergraduate anesthesia students. Objective: This study aimed to determine the use of motivational…
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Clinical nurse managers perceptions of workplace conflict in a Nigerian tertiary hospital: a qualitative study
Background: Workplace conflict is an inherent feature of healthcare environments and has implications for teamwork, staff well-being, and quality of patient care. Nurse managers play a critical role in recognising, preventing, and managing conflict, yet limited qualitative evidence exists on their…
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The sources and effects of moral distress on nursing performance in emergency departments; a review of literature
Background: Moral distress is a prevalent issue in healthcare settings, particularly among nurses in Emergency Departments (EDs), where ethical dilemmas frequently arise. This literature review aims to explore the sources and effects of moral distress on nursing performance, focusing on the unique…
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South African student nurses’ experiences of preparedness in delivering ethically competent care
Background: Student nurses must be thoroughly prepared to assume professional responsibilities. By the time they complete their studies, they should possess a solid foundation of knowledge, critical thinking skills, and the personal qualities essential for ethical and professional behaviour. These…
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Effect of foot reflexology on anxiety and physiological indices in patients undergoing extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy: A randomized clinical trial study
Background: Anxiety is a common concern in patients undergoing extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). Reflexology, as a simple and safe complementary approach, may help reduce anxiety, though evidence in this setting remains limited. Methods: This randomized clinical trial was conducted at…
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The effect of completion of continuum of maternal healthcare on birth outcomes in Southwest Ethiopia: A prospective follow-up study
Background: There is scarcity of evidence on the effect of completion of maternal healthcare on birth outcomes. Such evidence is essential to prioritize health system interventions to improve perinatal health outcomes. Objective: This study was aimed to investigate the effect of the continuum of…
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Medical error and three concealed victims: The patient, healthcare caregivers, and the credibility of the healthcare system
Medical errors, including execution and planning failures, remain a critical concern in global healthcare. They are the third leading cause of death in some countries and impose severe consequences not only on patients (first victims) but also on healthcare providers (second victims) and…
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The relationship between spiritual health and depression and anxiety among COVID-19 patients: a cross-sectional study
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected mental health worldwide, particularly among patients with the disease. Spiritual health may influence psychological resilience and adaptation. This study examined the relationship between spiritual health, depression, and anxiety in…
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Flap cover for pressure ulcer
Pressure ulcers are a big problem in healthcare because they affect people who can’t move around or can barely move. The main aim of this study was to assess steps and types of flap cover surgery for stage-IV pressure ulcers. It depends on how bad the damage is that pressure ulcers can be…
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Dietary practice and associated factors among pregnant women attending antenatal care in public health facilities of Hawassa City, Sidama Region, Ethiopia
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to assess dietary practices and factors influencing them among pregnant women in Ethiopia who attend antenatal care (ANC) in Hawassa City, Sidama Region, in 2023, with a focus on the importance of adequate dietary habits and limited nutritional knowledge for…
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Nursing workforce in collapse: A narrative review of global shortages, burnout, and the future of health system resilience
Background: Nurses are essential to health systems worldwide, yet global shortages, burnout, and migration have intensified, threatening system resilience. These challenges have been magnified by chronic underinvestment and the long-term impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: This narrative…
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Defensive practices in contemporary nursing: implications, challenges, and adaptive responses
Defensive practices are increasingly common in healthcare, often motivated by legal concerns rather than clinical needs. While this phenomenon has been extensively studied in medicine, its effects on nursing remain insufficiently explored. Nurses, who have close and sustained contact with patients…
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Missed nursing care in Ethiopia: A systematic review and Meta-Analysis of prevalence and predictors
Introduction: Missed nursing care, defined as nursing care that is partially, completely omitted or significantly delayed, has become an increasing concern globally. Identifying its magnitude contributing factors is essential to inform strategies that enhance patient safety and nursing care…
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Career intentions toward community health nursing and associated factors among nursing and midwifery students at Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia
Objectives: Understanding perceptions towards community health nursing as a career among nursing students is vital. However, evidence is scarce, especially in resource-limited settings. This study aimed to assess the career intentions toward community health nursing and associated factors among…
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