Evaluating the influence of a structured nursing protocol on targeted outcomes in rheumatoid arthritis patients

Objective:Rheumatoid arthritis(RA)requires comprehensive management.Structured nursing protocols may enhance outcomes,but evidence is limited.This study evaluated the effect of a structured nursing protocol on RA outcomes.Materials and Methods:In this one-group pre-post study,30 Egyptian RA patients completed assessments before and after a 12-week nursing protocol comprising education,psychosocial support,and self-management promotion.Assessments included clinical evaluation of joint counts,erythrocyte sedimentation rate(ESR),and C-reactive protein(CRP)and patient-reported Arthritis Self-Efficacy Scale(ASES),Health Assessment Questionnaire(HAQ),Visual Analog Scale(VAS)for pain,and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale(HADS).Results:The study demonstrated significant improvements in both clinical-and patient-reported outcomes.Joint count decreased from 18.4±4.2 to 14.2±3.8(P<0.001),ESR from 30.1±6.8 mm/h to 25.5±6.8 mm/h(P<0.01),and CRP levels from 15.2±3.6 mg/L to 11.8±2.9 mg/L(P<0.01)postintervention.Patient-reported outcomes showed a marked increase in ASES score from 140±25 to 170±30(P<0.001)and reductions in HAQ from 1.6±0.4 to 1.3±0.3(P<0.01),VAS pain score from 7.8±1.7 to 6.2±1.2(P<0.001),and HADS anxiety and depression scores from 11±3 to 8±2(P<0.05)and 10±2 to 7±1(P<0.05),respectively.Conclusion:A structured nursing protocol significantly improved clinical disease activity,physical functioning,pain,self-efficacy,and emotional well-being in RA patients.A multifaceted nursing intervention appears beneficial for optimizing RA outcomes.

Practical Exploration of Strengthening Team Communication and Cooperation in Head Nurse Nursing Management

This study explores the practical application of nursing management led by head nurses to enhance team communication and collaboration within clinical settings.By integrating leadership theories with nursing practice,this research adopts a qualitative methodology to examine the effects of strategic communication and teamwork enhancement initiatives.Through interviews,observations,and the analysis of case studies in various hospital departments,the study identifies key barriers to effective team communication and collaboration,including hierarchical structures,lack of standardized communication protocols,and insufficient training.Solutions implemented involve targeted communication skills training,the establishment of interdisciplinary teamwork protocols,and leadership workshops for head nurses.The outcomes indicate significant improvements in team efficiency,patient care quality,and staff satisfaction.This research underscores the importance of head nurses in fostering an environment conducive to open communication and collaborative practice,thereby advancing patient care and team performance.

Effect of comprehensive nursing on the quality of life and swallowing function in individuals diagnosed with ischemic stroke

BACKGROUND Ischemic stroke(IS)is a widely recognized disease characterized by high preva-lence,mortality,morbidity,disability,and recurrence rates.It ranks prominently in terms of mortality,constituting 60%-80%of stroke cases.AIM To explore the impact of comprehensive nursing care on the quality of life and swallowing function in individuals diagnosed with IS.METHODS This study comprised 172 patients with IS admitted to our hospital between February 2018 to March 2021.The participants were divided into two groups,namely the control group(n=80)receiving routine care and the research group(n=92)receiving comprehensive care.Various assessment scales,including the standard swallowing function assessment scale(SSA),National Institutes of Health Stroke scale(NIHSS),European stroke scale(ESS),self-rating anxiety scale(SAS),self-rating depression scale(SDS),Barthel index(BI),and the motor func-tion assessment scale(MAS),were employed to evaluate the improvement in swallowing function,neurological deficits,clinical outcomes,anxiety,depression,daily living activities,and motor function before and after care.Furthermore,the study compared the occurrence of adverse reactions during the nursing period,life quality before and after the intervention,rehabilitation compliance,and nursing satisfaction between the two groups.RESULTS After the nursing intervention,the research group exhibited significantly improved SSA and NIHSS scores compared to the control group(P<0.05).Moreover,both groups demonstrated significant reductions in SAS and SDS scores(P<0.05),with the research group showing more obvious advantages(P<0.05).Compared to the control group,the research group displayed significantly better ESS,BI,and MAS scores(P<0.05),coupled with a lower incidence of adverse reactions(P<0.05).Additionally,the research group demonstrated markedly higher levels of life quality,rehabilitation compliance,and nursing satisfaction compared to the control group(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Comprehensive nursing effectively improved swallowing function,quality of life,and patient satisfaction,high-lighting its clinical significance.

Effect analysis of applying high-quality service model to surgical nursing

BACKGROUND Surgical care of the hand plays a crucial role in the medical field,as problems with the hand can profoundly affect a patient's quality of life and function.In order to meet the needs of patients,improve patient satisfaction and improve treatment outcomes,high-quality service models have been introduced in the field of nursing.AIM To explore the effect analysis of applying high-quality service model to surgical nursing.METHODS We conducted a retrospective study of patients who underwent hand surgery at our hospital between 2019 and 2022,using a quality service model that included improved patient education,pain management,care team collaboration,and effective communication.Another group of patients received traditional care as a control group.We compared postoperative recovery,satisfaction,complication rate,and length of hospital stay between the two groups.Inferential statistics were used to compare the difference between the two groups by independent sample t test,Chi-square test and other methods to evaluate the effect of intervention measures.RESULTS Postoperative recovery time decreased from 17.8±2.3 d to 14.5±2.1 d,pain score decreased from 4.7±1.9 to 3.2±1.4,and hand function score increased from 78.4±7.1 to 88.5±6.2.In terms of patient satisfaction,the quality service model group scored 87.3±5.6 points,which was significantly higher than that of the traditional care group(74.6±6.3 points).At the same time,patients'understanding of medical information also improved from 6.9±1.4 to 8.6±1.2.In terms of postoperative complications,the application of the quality service model reduced the incidence of postoperative complications from 26%to 10%,the incidence of infection from 12%to 5%,and the incidence of bleeding from 10%to 3%.The reduction in these data indicates that the quality service model plays a positive role in reducing the risk of complications.In addition,the average hospital stay of patients in the quality service model group was shortened from 6.8±1.5 d to 5.2±1.3 d,and the hospitalization cost was also reduced from 2800±600 yuan to 2500±500 yuan.CONCLUSION Applying a quality service model to hand surgery care can significantly improve patient clinical outcomes,including faster recovery,less pain,greater satisfaction,and reduced complication rates.

The level of patients’ satisfaction and perception on quality of nursing services in the Renal unit, Kenyatta National Hospital Nairobi, Kenya

Introduction: Renal failure is on the increase and patients have to identify with renal services and centres where services for renal replacement therapies are rendered. This calls for health care workers to offer services that are perceived as quality and satisfying in order to meet the biophysical and psychological needs of the patients. Study design: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study undertaken at the Renal unit of Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). Purpose: The study aimed at determining the level of satisfaction and perception of the quality of nursing services in the Renal unit. Methodology: The study population included all patients who were seeking dialysis services during one month period of data collection. The sample size was 151 following data collection. Data collection tools consisted of semi-structured questionnaires which were administered with the aid of research assistants as well as checklists which were self administered. Data analysis and results: Analysis of data was performed using the statistical package of social sciences (SPSS) version 16. Results of data analysis were presented in form of descriptive statistics which included mean, standard deviation and percentages. Regression analysis, t-test and ANOVA were conducted to determine demographic predictors of patient satisfaction with the nursing services. The results of the study revealed that patients in the Renal unit were generally satisfied with the nursing services. The aggregate mean score for all patients on Likert scale was 71.2 out of 105, with a standard deviation of 16.8. Level of satisfaction was 67.8%. The findings also showed that there was no association between demographic characteristics with the levels of satisfaction with the nursing services. Recommendation: The hospital should keep the patients’ level of satisfaction high and maintain it through the provision of more dialysis machines and hiring more nurses.

Competency-based management effects on satisfaction of nurses and patients

Purpose:To evaluate the effect of competency-based management in improving nurse and patient satisfaction.Methods:According to the competency-based management objectives and principles,821 nurses were classified into different levels based on clear nurse qualifications and post responsibilities.According to the different levels of nursing staff and training plans with different emphases,the goal was for the nursing staff to gradually achieve the corresponding level.Targeted training programs for different levels of nurses were formulated to enable nurses to gradually increase their competency levels.Results:After implementation of competency-based management,nurse job satisfaction and patient satisfaction increased significantly(P<0.01).Additionally,the reported nurse job burnout decreased(P<0.01).Conclusion:Competency-based management can promote nurses’enthusiasm,reduce job burnout,improve job satisfaction,as well as improve patient satisfaction.

Satisfaction with Nursing Care among Patients Attending Oncology Center in Basra City, Iraq

This study was carried out on a sample of 100 patients attending outpatient oncology center in Basra governorate located in south of Iraq. In order to assess their satisfaction with nursing care quality and identify the relationship between their satisfaction rate and selected variables. The results showed that high satisfaction rate for the technical quality 87 （87%） followed by interpersonal communication dimension 86 （86%） while the lowest satisfaction rate was for the information given by the nurse 64 （64%）. There were no statistical differences among the age of the patients, their education, their marital status and occupation. Furthermore, the satisfaction level with nursing care except for females who reported significantly higher level of satisfaction with nursing technical quality.

Nursing Care Management Strategies in Isolation Wards during the COVID-19 Outbreak

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is highly infectious and has spread worldwide. Medical staff may be exposed to the infection under circumstances of medical supply shortages and improper protection. How to better protect medical staff has become the focus of all walks of life. Therefore, during the COVID-19 outbreak, timely adjustments and optimization of nursing management strategies in isolation wards are important for improving care quality and reducing the infection of medical staff. Based on a literature review and clinical nursing management practices, this article summarizes the nursing management strategies in isolation wards during the COVID-19 outbreak, aiming to provide references for clinical nursing managers.

Effects of a Care Workshop on Caring Behaviors as Measured by Patients and Patient Satisfaction

Caring is a central focus of nursing, and patient satisfaction is a critical indicator of nursing care quality. The aim of this study was to determine the effects that a care workshop exerted on nurse caring behaviors as perceived by patients and reflected by patient satisfaction. A quasi-experimental, pretest-posttest design without a control group was applied. The intervention consisted of several facets: 1) formal educational sessions twice a week for six weeks, 2) an angel-master mentorship activity, and 3) posts of exemplary caring behavior and stories. A demographic questionnaire, the Modified Nurse Caring Behaviors Inventory, and the Hartford Hospital Satisfaction Survey were used in this study. Descriptive statistics were analyzed to evaluate participant demographic characteristics. Paired t tests were used to determine the effects of a care workshop on nurse caring behaviors as perceived by patients and reflected by patient satisfaction. Of the 236 patients enrolled, 49.6% were women and 57.2% were admitted to medical-surgical units. Female patients rated nurse caring behaviors higher and reported greater patient satisfaction than did male patients on the pretest (p p p p p p = 0.000). Caring educational programs for nurses are commonly regarded to be an essential strategy for promoting care knowledge and practice and improving patient satisfaction. According to the favorable results of this study, care workshops must be provides to nurses in other units or hospitals in future studies.

The Impact of Health Care Reform Initiatives on Ethical Conflict and Opportunities for Nurses to Improve Quality of Care While Enhancing Their Work Environments

Background: After more than a decade of the nursing profession contending that healthcare reform based almost exclusively on cost cutting was creating an array of serious ethical issues for nurses, healthcare organizations and other providers are now facing increasing demands primarily from payers to demonstrate improvement in both quality of care and patient experience along with continued cost reduction. Research Question: Have efforts by healthcare organizations to comply with these recently imposed requirements influenced the ethical environment faced by nurses and nurse leaders and if so, how? Materials and Methods: Data for assessing the current ethical environment was gathered with a close-ended survey mailed in October 2012 to a random sample of 3000 members of the American Organization of Nurse Executives. Results and Discussion: Statistical analysis of the data and comparison with the findings of a similar study conducted in 2000 indicated that along with five highly rated issues in the earlier study attributed largely to economic constraints imposed by healthcare organizations, the top-10 key ethical issues today included five issues primarily attributable to interprofessional conflict. Conclusion: Given the success of many ongoing efforts aimed at weakening these key sources of ethical conflict that have blocked many proposals to improve the quality of care, opportunities should arise for the nursing profession to more fully achieve its goals of improving the quality of care, safety and patient satisfaction and enhancing nurses’ work environments essential to that effort.

Considerations in Dealing with Ethical Conflict Encountered in Healthcare Reform: Perceptions of Nurse Leaders

With the nursing profession continuing to face an array of ethical issues, the article reports the findings of a survey of members of the American Organization of Nurse Executives conducted in 2012 to determine the extent to which nurse leaders at different organization levels perceive various factors in their personal, professional and organizational environments to be helpful in resolving ethical dilemmas. After their personal values, nurse leaders perceive factors related to their organization to be more helpful than those related to their profession, including, among others, the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. The two highest rated business-related factors deal with the absence of pressure to compromise one’s own ethical standards which suggests that one way healthcare organizations can assist nurses and their leaders is by neither explicitly nor implicitly pressuring them to go against their own ethical values. Other key factors related to the organization include formal organizational factors such as the existence of an ethics committee or a person to whom unethical activity can be reported as well as more informal factors related to organizational climate such as the actions and responsiveness of one’s immediate boss, the ability to go beyond one’s boss if necessary, the organizational culture, management philosophy, and management’s communication of appropriate ethical behavior. Comparison of the findings of the 2012 survey with those of a similar study conducted in 2000 indicated the four factors perceived as most helpful in both studies were identical with the same rank order and the top-10 factors were identical with some differences in ranking. Further analysis indicated the relative degree of helpfulness of the 17 help factors common to both studies was perceived by responding nurse leaders as quite similar overall. The authors also discuss the implications for the profession and the healthcare industry today and in the future.

Opportunities for nurses in the era of electronic health records

Nursing leaders are currently faced with opportunities to advance nursing’s role in the use of electronic health records (EHRs). Nurse leaders can advance the design of EHRs with nurse informaticists to improve health outcomes of individual and populations of patients.

Improving outcomes in patients with heart failure:The contribution of cardiovascular specialist nurses

Background Heart failure(HF)is a chronic,impactful condition on individuals and healthcare systems,requiring management that goes beyond inpatient care.This study investigated the impact of cardiovascular specialist nurses on long-term health outcomes and patient satisfaction in HF outpatient care.Methods In a year-long observational study from July 2021 to July 2022,230 HF patients at our hospital were divided into an experimental group(n=115)receiving care from cardiovascular specialist nurses and a control group(n=115)managed by general nursing staff.The interventions included comprehensive care such as patient education,medication management,lifestyle guidance,symptom monitoring,and psychological support.The major adverse cardiovascular events(MACEs)and rehospitalization rates were applied as the primary endpoints.Results The experimental group demonstrated significantly fewer MACEs and lower rehospitalization rates compared to the control group(P<0.001).Higher patient satisfaction was observed in the experimental group,with 81.7%reporting high satisfaction vs.53.9%in the control group(P<0.001).Differences in incidence of myocardial infarction and death rates between the groups were not statistically significant.Conclusions The involvement of cardiovascular specialist nurses in HF outpatient care significantly enhances clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.These nurses play a key role in bridging the transition from hospital to home care,improving adherence to treatment regimens,and reducing healthcare system burdens.

护患沟通技巧联合心理护理在肺功能检查患者中的应用

目的:探讨护患沟通技巧联合心理护理在肺功能检查患者中的应用效果。方法:选取2020年1月1日~2022年12月1日109例行肺功能检查患者为研究对象,随机分为对照组54例和研究组55例,对照组实施常规护理,研究组实施护患沟通技巧联合心理护理;比较两组检查时间、肺通气完成情况,护理前后心理状态[采用焦虑自评量表(SAS)、抑郁自评量表(SDS)]、肺功能[包括第一秒用力呼气容积(FEV_(1))、FEV_(1)/FVC%]、生活质量[采用生命质量测定量表(QLQ-C30)]及护理满意度。结果:研究组检查时间、肺通气完成率优于对照组(P<0.01);护理后,两组SAS、SDS评分低于护理前(P<0.05),且研究组低于对照组(P<0.01);护理后,两组FEV_(1)、FEV_(1)/FVC%、QLQ-C30评分均优于护理前(P<0.05,P<0.01),且研究组优于对照组(P<0.05);研究组护理满意度高于对照组(P<0.05)。结论:将护患沟通技巧联合心理护理应用于肺功能检查患者中,可有效缩短检查时间,提高肺通气完成率,改善患者负性情绪和肺功能,从而提高生活质量和护理满意度。

互联网背景下的信息化管理在慢性伤口、造口、失禁患者中的应用效果

目的:探讨互联网背景下的信息化管理在慢性伤口、造口、失禁患者中的应用效果,旨在为患者提供高质量的院外延伸护理服务,提高患者预后质量。方法:回顾性分析2019年6月—2021年1月永城市人民医院收治的197例伤口造口失禁患者临床资料,根据患者院后护理方案的不同分为研究组(98例,院后接受互联网背景下的信息化管理)与对照组(99例,接受常规院后延续性护理),干预时间均为院后6个月。对比两组患者干预前后生活能力(ADL)评分、护理满意度及造口并发症。结果:干预后,研究组患者ADL-进阶能力、ADL-基本能力、ADL-总分高于对照组,差异有统计学意义(t=26.470、6.260、8.799,P<0.05);研究组患者满意率高于对照组,差异有统计学意义(χ^(2)=5.593,P<0.05);研究组总并发症率低于对照组,差异有统计学意义(χ^(2)=4.834,P<0.05)。结论:互联网背景下的信息化管理平台可提慢性伤口造口失禁患者自我健康管理能力及生活质量,有助于提高临床患者院后伤口造口管理水平。

专病一体化护理联合协同护理模式对老年慢性心力衰竭患者的影响

目的:探讨专病一体化护理联合协同护理模式对老年慢性心力衰竭(CHF)患者的影响。方法:选取2022年2月1日~2023年2月28日收治的98例老年CHF患者作为研究对象,依据入院时间采用抽签法分为对照组和观察组各49例,对照组给予常规护理,观察组在此基础上实施专病一体化护理联合协同护理模式;比较两组入院时、出院时、出院3个月的积极度评分,护理前后生命质量[简明健康状况调查问卷(SF-36)]评分、睡眠质量(明尼苏达心力衰竭睡眠质量量表)评分、自我护理(欧洲心力衰竭自我护理行为量表)评分、汉密顿焦虑量表(HAMA)评分、汉密顿抑郁量表(HAMD)评分,护理满意度。结果:干预后,两组积极度评分逐渐提高(P<0.01),观察组出院时、出院3个月积极度评分高于对照组(P<0.01);护理后,两组生命质量评分高于护理前(P<0.05),且观察组高于对照组(P<0.01);护理后,两组睡眠质量、自我护理评分及HAMA、HAMD评分低于护理前(P<0.05),且观察组低于对照组(P<0.01);观察组护理满意度高于对照组(P<0.01)。结论:专病一体化护理联合协同护理模式能够有效改善CHF患者的不良情绪和积极度,提高睡眠质量和生命质量,提升护理满意度。

6S管理模式在消化内镜中心护理质量控制中的应用效果

目的探讨消化内镜护理质量控制中实施基于整理-整顿-清扫-清洁-素养-安全(6S)管理模式的应用效果。方法选取2023年1—6月绵阳市中心医院内镜中心实施常规管理模式的80件消化内镜、行消化内镜检查的2317例患者作为A组,另选取2023年7月绵阳市中心医院消化内镜中心实施6S管理模式的80件消化内镜,行消化内镜检查的2483例患者作为B组。A组实施常规管理模式,B组在A组基础上实施6S管理模式,比较2组清洗消毒合格率、器械损坏率及患者护理满意度。结果干预后,B组清洗消毒合格率(98.75%)高于A组(81.25%),而器械损坏率(1.25%)低于A组(11.25%),差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。干预后,与A组患者护理满意度各维度评分比较,B组均偏高(P<0.05)。结论消化内镜护理质量控制中采用基于6S管理模式能有效提高清洗消毒合格率,降低器械损坏率,患者护理满意度较高。此文的研究结果为消化内镜护理后期标准制订提供了借鉴内容。

目标管理对肛肠科护理人员的管理效果及患者满意度分析

目的分析目标管理对肛肠科护理人员管理效果及患者满意度的影响。方法选取2022年1月—2023年12月于山东第一医科大学第一附属医院肛肠科工作的24名护理人员为研究对象,依据不同的管理方法分为两组,各12名。对照组采用常规管理,观察组采用目标管理,比较两组护理人员的自我概念水平、管理效果、管理质量及患者满意度。结果观察组护理人员各项自我概念评分均高于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P均<0.05);观察组护理人员各项管理效果评分均高于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P均<0.05);观察组护理人员各项管理质量评分均高于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P均<0.05);观察组患者满意度为95.24%(40/42),高于对照组的73.81%(31/42),差异有统计学意义(χ^(2)=7.372,P<0.05)。结论采用目标管理可有效提高肛肠科护理人员的自我管理水平,促使其高效完成各项工作,保障护理质量,提高患者满意度。

基于奥马哈系统理论的护理在病毒性肝炎肝硬化患者中的应用效果

目的:观察基于奥马哈系统理论的护理在病毒性肝炎肝硬化患者中的应用效果。方法:选取2020年4月至2022年4月该院收治的88例病毒性肝炎肝硬化患者进行前瞻性研究,依照随机数字表法将其分为对照组和观察组各44例。对照组采取常规护理,观察组采取基于奥马哈系统理论的护理,比较两组护理前后自我管理能力评分、生命质量[生命质量综合评定问卷-74(GQOLI-74)]评分和护理满意度。结果:护理后,观察组饮食管理、日常生活管理、病情监测管理和用药管理等自我管理能力评分均高于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);观察组社会功能、躯体功能、心理状态和物质生活状态等GQOLI-74评分均高于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);观察组护理满意度为95.45%(42/44),高于对照组的81.82%(36/44),差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。结论:基于奥马哈系统理论的护理应用于病毒性肝炎肝硬化患者可提高自我管理能力评分、生命质量评分和护理满意度,效果优于常规护理。

“6S”管理联合服务流程优化在门诊分诊中的应用研究

目的:探讨“6S”管理联合服务流程优化在门诊分诊中的应用价值。方法:选取2023年3月—2024年3月在我院门诊就诊的160例病人为研究对象,将2023年3月—9月就诊的80例病人纳入对照组,给予门诊分诊常规服务;将2023年10月—2024年3月就诊的80例病人纳入观察组,实施“6S”管理联合服务流程优化,比较两组分诊时间、等待时间、就诊满意度以及护理差错发生率。结果:两组分诊时间、等待时间、满意度、护理差错发生率比较差异均有统计学意义(P<0.05)。结论:“6S”管理联合服务流程优化在门诊分诊中的应用有助于缩短就诊时间,提高就诊满意度,降低护理差错发生率。