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Mohsen Fathi, Dr Akram Sanagoo, Dr Leila Jouybari, Marzieh Yazarloo, Dr Hamid Sharif Nia ,
Volume 12, Issue 3 (2-2016)
Abstract
Background and Objective: Patients with life threatening diseases have to deal with the death issue. One of the common psychological problem is anxiety esp. death anxiety . This study aimed to determine the level of death anxiety in hemodialysis patients.
Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on all 150 patients admitted to Panj-azar teaching hospital for hemodialysis, 2013. The data was collected by demographic checklist and Templer Death Anxiety questionnaire scoring 0 to 15 (0-6 for low, 7-9 for moderate and 10-15 for high anxiety). We analyzed the data by independent t-test, ANOVA and Pearson correlation coefficient (P<0.05).
Results: Twenty-four point seven percent of the patients had low , 10% average and 65.3% of them had high death anxiety. Average scores of death anxiety in men and in women were 8.21±4.82 and 11.95±3.81, respectively. The relationship of death anxiety with sex (P<0.001), employment status (P<0.001), and age (P<0.002) was significant.
Conclusion: Bases on the results, the death anxiety is high in more than half of the patients with hemodialysis.
Hossein Hatami, Omid Mozafari, Somayeh Zakeri, Fatemeh Kolangi,
Volume 17, Issue 0 (4-2020)
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Background: Just as breastfeeding is important, breastfeeding is one of the most important stages of mother and baby life. Disregard for this stage of a child's life can have profound effects on the physical and mental health of the child and even the mother. Anxiety, restlessness, weight loss, and disruption of the child's relationship to and trust in the mother are the most common.
Methods: This study was a descriptive review and the content of infant weaning in traditional Iranian medical literature was studied. For this purpose, 8 books were selected from the most prestigious sources of traditional Iranian written medicine and extracted and extracted from the lactation section on how to wean. Then the contents of each title from the extracted notes were put together. The texts were translated with difficult prose simplifications and Arabic texts were finally summarized by summarizing these titles.
Results: In ancient medical texts of Iran, the weaning of the baby from mother was reported. It was believed that the best time for a baby to breastfeed is about one year and nine months to two years of age. The best season is spring and then autumn and weaning are not recommended in the summer heat. Breastfeeding should be gradual and gradually replacing breast-feeding with age-appropriate foods. In the alternative food chain, they have recommended a range of suitable foods, including breadcrumbs, egg yolk with breast milk, chicken breast, and chicken salads. It should be noted when breastfeeding that the child does not become dehydrated, so it is advisable to consume sufficient fluids, including cucumber juice, buttermilk, and purslane juice, as well as preventive measures to be taken with henna on the palm of the hand and head. Breastfeeding with something bitter that does not harm the baby is another recommended procedure.
Conclusions: Studying Iranian traditional medicine texts and using the recommended wisdom (after updating them) along with the current methods used may help in better management of conditions such as in the phase of weaning breastfeeding With the least amount of physical and psychological damage Helps, with specialized recommendations for each individual, tailored to each season, appropriate foods and other harmless recommendations.
Hossein Hatami, Omid Mozafari, Somayeh Zakeri, Fatemeh Kolangi,
Volume 17, Issue 0 (4-2020)
Abstract
Background: since breastfeeding is an important phase, also weaning of mothers milk has special emphasis. Negligence during this stage of a child's life can have profound effects on the physical and mental health of the child and even the mother. Anxiety, restlessness, weight loss, and disruption of the child's relationship to mother and distrust are the most common.
Methods: This is a descriptive review study. The content of infant weaning in view point of Iranian traditional medical manuscripts was studied. For this purpose, 7 books were selected from the most prestigious sources of Iranian medicine and data were extracted from the lactation section on how to wean. Then the contents of each title from the extracted notes were put together. The texts with difficult prose were simplificated and Arabic texts were translated.
Results: In ancient medical texts of Iran, the weaning of the baby from mother was reported. It was believed that the best duration for a baby to breastfeed is about one year and nine months to two years of age. The best season for weaning is spring and then autumn. Weaning is not recommended during summer. Weaning should be donning gradually and breastfeeding should be replaced with age-appropriate foods. For auxiliary food Persian scholars have recommended a range of suitable foods, including breadcrumbs, egg yolk with breast milk and chicken breast. It should be noted during weaning the child does not become dehydrated, so it is advisable to consume sufficient fluids, including cucumber juice, buttermilk, and purslane extract, as well as locally preventive use of henna on the palm of the hand and head. Putting something bitter that was not harmful for baby is another recommendation.
Conclusions: Studying Iranian traditional medicine texts and using the recommended items (after updating them) along with the current methods, may help us for better management of weaning phase with the least physical and psychological damages, based on specialized and harmless recommendations for each individual and each season with appropriate food.
Mohammad Reza Mahmoudi, Parand Pourghane,
Volume 17, Issue 2 (4-2020)
Abstract
Background: Knowledge sharing ensures the distribution of the best business methods within organizations and Knowledge sharing are being applied to enhance nursing education curriculum. The aim of present study was to identifying solutions and barriers to knowledge sharing in Universities from the viewpoint of the faculty members. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 203 faculty members of Guilan University of Medical Sciences in 2017. Data was gathered using a questionnaire that measured the factors influencing the knowledge sharing behavior. The obtained data were analyzed in SPSS-21 software, using Pearson correlation. The significance level was set at P≤0.05.
Results: The most influential factor was organizational factors (Mean=2.91, SD= 0.33), and the most influential index was “dependency”, and the index with the lowest score, “innovation” was revealed to be an important barrier to knowledge sharing. “The perceived organizational motivations,” known as authorities’ inattention to the significance of knowledge sharing. No significant relationship was observed between the effective factors and variables such as gender, professional background, and educational level.
Conclusion: Identification of the solutions and barriers to knowledge sharing by the current study and their presentation to the authorities would remove the current barriers as much as possible leading to greater propagation of effective solutions to knowledge sharing for the promotion of organizations and society.
Yasaman Ahmadian , Tahmineh Dadkhahtehrani , Nafisehsadat Nekuei , Maryam Nasirian ,
Volume 21, Issue 1 (4-2024)
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Background: Mutual rights in the medical system have always been considered an important component of medical ethics. Observance of midwives' rights could affect the quality of their services. This study was conducted to determine the methods for improving the observance of midwives' rights from the perspective of midwives and related managers.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed on 346 midwives and 19 hospital managers in 9 hospitals in Isfahan (Iran) 2018 -2019. The sample was selected from the midwives using the census method and from the managers using the purposive method. Data were collected using a questionnaire containing demographic, managerial-organizational, and individual methods to improve the observance of midwives' rights. Findings were analyzed using descriptive/inferential statistics (T- test) in SPSS v. 18 software.
Results: Managerial-organizational and individual methods from the perspective of midwives and managers (total view) were not significantly different (P>0.05). The most important managerial-organizational method to improve the observance of midwives' rights included "increasing the level of awareness of midwifery staff about their rights and their recognition" with a mean and standard deviation (SD) of 4.32 ± 0.78, and one of the most important individual methods was to "improve work conscience" with a mean and SD of 4.35 ± 0.80.
Conclusion: Managerial-organizational and individual methods are important to increase the observance of midwives' rights in the hospital. In order to improve midwifery services and midwives' health, hospital managers must make the necessary efforts to increase the observance of midwives' rights by considering related factors.
Arvin Mirshahi , Betty Ferrell , Marie Bakitas ,
Volume 22, Issue 2 (6-2025)
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Palliative care (PC) has become essential for improving quality of life globally, yet Iran faces significant barriers, including limited policies, workforce shortages, and cultural misconceptions. Despite recent progress—such as establishing a national strategy and increasing medication access—service delivery remains limited, especially outside major cities. To address these gaps, the Student Scientific Research Center at Tehran University of Medical Sciences has initiated an international collaboration with the End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC), in partnership with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing and the Center for Palliative and Supportive Care at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), to expand interprofessional palliative care education in Iran.
Asieh Sadat Baniaghil , Kosar Amini , Naser Behnampour ,
Volume 22, Issue 3 (9-2025)
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Background: Domestic violence is a pervasive issue characterized by a pattern of coercive and controlling behaviors within an intimate relationship. While traditional gendered models often portray males as perpetrators and females as victims, this perspective oversimplifies the complex reality of intimate partner violence (IPV). Research indicates that domestic violence can affect individuals of any gender. Therefore, this study aims to examine domestic violence as it is experienced by both males and females.
Methods: This cross-sectional study investigated 240 cohabiting couples in Gorgan, northern Iran, in 2022. The researchers used a simple random sampling method, facilitated by R software (version 4.4.2) and the national electronic health information system, to identify eligible participants. Participants included females aged 20–49 and their husbands, all of whom had been married for at least two years. Data were collected via the online, self-administered Persian version of the Conflict Tactics Scale 2 (CTS2), which measures the following subscales of conflict: Psychological aggression, physical assault, sexual coercion, and injury. Data analysis included descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and qualitative statistics (frequency and percentage). The Kruskal-Wallis test was employed to compare mean scores between groups, with statistical significance set at P < 0.05.
Results: This study's findings revealed that 52.8% of couples (95% confidence interval [CI]: 40.72–58.45) experienced domestic violence. The research further specified the prevalence of various forms of violence as follows: Bilateral violence: 25% (95% CI: 19.48–30.52), male-to-female partner violence (MFPV): 19.58% (95% CI: 14.53–26.64), and female-to-male violence (FMPV): 7.5% (95% CI: 4.14–10.86). The most frequently reported types of abuse were psychological aggression (male: 5.0 ± 3.48; female: 5.07 ± 3.67) and sexual coercion (male: 2.71 ± 1.8; female: 2.93 ± 2.42).
Conclusion: The results of this study suggest that IPV can be perpetrated by any individual within a relationship, regardless of gender. Consequently, educational initiatives and screening programs should be developed to include both members of a couple, instead of being focused on a single individual. These findings can be utilized by healthcare professionals to develop more comprehensive prevention strategies and to enhance the effectiveness of existing screening protocols for IPV.
Abbas Ebadi, Hadis Ashrafizadeh, Leila Khanali Mojen, Somayeh Mirzaie, Zeynab Kazemzadeh, Parastoo Ariamloo, Maryam Rassouli, Jeannine M. Brant ,
Volume 22, Issue 3 (9-2025)
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Background: Iran’s health system continues to face challenges in nursing care quality, highlighting the need to improve nursing-sensitive indicators. This pilot study evaluated the feasibility of implementing the Magnet Hospital Recognition Program to enhance nursing care quality in six Iranian university-affiliated hospitals.
Methods: An action research design was carried out from 2022 to 2024 in six hospitals selected by predefined inclusion criteria. The study comprised three stages. In stage one, investigators used a validated gap-analysis questionnaire to assess existing nursing service processes across five Magnet dimensions and developed targeted improvement plans. Stage two involved implementing interventions, including specialized training courses, development of a nursing management portal and managerial dashboard, compilation of care indicators, facilitation of advanced qualification licensing for nurses, and establishment of a collaborative research committee with the nursing faculty. In the third stage, program monitoring was conducted through quarterly field visits and progress reports. All data were collected via the gap-analysis tool.
Results: At baseline (Stage one), all centers scored zero in most Magnet dimensions, prompting the design of specific improvement programs. During stage two, organizational overview initiatives empowered managers and updated the nursing management portal. Empirical outcomes advanced through training in the nursing process, pain and wound management, patient satisfaction measurement, and structured patient education and follow-up. Transformational leadership efforts delivered a managerial information dashboard and systematic indicator tracking. Structural empowerment was achieved via professional qualification programs, and innovation was fostered through a joint research committee and human-resource planning. Stage three monitoring revealed that most pilot hospitals had progressed to level 1 (Planning and development) and a minority to level 2 (Full implementation), demonstrating measurable advancement toward Magnet standards.
Conclusion: The Deputy of Nursing’s “Outstanding Hospital” initiative successfully piloted Magnet-based improvements, notably enhancing patient satisfaction and standard adoption. Continued focus on evidence-based practice, professional growth, and the integration of telenursing is recommended for broader implementation.
Elaheh Sadeghloo, Asieh Sadat Baniaghil , Gholamreza Roshandel , Maryam Ghelichli , Fatemeh Mehravar , Alireza Firozbakhsh ,
Volume 22, Issue 4 (12-2025)
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Background: Patients with oral and/or laryngeal carcinoma face challenges that can persistently impair their quality of life (QoL) even after treatment. This study aimed to investigate QoL impairment in patients with oral and laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma receiving treatment.
Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on 54 individuals with oral and laryngeal cancer through census sampling in 2022. Patients over 18 years old who had received treatment were included. Individuals experiencing recurrences or relapses and those receiving neoadjuvant therapy were excluded. The list of names and phone numbers of participants was obtained from the database of the Liver and Digestive Research Centre in Golestan Province, Iran. The study utilized the Persian version of the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire–Head and Neck 35, which the participants completed during phone interviews. Point prevalence (per 100,000) was reported with 95% confidence intervals, and QoL data were summarized as mean ± standard deviation (SD) and median (interquartile range, IQR).
Results: The point prevalence of oral and laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma in Golestan Province was 15.15 per 100,000, with significant variation across counties, ranging from 5.80 to 26.01. The mean QoL score for the participants was 68.20 ± 29.58. Overall, 38.9% of the participants reported normal QoL, while 22.2% and 38.9% reported mild and moderate impairment, respectively. Subdomains related to weight loss and feeling ill showed a severe decline in QoL. Meanwhile, issues such as dry mouth, sticky saliva, social contacts, swallowing, pain, taste/smell, social eating, teeth problems, and speech were associated with moderate QoL impairment.
Conclusion: The findings show that the QoL among individuals with a history of oral and laryngeal cancer was below the threshold. Most participants experienced mild to moderate QoL impairments. These results highlight the need for targeted interventions focused on improving QoL for affected individuals based on their symptoms and signs.
Michael Alaghi , Mohammad Aref Kor , Maryam Maleka , Ali Moradi , Hamideh Feghhi , Fatemeh Mehravar ,
Volume 23, Issue 1 (5-2026)
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Background: Nurses' perceptions of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in Iranian hospitals remain underexplored, particularly where formal CSR education is limited for academic nurses. Nurses' understanding of CSR-as conceptualized by Carroll's pyramid encompassing economic, legal, ethical, and philanthropic responsibilities-is crucial as they translate organizational commitments into patient care quality and safety. This study examined nurses’ perceptions of CSR and the associated factors.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in 2025 among 309 nurses from 12 hospitals affiliated with Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Iran. Participants were selected using stratified proportional sampling by hospital size with convenience sampling within strata. Organizational-level CSR was assessed using Carroll's CSR questionnaire (20 items; Cronbach's α=0.89; four dimensions; 5-point Likert scale, score range: 20-100). Associations between CSR scores and demographic factors (Age, gender, marital status, education, and ethnicity) and occupational factors (Work experience, clinical unit, and job title) were analyzed using SPSS version 26.0. Group differences were examined using one-way ANOVA, and multiple linear regression was used to identify factors independently associated with total CSR scores.
Results: The mean total CSR score was 72.39 ± 13.22 (Economic: 17.32 ± 3.67; legal: 18.68 ± 3.56; ethical: 18.35 ± 3.74; philanthropic: 18.04 ± 4.37). Significant associations were found with marital status (p=0.024, higher in single nurses), clinical unit (p=0.006, lowest in orthopedic, highest in dialysis/management units), and a weak negative correlation with age (r= -0.132, p=0.020) and work experience (r=-0.116, p=0.041). Multiple linear regression showed that marital status was independently associated with CSR scores (β = 0.120, p = 0.032). Compared with nurses in internal–surgical units, those working in orthopedic (β = -0.223, p < 0.001), emergency (β = -0.135, p = 0.040), and neonatal units (β = -0.113, p = 0.037) had significantly lower CSR scores. The model explained 12.1% of variance (adjusted R² = 0.121)
Conclusion: Nurses in hospitals demonstrated generally positive perceptions of corporate social responsibility. These perceptions were influenced more strongly by workplace factors-particularly the type of clinical unit-than by personal demographic characteristics. Improving organizational conditions and promoting ethical leadership may further enhance CSR awareness, professional performance, and the quality of patient care.
