Background & Aims: Mindfulness-based interventions are one of the third generation or the third wave cognitive-behavioral therapies, which has its roots in Buddhism. In other words, these interventions are considered a kind of meditation and can reduce stress. The clinical self-efficacy of nursing students will enhance their ability to learn nursing concepts and skills. Therefore, the present study aimed to determine the effect of mindfulness-based education on the students’ clinical self-efficacy. Methods: This quasi-experimental study had a sample size of 46 cases who were randomly selected from nursing students of Boukan Nursing School and divided into two groups of control and intervention. The data were collected using a self-efficacy clinical questionnaire for the nursing students. The intervention was carried out based on the guidelines of Kabat-Zinn mindfulness sessions. Data were analyzed in SPSS software (version 20) through descriptive tests and t-test. Results: The study revealed that the mean±SD scores of the students’ self-efficacy after the intervention were 79.92±13.61 and 64.78±16.02 in the intervention and control groups, respectively, which shows a statistically significant difference between these two groups (P<0.001). Moreover, the mean scores of the students’ self-efficacy in the intervention group increased from 66.71±15.01 to 79.92±13.61 (P<0.001). Conclusion: The attendance of nursing students in mindfulness-based courses and workshops has a significant impact on increasing their clinical self-efficacy. Therefore, not only do these training courses advance the level of self-efficacy in students, but also they improve the provision of medical care provided to the patients.
Background & Aims: Although hip joint replacement is one of the most successful orthopedic surgeries and is referred to as the operation of the century, the rehabilitation period after this surgery is usually lengthy and can affect the physical and mental health of the patients. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of self-care training using the educational booklet on the physical and mental health of the patients undergoing hip joint replacement surgery. Methods: In this randomized controlled clinical trial, 60 patients were selected using convenience sampling method from those who had referred to two selected hospitals of Iran University of Medical Sciences during 2016 and were divided into experimental (n=30) and control (n=30) groups. Data were collected using demographic characteristics form and SF-36 Quality of Life Questionnaire. At the beginning of the study, the demographic characteristics forms were completed by the study participants. Afterward, the patients in the experimental group were given self-care training using an educational booklet. The training was completed in 5 sessions, and each session lasted 30-45 minutes. The SF-36 Quality of Life Questionnaire was completed by the participants on the day of discharge and eight weeks later when they visited the clinic again. Data were analyzed using SPSS software (version 20) through descriptive statistics (i.e. frequency, frequency percentage, and mean±SD) and inferential statistics (i.e. Chi-square, Wilcoxon, and Mann-Whitney tests). Results: In general, a significant increase was observed in the mean scores of physical and mental health in both groups two months after the discharge, compared to those obtained at the time of discharge (P<0.05). However, the extent of differences in scores was different in the two groups. The changes in the physical and mental health scores during the discharge and two months later in the experimental group were estimated at 17.33±9.78 and 27.69±12.47, respectively. However, the changes in the physical and mental health scores during the discharge and two months later in the control group were obtained at 5.29±9.45 and 5.49±14.72. Comparison of mean scores of changes in both groups revealed that there was a significant increase in the mean scores of physical and mental health in the experimental group, compared to the controls (P<0.001). Conclusion: Based on the results, the adoption of self-care training using the educational booklet promoted the physical and mental health of the patients who had undergone hip joint replacement surgery. Therefore, it is suggested that this training method should be used more frequently in the educational programs of patients who undergo hip replacement surgery. Moreover, future researches should examine the effectiveness of novel educational methods, such as education using social networks
Due to the constant need for research to develop new and effective antiviral agents, medicinal plants can be a very good tool for the discovery and production of antiviral drugs. Extensive studies have been conducted in this field so far. Nurses, as one of the most important members of the health care team in COVID19 diseases, can play an important role in preventing the excessive and excessive consumption of medicinal plants prescribed by non-specialists.The importance of topics such as the interaction of active ingredients in medicinal plants with the routine treatments and even the precautions of their use with many underlying diseases, can be taught through nurses. On the other hand, by educating and using medicinal plants in the form of clinical trials and under the supervision of specialized physicians, it can be helpful to identify effective medicinal plants and new medicinal sources.
Background & Objective: Polycystic ovary syndrome is the most common endocrine disorder in women. Multiple-drug treatments and prolonged treatments often cause patients to discontinue the treatment. Considering the side-effects of chemical drugs, the present study aimed to investigate the effects of the combination of cumin and fennel extract on the clinical symptoms of women with polycystic ovary syndrome. Materials and Methods: This clinical trial was conducted on 70 patients with polycystic ovary syndrome, who were selected randomly from the patients referring to the teaching hospitals in Shahrekord, Iran. The patients were randomly divided into two groups of intervention and control. The intervention group received capsules containing fennel and black cumin, and the control group received placebo twice per day for four months. Before and after the intervention, the clinical symptoms of the subjects were evaluated in both groups. Data analysis was performed in SPSS. Results: In the intervention group, a significant reduction was observed in hirsutism, while the menstrual duration increased compared to the control group (P 0.05). Conclusion: According to the results, the combination of fennel and cumin extract could effectively improve the clinical symptoms of the patients with polycystic ovary syndrome. Therefore, the herbal mixture could be used as a non-toxic medication for the treatment of these patients. Keywords: Cumin, Fennel, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Clinical Symptoms
