Relationship between cultural intelligence and career and work adaptability in nursing students.

Objectives: To investigate the relationship between cultural intelligence and career and work adaptability among nursing students. METHODS: The descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted at Kilis 7 Aralik University Nursing Department in Turkey from April to May 2019, and comprised nursing students of either gender. Data was gathered using Cultural Intelligence Scale and Career and Work Adaptability Questionnaire. Data was analysed using SPSS24. RESULTS: Of the 277 subjects, 162(58.5%) were females and 115(41.5%) were males. The overall mean age was 21.21±1.81 years. The mean Cultural Intelligence Scale score was 95.17±18.16. The mean Career and Work Adaptability Questionnaire score was 115.69±19.38. There was a positive correlation between the total scores and subscale scores of both the scales (r=598, p<0.001). The student's father's occupation, desire to work overseas, feeling like a good fit for nursing, and feeling prepared for professional life significantly affected cultural intelligence (p<0.05). The student's father's occupation significantly affected career and work adaptability (p=0.001). Conclusion: There was a positive correlation between the total scores and subscale scores of Cultural Intelligence Scale and Career and Work Adaptability Questionnaire.

Correlation between cultural competence, xenophobia, and attitudes towards brain drain in nursing students.

This study aimed to determine the correlation between cultural competence, xenophobia, and attitudes to brain drain in nursing students. Individuals with high levels of intercultural competence have more successful social and emotional interactions with people from various cultural backgrounds. A cross-sectional and correlational design was used. This study was conducted on 473 nursing students from two different provinces neighboring the Syrian border between October 28th and December 28th, 2021. An information form and nurse cultural competence, xenophobia, and attitude scales for brain drain were used to collect data. A negative nonsignificant correlation between cultural competence and xenophobia and a positive nonsignificant correlation between cultural competence and attitude towards brain drain were found. The students had high levels of cultural competence and positive attitudes towards brain drain, and a moderate level of xenophobia. Socio-demographic characteristics affected cultural competence, xenophobia, and attitudes towards brain drain.

Nurses' spirituality and resilience during the month of Ramadan.

OBJECTIVE: To examine the relationship between spirituality and resilience among nurses during Ramadan. Methods: The cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted at a state hospital in Turkey in May and June 2019, which coincided with the fasting month of Ramadan. The sample comprised nurses of either gender. Data was collected using a socio-demographic instrument, the Spirituality and Spiritual Care Rating Scale and the Resilience in Midlife Scale. Data was analysed using SPSS 24. RESULTS: Of the 207 nurses, 145(70%) were female and 62(30) were male. Most of the nurses were aged 25-29 years 88(42.5%). Also, 86(41.5%) were married and 167(80.7%) had university education. Age affected religiosity (p=0.038), and there was a positive correlation of resilience with the spiritual care subscale and the spirituality total score (p<0.05). Besides, education status affected resilience (p=0.042). Conclusion: In order to increase spirituality among nurses, information should be provided during their education and training programmes about the importance of spirituality.

Life satisfaction and difficulties experienced by the family members of individuals with thalassemia.

AIM: This study aimed to examine the life satisfaction and difficulties experienced by the family members of individuals with thalassemia. DESIGN: This study design is mix-method research. This research adheres to the COREQ guidelines and checklist. METHODS: The research was conducted in the Blood Diseases Polyclinic of a state hospital in a Mediterranean city in Turkey between February 2022 and April 2022. RESULTS: The mean life satisfaction scale score was 11.18 ± 5.13, and a negative correlation was found between the mother's age and life satisfaction score (r = -0.438; p = 0.042, p < 0.05). Qualitative analysis of the experiences of the family members of individuals with thalassemia yielded 10 themes.

Effect of organizational silence on the job satisfaction and performance levels of nurses.

DESIGN AND METHOD: This is a descriptive and cross-sectional study conducted with 671 nurses at 4 hospitals in a province of Turkey. The data were collected using a questionnaire form, the Organizational Silence Scale, the Performance Scale, and the Minnesota Satisfaction Questionnaire. FINDINGS: In this study, it was determined that staying silent affected the job satisfaction and performance of nurses. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: This result may be effective in developing methods to solve the issue of organizational silence, and therefore increasing nurses' levels of job satisfaction and performance.

A Qualitative Study of the Experiences of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use in Patients With IBS-C.

The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among patients with constipation irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C). This qualitative study consisted of a total of 30 patients who were admitted to a university hospital in Turkey. Data were collected using a descriptive questionnaire and a semistructured interview. Data analysis identified 5 main themes: (1) the constipation-associated difficulties experienced because of IBS; (2) the feeling that CAM is natural and useful; (3) the effect of environmental stimuli in preferring the use of CAM; (4) the feeling that CAM is not negative and relieves symptoms; and (5) suggesting the use of CAM. In conclusion, it was determined that all the patients with IBS-C used various CAM methods. It may be recommended that health care professionals should raise awareness among patients about CAM methods that may be useful.

A Qualitative Study of the Experiences of Complementary and Alternative Medicine of Patients With IBS-C.

The aim of this study was to examine the complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) experiences of patients with constipation irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C). This qualitative study consisted of a total of 30 patients, who were admitted to a university hospital in Turkey. Data were collected using a descriptive questionnaire and a semistructured interview. Data analysis identified 5 main themes: (1) constipation-related difficulties experienced due to IBS, (2) the feeling that the CAM use is natural and useful, (3) the effect of the environmental stimuli in preferring the use of CAM, (4) the feeling that CAM is not negative and relieves, and (5) suggesting the CAM use. In conclusion, it was determined that all the patients with constipation IBS used various CAM methods. It may be recommended to raise the awareness of the patients by health care professionals about the CAM methods that may be useful.

Nurses' Experiences in a Turkish Internal Medicine Clinic With Syrian Refugees.

INTRODUCTION: The increasing flow of Syrian refugees to Turkey, coupled with their extended stay, highlights the need for culturally competent health care, which includes nursing interventions. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to describe the experiences of nurses who provide care for Syrian refugees in internal medicine clinics in a hospital located in Turkey. METHOD: This descriptive study was based on qualitative content analysis using an inductive approach and involved discovery and description of the data. The study sample consisted of 10 nurses who work at the internal medicine clinic of a State Hospital in Turkey. Data were collected using semistructured interviews. RESULTS: Three themes with related subthemes were derived from the data. Nurses who participated in the study experienced: (a) Nurses found communicating with Syrian refugees and their families difficult in the clinic. (b) Nurses observed and experienced differences and similarities in caring for Turkish and Syrian patients. (c) Nurses expressed and displayed compassion toward Syrian refugees during the caring process. CONCLUSION: In order for nurses to provide the best care for Syrian refugee patients, it is important to identify cultural caring behaviors observed by nurses in the promotion of culturally congruent nursing and health care.

The Relationship Between Cultural Sensitivity and Assertiveness in Nursing Students from Turkey.

BACKGROUND: As foreigners live in and visit Turkey for various reasons, it is essential to provide culturally appropriate health care. PURPOSE: This study was conducted to determine the relationship between cultural sensitivity and assertiveness in university nursing students. METHOD: This descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted at two universities in the cities of Kilis and Elazig, Turkey. The study sample consisted of 444 nursing students. Data collection tools included a questionnaire about participant sociodemographic characteristics, Chen and Starosta's Intercultural Sensitivity Scale, and the Rathus Assertiveness Scale. RESULTS: The mean age of participants was 21.09 years. Most students (71.6%) were female and 34.7% of the students stayed at the hostel. Of the students, 44.4%, 27.5%, and 28.2% attended were the second-, third-, and fourth-year students, respectively. Participants were asked about problems related to caring for patients who speak different languages. The mean score for the Intercultural Sensitivity Scale was 89.42 ± 13.55 and the total score for all students for the Assertiveness Scale was 112.64 ± 15.61. We identified a positive relationship between total scores for the Intercultural Sensitivity Scale and the Assertiveness Scale ( p < .001). There was relationship between cultural sensitivity and gender and want to work overseas; assertiveness and year of nursing education and want to work overseas. CONCLUSIONS: Nursing students at both schools had a moderate level of cultural sensitivity and assertiveness. It has been determined that as assertiveness level of the students increased, intercultural sensitivity of them also increased. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: Consequently, it is concluded that training as assertive and self-confident individuals during the nursing education of students has a contribution to making patient-specific and culture-sensitive care.

Expectations of relatives of Syrian patients in intensive care units in a state hospital in Turkey.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: The purpose of the study was to describe the personal experiences of relatives of Syrian patients in the intensive care unit in one hospital in Turkey. BACKGROUND: The concept of the intensive care unit can be particularly frightening for family members. Current recommendations for training Intensive care unit nurses should support a holistic approach to patient (and family) care, including explanations at a level that families can easily understand and allowing family members to see the patient at regular intervals. DESIGN: This qualitative study was conducted between June and August 2014 and included a study sample of 30 Syrian family members related to patients receiving treatment at a state hospital intensive care unit in Turkey. METHODS: Data were collected by semi-structured interviews. We used percentages to represent descriptive data and conducted qualitative content analysis. RESULTS: Following data analysis, six themes arose: (1) communication-related difficulties, (2) difficulties receiving information regarding the patient's condition, (3) difficulties meeting personal needs, (4) difficulties communicating with other family members, (5) difficulties receiving support from other family members, and (6) unmet expectations from nurses and hospital administration. CONCLUSIONS: Syrian patient's relatives receiving treatment in an intensive care unit in Turkey experienced communication difficulties in terms of receiving information from health care personnel, informing other family members, receiving social support from other family members, and having various unmet expectations from nurses and hospital administration. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE: The results of this study can be used to develop guidelines and predictions for scenarios that are likely to arise for patients' relatives from foreign countries who arrive to support patients who receive healthcare services in our increasingly global world.

The relationship between cultural sensitivity and perceived stress among nurses working with foreign patients.

AIM AND OBJECTIVES: To determine the relationship between cultural sensitivity and perceived stress of nurses working at Kilis State Hospital. BACKGROUND: As foreigners live in and visit Turkey for various reasons, it is essential to provide culturally appropriate healthcare. DESIGN: Descriptive and cross-sectional design. METHODS: This study was implemented at the State Hospital in Kilis on the southeast border of Turkey, between June-July 2014. The study sample consisted of 120 nurses. Data collection tools included a questionnaire about the socio-demographic and professional characteristics of participants, the Chen and Starosta's Intercultural Sensitivity Scale, and Perceived Stress Scale. RESULTS: The average score for nurse cultural sensitivity was 84·32 (SD, 11·40) and the average score for perceived stress was 27·97 (SD, 7·32), corresponding to a medium level. We identified negative correlation between cultural sensitivity and perceived stress. CONCLUSIONS: Nurses working at Kilis State Hospital have a medium level of cultural sensitivity and perceived stress, and cultural sensitivity tended to be affected by perceived stress. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE: This study suggests that training programmes for cultural sensitivity and stress management should be available for nurses. Furthermore, patient care plans should be adapted to consider different cultural backgrounds of patients. These findings should be considered when designing nurses' education and continuing education programmes.

Cardiac risk factors and quality of life in patients with coronary artery disease.

AIMS: The study aimed to determine the quality of life and the relationship between cardiac risk factors and the quality of life in subjects diagnosed with coronary artery disease. BACKGROUND: Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of adult deaths. The main goal of the therapy is to stop the progression of atherosclerotic coronary disease, ensure its regression and protect individuals from possible complications, increase quality of life and survival period by providing optimal physical, psychological and social conditions. DESIGN AND METHOD: The sample population was 270 outpatients who were diagnosed Coronary artery disease at the Cardiology Policlinics of State Hospital during 21 May-20 July 2007. Socio-demographic information and risk factors were inquired during the period of data collection with two forms as the 'Demographic Characteristics Questionnaire' and 'Mac New Quality of Life Scale'. RESULTS: According to the results of the study, it was found that 22.2% of the patients were under the age of risk group, 27.8% had diabetes, 47.5% had hypertension, 36.7% were smokers, and 40.7% had hyperlipidemia. It was established that 31.1% had four risk factors, no patients were risk-free, and the mean number of risk factors was 3.7 (SD 1.28). For the scores of the quality of life scale domains of the patients, the physical field, emotional field, social field and total quality were estimated to be 60.85, 69.34, 68.31 and 130.42, respectively. CONCLUSIONS: It was found that there was a negatively statistically significant relation between the quality of life and hypertension and early familial Coronary artery disease history and that quality of life declined as the risk factors increased. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE: Risk-factor modification and organisation of training programmes with ensured participation of patients and their relatives are of critical importance in improving their quality of life.