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Clinical Validation of the Nursing Diagnosis Spiritual Distress in Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy
ConclusionsThe diagnosis was validated. Cancer patients in spiritual distress are in a state of suffering related to lack of meaning in life. Implications for PracticeSensitive diagnosis tools and language are required for nurses to make accurate judgments in situations of spiritual distress. Validation in different contexts would increase the clinical evidence of this diagnosis. ObjetivoValidar o diagnóstico de enfermagem angústia espiritual em pacientes com cancro. MétodosEstudo transversal, segundo o modelo de validação clínica de Richard Fehring. ResultadosA prevalência foi de 40.8% em 170 pacientes. Um total d...
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - April 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Sílvia Caldeira, Fiona Timmins, Emília Campos Carvalho, Margarida Vieira Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Caring for Residents of Eldercare Facilities: A Concept Analysis
ConclusionThe findings explicate the core components of caring in facilities that provide care for elders. ImplicationsThe metaphor of an axle and wheel can guide caregivers in delivering effective care as the demand for improved well‐being of residents of eldercare facilities increases. (Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications)
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - April 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Huei‐lih Hwang Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Capturing Key NANDA‐I Nursing Diagnoses From Actual Clinical Data for Patients With Heart Failure
ConclusionFurther research related to standardized nursing terminologies such as NANDA‐I using large clinical databases from health information systems is needed to support evidence‐based nursing diagnosis decision making. (Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications)
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - April 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Hyejin Park, Denise A. Tucker Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Perceptions and Attitudes Toward NANDA‐I Nursing Diagnoses: A Cross‐Sectional Study of Jordanian Nursing Students
ConclusionsNursing students showed correct perceptions and positive attitudes toward the application of NANDA‐I. Practice ImplicationsProper implementation of NANDA‐I is a prerequisite to the better understanding of nursing language. (Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications)
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - April 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Mona Abed El‐Rahman, Mahmoud T. Al Kalaldeh, Malakeh Z. Malak Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

An Integrative Literature Review of the Factors That Contribute to Professional Nurses and Midwives Making Sound Clinical Decisions
ConclusionsUnderstanding the role of the factors influencing clinical decision making will help to improve patient and health outcomes. Practice ImplicationsFurther understanding about the extent of the impact some factors have on clinical decision making is needed. (Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications)
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - April 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Wilma Ham, Esmeralda J. Ricks, Dalena Rooyen, Portia J. Jordan Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Agreement Between Experts Regarding Assessment of Postoperative Urinary Elimination Nursing Outcomes in Elderly Patients
This study aims to verify the interrater reliability for indicators of the Nursing Outcomes Classification of urinary elimination. MethodsA total of 103 elderly postoperative patients were followed by two nurses with specialized training in medical‐surgical and gerontological nursing. FindingsThe agreement of evaluators was based on interpretation of the Krippendorff's alpha coefficient, for complete emptying of the bladder (.928) and presence of leukocytes (.885). The amount of urine (.262), density (.425), and urinary frequency (.307) had the lowest rates of agreement. Implications for Nursing PracticeAnalysis of urina...
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - April 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Graziele Ribeiro Bitencourt, Luise de Almeida Ferreira Alves, Rosimere Ferreira Santana, Marcos Venicios de Oliveira Lopes Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Comparison of Indirect Nursing Interventions Performed by Korean and U.S. Nurses Using the Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) System
ConclusionsIn general, Korean nurses spent less time performing indirect interventions than did U.S. nurses. ImplicationInformation from this study will help nurse administrators in their decision‐making processes regarding managing units and staffing. (Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications)
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - April 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Eunjoo Lee, Hyejin Park Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Reliability and Validity of the Intensive Care Delirium Screening Checklist in Turkish
ConclusionThe findings showed that the sensitivity and specificity of the ICDSC are high for Turkish patients. Implications for Nursing PracticeThe ICDSC provides fast and effective evaluations of the patients for delirium. So, ICDSC may be easily integrated into routine nursing practice. AmaçYoğun Bakım Deliryum Kontrol Ölçeği (YBDKÖ)'nin Türkiye için geçerlik ve güvenirliğinin belirlenmesidir. MethodKesitsel çalışma dizaynının kullanıldığı bu çalışmada, yoğun bakımda 24 saatten uzun süreli kalan 59 hasta araştırmaya dahil edilmiştir. BulgularCronbach alfa katsayısı, yüksek iç tutarlıl�...
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - March 31, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Gulsah Kose, Abdullah Bolu, Leyla Ozdemir, Cengizhan Acikel, Sevgi Hatipolu Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Nursing Outcomes for the Diagnosis Impaired Tissue Integrity (00044) in Adults With Pressure Ulcer
ConclusionsThe NOCs validated may identify the effectiveness, impact, and quality of interventions, making it possible to maintain or change the care planning of PU patients. Implications for Nursing PracticeThis work may serve to contribute to the future development of NOC, making it possible to evaluate the outcomes of PU patients in terms of the interventions performed in nursing practice. ObjetivoO estudo tem como objetivo validar os resultados de enfermagem da Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC) relacionados ao diagnóstico de enfermagem Integridade Tissular Prejudicada (00044) em adultos com úlcera por pressão (...
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - March 25, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Luciana Nabinger Menna Barreto, Elizabeth A. Swanson, Miriam de Abreu Almeida Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Professionalism in Iranian Nursing: Concept Analysis
ConclusionsGiven that the process of professionalism in nursing may have positive outcomes for the nurse, the nursing profession, and the health system of the community, these items have been attended to. Implications for Nursing PracticeThe present concept analysis can open the way to conducting more extensive research and devising tools to identify the barriers, facilitators, and administrative arrangements by clarifying the concept. (Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications)
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - March 17, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Ali Dehghani, Mahvash Salsali, Mohammad Ali Cheraghi Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Adaptation of the Sexual Adjustment and Body Image Scale in Turkish Breast Cancer Women
ConclusionThe scale is a valid and reliable tool to evaluate sexual adjustment and body image in Turkish breast cancer women. AmaçMeme kanseri tanısı konulan Türk kadınlarında Cinsel Uyum ve Beden İmajı Ölçeği'nin geçerlilik ve güvenirliğini incelemektir. MethotBu çalışma 161 meme kanserli kadın ile kesitsel ve metadolojik tipte yapılmıştır. BulgularAçıklayıcı faktör analizinde faktör yükleri cinsel uyum ölçeğinde 0.83 ile 0.90, beden imajı ölçeğinde ise 0.52 ile 0.86 arasında değişmektedir. Cinsel uyum ölçeğinin alt boyut cronbach alfa değerleri 0.86, 0.83, 089 iken beden imajı...
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - March 17, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Figen Erol Ursavaş, Özgül Karayurt Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Case Study: Community Nursing Care Plan for a Man With Functional and Psychosocial Problems Following a Stroke
ConclusionsPsychosocial problems complicate the management of a patient with functional consequences after a stroke. This fact has high impact on people who are going through this process. (Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications)
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - March 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Pedro Ruyman Brito‐Brito, Domingo Angel Fernandez‐Gutierrez, , Hilary M. Smith Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Diabetes‐Specific Quality of Life of Korean Children and Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes
ConclusionFurther research is needed in children with type 1 diabetes in countries where this disease is rare, and governmental support and public awareness are limited. (Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications)
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - March 4, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Sunjoo Boo, Youngmee Ahn, Ji Eun Lee, Narae Kang, Heesook Kang, Min Sohn Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Latino Adolescent Perspectives Toward Sexually Transmitted Infection Educational Programs
ConclusionThe findings of this study enhance the understanding of STIs, sexual behaviors, and essential components of an effective STI educational program as perceived by Latino adolescents. Implications for Nursing PracticeIt is essential for nurses to provide accurate information about STIs and safe sex to help decrease the transmission of STIs. (Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications)
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - January 30, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Young Me Lee, Elizabeth Florez, Karyn Holm, Jessica Horwitz, Rachel Waters Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Psychometric Testing of the Spanish Version of the Pain Level Outcome Scale in Hospitalized Patients With Acute Pain
ConclusionsThe version with 17 indicators shows good psychometric properties and adequate sensitivity to change. A Spanish version of the Pain Level Outcome Scale with 17 indicators is proposed as a structured multidimensional instrument to help nurses choose the most appropriate indicators for assessing patients’ pain. (Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications)
Source: International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications - January 22, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: José C. Bellido‐Vallejo, María C. Rodríguez‐Torres, Isabel M. López‐Medina, Pedro L. Pancorbo‐Hidalgo Tags: Original Article Source Type: research