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  1. Article ; Online: An Integrative Review on Knowledge and Attitudes of Nurses Toward Palliative Care: Implications for Practice.

    Achora, Susan / Labrague, Leodoro Jabien

    Journal of hospice and palliative nursing : JHPN : the official journal of the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association

    2019  Volume 21, Issue 1, Page(s) 29–37

    Abstract: To effectively participate in provision of palliative care, nurses need to possess a combination of knowledge, skills, and positive attitudes in equal measure in a way that is sensitive and meaningful and in a dynamic manner. The aim of this review was ... ...

    Abstract To effectively participate in provision of palliative care, nurses need to possess a combination of knowledge, skills, and positive attitudes in equal measure in a way that is sensitive and meaningful and in a dynamic manner. The aim of this review was to examine nurses' knowledge and attitudes about palliative care, to identify gaps to improve care of patients and families facing death. An integrative review method guided this review. After implementation of a search strategy, data from 26 studies were analyzed and synthesized. The Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool was used to assess the methodological quality of the studies. Data were extracted using a common table, and themes were generated from the available peer-reviewed studies using narrative synthesis. Findings revealed knowledge deficit but favorable attitudes toward palliative care among nurses. Education and the clinical experience of nurses in palliative care influenced their knowledge and attitudes toward palliative care. There is a need for mandatory inclusion of basic palliative care content in nursing school curricula and more in-depth postgraduate curricula. In clinical practice, there is a need to reinforce palliative care education by creating expert nurse support networks to model excellence in palliative care.
    MeSH term(s) Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice ; Humans ; Nurses/psychology ; Palliative Care/methods ; Palliative Care/psychology ; Palliative Care/standards
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-01-03
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2070862-2
    ISSN 1539-0705 ; 1522-2179
    ISSN (online) 1539-0705
    ISSN 1522-2179
    DOI 10.1097/NJH.0000000000000481
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  2. Article: Disaster Preparedness: Need for inclusion in undergraduate nursing education.

    Achora, Susan / Kamanyire, Joy K

    Sultan Qaboos University medical journal

    2016  Volume 16, Issue 1, Page(s) e15–9

    Abstract: With the increasing global frequency of disasters, the call for disaster preparedness training needs to be reinforced. Nurses form the largest group of the healthcare workforce and are often on the frontline in disaster management. Therefore, nurses ... ...

    Abstract With the increasing global frequency of disasters, the call for disaster preparedness training needs to be reinforced. Nurses form the largest group of the healthcare workforce and are often on the frontline in disaster management. Therefore, nurses should be adequately equipped with the knowledge and skills to respond to disasters, starting from their pre-service training to their in-service professional training. However, the inclusion of disaster preparedness education in undergraduate nursing curricula is minimal in most countries. The purpose of this article is to highlight the current state of nursing education and training in disaster management, both generally and in Oman. The significance of disaster preparedness training and recommendations for its inclusion in nursing practice and education are also discussed.
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2016-02
    Publishing country Oman
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2650196-X
    ISSN 2075-0528 ; 2075-051X
    ISSN (online) 2075-0528
    ISSN 2075-051X
    DOI 10.18295/squmj.2016.16.01.004
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  3. Article: Essential methodological considerations when using grounded theory.

    Achora, Susan / Matua, Gerald Amandu

    Nurse researcher

    2016  Volume 23, Issue 6, Page(s) 31–36

    Abstract: Aim: To suggest important methodological considerations when using grounded theory.: Background: A research method widely used in nursing research is grounded theory, at the centre of which is theory construction. However, researchers still struggle ... ...

    Abstract Aim: To suggest important methodological considerations when using grounded theory.
    Background: A research method widely used in nursing research is grounded theory, at the centre of which is theory construction. However, researchers still struggle with some of its methodological issues.
    Discussion: Although grounded theory is widely used to study and explain issues in nursing practice, many researchers are still failing to adhere to its rigorous standards. Researchers should articulate the focus of their investigations - the substantive area of interest as well as the focal population. This should be followed by a succinct explanation of the strategies used to collect and analyse data, supported by clear coding processes. Finally, the resolution of the core issues, including the core category and related categories, should be explained to advance readers' understanding.
    Conclusion: Researchers should endeavour to understand the tenets of grounded theory. This enables 'neophytes' in particular to make methodological decisions that will improve their studies' rigour and fit with grounded theory.
    Implications for practice: This paper complements the current dialogue on improving the understanding of grounded theory methodology in nursing research. The paper also suggests important procedural decisions researchers need to make to preserve their studies' scientific merit and fit with grounded theory.
    MeSH term(s) Grounded Theory ; Nursing Research
    Language English
    Publishing date 2016-07
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1212516-7
    ISSN 2047-8992 ; 1351-5578
    ISSN (online) 2047-8992
    ISSN 1351-5578
    DOI 10.7748/nr.2016.e1409
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  4. Article: A Call for More Diploma Nurses to Attain a Baccalaureate Degree: Advancing the nursing profession in Oman.

    Kamanyire, Joy K / Achora, Susan

    Sultan Qaboos University medical journal

    2015  Volume 15, Issue 3, Page(s) e322–6

    Abstract: The healthcare needs of the Omani population are evolving, particularly with regards to changes in disease complexity, advances in technology and the enhanced delivery of healthcare services. Nurses now need to adapt to a fundamental shift in the ... ...

    Abstract The healthcare needs of the Omani population are evolving, particularly with regards to changes in disease complexity, advances in technology and the enhanced delivery of healthcare services. Nurses now need to adapt to a fundamental shift in the provision of patient-centred care. In line with lifelong learning goals, registered nurses in Oman at the diploma level should seek to obtain a more advanced qualification, for instance a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, to ensure they possess the requisite skills and knowledge to keep abreast of new developments in healthcare management. Challenges involved in this transition and suggestions to overcome these potential obstacles are discussed in this article in order to inform nursing education stakeholders. Recommendations to ensure the success of bridging programmes are also suggested.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2015-08
    Publishing country Oman
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2650196-X
    ISSN 2075-0528 ; 2075-051X
    ISSN (online) 2075-0528
    ISSN 2075-051X
    DOI 10.18295/squmj.2015.15.03.004
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  5. Article ; Online: Nursing Students' Perceived Disaster Preparedness and Response: Pilot study in Oman.

    Kamanyire, Joy K / Wesonga, Ronald / Achora, Susan / Labrague, Leodoro L / Malik, Anju / Alshaqsi, Sultan / Alhabsi, Jamila A S

    Sultan Qaboos University medical journal

    2021  Volume 21, Issue 4, Page(s) 621–625

    Abstract: Objectives: This study aimed to assess the perceived level of disaster preparedness and response among nursing students in Oman, as the country is disaster prone and experiences disasters every three to five years.: Methods: A descriptive cross- ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: This study aimed to assess the perceived level of disaster preparedness and response among nursing students in Oman, as the country is disaster prone and experiences disasters every three to five years.
    Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional pilot study was conducted from May to June 2019 using a stratified cluster sampling method among nursing students recruited from two government nursing colleges in Muscat, Oman. The Disaster Preparedness Evaluation Tool and Disaster Response Self-Efficacy Scale were used to assess the knowledge, skill, disaster management and self-efficacy in handling disasters.
    Results: A total of 51 students participated in this study. Most students (78.4%) had experienced a disaster while at home. Overall, the students had moderate levels of knowledge (3.17 ± 1.49), skill (3.12 ± 1.52), post-disaster management (3.22 ± 1.44) and self efficacy in responding to disaster (2.93 ± 1.16).
    Conclusion: Nursing students in Oman have experienced disasters and are willing to respond when called upon though they possess moderate knowledge and confidence in handling disasters.
    MeSH term(s) Cross-Sectional Studies ; Disasters ; Humans ; Oman ; Pilot Projects ; Students, Nursing
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-11-25
    Publishing country Oman
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2650196-X
    ISSN 2075-0528 ; 2075-0528
    ISSN (online) 2075-0528
    ISSN 2075-0528
    DOI 10.18295/squmj.5.2021.074
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  6. Article ; Online: Perceptions of adolescents and teachers on school-based sexuality education in rural primary schools in Uganda.

    Achora, Susan / Thupayagale-Tshweneagae, Gloria / Akpor, Oluwaseyi A / Mashalla, Yohana J S

    Sexual & reproductive healthcare : official journal of the Swedish Association of Midwives

    2018  Volume 17, Page(s) 12–18

    Abstract: Background: Evidence-based sexuality education programmes are a cornerstone in reducing adolescent sexual risk behaviours and promoting sexual health. Several initiatives aimed at reducing sexual and reproductive problems among adolescents have been ... ...

    Abstract Background: Evidence-based sexuality education programmes are a cornerstone in reducing adolescent sexual risk behaviours and promoting sexual health. Several initiatives aimed at reducing sexual and reproductive problems among adolescents have been done. These initiatives include life skill education and abstinence program. Despite these initiatives teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases and abortion are still common among school going adolescents.
    Objectives: The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences and perceptions of adolescents and teachers regarding school-based sexuality education in rural primary schools.
    Methods: A purposive sample was drawn from primary school-going adolescents aged 12-16 years and teachers aged 28-52 in four rural schools. Eleven audio taped individual interviews and eight focus group discussions were used to collect data. A constant comparison method of data analysis was applied by following the Strauss and Corbin (1998) analysis process of open, axial and selective coding to analyse textual qualitative data until themes, categories and sub-categories were identified and developed.
    Results: Data analysis revealed that adolescents benefitted from School Based Sexuality Education but the implementation of programmes was undermined by physical and contextual factors such as challenges at national, institutional, community, family and individual levels.
    Conclusion: It is vital to review the teaching and learning resources and to fully integrate sexuality education into the formal school curriculum. A combined effort of major stakeholders including teachers, community leaders, adolescents, healthcare professionals and parents is needed for sexuality education among adolescents to succeed.
    MeSH term(s) Abortion, Induced ; Adolescent ; Adult ; Attitude ; Child ; Curriculum ; Female ; Focus Groups ; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice ; Humans ; Middle Aged ; Pregnancy ; Pregnancy in Adolescence ; Reproductive Health ; School Teachers ; Schools ; Sex Education ; Sexual Behavior ; Sexual Health ; Sexually Transmitted Diseases ; Students ; Uganda
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-05-26
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2541869-5
    ISSN 1877-5764 ; 1877-5756
    ISSN (online) 1877-5764
    ISSN 1877-5756
    DOI 10.1016/j.srhc.2018.05.002
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  7. Article: Risk Knowledge and Awareness of Coronary Heart Disease, and Health Promotion Behaviors Among Adults in Oman.

    Ammouri, Ali Ahmad / Abu Raddaha, Ahmad H / Tailakh, Ayman / Kamanyire, Joy / Achora, Susan / Isac, Chandrani

    Research and theory for nursing practice

    2018  Volume 32, Issue 1, Page(s) 46–62

    Abstract: Background and purpose: The purpose of this study was to assess the relationships between an individual's characteristics and experiences (age, gender, level of education, income, and employment), knowledge of coronary heart disease (CHD) risk factors, ... ...

    Abstract Background and purpose: The purpose of this study was to assess the relationships between an individual's characteristics and experiences (age, gender, level of education, income, and employment), knowledge of coronary heart disease (CHD) risk factors, perception of health status, awareness of CHD, and health promotion behaviors among adult Omanis.
    Methods: Using Pender's health promotion model, a cross-sectional and correlational survey design was employed. A self-administered questionnaire was distributed to 180 participants in Muscat, the capital of Oman. Descriptive and multivariate linear regression analyses were employed.
    Results: Increasing age was associated with high levels of awareness about CHD. Participants who were employed and knowledgeable about CHD risk factors were more likely to have lower perceptions of health. The regression model showed that knowledge of CHD risk factors and awareness of CHD had positive associations with health promotion behaviors. Meanwhile, employed participants had lower health promotion behaviors scores.
    Implications for practice: Interventions to increase health promotion behaviors should include application of behavioral change strategies that are suitable for age and employment status. The strategies must focus on providing information to enhance knowledge and awareness about CHD.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Adult ; Aged ; Coronary Disease/epidemiology ; Coronary Disease/etiology ; Coronary Disease/nursing ; Coronary Disease/prevention & control ; Female ; Health Behavior ; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Oman/epidemiology ; Risk Factors ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Young Adult
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-02-28
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2083159-6
    ISSN 1945-7286 ; 1541-6577 ; 0889-7182
    ISSN (online) 1945-7286
    ISSN 1541-6577 ; 0889-7182
    DOI 10.1891/0000-000Y.32.1.46
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  8. Article ; Online: Strategies to promote healing of split thickness skin grafts: an integrative review.

    Achora, Susan / Muliira, Joshua Kanaabi / Thanka, Anita Nesa

    Journal of wound, ostomy, and continence nursing : official publication of The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society

    2014  Volume 41, Issue 4, Page(s) 335–9; quiz E1–2

    Abstract: Skin grafts are commonly used to promote healing of shallow wounds and burns, and wound care nurses play an important role in management of wounds treated with grafting. The purpose of this article was to review recent findings regarding strategies to ... ...

    Abstract Skin grafts are commonly used to promote healing of shallow wounds and burns, and wound care nurses play an important role in management of wounds treated with grafting. The purpose of this article was to review recent findings regarding strategies to promote healing of split-thickness skin grafts including topical phenytoin or platelet-rich plasma prior to graft application, fibrin sealant, or negative pressure wound therapy to stabilize a graft and to promote close adherence of the graft to the underlying wound bed and adjunctive therapies such as laser.
    MeSH term(s) Bandages ; Early Ambulation ; Humans ; Skin Transplantation/nursing ; Wound Healing/physiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2014-07
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1188388-1
    ISSN 1528-3976 ; 1071-5754
    ISSN (online) 1528-3976
    ISSN 1071-5754
    DOI 10.1097/WON.0000000000000035
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  9. Article: Another Chance at Life: Jordanian Patients' Experience of Going Through a Myocardial Infarction.

    Ammouri, Ali Ahmad / Kamanyire, Joy Kabasindi / Abu Raddaha, Ahmad H / Achora, Susan / Obeidat, Arwa Atef

    Research and theory for nursing practice

    2017  Volume 31, Issue 4, Page(s) 334–348

    Abstract: Background and purpose: Myocardial infarction (MI) is a life-threatening health condition that has physical, spiritual, emotional, and social changes. Understanding feelings and thoughts of patients who suffered MI attacks is essential to recovery. ... ...

    Abstract Background and purpose: Myocardial infarction (MI) is a life-threatening health condition that has physical, spiritual, emotional, and social changes. Understanding feelings and thoughts of patients who suffered MI attacks is essential to recovery. Among Jordanian patients who suffered an acute attack of MI, the aim of the study was to describe the experiences and the varied meanings that they assign to their experiences.
    Methods: A qualitative hermeneutic phenomenological research design was used. Five participants were engaged in in-depth semistructured interviews. The participants were identified using a purposeful sampling technique, after being admitted at a coronary care unit in a university hospital located in Amman, the capital city of Jordan. The hospital provides a full range of cardiovascular medical and surgical care for patients admitted from different socioeconomic levels. Transcribed data were analyzed following inductive qualitative content analysis method.
    Results: The experience of MI was a traumatizing event characterized by life-threatening symptoms, and participants feared they would not come back home. However, cultural values and religiosity among the Jordanian patients played a major role in facilitating their positive coping during and after the MI attack. The participants' recount of their experience was summed-up into 5 major themes: frightening experience, needed support, religiosity, experiencing changes, and lifestyle modifications. After the MI attack, most of the participants felt that they had given another chance to live, showing a pressing need to make healthier lifestyle modifications to avoid another MI attack.
    Implications for practice: Health care workers should need not only pay attention on physical and physiological caring aspects but should also consider other patients' needs, while supporting the patients and their family members.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017-11-01
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2083159-6
    ISSN 1945-7286 ; 1541-6577 ; 0889-7182
    ISSN (online) 1945-7286
    ISSN 1541-6577 ; 0889-7182
    DOI 10.1891/1541-6577.31.4.334
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  10. Article ; Online: Self-efficacy and self-care behaviours among adults with type 2 diabetes.

    D'Souza, Melba Sheila / Karkada, Subrahmanya Nairy / Parahoo, Kader / Venkatesaperumal, Ramesh / Achora, Susan / Cayaban, Arcalyd Rose R

    Applied nursing research : ANR

    2017  Volume 36, Page(s) 25–32

    Abstract: Background: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) has an impact on an individuals' health and is influenced by glycemic control.: Aim: To examine the relationship between glycemic control, demographic and clinical factors on self-efficacy and self-care ... ...

    Abstract Background: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) has an impact on an individuals' health and is influenced by glycemic control.
    Aim: To examine the relationship between glycemic control, demographic and clinical factors on self-efficacy and self-care behaviours among adults with T2DM.
    Design: A correlational, descriptive study was used. One hundred and forty Omani adults with T2DM were recruited from a public hospital.
    Methods: Data on self-efficacy, self-care behaviours and glycemic control were collected between April and July 2016. The study was approved by the College Ethics Committee and Hospital Board. Bivariate and multivariate analyses were conducted.
    Results: Most adults had a fasting blood glucose >7.2mmol/L (90.7%), with the majority demonstrating 'uncontrolled' or poor HbA1c of >8% (65%). Variance of self-care behaviour (20.6%) and 31.3% of the variance of the self-efficacy was explained by the age, duration of diabetes, medication, HbA1c and prevention of activities of living.
    Conclusions: Adults with T2DM with poor glycemic control were more probable to have poor self-efficacy and self-care behaviours. Glycemic control has an effect on improving diet, exercise, medication, foot care efficacy and behaviours.
    Clinical relevance: The study recommends using these findings to plan self-efficacy and self-care behaviour to improve glycemic control among adults with T2DM.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017-08
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1027369-4
    ISSN 1532-8201 ; 0897-1897
    ISSN (online) 1532-8201
    ISSN 0897-1897
    DOI 10.1016/j.apnr.2017.05.004
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