scholarly journals Workplace Spiritual Climate and Its Influence on Nurses’ Provision of Spiritual Care in Multicultural Hospitals

Religions ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 118 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hamdan Albaqawi ◽  
Nahed Alquwez ◽  
Joseph Almazan ◽  
Sami Alharbi ◽  
Conrado Catimbang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Spiritual Care ◽  
Cultural Context ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Years Of Experience ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Spiritual Climate ◽  
Islamic Faith

Background: Spiritual care is a growing field of interest in the healthcare industry in Saudi Arabia, one that is largely defined by the religious and cultural context of the country that has a rich and strong backdrop. Workplace spiritual climate may have a significant impact on nurses’ ability and willingness to provide spiritual care. This study aims to examine the influence of workplace spiritual climate on nurses’ provision of spiritual care. Methods: A convenience sample of 918 nurses employed in seven public hospitals in Saudi Arabia was surveyed in this cross-sectional study using the Spiritual Climate Scale (SCS) and the Spiritual Care Intervention-Provision Scale (SCIPS). Results: The overall mean in the SCS was 64.58 (SD = 24.60), whereas the overall mean in the SCIPS was 56.83 (SD = 9.46). Nurses with Saudi nationality, with Islamic faith, with administrative functions, and with higher years of experience as a nurse reported better perceptions of workplace spirituality. Hospital, position, years of experience in the present hospital, and the hospital’s spiritual climate were identified as significant predictors of the nurses’ spiritual care interventions provision. Conclusions: The results of the study support the importance of having good workplace spiritual climate as it impacts the nurses’ provision of spiritual care interventions.

scholarly journals Spirituality and Spiritual Care Competence among Expatriate Nurses Working in Saudi Arabia

Religions ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 384 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdualrahman Alshehry
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Spiritual Care ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Personal Care ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Competence Scale ◽  
Christian Nurses

Background: In Saudi Arabia, where the majority of the nursing workforce are foreigners, little is known about perceptions of spirituality and spiritual caregiving among foreign nurses who provide nursing care to patients with varied spiritual and religious beliefs. Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate the spirituality and spiritual care competence and its predictors among expatriate Christian nurses in Saudi Arabia, who provide care for Muslim patients. Methods: A convenience sample of 302 nurses was surveyed in this descriptive cross-sectional study using the Spirituality and Spiritual Care Rating Scale and the Spiritual Care Competence Scale. Results: Results revealed high values on three domains, namely, spiritual care, personal care, and existential spirituality. The majority of the respondents reported competence in all six subscales of spiritual care. The participants’ age, educational level, perception of existential spirituality, and personal care were found to be relevant predictors of their spiritual care competence. Conclusions: The findings suggest that existential spirituality and personal care dimensions of Christian nurses’ spirituality and spiritual care perceptions play critical roles in the provision of competent spiritual care to Muslim patients.

scholarly journals Violence against Health-Care Workers in Governmental Health Facilities in Arar City, Saudi Arabia

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruqayyah B. Al Anazi ◽  
Saeed M. AlQahtani ◽  
Amal E. Mohamad ◽  
Sabry M. Hammad ◽  
Hossam Khleif
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Exposure To Violence ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northern Region ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Workers

Background. Violence against health-care workers (HCWs) showed increasing worldwide concern. No previous studies addressed violence against HCWs in the Northern region, Saudi Arabia. Objectives. To determine the prevalence of violence against HCWs in public hospitals and primary health-care centers in Arar city, KSA, and to identify its associated factors. Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 352 HCWs in the Ministry of Health (MOH) facilities in Arar city from 1st October to 31st December 2018. Consented HCWs completed a structured self-administered questionnaire which was modified from the WHO questionnaire for violence. Results. Out of 352 health-care workers, 171 (48.6%) reported exposure to violence during work in the past year. The verbal violence was the most common form experienced (83%). Physicians were the main exposed group (59%). Being non-Saudi HCWs, older with longer duration of experience, working in hospitals, working in the emergency room, and working in evening or night shifts were significantly associated with more exposure to violence. The unmet demand for the patient and deficient staff number were the leading reasons for aggression. Only 16.4% of assaulted HCWs reported the violent acts to the higher health affairs authority with the most frequent reasons for nonreporting were their perception that it was useless and their fear of negative consequences. Conclusions. Violence against HCWs in Arar city, KSA, is a prevalent problem. Improving health security system and increasing staffing and their training on proper dealing with violence are highly recommended. Also, enforcing rules and regulations is an important demand to control and prevent violence against HCWs.

scholarly journals Orthopedic Surgeons’ Views of Hyaluronic Acid Formulations in the Management of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Questionnaire-Based Cross-Sectional Study

Medicina ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 57 (9) ◽  
pp. 990
Author(s):  
Shahd Alnasser ◽  
Fatima AlHussain ◽  
Hassan Asiri ◽  
Abdullah Almutairi ◽  
Hisham Alsanawi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Hyaluronic Acid ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Years Of Experience ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Local Skin ◽  
Knee Oa ◽  
Orthopedic Surgeons ◽  
Therapeutic Value

Multiple hyaluronic acid (HA) products were approved and marketed to manage osteoarthritis (OA). Although these products are widely prescribed by orthopedic surgeons to manage OA, especially knee OA, the therapeutic value of these products is highly uncertain. Few studies with significant limitations in their designs have indicated positive outcomes among OA patients treated with HA; however, their results were inconclusive. Thus, we aimed to explore the therapeutic value of different HA products in alleviating knee OA pain and improving patients’ physical function from the orthopedic surgeons’ perspective. Methods: This was a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study in which practicing orthopedic surgeons in two countries (e.g., Saudi Arabia and Jordan) were invited to participate. The 10-item, newly developed questionnaire inquired about the respondents’ sociodemographic characteristics (e.g., age, gender, country, years of experience), and their opinions regarding the efficacy of HA products in the management of OA (e.g., efficacy in improving mobility and alleviating pain). Results: Out of the 200 orthopedic surgeons who were invited to participate, 122 (61%) filled out the questionnaire. Most of the respondents were from Saudi Arabia (58%), aged 35 to 55 years (68%), had at least 10 years of experience (69%), and male (98%). About 80% of the respondents reported prescribing HA, such as Hyalgan®, Orthovisc®, Hyalubrix®, and Crespine Gel®. About 66% of the respondents believed that HA was moderately to highly effective in managing knee OA, and 34% believed that HA was either ineffective or mildly effective. Pain at the site of injection (44.3%) and rash or local skin reactions (22.1%) were the most commonly reported adverse events. Conclusions: The variations in the formulation of different HA brands (e.g., molecular weight and cross-linking) did not seem to offer any therapeutic advantage. HA might have value in the management of knee OA; however, its value is highly uncertain and necessitates more well-designed studies to further examine its therapeutic value.

Spiritual Perspectives, Spiritual Care, and Knowledge of Recovery Among Psychiatric Mental Health Nurses

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 364-372
Author(s):  
Melissa Neathery ◽  
Zhaomin He ◽  
Elizabeth Johnston Taylor ◽  
Belinda Deal
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Spiritual Care ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Moderate Degree ◽  
Years Of Experience ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Spiritual Well Being ◽  
Spiritual Perspectives

BACKGROUND: Promoting spiritual well-being aids the mental health recovery process. Furthermore, nursing governance bodies and national mental health care regulators support spiritual care as a mental health–promoting approach. Although spiritual well-being is integral to quality of life in people with mental illness, little is known about the psychiatric mental health (PMH) nurses’ provision of spiritual care. AIMS: Spiritual perspectives, frequency of spiritual care, and knowledge of recovery-oriented practice were measured. Variables were explored to identify a model of spiritual care. METHOD: A descriptive correlational cross-sectional design was employed. Analyses of data using descriptive statistics, correlations, and hierarchical multiple regression were conducted with a convenience sample of 171 PMH nurses. RESULTS: Participants scored high on measurement of spiritual perspectives, moderate on measurement of knowledge about recovery-oriented practice, and indicated a moderate degree of frequency of provision of spiritual care. Nurses who viewed themselves as “spiritual and religious” provided more frequent spiritual care and had higher levels of spiritual perspectives than those who viewed themselves as “spiritual but not religious.” Significant contributors to spiritual care were spiritual perspectives and years of experience as a PMH nurse. Knowledge of recovery-oriented practice, however, did not contribute to a model of spiritual care. CONCLUSIONS: Nurses’ spiritual perspectives, religiosity, and years of experience are factors that may explain nurse-provided spiritual care. Findings imply that spiritual and/or religious development may support PMH nurses to provide spiritual care.

Perceived Managerial Competence of First-Line Nurse Managers: A Comparative Analysis Among Public Hospitals

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 151-163
Author(s):  
Joko Gunawan ◽  
Yupin Aungsuroch ◽  
Mary L. Fisher ◽  
Anna M. McDaniel ◽  
Colleen Marzilli
Keyword(s):  
Human Resource Development ◽  
Nurse Managers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Hospital Type ◽  
First Line ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Managerial Competence

Knowing the perceptions of first-line nurse managers (FLNMs) regarding their managerial competence is an important step to resolve disparities between their perceived competence and the competencies required for them to effectively function in their roles. Yet, evidence examining managerial competence of FLNMs among public hospitals in Indonesia is sparse. To fill this gap, we conducted a cross-sectional study aimed to identify managerial competence of FLNMs according to hospital type and ownership. This study was conducted from January to May 2018 and included a convenience sample of 233 FLNMs selected from 13 public hospitals. We used the Indonesian-First-Line Nurse Managers Managerial Competence Scale (I-FLNMMCS) to measure managerial competence. Descriptive statistics, Kruskal–Wallis, and Dunn’s Pairwise were used for data analysis. Findings showed a significant difference in managerial competence according to the hospital type ( p < .05). The FLNMs with a Diploma III, those relatively older, in their position for 7 or more years, and with managerial training in Type A hospitals (larger hospitals) had the highest managerial competence. The FLNMs with a bachelor’s degree, those relatively younger, with less training, and those in their position for 3 to 4 years in Type B and C hospitals (smaller hospitals) had less managerial competence. A significant difference was also found in managerial competence according to hospital ownership ( p <.05). Public hospitals owned by the Ministry of Health of Indonesia had the highest competence among the others. This study is useful for guiding future policy work for human resource development in public hospitals.

scholarly journals Endodontic Treatment versus Implant Placement for Compromised Teeth: Decision-Making Trends in Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 451-456
Author(s):  
Rayan Bahabri ◽  
Sary Borzangy ◽  
Nevine Taymour ◽  
Abdulrahman Maddhar ◽  
Mahmod Alkayyal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Endodontic Treatment ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Implant Placement ◽  
Dental Schools ◽  
Dental Professionals

Background: The decision to save a compromised tooth is a major challenge among dentists and may vary among those with different areas of specialization. Objective: The objective of this study was to determine the influencing factors that play a role in decision-making trends when choosing whether or not to save a compromised tooth, either through endodontic treatment or extraction and implant placement. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, a questionnaire was administered to a convenience sample to assess decision-making within different dental specialties among various dental schools in Saudi Arabia. Participants were stratified into four groups based on clinical specialties, including endodontists (n = 45, 23.9%), periodontists (n = 51, 27.1%), prosthodontists (n = 55, 29.3%), and oral and maxillofacial surgeons (n = 37, 19.7%). The data of 188 participants were analyzed using Chi-square tests, with significance at p ≤ 0.05. Results: Endodontists were significantly more likely than other specialists (p ≤ 0.002) to decide to retain a compromised tooth rather than place an implant. In difficult prosthetic cases, faculty surgeons were significantly more likely to place an implant than other specialists (p ≤ 0.01). Conclusion: The assessment of decision-making trends demonstrated that retention of the natural tooth by endodontic and restorative treatments was preferred over extraction and implant placement. Increased prosthetic complexity shifted this preference towards implant placement. This study provides a basis to help identify factors contributing to decision-making among dental professionals; these factors could improve existing guidelines to ensure a successful practice.

scholarly journals Exploring satisfaction level among outpatients regarding pharmacy facilities and services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; a large regional analysis

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. e0247912
Author(s):  
Nasser Hadal Alotaibi ◽  
Abdulaziz Ibrahim Alzarea ◽  
Ahmed Mohammed Alotaibi ◽  
Yusra Habib Khan ◽  
Tauqeer Hussain Mallhi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Regional Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Satisfaction Score ◽  
Pharmacy Services ◽  
Satisfaction Level ◽  
Pharmacy Staff ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background Evaluation of patients`satisfaction towards pharmacy services is of utmost importance to ensure the quality of care. It helps in identifying domains requiring improvements to provide high quality pharmacy services to ensure the provision of enhanced pharmaceutical care. The current study aims to ascertain the extent of satisfaction towards pharmacy services among patients attending outpatient pharmacies in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Methods A hospital-based cross-sectional study involving 746 patients attending outpatient pharmacies of various public hospitals was conducted from 01 January to 15 February 2020. Information on socio-demographic profile of the study subjects along with their satisfaction towards outpatient pharmacy was extracted by using a 23-items questionnaire. These questions were divided into two domains including 7 questions related to the pharmacy facilities (questions from 1F to 7F) and 8 questions for pharmacy services (questions from 1S to 8S), where F and S denotes facilities and services, respectively. The cumulative satisfaction score was estimated by a 5-item Likert scale with a maximum score of 5 for each item. The relationship between demographics and satisfaction scores was evaluated by using appropriate statistics. Results There were 746 patients with male preponderance (58.8%). The overall satisfaction score was 2.97 ± 0.65. Satisfaction towards pharmacy services scored lower (mean score: 3.91 ± 0.77) than pharmacy facilities (mean score: 4.03 ± 0.66). Items related to patient`s counseling (3F, 2S, 3S, 6S) scored least during the analysis. Older patients (p = 0.006), male gender (p<0.001), Saudi nationality (0.035), patients attending primary care centers (p = 0.02), and patients with chronic illnesses were significantly associated with lower satisfaction score. Conclusion This study reported that the satisfaction level of patients attending outpatient pharmacies was low and differed among various socio-demographic groups. Approximately one-half of the patients were not satisfied with outpatient pharmacy services. These findings underscore the dire need for managerial interventions including the hiring of trained professionals, onsite training of pharmacy staff, initiation of clinical or patient centered pharmacy services, evaluation of patient`s response towards the services and appropriate controlling measures, irrespective to the type of hospitals.

scholarly journals Compliance with standard precautions during clinical training of nursing students in Saudi Arabia: A multi-university study

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (11) ◽  
pp. 937-945 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farhan Alshammari ◽  
Jonas Preposi Cruz ◽  
Nahed Alquwez ◽  
Joseph Almazan ◽  
Fatmah Alsolami ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Clinical Training ◽  
Compliance Rate ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Infection Prevention And Control ◽  
Standard Precautions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Clinical Exposure

Introduction: Nursing students are susceptible to healthcare-associated infections because of their direct patient interactions during their clinical training. Hence, compliance with standard precautions (SPs) is paramount during their clinical exposure and training. This study investigated the compliance with SPs and its predictors among Saudi nursing students from six universities. Methodology: This descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted in six government universities in Saudi Arabia. A convenience sample of 829 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students was surveyed using the Compliance with Standard Precautions Scale. Descriptive and inferential statistics were carried out to analyze the data. Results: The overall compliance rate of the respondents was 60.1% with a mean score of 12.02 (SD = 4.50). The students reported highest compliance on covering the mouth and nose when wearing a mask, while the lowest compliance was on disposing sharps box before it is full. The university, academic year level, and attendance to infection prevention and control training or seminar in the last six months were identified as significant predictors of the students’ compliance with SPs. Conclusions: The findings provide valuable insights and guidance for improving the practice of SPs among future nurses, which could result in the reduction of infection exposure and its transmission rates among future nurses in clinical settings.

Determinants of Breast Cancer Screening in Three Arab American Women Subgroups

2021 ◽  
pp. 104365962110082
Author(s):  
Manal Alatrash
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Context ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Arab Countries ◽  
Sociocultural Factors ◽  
Arab American ◽  
Perceived Benefits ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
American Women ◽  
Arab American Women

Introduction Arab American women (AAW) have significantly low mammography screening (MS) rates; religious and sociocultural factors may serve as facilitators or barriers to screening. Understanding associations with screening practices and attitudes is imperative. The purpose of this study was to examine associations of sociodemographic characteristics with perceived benefits and barriers to MS and explore relationships of MS with sociodemographics, and perceived benefits and barriers in Muslim and Christian AAW from three Arab countries, Jordan, Lebanon, and Egypt. Method In this exploratory, cross sectional study, a convenience sample of 316 AAW completed a survey that combined sociodemographics and the Arab Specific-Culture Barriers instrument. Results Religion was significantly associated with perceived benefits and country of birth had a significant association with perceived barriers. Significant relationships were found between some variables and MS. Discussion This study provided insights into facilitators and barriers influencing behaviors and attitudes regarding MS in AAW. Additional efforts are to be made to overcome barriers within a religious and cultural context to empower these women.

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