NURSING CARE

This study tested whether placing a hot water bag on the belly can reduce pain and help the bowels start moving again in people with ileus (a bowel blockage). Sixty adults with a certain type of ileus took part. Researchers measured pain levels before and after using the hot wate…

This study tested a special play program called TOTEM for children aged 4 to 6 who survived the earthquake in Kahramanmaraş. The goal was to see if playing in a structured way could lower their anxiety and improve their overall mental health. Fifty-three children took part, and r…

This study tested whether placing orange blossom essential oil inside a stoma bag can reduce odor, lessen feelings of social isolation, and improve how people adjust to living with a stoma. Researchers enrolled 60 adults with a stoma who had no stoma-related complications. Partic…

This study tested whether spraying a cold mist on the skin before a blood-thinner shot (low molecular weight heparin) can reduce pain and bruising in people recovering from orthopedic surgery. 101 adults took part. The goal was to see if this simple, drug-free method works better…

This study tested whether a special education session before lung cancer surgery helps patients recover faster. 100 adults were split into two groups: one received a nurse-led lesson with a booklet, the other got usual care. Results showed that those who learned about their surge…

This study tested two simple distraction methods—bubble blowing and a mental distraction technique—to help children aged 7 to 12 feel less pain, fear, and anxiety during a blood draw. Over 200 children participated, and their pain and fear levels were measured using standard scal…

This study tested if diluted thyme honey can reduce dry mouth in intensive care patients receiving oxygen therapy. 64 adults were split into two groups: one received oral care with diluted thyme honey, the other with standard saltwater. After three days, patients rated their dry …

This study tested whether a special sleep cap helps newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) sleep longer and have steadier heart rates, breathing, and oxygen levels. Researchers watched 53 stable infants overnight for three nights. The goal was to see if the cap could…

This study tested a special education program for 49 adults with pulmonary hypertension, a chronic lung disease causing shortness of breath and fatigue. The program included face-to-face lessons, videos, and regular phone check-ins over nine months to help patients manage symptom…

This study looked at whether listening to music during a bladder test (called urodynamic testing) can make the experience less painful and embarrassing. The test involves placing a small tube and can be uncomfortable. 90 adults took part, with some listening to music and others n…

This study looked at whether motivational interviewing—a counseling style that helps people change habits—can reduce disability and improve quality of life in patients who had lumbar disc surgery. 72 adults who had their first discectomy took part. The experimental group received…

This study looked at whether doing simple leg stretches during dialysis sessions can help reduce the burden of muscle cramps. Sixty adults on dialysis who often get leg cramps took part. Half did nurse-guided stretches twice a week for 8 weeks, while the other half received usual…

This study looked at whether massage therapy after open heart surgery can reduce pain, improve sleep quality, and lower stress hormone levels. 96 adults who had elective open heart surgery took part. Some received back massages, while others received standard care. Researchers me…

This study tested a Turkish version of a questionnaire that helps people with diabetes take better care of their feet to prevent ulcers. Researchers interviewed 202 adults with diabetes to see if the tool was reliable and accurate. The tool covers daily foot care, checking for ea…

This study looked at how nurses use smartphones during work and whether it impacts patient safety. Researchers surveyed 368 nurses in Egypt and found 105 clinical incidents linked to smartphone distraction. The goal was to understand the risks and gather nurses' ideas for safer u…