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Cyprus Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019

BACKGROUND/AIMS The aim of the present study was to determine the knowledge of the final year stu... more BACKGROUND/AIMS The aim of the present study was to determine the knowledge of the final year students of the nursing department about the preanalytical phase in the laboratory analysis. MATERIAL and METHODS This was a descriptive study conducted during the spring semester of 2017-2018 academic year. A total of 142 volunteer final year nursing department students were included in the study. A questionnaire was prepared by the researcher as a data collection tool. RESULTS Of the 142 final year nursing students, 93.7% responded correctly to the optimal blood-letting time for biochemical analysis. It was determined that 92.9% of the students correctly know blood-letting positions affect blood values or not, and 94.7% know the reason why blood-letting is performed in sitting or lying positions. Of the 142 students, 90.1% correctly identified the medium urine samples. It was determined that 96.4% of the students know within how many minutes at maximum blood samples should be sent to the laboratory after drawing. CONCLUSION The study has provided evidence that the study course of "clinical biochemistry" included into the syllabus in the academic year of 2017-2018 for the first time increased the knowledge of the students about the collection, storage, and transfer of biochemistry laboratory specimens. The study concludes that it is advisable to include the study course of "clinical biochemistry"that predominantly handles the pre-analytical phase into the syllabi designed for nursing schools.

Mediterranean Nursing and Midwifery

Objective: This study aims to assess preoperative anxiety among surgical patients.

Mediterranean Nursing and Midwifery

Objective: Healthcare associated infections are any infections that do not occur during the incub... more Objective: Healthcare associated infections are any infections that do not occur during the incubation period and which develop within 48-72 hours after the patient has stayed in the hospital, or within 10 days after discharge from the hospital. In this study, we aimed to determine the level of knowledge of nursing students regarding prevention of healthcare associated infections. Method: The population of the study consisted of 667 student nurses who studied in the nursing department of a university. The data were obtained from 506 students who accepted to participate in the study between May 13 and 17, 2016. In the study, a questionnaire form titled "Determination of Knowledge Levels of Nurses about Prevention of Hospital Infections" developed by the researcher was used. Results: The mean score of knowledge that the nursing students had regarding prevention of healthcare-associated infections was 54.28 ± 11.16, the hand hygiene knowledge score was 16.05 ± 4.48, and the mean score of surgical site infections was 5.53 ± 2.42. As seen in the factors affecting the mean scores for the students' knowledge on the prevention of nosocomial infections, it was determined that the mean score of the third-grade students (56.29) was higher than the other averages (p < .05). Conclusion: It was determined that the mean knowledge scores of the student nurses about preventing healthcare associated infections were moderate and that their mean knowledge scores on surgical site infections were low.

Cyprus Journal of Medical Sciences, 2018

is the scientific, peer reviewed, open access international publication organ of Cyprus Turkish M... more is the scientific, peer reviewed, open access international publication organ of Cyprus Turkish Medical Association. The journal is published three times a year, in April, August, and December. The journal's publication language is English.

Hemşirelik bilimi dergisi, Oct 31, 2018

Giriş: Ruhsal Hastalık ve hastalara karşı; aileler, toplum, sağlık çalışanları olumsuz inançlar i... more Giriş: Ruhsal Hastalık ve hastalara karşı; aileler, toplum, sağlık çalışanları olumsuz inançlar içerisinde olmaktadır. Bu durum; hasta ve ailelerinin yardım arama davranışlarını etkileyebilmekte, hasta ve aileler toplumsal olarak kendilerini değersiz hissetmesine sebep olabilmektedir. Sağlık çalışanları arasında, ruhsal hastalıklara yönelik inançların olumlu olması, hasta ve ailenin tedavi sürecindeki desteğini olumlu yönde etkileyecektir. Amaç: Bu araştırma; hemşirelik birinci ve son sınıf öğrencilerinin ruhsal hastalıklara yönelik inançlarını belirlemek amacıyla yapılmıştır.

Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery, Apr 1, 1997

Sonuç ve Öneriler: İntörnlük uygulamasının hem öğrenciler hem de hemşireler tarafından mesleki ge... more Sonuç ve Öneriler: İntörnlük uygulamasının hem öğrenciler hem de hemşireler tarafından mesleki gelişim açısından yararlı bir uygulama olduğu saptanmıştır. Uygulamanın uygun fizik ortam sağlanarak ve süresinin artırılarak devam etmesi önerilmiştir.

Journal of Academic Emergency Medicine, May 8, 2015

Solid organ transplant patients constitute a special population in the emergency departments (EDs... more Solid organ transplant patients constitute a special population in the emergency departments (EDs). Increasing numbers of patients are reported in EDs for transplantation-related complications. Complications related to organ transplantation can be categorized into four groups: anatomical, infection, rejection, and drug toxicity. In patients presenting to the ED, all these categories should be considered in the differential diagnosis. However, the exact etiology, may not be known until admission to the hospital for further evaluation. Therefore, every complaint from a transplant patient should be carefully evaluated. In this study, we will review the principles for the management of patients with renal transplantation in the ED.

TSK Koruyucu Hekimlik Bülteni, 2014

Hacettepe Üniversitesi Hemşirelik Fakültesi dergisi, Jun 1, 2011

Abdominal cerrahi girişim uygulanan hastalarda görülen erken dönem sorunları ve bu sorunlara yöne... more Abdominal cerrahi girişim uygulanan hastalarda görülen erken dönem sorunları ve bu sorunlara yönelik hemşirelik uygulamalarının belirlenmesi amacıyla tanımlayıcı olarak yapılmıştır.

Malnütrisyon sağlıklı yaşam için gerekli olan, protein, karbonhidrat, yağ, vitamin, mineral gibi ... more Malnütrisyon sağlıklı yaşam için gerekli olan, protein, karbonhidrat, yağ, vitamin, mineral gibi besin maddelerinin yetersiz alınmasından kaynaklanan ve vücuttaki bir çok organı, sistemi etkileyen, bugün tüm dünyada en yaygın beslenme bozukluğudur. Beslenme bozukluklarında gelişmişlik, sosyokültürel yapı, fizyolojik ve psikolojik faktörler rol oynamaktadır. Malnütrisyonu olan hastalar kapsamlı hemşirelik bakımı gerektirir. Hemşirelik bakımında holistik yaklaşım esastır. Hemşirelik bakımı; beslenme gereksinimlerinin karşılanmasını, hasta ve ailenin eğitimini ve psikolojik gereksinimlerinin karşılanmasını içerir.

OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing, 2008

This article tells the story of the historical development and current status of nursing in Turke... more This article tells the story of the historical development and current status of nursing in Turkey. It presents a historical review of the development of modern Turkish nursing and describes the continuing development and current status of nursing education, nursing regulation, and nursing practice in Turkey. The article also explains how the voice of nursing in Turkey is heard through the professional associations.

Kuzey Kibris Turk Cumhuriyeti’nde (KKTC) saglik bakimi sektoru yillar icersinde hem ulkede yetise... more Kuzey Kibris Turk Cumhuriyeti’nde (KKTC) saglik bakimi sektoru yillar icersinde hem ulkede yetisen hem de Turkiye’den gelen hekimlerin yardimi ile buyuk bir gelisme gostermektedir. Bugun, KKTC Saglik Bakanligi hem kendi vatandaslarina hem de ziyaretcilerine yonelik saglik bakimi hizmetlerini saglamak uzere bir cok projeyi yurutmektedir. Bu yazi bilimsel bir odak ile KKTC capindaki acil saglik bakimi hizmetlerinin durumunu ozetlemektedir.

Balıkesır Health Sciences Journal, 2016

Kuzey Kıbrıs Türk Cumhuriyeti'nde (KKTC) sağlık bakımı sektörü yıllar içersinde hem ülkede yetişe... more Kuzey Kıbrıs Türk Cumhuriyeti'nde (KKTC) sağlık bakımı sektörü yıllar içersinde hem ülkede yetişen hem de Türkiye'den gelen hekimlerin yardımı ile büyük bir gelişme göstermektedir. Bugün, KKTC Sağlık Bakanlığı hem kendi vatandaşlarına hem de ziyaretçilerine yönelik sağlık bakımı hizmetlerini sağlamak üzere bir çok projeyi yürütmektedir. Bu yazı bilimsel bir odak ile KKTC çapındaki acil sağlık bakımı hizmetlerinin durumunu özetlemektedir.

Yuksekogretim Dergisi, 2015

Balkan Military Medical Review, 2007

This is a descriptive study designed to determine the order taking process and probable risks of ... more This is a descriptive study designed to determine the order taking process and probable risks of medical errors of nurses. The questionnaire form used in research was applied to 180 nurses with personal interviews. Percentages and the chi-square test were used for the analysis of the data. The percentage of orders written on daily basis (63.3%) in medical clinics, signing ratio of nurses after taking the physician order (65.6%) and taking order by phone (78.3%) are found high for risk as a medical error in our study. 96.7 % of the nurses has stated that if they notice a mistake at the order, they reconsult with the doctor to repeat the order. As a result of a probable medical error after a verbal order, the ratio of "I have no idea" (38.8%) answer may indicate that the nurses could be legally responsible. This study showed that nurses have had knowledge and performance deficiency in taking orders. Developing a multidisciplinary orientation and training program is necessary for preventing medical errors.

Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2009

Providing education to healthy/ill individuals and their families as part of both clinical and fi... more Providing education to healthy/ill individuals and their families as part of both clinical and field practice is an important element in the training of nursing students. Developing educational materials is a key component of patient education that nurses should learn during school training. This investigation was conducted definitively, to determine the views of second-year students of School of Nursing concerning their experiences in preparing patient education materials. Development of patientoriented education materials by students not only motivates them to do research, but also contributes to patient education. The study recommends expanding counseling services intended to alleviate the difficulties that students experience while preparing patient education materials, and evaluating the effectiveness of the educational materials developed by students of nursing.

Balkan Medical Journal, 2013

Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the effect of massage to the sacral region after... more Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the effect of massage to the sacral region after cesarean delivery instead of employing a urinary catheter for the prevention of urinary retention.

Bakirkoy Tip Dergisi / Medical Journal of Bakirkoy, 2012

Journal of Emergency Nursing, 2013

Hospital emergency departments provide health care to patients with various ailments and illnesse... more Hospital emergency departments provide health care to patients with various ailments and illnesses. If necessary, doctors write prescriptions for patients who visit emergency departments for their use after discharge from hospitals. It is important to inform patients about their prescribed medications because compliance with the prescription plays an important role in the success of the treatment. If a patient must use more than one medication, this might result in negative drug interactions. These undesirable developments may adversely affect the treatment process and cause many unplanned patient visits to emergency departments. This study was carried out to determine patient knowledge as related to the names, dosage, frequency, purpose and course of medications given on discharge from emergency departments. Study subjects were patients who came to the emergency department between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm during a period of 1 month. Data were collected through use of a questionnaire. In this study, it was found that 37% of the patients (37 patients) had no knowledge at all about the prescribed medications; however, out of 63 patients, 61.9% had knowledge of when to take the medications, 57.1% knew the purpose of the particular medications, and 52.3% were aware of the appropriate dosage. Furthermore, 31.7% knew the name of the medications and 25.3% knew something about their prescribed course. Upon discharge from emergency departments, patients should be fully and properly informed about their prescribed medications through a written document. Providing patients with information concerning the correct use of their prescribed medications enables them to use the medications appropriately, thereby increasing not only their satisfaction but also their compliance with the treatment plan. As a result, this vital information may help to decrease rehospitalizations.

Cyprus Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019

BACKGROUND/AIMS The aim of the present study was to determine the knowledge of the final year stu... more BACKGROUND/AIMS The aim of the present study was to determine the knowledge of the final year students of the nursing department about the preanalytical phase in the laboratory analysis. MATERIAL and METHODS This was a descriptive study conducted during the spring semester of 2017-2018 academic year. A total of 142 volunteer final year nursing department students were included in the study. A questionnaire was prepared by the researcher as a data collection tool. RESULTS Of the 142 final year nursing students, 93.7% responded correctly to the optimal blood-letting time for biochemical analysis. It was determined that 92.9% of the students correctly know blood-letting positions affect blood values or not, and 94.7% know the reason why blood-letting is performed in sitting or lying positions. Of the 142 students, 90.1% correctly identified the medium urine samples. It was determined that 96.4% of the students know within how many minutes at maximum blood samples should be sent to the laboratory after drawing. CONCLUSION The study has provided evidence that the study course of "clinical biochemistry" included into the syllabus in the academic year of 2017-2018 for the first time increased the knowledge of the students about the collection, storage, and transfer of biochemistry laboratory specimens. The study concludes that it is advisable to include the study course of "clinical biochemistry"that predominantly handles the pre-analytical phase into the syllabi designed for nursing schools.

Mediterranean Nursing and Midwifery

Objective: This study aims to assess preoperative anxiety among surgical patients.

Mediterranean Nursing and Midwifery

Objective: Healthcare associated infections are any infections that do not occur during the incub... more Objective: Healthcare associated infections are any infections that do not occur during the incubation period and which develop within 48-72 hours after the patient has stayed in the hospital, or within 10 days after discharge from the hospital. In this study, we aimed to determine the level of knowledge of nursing students regarding prevention of healthcare associated infections. Method: The population of the study consisted of 667 student nurses who studied in the nursing department of a university. The data were obtained from 506 students who accepted to participate in the study between May 13 and 17, 2016. In the study, a questionnaire form titled "Determination of Knowledge Levels of Nurses about Prevention of Hospital Infections" developed by the researcher was used. Results: The mean score of knowledge that the nursing students had regarding prevention of healthcare-associated infections was 54.28 ± 11.16, the hand hygiene knowledge score was 16.05 ± 4.48, and the mean score of surgical site infections was 5.53 ± 2.42. As seen in the factors affecting the mean scores for the students' knowledge on the prevention of nosocomial infections, it was determined that the mean score of the third-grade students (56.29) was higher than the other averages (p < .05). Conclusion: It was determined that the mean knowledge scores of the student nurses about preventing healthcare associated infections were moderate and that their mean knowledge scores on surgical site infections were low.

Cyprus Journal of Medical Sciences, 2018

is the scientific, peer reviewed, open access international publication organ of Cyprus Turkish M... more is the scientific, peer reviewed, open access international publication organ of Cyprus Turkish Medical Association. The journal is published three times a year, in April, August, and December. The journal's publication language is English.

Hemşirelik bilimi dergisi, Oct 31, 2018

Giriş: Ruhsal Hastalık ve hastalara karşı; aileler, toplum, sağlık çalışanları olumsuz inançlar i... more Giriş: Ruhsal Hastalık ve hastalara karşı; aileler, toplum, sağlık çalışanları olumsuz inançlar içerisinde olmaktadır. Bu durum; hasta ve ailelerinin yardım arama davranışlarını etkileyebilmekte, hasta ve aileler toplumsal olarak kendilerini değersiz hissetmesine sebep olabilmektedir. Sağlık çalışanları arasında, ruhsal hastalıklara yönelik inançların olumlu olması, hasta ve ailenin tedavi sürecindeki desteğini olumlu yönde etkileyecektir. Amaç: Bu araştırma; hemşirelik birinci ve son sınıf öğrencilerinin ruhsal hastalıklara yönelik inançlarını belirlemek amacıyla yapılmıştır.

Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery, Apr 1, 1997

Sonuç ve Öneriler: İntörnlük uygulamasının hem öğrenciler hem de hemşireler tarafından mesleki ge... more Sonuç ve Öneriler: İntörnlük uygulamasının hem öğrenciler hem de hemşireler tarafından mesleki gelişim açısından yararlı bir uygulama olduğu saptanmıştır. Uygulamanın uygun fizik ortam sağlanarak ve süresinin artırılarak devam etmesi önerilmiştir.

Journal of Academic Emergency Medicine, May 8, 2015

Solid organ transplant patients constitute a special population in the emergency departments (EDs... more Solid organ transplant patients constitute a special population in the emergency departments (EDs). Increasing numbers of patients are reported in EDs for transplantation-related complications. Complications related to organ transplantation can be categorized into four groups: anatomical, infection, rejection, and drug toxicity. In patients presenting to the ED, all these categories should be considered in the differential diagnosis. However, the exact etiology, may not be known until admission to the hospital for further evaluation. Therefore, every complaint from a transplant patient should be carefully evaluated. In this study, we will review the principles for the management of patients with renal transplantation in the ED.

TSK Koruyucu Hekimlik Bülteni, 2014

Hacettepe Üniversitesi Hemşirelik Fakültesi dergisi, Jun 1, 2011

Abdominal cerrahi girişim uygulanan hastalarda görülen erken dönem sorunları ve bu sorunlara yöne... more Abdominal cerrahi girişim uygulanan hastalarda görülen erken dönem sorunları ve bu sorunlara yönelik hemşirelik uygulamalarının belirlenmesi amacıyla tanımlayıcı olarak yapılmıştır.

Malnütrisyon sağlıklı yaşam için gerekli olan, protein, karbonhidrat, yağ, vitamin, mineral gibi ... more Malnütrisyon sağlıklı yaşam için gerekli olan, protein, karbonhidrat, yağ, vitamin, mineral gibi besin maddelerinin yetersiz alınmasından kaynaklanan ve vücuttaki bir çok organı, sistemi etkileyen, bugün tüm dünyada en yaygın beslenme bozukluğudur. Beslenme bozukluklarında gelişmişlik, sosyokültürel yapı, fizyolojik ve psikolojik faktörler rol oynamaktadır. Malnütrisyonu olan hastalar kapsamlı hemşirelik bakımı gerektirir. Hemşirelik bakımında holistik yaklaşım esastır. Hemşirelik bakımı; beslenme gereksinimlerinin karşılanmasını, hasta ve ailenin eğitimini ve psikolojik gereksinimlerinin karşılanmasını içerir.

OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing, 2008

This article tells the story of the historical development and current status of nursing in Turke... more This article tells the story of the historical development and current status of nursing in Turkey. It presents a historical review of the development of modern Turkish nursing and describes the continuing development and current status of nursing education, nursing regulation, and nursing practice in Turkey. The article also explains how the voice of nursing in Turkey is heard through the professional associations.

Kuzey Kibris Turk Cumhuriyeti’nde (KKTC) saglik bakimi sektoru yillar icersinde hem ulkede yetise... more Kuzey Kibris Turk Cumhuriyeti’nde (KKTC) saglik bakimi sektoru yillar icersinde hem ulkede yetisen hem de Turkiye’den gelen hekimlerin yardimi ile buyuk bir gelisme gostermektedir. Bugun, KKTC Saglik Bakanligi hem kendi vatandaslarina hem de ziyaretcilerine yonelik saglik bakimi hizmetlerini saglamak uzere bir cok projeyi yurutmektedir. Bu yazi bilimsel bir odak ile KKTC capindaki acil saglik bakimi hizmetlerinin durumunu ozetlemektedir.

Balıkesır Health Sciences Journal, 2016

Kuzey Kıbrıs Türk Cumhuriyeti'nde (KKTC) sağlık bakımı sektörü yıllar içersinde hem ülkede yetişe... more Kuzey Kıbrıs Türk Cumhuriyeti'nde (KKTC) sağlık bakımı sektörü yıllar içersinde hem ülkede yetişen hem de Türkiye'den gelen hekimlerin yardımı ile büyük bir gelişme göstermektedir. Bugün, KKTC Sağlık Bakanlığı hem kendi vatandaşlarına hem de ziyaretçilerine yönelik sağlık bakımı hizmetlerini sağlamak üzere bir çok projeyi yürütmektedir. Bu yazı bilimsel bir odak ile KKTC çapındaki acil sağlık bakımı hizmetlerinin durumunu özetlemektedir.

Yuksekogretim Dergisi, 2015

Balkan Military Medical Review, 2007

This is a descriptive study designed to determine the order taking process and probable risks of ... more This is a descriptive study designed to determine the order taking process and probable risks of medical errors of nurses. The questionnaire form used in research was applied to 180 nurses with personal interviews. Percentages and the chi-square test were used for the analysis of the data. The percentage of orders written on daily basis (63.3%) in medical clinics, signing ratio of nurses after taking the physician order (65.6%) and taking order by phone (78.3%) are found high for risk as a medical error in our study. 96.7 % of the nurses has stated that if they notice a mistake at the order, they reconsult with the doctor to repeat the order. As a result of a probable medical error after a verbal order, the ratio of "I have no idea" (38.8%) answer may indicate that the nurses could be legally responsible. This study showed that nurses have had knowledge and performance deficiency in taking orders. Developing a multidisciplinary orientation and training program is necessary for preventing medical errors.

Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2009

Providing education to healthy/ill individuals and their families as part of both clinical and fi... more Providing education to healthy/ill individuals and their families as part of both clinical and field practice is an important element in the training of nursing students. Developing educational materials is a key component of patient education that nurses should learn during school training. This investigation was conducted definitively, to determine the views of second-year students of School of Nursing concerning their experiences in preparing patient education materials. Development of patientoriented education materials by students not only motivates them to do research, but also contributes to patient education. The study recommends expanding counseling services intended to alleviate the difficulties that students experience while preparing patient education materials, and evaluating the effectiveness of the educational materials developed by students of nursing.

Balkan Medical Journal, 2013

Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the effect of massage to the sacral region after... more Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the effect of massage to the sacral region after cesarean delivery instead of employing a urinary catheter for the prevention of urinary retention.

Bakirkoy Tip Dergisi / Medical Journal of Bakirkoy, 2012

Journal of Emergency Nursing, 2013

Hospital emergency departments provide health care to patients with various ailments and illnesse... more Hospital emergency departments provide health care to patients with various ailments and illnesses. If necessary, doctors write prescriptions for patients who visit emergency departments for their use after discharge from hospitals. It is important to inform patients about their prescribed medications because compliance with the prescription plays an important role in the success of the treatment. If a patient must use more than one medication, this might result in negative drug interactions. These undesirable developments may adversely affect the treatment process and cause many unplanned patient visits to emergency departments. This study was carried out to determine patient knowledge as related to the names, dosage, frequency, purpose and course of medications given on discharge from emergency departments. Study subjects were patients who came to the emergency department between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm during a period of 1 month. Data were collected through use of a questionnaire. In this study, it was found that 37% of the patients (37 patients) had no knowledge at all about the prescribed medications; however, out of 63 patients, 61.9% had knowledge of when to take the medications, 57.1% knew the purpose of the particular medications, and 52.3% were aware of the appropriate dosage. Furthermore, 31.7% knew the name of the medications and 25.3% knew something about their prescribed course. Upon discharge from emergency departments, patients should be fully and properly informed about their prescribed medications through a written document. Providing patients with information concerning the correct use of their prescribed medications enables them to use the medications appropriately, thereby increasing not only their satisfaction but also their compliance with the treatment plan. As a result, this vital information may help to decrease rehospitalizations.