Article
Nursing
Remar A. Mangaoil, Kristin Cleverley, Elizabeth Peter, Alexander I. F. Simpson
Summary: The aim of this study was to explore nurses' experiences of seclusion or restraint use and their participation in immediate staff debriefing in inpatient mental health settings. Data were gathered through in-depth individual interviews and were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis. The results showed that staff debriefing is crucial for nurses to cope with the stress following seclusion or restraint use.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Karen J. Foli, Anna Forster, Chang Cheng, Lingsong Zhang, Yu-Chin Chiu
Summary: This qualitative study explores the experiences of frontline nurses working in critical care areas during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on trauma and coping mechanisms. Nurses reported psychological distress, a surge of deaths, conflicts, betrayal, and posttraumatic growth. They also highlighted increased stress, substance use, and weakened coping mechanisms due to the ongoing pandemic, emphasizing the need for mental health support services.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2021)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Linda Rood, Tanya Tanzillo, Nancy Madsen
Summary: The study found that nursing students remained firm in their perceptions of the nursing profession and their desire to pursue a nursing career. Students experienced challenges with the transition to virtual learning, felt they lacked sufficient in-person experiences, and were unprepared to begin practice.
NURSE EDUCATION TODAY
(2022)
Review
Nursing
Spasija Volcevska, Lauretta Luck, Rakime Elmir, Geoffrey Dickens, Gillian Murphy
Summary: This scoping review aims to explore nurses' experiences when conducting the Mental State Examination (MSE). The study found that nurses working in emergency departments and acute in-patient mental health settings lacked confidence and competence compared to community mental health nurses, who recognized the importance of conducting the MSE.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Carmen Sarabia-Cobo, Victoria Perez, Pablo de Lorena, Carmen Hermosilla-Grijalbo, Maria Saenz-Jalon, Angela Fernandez-Rodriguez, Ana Rosa Alconero-Camarero
Summary: This qualitative study explored the emotional impact and experiences of geriatric nurses caring for COVID-19 patients in nursing homes. Findings revealed nurses' fear of the pandemic, sense of duty and professional commitment, and emotional exhaustion. Reflection on a global level is needed to consider the most appropriate model of care in nursing homes amidst the pandemic.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2021)
Article
Management
Elizabeth Halcomb, Ritin Fernandez, Ruth Mursa, Catherine Stephen, Kaara Calma, Christine Ashley, Susan McInnes, Jane Desborough, Sharon James, Anna Williams
Summary: This study aimed to explore coping strategies of primary health care nurses and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Brief Coping Orientation to Problems Experienced (COPE) scale. The survey results revealed that the coping strategies of primary health care nurses are influenced by individual characteristics and supports should be tailored accordingly.
JOURNAL OF NURSING MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Hosu Ryu, Bridget Hamilton, Bronwyn Tarrant
Summary: The study explored the experiences of early career mental health nurses working in a specialist eating disorder inpatient unit in Australia. Participants commonly reported feelings of anxiety and frustration when interacting with patients, attempting to understand themselves and others through countertransference. It is recommended that nurses have appropriate opportunities to discuss and reflect on their feelings in order to enhance their practice and professional resilience.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2022)
Article
Nursing
David Gimenez-Diez, Ruben Maldonado-Alia, Lidia Torrent-Sola, Nina Granel, Maria Dolors Bernabeu-Tamayo
Summary: This study found that nurses experienced greater satisfaction providing care in the home settings, which positively impacted the quality of care and reduced patient stigma. Developing care plans centered on patients' environments can increase Mental Health Nursing work satisfaction.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC AND MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Karin Fuchs, Samuel Vogeli, Dominik Schori, Daniela Handler-Schuster
Summary: This study explores how nurses in nursing homes experience the involvement of an outreach interprofessional mental health team in the care for older people experiencing mental health issues. The study identifies barriers to and facilitators of interprofessional collaboration. The results show that nurses feel supported by the mental health team and are encouraged to find new ways of coping with challenging situations.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC AND MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2022)
Article
Nursing
John A. Forster, Alysia A. Coventry, Catherine Daniel
Summary: This study explores nurses' experiences of using a Mental Health Observation Response Chart to recognize and respond to mental health deterioration in general hospital wards. The findings suggest that the chart has clinical relevance but further validation and refinement are needed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Stephanie J. Orth, Tracy A. Evanson
Summary: This article shares the experience of a nurse faculty member coping with anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through self-motivation, yoga, and outdoor activities, the author strengthened their professional identity, found value in their work, and activated the personal resource of hope.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC AND MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2023)
Review
Nursing
Ken Hok Man Ho, Ingrid M. Wilson, Janet Yuen-Ha Wong, Lisa McKenna, Sonia Reisenhofer, Ferry Efendi, Graeme D. Smith
Summary: This scoping review aims to map and synthesize the stressors, problems, and coping strategies surrounding the health issues of migrant domestic workers. The findings reveal that migrant domestic workers face stressors such as abuse, poor health service accessibility, ongoing financial hardship, and social isolation. They mainly rely on social networks and religion to cope with these stressors and health problems. The study suggests that training peer leaders and involving them in interprofessional teams can help nurses promote the health and well-being of migrant domestic workers.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Zoe Davey, Cynthia Srikesavan, Andrea Cipriani, Catherine Henshall
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the psychological health, well-being, and resilience of nurses, with both positive and negative effects. The study explores the experiences of nurses working during the pandemic and discusses the implications for coping and resilience, nursing identities, and workforce development.
Article
Management
Khairul Dzakirin Bin Rusli, Shu Fen Ong, Shaun Speed, Betsy Seah, Lisa McKenna, Ying Lau, Sok Ying Liaw
Summary: The aim of this study was to explore the practice experiences of home-based care nurses to understand their competency and needs. Through individual interviews with 17 nurses, it was found that nurses in home-based care perform a broader range of competencies with a significant degree of independence. The findings suggest a need for better understanding of the broader scope of nursing practice in home-based care to improve nurses' transition experience.
JOURNAL OF NURSING MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Gemma Leddie, Claudine Fox, Sarah Simmonds
Summary: This study provides insights into the challenges nurses face when working with adolescents who self-harm in the community, emphasizing the importance of training and self-care for nurses in this field.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC AND MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Fan-Ko Sun, Chun-Ying Chiang, Chu-Yun Lu, Pei-Jane Yu, Tzu-Chiao Liao, Chu-Mei Lan
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2018)
Article
Nursing
Fan-Ko Sun, Chu-Yun Lu, Hui-N Huang, Pei-Jane Yu, Chun-Ying Chiang
ISSUES IN MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2018)
Article
Nursing
Chu-Yun Lu, Chun-Ying Chiang, YuChun Yao, Fan-Ko Sun
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC NURSES ASSOCIATION
(2020)
Article
Nursing
Fan-Ko Sun, Ann Long, Chun-Ying Chiang, Mei-Hsien Chou
NURSE EDUCATION IN PRACTICE
(2019)
Article
Oncology
Fan-Ko Sun, Chao-Ming Hung, YuChun Yao, Chi-Feng Fu, Pei-Jung Tsai, Chun-Ying Chiang
Summary: The study found that logotherapy is effective in reducing depression and demoralization in breast cancer and gynecological cancer patients, especially showing significant effectiveness in the Patient Health Questionnaire and the Demoralization Scale Mandarin Version assessments.
Article
Nursing
Fan-Ko Sun, Ann Long, Chun-Ying Chiang, Ming-Kung Wu, YuChun Yao
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2020)
Article
Nursing
Yeh-Hsun Wu, Fan-Ko Sun, Pei-Yu Lee
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2020)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Fan-Ko Sun, Ann Long D. Phil, Chun-Ying Chiang, Ching-Ju Yang, Chu-Yun Lu
Summary: Nursing graduates in their final year experience anxiety related to uncertainty about employment, chaotic emotional relationships, and anxiety in preparing for national exams. Adjustment strategies include seeking support, positive thinking, and self-reflection.
NURSE EDUCATION TODAY
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Fan-Ko Sun, Ming-Kung Wu, YuChun Yao, Chun-Ying Chiang, Chu-Yun Lu
Summary: Meaning in life has complex relationships with depression, hopelessness, and suicidal ideation, and can reduce suicidal ideation by decreasing depression. Logotherapy is an effective method to help patients find meaning in life and alleviate depression.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC AND MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Yu-Chen Ting, Chun-Ying Chiang, Chu-Yun Lu, Fan-Ko Sun
Summary: This study developed a substantive theory to guide nurse practitioners in completing training programmes, using a qualitative grounded theory approach. The core category was identified as "professional ability to improve nursing quality and excel", with other key categories including improving thinking ability, improving clinical care ability, and active learning.
NURSE EDUCATION TODAY
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Shui-Tao Chen, YuChun Yao, Yun Shan Tseng, Fan-Ko Sun
Summary: The study aimed to develop a theory to help end-stage renal disease patients adapt to peritoneal dialysis, with the goal of improving their quality of life and enhancing medical care.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Fan-Ko Sun, Ann Long, Ming-Kung Wu, Nien-Mu Chiu, Chi-Fa Hung, Yun Shan Tseng
Summary: This study used a grounded theory approach to explore the perspectives of patients and caregivers in the recovery process of depression and developed a substantive theory with the core category of patients' fortitude. Other main categories included reframing negative thinking, cultivating self-compassion, and coping with everyday stress. This theory provides guidance for healthcare professionals and can advance nursing care.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC NURSES ASSOCIATION
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Yi-Yun Zeng, Ann Long, Chun-Ying Chiang, Nien-Mu Chiu, Fan-Ko Sun
Summary: The study found that patients with depression have four perceptions of the meaning of life, including accepting depression, valuing work, taking on love and responsibilities, and receiving spiritual comfort. Healthcare professionals can help patients explore the meaning of life to reduce suicidal ideations.
ARCHIVES OF PSYCHIATRIC NURSING
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Fan-Ko Sun, Nien-Mu Chiu, YuChun Yao, Ming-Kung Wu, Chi-Fa Hung, Chien-Chih Chen, Yung-Hsuan Lee, Chun-Ying Chiang
Summary: The study demonstrated that logotherapy was effective in enhancing the meaning in life and reducing depression, hopelessness, and suicidal ideation in patients with depression.
PERSPECTIVES IN PSYCHIATRIC CARE
(2022)
Article
Substance Abuse
Fan-Ko Sun, Chen-Ying Su, Chi-Fang Wei, Chu-Mei Lan, Chun-Ying Chiang
JOURNAL OF ADDICTIONS NURSING
(2019)