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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Changmin Tang, Xin Chen, Guangwen Gong, Cuiling Guan, Chaojie Liu
Summary: This study examined work-related accumulative fatigue and its associated factors among nurses in public hospitals in China. The results showed that about one third of the nurses reported low levels of work-related accumulative fatigue, with higher levels of fatigue found among female nurses, those aged 30-40 years, those with 5-10 years of work experience, and those with a bachelor's degree or above. Nurses working in rural county hospitals and those residing in central China also had higher odds of experiencing higher levels of work-related accumulative fatigue.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Anna Larysz, Izabella Uchmanowicz
Summary: The study found that depressive symptoms are common among Polish cardiac nurses, and factors such as education level, work experience, marital status, and place of residence are associated with the prevalence of depressive symptoms.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Tamal Kanti Kairi, Sanghamitra Dey
Summary: This study assessed work-related musculoskeletal symptoms among tea garden workers and found a high prevalence rate. Ergonomic interventions such as reducing weight load, job rotation, and taking short breaks can help reduce these symptoms.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Amir Kabunga, Ponsiano Okalo
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of burnout and associated factors among nurses in central Uganda during COVID-19. The results showed a high rate of burnout among nurses, with predictors being personal protective equipment (PPE) and increased workload. Interventions such as hiring new nurses to reduce workload, following WHO guidelines on PPE, adjusting working hours, and ensuring effective rest should be implemented.
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Psychiatry
Jia-Ning Li, Xiao-Qian Chen, Qing-Qing Li, Qing-Xiang Zheng, Yu-Qing Pan, Ling Huang, Yu Zhu, Ru-Lin Liu, Xiu-Min Jiang
Summary: This study assessed the impact of depressive symptoms on the quality of work life (QWL) of female nurses using propensity score matching (PSM). The results showed that before PSM, 33.5% of female nurses reported depressive symptoms. Female nurses in this study had a moderate level of QWL, which remained steady after PSM. Stepwise multiple linear regression analysis indicated that depressive symptoms were strongly associated with QWL.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
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Clinical Neurology
Yafei Wu, Xiaoxv Yin, Shijiao Yan, Nan Jiang, Mengge Tian, Jiali Zhang, Zhenyuan Chen, Jing Wang, Chuanzhu Lv, Yanhong Gong
Summary: A nationwide survey in China showed that nurses have a higher risk of depressive symptoms compared to the general population, with risk factors including longer years of service, high night shift frequency, perceived shortage of nurses, verbal and physical violence.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Tariku Mengesha, Asres Bedaso, Eyoel Berhanu, Aman Yesuf, Bereket Duko
Summary: This study aims to investigate the prevalence and factors associated with depressive symptoms among inmates in Kaliti Prison Centre, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 694 randomly selected inmates, using the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) to assess depressive symptoms. The results showed that 56.6% of the inmates had depressive symptoms, and poor social support, personal history of mental illness, physical abuse, and comorbid chronic medical illness were identified as independent correlates of depressive symptoms. Regular screening and proper psychiatric service are suggested for early diagnosis and treatment for inmates with depressive symptoms.
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Shiho Kino, Daisuke Nishioka, Keiko Ueno, Maho Haseda, Naoki Kondo
Summary: After analyzing data from the Japan Gerontological Evaluation Study, it was found that older recipients of public assistance were more likely to have depressive symptoms compared to non-recipients. Even after adjusting for indicators of social participation, the recipients still had worse mental health issues, indicating the need for mental healthcare support in addition to financial assistance in public assistance programs.
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Psychiatry
Chang Fu, Guowen Wang, Xiuxin Shi, Fenglin Cao
Summary: Chinese physicians have a higher prevalence of depressive symptoms and lower social support than the general population. Objective and subjective social support were inversely associated with depressive symptoms among male and female physicians, while support utilization was inversely associated with depressive symptoms among male physicians. It is critical to improve physicians' mental health through strengthening social support in China.
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Management
Jonas Preposi Cruz, Nahed Alquwez, Ejercito Balay-Odao
Summary: The study found that a positive hospital spiritual climate and respect, acceptance, and welcome of nurses' different spiritualities are beneficial for increasing nurses' work engagement. Therefore, nursing managers should focus on creating a positive spiritual atmosphere and ensuring that nurses' spiritualities are fully expressed and respected in the hospital.
JOURNAL OF NURSING MANAGEMENT
(2022)
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Psychiatry
Abiy Mulugeta, Telake Azale, Yohannes Mirkena, Selam Koye, Girum Nakie, Abenet Kassaye, Jerman Dereje, Neim Bedewi, Deribe Bekele Dechasa, Henock Asfaw
Summary: This study conducted a survey on the prevalence of depression among older adults in Yirgalem, Southern Ethiopia. The results showed that the prevalence of depressive symptoms was 51.77%, and factors such as being a woman, advanced age, living alone, having a chronic illness, experiencing anxiety, and lacking social support were significantly associated with depression.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Jinhua Shen, Yafen Guo, Xiang Chen, Li Tong, Guangfeng Lei, Xueqing Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the job performance of male nurses in China and identified their risk factors. The results showed that Chinese male nurses are younger and have shorter working years, mainly working in departments with higher work intensity. Years of service, education, marital status, department, and main reasons for choosing nursing were found to be factors influencing the job performance of male nurses.
Article
Nursing
Henok Legesse, Nega Assefa, Dejene Tesfaye, Simon Birhanu, Seid Tesi, Fenta Wondimneh, Agumasie Semahegn
Summary: This study aimed to assess the extent of workplace violence against nurses and its associated factors in eastern Ethiopia. The results showed that the prevalence of workplace violence against nurse professionals in the last 12 months was 64.0%. Factors associated with nurses' experience of workplace violence included working in specific departments, fear of workplace violence, witnessing physical violence, and lack of knowledge about reporting procedures and institutional policies.
Article
Nursing
Hsuan-Cheng Su, Sophia H. Hu, Mei-Ju Chi, Yen-Kuang Lin, Chih-Yu Wang, Trung Nguyen, Yeu-Hui Chuang
Summary: This cross-sectional study aimed to understand the prevalence of depressive symptoms among foreign caregivers and identify associated factors. The findings revealed that approximately 30.3% of foreign caregivers displayed depressive symptoms, which were associated with factors such as younger age, more social support, sharing a bed with others, higher work-related stress, increased loneliness, and physical discomfort. The study suggests that nurses or nurse practitioners who provide home care should not only focus on the patients but also show concern for the psychological well-being of foreign caregivers. Interventions should be developed to alleviate or prevent depressive symptoms among this population.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Jian Rong, Xueqin Wang, Yanhong Ge, Guimei Chen, Hong Ding
Summary: The study aimed to explore the relationship between functional disability and depressive symptoms among older adults in rural China. A cross-sectional study with 3491 participants aged 60 and over showed a significant association between functional disability and depressive symptoms, with higher risk in mobility, getting along, life activities, and participation domains. Unemployed individuals and those with problems in mobility and getting along were more likely to have depressive symptoms.
