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Yasin YM, Alomari A, Al-Hamad A, Kehyayan V. The impact of COVID-19 on nurses' job satisfaction: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Front Public Health 2024; 11:1285101. [PMID: 38274512 PMCID: PMC10808441 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1285101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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Background The global healthcare landscape was profoundly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic placing nurses squarely at the heart of this emergency. This review aimed to identify the factors correlated with nurses' job satisfaction, the impact of their job satisfaction on both themselves and their patients, and to explore strategies that might have counteracted their job dissatisfaction during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods The Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology for systematic reviews of prevalence and incidence was used in this review. The electronic databases of CINAHL, MEDLINE, SCOPUS, PsycINFO and Academic Search Complete were searched between January 2020 to February 2023. Results The literature review identified 23 studies from 20 countries on nurses' job satisfaction during the COVID-19 pandemic. A pooled prevalence of 69.6% of nurses were satisfied with personal, environmental, and psychological factors influencing their job satisfaction. Job satisfaction improved psychological wellbeing and quality of life, while dissatisfaction was linked to turnover and mental health issues. Conclusion This systematic review elucidates key factors impacting nurses' job satisfaction during the COVID-19 pandemic, its effects on healthcare provision, and the potential countermeasures for job dissatisfaction. Core influences include working conditions, staff relationships, and career opportunities. High job satisfaction correlates with improved patient care, reduced burnout, and greater staff retention. Systematic review registration https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?ID=CRD42023405947, the review title has been registered in PROSPERO and the registration number is CRD42023405947.
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- Yasin M. Yasin
- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, Collage of Health Sciences, University of Doha for Science and Technology, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, Collage of Health Sciences, University of Doha for Science and Technology, Doha, Qatar
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- Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing, Faculty of Community Services, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Healthcare Management, College of Business Management, University of Doha for Science and Technology, Doha, Qatar
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Yasin YM, Alomari A, ten Ham-Baloyi W, Mofrad SA, Moxham LJ, Halcomb EJ, Fernandez R. Unveiling final-year students and new graduates' concerns, preparedness, and learning experiences during the pandemic in Qatar: A cross-sectional survey. Heliyon 2023; 9:e22337. [PMID: 38107276 PMCID: PMC10724530 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e22337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Revised: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023] Open
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Background The emergence of COVID-19 interrupted education worldwide and educational institutions were forced to switch to an online learning (E-learning) environment. Objectives To explore the perceived educational experiences, worries, and preparedness to enter clinical practice among final-year nursing students and new graduate nurses after studying during the COVID-19 pandemic. Design A cross-sectional survey design. Setting and participants: An online survey of final-year undergraduate bachelor of nursing students at a single university in Qatar and new graduates across 14 health facilities in Qatar was undertaken between May 2022 and July 2022. Methods Participant demographics, experiences of E-learning and perceptions of readiness for practice were collected using validated instruments and open-ended questions. Descriptive statistics and thematic exploration were used to analyze the data. Results Fifty-nine final-year students and 23 new graduates with an average age of 23.95 years (SD = 3.89) responded to the survey. Face-to-face clinical placement learning was preferred by 50 % of students and 66.1 % of graduates. During COVID-19, the majority of the participants indicated that strategies like practice kits and online simulations were implemented. While 61 % of new graduates felt well-prepared in their nursing skills, and 87 % felt confident, less than half of the students still in their final year of education felt prepared or confident. Increased stress and a perceived impact on education quality were reported due to changes in learning modalities. Despite these challenges, 81.1 % of students and 95.7 % of graduates felt they had developed sufficient professional values, with most looking forward to becoming registered nurses. The qualitative themes that emerged related to 1) adjusting to online learning, 2) experiencing restrictions in clinical learning skills, 3) feeling less confident and 4) experiencing increased stress. Conclusions Despite experiencing emotional and educational challenges, the participants in this study felt that their education prepared them for clinical practice. Innovative strategies and unique educational experiences used by educators enhanced participants' clinical skills and readiness for practice.
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- Yasin M. Yasin
- University of Doha for Science and Technology, P. O. Box 24449, Doha, Qatar
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- University of Doha for Science and Technology, P. O. Box 24449, Doha, Qatar
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Logroño KJ, Al-Lenjawi BA, Singh K, Alomari A. Assessment of nurse's perceived just culture: a cross-sectional study. BMC Nurs 2023; 22:348. [PMID: 37789341 PMCID: PMC10546793 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-023-01478-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 10/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The non-punitive approach to error investigation in most safety culture surveys have been relatively low. Most of the current patient safety culture measurement tools also lack the ability to directly gauge concepts important to a just culture (i.e. perceptions of fairness and trust). The purpose of this study is to assess nurses' perceptions of the six just culture dimensions using the validated Just Culture Assessment Tool (JCAT). METHODS This descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted between November and December 2020. Data from 212 staff nurses in a large referral hospital in Qatar were collected. A validated, self-reported survey called the JCAT was used to assess the perception of the just culture dimensions including feedback and communication, openness of communication, balance, quality of event reporting process, continuous improvement, and trust. RESULTS The study revealed that the overall positive perception score of just culture was (75.44%). The strength areas of the just culture were "continuous improvement" dimension (88.44%), "quality of events reporting process" (86.04%), followed by "feedback and communication" (80.19%), and "openness of communication" (77.55%) The dimensions such as "trust" (68.30%) and "balance" (52.55%) had a lower positive perception rates. CONCLUSION A strong and effective just culture is a cornerstone of any organization, particularly when it comes to ensuring safety. It places paramount importance on encouraging voluntary error reporting and establishing a robust feedback system to address safety-related events promptly. It also recognizes that errors present valuable opportunities for continuous improvement. Just culture is more than just a no-blame practice. By prioritizing accountability and responsibility among front-line workers, a just culture fosters a sense of ownership and a commitment to improve safety, rather than assigning blame.
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- Nursing and Midwifery Research Department, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- Nursing and Midwifery Research Department, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
- College of Health Sciences, University of Doha for Science and Technology, Doha, Qatar
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Alomari A, Singh K, Hassan N, Mannethodi K, Kunjavara J, Vellaramcheril Joy G, Al Lenjawi B. The improvement in research orientation among clinical nurses in Qatar: a cross-sectional study. Nurse Res 2023; 31:9-16. [PMID: 36511161 DOI: 10.7748/nr.2022.e1863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND The main barrier to engaging nurses in research is the lack of research knowledge and skills. AIM To explore the influence of research workshops on the research orientation of nurses in a large referral hospital in Qatar. DISCUSSION This article describes a cross-sectional study involving 564 nurses working in 14 health facilities who attended research workshops in Qatar. The authors collected data using the Edmonton Research Orientation Survey (EROS) as well as questions considering support and barriers to research. Descriptive statistics were used to summarise and determine the sample characteristics and distribution of participants. The participants who attended the workshop were found to have a higher orientation towards the EROS sub-scales of evidence-based practice, valuing of research, involvement in research, being at the leading edge of the profession and support for research, compared to those who did not attend the workshop. There was no statistical difference between the groups in the research barrier sub-scale. CONCLUSION Despite significant improvements in their responses to the EROS research orientation sub-scales after attending the workshop, the nurses still reported many barriers to being actively engaged in research. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Healthcare organisations should assist with integrating evidence-based practice into healthcare. There is a need for research education for clinical nurses to bring evidence into clinical practice to improve the quality of patient outcomes. Increasing the research capacity of nurses will lead to their emancipation in addressing the flaws in clinical practice and motivate them to use evidence in patient care.
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Al-Thawabiya A, Singh K, Al-Lenjawi BA, Alomari A. Leadership styles and transformational leadership skills among nurse leaders in Qatar, a cross-sectional study. Nurs Open 2023; 10:3440-3446. [PMID: 36760040 PMCID: PMC10170951 DOI: 10.1002/nop2.1636] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2022] [Revised: 12/28/2022] [Accepted: 01/19/2023] [Indexed: 02/11/2023] Open
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AIM There is a continuing need to implement strategies that create opportunities to develop leadership in Qatar, and to build institutions that can produce effective health managers and leaders. The scarcity of information and studies relating to leadership in this major healthcare corporation must be addressed. This article aims to explore nursing leadership styles and transformational leadership skills among nursing leaders, in Qatar. The study was conducted from October 2020 to January 2021. DESIGN A cross-sectional Study. METHODS A validated survey was administered to explore the prevalence of leadership styles and transformational leadership skills. Subsequent statistical data analysis achieved the research objectives. The Multi-Factor Leadership Questionnaire (Western Journal of Nursing Research, 1996) was used as an online de-identified validated questionnaire. RESULTS Eighty-nine nurses completed the survey. The nurse leaders in this study exhibited leadership traits or qualities that confirm transformational leadership. Some nurse leaders also exhibited transactional and autocratic leadership styles. Directors of nursing exhibit higher levels of transformational leadership style than head nurses, while the latter is more likely to manifest an autocratic leadership style. This study indicates that a development roadmap is needed to transform more nursing leaders into transformational leaders, particularly head nurses, and to universally improve transformational leadership skills among all nursing staff members.
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Singh K, Alomari A, Lenjawi B. Prevalence of Multimorbidity in the Middle East: A Systematic Review of Observational Studies. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2022; 19:16502. [PMID: 36554382 PMCID: PMC9778740 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192416502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2022] [Revised: 11/24/2022] [Accepted: 12/05/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND There has not been a review that evaluated the prevalence of multimorbidity in the Middle East. This review aims to measure the prevalence, demographic factors, and consequences of multimorbidity in the Middle East region. STUDY DESIGN A quantitative systematic review includes cross-sectional and longitudinal cohort studies. METHODS The prevalence systematic review approach from the Joanna Briggs Institute was applied. We searched PsychINFO, MEDLINE, EMCARE, CINAHL, Scopus, Science Direct, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials. Data were extracted methodically in accordance with Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) standards. Studies written in English and released between 2012 and March 2022 were included. For the meta-analysis, a random-effects model was applied. PROSPERO registration number: CRD42022335534. RESULTS The final sample consisted of eight cohort and observational studies. The number of participants varied from 354 to 796,427. Multimorbidity was present in all populations with a prevalence of 21.8% (95% confidence interval (CI): 21.7-21.8%). CONCLUSION Multimorbidity affects a significant section of the world's population. A uniform operationalization of multimorbidity is required in the Middle East in order to enable reliable estimates of illness burden, effective disease management, and resource distribution.
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Al-haddad M, Alananzeh IM, Green H, Alomari A, Fernandez R. Sexual experiences of cancer survivors: A qualitative study in Jordan. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0271264. [PMID: 36044463 PMCID: PMC9432677 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0271264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2021] [Accepted: 06/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Background
In Jordan, cancer is the second leading cause of death after cardiac disease. The impact of cancer on sexual relationships is a taboo subject and hence, such issues are underreported research among Jordanian people examining unmet needs.
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To examine the experiences and preferences of Jordanian cancer survivors related to communication regarding their sexual needs.
Methods
Qualitative study conducted between May and June 2020 using semi-structured face-to-face interviews using the snow-balling approach for recruitment. Participants were recruited until data saturation was obtained and data were analyzed using qualitative thematic analysis.
Results
Analysis of participants’ interview data identified three main categories: 1) The psychological impact of cancer of sexual relationships; 2) Physician support; 3) Variations in sexual life and sexual experiences.
Conclusion
The study revealed that there is a substantial psychological impact of cancer on sexual relationships among Arab Jordanian cancer survivors. Feeling powerless, being labelled as ‘sexually disabled’, and lack of communication with physicians were emphasized by participants as a barrier to discuss sexual needs with their physicians. Lack of physicians support negatively impact Jordanian cancer survivors sexual experience and led to increased their sense of powerlessness and loss of control over sexual relationships.
Implications for practice
Overall, the study indicated a crucial need for physicians to encourage patients to disclose their sexual experience to help them maintain their sexual and mental health while in the fight against cancer. The physicians, nurses and allied health professionals should be engaged in the conversation with patients by taking an active role in the discussion. Additionally, the family and partners of the patients should also be approached and engaged by health professionals in the discussion to address their needs or sexual issues.
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- School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Health, University of Wollongong in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia
- Centre for Research in Nursing and Health, George Hospital, Centre for Evidence Based Initiatives in Health Care, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia
- Centre for Research in Nursing and Health, George Hospital, Centre for Evidence Based Initiatives in Health Care, Sydney, Australia
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Alomari A, Alananzeh I, Lord H, Abdulla Al-Lenjawi B, Fernandez R. Medication Adherence Rate in Arab Patients With Cardiovascular Disease: A Systematic Review. J Transcult Nurs 2022; 33:632-641. [PMID: 35583032 DOI: 10.1177/10436596221095851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the most common chronic illnesses in the Eastern Mediterranean. There have been few studies on medication adherence in Arab patients with CVD. AIM To investigate the rates and the reasons for medication adherence in Arab patients with CVD. METHODOLOGY The Joanna Briggs Institute methodology for prevalence systematic reviews was used. MEDLINE, EMCARE, CINAHL, Scopus, Science Direct, PsychINFO, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were searched. RESULTS Thirteen quantitative studies on medication adherence in Arab adult CVD patients were included.Pooled data from nine studies demonstrated that 53.2% (95% confidence interval = [51.2%, 55.1%]) of patients were adherent to their medications. Reasons for nonadherence to medication include personal factors, understanding, and complexity of treatment regimes, medication knowledge and structural barriers. CONCLUSION Medication adherence appears to have a social gradient, and families should be actively involved in future strategies to increase medication adherence.
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- South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, Kogarah, New South Wales, Australia
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Alomari A, Hunt L, Lord H, Halcomb E, Fernandez R, Middleton R, Moxham L. Understanding the support needs of Australian nursing students during COVID-19: a cross-sectional study. Contemp Nurse 2021; 57:258-268. [PMID: 34689721 DOI: 10.1080/10376178.2021.1997147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Background: COVID-19 has caused significant disruption. This has been particularly evident within the university student population where their traditional ways of learning were abruptly reorganised and support structures removed.Objective: This paper aims to explore undergraduate student nurses' perceptions of the support required from the university during COVID-19 using the Achievement Goal Theory framework.Design: Data were collected via an online survey of undergraduate student nurses from an Australian university. This paper is reporting the data from a single open-ended item asking participants about their support needs from the University. Data were analysed using thematic analysis.Results: Of the 178 students who responded 206 individual statements were provided about the support they would like from the university. Four primary themes emerged, Support beyond academia, Academic support, Online learning readiness and Clinical practice units and clinical placement. The students identified that their needs during this pandemic include financial needs, social isolation, needs for more communication and unpreparedness for online teaching.Conclusion: Several factors were identified by participants about the additional support required from the university during COVID-19. Understanding and addressing these factors have the potential to improve student support during COVID-19 and support students in future crises.Impact statement: Understanding what support students perceive they require from the university during significant disruption will assist in future crisis management planning.
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- Albara Alomari
- Nursing and Midwifery Research Department, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Penrith South, Australia
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- Clinical Nurse Consultant, Centre for Research in Nursing and Health, Kogarah, Australia
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Science, Medicine & Health, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Science, Medicine & Health, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia
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- Faculty of Science, Medicine & Health, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia
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Middleton R, Fernandez R, Moxham L, Tapsell A, Halcomb E, Lord H, Alomari A, Hunt L. Generational differences in psychological wellbeing and preventative behaviours among nursing students during COVID-19: a cross-sectional study. Contemp Nurse 2021; 57:213-223. [PMID: 34591737 DOI: 10.1080/10376178.2021.1987941] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Many nursing programmes have had to swiftly move online in response to COVID-19. Nursing students are often a heterogenous group that traverses generational boundaries. Exploring generational differences may assist in developing support systems for specific groups. This study sought to examine psychological wellbeing and preventative behaviours among nursing students from the iGeneration in comparison to older generations. METHOD A prospective cross-sectional study was undertaken using a convenience sample of pre-registration nursing students studying at two Australian Universities, one regional and one metropolitan. About 631 pre-registration nursing students completed an online survey. RESULTS An independent samples t-test revealed that students from the iGeneration possess higher anxiety compared to nursing students from older generations (p = .000). Compared to iGeneration participants, older generation participants had significantly higher scores for knowledge of COVID-19 (p = .015). iGeneration participants utilised social media to source information about COVID-19 far more than older generations (p = .008). iGeneration participants were significantly more concerned than older generations about the impact of COVID-19 on completing their clinical placement (p = .014). Older generations tended to have higher academic preventative behaviours, with significant mean scores for not attending university if they or others they knew had symptoms of COVID-19. CONCLUSION Given the differences between generation groups with regard to psychological wellbeing, knowledge about COVID-19, and concerns about studying in an altered study environment, strategies should be targeted to generational groups. Anxiety negatively impacts the quality of life, educational performance and clinical practice and is experienced more frequently in the iGeneration. Therefore it is crucial for nursing educators to reflect on how they engage this generation in the online space to provide support, stability and a sense of connection. This will contribute towards ensuring a well-prepared future nursing workforce who may encounter other pandemics and isolating events. IMPACT STATEMENT Compared with other generations, iGeneration students have a greater likelihood to experience mental health issues, isolation and insecurity. Nursing leaders and educators must be sensitive to such intergenerational differences, to ensure they are developing a skilled and productive workforce.
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- Rebekkah Middleton
- School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia.,Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute (IHMRI), University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia
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- School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia.,Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute (IHMRI), University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia.,St George Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia.,Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute (IHMRI), University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia.,Global Challenges Program, Research and Innovation Division, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia
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- Public Health Unit, Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, Australia
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- School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia.,Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute (IHMRI), University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Liverpool, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Liverpool, Australia
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Alomari A, Alananzeh I, Lord H, Fernandez R. The Adherence to Healthy Lifestyle Among Arab Patients With Cardiovascular Disease: Mixed-Method Review. J Transcult Nurs 2021; 33:33-40. [PMID: 34318717 DOI: 10.1177/10436596211035176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Cardiovascular disease (CVD) accounts for 25% to 45% of deaths among Arab people. The purpose of this review was to investigate the level, predictors, motivators, and barriers to adherence to lifestyle recommendations among Arab patients with CVD. METHOD A systematic search of the literature was conducted and reported using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. MEDLINE, EMCARE, CINAHL, Scopus, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were searched. Studies that explored adherence to a healthy lifestyle among Arab adult patients with CVD were included. RESULTS Twelve studies were included. Quantitative results showed low adherence among Arab people with CVD. Qualitative synthesized results revealed that internal motivators, personal desire as well as structural drivers impact the patient's ability to adhere to a healthy lifestyle. DISCUSSION Multidimensional solutions that consider religion and culture and include active involvement of families are required to improve adherence.
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- Albara Alomari
- Western Sydney University, Penrith, New South Wales, Australia
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- South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, Kogarah, New South Wales, Australia
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- University of Wollongong, Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia
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Kochuvilayil T, Fernandez RS, Moxham LJ, Lord H, Alomari A, Hunt L, Middleton R, Halcomb EJ. COVID-19: Knowledge, anxiety, academic concerns and preventative behaviours among Australian and Indian undergraduate nursing students: A cross-sectional study. J Clin Nurs 2021; 30:882-891. [PMID: 33434378 PMCID: PMC8013450 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.15634] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2020] [Revised: 11/10/2020] [Accepted: 12/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To compare knowledge, anxiety, academic concerns and preventative behaviours between undergraduate nursing students in Australia and India during the COVID-19 pandemic. BACKGROUND Based on the World Health Organization's direction for containment of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), countries implemented varying levels of restrictions including closure of university campuses and providing on line undergraduate education. METHODS Students in NSW, Australia and Kerala, India completed an online survey assessing their (a) knowledge and source of information about COVID-19; (b) anxiety; and coping strategies; (c) academic concerns; and (d) preventative behaviours. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to summarise the data. RESULTS Data from 99 Australian and 113 Indian undergraduate nurses were analysed. Greater number of Indian students indicated having sufficient knowledge of COVID-19 (OR 0.22; 95% CI 0.08, 0.63), getting information about COVID-19 from social media (OR 0.03; 95% CI 0.01, 0.07) and being concerned about 'attending clinical placement' (MD-1.08; 95% CI -1.94, -0.23). Australian students reported significantly higher levels of anxiety (MD 1.99 95% CI 1.21, 2.78), difficulty sleeping (OR 18.00; 95% CI 6.76, 47.96), concentrating (OR 33.22; 95% CI 13.85, 79.67) and eating (OR 14.05; 95% CI 3.19, 61.84). Greater number of Australian students indicated that they would go to the University if they needed to meet with other students (OR 9.21; 95% CI 3.08, 27.55), had to access the library (OR 7.20; 95% CI 3.26, 15.90) or had a group assignment (OR 2.93; 95% CI 1.26, 6.77). CONCLUSIONS Wide variations were present in knowledge, anxiety, academic concerns and preventative behaviours among undergraduate nursing students in two countries. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE Undergraduate students may benefit from additional support from the University and staff in the clinical setting with online learning and resources in order to adjust to the 'new normal' and enable them to achieve academic success.
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- Faculty of Science, Medicine and HealthSchool of NursingUniversity of WollongongWollongongNSWAustralia
- Centre for Research in Nursing and HealthSt George HospitalKogarahNSWAustralia
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- Faculty of Science, Medicine and HealthSchool of NursingUniversity of WollongongWollongongNSWAustralia
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- Centre for Research in Nursing and HealthSt George HospitalKogarahNSWAustralia
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- School of Nursing and MidwiferyWestern Sydney UniversityLiverpoolNSWAustralia
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- School of Nursing and MidwiferyWestern Sydney UniversityLiverpoolNSWAustralia
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- Faculty of Science, Medicine and HealthSchool of NursingUniversity of WollongongWollongongNSWAustralia
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- Faculty of Science, Medicine and HealthSchool of NursingUniversity of WollongongWollongongNSWAustralia
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Alomari A, Sheppard-Law S, Lewis J, Wilson V. Effectiveness of Clinical Nurses' interventions in reducing medication errors in a paediatric ward. J Clin Nurs 2020; 29:3403-3413. [PMID: 32531850 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.15374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2019] [Revised: 05/12/2020] [Accepted: 05/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To evaluate a bundle of interventions, developed and implemented by nurses, to reduce medication administration error rates and improve nurses' medication administration practice. BACKGROUND Medication administration errors are a problematic issue worldwide, despite previous attempts to reduce them. Most interventions to date focus on isolated elements of the medication process and fail to actively involve nurses in developing solutions. DESIGN An Action Research (AR) three-phase quantitative study. METHODS Phase One aimed to build an overall picture of medication practice. Phase Two aimed to develop and implement targeted interventions. During this phase, the research team recruited six clinical paediatric nurses to be part of the AR Team. Five interventions were developed and implemented by the clinical nurses during this phase. The interventions were evaluated in Phase Three. Data collection included medication incident data, medication policy audits based on hospital medication policy and Safety Attitudes Questionnaire. Quantitative analysis was undertaken. The Standards for QUality Improvement Reporting Excellence (SQUIRE) checklist was followed in reporting this study. RESULTS Postimplementing the interventions, medication error rates were reduced by 56.9% despite an increase in the number of patient admissions and in the number of prescribed medications. The rate of medication errors per 1,000 prescribed medications significantly declined from 2014 to 2016. The ward nurses were more compliant with the policy in postintervention phase than preintervention phase. The improvement in SAQ was reported in five of the seven domains. CONCLUSION Clinically based nurse's participation in action research enabled practice reflection, development and implementation of a bundle of interventions, which led to a change in nursing practice and subsequent reduction in medication administration error rates. Active engagement of nurses in research empowers them to find solutions that are tailored to their own practice culture and environment.
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- Albara Alomari
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW, Australia
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- Nursing Research Unit SCHN, University of Technology Sydney, Randwick, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- University of Technology, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- University of Wollongong and Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District & Adjunct University of Technology, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Kim K, Chaudry G, Alomari A, Padua H, Shaikh R, Chewning R. 3:54 PM Abstract No. 162 Persistent embryonic and orthotopic venous anatomy in Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2019.12.197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Alomari M, Kerr C, Chaudry G, Chewning R, Padua H, Shaikh R, Landrigan-Ossar M, Alomari A. Abstract No. 623 Shorter recovery time following pediatric non-targeted liver biopsy: positive clinical and cost impact. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2019.12.684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Shaikh R, Alomari A, Chewning R, Padua H, Chaudry G. Abstract No. 624 Venous thrombolysis and recanalization in pediatric patients: a single-center experience. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2019.12.685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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Alomari A, Wilson V, Lewis J. Action research: A mechanism for active engagement of clinical nurses in a program of research. Nurs Health Sci 2020; 22:539-547. [DOI: 10.1111/nhs.12690] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2019] [Revised: 01/27/2020] [Accepted: 01/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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- Albara Alomari
- School of Nursing and Midwifery Western Sydney University Penrith New South Wales Australia
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- School of Nursing University of Wollongong and Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District & Adjunct University of Technology Sydney New South Wales Australia
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- Faculty of Health University of Technology Sydney New South Wales Australia
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Purpose The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of placement of tunneled hemodialysis catheters in patients with occluded or stenotic central veins. Materials and Methods Data were prospectively collected for 26 patients (11 male, 15 female, mean age 52 years) referred for placement of tunneled hemodialysis catheters with central venous stenoses or occlusions. The central venous occlusions or stenoses were recanalized using traditional interventional catheter and guidewire techniques. Results Thirty central venous access procedures were performed of which 28 (93%) procedures resulted in successful tunneled catheter insertion. Twenty-one internal jugular venous (13 right, 8 left) and 7 subclavian venous (3 right, 4 left) catheters were placed. Eighteen stenotic and 10 occluded venous segments were crossed including the brachiocephalic vein (n = 22), subclavian vein (n = 2), and the superior vena cava (4). One patient required insertion of a metallic stent to facilitate passage of the hemodialysis catheter across an occluded brachiocephalic vein. No procedure-related complications occurred. No episodes of upper extremity swelling or superior vena cava syndrome occurred following catheter insertion. Conclusion Insertion of tunneled hemodialysis catheter across occluded or stenotic central veins is technically feasible and safe. The use of occluded or stenotic central veins for catheter access preserves patent central veins for future shunt access.
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- A. Falk
- Department of Radiology, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Department of Radiology, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Department of Radiology, St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY - USA
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Considering the reported safety, efficiency, and low cost of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs), they are increasingly preferred to central venous catheters for short-term delivery of medical therapies. Here, we report a case of severe median nerve bisection during PICC placement via a brachial vein. While such nerve damage is uncommon, the case indicates that when the brachial vein is selected as an access site over the basilic and cephalic veins, caution should be exercised during PICC placement since the brachial vein traverses in close proximity to the median nerve.
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- A Alomari
- Department of Radiology, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, USA.
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Alomari A, Wilson V, Solman A, Bajorek B, Tinsley P. Pediatric Nurses' Perceptions of Medication Safety and Medication Error: A Mixed Methods Study. Compr Child Adolesc Nurs 2017; 41:94-110. [PMID: 28557578 DOI: 10.1080/24694193.2017.1323977] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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This study aims to outline the current workplace culture of medication practice in a pediatric medical ward. The objective is to explore the perceptions of nurses in a pediatric clinical setting as to why medication administration errors occur. As nurses have a central role in the medication process, it is essential to explore nurses' perceptions of the factors influencing the medication process. Without this understanding, it is difficult to develop effective prevention strategies aimed at reducing medication administration errors. Previous studies were limited to exploring a single and specific aspect of medication safety. The methods used in these studies were limited to survey designs which may lead to incomplete or inadequate information being provided. This study is phase 1 on an action research project. Data collection included a direct observation of nurses during medication preparation and administration, audit based on the medication policy, and guidelines and focus groups with nursing staff. A thematic analysis was undertaken by each author independently to analyze the observation notes and focus group transcripts. Simple descriptive statistics were used to analyze the audit data. The study was conducted in a specialized pediatric medical ward. Four key themes were identified from the combined quantitative and qualitative data: (1) understanding medication errors, (2) the busy-ness of nurses, (3) the physical environment, and (4) compliance with medication policy and practice guidelines. Workload, frequent interruptions to process, poor physical environment design, lack of preparation space, and impractical medication policies are identified as barriers to safe medication practice. Overcoming these barriers requires organizations to review medication process policies and engage nurses more in medication safety research and in designing clinical guidelines for their own practice.
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- Albara Alomari
- a University of Technology Sydney , Ultimo , New South Wales , Australia
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- a University of Technology Sydney , Ultimo , New South Wales , Australia.,b University of Wollongong , Wollongong , New South Wales , Australia.,c Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District , Wollongong , New South Wales , Australia
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- a University of Technology Sydney , Ultimo , New South Wales , Australia
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- a University of Technology Sydney , Ultimo , New South Wales , Australia
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- d Sydney Children's Hospitals Network , Sydney , New South Wales , Australia
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Shaikh R, Alomari A. Image-guided cryoablation: predictors to create a successful paradigm shift in treating painful vascular malformations. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2016.12.706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Kamal M, El-Khateeb N, Awad M, Zaghloul MS, Ahmed S, El-Beltagy M, Taha H, Refaat A, Abouelnaga S, Refaat A, Aggag M, Youssef A, Kamal M, Gharieb A, El-Beltagy M, Taha H, Ezzat S, Kamal M, Hassanain O, Abouelnaga S, Hussein H, Hosny H, Sabry M, Samir A, El-Beltagy M, Kamal M, Zaghloul MS, Abouelnaga S, Taha H, El Beltagy M, Atteya M, Moiyadi A, Shetty P, El-Shazly M, El Masry A, Quaddoumi I, El-Fiki M, Fadel S, Xiong H, Shao J, Li J, Xu Z, Ezziane-Guechi K, Atif ML, Bouzid K, Bezzaoucha A, Faranoush M, Mehrvar A, Asl AAH, Tashvighi M, Parsa RR, Fazeli MA, Sobuti B, Mehrvar N, Ali J, Zangooei R, Alebouyeh M, Vossough P, Perek D, Baginska BD, Drogosiewicz M, Polnik MP, Grajkowska W, Roszkowski M, Sobol G, Musiol K, Wachowiak J, Kazmierczak B, Pogorzelski JP, Mlynarski W, Szewczyk BZ, Wysocki M, Niedzielska E, Kowalczyk J, Slusarz HW, Balwierz W, Czepko EZ, Szolkiewicz A, Haddad P, Zali A, Tabatabaeefar M, Nikoofar A, Kharazi HH, Ghadyani M, Fadavi P, Mukhomorova L, Faranoush M, Nami MT, Botelho I, Pedrosa F, Qaddoumi I, Ribeiro R, Pedrosa A, Hazim A, Furtado G, Serra S, Procopio S, Pillai A, Mr B, Panikar D, Jarrar M, Alharbi M, Alharbi T, Alsudairy R, Alomari A, Aljamaan K, Alsultan A, Hnin TM, Khaing A, Tin HH, Ebeid E, El Haddad M, Mansour A, El Haddad A, Maza I, Vasquez L, Ordonez K, Paredes G, Yabar A, Ugarte E, Geronimo J. NEURO-ONCOLOGY IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES. Neuro Oncol 2012. [DOI: 10.1093/neuonc/nos094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Brucellosis is endemic in Saudi Arabia. This report summarizes the epidemiology of brucellosis in children. METHOD A retrospective review was made of medical records of all patients admitted to King Fahad National Guard Hospital with brucellosis during the period from 1984 to 1995. RESULTS Children < or =12 years constituted 115/545 (21%) of the total brucellosis admissions. The mean age was 5.8 years and 64% of the patients were males. Consumption of unpasteurized milk (often from camel) was the main source of infection. In 70% the clinical picture was dominated by arthritis, 20% of patients presented with a non-specific febrile illness without localizing signs, and 10% had a febrile illness with uncommon presentations. Brucella serology was most helpful in making an early diagnosis. Initial titers of >1:640 were found in 90% of the cases. Bacteremia was observed in 45% and of the isolates speciated, 96% were Brucella melitensis. No increase in resistance to commonly used antimicrobials was noted during the 12-year study period. A combination of rifampin plus co-trimoxazole with or without streptomycin was used in two thirds of the patients. The overall rate of relapse was 9% and one patient died from neurobrucellosis. CONCLUSION Brucellosis presents in various ways and should be included in the differential diagnosis of arthritis in endemic countries. Prevention should rely on education including on boiling raw milk.
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- Mohammed Al Shaalan
- Department of Pediatrics, King Fahad National Guard Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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OBJECTIVE Brucellosis is endemic in Saudi Arabia. This report summarizes the epidemiology of brucellosis in children. METHOD A retrospective review was made of medical records of all patients admitted to King Fahad National Guard Hospital with brucellosis during the period from 1984 to 1995. RESULTS Children < or =12 years constituted 115/545 (21%) of the total brucellosis admissions. The mean age was 5.8 years and 64% of the patients were males. Consumption of unpasteurized milk (often from camel) was the main source of infection. In 70% the clinical picture was dominated by arthritis, 20% of patients presented with a non-specific febrile illness without localizing signs, and 10% had a febrile illness with uncommon presentations. Brucella serology was most helpful in making an early diagnosis. Initial titers of >1:640 were found in 90% of the cases. Bacteremia was observed in 45% and of the isolates speciated, 96% were Brucella melitensis. No increase in resistance to commonly used antimicrobials was noted during the 12-year study period. A combination of rifampin plus co-trimoxazole with or without streptomycin was used in two thirds of the patients. The overall rate of relapse was 9% and one patient died from neurobrucellosis. CONCLUSION Brucellosis presents in various ways and should be included in the differential diagnosis of arthritis in endemic countries. Prevention should rely on education including on boiling raw milk.
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- Mohammed Al Shaalan
- Department of Pediatrics, King Fahad National Guard Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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