Experiences of oncology nurses regarding self-compassion and compassionate care: A qualitative study.

AIM: The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of oncology nurses about self-compassion and compassionate care. BACKGROUND: The concept of self-care is emphasized in detail in the literature, and not much is known about the concept of self-compassion among nurses. Beyond the definitions of self-compassion and compassion in the literature, there is a need to explore and express the meaning of self-compassion and compassion in the context of oncology nursing. METHODS: This is a descriptive qualitative study. Semistructured interviews were conducted with 19 oncology nurses working in the oncology service of a university hospital. Interviews were analyzed using thematic analysis through an inductive approach. Consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative studies (COREQ) were used to ensure the comprehensive reporting of this qualitative study protocol. RESULTS: Two themes emerged: (1) compassion through the eyes of oncology nurses and barriers to compassionate care fall under the theme of wounded healers, and (2) self-compassion through the eyes of oncology nurses, barriers to self-compassion, and self-care as a dimension of self-compassion fall under the theme of caring for our suffering: self-compassion. CONCLUSIONS: Although nurses think that self-compassion is important, they do not show self-compassion. There are personal and organizational barriers to compassionate care and self-compassion for oncology nurses. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING POLICY: These findings show that oncology nurses need personal and organizational resources for their self-compassion. The existence of programs to develop self-compassion can offset the effects of being in a caregiving position. Oncology nurses must request these services from organization, managers and even policymakers. The existence of policies that also consider the mental health of nurses can pave the way for compassionate care.

The effect of a peer education program on nursing students' beliefs toward mental illnesses and their career choices.

PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of a peer education program on nursing students' beliefs toward mental illnesses and their career choices. DESIGN AND METHODS: This one-group quasi-experimental study was conducted with 95 undergraduate nursing students. FINDINGS: The peer education program positively affected nursing students' beliefs toward mental illnesses (p < 0.005). It was determined that the students preferred psychiatric nursing more as a career field after the peer education program. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Peer education programs may be a part of the nursing curriculum in combating stigma toward mental illnesses.

The predictive role of nursing students' individual characteristics and psychological resilience in psychological distress.

PURPOSE: This study aims to determine the predictive role of nursing students' individual characteristics and psychological resilience in psychological distress. DESIGN AND METHODS: This study is a descriptive cross-sectional study. The study sample included 652 nursing students. Binary logistic regression analysis was used for analysis. FINDINGS: It has been determined that 65.3% of nursing students have psychological distress. Having a chronic disease, being a woman, poor academic success, choosing the profession so as not to be unemployed, being single and low psychological resilience are factors that affect psychological distress. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: It is recommended to screen nursing students for psychological distress to increase interventions that improve the psychological resilience of risky students.

Effect of a nurse-led intervention program on the physical health and quality of life of individuals with severe mental illness.

PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of nurse-led intervention programs on patients' physical health, physical activities, healthy lifestyle behaviors, and quality of life. DESIGN AND METHODS: The research was conducted with a quasi-experimental design. The sample consisted of 33 individuals with severe mental illness. Data were collected with the Healthy Lifestyle Behavior Scale II, the Short Form-36 Quality-of-Life Instrument, and pedometers. FINDINGS: The individuals in the intervention group showed a statistically significant decrease in waist circumference and increases in the physical activity and nutrition dimensions of healthy lifestyle behaviors and the physical function of quality of life. No statistically significant changes were detected in anthropometric measurements, healthy lifestyle behaviors, or quality-of-life subscales in the control group. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Mental health nursing and psychiatric nurses should plan and implement interventions to encourage healthy eating and physical activity for patients.

Relationship between nomophobia of nursing students and their obesity and self-esteem.

PURPOSE: The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between student nurses' nomophobia levels and obesity and self-esteem. DESIGN AND METHODS: This study is a descriptive-correlational type study. This study conducted 607 nursing students. Data were collected with "Personal Information Form," "Nomophobia Questionnaire (NMP-Q)," and "The Self Esteem Rating Scale-Short Form." FINDINGS: As a result of the research, it was determined that the students had moderate nomophobia. There was no significant relationship between nomophobia and obesity and self-esteem. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: It was determined that especially when they are bored, the rate of using smartphones is high, and the use of smartphones harms their lives. More studies are needed to examine the relationship of nomophobia with students' body mass index and self-esteem.

Experiences of individuals with severe mental illnesses about physical health services: A qualitative study.

AIM: This study aims to understand the ideas and experiences of individuals' with severe mental illnesses regarding their access to physical health care services. METHODS: In this study, a qualitative descriptive approach and content analysis were used. The sample comprised 14 individuals with severe mental illnesses in a psychiatric clinic. RESULTS: Three themes emerged: i) a barrier theme related to the patient and the illness, health care professionals, and the health system; ii) a theme that comprised facilitators, for example, health care system facilitators and family support; and iii) an expectations theme, comprising patients' and health care services. CONCLUSION: Individuals with severe mental illnesses must overcome many barriers while receiving physical health care, and nursing interventions are critical for increasing these patients' access to physical health services.

Perception of physical health by patients with severe mental illness and their family caregivers: A qualitative study.

PURPOSE: The aim of this study is to determine the perceptions of both individuals with severe mental illness and their family caregivers regarding the physical health status of patients. DESIGN AND METHODS: A descriptive qualitative design was implemented, and 11 individuals with severe mental illness and 12 caregivers were analysed. FINDINGS: Two main themes emerged as a result of the content analysis: a "physical health-related barriers" theme and a "need for better physical health" theme. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Patients and their family caregivers experience a number of barriers and difficulties related to maintaining and improving physical health. Psychiatric nurses should recognize these barriers and assist in empowering both patients and their family caregivers to overcome them.

The views and habits of the individuals with mental illness about physical activity and nutrition.

PURPOSE: The aim of this study is to determine the views and habits of the individuals with mental illness on physical activities and nutrition behaviors. DESIGN AND METHODS: This study was carried out descriptive qualitative method. The sample of the study consisted of 15 individuals with mental illness. The data were collected with Socio-Demographic Information Form and Semi-Structured Interview Form and analyzed by content analysis. FINDINGS: Four main themes emerged as the result of the analysis of the data. These themes are the barriers, facilitators, habits, and the needs. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Mental health nurses should be aware of the barriers of individuals with mental illness. It is recommended that mental health nurses make interventions to encourage patients to have physical activity and healthy eating.