Attitudes of Nursing Students towards Suicide Prevention: A Study from Central India

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deepak Ghormode ◽  
Pramod Gupta ◽  
Devendra Ratnani ◽  
S. K. Singh
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Central India ◽  
Prevention Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Favourable Attitude ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Suicide Prevention Training ◽  
Training Programmes

Background: Managing patients with suicide attempts effectively requires overcoming barriers to their care. The attitudes and beliefs of the healthcare professionals have significant effect on the outcome of the treatment and implementation of the preventive strategies. Objectives: Aim of the study was to assess the attitude of nursing students toward suicide prevention. Materials and Methods: The study had a cross sectional design of 284 nursing students who were randomly recruited from the two institutions. Attitude toward suicide prevention scale was administered.  Results: Most were young single females, from rural locality, who were pursuing either BSc Nursing or GNM courses. Very few had previous exposure to suicide prevention training programmes. Nearly half of the students showed favourable attitude towards patients with suicidal attempt, considering it as their responsibility and their efforts as rewarding. Nearly half students also showed empathy towards these patients not considering the attempts as just attention seeking ones. Nearly one third were uncertain whether the patients reveal their plans of attempt and whether the suicide prevention measures were draining of the resources. Half of the subjects showed pessimism towards modifying the risk factors of unemployment and poverty. Conclusions: Only half of the nursing students showed favourable attitude working with patients with suicide attempts. More educational and training programs on suicide prevention are therefore needed in these students for better prevention and management of these patients.

The Attitudes of Nursing Students towards Patients Who Attempt Suicide: A Study from Central India

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (02) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deepak Ghormode ◽  
Pramod Gupta ◽  
S. K. Singh ◽  
Devendra Ratnani
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Suicide Attempt ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Central India ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Favourable Attitude ◽  
Global Health Issue ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Suicide Prevention Training ◽  
Training Programmes

Background: Suicide being a global health issue, the attitudes and beliefs of the healthcare professionals towards these attempters have significant effect on the outcome of the treatment. Objectives: Aim of the study was to assess the attitude of nursing students towards patients with suicide attempt. Materials and Methods: The study had a cross sectional design of 284 nursing students who were randomly recruited from the two institutions. Suicide opinion Questionnaire was administered. Results: Most were young single females, from rural locality, who were pursuing either BSc Nursing or GNM courses. Very few had previous exposure to suicide prevention training programmes. More than half of the students showed favourable attitude towards patients with suicidal attempt. Majority of students showed favourable attitudes for more than half of the attitudinal statements giving importance to the mental illness, disturbed family life, and depression and risk factors for suicide attempt. Unfavourable and uncertain attitude was noticed for a few of the statements. Conclusions: The nursing students showed favourable attitude towards patients with suicide attempts. More educational and training programs are therefore needed in these students for improving the uncertain and unfavourable responses to a few of these attitudes for better management of these patients.

Psychological, Structural, Social and Economic Determinants of Suicide Attempt: Risk Assessment and Decision Making Strategies

2021 ◽  
pp. 003022282110034
Author(s):  
Azam Farmani ◽  
Mojtaba Rahimianbougar ◽  
Yousef Mohammadi ◽  
Hossein Faramarzi ◽  
Siamak Khodarahimi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Assessment ◽  
Suicide Attempt ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Psychological Services ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Economic Determinants ◽  
History Of ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
High Level ◽  
Risk Assessment And Management

The aim of this research was to conduct a risk assessment and management of psychological, structural, social and economic determinants (PSSED) in a suicide attempt. The sample consisted of 353 individuals who had a recorded history of suicidal attempt; and 20 professional individuals by purposive sampling method within a descriptive cross-sectional design. Worksheets for RAM and AHP were used for data collection in this study. The rate of suicide attempt was 7.21 per 100,000 population in this study. Analysis showed that depression and mental disorders; personality disorders; family problems; socio-cultural and economic problems; lack of awareness; and low level of education have a high level of risk for suicide attempts. Psychiatric and psychological services; awareness and knowledge of life skills; medical services to dysfunctional families; development of community-based planning for PSSED of suicide; and employment and entrepreneurship services may lower suicide attempt risk.

Examining the religiosity of nursing caregivers and their attitudes toward voluntary and involuntary euthanasia

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (6) ◽  
pp. 317-325
Author(s):  
Gizell Green
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Terminal Illness ◽  
Religious Values ◽  
Voluntary Euthanasia ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Common ◽  
Brain Dead ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Taking Care

Background: Nurses play an important role in taking care of people who have a terminal illness. Aims: To examine nursing caregivers' religiosity as the mediator between voluntary and involuntary euthanasia, and to compare nursing caregiver religiosity groups and the voluntary and involuntary euthanasia attitudes of nurses and nursing students. Methods: A cross sectional design was applied and 298 nursing caregivers voluntarily participated and completed the questionnaire. Findings: Religiosity partially contributes as mediator between voluntary and involuntary euthanasia. All nursing caregiver religiosity groups show more support for voluntary euthanasia. Moreover, nursing students and nurses differ with respect to support for euthanasia in extreme situations, such as patients that are clinically brain-dead. Conclusion: Findings may be attributed to the clash of religious values, due to the common injunction against taking a life especially as regards involuntary euthanasia.

scholarly journals The mediating effects of social support and interpersonal competence on the relationship between empathy and caring efficiency in nursing students

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 186-196
Author(s):  
Jisuk Lee ◽  
Hyeyoung Cho
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Theoretical Basis ◽  
Interpersonal Competence ◽  
Mediating Effects ◽  
Design Data ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Nursing College ◽  
The Relationship

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate interpersonal competence and social support and their mediating effects on the relationship between caring efficacy and empathy in nursing students. Methods: This study used a cross-sectional design. Data collection was conducted from February 5 to February 12, 2019, from 254 students enrolled in the Department of Nursing in Jeollabuk-do and Chungcheongbuk-do. Data analysis was conducted using the SPSS/WIN 21.0 program. Results: As a result of verifying the mediating effects of social support and interpersonal competence on the relationship between the empathy ability and caring efficacy of nursing college students, it was found that social support and interpersonal competence partially mediated the relationship between the two variables (Z=1.68, p=.046).Conclusion: Through this study, a theoretical basis was provided that when applied to an educational program could improve nursing students' caring efficacy. Content that can improve not only empathy but also social support and interpersonal competence should be included.

scholarly journals FAMILY SOCIAL SUPPORT AND PATIENTS MOTIVATION PREVENT PULMONARY TUBERCULOSIS TRANSMISSION

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 57-64
Author(s):  
Ayu Putu Yunita Lestari ◽  
Dwi Prima Hanis Kusumaningtiyas ◽  
I Ketut Andika Priastana
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Prevention Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Pulmonary Tb ◽  
Family Social Support ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Relationship Of

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis which usually attacks the lungs. The increasing number of TB patients will result in an increase in TB transmission in the community. The lack of prevention measures of TB transmission occurs because the patient has less motivation in preventing the transmission of disease. This study aims to determine the relationship of family social support with patient motivation in preventing transmission of pulmonary TB in Negara Sub-district 2019. This study is quantitative study and used a cross-sectional design. The population in this study was pulmonary TB patients in the Negara sub-district with a total sample of 43 respondents. The research sample used a Simple Random Sampling technique. Analysis of the study using Spearman’s Rho. Family social support the most lung TB people are in good category 37 (86%). The motivation of patients in preventing the transmission of the most lung TB in the category of good 40 (93%). The results of the research analysis state P = 0.005 (P = 0.05). There is a relationship between the social support of the family with the motivation of the patient in preventing the transmission of lung TB.

Evaluation Results of Initial Training Teachers Programs in Mexico Based on the Performance of Their Students

2018 ◽  
pp. 2082-2099
Author(s):  
Edgar Oliver Cardoso ◽  
Jorge Mejía Bricaire ◽  
Fernando Briseño Hurtado ◽  
Joel García Mendoza
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Training ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Initial Teacher Training ◽  
Teacher Training Programs ◽  
General Data ◽  
Research Competences ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
Education In Mexico

The study aimed to evaluate the proficiency levels of students of programmes of initial teacher training in the areas of planning, evaluation, use of ICT, didactics, and research competences in institutions of higher education in Mexico. The research approach used was non-experimental because there was not a deliberate manipulation of the variables. This papers was worked with a cross-sectional design. Initial teacher training programs evaluated based on the results of their students (521 subjects in total). For the collection of data was used a questionnaire to assess competencies and get information that would make the diagnosis of initial teacher training programmes. The instrument responded in a single application and it was composed of two sections: Respondents' general data and professional skills: structured under teaching domains of planning, assessment, management, ICT usage and research. Questions were evaluated using a scale of frequency of five degrees the scale used corresponds to a Likert-type.

Evaluation Results of Initial Training Teachers Programs in Mexico Based on the Performance of Their Students

2016 ◽  
pp. 311-327
Author(s):  
Edgar Oliver Cardoso ◽  
Jorge Mejía Bricaire ◽  
Fernando Briseño Hurtado ◽  
Joel García Mendoza
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Training ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Initial Teacher Training ◽  
Teacher Training Programs ◽  
General Data ◽  
Research Competences ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
Education In Mexico

The study aimed to evaluate the proficiency levels of students of programmes of initial teacher training in the areas of planning, evaluation, use of ICT, didactics, and research competences in institutions of higher education in Mexico. The research approach used was non-experimental because there was not a deliberate manipulation of the variables. This papers was worked with a cross-sectional design. Initial teacher training programs evaluated based on the results of their students (521 subjects in total). For the collection of data was used a questionnaire to assess competencies and get information that would make the diagnosis of initial teacher training programmes. The instrument responded in a single application and it was composed of two sections: Respondents' general data and professional skills: structured under teaching domains of planning, assessment, management, ICT usage and research. Questions were evaluated using a scale of frequency of five degrees the scale used corresponds to a Likert-type.

“Mutual Respect Would be a Good Starting Point:” Students’ Perspectives on Incivility in Nursing Education

2018 ◽  
Vol 51 (3) ◽  
pp. 133-144 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra P. Small ◽  
Denise English ◽  
Glenys Moran ◽  
Patricia Grainger ◽  
Geraldine Cashin
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Education ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Good Starting Point ◽  
Academic Incivility ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Teaching Learning

Background Studies indicate that incivility is common in nursing education and perpetuated by both students and faculty. Academic incivility negatively affects the well-being of those involved, interferes with the teaching–learning process, and is antithetical to nursing as a caring profession. An understanding of academic incivility is essential to establish best practices to address this problem. Purpose The purpose of this study was to examine incivility in nursing academia from the perspective of baccalaureate nursing students. Methods The study was conducted using a cross-sectional design, with a mixed method questionnaire administered to 380 students. The quantitative data were analyzed descriptively and qualitative data through content analysis. Results The majority of students thought incivility is a mild to moderate problem in nursing education. They thought that students contribute to incivility by not taking responsibility (being unprepared and being disinterested) for their education and by not being professional (being disrespectful and being uncaring) and faculty contribute by not being good teachers (being authoritarian, treating students unfairly, having ineffective teaching methods) and not being professional (being disrespectful, lacking compassion). Conclusion Until evidence is available for effective measures to address incivility, nursing schools should consider adopting strategies for solutions as suggested by the students in this study.

Do online media adhere to the responsible suicide reporting guidelines? A cross sectional study from India

2020 ◽  
pp. 002076402097579
Author(s):  
Sonika Raj ◽  
Abhishek Ghosh ◽  
Babita Sharma ◽  
Sonu Goel
Keyword(s):  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Online Media ◽  
Prevention Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
News Report ◽  
The Press ◽  
The Media ◽  
Media Reports

Background: The content and nature of media reports could influence suicide prevention measures. Aim: To evaluate contemporary online media reports’ compliance with guidelines for responsible reporting of suicidal acts from Indian resources. Methods: We included English and Hindi articles for reports concerning suicide, published by local and national media sources for 30 consecutive days from the day of death of a celebrity by alleged suicide. The search was performed in Google News with predefined search queries and selection criteria. Two independent investigators did data extraction. Subsequently, each news report was assessed against guidelines for the responsible reporting of suicide by the WHO and the Press Council of India. Results: We identified 295 articles (Hindi n =  172, English n =  123). Results showed more than 80% of the media reports deviated from at least one criterion of the recommendations. A maximum breach was seen in the news article’s headlines, sensational reportage and detailed suicide methods description. Significant differences were seen in the quality of English and Hindi reporting and reporting celebrity and noncelebrity suicide. Additional items revealed were reporting suicide pacts, linking multiple suicides in a single news report, allowing user-generated threads and linking Religion and suicide. Conclusion: Measures are required to implement reporting recommendations in the framework of a national suicide prevention strategy.

scholarly journals Exploring Students’ Experiences of E-learning in Midwifery Course: A Qualitative Study Involving Nursing Students Taking Midwifery Course at Rusangu University

2021 ◽  
pp. 57-62
Author(s):  
Patricia Mambwe
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Smart Phone ◽  
Digital Learning ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Technology Advancement ◽  
Virtual Class ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Rural Places

Digital teaching and learning sprouted as sparks of fire at different points with the traditional method of teaching and learning stone walling its presence and its ability to be appreciated. Following an unprecedented burst of COVI-19 pandemic, institutions of higher learning embraced digital learning extensively and seemingly forever. This study was launched for the purpose of exploring nursing students’ experiences of e-learning as they pursued Midwifery Course during the pandemic. The study used a cross-sectional design with a qualitative approach. A mixture of 60 third year and fourth year Nursing students taking Midwifery as a course participated in the study through 6 Focus Group discussions. The study found that students residing in rural places of the country faced challenges of poor internet connectivity due to weak signal strength. They could fail to participate during interactive virtual class due to uncharged electronic gadgets or interrupted session due to power outages. Some had neither Personal Computers nor a smart phone to enable them access learning materials. E-learning, in spite of institutions embracing it due to COVID-19 pandemic related reasons, it remains the quickest, widest and most efficient and effective way of teaching and learning with greater potential for being the future mainstay of learning. Telecommunication and electricity supply companies need to invest more in technology to enable lecturers and students access uninterrupted and reliable internet network because with technology advancement comes, a cultural shift from the traditional way of learning to the digitalized mode of learning.

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