https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/57229 2026-04-27T00:59:12Z 2026-04-27T00:59:12Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/68220 2021-02-01T10:40:11Z 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Factors influencing nurses' choice of wound care products Abstract: This study aimed to investigate the factors influencing nurses, working in surgical wards in a Maltese General Hospital, when selecting wound care products. A descriptive non-experimental design was used to fulfil these objectives. A convenience sample of twenty nurses working in surgical wards was selected for this study. A questionnaire, constructed by the researcher, was used as the data collection tool. A 100% response rate was achieved. Findings show that both consultants and nursing colleagues are a major influence among nurses in their selection of wound care products. Furthermore, the clinical assessment of the wound was established to be a common criterion on which nurses base their choice of wound care products. Research based evidence, however, does not seem to influence many of the respondents, as it did not rate very high. Several recommendations for future research studies, including the assessment of nurses' current practice and knowledge on wound care in general, have been made by the researcher. Description: B.SC.(HONS)NURSING

2001-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/67807 2021-01-26T12:55:50Z 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Nurse-patient interaction through touch Abstract: This descriptive exploratory study was conducted in a medical and a surgical ward of a large general hospital in Malta. The kind of touch most commonly used by the nurses and the patients, the body parts most often touched and the response of the nurse and patient to touch were analyzed. Additionally, it sought to understand how variables like age and gender of both the nurses and patients influence the use of touch and the response to touch. Data from a convenient sample of 8 dependent different patients was collected through non - participant observation with a structured observation schedule. Results tentatively suggest that most nurse - patient touch interactions in a ward were instrumental in nature. The little expressive touch observed was used in connection with a wide range of activities: making statements and waking up. The majority of the touches given occurred during the main body of the interaction between the nurse and the patient. The body parts most frequently touched, for both men and women were the arms, hands, legs, feet and shoulders. Expressive touches wee predominantly given to body extremities. Variables that were analyzed to see their effect on the use and response of touch, were age, gender, ethnicity, educational background and level of experience of the nurse and the age and gender of the patient. These variables in the present study seemed to influence more how touch is used rather than who initiates touch and how the patient and nurse respond to touch. Infact, there was no significant difference in the initiation of touch and in the response to touch by the nurse and the patient. Response to touch by the nurse and the patient was given mainly in the form of touch. Negative response to touch often involved procedures which were discrepant with the needs of the individual. The findings obtained from the present study about the influence of all these variables, use and response of touch were not always in accordance with findings obtained in other studies on touch. Further qualitative research, on a larger scale, using an interview technique is recommended, to analyze how these variables influence the use and response to touch in greater detail. Description: B.SC.(HONS)NURSING

2001-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/65462 2020-12-10T08:58:55Z 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Awareness and perceptions of young adults on sexually transmitted infections Abstract: The aim of this descriptive study is to investigate the level of awareness and perceptions of young adults on Sexually Transmitted infections (STis). Quantitative and qualitative data was collected using a questionnaire administered to a convenience sample of 32 first-year students following a Bacheior in Nursing Studies (Honours) degree. The sample used in the study showed a satisfactory level of awareness on the modes of transmission and non-transmission of STI's. The students were knowledgeable of the types of STIs and which are curable. However, there appeared to be a knowledge deficit among students on how substance abuse relates to STls. The students identified the condom as one of the most commonly used modes of protection against STIs. The awareness and perceptions of these young adults were compared to those abroad through the various research studies. it could be observed that young adults worldwide are very alike. They follow similar trends in their knowledge of and protection against STIs. Supporting other research held abroad, the females were more knowledgeable than the males. Description: B.SC.(HONS)NURSING

2001-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/65272 2020-12-09T06:12:17Z 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Nurses' perception towards homosexual patients Abstract: Literature regarding homosexuality and homophobia is abundant but recent studies on exploring the nurses' views towards homosexual patients are lacking. The studies available were carried out in the late 80's and beginning of the 90's when the Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome . epidemic was still recent. Somehow this epidemic may have contributed to the negative attitudes that existed in those times. The aim of this study was to explore the nurses' views towards homosexual patients. A descriptive survey approach was used with a convenience sample in two medical and one surgical ward. The sample consisted of fifteen nurses working full-time on these wards. A self-administered questionnaire was used for data collection. Findings suggest that strong negative attitudes towards homosexual patients are not evident in the participants. However there may still be some problems when establishing a therapeutic relationship with these clients. Several recommendations were made including organisation of a support group for nurses. It was recommended that the concept of sexuality is incorporated in nursing education and also in nursing to provide a holistic approach to clients. Recommendation for a further study involving a larger sample with an observational approach was also made. Description: B.SC.(HONS)NURSING

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