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Nursing: Journal of Knowledge and Attitude in Nursing

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Volume No. 11 (2025) (2025)

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Issue No. 02 (Apr-June)

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Healthcare Workers’ Attitudes Toward Older Adults’ Nutrition: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study in Italian Nursing Homes

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Issue No : Issue No. 01 (Jan-Mar)

Authors: Milko Zanini, Gianluca Catania, Marco Di Nitto, Lara Delbene, Stefania Ripamonti, Maria Emma Musio and Annamaria Bagnasco

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Background: Malnutrition is a widespread issue among older people, significantly impacting health outcomes. Nutritional interventions can improve health, but their success often depends on the attitudes.....

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Factors Associated with Adherence to Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Among Patients Attending a Nurse-Led Community Clinic in Australia: A Qualitative Study

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Issue No : Issue No. 01 (Jan-Mar)

Authors: Fouziah Almouqati, Judith Daire, Catherine Catanach, Jean-Louis deSousa, Sam Quill and Mohamed Estai

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Background/Objectives: Despite the availability of screening services, the rate of diabetic retinopathy (DR) screening continues to be suboptimal in Australia, necessitating improvement. However, improving DR screening rates requires a.....

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Exploring the Desirable Attributes and Competencies of Pharmacy Clinical Preceptors: A Scoping Review

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Issue No : Issue No. 01 (Jan-Mar)

Authors: Haneen Alrawashdeh, Ahsan Sethi, Ahmed Awaisu and Banan Mukhalalati

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Background: Experiential learning is a vital component of health-professional education. It provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real-life settings before becoming licensed practitioners. Preceptors (i.e.,.....

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Clinical Competency in Managing Malnutrition–Sarcopenia Syndrome Among Physical Therapists: A Cross-Sectional Survey

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Issue No : Issue No. 01 (Jan-Mar)

Authors: Roy Netzer, Netanel Levi, Kayla Ganchrow, Yfat Naan and Michal Elboim-Gabyzon

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Background/objectives: Malnutrition and sarcopenia are interrelated health concerns among the elderly. Each condition is associated with increased mortality, morbidity, rehospitalization rates, longer hospital stays, higher healthcare costs, and.....

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Journey of Hope for Patients with Fibromyalgia: From Diagnosis to Self-Management—A Qualitative Study

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Issue No : Issue No. 01 (Jan-Mar)

Authors: Amal Aldarwesh

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Background/Objectives: Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a chronic, debilitating condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and psychological distress. There is a lack of qualitative studies on the unique experiences of.....

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ArticleID : NJKAN/2024/10/04/01

Pharmaceutical Advertising and Public Perceptions in Saudi Arabia

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Issue No : Issue No. 04 (Oct-Dec)

Authors: Mohammed A. Alnuhait, Hana A. Althobaiti, Meshari H. Alharbi, Raef A. Alahmadi, Yasser E. Althubaiti, Abdulrahman A. Alsaedi, Abdullah S. Alshammari, Mahmoud E. Elrggal, Mohammed

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Introduction: As the pharmaceutical advertising landscape evolves with digital advancements, this study examines public awareness and perceptions of medication advertisements in Saudi Arabia. It focuses on the effects.....

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Pharmaceutical Advertising and Public Perceptions in Saudi Arabia

Issue No. 04 (Oct-Dec)

Authors: Mohammed A. Alnuhait, Hana A. Althobaiti, Meshari H. Alharbi, Raef A. Alahmadi, Yasser E. Althubaiti, Abdulrahman A. Alsaedi, Abdullah S. Alshammari, Mahmoud E. Elrggal, Mohammed

Introduction: As the pharmaceutical advertising landscape evolves with digital advancements, this study examines public awareness and perceptions of medication advertisements in Saudi Arabia. It focuses on the effects of regulatory frameworks and evaluates how they influence public understanding and attitudes toward these advertisements. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted using an electronic survey in Saudi Arabia in December 2023. The survey was distributed on social media platforms and reached a diverse sample of 440 participants. It covered public perception and attitudes toward drug advertisements, knowledge of regulatory laws, and preferences regarding advertising mediums. Results: Out of the 440 participants in the study, who were primarily employees with bachelor’s degrees, there was a clear awareness of drug advertisements. The average age of the group was 33 years, and a significant portion (71.1%) held a bachelor’s degree, with 51.1% being employed. The findings revealed that 25.5% of participants frequently noticed drug ads, while 22.7% saw them very often. Although many found the ads informative, there were significant concerns about unrealistic expectations and the risk of overmedication; 89.8% believed the ads set unrealistic expectations about the effectiveness of medications. Additionally, 60.7% thought that celebrity endorsements might mislead the audience, and 91.1% felt that ads should provide more detailed information about potential risks and side effects. Regarding preferred advertising platforms, mobile apps and websites were favored (47%), followed closely by social media (46.4%). A striking 93.2% of participants believed that drug ads on social media should be subject to stricter regulations, and 96.4% wanted more proactive monitoring of online advertising. Many also reported using other sources, such as medical review sites, to verify medication information. Conclusions: Pharmaceutical advertising in Saudi Arabia must balance ethical transparency with educational value. The influence of digital platforms underscores the necessity for stricter regulation and accurate information dissemination. A collaborative approach is essential to align advertising practices with public health interests and regulatory standards. Keywords: perceptions; awareness; pharmaceutical advertising; medication promotion; Saudi Arabia; Middle EastIntroduction: As the pharmaceutical advertising landscape evolves with digital advancements, this study examines public awareness and perceptions of medication advertisements in Saudi Arabia. It focuses on the effects of regulatory frameworks and evaluates how they influence public understanding and attitudes toward these advertisements. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted using an electronic survey in Saudi Arabia in December 2023. The survey was distributed on social media platforms and reached a diverse sample of 440 participants. It covered public perception and attitudes toward drug advertisements, knowledge of regulatory laws, and preferences regarding advertising mediums. Results: Out of the 440 participants in the study, who were primarily employees with bachelor’s degrees, there was a clear awareness of drug advertisements. The average age of the group was 33 years, and a significant portion (71.1%) held a bachelor’s degree, with 51.1% being employed. The findings revealed that 25.5% of participants frequently noticed drug ads, while 22.7% saw them very often. Although many found the ads informative, there were significant concerns about unrealistic expectations and the risk of overmedication; 89.8% believed the ads set unrealistic expectations about the effectiveness of medications. Additionally, 60.7% thought that celebrity endorsements might mislead the audience, and 91.1% felt that ads should provide more detailed information about potential risks and side effects. Regarding preferred advertising platforms, mobile apps and websites were favored (47%), followed closely by social media (46.4%). A striking 93.2% of participants believed that drug ads on social media should be subject to stricter regulations, and 96.4% wanted more proactive monitoring of online advertising. Many also reported using other sources, such as medical review sites, to verify medication information. Conclusions: Pharmaceutical advertising in Saudi Arabia must balance ethical transparency with educational value. The influence of digital platforms underscores the necessity for stricter regulation and accurate information dissemination. A collaborative approach is essential to align advertising practices with public health interests and regulatory standards.

Keywords: perceptions; awareness; pharmaceutical advertising; medication promotion; Saudi Arabia; Middle East

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© 2024 by the authors. Licensee MDPI, Basel, Switzerland. This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license (https:// creativecommons.org/licenses/by/ 4.0/).

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ArticleID : NJKAN/2024/10/04/02

Evaluation of the Friday Night Live Mentoring Program on Supporting Positive Youth Development Outcomes

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Issue No : Issue No. 04 (Oct-Dec)

Authors: Kathleen P. Tebb and Ketan Tamirisa

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Introduction: The use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (ATOD) is a leading cause of preventable morbidity and mortality among adolescents. While traditional interventions have targeted specific health-risk behaviors.....

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Evaluation of the Friday Night Live Mentoring Program on Supporting Positive Youth Development Outcomes

Issue No. 04 (Oct-Dec)

Authors: Kathleen P. Tebb and Ketan Tamirisa

Introduction: The use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (ATOD) is a leading cause of preventable morbidity and mortality among adolescents. While traditional interventions have targeted specific health-risk behaviors (e.g., substance use, initiation of sexual intercourse, truancy, etc.), the evidence suggests that using a positive youth development (PYD) framework may have positive impacts across a number of domains. Friday Night Live Mentoring (FNLM) is a PYD-based, cross-age peer mentoring program that engages teams of older high school-aged youth to mentor teams of middle school-aged youth in a structured, ongoing, one-on-one relationship. While studies have demonstrated significant but small effect sizes of intergenerational youth mentoring programs in which an adult mentor is paired with the youth mentee, research on cross-age mentoring programs is limited. The purpose of the current study is to evaluate FNLM on its ability to improve participants’ knowledge, attitudes, skills, opportunities to develop caring relationships, school engagement, and academic performance. Methods: A retrospective, pre–post survey was administered online to FNLM participants across 13 California counties. Participants rated their knowledge and attitudes about ATOD, skills, relationships with peers and adults, and academic indicators. Open-ended questions gathered information about participants’ experiences in FNLM. Non-parametric related-samples Wilcoxon signed rank tests (an alternative to paired t-test) were used to compare pre–post differences. Participants were also asked two open-ended questions: “What are the best parts of FNLM?” and “What, if anything, would you change?”. The responses to each question were reviewed, coded, and analyzed according to key themes. Results: A total of 512 participants completed the survey (287 mentors and 225 protégés). There were small but statistically significant improvements across all items for both mentors and protégés. Qualitative analyses showed that most mentors and protégés especially enjoyed getting to know and spend time with one another. Several mentors added that it was rewarding to be a positive influence on or to make a positive difference in the protégé’s life. Many youth stated that the relationships formed, especially with their partner, and the activities were the best part of FNLM. The overwhelming majority would not change anything about the program. Those who provided recommendations for program improvement suggested more activities or more hands-on and engaging activities and more or longer meetings. Conclusion: FNLM actively engages youth and provides them with support and opportunities that promote knowledge, skill development, positive relationships, academic engagement, and success and raise awareness of the harms that the use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (ATOD) can cause. While ATOD use was low prior to program participation, it was significantly lower after participating in the program.

Keywords: positive youth development; mentoring; adolescent health; youth health; ATOD; ATOD prevention

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ArticleID : NJKAN/2024/10/04/03

Mpox Vaccine Hesitancy Among Brazilian Men Who Have Sex with Men: A National Cross-Sectional Study

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Issue No : Issue No. 04 (Oct-Dec)

Authors: Guilherme Reis de Santana Santos, Caíque Jordan Nunes Ribeiro, José Flávio Cerqueira dos Santos Júnior, Valdemar Silva Almeida, Rita de Cassia Dias Nascimento, Nilo Manoel Pereira Vieira Barreto, Ande

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Background: Mpox is a viral zoonosis that has gained increased attention due to a global outbreak in 2022, significantly impacting men who have sex with men (MSM). Vaccination.....

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Mpox Vaccine Hesitancy Among Brazilian Men Who Have Sex with Men: A National Cross-Sectional Study

Issue No. 04 (Oct-Dec)

Background: Mpox is a viral zoonosis that has gained increased attention due to a global outbreak in 2022, significantly impacting men who have sex with men (MSM). Vaccination for this disease poses a public health challenge; because it carries a strong stigma, there may be greater hesitancy in vulnerable groups. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and factors associated with Mpox vaccine hesitancy among Brazilian MSM. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted between September and December 2022 using an online survey targeted at MSM. Recruitment was carried out through social media and dating apps. The sample consisted of 1449 participants and the analysis involved bivariate logistic regression. Results: The prevalence of Mpox vaccine hesitancy was 7.57%. The significant factors associated with hesitancy were primarily related to sexual practices and attitudes towards Mpox exposure and diagnosis, such as not using “glory holes” (aOR: 19.82; 95% CI: 1.60–245.69), reluctance to undergo pre- and post-exposure testing for Mpox (aOR: 9.54; 95% CI: 5.52–16.48), and not knowing close contacts diagnosed with Mpox (aOR: 4.09; 95% CI: 1.72–9.73). Participants who would not take precautions after diagnosis (aOR: 3.00; 95% CI: 1.27–7.07) and those who would not disclose their serological status (aOR: 1.93; 95% CI: 1.13–3.30) also showed a higher likelihood of vaccine hesitancy. Conclusion: Public health strategies should address these factors to expand knowledge about vaccination barriers, plan educational campaigns with targeted messaging for the MSM population, and provide inclusive healthcare environments to increase vaccine acceptance and reduce Mpox transmission in vulnerable groups.

Keywords: mpox; vaccine; hesitancy; men who have sex with men; stigma; discrimination; sexual behavior; risk factors; vaccination acceptance

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Developing HPV Vaccination Communication Strategies: Assessing Knowledge, Attitudes, and Barriers Among Healthcare Professionals in Kazakhstan

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Issue No : Issue No. 04 (Oct-Dec)

Authors: Fatima Kassymbekova, Alexander Romme, Dilyara Kaidarova, Ardak Auyezova, Saule Nukusheva, Gauhar Dunenova, Raikhan Bolatbekova, Indira Zhetpisbayeva, Gulzada Abdushukurova and Natalya Glushkova

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Background: Cervical cancer, predominantly caused by human papillomavirus, remains a major public health issue globally and in Kazakhstan, where it ranks among the most common cancers in women. A.....

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Developing HPV Vaccination Communication Strategies: Assessing Knowledge, Attitudes, and Barriers Among Healthcare Professionals in Kazakhstan

Issue No. 04 (Oct-Dec)

Background: Cervical cancer, predominantly caused by human papillomavirus, remains a major public health issue globally and in Kazakhstan, where it ranks among the most common cancers in women. A pilot HPV vaccination programme in Kazakhstan was suspended in 2017 due to mass parental refusals, and it is planned to be restarted in the coming years. This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitudes, barriers, and sources of information about HPV and the HPV vaccine among healthcare professionals in Kazakhstan. Methods: A cross-sectional study (December 2022–May 2023) involving 1189 healthcare professionals in Kazakhstan used a self-administered questionnaire. Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics, mean knowledge score, betweengroup comparisons, and binary logistic regression to identify factors linked to higher knowledge and vaccine recommendation. Results: The study found that the average knowledge score for HPV and the HPV vaccine among participants was 11 out of a possible 18. Correct answers to the questionnaire were observed more frequently among physicians than among nurses (p < 0.001). In our study, 72.6% of healthcare professionals expressed a positive intention to recommend the HPV vaccine. The likelihood of recommending the HPV vaccine was significantly higher among those with higher knowledge of HPV and its vaccine (OR 1.8; 95% CI 1.3–2.5; p < 0.001), those familiar with cervical cancer patients (OR 2.0; 95% CI 1.5–2.8; p < 0.001), and those with positive attitudes towards the COVID-19 vaccine and childhood vaccination (OR 2.3 and 1.5, respectively). Healthcare professionals identified key barriers to HPV vaccination, including public mistrust (49.4%), fear of side effects (45.9%), and insufficient knowledge among healthcare professionals themselves (30.3%). Information from the internet, including articles and journals, was the most commonly used source of information, followed by social media and colleagues. Conclusions: The disparities identified call for a tailored, multifaceted communication strategy that addresses the diverse needs of health professionals to address the differences in awareness between different groups, in order to ensure successful implementation and coverage of HPV vaccination across Kazakhstan.

Keywords: HPV; HPV vaccine uptake; healthcare professional; knowledge; awareness attitudes; perception

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Background: Malnutrition is a widespread issue among older people, significantly impacting health outcomes. Nutritional interventions can improve health, but their success often depends on the attitudes.....

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Background/Objectives: Despite the availability of screening services, the rate of diabetic retinopathy (DR) screening continues to be suboptimal in Australia, necessitating improvement. However, improving DR screening rates requires a.....

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Background: Experiential learning is a vital component of health-professional education. It provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real-life settings before becoming licensed practitioners. Preceptors (i.e.,.....

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Background/objectives: Malnutrition and sarcopenia are interrelated health concerns among the elderly. Each condition is associated with increased mortality, morbidity, rehospitalization rates, longer hospital stays, higher healthcare costs, and.....

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Background/Objectives: Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a chronic, debilitating condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and psychological distress. There is a lack of qualitative studies on the unique experiences of.....

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Introduction: As the pharmaceutical advertising landscape evolves with digital advancements, this study examines public awareness and perceptions of medication advertisements in Saudi Arabia. It focuses on the effects.....

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Introduction: The use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (ATOD) is a leading cause of preventable morbidity and mortality among adolescents. While traditional interventions have targeted specific health-risk behaviors.....

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Background: Mpox is a viral zoonosis that has gained increased attention due to a global outbreak in 2022, significantly impacting men who have sex with men (MSM). Vaccination.....

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Background: Cervical cancer, predominantly caused by human papillomavirus, remains a major public health issue globally and in Kazakhstan, where it ranks among the most common cancers in women. A.....

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