Showing 10 results for Rahimi
Ziba Raeesi Dehkordi, Morvarid Ghasab Shirazi, Masoomeh Alidoosti, Mahdi Raee, Masoomeh Del Aram, Mandana Mir Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Rahimi Madiseie,
Volume 10, Issue 1 (4-2013)
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Background and objective : Postpartum is a critical and stressful period accompanying by fatigue, mood changes and sleep disorders. The purpose of this study was to describe sleep during the second and sixth week of postpartum in the women with cesarean and those with vaginal delivery.
Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 96 women in the second and sixth week of postpartum period (48 after cesarean and 48 after vaginal delivery). The instruments were demographic data sheet and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Scale .
Results: The Results show that the subjects are correlated with each other on the basis of both parents’ and neonates’ demographic characteristics.Variables such as subjective sleep quality, sleep latency, actual sleep time , sleep efficiency , sleep disturbance , and daily disfunctioning indicator are significantly different in two groups. The mean of Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index for vaginal delivery is higher than that of cesarean, which can be a good reason for better sleep quality of the women with vaginal delivery.
Conclusion: Mothers with Cesarean have lower sleep quality than those with normal delivery therefore, they should be educated to select normal delivery and intervened for improving sleep quality in postpartum period.
Naser Rahimi, Dr Gholamali Ghasemi, Mohsen Eshaghian, Dr Azar Aghayari,
Volume 10, Issue 2 (10-2013)
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Background and Objective: Back pain is one of the most common and most costly occupational injuries. Due to the nature of nursing career, low- back pain is highly prevalent in nurses. The aim of this study was to survey the prevalence of low-back pain and its correlation with nurses’ demographic characteristics and occupational factors in hospitals of Isfahan, Iran.
Material and Methods: This descriptive- co relational study was conducted on 244 out of 260 nurses selected via stratified random sampling. Using Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and Oswestry Functional Disability Questionnaire (ODQ), the Pain and functional disability variables were measured, respectively. To analyze the data, we used independent t-test and correlation coefficient-(p<0.05).
Results: The findings showed that 55% of the nurses have different intensity of low back pain (LBP). The LBP and monthly working hours (r=0.55), LBP and functional disability (r=0.53), LBP and age(r =0.30), and LBP and record of services (0.29) were significantly correlated, But it was not the case for LBP and gender.
Conclusion: Based on the findings that about 55% of the nurses suffer from low- back pain, it seems that a comprehensive change in life style and physical activity pattern of the nurses are paramount importance.
Dr Hossein Ebrahimi, Mahdi Sadeghi, Milad Bazghaleh,
Volume 11, Issue 2 (11-2014)
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Background and Objective: Due to the widespread impact of diabetes on various aspects of life and the important role of self-efficacy in self-care behaviors of diabetic patients, we aimed at determining the relationship between quality of life dimensions and self-efficacy, and some related factors in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 156 patients, selected via convenience sampling, with type II diabetes in Shroud (2013). The instruments were a demographic checklist, diabetic quality of life questionnaire and self-efficacy questionnaire. Data analysis was performed by descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation coefficient (0.05).
Results: in accordance with the results, the quality of life was moderate and the lowest score was related to physical dimension. There was a significant relationship between self-efficacy and all aspects of quality of life in that the patients with higher self-efficacy had the more quality of life. Moreover, there was a significant linear relationship between quality of life and variables such as age, diabetes duration and body mass index.
Conclusion: given that the increased self-efficacy is associated with quality of life improvement , it seems likely that we can maximize the quality of life in these patients by applying self-efficacy enhancement programs.
Mohammad Amini, Hamid Rahimi, Zahra Rasooli,
Volume 13, Issue 1 (6-2016)
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Background: Sex education is one of the challenging areas of educational systems that has always been accompanied by many problems due to some obstacles and constraints. This has led to occurrence of many behavioral problems and deviations. The aim of this study was to determine the sex education gaps in university curriculum from the students' perspective.
Methods: This was a descriptive-survey on students of universities in Kashan (15235 students), during academic year 2013-14. Overall, 220 students were enrolled in this study using stratified random sampling. Data collection tool was a questionnaire of sex education with 28 questions and six components (objectives, content, procedures, experiences and learning opportunities, cultural and advisory institutions’ performance and university atmosphere) using a 5-point Likert scale. The content validity was confirmed by experts. The reliability was estimated as 0.89 using Cronbach's alpha coefficient. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the obtained data.
Results: The mean level of sex education gaps (3.97±0.56) in the university curriculum was above the average (3). The highest mean was related to the component of procedures (4.1±0.63) and experiences and learning opportunities (4.1±1.01).
Conclusion: The results showed that the average level of gaps in sex education in the university curriculum is higher than the assumed mean level. The gaps are present in all components of objectives, content, procedures, experiences and learning opportunities, cultural and advisory institutions’ performance and the university atmosphere.
Touran Bahrami Babaheidari, Siamak Amiri , Zohreh Mahmoodi , Marjan Haj Firooz Abadi , آقا Sara Rahimi, Hadi Soleymani Sartangi , Arman Latifi,
Volume 18, Issue 2 (7-2021)
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Background: Teacher evaluation is an essential and useful tool for decision making and determining appropriate teaching policies, especially in universities. The present study aimed to compare the teacher evaluation indices from the perspective of students and teachers at Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Iran.
Methods: The present descriptive-analytical study was conducted in 2013 on 34 faculty members and 418 students at Alborz University of Medical Sciences in Karaj, Iran. Data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire on demographic characteristics, target group, appropriate time for teacher evaluation and opinions of faculty members and students about the twenty indices of teacher evaluation. The data were analyzed with SPSS 16 using descriptive statistics, mean test and Pearson correlation coefficient.
Results: The most effective target groups for teacher evaluation from the perspective of teachers were elite students (58.9%) and normal students (20.6%), while the most effective target groups for teacher evaluation from the perspective of students were normal students (42.1%) and teachers (14.1%).
Conclusion: Based on the results of the present study, we suggest using the criteria agreed by the teacher and students, revising the teacher evaluation forms, not limiting the evaluation process to the students' opinion, conducting self-evaluation by the teachers, conducting continuous evaluation at different times of the semester, a survey of teachers in preparing forms and summarizing and concluding the evaluations.
Seyedmohammad Mirhosseini, Ali Abbasi, Anahita Divani, Fateme Askarinezhad, Soheila Hasanpournamaghi, Samuel Grimwood , Ali Montazeri, Hossein Ebrahimi,
Volume 22, Issue 1 (3-2025)
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Background: Family caregivers of cancer patients encounter numerous challenges while providing care, and self-efficacy is a key factor in alleviating these negative effects. This study aimed to investigate the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the Caregiver Self-Efficacy Scale (CSES) among caregivers of cancer patients.
Methods: This methodological study employed a cross-sectional design involving 382 family caregivers of cancer patients in a teaching hospital in Iran, in 2024. The CSES was translated into Persian using the forward-backward procedure. The initial translation was assessed for face and content validity through both quantitative and qualitative methods. Construct validity was evaluated using exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. Discriminant validity was examined using the Heterotrait–Monotrait (HTMT) ratio. Reliability was assessed by evaluating internal consistency using Cronbach's alpha and Mcdonald's omega, and stability was measured using intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs).
Results: In this study, 53.7% of the participants were male, and the caregivers' mean age was 42.52 ± 11.83 years. Scale-level content validity index was reported 0.97 by expert panel during content validity stage. During the exploratory factor analysis, one item was excluded, leaving seven items were categorized into two factors: caregiver self-management and patient challenges. These factors collectively accounted for 43.9% of the variance in self-efficacy. Confirmatory factor analysis confirmed the adequacy of the model derived from the exploratory factor analysis (RMSEA = 0.05, GFI = 0.947, and CFI = 0.906). The factors demonstrated discriminant validity. Cronbach's alpha values for the patient challenges and caregiver self-management factors were 0.802 and 0.798, respectively. In addition, the ICC for these two factors was reported to be 0.830 and 0.802, respectively.
Conclusion: The Persian adaptation of the CSES demonstrates satisfactory validity and reliability for assessing the self-efficacy of family caregivers of cancer patients in Iran.
Seyedmohammad Mirhosseini , Homa Vejdani , Zahra Kordi, Mahboobeh Khajeh , Fatemeh Sadat Hosseini , Samuel Grimwood , Mohaddeseh Mohammadi , Hossein Ebrahimi ,
Volume 22, Issue 2 (6-2025)
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Background: Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD) is a recently recognized mental health condition characterized by persistent and intense grief following the loss of a loved one. While global proportion estimates vary, limited data exist regarding PGD within the Iranian general population. This study aimed to determine the proportion of PGD in Iran and examine associated sociodemographic factors.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 469 general community dwelling in Shahroud, North east of Iran, using convenience sampling technique. Participants were eligible for inclusion if they were over 18 years old, possessed basic literacy skills, and had experienced the loss of a close loved one (such as a spouse, parent, or child) at least 12 months prior to enrollment. Participants completed online forms of the validated Persian version of the Prolonged Grief Disorder Scale (PG-13-R). Sociodemographic data (age, gender, education, marital, and job status) were collected, and multivariate logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with PGD.
Results: The proportion of PGD was 29.6% (95% CI: 28.5–30.5%), with a mean symptom score of 29.54 ± 10.68. A significant difference between PGD-positive and PGD-negative individuals in terms of education (p=0.005) and occupational status (p=0.01). Multivariate analysis indicated that age and education were significant predictors of PGD. Individuals aged 41–60 (OR: 12.7, CI: 1.5 - 107.05, p= 0.019) and over 60 (OR: 14.7, CI: 1.7 - 123.9, p= 0.013) were significantly more likely to meet PGD criteria compared to those under 20. Participants with secondary education were more likely to experience PGD than those with only primary education (OR: 4.1, CI: 2.06 - 8.5, p<0.001).
Conclusion: Prolonged grief disorder affects a substantial portion of the Iranian population, particularly among older adults and those with lower educational attainment. These findings highlight the need for targeted mental health interventions and the development of culturally sensitive diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Future research should explore the moderating roles of religiosity, loneliness, and social support in grief outcomes to inform comprehensive, culturally grounded care strategies.
Shima Sadat Aghahosseini , Maryam Karami , Maryam Rassouli, Mohammad Esmaeil Akbari , Hamideh Ebrahimi , Kazem Najafi ,
Volume 22, Issue 3 (9-2025)
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Background: Palliative care is a holistic approach aimed at enhancing the quality of life for patients with cancer. Given the rising number of cancer patients in Iran, its significance has become increasingly apparent. This study investigates the effect of palliative care on the quality of life and satisfaction of patients with cancer.
Methods: This before-and-after quasi-experimental study was conducted in 2024 on 320 patients with breast, tongue, stomach, thyroid, osteosarcoma, and colon cancer at a teaching hospital in Tehran, Iran. Participants were selected through convenience sampling based on eligibility criteria, including being over 18 years of age, having literacy, being able to speak Persian, and being psychologically stable. The quality of life and life satisfaction of patients were assessed before and after participation in a structured palliative care program. The intervention consisted of six two-hour palliative care sessions, delivered over two months. Data were collected using the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) and the EORTC QLQ-C30 Quality of Life Questionnaire. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS software, version 26, and a paired t-test was employed for statistical evaluation.
Results: The results indicated that the participants had a mean age of 50.67 years, with a standard deviation of 13.23 years. After receiving palliative care, the overall quality of life score, along with its dimensions (except for emotional functioning, sore throat, and diarrhea), showed a significant improvement (P < 0.001, Cohen’s d = 2.36). Moreover, the intervention led to a significant improvement in patients' life satisfaction, with a p-value of less than 0.001 and a Cohen’s d of 1.01.
Conclusion: The study findings demonstrated that palliative care services, typically provided to individuals nearing the end of life, enhanced the quality of life for cancer patients. Policymakers should prioritize support for patients, and healthcare managers must collaborate to improve and provide palliative care services with qualified personnel, especially nurses.
Mohammad Siavoshi , Hossein Rahimi , Mehrdad Rohaninasab , Mostafa Motamedi Heravi , Fatemeh Khorashadizadeh, Mohammad Gholizadeh Gerdrodbari , Morteza Hasheminik ,
Volume 22, Issue 4 (12-2025)
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Background: Oral mucositis is a common complication of chemotherapy that significantly reduces patients' quality of life. While chlorhexidine mouthwash has been shown to improve oral mucositis, it can also cause side effects such as dysgeusia. In this context, simpler, plant-based alternatives like cinnamol may offer similar benefits without the associated side effects. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of cinnamol mouthwash with that of chlorhexidine mouthwash in treating oral mucositis in cancer patients undergoing treatment with doxorubicin.
Methods: This randomized clinical trial included 81 patients with cancer (breast, ovarian, bladder, lung, and colorectal) from two hospitals in Neyshabur and Sabzevar cities, located in northeastern Iran, in 2023. Participants were allocated to the control (n=27), chlorhexidine (n=27), and cinnamol (n=27) groups using a block randomization method. The control group received 0.9% physiological saline; the chlorhexidine group used chlorhexidine mouthwash, and the cinnamol group used cinnamol mouthwash. Participants were instructed to mix 25 drops of their assigned solution with 50 mL of lukewarm water, gargle for 30 seconds, and then expel the mixture. The intervention was administered twice every 12 hours for 14 days. Data were collected using a demographic questionnaire and the Standard Mucositis Assessment Tool on the first, seventh, and fourteenth days of the intervention. Data analysis was performed using R software version 4.2.2, employing univariate tests and the cumulative link mixed-effects model (CLMM). Results were presented as odds ratios with 95% confidence intervals.
Results: Both cinnamol and chlorhexidine mouthwashes significantly reduced oral mucositis severity compared to the control group. The odds of more severe mucositis in patients using chlorhexidine were 0.0021 times the odds in the control group (OR = 0.0021, p<0.001), meaning a lower risk in the chlorhexidine group by a factor of about 1/0.0021 ≈ 476). Also, cinnamol administration significantly diminished the odds of severe mucositis (OR = 0.0005, p<0.001) compared to the control. Over time, the protective effects of chlorhexidine (OR = 0.024, p<0.001) and cinnamol (OR = 0.269, p=0.060) became more pronounced, indicating a progressive healing trajectory.
Conclusion: Cinnamol and chlorhexidine mouthwashes demonstrated significant efficacy in reducing oral mucositis severity, while chlorhexidine effects were more enhanced over time. These insights suggest that both interventions are valuable in managing oral mucositis, offering valuable guidance for nursing practice and patient care.
Nafiseh Ebrahimi, Robert Truog, Mahnaz Shoghi,
Volume 23, Issue 1 (5-2026)
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Background: Nurses are continuously present at the bedside and work closely with both children and families; therefore, their perspectives can provide a detailed understanding of end-of-life care. This study examined the quality of dying and death among hospitalized children from the perspective of PICU nurses and explored nurse-related factors associated with their evaluations.
Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 176 nurses working in the PICUs of four teaching hospitals (6 PICU wards) in Tehran participated. Inclusion criteria were at least a bachelor's degree in nursing, at least 12 months of PICU experience, experience caring for terminally ill children, and no personal history of losing a child. A census sampling method was used. Data were collected by self-report using the PICU-QODD (Quality of Dying and Death) questionnaire. Independent t-tests, one-way ANOVA, Pearson correlations, and multiple linear regression were used.
Results: Most nurses were female (81.8%). The overall QODD score was 68.44 ±15.6, suggesting a moderate to favorable perceived quality. The highest domain scores were observed for continuity and coordination of care (84.4), fulfillment of the parental role (77.04), emotional support for the family (76.91), and pain and symptom management (76.81), whereas the physical and instrumental needs of the family (49.1) and spirituality and religious-cultural issues (33.46) had the lowest scores. In the multivariable analysis, only fixed work shift remained independently associated with higher QODD scores (B = 7.01, 95% CI (0.343,13.688)).
Conclusion: PICU nurses rated children's quality of dying and death as generally acceptable but identified shortcomings in spiritual and practical support for families. Promoting continuity of care and providing targeted education on holistic, family-centered end-of-life care may be beneficial.
