Journal of Life Long Nursing, Year 2024 Issue 1

Is a Pilot Study Necessary in Research?

Makbule TOKUR KESGİN — 2026-07-16

Investigating Attitudes Toward Early Marriage and the Prevalence of Domestic Violence among Women Married as Children and Adults

Meltem AĞYELRukiye TÜRK DELİBALTA — 2026-07-16

Aim: This study was conducted with the aim of identifying the views of women who marry at an early and adult age on marriage and domestic violence at an early age. Methods: The research was conducted as descriptive and comparative. The sample of the study was a total of 210 women living in the province of Kars. The research used survey form, the Scale of İdentifying Domestic Violence Against Women and The Scale of Attitudes Towards Girl Child Marriages. Results: This study found that the attitude scale score average of women marrying at an adult age was lower than the score average of women marrying at an early age, and found that the difference between them was significant. The difference between the levels of domestic violence against women was found statistically significant (p<0.05). Conclusion: As a result, it has been found that women who marry at an early age are more positive about their attitudes towards girl child marriages than women who marry at an adult age. As well as this, women who married at an early age were found to experience more domestic violence.

The Effect of Illness Perception on Quality of Life in Adults with Colorectal Cancer: A-Cross-sectional study

Furkan KUŞÖzlem BULANTEKİN DÜZALAN ,Abdullah DURHAN — 2026-07-16

Abstract: Aim: To determine the effect of disease perception on quality of life in individuals diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Methods: The population of the descriptive study consisted of 200 individuals who were treated in the general surgery service of a training and research hospital between 23.02.2022 and 23.02.2023. Data were collected using the Socio-demographic form, Brief Illness Perception Scale (SCAS) and Quality of Life Index Cancer Adaptation-III forms. SPSS 26 program, percentage, frequency, Mann Whitney U and Kruskal Wallis test, Pearson and Speraman analysis were used in the analysis. Results: It was determined that the mean SCAS score was 41.55±2.54, and the mean Total Quality of Life score was 19.25±2.08. In terms of Health and Mobility and family, it was found statistically significant for University/Graduate graduates compared to primary, secondary and high school graduates (p<0.05). A significant difference was found in the dimension of Emotional Illness Perception and Illness Perception Scores according to working status (p<0.05). Significant differences were found in Cognitive Illness Perception dimension, SCAS total score, Health and Mobility dimension, Social and Economy dimension, Family dimension and Total Quality of Life Score according to income status (p<0.05). It was determined that there was a negative correlation between age and Social and Economy sub-dimension and Total Quality of Life Score (p<0.05). Conclusion: It was observed that the perception of illness did not affect the quality of life, and sociodemographic characteristics affected the quality of life. It is recommended that nurses consider sociodemographic factors affecting quality of life while giving care.

Investigation of Nurses' Health Literacy Level and Self-medication Use According to Health Belief Model

Betül UÇAREsra KOÇ ,Bekir ERTUĞRUL ,Feyza BARDAK — 2026-07-16

Abstract: Aim: This study was conducted to determine the nurses' self-medication use and risk factors, as well as to evaluate the relationship between the socio-demographic and health characteristics of nurses' beliefs about drug use and their health literacy levels. Method: The sample of this research in descriptive-relationship-seeking design consisted of 790 nurses. Pearson chi-square, independent groups t test, logistic regression and hierarchical regression tests were used in the analysis of the data. Results: 50.9% of the nurses used over-the-counter drugs in the last three months. It was determined that the health literacy level of the nurses was moderate and the health belief about drug use was above the average. In Model 1, increase in education level and female gender are predictors of health belief regarding drug use. access, evaluation, application affect positively. Conclusion: Nurses have a high rate of self-medication. Health literacy of nurses is moderate and health belief about drug use is high.

Determination of Cardiovascular Disease Risk Knowledge Level and Physical Activity Level in Firefighters: Descriptive Study

Filiz ÖZEL ÇAKIRNuray DEMİRALP ,Fisun ŞENUZUN AYKAR — 2026-07-16

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between cardiovascular disease knowledge and physical activity levels in firefighters. Methods: The sample of this descriptive and cross-sectional study consisted of 108 firefighters. The data were collected using the Individual Information Form, the Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors Knowledge Level (CARRF-KL) Scale, and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short Form (IPAQ). Results: The mean age of the firefighters participating in the study was 33±13 and the body mass index (BMI) was 26.41±3.12. It was found that 54.6% of the firefighters were overweight and 46.3% had low levels of physical activity. 90.7% of the firefighters stated that they did not know cardiovascular disease risk factors. The CARRF-KL Scale mean score of the participants was 18.5±4.3. In the study, there was no significant difference between the physical activity level and the CARRF-KL Scale and its subscales in terms of scores (p>0.05). Conclusion: As a result of the study, it was observed that firefighters did not know the risk factors that may cause cardiovascular diseases. Awareness of individual cardiovascular risk factors is crucial to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in firefighters.

Web destekli meme kanseri eğitiminin tarama davranışlarına, sağlık inançlarına, bilgi düzeyine ve erken tanı davranışlarına etkisi

Aydanur AYDIN — 2026-07-16

Health beliefs, level of knowledge, and behaviors related to breast cancer are not at the desired level in the world. This studyaimed to examine the impact of web-assistedand peer learning on health beliefs, knowledgelevels, and behaviors concerning breast cancerscreening. This longitudinal pre-posttest studyfocused on Turkish women aged twenty andabove who received web-assisted and peerlearning on breast cancer screening programs, followed by reminders for a period of threemonths. The study utilized various remindermethods, including brochures, emails, mobile phone messages, and the website. The researchassessed changes in participants' screeningbehaviors, health beliefs, and knowledge levelsat one-month and three-month intervalsfollowing the interventions. The study showedsignificant improvements in web-assisted andpeer learning and breast cancer screeningbehaviors. There was also a significantincrease in breast cancer knowledge level andsensitivity perception in breast cancer earlydiagnosis behaviors. It is also a remarkableresult that there is a significant decrease in thebarrier sub-dimension. The web-assisted andpeer learning yielded positive changes in individuals' perceptions of barriers andsensitivity. A significant increase in belief in early detection behaviors was determined.

Aggressive Tendency of 10-12 Years Old Students and Affecting Family Factors

Belgin VAROLFatma ÖZ — 2026-07-16

Objective: This research was conducted as a descriptive study to determine the aggression tendencies of students aged 10-12 and the affecting familial factors. Method: All students (90 students) aged 10-12 in a primary school in Ankara were included in the research. Data were collected with the "Personal Information Form" and the "Aggression Scale", which has five subscales. Results: Data were collected with “Personal Information Form” and “Aggression Scale”. According to research findings, aggression subscale mean scores of students are 44.52±8.94 for “Aggression Depression”, 43.07±8.12 for “Projected Aggression”, 14.29±4.12 for “Self-Directed Aggression”, 28.50±5.18 for “Prosocial Aggression”, 23.91±6.45 for “Antisocial Aggression”. It was determined that there was a statistically significant difference between the students' average scores of the aggression subscales and the child's participation in decisions in the family, the reaction of the mother and father when they were angry with the child, the reaction of the mother and father when they were angry with each other, the punishment of the mother and father to the child and their attitude towards the child. Conclusion: According to the results of the research, it is seen that attitudes and behaviors involving mother, father and child communication play an important role in aggression. It is recommended to plan counseling services for students and their families regarding attitudes and approaches to prevent aggression.

Diabetes Burden and Health Beliefs of Elderly Individuals with Diabetic Foot Ulcer: A Cross-sectional Study

Adile SAVSARG. Nihal ÇÜRÜK — 2026-07-16

Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the health beliefs and diabetes burden of elderly patients with diabetic foot. Methods: The sample included 115 diabetic patients with diabetic foot, aged 65 and older. Data were collected using the patient identification form, the Health Belief Model Scale in diabetic patients, and the Elderly Diabetes Burden Scale. The data were analyzed using the Mann–Whitney U test, the Kruskal–Wallis test, and Spearman’s correlation analysis. Results: The mean Health Belief Model Scale in diabetic patients score was positive (4.18 ± .51) and the mean Elderly Diabetes Burden Scale score was moderate (52±10.40). There was a weak, significant negative correlation between the the Health Belief Model Scale and Elderly Diabetes Burden Scale (rs = -0.227; p= 0.015), demonstrating diabetes burden was higher among those with lower health belief. A similar significant correlation was found between the total scores of Elderly Diabetes Burden Scale and perceived benefits. There was also negative correlation between the symptom burden and perceived benefits, perceived barriers, health-related activities, total the Health Belief Model Scale scores (p < 0.01). Conclusion: This study showed that diabetes burden was higher among those with lower health belief. Health professionals can contribute to the development of patients' health beliefs by guiding elderly patients with diabetic foot to adopt healthy lifestyle behaviors. Thus, it can reduce the burden of diabetes.

Determining Intern Nurses' Perception of Basic Competencies in Disaster Preparedness

Birgül CERİTLütfiye Nur UZUN — 2026-07-16

Aim: This study was conducted descriptively and cross-sectionally to determine the basic competencies of intern nurses as future nurses in disaster preparedness. Methods: The study was completed with 129 participants who volunteered to participate in the research. Data were collected using the "Personal Information Form" and "Basic Competence Scale of Nurses in Preparedness to Disasters". Descriptive statistics such as number, percentage, mean and standard deviation were used to evaluate the data. Results: In the study, the mean total score of basic competencies in disaster preparedness of intern nurses was calculated as 143.35±29.04. It was determined that students scored 11.52±3.08 from critical thinking skills, 17.63±4.63 from special diagnostic skills, 42.89±9.13 from general diagnostic skills, 46.34±10.83 from technical skills, and 24.94±6.01 from communication skills regarding the sub-dimensions of the scale. Conclusion: As a result of the study, it was determined that the basic competencies of intern nurses in disaster preparedness were above average. It may be recommended to make necessary arrangements in the nursing education program to increase the competencies of students on the subject.

Investigation of the Health Literacy and Medication Adherence Self-Efficacy Levels of Individuals with A Diagnosis of Hypertension

İsmihan KARAKUŞ ÖZENFatma ERSİN — 2026-07-16

Hypertension is an important public health problem. Health literacy and medication adherence self-efficacy levels of individuals are very important in the treatment. Adherence to treatment is important because a life-long treatment process begins with the patient's diagnosis of hypertension. The aim of the study is to examine the health literacy and medication compliance self-efficacy levels of individuals diagnosed with hypertension. The study had a descriptive research design. The sample of the study consisted of 219 individuals with a diagnosis of hypertension. Personal Information Form, Health Literacy Scale and Medication Adherence Self-Efficacy Scale-Short Form were used to collect the data of the study. Data were analyzed using independent samples t-test, Mann Whitney U Test, Kruskal Wallis Analysis and Pearson Correlation Analysis. It was determined that 22.8% of the individuals were women, 99.1% of them were married, 24.2% of them were employed, and 73.1% of them were literate. The health literacy scale mean score of the individuals was found to be 73.55±9.52. Additionally, the Medication Adherence Self-Efficacy Scale-Short Form mean score was determined as 41.07±8.84. It may be recommended to conduct studies to increase individuals' health literacy and medication compliance self-efficacy levels.

Orphaned Baby 1: The Reunion of a Small Life Lost Amidst the Ruins with Its Family

islam ELAGÖZAynur KOYUNCU ,Sema Serpil KILINÇ — 2026-07-16

Natural disasters extend beyond mere physical devastation; they deeply reshape communities' social and psychological fabric. The ability to identify individuals and reunite families, particularly in the aftermath of such calamities, is paramount. The critical role of medical histories and records becomes even more pronounced in these scenarios. This study presents the case of a six-month-old baby discovered in the aftermath of an earthquake in Gaziantep. While the infant showed no immediate signs of physiological distress, a stent found in the renal area indicated a recent nephrolithiasis procedure. Initial challenges arose in identifying the baby's family; however, the detailed clinical history became a pivotal tool for their reunion. Medical histories and records play an indispensable role during natural disasters. Their importance, combined with the interplay between healthcare professionals and social services, can significantly impact post-disaster trauma management, family reunifications, and overall recovery. Integrated and multidisciplinary approaches are essential for effective disaster response and recovery.

Investigation of Alternative and Complementary Treatments in Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Management

Nigar AK TÜRKİŞNurten TAŞDEMİR ,Dilek YILDIRIM TANK — 2026-07-16

ABSTRACT Aim: It is an examination of studies including alternative and complementary therapies in the treatment of postoperative nausea and vomiting. Methods: For this systematic review, articles on the Pubmed, Google Scholar and Sciencedirect search engines, including alternative and complementary treatment methods in the management of postoperative nausea and vomiting, were reviewed. Using the keywords “postoperative nausea and vomiting”, “complementary therapies”, “nursing care”, 32 articles published between 2017 and 2022 and complying with the inclusion criteria of the study were included in the study. Results: Of the alternative and complementary treatment methods used for PONV, 46,8% were aromatherapy applications, 31.2% acupuncture methods, 9.3% music therapy, 6.2% chewing gum, 3.1% massage and 3.1% were found to be hypnosis applications. “Visual Analog Nausea-Vomiting Scale” was used in most of the studies. Conclusion: In randomized controlled clinical studies, it can be said that aromatherapy and acupuncture applications are effective in preventing complications such as nausea and vomiting that may be seen in the postoperative period. However, it was concluded that more studies with high evidence level are needed on methods such as hypnosis, music therapy, massage, chewing gum. Alternative and complementary treatment methods can reduce nausea and vomiting in the postoperative period, either alone or in combination with antiemetic therapy.

The Effect of Yoga on Physical Activity, Depression, Anxiety and Quality of Life in Individuals With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Literatuare Review

Selman ÇELİK Sıdıka OĞUZ — 2026-07-16

COPD is a pulmonary problem that has a high morbidity and mortality rate worldwide, and its treatment and management is important for society. Therefore, alternative treatments are used in addition to stable COPD treatment. Yoga, which is an application in which breathing exercises and stretching movements are performed together, has been applied in the treatment of many chronic diseases such as COPD in recent years and has been the subject of research. This review was planned to examine the effects of yoga on physical performance and activity tolerance, depression, anxiety and quality of life in individuals with COPD in line with the literature. As a result of the literature reviewed in this study, it was determined that yoga exercises increase the physical strength, functional performance and activity tolerance by increasing the blood circulation and oxygenation needs of the body in COPD patients. In addition, it was determined that the patients were relieved and their depression, anxiety and stress were reduced due to deep breathing, stretching and meditation practices of yoga. As a result of yoga practices, it was determined that all these positive developments and the increase in the individual's self-awareness thanks to yoga increased the quality of life.

Reiki and Nursing with a Holistic Approach : A Literature Review

Fatma Gönül BURKEV — 2026-07-16

Today, Reiki is widely used as one of the holistic energy-based practices adopted by people from all walks of life with a different perspective. Reiki is a healing method that can always be applied to regulate the physical, mental and spiritual balance of the individual. Reiki was started to be practiced in Tibet centuries ago in Japan, and it was spread to the world by Hawaya Takata combined with her own theory with the New Age movement through America. . Reiki practitioners must go through a three-stage training, have an innate healing ability, and an attunement process. Reiki can be applied to oneself, to others, and to other living things such as animals and plants as a group. The aim of this review is to evaluate the reiki practice in a holistic perspective.

Roy Adaptasyon Modeli’ne Göre Sol Ventrikül Destek Cihazı Takılan Bir Hastanın Hemşirelik Bakımı

2026-07-16

Abstract: Heart failure is significant chronic a disease with multiple effects. The fact that these patients have a left ventricular assist device requires them to adapt to a new lifestyle. Therefore, holistic and individualized nursing care becomes even more important in the process. The use of models in the care process is effective for nurses to provide qualified care to patients. According to the Roy Adaptation Model (RAM), which is one of these models, nurses; It aims to enable patients to adapt to the process and to reduce their maladaptive behaviors. Patients with an implanted a left ventricular assist device have to face various challenges and adapt to new changes. It is extremely important to consider and develop the adaptation process of patients from a holistic perspective. This case study aims to explore the patient output and nursing care in patients with an implanted a left ventricular assist device based on Roy Adaptation Model.

Evaluation of Care Plans Prepared in the Fudamentals of Nursing Course Clinical Practice According to International Classification Systems

2026-07-16

Aim: Nursing classification systems make nursing care visible and provide a consistent and universal language among nurses. The aim of this study is to examine the care plans prepared by students in the clinical practice of the Fundamentals of Nursing course according to the international classification systems. Methods: This descriptive study was conducted retrospectively. Results: The students made a total of 42 different North American Nursing Diagnosis Association-I, and the most common diagnosis was the risk for infection (n=40). Which Functional Health Patterns Model the diagnoses belonged to was evaluated, and it was determined that the most common (n=93) nutrition/metabolic pattern diagnoses were included. A total of 375 nursing interventions in 143 care plans were prepared following the nursing process steps initiative and the most frequently applied intervention (n=30) was medication management (2380). Students used mostly physiological assessment processes. Conclusion: Using standard terminology in nursing care plans can contribute to maintaining holistic patient care.