The widespread availability of Internet access and increasing rate of electronic device usage has helped enlighten the world community through copious applications, information resources, and other benefits. However, both the lack of controlled behavior and excessive Internet usage have resulted in a variety of difficulties that can hinder user achievement in many areas. This study investigated the prevalence of Internet and electronic device addiction among Egyptian and Saudi nursing students, with the aim of identifying any effects on sleep and academic performance. A cross-sectional comparative research design was employed among a systematic random sample comprised of 920 Egyptian and Saudi female nursing students. All participants completed the Young-Internet Addiction Test (IAT), Mobile Phone Involvement Questionnaire (MPIQ), and Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS). Severe Internet Addiction (IA) detected in 42.69% and 10.31% of Saudi and Egyptian participants, respectively. However, Saudi participants were more likely to report high rates of mobile phone usage (P < 0.001), while Egyptian participants tended to score higher on the ESS (17.47 ± 3.99 vs. 16.8 ± 3.83; P = 0.024). For all participants, IAT and MPIQ scores were correlated with ESS results, while IA was specifically associated with poor academic performance. Finally, MPIQ scores were inversely correlated with academic performance for Saudi participants. Smartphone and Internet addiction were notable problems for the Egyptian and Saudi nursing students investigated in this study. Importantly, these conditions adversely affect academic performance and other activity engagement in addition to inducing excessive daytime sleepiness.

Nursing education plays a critical role in developing students' critical thinking skills. Conventional lecture-based methods struggle to hold the attention of today's students. To tackle complicated challenges, the six thinking hats method can inspire diverse viewpoints and innovative problem-solving. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of applying the Six Thinking Hats strategy on nursing students in the "Development through Life Span" course and its impact on their critical thinking skills. A quasi-experimental research design involving a one-group pretest and posttest was employed to achieve the study’s objectives. The sample consisted of 160 s-year nursing students in their sixth level, who were enrolled in the Development Through the Lifespan course. Data collection utilized two tools: the Six Thinking Hats Teaching Strategies Students’ Opinions Questionnaire and the Critical Thinking Ability Scale for College Students. The findings indicate that the majority of participants were 20 years old, with a mean age of 19.8 years (± 0.6). Female students made up a slight majority at 56.3%. A satisfactory attitude toward the Six Thinking Hats model was observed by 71.3% of the students, while 28.7% exhibited a negative attitude. Additionally, a positive correlation was found between students' opinions on the Six Thinking Hats model and their scores on the Critical Thinking Ability Scale, with statistically significant differences noted. The Six Thinking Hats technique proved effective in enhancing nursing students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills, encouraging them to explore diverse perspectives, generate innovative ideas, and make well-rounded decisions. Furthermore, this strategy fostered improved collaboration, communication, and creativity among the students. The findings suggest that the six thinking hats approach can be a valuable teaching strategy in nursing education, fostering critical thinking and enhancing the overall quality of nursing education to improve patient care outcomes.

Chronic illness in children significantly affects their quality of life and that of their families. They often encounter numerous challenges, with fatigue being one of the most common. Creating opportunities for parents to care for their children, participate in caregiver support groups, and engage in discussions with healthcare professionals can empower them. To assess the impact of family-centered empowerment programs (FCEP) on reducing fatigue levels in children with chronic illnesses and their parents. A quasi-experimental study utilizing a single group pre/post-test design was carried out involving 328 mother-child pairs at Mansoura University Children’s Hospital. Pre-test and post-test measurements were utilized, employing the Pediatric Quality of Life Multidimensional Fatigue Scale for children and the Checklist Individual Strength for parents. The FCEP comprised three educational sessions focused on managing fatigue and enhancing family support was introduced. Post-intervention, children’s fatigue scores significantly improved from 6.59 to 33.64 (p ≤ 0.001). All fatigue subscales (general, sleep/rest, cognitive) demonstrated significant enhancements. Parental fatigue also showed a slight decrease, although it was less pronounced. Differences were observed in self-efficacy and coping strategies before and after the intervention, indicating a positive shift in these areas among families. The findings suggest that implementing family-centered empowerment programs is associated with reduced fatigue severity in children with chronic illnesses and their parents. This highlights the potential benefits of family involvement in care processes. However, it may be beneficial for future studies to utilize a larger randomized design to further validate these results and enhance the generalizability of the findings.

Home injuries are a major cause of mortality and disability in children worldwide. Home accidents strain the healthcare system and can hurt family income and children's quality of life. To save lives and avoid sequelae, parents and carers should be competent in giving emergency management to children engaged in house accidents. This study aims to determine the pattern of home injuries affecting children (0–5 years old) in Arar City, to assess Saudi mothers' knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding first aid measures to be taken for injured children, and to identify some of the factors associated with mothers' level of KAP. A cross-sectional study was conducted on Saudi mothers with under-five children in Arar, Saudi Arabia. A structured self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data on recruited mothers’ sociodemographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards home injuries and first aid measures. Out of the total 348 respondents, 24.7% demonstrated a high level of knowledge about domestic injuries, while 38.8% had a moderate level of awareness, and 36.5% had a low level of knowledge on the subject. Knowledge was associated with mother’s age, educational level, employment, being married, high economic status and fewer number of children (P < 0.05). Regarding the attitude score, 28.5% demonstrated a good attitude towards domestic injuries, while 31.0% exhibited a fair attitude, and 40.5% had a poor attitude. However, the practice score revealed that most participants fall into the categories of good practice (37.1%) and Fair practice (30.2%). The findings revealed varying levels of knowledge, attitudes, and practices among the respondents, with a significant portion demonstrating gaps in understanding and implementation of first aid measures. Factors such as age, marital status, type of residence, and family household income were found to be associated with levels of knowledge about first aid.

Background/Objective: Febrile convulsions (FCs) are the most common convulsive disorder of childhood, and represent a benign condition in children. FC occurrence can affect negatively on the familial quality of life and the parents may experience anxiety and fear with every time child develops fever. Therefore, parents and care givers should be educated about febrile convulsion and its home management. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of implementing an educational module on mother's knowledge, home management and attitude about febrile convulsion.Methods: A quasi experimental research design using one group pre & post-test was used. The study sample included 107 mothers of children with febrile convulsion according to statistical consultant and statistical formula. The inclusion criteria were: all mothers of children with first or recurrent FC and the children age was from 6 months to five years. The study was conducted at the Emergency department, outpatient clinic and medical word affiliated to Mansoura University Children's Hospital, Egypt. Results: It was found that, fifty two percent (52.3%) of studied children were boys with the mean age were Mean ± SD 2.76 ± 1.30 for children and 30.29 ± 6.41 for mothers. Percentage of studied mother with good knowledge at base line was low (11.2%) while, this percentage was improved to 65.4% with a mean knowledge score 3.98 ± 2.18 before module and 9.70 ± 1.56 after module implementation. In addition, sixty four percent (64.4%) of studied mothers had inappropriate practice and home management compared to less than half (44.9%) after module implementation; the difference was statistically significant (p = .005). Only 25.3% of mothers had positive attitude about febrile convulsion before module implementation and this percentage was improved to 57.9% after module implementation with the mean score of attitude 18.42 ± 5.84 before module and 24.71 ± 6.76 post module implementation and the difference was statistically significant (p = .025).Conclusions: The study concluded that, the use of educational intervention programs and mothers support group were influenced positively in improving mothers’ knowledge, home management & attitude about FC and its management; but still some mothers having inappropriate home management and negative attitude. Therefore, it is recommended further education in the pediatric clinic or via mass media.