Background/Objectives: Effective communication between nurses and patients plays a crucial role in the delivery of quality healthcare services, especially when caring for patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. It fosters trust, understanding, and collaboration and contributes to better health outcomes and satisfactory nurse–patient relationships. The aim of the study is to assess the factors and barriers affecting nurses’ communication when providing care for patients from diverse cultural backgrounds in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional quantitative descriptive design is used with an online survey instrument. The study involved registered nurses employed in Jeddah’s hospitals. The study utilized a convenience sample for data collection and used the latest version of the statistical package for the social sciences (SPSS version 21) for data entry and analysis. Results: A study of 367 participants found significant barriers to nurse–patient communication, with a mean score of 2.84 on a three-point scale. Key challenges included language differences between nurses and patients with a mean score of 2.87, and cultural and religious differences with a mean score of 2.83 and 2.81, as well as nurses’ communication skills, attitudes, and self-confidence and patients’ awareness, attitudes, and resistance to communication. The multifaceted nature of these barriers emphasizes the need for targeted interventions to improve nurse–patient interactions and enhance care quality. Conclusions: The study highlights the impact of various factors on effective communication between nurses and patients, emphasizing the need for nurses to develop their communication skills and to receive adequate training from nursing officials.

Background: The quality of life for people with chronic illnesses like cancer has been shown to be significantly impacted by self-efficacy and perceptions of their illness. Objectives: This study investigates the relationship between cancer patients’ perceptions of their illness, their self-efficacy beliefs, and their quality of life. Method: Conducted from December 2022 to February 2023, this research involved 120 adults undergoing cancer treatment. We utilized the Illness Perception Questionnaire (IPQ), the Arabic version of the Cancer Behavioral Inventory Brief (CBI-B), and the Arabic EORTC QLQ-C30, alongside clinical data collection. Statistical analyses included Pearson correlation and descriptive statistics. Results: Breast cancer emerged as the most common type among participants. A positive correlation was found between self-efficacy and quality of life, as measured by the EORTC QLQ-C30, particularly in relation to symptom management. Interestingly, all dimensions of illness perception correlated with quality of life, except for control and concerns. Conclusions: The findings underscore the vital role of nurses and healthcare providers in aiding cancer patients to develop and utilize self-management strategies effectively. The study reveals that a patient’s capacity to manage their illness is significantly influenced by their confidence, understanding of their condition, and overall quality of life. Addressing these aspects can greatly enhance healthcare professionals’ contribution to improving the resilience and well-being of individuals battling cancer.

The ever-demanding job of nurses necessitates night shift work for 12 hours at various healthcare facilities to improve continuity of care. Working at night is associated with physical and mental stress as it disturbs circadian rhythm, affects sleep, influences dietary and eating routine, and impairs cognitive function. Nursing is a high-demand profession that requires working for longer hours, due to which, nurses are at increased risk of occupational fatigue. This occupational fatigue involves various components of one’s life including poor physical performance, poor mental health, impaired cognition, and sensory overload on account of high work demand but low energy restoration. The current scope review aimed to assess the effect of night shift and occupational fatigue on nurses who work 12 hours. A systemic search of PubMed, EBSCO, CINAHL, MEDLINE, and Google Scholar was conducted. A total of 245 full-text articles underwent eligibility evaluation. In the end, 17 full-text articles were included in this scoping review. This scoping review found that there is a significance positive association of occupational fatigue with 12 hours nightshift work and that chronic fatigue leads to negative emotions, lack of concentration, and decreased motivation and subsequent reduced physical performance. In addition, nurses’ 12 hours nightshift work results in psychological, physical issues including anxiety, depression, burnout, exhaustion, and professional performance as well as affects nurses’ social and quality of life. Therefore, policymakers need to work on circadian rhythm-based interventions considering the work duration, speed of shift change, number of consecutive shifts, and social support.

Purpose: Needle-stick injuries (NSIs), sharp tools, and other devices that penetrate the skin are considered occupational hazards for health workers. The most dangerous pathogens in the blood are transmitted through contaminated needles. Thus, this study aimed to investigate the prevalence and associated factors related to NSIs among nurses in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.Patients and Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional descriptive study design was used. A total of 219 nurses working in a hospital in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, were recruited for this study. All registered nurses and adult, male, and female nurses working in general and critical care units were included in this study. Data were collected using an online questionnaire. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics using IBM Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23. The chi-square test was used to identify variables associated with NSI.Results: The prevalence of NSIs among nurses in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, was 19.7%.Conclusion: NSIs are the most dangerous pathogens transmitted through the blood between health workers. The prevalence of NSIs was 19.7%. Thus, nurses need to be provided with educational training on how to prevent NSIs.

Introduction: Caregivers play a critical role in improving stroke survivors’ outcomes. Yet, they often encounter numerous challenges in their caregiving process, with the lack of rehabilitative services and poststroke follow-ups. While extensive research has explored caregiver challenges primarily in Western contexts, sociocultural factors significantly influence family caregiving experiences and roles, necessitating exploration within the Saudi cultural context. Objectives: This study aimed to explore the experiences of family caregivers of stroke survivors in Saudi Arabia. Method: A descriptive exploratory qualitative design was employed. Using purposive sampling, 20 family caregivers of stroke patients were recruited from three healthcare institutions. Data collection involved individual semi-structured interviews complemented by field notes. A thematic analysis approach was used for data analysis. Results: Four major themes captured caregivers’ experiences and challenges: (a) emotional and psychological strain, (b) barriers to navigating healthcare systems, (c) disrupted daily living and social isolation, and (d) resilience through coping mechanisms. Conclusion: This study enhances the understanding of caregivers’ experiences of stroke survivors in Saudi Arabia. While the findings are aligned with global literature, they also reveal culturally specific challenges and coping mechanisms that are unique to the Saudi context. These insights underscore the need for culturally sensitive practices, including caregiver education, mental health support, and community-based services. To improve continuity of care and caregiver well-being, healthcare policies should prioritize integrated support systems and long-term care planning tailored to family-centered models of caregiving.

Background/Objectives: Deep venous thrombosis (DVT), the formation of a blood clot within a large vein, is one of the most common problems among hospitalized patients. The annual prevalence of DVT is 48 per 1,000,000. Nurses’ knowledge significantly affects compliance with VTE risk assessment and prevention. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and practices regarding deep venous thrombosis prevention among nurses in Ministry of Health hospitals and King Abdulaziz University Hospital (KAUH), Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: This study was conducted in Jeddah using a quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional design. A sample of 240 registered nurses were conveniently recruited to complete a self-administered online questionnaire. The data were coded and analyzed through SPSS version 24. Results: The participants had adequate knowledge on the prevention of DVT (75.64 ± 18.88), and the highest level was observed for knowledge about the prevention and prophylaxis of DVT (81.98 ± 45.73%). The practice level of nurses in preventing DVT was 71.92%, with a mean score of 18.7. Conclusions: There is a significant effect of nurses’ level of academic qualifications, working ward, and DVT prevention training on their knowledge and practice of DVT prevention.