Majeda M. El-Banna

Dr. Majeda M. El-Banna

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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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9 February 2026 in Bioengineering
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MEMajeda M. El-Banna
Majeda M. El-Banna
MRMoattar Raza Rizvi
Moattar Raza Rizvi
WSWaqas Sami
Waqas Sami
ASAnkita Sharma
Ankita Sharma
RARushdy Atyeh
Rushdy Atyeh
Artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), gamification, and telerehabilitation are increasingly incorporated into neurorehabilitation to deliver adaptive, personalized, and remotely accessible interventions for individuals with stroke and other neurological disorders. These technologies aim to address key limitations in conventional rehabilitation by enhancing training intensity, patient engagement, accessibility, and real-time monitoring. This systematic review synthesizes evidence from clinical and simulation-based studies evaluating AI-assisted systems, non-AI gamified platforms, VR/exergames, telerehabilitation models, and simulation-driven architectures across neurological populations. A comprehensive search of PubMed, Scopus, Embase, CINAHL, and Web of Science (2010–2025) identified randomized controlled trials, pilot and quasi-experimental studies, telerehabilitation systems, VR/exergame interventions, AI-based adaptive tools, and computational or model-driven investigations, guided by a revised PICO framework. Data were extracted using a standardized template, with studies categorized by design, population, technological modality, and outcome domain. Risk of bias was assessed using validated tools, and GRADE was applied to stroke-specific clinical outcomes. Twenty-two studies met the inclusion criteria, encompassing both clinical trials and simulation/modeling research. Clinical studies reported improvements in motor function, balance, gait, swallowing, cognition, and psychosocial well-being, often accompanied by high usability and adherence. AI-enabled systems facilitated adaptive difficulty adjustment, automated feedback, and individualized progression, while non-AI platforms demonstrated strong engagement and meaningful functional gains. Simulation studies provided valuable insights into algorithm behavior, sensor-based modeling, and system optimization. Despite promising multi-domain benefits, methodological heterogeneity, limited long-term follow-up, and inconsistent AI transparency remain key challenges, underscoring the need for standardized outcomes, explainable AI, inclusive design, and robust multicenter trials.

16 February 2024 in Teaching and Learning in Nursing
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IAIntima Alrimawi
Intima Alrimawi
MEMajeda M. El-Banna
Majeda M. El-Banna
COCarrie O'Reilly
Carrie O'Reilly
KMKhafi Muhammad
Khafi Muhammad

29 March 2025 in Teaching and Learning in Nursing
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MEMajeda M. El-Banna
Majeda M. El-Banna
IAIntima Alrimawi
Intima Alrimawi
KDKristie Davis-Collins
Kristie Davis-Collins
KRKeisha Rollins-Monroe
Keisha Rollins-Monroe

1 April 2026 in Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare
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LBLina Boutemine
Lina Boutemine
MEMajeda M. El-Banna
Majeda M. El-Banna
RARushdy Atyeh
Rushdy Atyeh
WSWaqas Sami
Waqas Sami
MRMoattar Raza Rizvi
Moattar Raza Rizvi
Purpose: Road-traffic and trauma emergencies are major causes of preventable mortality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Nurses frequently act as first responders, yet standardized nurse-led triage systems remain inconsistently implemented. This systematic review evaluated the effectiveness of validated nurse-led triage protocols in improving diagnostic accuracy, timeliness, and patient outcomes in trauma and road-traffic injury (RTI) care across low-resource LMIC settings. Methods: Following PRISMA 2020 guidelines, five databases (PubMed, Embase, Scopus, CINAHL, and Web of Science) were searched from January 2010 to October 2025. Eligible studies implemented standardized triage tools such as the South African Triage Scale (SATS) or Rapid Emergency Triage and Treatment System (RETTS) in emergency department or prehospital contexts. Risk of bias was appraised using the QUADAS-2, ROBINS-I, and JBI checklists, and findings were narratively synthesized. Results: Eight studies from Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean (Haiti) met the inclusion criteria, encompassing trauma and road-traffic injury populations in emergency and prehospital settings. Standardized nurse-led triage improved diagnostic accuracy (70– 97%), reduced under-triage (≤ 20%), and shortened waiting times (up to 45%) and on-scene-to-care intervals (~38%). Across settings, structured triage systems enhanced recognition of high-acuity trauma and alignment between triage category and injury severity. The greatest impact occurred when protocols were supported by trained nursing leadership, periodic retraining, and clear decision-support tools. Conclusion: Standardized nurse-led triage is feasible, safe, and effective for strengthening trauma-care systems in resource-limited environments. Embedding structured triage frameworks and empowering nursing leadership can substantially improve diagnostic accuracy, timeliness, and survival outcomes in LMIC emergency care systems. Plain Language Summary: Road-traffic injuries and trauma are major causes of preventable deaths in low- and middle-income countries. In many of these settings, nurses are often the first trained professionals to assess injured patients, either at the roadside or in hospital emergency departments. However, without structured decision tools, delays in identifying the most critical patients can occur. This systematic review examined whether standardized nurse-led triage systems improve the speed and accuracy of trauma care. We reviewed studies from eight countries across Africa and Asia that implemented structured triage tools, such as the South African Triage Scale and the Rapid Emergency Triage and Treatment System. Across diverse settings, nurse-led triage improved diagnostic accuracy (70– 97%) and reduced under-triage rates to 20% or less. Waiting times decreased by up to 45%, and prehospital transport intervals were shortened by approximately 38%. In several studies, accurate triage classification was associated with improved survival and better patient stabilization. Nurses also reported increased confidence and professional autonomy when leading structured triage processes. These findings demonstrate that standardised nurse-led triage is a practical, affordable, and effective strategy for improving trauma care in resource-limited environments. Strengthening nurses training and embedding structured triage protocols within emergency systems can enhance patient safety, optimize resource use, and reduce preventable deaths.

18 September 2025 in Frontiers in Global Women's Health
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RHReem Hatamleh
Reem Hatamleh
NANemeh Al-Akour
Nemeh Al-Akour
WAWafa'A Al-Bakheet
Wafa'A Al-Bakheet
MAMaha Atout
Maha Atout
MEMajeda M. El-Banna
Majeda M. El-Banna
Objectives: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common during pregnancy and can lead to adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes. Despite their significance, data on UTI prevalence and associated factors among pregnant women in Jordan remain limited. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of UTI and its associated factors among pregnant women in the northern Jordan.Methods: We conducted a retrospective study using a convenience sampling method to review the records of pregnant women registered in the King Abdullah University Hospital database between January 2017 and January 2020.Results: The study found that the prevalence of urinary tract infection (UTI) was 8.9%. Positive predictors included an interaction between chronological age and level of education (OR = 1.139; 95% CI: 1.040–1.248; p = 0.01), being in the third trimester of pregnancy (OR = 1.856; 95% CI: 1.052–3.273; p = 0.03), prolonged hospitalization (OR = 6.784; 95% CI: 4.075–11.292; p < 0.001), and anemia (OR = 3.662; 95% CI: 2.185–6.138; p < 0.001). Negative predictors included having a university degree (OR = 0.027; 95% CI: 0.002–0.344; p = 0.01) and being at the younger or older age during pregnancy (OR = 0.904; 95% CI: 0.839–0.974; p = 0.01).Conclusion: The study concluded that the prevalence of UTI among singleton primigravida pregnant women was high, given the potential consequences of infection during pregnancy. Therefore, appropriate interventional measures should be implemented by the government and relevant stakeholders to reduce the prevalence of the infection and its associated complications.

18 August 2025 in Healthcare
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AAAhmad Hussein Al-Duhoun
Ahmad Hussein Al-Duhoun
MAMaha Atout
Maha Atout
EAEman Ahmed Alsaleh
Eman Ahmed Alsaleh
AHAnees Adel Hjazeen
Anees Adel Hjazeen
MEMajeda M. El-Banna
Majeda M. El-Banna
Background: The aim of this study was to explore the intention of Jordanian patients diagnosed with hyperlipidemia to engage in physical activity. This objective was achieved via an in-depth analysis of how patient attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control can influence patient intentions to exercise. Additionally, this research examined how sociodemographic factors and perceived barriers can impact patient participation in physical activity. Methodology: This study employed a cross-sectional approach on a convenience sample of Jordanian patients diagnosed with hyperlipidemia. To gain the required data, a 15-item questionnaire (derived from the Theory of Planned Behavior) was presented to the participants in the form of an online survey (via several platforms, including WhatsApp, Facebook, and email). Results: The results indicate that perceived behavioral control had a significant correlation with the participants’ intentions to participate in physical activity. Additionally, the findings revealed that there were no significant correlations between demographic features (age, marital status, level of education, and monthly income) and intention to engage in physical activity. However, the results ascertained the existence of several facilitators to exercise (such as financial resource availability, self-interest, beneficial weather conditions, and supportive friends or exercise partners). The most commonly reported barriers to physical activity included time constraints, work commitments, and limitations imposed by existing health conditions. Conclusions: These findings provide valuable insights that can be employed to develop physical activity programs that address the cultural needs of Jordanian patients diagnosed with hyperlipidemia and enhance their levels of physical activity.