Evangelos Fradelos

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• RMHN,BSc, MSc, PhD
• Professor (Associate) at University of Thessaly

The work environment of nurses has consistently been the most important factor affecting the emergence of burnout and their choice to resign from their positions. Objective: To examine the effect of nurse work environment on job burnout and turnover intention among nurses. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted during October 2024 in Greece...

Medical biosensors have set the basis of medical diagnostics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) has boosted diagnostics to a great extent. However, false results are evident in every method, so it is crucial to identify the reasons behind a possible false result in order to control its occurrence. This is the first critical state-of-the-art review a...

Background/Objectives: Although self-compassion practice has been more and more popular in the literature in recent years, the area of social work knows very little about it. To be self-compassionate is to treat oneself with love and respect. The aim of this study was to investigate at the relationship between social workers' professional quality o...

Introduction: Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder and carries the risk of causing serious complications and/or death in the patient. In the school environment, diabetic students need monitoring and support to ensure their health. Teacher perceptions can impact T1D management in schools by influencing their preparedness,...

Objective: This scoping review aims to explore and synthesize the core competencies and skills required for primary care nurses conducting comprehensive geriatric assessments. Comprehensive geriatric assessments have become integral to providing holistic, patient-centered care for older adults with complex health needs, but the specific competencie...

Background: Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer among women in Greece. It is crucial to have a simple, trustworthy and effective instrument for assessing the factors that impact cancer screening behaviors. Objective: This study aimed to translate and validate the Greek version of the Breast Cancer Screening Beliefs Questionnaire (BCSBQ). Met...

Background and Objectives: While the acute phase of pulmonary embolism (PE) is well studied, its long-term physical and mental consequences have received less attention. Here, we aim to evaluate health-related quality of life (HRQoL) during the follow-up of PE with the Heart QoL questionnaire and to assess its reliability and validity as a standard...

Abstract: Background: Spirituality is significantly associated with the quality of life of patients suffering from rheumatic diseases, helping them to cope with pain and improve emotional well-being. There is a gap in the literature regarding the relationship between spirituality, quality of life and treatment adherence in patients with rheumatic d...

Aim: This study assesses nursing students' attitudes toward artificial intelligence (AI) and examines the role of personality traits in shaping these attitudes. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in which 159 nursing students from the University of Thessaly participated. Data were collected using the General Attitudes Toward Artificial...

Introduction: The discrimination and dehumanization faced by transgender people is particularly intense, both at the societal level and in health services. Purpose: To examine nursing students' attitudes toward transgender individuals and to explore the role of empathy, demographic characteristics, and personality traits in shaping these attitudes....

Background/Objectives: Quiet quitting, defined as employees fulfilling only the minimal requirements of their roles without extra effort or engagement, poses unique challenges in high-stress environments like hospitals where commitment directly impacts patient care. This study investigates the phenomenon of “quiet quitting” within the healthcare se...

Aim: This study investigates dehumanization and attitudes toward LGBTQ+ individuals among primary healthcare nurses in Greece, exploring the influence of personality traits, empathy, and LGBTQ+ health knowledge. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional design was used with 114 public-sector primary healthcare nurses completing self-report questionn...

The issue of loneliness among nurses is of considerable importance, with potential ramifications extending beyond the well-being of the individuals involved to the quality of patient care delivered. This review explores the topic in-depth, guided by the recognition that the considerable influence of loneliness on nurses’ welfare warrants extensive...

Objective: The digitalization of our daily living has changed dramatically the internet and digital media use among all ages. However, children and adolescents are particularly vulnerable to potential dangers and addiction risks. Our objective was to evaluate the computer and internet addiction levels in children and adolescents through their paren...

Background & Aims Frailty is a significant predictor of adverse outcomes in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). However, its impact on short-term clinical outcomes remains unclear. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate the associations between frailty and adverse clinical outcomes in patients with ACS. Methods W...

Introduction: Medication adherence is one of the most important factors in the effectiveness of treatment, especially for patients with chronic diseases. This study aims to assess the adherence of patients with chronic diseases and investigate the parameters that influence it. It will also examine the psychometric properties of the SMAQ scale, a to...

School safety encompasses risk reduction efforts to ensure that children act in an environment that is safe and promotes the well-being of the students to achieve their full potential. Therefore, a safe and secure environment is a prerequisite for effective teaching and learning. This scoping review aims to address a range of school safety risk fac...

This study examines the hospitalization experience of COVID-19 patients in public hospitals in the Thessaly Region of the Greek territory. The ultimate goal is to explore and gain a deeper understanding of the subjective experience of hospitalization. A qualitative study design was employed in this study. Data were collected through semi-structured...

Background: Chronic, end-stage renal disease significantly impacts patients’ daily activities and sleep quality, particularly those undergoing hemodialysis. However, there is limited research on the extent of these challenges and their correlation with this population. Aim: This study aims to assess the level of activity of daily living and the pre...

The increasing cultural and ethnic diversity within global migrant populations necessitates the provision of culturally competent care by healthcare personnel. This narrative literature review critically analyzes existing literature on the delivery of culturally competent care to migrants, highlighting key theoretical frameworks, empirical findings...

The increasing cultural and ethnic diversity within global migrant populations necessitates the provision of culturally competent care by healthcare personnel. This narrative literature review critically analyzes existing literature on the delivery of culturally competent care to migrants, highlighting key theoretical frameworks, empirical findings...

Aim: To translate and examine the psychometric properties of the Measurement of Midwifery Quality – MMAY postpartum in a sample of postpartum women in Greece. Materials and Methods: After officially translating the questionnaire, we conducted a cross-sectional study in three public and one private obstetric clinic in Greece. The questionnaires were...

Aim: To examine the level of medication adherence among individuals diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in Greece and Cyprus and assess the demographic, clinical, and psychosocial variables affecting it. Materials and Methods: An anonymous self-administered questionnaire was administered to adult patients attending hospitals and treatme...

Εισαγωγή: Στην τρέχουσα πανδημία COVID-19, οι επαγγελματίες υγείας είναι ιδιαίτερα επιρρεπείς στην ανάπτυξη ψυχιατρικών διαταραχών. Σκοπός: Σκοπός της παρούσας μελέτης αυτής ήταν να διερευνήσει τη ψυ-χική ανθεκτικότητα και το δευτερογενές τραυματικό στρες σε υγειονομι-κό προσωπικό κατά την πανδημία της COVID-19. Υλικό και Μέθοδος: Το δείγμα της έρε...

Introduction: Adverse events in the operating room are considered unintended injuries or harm caused by healthcare rather than the patient's disease, leading to death, disability, or prolonged hospital stays. Methods :A cross-sectional design was conducted following the random sampling method, on 200 surgical patients. A self-completed questionnair...

Understanding and addressing dehumanization in healthcare is crucial due to its profound impact on patient care, ethical implications on patient dignity and autonomy, and its potential to affect the psychological well-being of healthcare professionals. The primary aim of this study was to establish reliable and valid instruments measuring two diffe...

The educational environment is important for the development of life skills of nursing students in late-and post-adolescence. Strengthening their mental resilience, enhancing their individual confidence, and controlling stress are necessary conditions in this direction, which will help them cope with the future challenges of their chosen profession...

The introduction of a new vaccine into immunization programs represents a significant advancement in the global effort to combat vaccine-preventable diseases. Data from the World Health Organization support that immunization prevents between 2 and 3 million deaths each year across various diseases, underscoring its pivotal role in global health. Th...

Aim School nurses often use diabetes mellitus devices as part of the care provided to students with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. The aim of this study was to explore the psychometric properties of the Greek version of the Diabetes Devices Confidence Scale (DDCS). Methods In this cross-sectional, descriptive study, 143 school nurses completed the DDCS....

Understanding and addressing dehumanization in healthcare is crucial due to its pro-found impact on patient care, ethical implications on patient dignity and autonomy, and its potential to affect the psychological well-being of healthcare professionals. The primary aim of this study was to establish reliable and valid instruments measuring two diff...

The purpose of this study was to evaluate spirituality, religiosity, self-esteem, depression, and stress in people with spinal cord injuries. The Royal Free Questionnaire for Spiritual and Religious Beliefs, the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale, and the Spielberger State–Trait Anxiety Scale were all...

Aim: To substantiate the possibilities of developing a comprehensive system of psychosocial support for Ukrainians during and after the war through thedevelopment of an integrated model of psychosocial service provision in the community, which promotes cross-sectoral interaction and expands the possibilities of integrating and scaling up multiple l...

Σκοπός της παρούσας μελέτης είναι η ανάπτυξη και ο αρχικός ψυχομετρικός έλεγχος ενός ερωτηματολογίου για τη διερεύνηση των στάσεων και των πεποιθήσεων των νοσηλευτών και των νοσηλευτριών όσον αφορά στις διακρίσεις απέναντι σε άτομα διαφορετικής εθνοτικής καταγωγής.

Background: In the world of elderly people and people with chronic diseases, caregivers give a solution to caring at home. This study aimed to evaluate the burden of caregivers of patients with chronic diseases in primary health care and identify possible demographic and other determinants of it. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study with a con...

Background Quality of life (QOL) among older adults is a crucial aspect of geriatric care, particularly in the context of global demographic shifts toward ageing societies. Understanding the determinants of QOL in older adults is essential for developing effective interventions to promote well‐being in this population. Methods This cross‐sectional...

Background: Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that is chronic and has frequent relapses. Objectives: The purpose of the research was to study the nursing care of patients with bipolar disorder in the mania phase. Methods: A qualitative study was employed in this study. The sample consisted of 10 nurses working in psychiatric clinics and data w...

Background/Objectives: As heart failure (HF) patients face increased vulnerability to respiratory infections, optimizing pneumococcal and influenza vaccination coverage becomes pivotal for mitigating additional health risks and reducing hospitalizations, morbidity, and mortality rates within this population. In this specific subpopulation of patien...

Objectives The aim of this study was to record parents’ knowledge and attitudes towards bullying experienced by their children and to explore the strategies they choose to manage bullying incidents. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted. The study population consisted of parents of children who have experienced bullying in a primary or sec...

Understanding and addressing dehumanization in healthcare is crucial due to its profound impact on patient care, ethical implications on patient dignity and autonomy, and its potential to affect the psychological well-being of healthcare professionals. The primary aim of this study was to develop reliable and valid instruments measuring two differe...

Introduction: Healthcare workers in anesthesiology departments often experience burnout syndrome, which may be combined with anxiety and depression. Aim: The study aimed to assess the levels of burnout among nurses and physicians working in anesthesiology departments in public hospitals in Attica and to investigate a possible correlation between b...

Introduction: Healthcare workers in anesthesiology departments often experience burnout syndrome, which may be combined with anxiety and depression. Aim: The study aimed to assess the levels of burnout among nurses and physicians working in anesthesiology departments in public hospitals in Attica and to investigate a possible correlation between bu...

The purpose of this study was to explore factors that influence nurses' beliefs about offering spiritual care. Study Design: A mixed-method study design, incorporating both quantitative (questionnaire) and qualitative research, was used for this study (focus group discussion). Methods: The questionnaires were completed by a convenience sample of nu...

Background Delirium, which is prevalent in critical care settings, remains underexplored in acute coronary syndrome (ACS) patients in the cardiac intensive care unit (CICU). Aims To investigate the prevalence and clinical significance of delirium in patients with ACS admitted to the CICU. Study Design A prospective study ( n = 106, mean age 74.2...

Background: Features of post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety may be present in pulmonary embolism (PE) patients, along with impaired quality of life (QoL). We aim to evaluate health-related QoL, anxiety and satisfaction with life in patients with PE. Methods: Patients with PE were enrolled during their follow-up. All participants completed th...

Background: Features of post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety may be present in Pulmonary Embolism (PE) patients along with impaired Quality of Life (QoL). We aim to evaluate health related QoL, anxiety and satisfaction with life, during the pandemic, in patients with a PE. Methods: Patients with PE were enrolled during their follow-up. All pa...

Objectives Human papillomavirus (HPV) stands as one of the prevalent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and serves as the primary factor behind nearly all instances of cervical cancer, along with various other non-cancerous conditions like genital warts. Our objective was to explore the knowledge and beliefs of Greek parents regarding HPV infec...

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between fear of cancer recurrence, spiritual well-being, and mental health among cancer patients. The study involved 217 patients undergoing chemotherapy. Data were collected with the following instruments: a demographic and clinical information recording form, the fear of cancer recurrence...

Nurses’ caring behaviors are affected by several determinants. The aim of this study was to explore the factors affecting nurses’ caring behaviors. Nurses (N=309) from three public general hospitals in Greece completed the Factors of Nurses’ Caring Behaviors Scale. The data analysis was carried out with the Statistical Package for the Social Scienc...

Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive and debilitating respiratory disorder. Nurses play a major role in managing the disease. This study aimed to test the effect of a brief online intervention in increasing the knowledge of COPD in a sample of nursing students in Greece. Materials and Methods The intervention en...

Εισαγωγή: Καθώς με την πάροδο του χρόνου η λοίμωξη από τον ιό SARS-COV-2 εξελίσσεται και νέες μεταλλάξεις κάνουν την εμφάνισή τους, νέες έρευνες υπό εξέλιξη μελετούν τις επιπτώσεις αυτής τόσο κατά την έναρξη και τη διάρκειά της όσο και κατά την αποδρομή της. Οι ασθενείς ήρθαν αντιμέτωποι με πληθώρα συμπτωμάτων της νόσου άλλοτε ήπια και άλλοτε έντον...

Εισαγωγή: Η αύξηση του επιπολασμού και της νοσηρότητας των διαβητικών κάνει επιτακτική την ανάγκη για ολιστική αντιμετώπιση της νόσου, προκειμένου να αποτραπούν σοβαρές σωματικές επιπλοκές και ψυχικά νοσήματα, όπως η κατάθλιψη και το άγχος. Σκοπός: Η εργασία αυτή επικεντρώνεται στη μελέτη ατόμων με σακχαρώδη διαβήτη τύπου 2 και στον εντοπισμό στοιχ...

Aim: To identify the necessary competencies that future professionals must obtain in order to effectively manage patients with chronic conditions. We employed a multilayer review in PubMed, Scopus and Cochrane. Materials and Methods: We applied three searches in PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane using various terms in order to identify the necessary ski...

Occupational stress and burnout of health personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially of the nursing population in intensive care units (ICUs), were quite frequent along with negative effects and a direct correlation with the manifestation of many physical, behavioral and psychological symptoms. For the purposes of this research, a quantitat...

Introduction: Nursing professional is considered to be stressful with impact on nurses' mental health. Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of coping strategies and psychological resilience on anxiety and depression among nurses. Methods: In this descriptive and cross-sectional study, 378 nurses from two hospitals (a genera...

The aim of this study was to investigate the psychometric properties of the Greek version of FACIT-COST, as well as to assess the levels of financial distress of patients suffering from lung cancer in relation to their quality of life and lung cancer symptom burden. This was a cross-sectional quantitative study. A self-assessment instrument was use...

Introduction: Hemodialysis is the most frequent treatment modality for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). However, a number of limitations and modifications accompany this treatment, affecting people's physical and psychological well-being and increasing anxiety symptoms. The aim of this study was to investigate the level of anxiety and health locus...

Purpose of this research was to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the level of computer anxiety of nursing students and also their attitude related to computer use. A cross-sectional study was conducted in two periods, one before the COVID-19 pandemic (1st period) and the second during the COVID-19 pandemic (2nd period). The research i...

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has led to high levels of stress and anxiety for health care professionals. The purpose of this study was to investigate the burnout of health care professionals in COVID-19 pandemic conditions. Quantitative research was performed, and the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory was used to study burnout. The r...

Introduction: Spirituality constitutes a central element of all health and social care professions. The Spiritual Coping Strategies Scale (SCSS) measures both spiritual and religious coping strategiesAim: The aim of this study was to provide evidence for the reliability and validity of SCSS for Greece. Methods: A total of 301 nurses were selecte...

Objective: Aim: To evaluate primary health physicians' clinical and behavioral practices towards antibiotics administration in a specific region in Greece. Patients and methods: Materials and methods: A cross sectional study was conducted using a questionnaire in all structures of primary health care (PHC) of the Peloponnese Region. The study wa...

Aim: The aim of the study was to investigate the feeling of fear and stigmatization in the general population, during the pandemic. Materials and Methods: The study sample consisted of 1076 people attending a vaccination center in the Region of Argos, a prefecture of Peloponnese Region. The study was conducted from May 2021 to August 2021. In this...

The brain’s temperature measurements (TB) in patients with severe brain damage are important, in order to offer the optimal treatment. The purpose of this research is the creation of mathematical models for the TB’s prediction, based on the temperatures in the bladder (TBL), femoral artery (TFA), ear canal (TΕC), and axilla (TA), without the need f...

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the safety and well-being of healthcare workers. A scoping review was conducted to highlight the impact of COVID-19 on the safety, health, and well-being of healthcare workers and to shed light on the concerns about their perceived safety and support systems. A literature search was conducted in th...

ΣΚΟΠΟΣ Η μελέτη του στιγματισμού επαγγελματιών υγείας κατά το δεύτερο κύμα της πανδημίας. ΥΛΙΚΟ-ΜΕΘΟΔΟΣ Σε αυτή τη συγχρονική μελέτη συμ-μετείχαν 279 επαγγελματίες υγείας δύο δημόσιων νοσοκομείων της Αττικής που νοσήλευαν ασθενείς με COVID-19. Για τη συλλογή των δεδομένων χρη-σιμοποιήθηκε η κλίμακα Stigma Towards Healthcare Providers Working with C...

Objective: The aim of the present study is to examine mental health, quality of life, acedia and spiritual dryness in patients suffering from chronic diseases. Patients and methods: Materials and method: Data were collected by special design instrument for the needs of the present study. Descriptive statistics and inferential statistics were app...

OBJECTIVE To study the stigmatization of health professionals during the second wave of the pandemic. METH-OD In this cross-sectional study, 279 health professionals of two public hospitals in Attica who treated patients with COVID-19 participated. The Stigma Towards Healthcare Providers Working with COVID-19 Patients Scale (S19-HCPs) was used for...

The compliance of dentists with good hygiene practices during the COVID-19 pandemic was essential to minimize the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 strains, and the pandemic has significantly interrupted the provision of oral health care to many individuals. We aimed to examine, in a cross-sectional study, factors affecting dental patients’ compliance in...

Εισαγωγή: Οι μυοσκελετικές διαταραχές αποτελούν την πιο κοινή αιτία σοβαρού, μακροχρόνιου πόνου και σωματικής αναπηρίας επηρεάζοντας εκατοντάδες εκατομμύρια ανθρώπους, ανεξαρτήτως ηλικίας, φύλου και κοινωνικοδημογραφικού στρώματος παγκοσμίως. Αντιπροσωπεύ- ουν δε μια σημαντική επιβάρυνση για το άτομο, την κοινωνία και τις υπηρεσίες υγείας και είναι...

Εισαγωγή: Ο τομέας της υγειονομικής περίθαλψης καλείται να αντιμετωπίσει διάφορες προκλήσεις μεταξύ των οποίων περιλαμβάνεται και η αυξημένη ζήτηση για βελτίωση της ποιότητας των παρεχόμενων υπηρεσιών προκειμένου να παραμείνει ανταγωνιστικός, ενώ διεθνώς υπάρχει μια τάση για την αξιοποίηση των δυνατοτήτων των νέων τεχνολογιών για την ενίσχυση της π...

Recent research highlights the lack of knowledge and reduced skills of health care professionals in communicating with people from the LGBTQIA+ community. This often occurs due to reduced continuing education on social issues in the health sector. The purpose of this research was to study the readiness of health care professionals to manage the soc...

Background: Threatening and aggressive behaviors in healthcare settings constitute a significant problem that can affect not only the physical and mental integrity of staff but also patient safety and the quality of healthcare. Literature highlights verbal abuse as the most common form of non-physical violence and is estimated from 51.8% to 63.4%...

Background: Taking care of a child with autism is a difficult task, and requires special knowledge and special education. The experiences of families raising a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are often neglected in the treatment plan. Objective: The purpose of this systematic review is to explore the experiences of families with a chi...

The concept of caring is fundamental to nursing practice. The aim of this study was to investigate patients’ and nurses’ caring behaviors and the possible differences between the two groups. In this descriptive and comparative study, 310 patients and 329 nurses from six general hospitals from Greece completed the Caring Behaviors Inventory-16. The...

The COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on everyone’s daily lives with short-term or long-term consequences. Among the affected population, university students were studied by researchers specifically due to the total change to their educational way of learning and the courses they attended. The present study aimed to assess the psychological difficul...

Nursing students have limited knowledge of providing quality care to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. The aim of this study was to explore the psychometric properties of the Nursing Students’ Knowledge of and Attitudes toward Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Health Concerns (NKALH) survey as well as to examine whet...

Background: The age profile of the population has shifted globally. Age discrimination has been documented, particularly in the areas of health and employment. Aim: This study aims at examining nursing students' attitudes toward older people and dehumanization of older people among nursing students. Methods: A cross-sectional design was employ...

Background: Both SARS-CoV-2 infection and/or vaccination result in the production of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies. We aimed to compare the antibody titers against SARS-CoV-2 in different scenarios for antibody production. Methods: A surveillance program was conducted in the municipality of Deskati in January 2022. Antibody titers were obtained from 145 pa...

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of depressive symptoms, insomnia symptoms, and comorbid depressive and insomnia symptoms on the quality of life among community dwelling older adults in an urban area of central Greece. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 200 older adults (aged ≥60) collected from five Open Care Centers...

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of depressive symptoms, insomniasymptoms, and comorbid depressive and insomnia symptoms on the quality of life among commu-nity-dwelling older adults in an urban area of central Greece. A cross-sectional study was conductedon 200 older adults (aged ≥60) collected from five Open Care...

Background International research collaborations in nursing are increasing. However, collaborations in international nursing education research are limited compared to clinical nursing studies. This paper presents the experiences of seven investigators of a multi-country study while conducting collaborative research among nursing students across fi...

Background and Objectives: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) encompasses Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE). The duration of anticoagulant therapy following a VTE event partly relies on the risk of recurrent VTE which depends on the clinical setting where VTE occurred and the VTE risk factors present. Obesity is considered a minor...

Objective: To evaluate the relationship between adherence to the Mediterranean diet and health literacy and to find possible differences based on the demographic characteristics of the participants. Μaterials and methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out with a convenience sample from the Greek general population (n=203). The questionnaires...

Background: Depressive, anxiety, and stress symptoms are prevalent in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and may negatively influence the disease course and quality of life. The study aimed to assess the relationship between psychological factors and patients’ quality of life (QoL). Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study with th...

Objective: The aim: To prove the heterogeneity of pathogenetic mechanisms and pathodynamics of self-destructive behaviour (SdB) in patients with schizophrenia spectrum disorders (SSD). Patients and methods: Materials and methods: We examined 112 patients with different kinds of SSD: 55 men (49.1%) and 57 women (50.9%), 34.9±8 years old. In 44.6%...

Objective: The aim: The current Cross-Sectional study investigated the psychosocial effects on recovered Covid 19 patients in a General Hospital in Greece. It was investigated the impact of Covid 19 on levels of social support, loneliness, resilience & PTSD. Furthermore, the correlation between all the above factors was studied. Patients and meth...

Introduction: Coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19), caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has become a global pandemic, giving rise to a serious global health threat. Many countries including Greece have seen a two- wave pattern of reported cases, with a first wave in spring and a second in autumn of 2020. Methods...

Sharp injuries (SIs) are incidents or accidents caused by a needle, blades (such as scalpels) or other medical instruments which penetrate the skin. They are among the major work-related injuries in healthcare professionals. The purpose of this study is to estimate SIs in healthcare workers (HCWs) in Central Greece. Method: A cross-sectional desc...

This study aimed to assess the effect of spirituality on quality of life of end-stage renal disease patients undergoing hemodialysis (HD). A cross-sectional study was carried out in six HD Units. The sample consisted of 367 patients averaging 61.8 years of age. For the measuring of spirituality and the quality of life, the FACIT-Sp-12 and the Misso...

The aim of the present study was to examine the effect of nurses' personality, spir-ituality, and spiritual care in nurses' caring behaviors. A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted in two hospitals, located in Athens, Greece. Data were collected by a four-part self-reported questionnaire. The results showed that work experience seems to...