
Nader AghakhaniUrmia University of Medical Sciences | UMSU · Food and Beverages Safety Research Center, Institute of Clinical Research, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, IranClinical Research Institute
Nader Aghakhani
Associate professor
Head of Research & Development Department
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Introduction
I am an enthusiastic and highly motivated researcher with a focus on modern quantitative and qualitative studies related to patient safety, chronic diseases, evidence-based healthcare, prevention of nosocomial infections, Iranian traditional medicine, hospital management, addiction prevention, burn care, and public health complications. Additionally, I have a keen interest in medical history and strive to develop and sustain fair, efficient, and accessible community-based studies.
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January 2013 - October 2018
October 2018 - August 2020
May 1995 - January 2009
Education
January 1990 - April 1993
Publications
Publications (338)
Patient participation in hospital-acquired pressure injury
treatment and care programs improves healthcare
outcomes, and treatment adherence, and positively increases
patient safety in healthcare settings. Ensuring
that the patients understand their condition and their
need for preventive approaches, and assessing their
motivation, resources, and a...
Methanol intoxication during the COVID-19 era has
numerous intricate cultural, social, and economic causes.
The spread of false information, inadequate coping skills,
and motivations on social media and the internet can
contribute to this issue as a social harm. Conducting
research on coping abilities and skills related to alcohol
consumption may h...
This study aimed to determine and compare the impact of self-care education using distance learning and the reversal method on self-care behaviors and the quality of life in patients with heart failure. This quasi-experimental study was conducted with 90 patients with heart failure who visited the Seyed al-Shohada Educational and Medical Center in...
The COVID-19 pandemic is highly contagious, with symptoms such as myalgia, cough, fever, and weakness, posing a greater risk to older adults and individuals with chronic conditions. Effective management requires meaningful community involvement to reduce health inequalities and ensure people-centered health care. Engaging local voices, including le...
Background and Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between metabolic syndrome and myocardial infarction in patients admitted to the hospitals of Urmia University of medical sciences. Methods: A case-control study population consisted of 172 patients with heart failure who were admitted to Seyedolshohada Hospital. In this me...
Aims: The purpose of this study is the comparison of the effect of vitamin B1 and fish oil with together on severity and duration of dysmenorrhea, and if it is effective, we can administrate both of them with less complication to compare with other chemical drugs which has many disadvantages. Study Design: High school of Urmia city, between March 2...
Caring for individuals with diabetes puts healthcare
professionals in a challenging situation. It seems that focusing on approaches such as Nurse-led
DSME can enhance the patients’ outcomes and improve their quality of life.
Individuals with end-stage renal disease can opt for kidney transplantation or dialysis as a form of renal replacement therapy. However, kidney transplantation is generally preferred due to its potential to improve quality of life and survival rates. Cognitive impairment has been remained a common issue among kidney transplantation recipients which...
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the risk of severe
strokes in individuals with preexisting cardiovascular disease,
leading to worse outcomes. COVID-19 positive stroke
patients require longer hospital stays, ICU care, and are at
higher risk of mortality. The virus disrupts stroke care globally
and can cause strokes in patients with severe respir...
The quality of life holds significant importance
in the care of hemodialysis patients. It is
essential to ascertain the risk factors such as IDH
to reduce the likelihood of complications and
mortality.
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Donepezil [Aricept®] is a centrally acting reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. We are reporting an unusual case of a 49-year-old male patient with a history of gastric bypass surgery who mistakenly ingested 200 mg of donepezil. During the hospital stay, atypical presentations such as tachycardia, disorientation, mydriasis, and ophthalmic myo...
Abstract
Background & Aim: Among the critical groups providing services to patients are their family members, relatives, and friends in the breast cancer treatment process. The care provided by family caregivers effectively increases these patients' survival. On the other hand, caregiving burnout also imposes exhausting pressure on caregivers' bodi...
This letter describes the results of the authors' investigations and conclusions regarding the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the multidimensional poverty of vulnerable populations.
Objective: The aim of this study is to compare the effect of Vitamin D and Vitamin E supplementations, alone, and in combination, on reducing the intensity and duration of dysmenorrhea in women who were referred to the Kowsar gynecological clinics of Shahid Motahari Hospital of Urmia University of Medical Sciences. Materials and Methods: A double-b...
Low Adherence to Prophylactic Antibiotics and Surgical Site Infection
Objective: The aim of this study is to compare the effect of Vitamin D and Vitamin E supplementations, alone, and in combination, on reducing the intensity and duration of dysmenorrhea in women who were referred to the Kowsar gynecological clinics of Shahid Motahari Hospital of Urmia University of Medical Sciences.
Materials and Methods: A double-b...
Disruptive behavior in health cultures is a major issue.
Hence, any effective approach should begin with a
systemic method to solve the issue rather than just
using the usual admonishing and punishing tactics that
have been previously applied in such situations. To
foster a culture in which the problem of disruptive
behavior at work is identified a...
Background: Depression, anxiety, and stress are factors affecting people's quality of life. Quality of life also affects people's social status (occupation), and this study aimed to investigate the relationship between the severity of depression, anxiety, and stress with job burnout in emergency department employees of Urmia medical education cente...
Effect of Enoxaparin Injection Duration on its Complications in
Myocardial Infarction Patients
A B S T R A C T
Aims Enoxaparin is a subcutaneous anticoagulant that has some side effects, including bruising and
pain at the injection site. The incidence of the side effects can prevent the patient from continuing
the treatment. Since one of the most i...
The health-care system should be ready to deal with a large number of COVID-19 patients who may require critical care. Patients with severe consequences should have well-rehearsed and structured protocols for quick identification, isolation, triage, and care plans. The higher incidence of metabolic syndrome combined with COVID-19 shows that concurr...
Background: Certain factors may facilitate or inhibit the formation of moral sensitivity in nurses performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The identification of these factors in the context can help develop strategies to promote nurses’ moral sensitivity and offer new insights into the consequences of their moral decisions.
Objective: Takin...
Aim
Postoperative moderate to severe pain disrupts patients’ sleep and affects their quality of life. Non-pharmacologic pain relief such as music therapy were considered beneficial. We therefore evaluated preferred type of music as pain relief in patients with abdominal surgery in a non-UK teaching hospital.
Method
Patients undergoing open abdomin...
Aims
Postoperative moderate to severe pain disrupts patients’ sleep and affects their quality of life. Non-pharmacologic pain relief such as music therapy were considered beneficial. We therefore evaluated preferred type of music as pain relief in patients with abdominal surgery in a non-UK teaching hospital.
Methods
Patients undergoing open abdom...
Abstract
Background: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is one of the areas in which moral issues are of great
significance, especially with respect to the nursing profession, because CPR requires quick decision-making
and prompt action and is associated with special complications due to the patients’ unconsciousness. In such
circumstances, nurses...
Background
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is one of the areas in which moral issues are of great significance, especially with respect to the nursing profession, because CPR requires quick decision-making and prompt action and is associated with special complications due to the patients’ unconsciousness. In such circumstances, nurses’ ability...
Several studies have suggested that the prevalence of chronic kidney disease is a main public
health issue and it does not only cause poor prognosis but also brings higher symptom
burden including fatigue, edema, sleep disturbance, anxiety and depression. Metabolic
abnormalities may also aggravate the health status, quality of life of patients and...
Dear Editor,
We have reviewed many articles and found pain and pain-related anxiety prevalent problems during dressing change in burn victims in many countries. Many researchers aimed to find effective and uncomplicated complementary medicine methods to reduce these problems, and we encountered contradictory results. Despite confirming the effect o...
Plague has been among the most devastating infectious diseases in human history. The decrease in the plague in recently reported cases and studies implies that the plague should not recur, but the fact is that it (Black Death) is still around and may appear again. The disease can be occult for many years. The reemergence of the plague epidemic with...
Abstract
Background & Aims: Diabetes is one of the chronic diseases that can disrupt the quality of life of
patients with its vascular problems and physical and psychological complications. The chronic
complications of this disease, including diabetic foot ulcers, add to the importance of self-care treatment
in this disease, which has a profound ef...
Since December 2019, a terrible outbreak of COVID-19 has quickly increased public panic among people all over the world. In addition, some symptoms, including sleep disorders and lack of access to necessary medications, deteriorated their psychological conditions (1). As the prevalence of the outbreak is increasing, the worry about getting infectio...
Pain and anxiety caused by burn dressing change are one of the major issues in burn patients. In this regard, guided imagery as a complementary method can be effective in reducing the levels of anxiety and pain. This method is the process of creating mental images and using sensory features through the individual's imagination and memory that facil...
Abstract
Background & Aims: Stroke can lead to post-stroke depression, which has severe negative effects on
the quality of life of the patients. Post-stroke depression and quality of life may have interactions with
each other. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of home care education to caregivers on
depression and quality of life in...
the present study demonstrated that the
patients who listened to their favorite music after surgery
experienced less pain compared to their controls. Research
with a long-term follow-up and a larger sample size could
shed more light over the efficacy of listening to favorite type
of music on postoperative pain.
Introduction: A complex and varied medicinal regime is used to treat heart failure. This is while the patients use other medications in addition to their prescribed drugs. Irrational and arbitrary use of the drug along with lack of treatment of the disease lead to long-term adverse effects of the drug and sometimes deterioration of the patients' he...
COVID 19 pandemic has presented an opportunity for health care providers to expand their understanding of risks of using neglectful or abusive behavior to the elder during this time, and consider incorporating studies related to this challenge. Individuals experiencing caregiving concern and stress about whether their loved ones’ needs will be met...
Abstract
Background & Aims: Stroke can lead to post-stroke depression, which has severe negative effects on
the quality of life of the patients. Post-stroke depression and quality of life may have interactions with
each other. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of home care education to caregivers on
depression and quality of life in...
Abstract
Introduction: A complex and varied medicinal regime is used to treat heart failure. This is while the patients use other medications in addition to their prescribed drugs. Irrational and arbitrary use of the drug along with lack of treatment of the disease lead to long-term adverse effects of the drug and sometimes deterioration of the pat...
Background
Suicide-attempts have increased across the world and have become higher among females. There has been a high prevalence of self-immolation in Iran, mostly young married women admitted to the burn centers. This study aimed to explore the factors and experiences of self-immolation in Iranian married women to develop prevention strategies t...
serious pandemic outbreak of COVID-19has been spread very rapidly to all over the world. Epidemiological studies show thatCOVID-19 patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hyper-tension, or the elderly, newborns, and pregnant women are at higher risk of hospitalization in intensive care units or death. In addition, t...
Abstract
Purpose
The aim of this semi-experimental study was the determination of collaborative care model training on diabetic foot ulcer patients’ quality of life.
Methods
Demographic characteristics and life’s quality questionnaires were used, and to implement the collaborative model that included (including four steps of motivation, preparati...
End-stage kidney disease, the final stage of
chronic renal disease which results in many
daily difficulties such as general muscle
weakness, reduction of physical activity and
functional capacity, which in turn effects on
quality of life of the patients.1
Ultrafiltration, osmotic disequilibrium, blood
membrane interactions, changes in blood
pressur...
Abstract:
Background & Objective: It has been postulated that depressed individuals with low total cholesterol levels may be more likely to die prematurely from suicide. This study aimed to examine the association between low serum cholesterol and suicide in depressed attempters.
Materials & Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 180 suicide atte...
ABSTRACT
Infectious diseases cause potential contributing risk factors for high mortality rate in end-stage renal disease patients who requiring hemodialysis
initiation. High rate of renal involvement in COVID-19 is confi rmed. Immunosuppression therapy in transplant patients with COVID-19 infection cause higher
risks and immunosuppression administ...
Objectives:
Despite the benefits of kidney transplant, kidney recipients are confronting many challenges that affect the quality of their lives. Implementation of the most effective self-care education program based on the needs of patients may address these challenges and improve their quality of life. This study aimed to determine the effects of...
Background and Aim: The family can play an important role in adapting patients with diabetes to lifestyle changes, so that the family, as the most essential pillar of society, is responsible for the proper care of the patient with diabetes; Therefore, the present study was conducted to determine the effect of family-centered care on the adherence t...
The ultimate aim of a health care system is progres-sion of community health in an equal manner and var-ious factors can be contributed in achieving it. Many health policy makers or managers try to produce evi-dences to be used in the health care system for this goal and they need many types of scientific documents to make well-informed decisions [...
Background and aims: Occupational injury is an accident occurring during the work and can lead to fatal/ nonfatal injuries as a leading cause of the working time and workforce loss. It is among the most important complications of industrialization in all of the countries as an important health problem. Unintentional injuries are the second cause of...
End-stage renal disease can present with a
collection of signs and symptoms such as
hypertension, poorly responsive to medication,
and volume overload refractory to diuretics,
mineral and bone disorders, anemia and metabolic
derangements such as hyponatremia,
hyperkalemia, metabolic acidosis, hyperphosphatemia,
and hypo/hypercalcemia.1
Hemodialysis...
Dear Editor, Hemodialysis is a complex procedure with many potential errors and harms needs many steps that should be carried out safely and accurately in a setting with huge turnover and many potential sources of distraction. 1 Dialysis wards are complex departments that provide advanced technology to care for patients with chronic renal failure....
Background Suicide is a deliberate method initiated with a complete awareness to die. Survivors of self-immolation, a violent suicide method, require long-term emotional and social rehabilitation. This study aimed to explore the influencing factors and experiences of self-immolation in Iranian married women.
Methods This study was conducted using a...
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By identifying at-risk adolescents early, providing a safe space for open dialogue, and collaborating with schools and families, they can help prevent bullying from escalating and support both victims and perpetrators in overcoming its negative effects. Through promoting emotional resilience, teaching healthy coping strategies, and advocating for anti-bullying policies, they can significantly contribute to creating a safer, more supportive environment for all students. Their efforts not only help reduce the harmful impact of bullying but also foster the overall well-being of adolescents, empowering them to navigate their challenges with greater confidence and emotional strength.
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Caring for individuals with diabetes puts health care professionals in a challenging situation. It appears that focusing on approaches such as Nurse-led Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) can enhance patients’ outcomes and improve their quality of life. Which nursing approaches do you know of that would work in a similar way as this method?
To effectively managing infectious diseases, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, cooperation is needed from local, traditional, and religious leaders, healthcare professionals, community committees, networks, and vulnerable populations such as the elderly, women, students, and youth. Effective community engagement necessitates a comprehensive approach that involves collaboration across various dimensions, capacity building, decentralized decision-making, mobilization of financial resources, clear communication about health risks, and active engagement of all community members. During emergencies, it is advisable to adopt a whole community approach to maximize resources from all sectors, including charities, businesses, charitable organizations, as well as the general population. What is your opinion about the issue?
Some studies suggest that certain mechanisms, such as spending money on others, are equally effective in boosting well-being for both the rich and the poor. The rich, however, have more material resources to spend. Additionally, the quality of social relationships is a strong predictor of happiness, with individuals of higher socioeconomic status typically having better relationships than those of lower status. Lastly, the ability to choose how one spends their time is a key predictor of happiness. While wealthy people may still work long hours, they likely have more control over their time compared to those with less wealth. Higher-quality social relationships, the ability to spend money on others, and greater autonomy in time management may collectively explain why higher income is associated with greater happiness. What is your opinion on the role of wealth in happiness?
Domestic violence is a leading cause of disability and mortality among pregnant women, and it has a detrimental impact on the physical, sexual, and mental well being of victims. It often involves actions aimed at dominating and manipulating one's partner, regardless of their ethnic background, age group, educational level, or income level.
What are the causes of the alarming increase in domestic violence during pregnancy, and how can we effectively address them?