Background: Effective pain management is central to end-of-life (EOL) care, yet patients in low- and middle-income countries often experience preventable suffering. Nurses, as frontline providers, play a pivotal role in pain control; however, there is a paucity of Ghanaian qualit...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1275
Aim: This study examined differences in work-life balance, organizational commitment, and turnover intention among nurses working in urban and rural hospitals in Luzon, Philippines, and explored the relationships among these variables. Methodology: A comparative-descriptive cross...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1274
The global growth of clinical trials has increased the demand for nurses knowledgeable of integrating research in clinical practice. Thus, this qualitative phenomenological study explored the lived experiences of clinical research nurses (CRNs) in academic medical centers, emphas...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1272
Background: Yellow fever remains a significant public health threat in Nigeria’s North East, with recurrent outbreaks driven largely by suboptimal vaccination coverage. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends at least 80% population coverage to prevent yellow fever transmi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1273
Background: This study investigated the effectiveness of Buerger-Allen exercises on lower extremity perfusion in hospitalized patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, addressing the increased risk of peripheral arterial disease in this population. Materials and Methods: A true exp...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1271
Background: Yellow fever remains a recurrent public health concern in Nigeria’s North East, where suboptimal vaccination coverage, ecological suitability for mosquito vectors, and health system constraints increase vulnerability to outbreaks. Community knowledge of symptoms, tran...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1270
Aim: Workplace bullying remains a significant occupational hazard in nursing, contributing to psychological distress, burnout, and workforce instability. Philippine health policy affirms healthcare workers rights against bullying, harassment, and discrimination; however, limited...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1269
Background: Labour pain represents one of the most severe acute pain experiences in obstetrics, profoundly affecting maternal satisfaction, psychological well-being, and postpartum recovery. In urban-periurban primary healthcare settings, where advanced analgesia options are limi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1268
Background: Maternal morbidity and mortality in Bayelsa State are worsened by gaps in culturally congruent companionship, communication, and psychosocial support across pregnancy, labour, and the postpartum period. Continuous, non-clinical support can improve women’s experiences...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1266
Marianne Agub Tan, Jerry Abriam, Jacqueline De Guzman Diaz, Francis M. Culala, Jo Angeli Maria Balinton Malonzo, Anna Gay Bautista Salonga, Jocelyn Dimarucut Quiboloy & Ma. Theresa Salinda·Asian Journal of Research in Nursing and Health·2026
Background: Mental health of college student has been concern for public health due to increased risk of psychological distress. The transition from Senior High School to college brought changes such as social expectation in academic achievement which add mental health stressors...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1267
Aim: The rising use of digital platforms for health information has influenced how elderly adults interpret symptoms and make health-related decisions. Understanding these behaviors is essential to support safe and informed health engagement among aging populations. This study ex...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1265
Background: This study evaluated the impact of nurse-led education on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) attending secondary healthcare facilities in Kaduna State, Nigeria. Objective: The aim was to determine changes in HRQo...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1264
Background: Exchange blood transfusion (EBT) is one of the critical interventions in neonatal care, particularly in the management of severe hyperbilirubinaemia. However, maternal hesitation and delays in consent can arise when mothers have limited understanding of the procedure...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1263
Aim: Caring has long been regarded as the essence and moral cornerstone of the nursing profession, shaping how nurses understand their roles, form therapeutic relationships, and deliver compassionate, patient-centered care. For first-year nursing students, the concept of caring r...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1262
Maripearl D. Isidro, Ayra Rammien C. Soriano, Anne Lorreine M. Balingit, Alexis Lorenzo A. Dela Cruz, Lorie Mae A. Espiritu, Niña Karylle T. Gutierrez, Marrianne T. Tumibay & Cheena B. Mallari·Asian Journal of Research in Nursing and Health·2026
Background: Nurse leaders who are mothers have important responsibilities both at work and at home, which makes it hard for them to balance both roles. They often find themselves in conflict as they attempt to fulfill their responsibilities. Studies have confirmed that work-life...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrnh/2026/v9i1260