The effect of internet addiction on surgical nurses' malpractice tendencies: Turkish sample

BACKGROUND

This study aimed to determine the effect of surgical nurses' internet addiction on their malpractice tendencies.

METHODS

The descriptive cross-sectional study included 1051 nurses working in the surgical awards of 10 hospitals in Istanbul. Data were collected using a descriptive characteristics form, the Internet Addiction Scale, and the Malpractice Tendency Scale. An increase in the score on the internet addiction scale indicates that internet addiction increases. In contrast, an increase in the score on the malpractice tendency scale indicates that malpractice tendency decreases. Data were analyzed using independent groups t-test, one-way ANOVA test, Pearson correlation and linear regression analyzes with IBM SPSS Statistics version 22.0 software.

RESULTS

A weak negative correlation was found between the surgical nurses' total scores on the Internet Addiction Scale and Malpractice Tendency Scale (r=-0.422 p < 0.001). Internet addiction total score was also negatively correlated with malpractice tendency subscale scores for medication and transfusion administration safety (r=-0.450 p < 0.001); infection prevention (r=-0.416 p < 0.001); patient monitoring, device, and material safety (r=-0.321 p < 0.001); fall prevention (r=-0.325 p < 0.001), and communication (r=-0.332 p ≤ 0.001). In linear regression analysis, an increase in internet addiction overall and in the lack of control subscale was associated with greater malpractice tendency (ß=-0.422 and ß=-0.243, respectively). Internet addiction explained a total of 17.7% of the total change in malpractice tendency (R2 = 0.177).

CONCLUSION

Surgical nurses showed increased malpractice tendency as their internet addiction level increased. This relationship was seen in all domains of malpractice, including medication and transfusion administration safety, infection and fall prevention, communication, and patient monitoring, device, and material safety. It is recommended that in-service training be planned for conscious internet use to limit the time nurses spend on the internet during working hours.

Relationship between burnout and fear of missing out among nurses in Oman: Implication for nursing practice

BACKGROUND

Nurses' perceived stress might contribute considerably to burnout and a fear of missing out (FOMO). This might intensify FOMO feelings since they may feel detached from social and personal activities owing to their stressful work schedules. The present study was conducted to determine the relationship between job burnout and FOMO among nurses.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

This study used a cross-sectional design with a convenience sampling approach. A sample of 211 nurses working in Muscat/Oman completed the study questionnaires. The date was between September and December 2023. Participants completed the study questionnaires, including a sociodemographic questionnaire, an Oldenburg Burnout Inventory, and a Fear of Missing Our Scale (FOMO).

RESULTS

A total of 211 nurses participated. Findings showed that most participants had moderate levels of FOMO and burnout (60.161% and 62.08%), respectively. There were significant differences in FOMO based on working time (F = 4.941, P = 0.008) and working area (F = 6.787, P = 0.001). The study also found a significant positive correlation between FOMO and burnout among nurses (F = 79.445, P < 0.00, R 2 = 275).

CONCLUSION

The study indicated that nurses who had experienced more missing out had higher levels of job burnout. This might be attributed to frequent work-related activities and a lack of work-life balance. To combat this, nurses should be given clear information about their workload and duties, as well as chances for professional growth, continuing education, and career promotion, and they should be encouraged to establish boundaries between work and home life.

Determining the effects of nomophobia on nurses and midwives in a maternity and child health hospital: A cross-sectional study

AIM

This study aims to assess the levels of nomophobia among nurses and midwives employed at a gynecology and children's hospital and to explore its impact on their lives.

METHODS

This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in a gynecology and pediatrics hospital situated in the western region of Turkey. The research sample comprised 112 nurses and midwives. Data collection was facilitated through an "Introductory Information Form" and the "Nomophobia Scale," with adherence to the STROBE checklist for reporting this cross-sectional study.

RESULTS

The mean age of the participants was 34.50 ± 9.98 years. The average total score on the nomophobia scale was 68.45 ± 24.62, with 54.5% of participants classified as having moderate levels of nomophobia. Factors such as age, years of experience in nursing or midwifery, work patterns, and the habit of checking their phones immediately upon waking and before sleeping were found to influence their levels of nomophobia.

CONCLUSION

The study observed that mobile phone usage among nurses and midwives in a gynecology and pediatrics setting negatively affects their mental and physical health, with a moderate level of nomophobia being prevalent. Notably, older age and increased work experience were associated with lower nomophobia scores.

IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE

Initiatives aimed at preventing the onset of nomophobia are recommended, especially targeting younger nurses and midwives who play a crucial role in health service delivery.

Gambling and internet addiction: a pilot study among a Population of Italian Healthcare : Gambling and Internet Addition in a Healthcare Group

AIM

Measuring the phenomenon of gambling and Internet addiction, with analysis of attitudes and psychophysical consequences among nurses working in different care settings.

METHODS

An observational, cross sectional, multicenter study was conducted from April to September 2020. Participants' socio-demographic information, the "Internet Addiction Test" (IAT) scale, and the "South Oaks Gambling Screen" (SOGS) were collected in order to assess the overuse of and whether an individual has a problematic relationship with gambling, respectively.

RESULTS

502 nurses were enrolled in the study. Significant correlations were found (p < .001) between the IAT score and gender, number of years of work experience, job role, educational qualification; and between the SOGS and gender, number of years of work experience, job role and regions of Italy.

CONCLUSIONS

The study highlighted an emerging social problem, and the results may be just the tip of the iceberg. Given the lack of knowledge of these phenomena and a high percentage of people who suffer from them but are afraid to admit it and get help, this study could also be useful in expanding knowledge and allow more professionals to get help and learn about possible treatments and cures for the resolution of these addictions.