Amasya Merkez

This research aims to improve communication skills among oncology nurses by using virtual reality-based assertiveness training. Oncology nurses play a key role in caring for cancer patients and their families, making strong communication skills essential. The study uses a randomized controlled experimental design to evaluate how this training affects nurses' assertiveness and emotional expression. Participants will receive assertiveness skills training over 8 weeks, with one group session each week lasting 30 to 40 minutes. The training content is based on a program developed by Michel and Fursland and includes topics such as types of behavior, assertiveness techniques, dealing with criticism, saying "No", managing disappointment, relaxation exercises, and practical application. Scenario-based videos showing communication challenges and effective responses will be delivered through virtual reality glasses for individual practice. Oncology nurses will complete questionnaires before and after the intervention to measure outcomes including self-determination, burnout, and emotional expression. Data collection involves several scales and forms to assess changes in communication skills. The total study participation spans the 8 weeks of training, with monitoring of skills and emotional responses to evaluate the training's impact.

This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Biceps Femoris Short Head (BiFeS) block combined with the adductor canal block (ACB) for postoperative pain relief in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA). TKA is a common surgery to treat advanced osteoarthritis, but many patients experience severe pain after surgery, which can delay recovery and reduce satisfaction. The study compares the BiFeS block plus ACB to the combination of ACB and the iPACK block, focusing on improving pain control while preserving motor function to support early mobilization. Participants will be randomly assigned to two groups: one receiving ACB plus the iPACK block, and the other receiving ACB plus the BiFeS block. Both blocks are performed under ultrasound guidance with injections of 20 mL of 0.25% bupivacaine. The BiFeS block targets nerves around the posterolateral capsule of the knee without affecting motor fibers, while the iPACK block targets the area between the popliteal artery and the knee capsule. The ACB is performed at the distal femoral triangle to block sensory nerves of the anterior and medial knee. Throughout the study, patients' pain levels will be assessed, including a primary measure of pain at 12 hours after surgery. Other outcomes such as opioid use, early movement ability, and recovery quality will also be evaluated. Safety will be monitored, and patients will be followed during the postoperative period to compare the effectiveness and side effects of these regional anesthesia techniques.

Researchers are evaluating the effects of hypnobreastfeeding education on high-risk pregnant women. The study aims to reduce anxiety, increase milk production, encourage breastfeeding, lessen the feeling of insufficient milk supply, and help mothers adapt to breastfeeding after delivery. This training hopes to improve both the health and well-being of mothers and their babies by providing a more confident and peaceful breastfeeding experience. The study includes an experimental group of high-risk pregnant women who will receive hypnobreastfeeding training provided by the researcher. This training focuses on managing anxiety and breastfeeding intentions during pregnancy and assessing perceptions of milk supply and breastfeeding adaptation after birth. Data collection tools include forms and questionnaires about pregnancy, anxiety, infant feeding intentions, postpartum information, milk supply perception, and breastfeeding adaptation. Participants will be assessed using anxiety and infant feeding intention scales at the end of one month. The study involves collecting detailed information through various forms and questionnaires to evaluate the training's impact. Researchers will monitor anxiety levels, feeding intentions, perceptions of milk sufficiency, and breastfeeding adaptation to understand the benefits and challenges of hypnobreastfeeding education in this group.

This research aims to evaluate how three different methods—ice cubes, mouthwash, and menthol lozenges—affect nausea, thirst, and comfort levels in adult patients who have undergone spinal surgery, specifically lumbar disc herniation surgery under general anesthesia. The study is randomized and controlled to compare these postoperative interventions in patients conscious after surgery lasting between 0 to 3 hours. Participants receive one of the three treatments after their spinal surgery: ice cubes, mouthwash, or menthol lozenges. These methods are applied to assess their impact on common postoperative symptoms. The study observes patients at multiple time points to monitor the effects of these interventions on nausea, thirst, and comfort. Throughout the study, nausea and thirst are measured once before treatment and then at 60, 120, 180, and 240 minutes after arrival at the clinic. Comfort is assessed once before treatment and again at 240 minutes after arrival. The researchers monitor these symptoms closely to understand how each method influences patient recovery and well-being after spinal surgery.

Midwifery students face many stressors such as traumatic clinical experiences, unsupportive environments, and psychosocial burdens, which can harm their emotional well-being. These challenges may lead to burnout, secondary traumatic stress, compassion fatigue, and a reduced sense of belonging. This research evaluates the effect of the Student Midwife Support Circle Intervention on midwifery students' burnout, resilience, and sense of professional belonging. The study aims to strengthen students' self-efficacy, resilience, and social support perceptions through structured support. The intervention being studied is the Student Midwife Support Circle (SMSC), a supportive, nurturing group where midwifery students from various grades participate in semi-structured sessions led by a recognized midwifery academic. These voluntary, two-hour sessions occur on campus in a comfortable setting with cushioned seating and dim lighting. Sessions are offered regularly, ranging from bi-weekly to bi-monthly, depending on student needs and feedback. The sessions include storytelling, non-judgmental listening, guided meditation or mindfulness, and personal reflection through speaking, crafting, or writing activities. Participants will be assessed at the start and 14 weeks after the intervention for burnout levels, belonging levels, and psychological resilience. Researchers will measure changes in these areas to understand the intervention's effects. The study involves voluntary participation by female midwifery students aged 18 to 49. The total participation includes attending supportive sessions and completing assessments before and after the intervention period to monitor emotional well-being and professional development.

During pregnancy, women's stress levels, sexual quality of life, and sleep patterns are significantly affected, and these changes can negatively impact both maternal and fetal health. Yoga is increasingly recommended as a holistic approach that can be safely practiced during pregnancy to support physical and psychological well-being. However, evidence regarding the effects of yoga interventions on stress, sexual life, and sleep habits in pregnant women remains limited. The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of a yoga intervention on stress levels, sexual quality of life, and sleep habits in pregnant women. According to the power analysis results, the study must include at least 70 pregnant women (35 in the experimental group and 35 in the control group). Data will be collected through a Personal Information Form, the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), the Sexual Quality of Life Questionnaire-Female (SQLQ-F), and a Sleep Habits Form. In this study, the yoga practice will be administered to the pregnant women in the experimental group by the researcher.