Background: Basic life support (BLS) is a component of life-saving intervention for cardiac arrest patients. In addition to factors related to sociodemographic, and work characteristics, the level of BLS knowledge and skills nurses possess is a critical determinant of whether cardiac arrest patients in the care of nurses can survive. Objective: To assess the BLS knowledge level and its associated factors among resource-limited hospital nurses in north-western Nigeria. Methodology: A cross-sectional study of 470 nurses conducted in seven referral hospitals in north-western Nigeria between May and July 2021. A stratified simple random sampling done based on the population size of nurses in each of the selected wards. A self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. Results: Out of 470 nurses, 53.4% had poor BLS knowledge scores. Variables such as age, current place of work, and duration of training with p<0.25 were investigated further in multiple logistic regression. Only nurses with more than 5-year BLS/CPR training duration were 1.907 times more likely to have good BLS/CPR knowledge than those who were not trained (AOR = 1.907, 95% CI: 1.016, 3.577, p = 0.044). Conclusions: Only one factor shows significance association, with the majority of nurses' revealing poor BLS/CPR knowledge which remains a public health concern, especially in a limited resource setting. Implication is that nurses are unable to provide good BLS in the event of a cardiac arrest emergency. Further study is needed on a larger scale to assess other factors for an effective survival outcome among cardiac arrest victims.

Background: The burden of Road Traffic Accidents (RTA) has been on the increase in Nigeria. First-Aid (FA) service is one of the key measures for reducing RTA-related injuries and complications. Information about factors, which could influence FA response by residents of communities along major highways in Nigeria, is insufficient. Objective: This study aims to examine factors influencing FA assistance to accident victims and action taken by residents of selected communities along Lagos-Ibadan expressway. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey conducted in six randomly selected communities along Ogun state axis of the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. A three-stage sampling technique was used to select 599 consenting respondents from the communities based on proportionate population. An interviewer- administer- questionnaire containing questions on awareness of FA, actions taken when accidents occurred, A 16-point FA knowledge scale was used to collect the data. Knowledge scores of ≤ 10 and ≥11were rated as poor and good respectively. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Chi-square, and ANOVA. The level of significance was set at 0.05. Result: Majority (79.1%) of the respondents had ever witnessed an accident along the expressway and 46.7% had ever assisted accident victims. Overall mean knowledge score was 6.0 ± 2.0 with 95.2% of respondents showing poor knowledge of FA. Factors which cause delay in conveying accidents victim to the hospital included: fear of negative reactions from the police (24.0%); traffic congestion (18.5%) and lack of vehicle (16.2%). Conclusion: There was poor knowledge of First Aid. Logistics problems are the main barriers to the provision of First Aid services to accident victims on the expressway. Sensitization and training related to First Aid should be instituted at the community level.

This study explored the attitudes and knowledge of rural women aged 45-50 regarding menopause and its management, focusing on how healthcare access and social support impact these perspectives. Using purposive sampling and structured questionnaires, data were collected from participants to assess their understanding and experiences with menopause. Results indicated that 58.41% of the women had a positive attitude towards menopause, while 41.62% held a negative view. Nearly half of the participants (47.75%) possessed adequate knowledge about menopause, with 52.25% lacking sufficient understanding. Healthcare access was available to 84.57% of the participants, suggesting that most women had access to medical resources, though only 22.73% felt they had a strong support network for discussing menopause-related issues. These findings highlight a need for more robust educational resources and social support structures to improve knowledge and foster positive attitudes toward menopause management among rural women.

The concept of Quwat Tabiya, originating from traditional Unani System of medicine, refers to the innate healing power within the body. This natural force is believed to maintain health and combat disease when in balance. In this paper, we explore the significance of Quwat Tabiya in both health and disease contexts, examining its role in traditional healing practices and its relevance in modern medical understanding. Through an analysis of historical perspectives and contemporary research, we aim to shed light on the intricate interplay between Quwat Tabiya and overall well-being.

The increase in chronic diseases is reported to be the most common cause of death worldwide. This disease usually persists for a long period of time and duration with slow progression. The impact of chronic diseases is not only related to the socio-economic conditions of the patient, but also the family as the main caregiver for the patient. Families with low socio-economic status are vulnerable to chronic diseases due to high costs of care, job changes and decreased income, these conditions ultimately cause caregiver burden in families. This study aims to analyze socio-economic factors with the incidence of caregiver burden in families with chronic diseases. A cross sectional study was conducted among 120 family caregivers of patient with chronic illness purposively selected in Malang Regency, East Java, Indonesia. Data were gathered between June-November 2023 using Google form. 4 questionnare were performed. Descriptive statistic were used to summarize the data in frequencies and percentage. Linear regression analysis were used to examine correlations among variables. The majority of respondents were female (73.3%) with a patient care span of >1 year (55%), 53.3% reported having health insurance. The results of simultaneous regression analysis obtained significant data on the influence of the two independent variables in the form of social support and economic status on the incidence of caregiver burden (p value <0.05) with an R2 value of 75%. These results indicate that good social support and socioeconomic status can help reduce the burden of care on the family.

Most of the global stroke burden occurs in low- and lower-middle-income countries. The most common obstacles families face when caring for stroke patients appear to cause various tensions between patients and their families. This study examines family members' experiences of caring for patients after a stroke. This study uses a qualitative method with a descriptive phenomenological design. The research participants were 11 participants using purposive sampling techniques. Data were analyzed using NVivo 12 qualitative data analysis software, and interview results were analyzed using thematic analysis. This study identified five phenomena related to the experience of caring for patients after stroke: fulfillment of patient's daily activities, patient treatment, participant psychological response, participant support, and barriers to patient care. Most participants had a less pleasant experience caring for patients after a stroke. This is reflected in sad reactions, angry reactions, the need for help and support from the government, health workers, and other family members, and barriers to patient care. It is important to ensure good coordination between health services and patients and their families, as patients and participants do not have access to health services due to distance and physical disability.

The focus on undergraduate students is particularly important because this stage represents a critical period of transition. Undergraduate education is where students move from structured learning environments of high school to more independent learning settings. They are often faced with increased academic pressures, new social dynamics, and greater personal responsibility. In this context, their academic achievement can be influenced by a wide array of factors, from their inherent intellectual abilities and learning styles to external elements like the quality of teaching, peer relationships, and socioeconomic status. A study to determine the variables influencing academic achievement of undergraduate students in the selected Nursing College, Bengaluru Descriptive approach was used to collect data from 60 subjects selected by simple Random sampling technique consisting 2 sections. Students between 18-20 years are 0.004 times less likely to score 76% and below compared to their counterparts. Male students were 0.005 times less likely to score 76% and below compared to female students. Overall findings of the study clearly showed that the above results revealed that certain demographic variables like age and gender were significant and age and gender had a positive correlation between the variables and female students were more likely to score 76% than male students.