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Exploring research competency, self-efficacy and attitudes toward research among nursing students at Nguyen Tat Thanh University in 2025

Thi Thao Hien Le — 2025-08-27

Objective: To describe research self-efficacy, competency, and attitudes toward research among third- and fourth-year nursing students at Nguyen Tat Thanh University in 2025, with the goal of informing strategies to enhance research capacity in nursing education.

Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed with a sample of 220 nursing students who had completed a scientific research course. Validated scales measuring research self-efficacy, research competency, and attitudes toward research were administered via an online survey. Descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and path analysis were used to examine relationships among variables.

Results: Students demonstrated good research self-efficacy (Mean = 3.43 ± 0.84) and positive attitudes toward research (Mean = 2.81 ± 0.91), while research competency remained moderate (Mean = 3.15 ± 0.70). Moderate correlations were observed between writing/evaluating research papers and attitude components (r = 0.291, p < .001). Path analysis confirmed that self-efficacy significantly mediates the relationship between research attitudes and competency (β = 0.710, p < .001), underscoring its predictive value.

Conclusions: Despite positive attitudes and confidence, students lacked strong practical skills. Targeted educational interventions-such as mentorship, hands-on training, and curriculum integration-are recommended to bridge the gap between perceived ability and actual research competency, ultimately preparing students for evidence-based nursing practice.

Occupational stress among nurses at the National Hospital of Endocrinology in 2025

Thi Hue Nguyen — 2025-08-31

Objective: To describe the current status of occupational stress among nurses and associated factors at the National Hospital of Endocrinology in 2025.

Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 399 nurses at the National Hospital of Endocrinology from October 2024 to June 2025. Occupational stress was assessed using the Expanded Nursing Stress Scale (ENSS), which had been translated into Vietnamese and validated for reliability in previous studies.

Results: The mean total ENSS score was 66.74 ± 24.18, ranging from 27 to 138. The three highest stressors were: interaction with patients/relatives (14.85 points), uncertainty concerning treatment (13.52 points), and death and dying situations (8.26 points). Regarding stress levels, 11.3% of nurses experienced very high stress, 47.1% moderate, and 41.6% low, indicating that nearly 60% were at least moderately stressed. Occupational stress was significantly associated with age, working position, number of night shifts, contract type, work experience, and income; it was highest among nurses under 25 years old and those working in Emergency/Intensive Care Units. Gender, education level, marital status, number of children, administrative position, and working hours were not statistically significant factors.

Conclusion: The mean occupational stress score among nurses was 66.74 ± 24.18. Clinical departments should focus on supporting younger nurses, rationalizing work schedules, improving the working environment, and strengthening training programs to reduce occupational stress and enhance mental health among healthcare workers.

Prevalence of postpartum depression and associated factors among women at the Obstetrics department, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital in 2025

Hoang Thu Phuong Ho — 2025-09-05

Objective: To determine the prevalence and to explore associated factors of postpartum depression in the context of limited data from private hospitals in Vietnam.

Subjects and methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 205 postpartum women at Vinmec Times City International Hospital, Hanoi, from May to July 2025. The survey employed the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10), and the Brief Resilience Scale (BRS-6) to assess depression, perceived stress, and resilience. Statistical analyses were performed to identify associated factors.

Results: Findings showed that 48.3% of women had no depressive symptoms, 46.8% had signs of depression, and 4.9% were identified as having postpartum depression. Multivariable logistic regression revealed that a moderate income ranging from 15 to under 25 million VND (OR=24.15; 95%CI: 4.51–129.22), sleep disturbances (OR=14.59; 95%CI: 3.49–60.96), eating disorders (OR=5.43; 95%CI: 1.76–16.79), moderate psychological stress (OR=3.68; 95%CI: 1.35–10.05), and moderate resilience (OR=5.15; 95%CI: 1.03–25.85) were associated with an increased risk of postpartum depressive symptoms, while cesarean delivery was identified as a protective factor (OR=0.26; 95%CI: 0.10–0.70).

Conclusion: These results highlight the need to develop targeted screening, counseling, and intervention programs within private hospital systems to improve mental health care for postpartum women.

Factors associated with patient satisfaction with in vitro fertilization services at the Reproductive Support Center, Hospital of Post and Telecommunications, 2024

Thi Minh Chinh Nguyen — 2025-09-24

Objective: To identify factors associated with patient satisfaction regarding In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) services at the Reproductive Support Center in Hospital of Post and Telecommunications in 2024.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 250 female patients diagnosed with infertility who underwent IVF treatment at the Reproductive Support Center, Hospital of Post and Telecommunications, between January and October 2024. Data were collected using a Vietnamese-language questionnaire, translated and validated based on Gonen’s (2016) original instrument. Descriptive statistics and correlation analyses were applied.

Results: Patient satisfaction with healthcare staff, information provision, and facility conditions achieved mean scores (X ± SD) of 6.31 ± 0.67, 6.30 ± 0.68, and 6.12 ± 0.87, respectively, on a 7-point scale. Satisfaction demonstrated weak negative correlations with age, income, duration of infertility treatment, and number of follow-up visits.

Conclusion: To improve patient satisfaction in IVF services, it is essential to enhance healthcare staff communication skills, upgrade physical infrastructure, and reduce treatment duration and frequency.

Clinical characteristics and quality of life in patients with atrial fibrillation before and after radiofrequency catheter ablation at the Department of Cardiology, Military Hospital 103

Van Liem Pham — 2025-09-11

Objective: To evaluate the clinical characteristics and quality of life (QoL) of atrial fibrillation (AF) patients before and after radiofrequency catheter ablation, using the Atrial Fibrillation Effect on Quality of Life (AFEQT) questionnaire.

Methods: A longitudinal follow-up study was conducted on 57 patients who underwent radiofrequency catheter ablation at the Department of Cardiology, Military Hospital 103, from March 2023 to June 2025. Clinical characteristics were obtained through medical interviews and record reviews. QoL was assessed using the AFEQT questionnaire at baseline and at 3 months post-ablation.

Results: The mean age of the study population was 61.8 ± 10.9 years, with a male-to-female ratio of 2.8:1. The prevalence of hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, chronic coronary syndrome, and heart failure was 57.9%, 14.0%, 7.0%, and 12.3%, respectively. Most patients had paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (70.1%) and a time from AF diagnosis to ablation of ≤ 1 year (64.7%). Common symptoms included palpitations, dizziness/lightheadedness, and chest discomfort. At the 3-month follow-up, both clinical symptoms and AFEQT scores (overall and across all subscales) improved significantly (p < 0.05). Improvements were particularly notable in male patients, those aged ≥ 60 years, those without heart failure, those with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, and those adherent to treatment (p < 0.05).

Conclusion: Radiofrequency catheter ablation significantly improved clinical symptoms and QoL at 3 months post-procedure, especially among male, older adult patients with paroxysmal AF, no heart failure, and good treatment adherence.

Relationship between basic psychological needs satisfaction, academic motivation, and self - regulated learning strategies among nursing students in selected universities in Vietnam

Thi Thuy Trang Duong — 2025-09-15

Objectives: This study aims to examine the relationship between basic psychological needs satisfaction, academic motivation, and self-regulated learning strategies among undergraduate nursing students in two selected public universities in Vietnam.

Methods: A cross-sectional, correlational study was conducted among 388 nursing students from two public universities in southern Vietnam from February to June 2025. Data were collected using validated tools, including the Basic Psychological Need Satisfaction and Frustration Scale, the Academic Motivation Scale, and the Motivated Strategies for Learning Questionnaire. Pearson correlation and path analysis were performed using Jamovi software.

Results: Basic psychological needs satisfaction was significantly correlated with academic motivation (r = 0.655, p < 0.001) and self-regulated learning strategies (r = 0.730, p < 0.001). Academic motivation also showed a very strong association with self-regulated learning strategies (r = 0.758, p < 0.001). Path analysis indicated that academic motivation partially mediated the relationship between psychological needs and self-regulated learning strategies, with a significant direct effect (β = 0.409, p < 0.001), indirect effect (β = 0.321, p < 0.001), and a strong total effect (β = 0.730, p < 0.001).

Conclusion: Nursing educators should foster autonomy-supportive educational environments to promote academic motivation and self-regulated learning among nursing students.

Quality of life trajectories in Vietnamese breast cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy: A cross-sectional study

Duong Phuong Binh Doan — 2025-09-16

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate QoL across clinical stages and surgical methods, and to examine changes in QoL over the treatment trajectory.

Methods: A observational study was conducted on 200 breast cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy at two oncology hospital Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam. Data on demographics, clinical stage, and treatment modalities were collected. QoL was assessed at three time points (baseline, during treatment, post-treatment) using the ECORTC QLQ-C30.

Results: QoL by surgical method showed no significant long-term differences: post-treatment scores were 70.1 (mastectomy), 72.0 (reconstructive), and 69.4 (breast-conserving).In QoL classification, the proportion of patients with high QoL increased from 24.5% at baseline to 45.5% post-treatment, while very low QoL decreased from 3.0% to 1.5%.

Conclusion: Vietnamese breast cancer patients are typically diagnosed at younger ages and advanced stages, with socioeconomic and geographic disparities evident. QoL declines during treatment but improves significantly post-treatment, irrespective of clinical stage or surgical type. Early detection and comprehensive survivorship support are essential for improving both clinical outcomes and QoL.