Authors DOI https://doi.org/10.65241/wh.8.1.1 Article type: Editorial – Review Abstract: Background: Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it is an immediate and accelerating public health emergency with catastrophic consequences for human health and survival. Among these growing challenges, specialist nurses are emerging as vital, yet under-recognised actors at the frontlines of the climate emergency. Their roles are expanding far beyond clinical care: they are responding to heat-related illness, treating respiratory diseases exacerbated by air pollution, supporting communities displaced by disasters, and offering psychosocial care in the wake of climate trauma. Methodes: Literature review was performed to make analysis of…
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Authors DOI https://doi.org/10.65241/wh.8.1.2 Article type: Conference Report Abstract: The 7th European Specialist Nurses Organisation (ESNO) Congress, held in Zagreb from May 29 to 31, 2025, marked a pivotal moment for the advancement of specialist nursing in Europe. Centered on the theme “Green Future, Health Workplace – Nurse Specialist Leading the Way,” the congress addressed pressing contemporary challenges, including environmental sustainability, workforce resilience, and patient-centered care. The event featured dynamic sessions, including the Hackathon, which fostered co-created, actionable strategies, and plenary discussions that explored the integration of innovation, leadership, and ecological responsibility into nursing practice. The congress showcased 63 scientific contributions,…
Authors DOI https://doi.org/10.65241/wh.8.1.3 Article type: Original Scientific Paper Abstract: BACKGROUND:The quality of the work environment plays a crucial role in nurses’ job satisfaction and performance. Supportive leadership, healthy interpersonal relationships, and professional development opportunities are key factors contributing to motivation and satisfaction. Neglecting these aspects may lead to burnout, decreased job engagement, and staff turnover. This research aims to examine how working conditions, interpersonal relationships, and support affect nurses’ satisfaction and how that satisfaction influences their intention to stay or leave the workplace. The study is based on two hypotheses. The first hypothesis suggests that there is a significant correlation…
Authors DOI https://doi.org/10.65241/wh.8.1.4 Article type: Original Scientific Paper Abstract: Background:Nurses in anaesthesia and intensive care frequently face emergency situations that demand high levels of preparedness. Safety tools and simulation-based training play a critical role in improving patient safety and team coordination. Methods:A cross-sectional quantitative study was conducted among 138 nurses and technicians in Croatia. Data were collected via a structured online questionnaire and analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics with PSPP. Results:A total of 91% of respondents found simulation training useful or partially useful, and 98% supported its mandatory implementation. Over one-third believed that safety tools in their institutions were…
Authors DOI https://doi.org/10.65241/wh.8.1.5 Article type: Original Scientific Paper Abstract: Background:Nurses play a vital role in educating patients about health and nutrition, empowering them to make informed dietary choices. This study aimed to develop a questionnaire to assess European nurses’ knowledge and awareness of nutrition and malnutrition, particularly in relation to oncology and vulnerable patient populations. Methods:A cross-sectional survey design was employed between February to April 2025. A structured questionnaire was developed based on existing frameworks and distributed to registered nurses across various European countries. Participants were recruited using a stratified random sampling approach to ensure diversity in geographical location, hospital…
Authors DOI https://doi.org/10.65241/wh.8.1.6 Article type: Original Scientific Paper Abstract: Background:Sustainable development is a key concept shaping the future in economic, environmental, and social dimensions. It is essential for healthcare professionals to be aware of this issue. Midwifery, directly impacting individual and public health, plays a role in achieving sustainable development goals. This study aims to assess the awareness levels of midwifery students in different regions of Turkey regarding sustainable development, identify educational gaps, and propose improvements. Methods:This cross-sectional analytical study was conducted with 404 midwifery students from two universities in Turkey during the 2024–2025 academic year. Data were collected using…
Authors DOI https://doi.org/10.65241/wh.8.1.7 Article type: Review Abstract: Background:Heart failure (HF) is a complex clinical syndrome marked by high heterogeneity in presentation, progression, and response to treatment. This variability, coupled with inconsistent outcome selection across clinical studies, complicates data synthesis and the development of generalizable evidence. Core Outcome Sets (COS) have been proposed to enhance outcome standardization, but their use in HF research and practice remains fragmented and underexamined. This paper presents two complementary components: (1) a discursive analysis of two exemplary COS, one developed for clinical trials (EuroHeart COS) and one for symptom monitoring in routine care (Lawson et al.…
Authors DOI https://doi.org/10.65241/wh.8.1.8 Article type: Review Abstract: Background:Harmonizing specialist nursing competences across Europe has become increasingly important due to the growing reliance on specialist nurses, particularly in regions facing shortages of medical professionals. This reliance reflects a trend towards specialized care to address diverse and complex healthcare challenges. The aim of this study is to systematically map and synthesize existing literature and frameworks on specialist nurse competencies in Europe, while identifying gaps and opportunities for harmonization. Methods:This scoping review follows the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and is reported in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses…
Authors Article type: Supplement Abstract: Keywords: ESNO, conference, abstracts.
Autori DOI https://doi.org/10.65241/wh.8.1.9 Vrsta članka: Uvodnik – pregledni rad Sažetak: Pozadina: Klimatske promjene nisu više samo udaljena prijetnja, već neposredna i rastuća javnozdravstvena kriza s katastrofalnim posljedicama za ljudsko zdravlje i preživljavanje. Kako se ovi izazovi povećavaju, medicinske sestre specijalisti pojavljuju se kao ključni, ali nedovoljno prepoznati akteri na prvim crtama klimatske krize. Njihove uloge šire se daleko izvan kliničke skrbi: reagiraju na bolesti povezane s vrućinom, liječe respiratorne bolesti pogoršane onečišćenjem zraka, podržavaju zajednice raseljene zbog katastrofa i nude psihosocijalnu skrb nakon klimatske traume. Metode: Napravljen je pregled literature kako bi se analizirale trenutne studije o utjecaju zdravstvene skrbi na…