Nursing practice demonstrates background aesthetics, which is expressive, subjective, and visible in the art of caring. Nursing practice's aesthetic elements contribute to the provision of high-quality, holistic care for the whole person. This study aims to describe the aesthetic significance of cancer patients' lived experiences in relation to receiving care within a nursing context. The research employed a hermeneutic phenomenological methodology, grounded in the philosophical perspective of Gadamer. Eleven Nepalese cancer patients, who met the inclusion criteria, divulged their experiences via graphic illustrations (drawings) and interviews. Employing van Manen's phenomenological approach, which considers the four life worlds, the data was meticulously analyzed and interpreted. The reliability of the results was verified by applying the criteria of Lincoln and Guba. Four thematic categories emerged from the lived experiences of cancer patients—relating to family nurturing, healing spaces, hopeful timeframes, and a transformation of their physical selves. This experience, characterized by self-discovery and empathy, was described as a healing journey, fostering hope and familial bonds while renewing one's life. Nursing practice should prioritize the aesthetic values of creating a pleasant and nurturing environment to cultivate a sense of family amongst cancer patients. Furthermore, the experience of a new life often accompanies cancer patients.A substantial portion of individuals experiencing mental illness encounter gaps in physical healthcare, which unfortunately leads to premature death. The provision of physical health services is frequently hampered by a range of barriers, thereby delaying necessary care for individuals. While mental health nurses are recognized as crucial for guiding individuals with mental illnesses through the intricacies of the healthcare system, their actions sometimes perpetuate the very stigma they are meant to alleviate. Adding to the complexity, mental health nurses experience stigma when assisting their patients with mental illnesses in gaining access to physical healthcare. Mental health nurses' experiences with associative stigma while accessing physical healthcare for their patients' needs formed the subject of this study's exploration. An interpretive phenomenological methodology, supported by Erving Goffman's theoretical framework on associative stigma, was the method we used to achieve this target. Six interviews were held with mental health nurses employed at an urban multi-site psychiatric hospital, focusing on their personal experiences of associative stigma when accessing physical healthcare for their patients and their interpretations of these situations. This article's results show how stigmatization of individuals with mental illnesses and mental health nurses acts as a barrier to the accessibility of physical healthcare. This paper emphasizes the practical meaning of these findings for nursing practice and suggests two structural solutions to improve access to physical healthcare and reduce stigmatizing experiences.Venous thromboembolism (VTE) poses a substantial risk to the health and life expectancy of cancer patients, contributing to both morbidity and mortality. The condition of venous thromboembolism, which encompasses both deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, can have severe, potentially life-threatening consequences for a considerable number of patients with malignancy. The avoidance of fatalities in this high-risk group necessitates a comprehensive and accurate evaluation of risk, coupled with precise diagnosis and tailored treatment of this process. Several risk models for venous thromboembolism in cancer patients have been created, and the oncologist's comprehension of these guidelines is paramount. Subgroups of special interest encompass inpatients undergoing chemotherapy, patients post-surgical debulking, and those undergoing radiotherapy. Several newer medications are now available to help prevent venous thromboembolism in cancer patients categorized as high-risk for this disease. Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs), taken orally to reduce the discomfort associated with subcutaneous injection methods, eliminate the monitoring requirements previously necessary for other treatments. Effective cancer patient management hinges on the proper identification of venous thromboembolism risk and the implementation of appropriate interventions.Skin wound healing is a multifaceted process comprising proliferation, inflammation, coagulation, and hemostasis, ultimately resulting in scar tissue formation during the repair process. The therapeutic effects of adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) are being explored in the context of chronic and non-healing wounds. Calcium silicate (CS) ceramics, a new bioceramic material, have shown potential in facilitating tissue regeneration and construction processes. This study explored how CS influences the capacity of ADSCs to promote wound repair. Crucially, CS exhibited a dose-dependent effect on increasing the proliferation rate of ADSCs. H2O2-exposed ADSCs, demonstrating terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick end labeling positivity, showed a reduction in this property upon exposure to CS. Consistent with the previous findings, CS induced an increase in Bcl-2 expression, along with a reduction in Bax and cleaved caspase-3 expression levels in the cells. CS can lead to ADSC movement and diminished oxidative stress levels. CS's effect on CXCR4 expression in ADSCs was corroborated by immunofluorescence and Western blot examinations. The application of CS to ADSCs was also found to enhance the migration and angiogenic ability of HUVECs. Notably, the use of CS-activated ADSCs demonstrated enhanced wound healing in a mouse model with full-thickness skin defects. Subsequently, we ascertain that CS boosts the wound-healing capacity of ADSCs, evident in both laboratory and in vivo conditions. The study's results uncover novel implications of CS's regulatory action on ADSCs and the subsequent wound healing response. CS materials show promise in the treatment of wound healing.Pregnancies that are not planned for in women with maternal cardiac disease (MCD) are linked to greater health risks, including increased morbidity and mortality, yet a substantial number do not consistently use highly reliable contraception after leaving the hospital postpartum. Contraceptive guidance for this demographic, independent of pregnancy, is incomplete, and the guidance offered during pregnancy is inadequately defined. To gauge the efficacy of contraceptive counseling, our study focused on the provision and quality thereof for those with MCD during pregnancy.Between 2008 and 2021, each patient with MCD who delivered at a tertiary care facility with a multidisciplinary cardio-obstetrics team was sent a 27-question survey. The validated Interpersonal Quality in Family Planning (IQFP) survey included questions focusing on interpersonal connections, the supply of sufficient information, and the support provided for the individual's decision-making process, a subset of which was selected. A $15 gift card was presented to each participant who finished the survey. We conducted a chart review to obtain clinical and demographic data, particularly cardiac risk scores.Out of 522 surveyed individuals, a total of 133 respondents met the inclusion criteria. Generally, 67% of individuals discussed contraception with their general obstetricians, 36% with their maternal-fetal medicine specialists, and 24% with their cardiologists. A non-significant trend emerged, indicating that those with elevated cardiac risk scores were more likely (52% versus 33%) to discuss contraceptive options with their maternal-fetal medicine providers (MFM).A statistically significant result (p = .08) suggests a trend but not a conclusive relationship. The survey results indicate that 65% of respondents characterized their provider's performance across all IQFP domains as 'excellent' or 'good'. The respondents favored providers who valued their autonomy and delivered comprehensive counseling. Respondents reported a negative experience stemming from feeling both pressured and uninformed about the safety of their contraceptive choices.Individuals diagnosed with MCD often found their contraceptive counseling during pregnancy to be exceptional. Further investigation is necessary to identify the obstacles and facilitators of effective, patient-centric contraceptive counseling and utilization within this demographic.Exceptional contraceptive guidance was reported by the majority of individuals with MCD throughout their pregnancies. In-depth analysis is needed to pinpoint the roadblocks and drivers for effective, patient-centered contraceptive counseling and utilization in this particular group.Inadequate gestational weight gain (GWG) is frequently observed in cases of low birth weight (LBW). Yet, the factors contributing to inadequate GWG levels in Japan are not fully understood. Our objective was to ascertain the variables influencing inadequate gestational weight gain (GWG) and the profile of inadequate GWG, considering pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI), in Japanese pregnant women.The subjects of this observational study were pregnant women, measured at 16 weeks of gestation. The setting for the investigation was two general hospitals in Tokyo, Japan. An antenatal checkup questionnaire, along with a mail survey after childbirth, was mandated for all participants. Data collection strategies also incorporated medical records. Assessment of the GWG level and associated elements was performed using the chi-square test.-test.252 pregnant women were recruited and completed the respective questionnaires. microtubule signals A statistical analysis was applied to the data provided by 128 pregnant women. The evaluation revealed that 23 women experienced inadequate gestational weight gain (GWG), a notable increase of 180%. Pre-pregnancy factors like underweight status, and hyperemesis-related hospitalizations, coupled with low self-esteem, elevated Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale scores, suboptimal GWG goals, increased weight loss during pregnancy compared to pre-pregnancy, high peak pregnancy weight loss, delayed return to pre-pregnancy weight, lower birth weight, and a perception of insufficient GWG were found to be associated with inadequate gestational weight gain.