INTRODUCTION: Natural disasters, such as earthquakes, can cause trauma and impact individuals' nutritional habits. This study aims to examine the social trauma experienced by individuals fourth-degree affected by the Kahramanmaraþ earthquakes and its impact on their nutritional habits.
METHODS: The study was conducted between April and June 2023 with 384 participants. Participants completed forms regarding their sociodemographic characteristics and nutritional habits, and the Post-Earthquake Trauma Level Determination Scale (PETLDS) was administered.
RESULTS: Among the participants, 63% were male and 37% were female. A total of 97.8% of the 198 individuals reported negative effects on their nutritional habits, with 69.7% of these effects lasting longer than one week. The number and timing of main and snack meals changed significantly compared to the pre-earthquake period (p<0.001). Behavioral problems, emotional irritability, cognitive restructuring, and sleep problems—the subdimensions of PETLDS—were found to be higher in women than in men (p<0.001). Behavioral problems (p=0.007) and sleep problems (p=0.016) were also more prevalent among individuals whose family members were affected by the earthquake.
DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION: The Kahramanmaraþ-centered earthquakes caused social trauma in individuals fourth-degree affected, predominantly leading to negative changes in their nutritional habits. However, since other potential factors influencing dietary changes were not comprehensively analyzed, these findings should be interpreted within the study's limitations.

INTRODUCTION: This study aims to investigate the use of dietary supplements (DS) among heart failure (HF) patients and evaluate adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MD) among DS users.
METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted between May and July 2023, involving 65 patients admitted to cardiology inpatient wards. Data collection included a structured questionnaire on sociodemographic characteristics, health status, and DS use; a 3-day food consumption record to assess dietary intake; and the Mediterranean Diet Adherence Scale (MEDAS) to evaluate adherence to the MD. All data were collected through face-to-face interviews. Nutritional analyses were performed using BeBiS software, and adherence levels were categorized based on MEDAS scores.
RESULTS: Of the HF patients, 66.2% were male, with a mean age of 62.6 years. Vitamins and minerals were the most commonly used supplements (20%), while herbal products were less frequently used (9.2%). Among herbal supplement users, garlic was the most commonly reported product. The primary motivations for DS use were treating the disease and managing symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea, and edema. The MEDAS score was moderate, with an average of 6.71±1.44, and no significant difference was observed between DS users and non-users (p>0.05). Micronutrient deficiencies, including vitamin C, iron, magnesium, and potassium, were identified in the dietary intake of patients. While physician recommendations were the primary source for vitamin and mineral supplement use, herbal supplements were more influenced by self-research and internet recommendations. No significant association was found between adherence to the MD and DS use (p>0.05).
DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION: The use of vitamins, minerals, and herbal products was low among HF patients. Adherence to the MD was moderate and showed no significant association with DS use.

INTRODUCTION: Since advanced technological equipment is used in operating theaters, the safe use of technology is crucial. This study aimed to examine the attitudes of operating theater nurses toward the safe use of technology in the operating theater.
METHODS: This descriptive and correlational study was conducted with 120 operating theater nurses between December 2023 and March 2024. Data were collected using the Healthcare Worker Identification Form and the Safe Technology Use Scale in the Operating Theatre.
RESULTS: The mean score of the General Practices Scale section was 4.24±0.78, the mean score of the Surgical Team Scale section was 4.24±0.69, and the total mean score of the Safe Technology Use Scale in the Operating Theatre was 4.24±0.67. A significant relationship was found between participants' educational status and their scores on the General Practices Scale section, the Surgical Team Scale section, and the total scale score. Nurses who were high school graduates had higher total scale scores and General Practices Scale scores than those with a bachelor's degree. Nurses with a bachelor's degree had higher total scale scores and General Practices Scale scores than those with postgraduate education. Additionally, nurses with a bachelor's degree had higher Surgical Team Scale scores than those with postgraduate education.
DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION: The findings indicate that operating theater nurses believe they use technology safely and have a positive attitude toward its use. The low standard deviations of the mean scores suggest that participants' opinions on this issue are consistent.

INTRODUCTION: This study aimed to determine whether there is a relationship between physical activity level and reaction time in university students, as physical exercise has been shown to significantly impact the development of these functions. Reaction time, a key indicator of both physical and cognitive abilities, measures how quickly a person responds to a stimulus.
METHODS: The study included 40 healthy university students aged 20 to 30. The International Physical Activity Questionnaire was used to divide the participants into two groups based on their physical activity levels (n₁=20, n₂=20). Reaction times were assessed using the Nelson Hand Reaction Test and computer-based reaction time measurements for individuals with high and low levels of physical activity.
RESULTS: The Nelson Hand Reaction Test results indicated that individuals who engaged in more physical exercise performed better than those who did not (p=0.000). However, no statistically significant correlation was found between reaction time and physical activity level (p>0.05).
DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION: Reaction time is shorter in physically active individuals. Increasing physical activity levels is important at all ages, as leading an active lifestyle can support better brain function. Therefore, encouraging regular physical exercise may be a valuable strategy to enhance cognitive and motor performance.

This review compares the relative effects of Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) and traditional complementary feeding on infant nutrition and development. The available evidence indicates that infants in who fed by BLW have higher intakes of saturated and total fats, although energy intake does not differ significantly between the two feeding groups. The risk of choking is not unique to either feeding practice and simply reinforces the need for parents to supervise mealtime. There is a greater risk of iron deficiency with BLW because of the generally lower iron content of typical BLW foods, but some studies report no differences in iron intake between infant feeding groups. With regard to obesity, BLW does not lead to greater increases in weight, but findings are inconsistent across studies. Furthermore, BLW is related to healthier eating behavior, such as a slower pace of eating and reduced picky eating, which may help promote positive long-term dietary habits. From a sociocultural perspective, BLW is adopted by those with higher parental education and longer breastfeeding duration. This review emphasizes that further investigation should be done to explain the long-term health outcomes of BLW and also explain how sociocultural factors shape feeding practices.

The simultaneous activation of the pelvic floor muscles (PFM) and transversus abdominis (TrA) plays a critical role in maintaining pelvic stability and postural control. Pelvic dysfunctions such as urinary incontinence and chronic pelvic pain can significantly reduce individuals' quality of life, while the coordinated activation of these two muscle groups has emerged as an effective approach to managing such symptoms. This review evaluates the physiological and clinical effects of the combined activity of the PFM and TrA by examining studies on various exercise approaches and methods. Hypopressive exercises (HE) and dynamic neuromuscular stabilization (DNS) techniques have been shown to support pelvic stability, enhance muscle endurance, and improve postural control. The effects of exercises performed in supine and sitting positions on muscle activation may facilitate the development of personalized physical therapy programs. Supported by objective measurement methods such as ultrasound and electromyography, these studies demonstrate that the synchronized activation of the PFM and TrA plays a crucial role in the prevention and treatment of pelvic dysfunctions. By integrating different approaches, this review provides a comprehensive evaluation of the clinical applications of the pelvic floor (PF) and TrA muscles.

Cardiac pacemakers are devices used in the treatment of patients with bradyarrhythmia, providing electrical stimulation and transmitting impulses to the heart. In addition to prolonging patients' life expectancy, they play an effective role in alleviating symptoms caused by bradycardia. Despite technological advancements and anti-infection interventions, these implanted devices may still lead to infections due to their foreign body nature. To prevent infection, aseptic principles should be followed, dressings should be performed under appropriate conditions, and patients should be monitored for signs of infection while receiving information about nursing care practices. In the nursing profession, the use of models and theories is essential for collecting and generating scientific knowledge, as well as improving practices by enhancing their quality. This case report presents the nursing care process of a patient with a pacemaker-associated infection using the Nursing Model Based on Life Activities, a model that facilitates problem identification and resolution through a holistic evaluation of the individual.