Browsing by Author "Alharbi, Manal"

Now showing 1 - 2 of 2

Restricted
An Investigation of Pediatric Primary Caregivers’ Readiness for Hospital Discharge Using a Mixed-Methods Approach
(Saudi Digital Library, 2025-05-28) Alzahrani, Maha; Alharbi, Manal
English Abstract Background: Discharge readiness among pediatric primary caregivers is essential for ensuring safe transitions from hospital to home. In Saudi Arabia, limited research exists on caregivers' preparedness and the quality of discharge teaching provided, particularly within non-critical medical-surgical units. Purpose: This study aimed to assess the readiness of pediatric primary caregivers for hospital discharge and evaluate the quality of discharge teaching provided by nursing staff. Objectives included measuring discharge readiness levels, examining the influence of caregiver demographics, and exploring caregiver perspectives. Method: A mixed-methods embedded design was used. The quantitative phase included 258 caregivers from non-critical pediatric medical-surgical units in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Data were collected using the Quality of Discharge Teaching Scale (QDTS) and the Pediatric Readiness for Hospital Discharge Scale (Ped-RHDS), with bivariate analysis and multiple linear regression applied. The qualitative phase involved semi-structured interviews with six caregivers, analyzed using thematic analysis. Results: The mean discharge readiness score (Ped-RHDS) was 7.94 (SD = 1.59), and the mean quality of discharge teaching score (QDTS) was 7.74 (SD = 2.03). Multiple regression analysis revealed that caregiver age (β = 0.159, p = .008), educational level (β = 0.139, p = .011), and quality of discharge teaching (β = 0.537, p < .001) were significant predictors of discharge readiness. Thematic analysis revealed four key themes: barriers to readiness, facilitators of readiness, caregiving challenges post-discharge, and perceived contributors to readmission. Conclusion: Improving the quality of discharge teaching is essential for enhancing caregiver readiness and reducing pediatric readmissions. Structured, compassionate communication and addressing both practical and emotional needs can foster better caregiver confidence and child outcomes. Future studies should focus on developing standardized discharge protocols that integrate comprehensive education and ongoing support tailored to the diverse needs of pediatric caregivers.
20 0
Restricted
Play-Based Pedagogies in Saudi Kindergartens: Examining Teachers’ Perceptions and Practices
(ProQuest, 2023-02-16) Alharbi, Manal; Blank, Jolyn
In this study, I explored three Saudi kindergarten teachers’ play-based pedagogies. I conducted a qualitative case study (Stake, 1994) in order to examine these teachers’ perceptions of play and describe the ways they incorporated play into their classrooms. My research questions were: How do three Saudi kindergarten teachers perceive play-based learning? In what ways do three Saudi kindergarten teachers implement play-based learning? Participants taught kindergarten in a large private school that served early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school students in Saudi Arabia. Classroom observations and interviews with the teachers were the central data sources. To analyze the data, I conducted a thematic analysis following Clark and Braun’s (2013) process. I found that teachers believed in the benefits of play for children’s learning and development and believed in the influence of their involvement in children’s learning and play. The teachers indicated that a purposeful play which targets academic learning would also promote children’s developmental skills. Further, teachers expressed hopes to develop the education of early childhood to enhance children's learning outcomes and to enhance their practices in the field. Implications and recommendations for future research from the study findings were discussed.
121 0