College of Nursing, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, 11942, Saudi Arabia. Associate Professor, College of Nursing, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, 11942, Saudi Arabia.
PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Nursing
College of Applied Medical Sciences in Alkharj
EDUCATION
Nursing
RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS
Community and Home Care, General Nursing, Oncology (nursing), Research and Theory
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Scopus Publications
Scopus Publications
Prevalence, indications, and preference of caesarean section deliveries among women attending primary health care units in Port-Said City, Egypt Nesrine S. Farrag, Khaled S. Salama, Almaza A. Salim, Ateya M. Ibrahim, Nesreen F. Ibrahim Journal of the Egyptian Public Health Association, 2026 Background With the changing perception of Caesarean Section (CS) from a lifesaving to a routine procedure, non-medically indicated CS is increasing. This study assessed the prevalence, indications, and preference for CS among women attending primary health care (PHC) units in Port Said Governorate, Egypt. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted from December 2023 to February 2024 in six primary health care units across Port-Said Governorate, Egypt. Married women of childbearing age who had experienced at least one childbirth (primiparous and multiparous) were included. A total of 179 participants were recruited using multistage sampling, combining random selection of PHC units and consecutive sampling of eligible women. Data were collected using a validated structured questionnaire covering socio-demographics, obstetric history, last delivery experience, and preference for the next delivery. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS v26, including univariate and multivariate logistic regression to identify factors associated with CS and delivery preference. Results A total of 179 women participated in the study. Of these, 68% had CS for their last delivery. The most frequently reported reasons for previous CS were fear of labor (56%), prolonged labor (18%), and long distance to the hospital (15.6%). Regarding future delivery preferences, (61.5%) of women expressed a preference for CS. The leading reasons cited were less pain (81.8% ), the belief that CS is safer for the baby (57.3%), and the knowledge of the time of delivery (32.2%). Multivariate logistic regression identified independent predictors for each outcome. Women with higher income [AOR 10.0, 95% CI 2.7–36.9, < 0.001] and those whose doctor suggested CS [AOR 19.2, 95% CI 5.5–67.1, p < 0.001] were more likely to have had a CS in their last delivery. In contrast, preference for CS in the next delivery was independently associated with higher husband education [AOR 12.1, 95% CI 1.2–124.3, p = 0.036] and a history of previous CS [AOR 14.7, 95% CI 6.2–34.6, p < 0.001]. Conclusion Fear of labor and previous CS were the main drivers of past and preferred future CS deliveries, with non-medical factors outweighing medical indications. Findings highlight the need for educational interventions to support informed delivery choices.
Quality of life and associated factors among naturally postmenopausal women in Arar Saudi Arabia Fathia Ahmed Mersal, Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Fathia Gamal Elsaid Hassabelnaby, Heba Ahmed Osman Mohamed, Rasmia Abd El Sattar Ali, Safaa Ibrahim Ahmed, Anu Sam Jacob Scientific Reports, 2026 This study aimed to assess menopause-specific quality of life among naturally postmenopausal women in Arar City, Saudi Arabia, and to examine its association with selected sociodemographic, reproductive, and health-related characteristics. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 377 naturally postmenopausal women aged 40 years or older recruited from primary health care centers in Arar City. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire that captured sociodemographic and health-related characteristics together with the 29-item Menopause-Specific Quality of Life (MENQOL) questionnaire. Descriptive statistics summarized the data, and chi-square or Fisher's exact tests examined associations between categorized quality-of-life outcomes and participant characteristics. To complement the categorical analyses, MENQOL domain scores were also examined as continuous variables in a sensitivity analysis using independent-samples t-tests and one-way analysis of variance. Most participants were aged 46-65 years (85.1%), married (75.1%), and had secondary or university education (84.4%). Sexual symptoms were the most affected domain (81.5%), followed by physical (74.0%), psychological (72.7%), and vasomotor symptoms (71.9%). Poorer overall quality of life was significantly associated with marital status, parity, occupation, household income, body mass index, age at menarche, age at natural menopause, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and negative perceptions of life after menopause (all p < 0.05). Detailed frequencies and test statistics are presented in Tables 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Naturally postmenopausal women in this Saudi sample experienced a substantial menopausal symptom burden, particularly in the sexual, physical, and psychological domains. Several social and health-related factors were associated with poorer quality of life, supporting the need for culturally responsive nursing assessment, lifestyle counselling, and psychosocial support to enhance menopausal care and well-being.
Integrated palliative nursing interventions for older adults with cancer: Effects on quality of life, psychological outcomes, and symptom burden Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Donia Elsaid Fathi Zaghamir Palliative and Supportive Care, 2026 Objectives Older adults with cancer frequently experience high symptom burden, psychological distress, and reduced quality of life. Integrating palliative nursing interventions into routine oncology care has the potential to improve these outcomes, yet evidence examining their measurable effects remains limited. This study aimed to examine the effects of integrated palliative nursing interventions on quality of life, psychological outcomes, and symptom burden among older adults with cancer. Methods A quasi-experimental one-group pre-test–post-test design was conducted at King Khaled Hospital, Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia, including 80 older adults (≥60 years) with confirmed cancer diagnosis. Participants received a structured 6-week integrated palliative nursing intervention comprising 12 sessions (2 sessions/week) addressing physical, psychological, social, functional, and spiritual needs. Outcome measures included the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-General (FACT-G) for quality of life, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Distress Thermometer for psychological outcomes, and the Edmonton Symptom Assessment System (ESAS-r) for symptom burden. Pre- and post-intervention assessments were conducted, and data were analyzed using paired t -tests, Pearson correlations, and multiple linear regression. Results All 80 participants completed the study, and no attrition was observed during the 6-week intervention period. Post-intervention, participants demonstrated significant improvements in overall quality of life (FACT-G total: 39.65 ± 5.51 → 66.41 ± 6.25, p < .001) and all subscales. Distress scores (NCCN) decreased from 21.93 ± 2.49 to 6.99 ± 2.37 ( p < .001), and total symptom burden (ESAS) declined from 63.56 ± 6.31 to 41.09 ± 6.88 ( p < .001). Regression analysis identified baseline scores as significant predictors of post-intervention outcomes: pre-intervention FACT-G scores and cancer type for quality of life [ R 2 = 0.660, F (8, 71) = 17.199, p < .001), pre-intervention NCCN scores for distress ( R 2 = 0.219, F (8, 71) = 2.487, p = .019), and pre-intervention ESAS scores for symptom burden ( R 2 = 0.757, F (8, 71) = 27.697, p < .001). These results indicated that baseline status strongly predicts post-intervention outcomes, while demographic and clinical variables had minimal impact. Significance of the results Structured integrated palliative nursing interventions significantly enhance quality of life and reduce psychological distress and symptom burden in older adults with cancer. Incorporating multidimensional, patient-centered palliative care within routine oncology practice can improve clinical outcomes, with baseline status serving as an important determinant of intervention effectiveness.
Navigating the Storm: Exploring Triggers, Preventive Strategies, and Sociocultural Dynamics of Violence in Healthcare Settings—A Cross-Sectional Study in Damietta Governorate, Egypt Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Donia Elsaid Fathi Zaghamir Journal of Clinical Nursing, 2026 AimExplore and describe the triggers, preventive strategies, and sociocultural dynamics of violence in healthcare settings, focusing on the experiences and perspectives of nurses Damietta Governorate, Egypt.DesignA cross‐sectional design.MethodsA stratified random sampling approach was followed to ensure representation from all departments by recruiting 424 nurses from several hospitals in Egypt. Self‐administered questionnaires were applied, using validated instruments such as the Hospital Safety Climate Scale, the Coping Strategies Inventory, the Maslach Burnout Inventory, the Perceived Causes of Workplace Violence Questionnaire, and the Workplace Violence Scale to collect data. Data analysis using SPSS version 26 was carried out with descriptive statistics including means and standard deviations. STROBE reporting guidelines were followed.ResultsNurses had a moderate level of verbal abuse (mean 3.50) and bullying/harassment (mean 3.00) and lesser incidences of physical violence (mean 2.80) and sexual harassment (mean 2.70). The most common cause was perceived as organisational factors (mean 3.80) and then environmental (mean 3.60) and sociocultural (mean 3.40). Problem‐focused coping strategies, which were used mostly (mean 3.45), emotional exhaustion (mean 4.20), making the overall burnout level moderate (mean 3.83). The safety climate had positive perceptions concerning management support (mean 3.80), an area needing improvement in safety communication (mean 3.70) and staff training (mean 3.60).ConclusionThe study underscores the prevalent issues of workplace violence and emotional exhaustion among nurses, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support systems to address these challenges.Implications for the Profession and/or Patient CareImplementing comprehensive support programs, enhancing safety protocols, and focusing on both problem‐focused and emotional support strategies are essential for improving nurse well‐being and reducing workplace violence. These measures will contribute to a safer working environment and better patient care outcomes.ImpactWhat problem did the study address? The study explored and described the high incidence of workplace violence and its impact on nurses' emotional well‐being and job satisfaction in Egyptian healthcare settings.What were the main findings? Prevalent verbal abuse and bullying were noted in the study, with the organisational factors identified as the most important cause. High levels of emotional exhaustion and moderate burnout, coupled with positive but improvable perceptions of safety climate, were reported.Where and on whom will the research have an impact? Impacts from the research would touch every nurse working in hospitals around the cities of Damietta Governorate in Egypt, including Damietta General Hospital, Central Hospital in Faraskour, Elzarqa General Hospital, and probably other healthcare settings in the locale. It is anticipated that the results will give way to new hospital policies and practices on improving nurse safety and job satisfaction, which could lead to enhanced overall patient care.Reporting MethodThe STROBE checklist was followed.Patient or Public ContributionNo patient or public contribution.
Exploring society-to-cells resilience among community members: A multidisciplinary study in outpatient clinics with diverse participant demographics Ateya Megahed Ibrahim Journal of Advanced Nursing, 2026 AimThis study explores and understands community members' resilience in outpatient clinics, considering various dimensions and types of resilience.DesignA cross‐sectional study.MethodsThis study was conducted in Saudi outpatient clinics from September to December 2023 and included 384 individuals chosen through systematic random sampling. Various tools were used, such as Social Cohesion and Trust Scale, Community Resilience Assessment Tool, Community Assessment of Psychic Experiences, Environmental Resilience Assessment, Economic Resilience Index, Connor‐Davidson Resilience Scale, Brief Resilience Scale, Resilience Scale for Adults and Healthcare Resilience Index.ResultsParticipants displayed a robust overall resilience level, as indicated by Total Connor–Davidson Resilience Scale score of 63.0 ± 9.0. Additionally, they demonstrated commendable levels of resilience in Total Brief Resilience Scale (56.04 ± 8.6), Resilience Scale for Adults (82.5 ± 7.2) and Healthcare Resilience Index (45.8 ± 5.5). These findings offer significant insights into psychological and emotional well‐being of the study population, highlighting their adaptive capacities and coping mechanisms across various life domains.ConclusionThis study provides valuable insights into the multidimensional nature of resilience in outpatient settings. The cross‐sectional design sets the groundwork for future longitudinal investigations, highlighting the need for a holistic approach to understanding and promoting resilience.ImpactThis study holds immediate implications for participants and their communities. It underscores the adaptive capacities and coping mechanisms prevalent in the outpatient population by revealing commendable resilience levels. This insight enhances individuals' psychological and emotional well‐being, contributing positively to the overall resilience and communal strength. Additionally, this study sheds light on how resilience among community members in Saudi Arabia relates to international advanced nursing communities, providing insight into their work.Patient or Public ContributionPatients who have received outpatient services in the past 6 months were purposively chosen to ensure a diverse representation across age, gender and socio‐economic backgrounds in this study.
Nurse-led tele-palliative care for symptom management and family support: A hybrid umbrella review of reviews and primary studies Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Rasha Kamal Sweelam, Fathia Gamal Elsaid hassabelnaby, Lobna Mohamed Mohamed Abu Negm, Donia Elsaid Fathi Zaghamir, Nora H. Elneblawi, Safaa Ibrahim Ahmed, Laila Zeidan Ghazy Mohamed, Mahmoud Abdel Hameed Shahin Palliative and Supportive Care, 2026 Background The use of telehealth in palliative care has expanded rapidly, offering opportunities to enhance symptom management and provide psychosocial support to patients and families. Nurse-led virtual interventions play a critical role in improving access to care, particularly for those facing geographic or logistical barriers. Objectives To systematically synthesize global evidence on the effectiveness of tele-palliative nursing interventions in improving symptom management and family support for adults with life-limiting illnesses. Methods This study was conducted as a hybrid umbrella review in accordance with PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Six databases and two trial registries were searched through September 2025. Eligible evidence included (a) systematic reviews, scoping reviews, integrative reviews, and mixed-methods reviews, and (b) primary studies such as randomized controlled trials (RCTs), quasi-experiments, observational studies, and pilot/feasibility studies. Systematic reviews were appraised using AMSTAR-2; primary studies using RoB 2, ROBINS-I, or CASP, as appropriate. A narrative synthesis was employed, with review-level evidence prioritized and primary studies used to contextualize effect directions. Potential overlap of primary studies across included reviews was assessed conceptually to avoid double counting. This approach was selected to integrate both review-level and primary evidence within a unified synthesis framework. Results Twenty-eight studies (≈2,500 participants from primary studies only) from North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia were included. Interventions included video consultations, structured telephone follow-ups, remote symptom monitoring, and caregiver education programs delivered by nurses. Across studies, nurse-led telehealth interventions were associated with improvements in access to care, symptom monitoring, patient satisfaction, and aspects of family support. Evidence for symptom severity reduction and caregiver burden was mixed, with moderate heterogeneity. Risk of bias was generally low to moderate, with RCTs offering the strongest evidence. Significance of results Tele-palliative nursing is a promising model for delivering symptom management and family support remotely. It demonstrates feasibility and acceptability across diverse settings. However, findings should be interpreted cautiously due to heterogeneity in study designs, reliance on secondary evidence, and variable methodological quality. Further large-scale trials with standardized outcome measures are needed to strengthen the evidence base.
Palliative and end-of-life nursing care in Saudi Arabia: A systematic review of nursing practices, challenges, and patient–family outcomes Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Donia Elsaid Fathi Zaghamir Palliative and Supportive Care, 2026 Background Palliative and end-of-life (EOL) care is gaining increasing importance in Saudi Arabia due to the rising burden of chronic and life-limiting illnesses. Nurses play a central role in delivering comprehensive, culturally appropriate palliative care; however, their practices are influenced by educational preparation, institutional support, and sociocultural and religious contexts. To date, evidence on palliative nursing care in Saudi Arabia remains fragmented and insufficiently synthesized. Aim This systematic review aimed to synthesize existing evidence on palliative and EOL nursing care in Saudi Arabia, with a focus on nursing practices, challenges, cultural and spiritual influences, and patient and family outcomes. Methods A systematic literature search was conducted in January 2025 using PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and Saudi grey literature sources. Empirical qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods studies addressing palliative or EOL nursing care in Saudi Arabia were included. Study selection followed PRISMA guidelines, and methodological quality was appraised using appropriate critical appraisal tools. A narrative thematic synthesis was undertaken due to heterogeneity among studies. Results Fourteen studies met the inclusion criteria. Findings indicated that nurses are actively involved in symptom management, therapeutic communication, psychosocial support, spiritual care, and family-centered care. However, substantial barriers were identified, including gaps in knowledge and training, limited formal palliative education, emotional burden, ethical challenges related to nondisclosure, and inconsistent institutional policies. Cultural and religious norms strongly influenced communication practices and decision-making processes. Studies also showed that structured palliative care services, particularly home-based and multidisciplinary programs, were associated with improved patient comfort, dignity, and family satisfaction, although access to such services varied across regions. Conclusion Palliative and EOL nursing care in Saudi Arabia demonstrates commitment and potential but is constrained by educational, emotional, cultural, and systemic challenges. Strengthening nursing education, enhancing culturally sensitive communication and spiritual care training, expanding home-based palliative services, and providing institutional support for nurses’ emotional well-being are essential to improving the quality and equity of palliative care nationwide.
Triad of agency, mood, and meaning: A nursing perspective on patient activation, depression, and quality of life in older adults receiving palliative oncology care Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Donia Elsaid Fathi Zaghamir Palliative and Supportive Care, 2026 Objectives To examine the relationships between patient activation, depressive symptoms, and quality of life among older adults receiving palliative oncology care. Methods A cross-sectional correlational study was conducted among 145 adults aged ≥60 years receiving palliative oncology care at King Khalid Hospital, Saudi Arabia, using stratified random sampling. Data were collected via a demographic and clinical questionnaire, the Patient Activation Measure-13 (PAM-13), the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), and the McGill Quality of Life Questionnaire–Revised (MQOL-R). Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, independent t -tests, one-way ANOVA, and multiple linear regression were performed using SPSS version 26. Results All participants demonstrated Level 2 patient activation, with a mean PAM-13 score of 50.83 (SD = 1.04). Moderate depressive symptoms were prevalent (mean PHQ-9 = 13.56, SD = 3.48), and overall quality of life was moderate (mean MQOL-R = 55.21, SD = 10.14). Patient activation was weakly but significantly inversely correlated with depressive symptoms ( r = −0.179, p < 0.05). No significant associations were found between patient activation and quality of life, or between depressive symptoms and quality of life. Regression analysis showed that patient activation, depressive symptoms, and demographics accounted for only 3.2% of the variance in quality of life ( R 2 = 0.032, p = 0.714). Significance of results Patient activation may modestly reduce depressive symptoms but is not sufficient to improve quality of life in older adults receiving palliative oncology care. Quality of life appears influenced by broader multidimensional factors beyond activation and mood, highlighting the need for comprehensive interventions in palliative care settings.
Ethics and moral empathy in end-of-life palliative care Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Hassanat Ramadan Abdel-Aziz, Donia Elsaid Fathi Zaghamir, Nora H. Elneblawi, Mohamed Abd El-Rahman Elsaied Elhoty, Rasha kamal Sweelam, Heba Ahmed Osman Mohamed, Fathia gamal elsaid hassabelnaby Palliative and Supportive Care, 2025
Urine-derived stem cells: a sustainable resource for advancing personalized medicine and dental regeneration Gamal A. Atia, Ahmed Abdal Dayem, Ehab S. Taher, Wafaa Y. Alghonemy, Ssang-Goo Cho, Ahmed A. Aldarmahi, Md Azizul Haque, Abeer Alshambky, Noha Taymour, Ateya M. Ibrahim, Donia E. Zaghamir, Ekramy M. Elmorsy, Helal F. Hetta, Mohamed E. Mohamed, Kasim S. Abass, Shifan Khanday, Ahmed Abdeen Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 2025
Consumption of aphrodisiac drugs without prescription among men in Saudi Arabia: cross-sectional study Sameer Hamdy Hafez, Sadeq Abdo Mohammed Alwesabi, Elwaleed Idris Sagiron, Hanan Saad Abdullah Alwadei, Abdalla MohamedAhmed Osman Abdalla, Elsadig Eltaher Hamed ِAbdulrahman, Nahid Khalil Elfaki, Noha Ahmed Mohamed, Mohammed Abdulrahman Alshahrani, Ahmad A. Alshehri, Mohammed Jamaan Alzahrani, Amna Mohammed Idris, Mohamed Gamal Elsehrawey, Mohammad El-Nablaway, Ateya Megahed Ibrahim Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2024
Virtual Screening of Ligands Targeting Dentin Sialophosphoprotein (DSPP) to Analyse the Binding Affinity of Root Resorption Markers - An in Silico Study Journal of International Dental and Medical Research, 2024
Three-dimensional Assessment of Pharyngeal Airway Space between Unilateral Cleft Lip and palate Patients and Non-Cleft Patients – a comparative retrospective study Journal of International Dental and Medical Research, 2024
An In-vitro Analysis of the Antimicrobial Efficacy of a Novel Obturating Material for Primary Teeth Journal of International Dental and Medical Research, 2024
Comparative Evaluation of Physical and Antimicrobial Properties of Metronidazole Incorporated Formulation of Mineral Trioxide Aggregate - An In-Vitro Study Journal of International Dental and Medical Research, 2024
Assessment and mitigation of sleep disturbances in Egyptian acute care settings Mohamed Gamal Elsehrawey, Elhaga Ibrahim Eldesouky Mohamed Shaban, Rasmia Abd El Sattar Ali, Laila Zeidan Ghazy Mohammed, Elsayeda Hamdy Nasr Abdelhalim, Ali D Abousoliman, Ghada.A. Hassan, Mohamed A. El-Sakhawy, Ateya Megahed Ibrahim International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences, 2024
Three-Dimensional Evaluation of Maxillary Sinus Volume for Adult Patients with Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Journal of International Dental and Medical Research, 2024
Nursing-based intervention to optimize the self-prescribed and the misuse of antibiotics among mothers of children less than 5 years Sameer Hamdy Hafez, Sabry M. Tamam, Noha Ahmed Mohamed, Elwaleed Idris Sagiron, Yahya Hussein Ahmed Abdalla, Mohammed Ateeg Abdelrahman Ahmed, Sharfeldin Mohammed Shuib, Elsadig Eltaher Hamed, Mohamed Saied Harfoush, Mohammed Abdulrahman Alshahrani, Ahmad A. Alshehri, Ahmed Salah Ali, Ahmed Loutfy, Abdalla Mohamed Ahmed Osman Abdalla, Sadeq Abdo Mohammed Alwesabi, Ateya Megahed Ibrahim International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences, 2024
Comparative Evaluation of Physical and Antimicrobial Properties of Doxycycline Incorporated Formulation of Mineral Trioxide Aggregate - An In-Vitro Study Journal of International Dental and Medical Research, 2023
Comparison of Quality of Obturation, Instrumentation Time and Post Operative Pain in the Primary Mandibular Molar Teeth using Three Different Manual Instrumentation system - a Randomized Clinical Trial Journal of International Dental and Medical Research, 2023