Knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of healthcare professionals at the start of an Ebola virus epidemic

The purposes of this study were to explore the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors towards the recommended vaccinations for adults between 19–64 years of age and the associated factors among parents. The survey was conducted from October to December 2018 among a sample of parents randomly selected from five preschools and primary, secondary, and high schools in the geographic area of Naples, Italy. The mean age of participants was 45.2 years (range 19–71). Only 16% of the parents knew all vaccinations recommended to adults between 19–64 years of age. Those being healthcare professionals, having a chronic condition, having received information about vaccinations from physicians, and having a lower educational level were more likely to know the vaccinations recommended to adults between 19–64 years of age. Female participants, those who had received information about vaccinations from physicians, and those who had a lower number of children were more likely to have a positive attitude toward the usefulness of the administration of vaccinations recommended to adults between 19–64 years of age. Among unvaccinated respondents, more than half reported a positive attitude toward willingness to receive a recommended vaccination. This positive attitude was significantly higher among those who considered vaccinations as being useful and among who had received information from physicians. Only 16.9% self-reported to have received at least one vaccination recommended to adults between 19–64 years of age. Those who were healthcare professionals, who had at least one chronic condition, and who considered the administration of the vaccinations as being useful were more likely to have received at least one recommended vaccination. Greater efforts by policy makers and healthcare providers are needed to increase parents’ knowledge on recommended vaccines, and it is also crucial that healthcare providers have a high knowledge and favorable attitudes in order to increase vaccine coverage.

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Assessment of West Virginia public healthcare professionals' knowledge, attitudes and behaviors regarding of the oral implications of HPV following an educational presentation

10.33915/etd.5395 ◽

2014 ◽

Author(s):

Renee Cooper-Frantz

Keyword(s):

West Virginia ◽

Healthcare Professionals ◽

Public Healthcare ◽

Attitudes And Behaviors ◽

And Behaviors

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Healthcare Professionals’ Beliefs, Attitudes, Knowledge, and Behavior Around Vaping in Pregnancy and Postpartum: A Qualitative Study

Nicotine & Tobacco Research ◽

10.1093/ntr/ntaa126 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Abby Hunter ◽

Judith Yargawa ◽

Caitlin Notley ◽

Michael Ussher ◽

Alex Bobak ◽

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Keyword(s):

Pregnant Women ◽

Healthcare Professionals ◽

Training Needs ◽

Attitudes And Behaviors ◽

Quit Smoking ◽

Pregnancy And Postpartum ◽

And Behaviors ◽

And Behavior ◽

And Training ◽

In Pregnancy

Abstract Introduction Finding effective ways to help pregnant women quit smoking and maintain long-term abstinence is a public health priority. Electronic cigarettes (ie, vaping) could be a suitable cessation tool in pregnancy for those who struggle to quit; however, healthcare professionals (HCP) must be informed about these devices to offer appropriate advice. This study used the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation, and Behavior (COM-B) model and Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF) to explore HCP attitudes towards vaping in pregnancy and postpartum; beliefs about the health risks of vaping; perceived barriers and facilitators of vaping in pregnancy; knowledge of current guidelines and policies; and training needs. Methods Interviews (n = 60) were conducted with midwives (n = 17), health visitors (n = 10), general practitioners (n = 15) and stop smoking specialists (n = 18) across the United Kingdom. Interview transcriptions were analyzed thematically using the framework approach and the COM-B. Results Discussing vaping as a tool for quitting smoking in pregnancy was prevented by a lack of capability (limited knowledge of vaping, lack of training in smoking cessation); lack of opportunity (restricted by organizational policies and guidelines, lack of time and financial issues impacting on training), and negative social influences (sensationalist media and stigma associated with vaping in pregnancy); and lack of motivation (fear of future litigation and comebacks should adverse effects from vaping arise). Conclusions Factors related to capability, opportunity, and motivation were identified that influence HCPs attitudes and behaviors towards vaping in pregnancy. Gaps in knowledge and training needs were identified, which could inform the development of targeted vaping training. Implications Vaping could be suitable in pregnancy for those struggling to quit smoking. However, HCPs must be informed about these devices to offer appropriate advice. These data extend our knowledge of factors influencing HCP attitudes and behaviors towards vaping in pregnancy. Generally, vaping was perceived as safer than cigarettes, but a perceived lack of evidence, health and safety risks, dependency, and regulation issues were concerning. Considering our findings, greater efforts are needed to ensure HCPs are sufficiently informed about vaping and guidelines available. More importance should be placed on training for all HCPs who have contact with pregnant women.

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Assessment of The Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviors of Healthcare Professionals in Relation to Applying and Teaching Pelvic Floor Muscle Exercises

Journal of Academic Research in Nursing ◽

10.5222/jaren.2018.015 ◽

2018 ◽

Author(s):

Rojin Mamuk ◽

Melike Dişsiz ◽

Hüsniye Dinç

Keyword(s):

Pelvic Floor ◽

Healthcare Professionals ◽

Pelvic Floor Muscle ◽

Pelvic Floor Muscle Exercises ◽

Attitudes And Behaviors ◽

And Behaviors

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Bioterrorism-Related Beliefs, Attitudes and Behaviors of Community-Based Clinicians

Prehospital and Disaster Medicine ◽

10.1017/s1049023x00010165 ◽

2002 ◽

Vol 17 (S2) ◽

pp. S48

Author(s):

Robyn R. M. Gershon ◽

Kristine A. Qureshi ◽

Stephen S. Morse ◽

Marissa A. Berrera ◽

Catherine B. Dela Cruz

Keyword(s):

Community Based ◽

Attitudes And Behaviors ◽

And Behaviors

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The Impact of Universal Suicide-Prevention Programs on the Help-Seeking Attitudes and Behaviors of Youths

Crisis ◽

10.1027/0227-5910/a000178 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 34 (2) ◽

pp. 82-97 ◽

Cited By ~ 57

Author(s):

Bonnie Klimes-Dougan ◽

David A. Klingbeil ◽

Sarah J. Meller

Keyword(s):

Suicide Prevention ◽

Help Seeking ◽

Prevention Programs ◽

Universal Prevention ◽

Help Seeking Attitudes ◽

Attitudes And Behaviors ◽

Seeking Behavior ◽

And Behaviors ◽

Suicide Prevention Programs ◽

The Impact

Background: While the ultimate goal of adolescent suicide-prevention efforts is to decrease the incidence of death by suicide, a critical intermediary goal is directing youths toward effective sources of assistance. Aim: To comprehensively review the universal prevention literature and examine the effects of universal prevention programs on student’s attitudes and behaviors related to help-seeking. Method: We systematically reviewed studies that assessed help-seeking outcomes including prevention efforts utilizing (1) psychoeducational curricula, (2) gatekeeper training, and (3) public service messaging directed at youths. Of the studies reviewed, 17 studies evaluated the help-seeking outcomes. These studies were identified through a range of sources (e.g., searching online databases, examining references of published articles on suicide prevention). Results: The results of this review suggest that suicide-prevention programming has a limited impact on help-seeking behavior. Although there was some evidence that suicide-prevention programs had a positive impact on students’ help-seeking attitudes and behaviors, there was also evidence of no effects or iatrogenic effects. Sex and risk status were moderators of program effects on students help-seeking. Conclusions: Caution is warranted when considering which suicidal prevention interventions best optimize the intended goals. The impact on adolescents’ help-seeking behavior is a key concern for educators and mental-health professionals.

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