EP.TU.414Development and introduction of a multi-modal Major Trauma Ward nursing course

Abstract Introduction In 2018, the National Major Trauma Nursing Group (NMTNG), published a set of competencies for nurses working on Major Trauma Wards (MTW). They recommended that nurses evidence their knowledge and skills to this framework and that local education packages are created to support this. Methods Nurses working on the MTW completed a survey to self-assess their competency and level of knowledge against the NMTNG framework. An intensive, in-house, 2-day pilot course was designed for nurses, incorporating lecture-based teaching, practical skills and simulation. The content was fully mapped against the NMTNG key competencies, and also addressed the survey responses and local policy. Nurses were then asked to repeat the survey following the course. Results 5 nurses and 2 student nurses attended the pilot course. The majority of attendees (4/7) had been working on the major trauma ward for over 6 months and none had previously completed any nationally accredited major trauma training. Following the course, an improvement in self-assessed knowledge was recorded across all aspects of the competency framework. The highest percentage increase in knowledge was 76% in maxillo-facial trauma and the mean increase across all areas was 48% (range 20-76%). Conclusion Attendance at the course significantly increased the nurses self-perceived knowledge and competency in all key areas. Feedback will be used to further develop the course and an associated mentorship scheme, ensuring all nurses working within Major Trauma will have access to ward-based, major trauma specific education.

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Epidemiology of Maxillo-Facial Trauma During COVID-19 Lockdown: Reports From the Hub Trauma Center in Milan

Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction ◽

10.1177/1943387520983119 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 194338752098311

Author(s):

Gabriele Canzi ◽

Elena De Ponti ◽

Federica Corradi ◽

Roberto Bini ◽

Giorgio Novelli ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Interpersonal Violence ◽

Trauma Center ◽

Major Trauma ◽

Suicide Attempts ◽

Linear Trend ◽

Trauma Team ◽

Facial Trauma ◽

Facial Fractures ◽

Epidemiological Changes ◽

Systemic Symptoms

Study Design Retrospective study. Objective: Following SARS-CoV-2 pandemic break-out a lockdown period for the population and a reorganization of the Health System were needed. Hub-function Centers for time-dependent diseases were identified and Niguarda Hospital (Milan) was selected as main Regional Trauma Center. The purpose of our study is to report the experience of Niguarda Maxillofacial Trauma Team during this period, pointing out epidemiological changes in the presentation of trauma in comparison to the previous 3 years. Methods: Two hundred and sixteen patients were admitted to the Emergency Department from 8th March 2020 to 8th May 2020. One hundred and eighty-one had a diagnosis of Major Trauma and 36 had also facial fractures; 35 patients had isolated facial fractures. Data were compared to the activity during the same period in 2017-2019 and statistical analysis was carried out concerning demographic and clinical characteristics, trauma dynamics and positivity to COVID-19. Results: Cumulative curves of patients admitted because of Major Trauma describe a superimposable linear trend in years 2017-2019, while 2020 shows an increase from April 16th. Average age and number of more severe patients were higher than previous years. Epidemiological changes concerned road accidents, accidents involving pedestrians and cyclists, interpersonal violence, suicide attempts and domestic accidents. The incidence of facial fractures was confirmed through years and, according to its measured severity, 75% of patients required management. COVID-19 positivity without systemic symptoms didn’t influence the type of treatment. Conclusion: The COVID-19 lockdown offers a unique opportunity to study the reversal epidemiological effects on trauma.

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An Evaluation Of Undergraduate Student Nurses’ Gameful Experience While Playing A Escape Room Game As Part Of A Community Health Nursing Course

Nurse Education Today ◽

10.1016/j.nedt.2021.104948 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 104948

Author(s):

Ana Anguas-Gracia ◽

Ana B. Subirón-Valera ◽

Isabel Antón-Solanas ◽

Beatriz Rodríguez-Roca ◽

Pedro J. Satústegui-Dordá ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Community Health ◽

Undergraduate Student ◽

Student Nurses ◽

Community Health Nursing ◽

Health Nursing ◽

Nursing Course

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Student Nurses' Perception on the Impact of Information Technology on Teaching and Learning

Nursing Education, Administration, and Informatics ◽

10.4018/978-1-5225-5490-5.ch004 ◽

2018 ◽

pp. 53-66

Author(s):

Nahed Kandeel ◽

Youssreya Ibrahim

Keyword(s):

Information Technology ◽

Critical Care ◽

Nursing Students ◽

Teaching And Learning ◽

Student Nurses ◽

Critical Care Nursing ◽

Nurses Perceptions ◽

The Impact ◽

Nursing Course ◽

Care Nursing

This paper investigates student nurses' perceptions of the impact of using information technology (IT) on teaching and learning critical care nursing. This study was conducted at the Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura University, Egypt. The sample included 163 of fourth year Bachelor of Nursing students enrolled in a critical care nursing course during the first semester of the academic year 2007-2008. The data was collected using a questionnaire sheet that gathered information about student nurses' IT skills and use, perception of the access to and use of IT at Faculty of Nursing, perception of the impact of using IT on teaching and perception, and on the impact of using IT on learning the critical care nursing course. The findings indicate that nursing students had a positive perception on the impact of using IT on teaching and learning the critical care nursing course. Students wanted access to IT at the Faculty, and expressed their need for more training on using Internet and Microsoft PowerPoint, and for IT resources in classrooms.

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Student Nurses’ Perception on the Impact of Information Technology on Teaching and Learning

International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education ◽

10.4018/jicte.2010070104 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 6 (3) ◽

pp. 38-50 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Nahed Kandeel ◽

Youssreya Ibrahim

Keyword(s):

Information Technology ◽

Critical Care ◽

Nursing Students ◽

Teaching And Learning ◽

Student Nurses ◽

Critical Care Nursing ◽

First Semester ◽

The Impact ◽

Nursing Course ◽

Care Nursing

This paper investigates student nurses’ perceptions of the impact of using information technology (IT) on teaching and learning critical care nursing. This study was conducted at the Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura University, Egypt. The sample included 163 of fourth year Bachelor of Nursing students enrolled in a critical care nursing course during the first semester of the academic year 2007-2008. The data was collected using a questionnaire sheet that gathered information about student nurses’ IT skills and use, perception of the access to and use of IT at Faculty of Nursing, perception of the impact of using IT on teaching and perception, and on the impact of using IT on learning the critical care nursing course. The findings indicate that nursing students had a positive perception on the impact of using IT on teaching and learning the critical care nursing course. Students wanted access to IT at the Faculty, and expressed their need for more training on using Internet and Microsoft PowerPoint, and for IT resources in classrooms.

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15 Future-proofing the feedyard workforce: Survey of Texas beef cattle stockpeople indicates positive attitudes towards animals and the workplace while highlighting opportunities for improvement

Journal of Animal Science ◽

10.1093/jas/skz053.023 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 97 (Supplement_1) ◽

pp. 11-11

Author(s):

Emily E Ridge ◽

Ron Gill ◽

Courtney L Daigle

Keyword(s):

Beef Cattle ◽

Critical Role ◽

Work Force ◽

Multiple Choice Questions ◽

Timely Manner ◽

Positive Attitudes ◽

Experience Good ◽

Survey Responses ◽

Industry Investment ◽

Specific Education

Abstract A survey was administered to Texas cattle feedyard employees (n = 111) from 31 different operations measuring stockperson perception, job satisfaction and socioeconomic status using Likert statements and multiple-choice questions. Differences among employment roles (manager, pen rider, processor, doctor) were evaluated using a Kruskal-Wallis test followed by a Multiple Comparison procedure. Managers more strongly agreed that “beef cattle are not dirty” than doctors (P = 0.03) and that “cattle behavior is affected by the way we treat them” than pen riders (P = 0.002) or processors (P = 0.01). Managers were less likely than doctors, pen riders, and processors to believe they have too many cattle to look after (P = 0.05, P = 0.006 and P = 0.01, respectively). Pen riders reported less confidence in performing euthanasia than doctors (P = 0.02) and managers (P = 0.02), and, along with processors, agreed that cattle were not always euthanized in a timely manner (P = 0.02 and P = 0.02, respectively). While all roles viewed Holstein cattle unfavorably (P < 0.001), processors viewed them more positively than pen riders (P = 0.05) and managers (P = 0.001). Socioeconomic results showed that Texas feedyards have a dedicated, passionate work force, with 43% of participants having worked in the industry for 9+ years and 49% of participants working at cattle feedyards because they enjoy working with animals. Unfortunately, it was evident that stockpeople are underpaid (57% of participants making between $10–15/hr) and overworked (76% of participants working 50+ hrs/wk). Survey responses identified critical role-dependent knowledge gaps and biases. A disconnect was observed among compensation, workload, and the duration of time stockpeople spend interacting with cattle. Increasing industry investment in feedyard employees and providing breed-specific and employee role-specific education may promote an encouraging workplace that ensures cattle experience good welfare.

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Effectiveness of Self Instructional Module (Sim) on Knowledge Regarding Alzheimer's Disease

Journal of Universal College of Medical Sciences ◽

10.3126/jucms.v4i2.19088 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 4 (2) ◽

pp. 25-29

Author(s):

Nira Neupane ◽

M. Vijaya lakshmi

Keyword(s):

Alzheimer’S Disease ◽

Alzheimer's Disease ◽

Student Nurses ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Nursing Management ◽

Adequate Knowledge ◽

Instructional Module ◽

Post Test ◽

Level Of Knowledge ◽

Test Level

INTRODUCTION: Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that causes severe deterioration of functional and cognitive abilities. As the leading cause of dementia in adults, it affects one in every 10 people who are more than 65 years of age. There is a vital need for student nurses with knowledge of Alzheimer's disease to provide high quality care for the growing number of patients. The use of effective nursing interventions for the management of Alzheimer's disease can help student nurses promote independence and quality of life for Alzheimer's disease patients. Thus this study is under taken to assess the effectiveness of the self instructional module (SIM) on nursing management of client with Alzheimer's disease among 4th year B. Sc. (N) students.MATERIALS AND METHODS: A quantitative evaluative research approach with pre experimental one group pre test and post test research design & non probability purposive sampling technique was used to select the 60 samples of B.Sc. (N) 4th year students. Self administered structured knowledge questionnaire were used to collect the information from the study samples. The prepared tool was validated by the experts and the reliability was established. The study was conducted in R.V. College of Nursing and Vidyakirana Institute of Nursing Sciences, Bangalore. The data was analyzed by descriptive and inferential statistics using SPSS version 19.RESULTS: Findings of the study shown that, the overall mean percentage pre test level of knowledge of B.Sc. Nursing 4th year studentswas 62.08%, and the pre test knowledge score was 35(58.33%) respondents were having moderately adequate knowledge, 13(21.67%) had inadequate knowledge and 12(20%) were having adequate knowledge regarding nursing management of clients with Alzheimer's disease. In the post test overall mean percentage post test level of knowledge was 84.37%. The post test knowledge score was 54(90%) respondents were having adequate knowledge and 06(10%) had moderately adequate knowledge after the administration of SIM. The overall obtained ''t'' value of knowledge 15.6 is highly significant at P< 0.01 level. The obtained chi-square value showed significant association between the pre test level of knowledge and certain socio demographical variables; gender (χ2 =5.12, df =1, p<0.05) and sources of information (χ2 =4.82, df=1, p<0.05). However, it did not show any significant association with other demographic variables of 4th Year B. Sc. (N) students.CONCLUSION: Findings of the study showed that majority of the student nurses were moderately adequate knowledge before administering the SIM. The SIM facilitated them to gain more knowledge regarding nursing management of client's with Alzheimer's disease which was evident in post test knowledge scores. Hence SIM was an effective strategy for providing information and to improve knowledge of students' nurses.Journal of Universal College of Medical Sciences (2016)Vol.04 No.02 Issue 14, page: 25-29

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A Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) among Nursing Students at NUINS.

Journal of Health and Allied Sciences NU ◽

10.1055/s-0040-1708657 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 06 (03) ◽

pp. 24-26

Author(s):

Sunanda B. ◽

Sabitha Nayak

Keyword(s):

Nursing Students ◽

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome ◽

Student Nurses ◽

Research Approach ◽

Level Of Knowledge ◽

Level Of Significance ◽

Descriptive Survey ◽

Source Of Information ◽

Ovarian Syndrome ◽

Structured Questionnaire

AbstractPolycystic ovarian syndrome is an endocrine disorder which affects the adolescent girls. It has been found through studies that it affects around 5% to 10% of women in their reproductive years. The study was conducted to assess the knowledge on the polycystic ovarian syndrome among the student nurses. The data was collected from the nursing students by using structured questionnaire. The data collected from 150 samples in Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences. Descriptive survey research approach was adopted and data was analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Distribution of the samples on demographic characteristics revealed that 85% of the samples were in the age group of 21-25years, 75% of the samples were Christians, 82% of the samples were consuming mixed diet, and 92% samples had regular menstrual cycle. 76% of the samples were with average knowledge and 10.7% with good knowledge regarding polycystic ovarian syndrome. Hence the study concluded that Source of information, consumption of junk food, dietary patterns of the students were associated with their level of knowledge on PCOS at 5% level of significance.

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66 Future-proofing the feedyard workforce: Survey of Texas beef cattle stockpeople indicates positive attitudes towards animals and the workplace while highlighting opportunities for improvement

Journal of Animal Science ◽

10.1093/jas/skz053.005 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 97 (Supplement_1) ◽

pp. 3-3

Author(s):

Emily E Ridge ◽

Ron Gill ◽

Courtney L Daigle

Keyword(s):

Beef Cattle ◽

Critical Role ◽

Multiple Choice Questions ◽

Timely Manner ◽

Positive Attitudes ◽

Experience Good ◽

Multiple Comparison Procedure ◽

Survey Responses ◽

Industry Investment ◽

Specific Education

Abstract A survey was administered to Texas cattle feedyard employees (n = 111) from 31 different operations measuring stockperson perception, job satisfaction, and socioeconomic status using Likert statements and multiple-choice questions. Differences among employment roles (manager, pen rider, processor, doctor) were evaluated using a Kruskal-Wallis test followed by a Multiple Comparison procedure. Managers more strongly agreed that “beef cattle are not dirty” than doctors (P = 0.03) and that “cattle behavior is affected by the way we treat them” than pen riders (P = 0.002) or processors (P = 0.01). Managers were less likely than doctors, pen riders and processors to believe they have too many cattle to look after (P = 0.05, P = 0.006 and P = 0.01, respectively). Pen riders reported less confidence in performing euthanasia than doctors (P = 0.02) and managers (P = 0.02), and, along with processors, agreed that cattle were not always euthanized in a timely manner (P = 0.02 and P = 0.02, respectively). While all roles viewed Holstein cattle unfavorably (P < 0.001), processors viewed them more positively than pen riders (P = 0.05) and managers (P = 0.001). Socioeconomic results showed that Texas feedyards have a dedicated, passionate workforce, with 43% of participants having worked in the industry for 9+ years and 49% of participants working at cattle feedyards because they enjoy working with animals. Unfortunately, it was evident that stockpeople are underpaid (57% of participants making between $10–15/hr) and overworked (76% of participants working 50+ hrs/wk). Survey responses identified critical role-dependent knowledge gaps and biases. A disconnect was observed among compensation, workload, and the duration of time stockpeople spend interacting with cattle. Increasing industry investment in feedyard employees and providing breed-specific and employee role-specific education may promote an encouraging workplace that ensures cattle experience good welfare.

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Radiographers’ knowledge regarding patients’ ionizing radiation doses during common radiological procedures in Saudi Arabia

Radioprotection ◽

10.1051/radiopro/2019048 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 55 (1) ◽

pp. 55-60 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

F.M. Aldhafeeri

Keyword(s):

Saudi Arabia ◽

Radiation Dose ◽

Radiation Doses ◽

Multiple Choice Questions ◽

Effective Radiation Dose ◽

X Ray ◽

Level Of Knowledge ◽

Survey Responses ◽

Radiological Procedures ◽

Radiological Examinations

To evaluate the level of knowledge and awareness regarding radiation doses from common radiological examinations among 100 radiographers working in different hospitals across Saudi Arabia, a questionnaire comprising 21 multiple-choice questions was electronically distributed to 180 radiographers working in medical imaging departments in various hospitals in Saudi Arabia. Participants were instructed to estimate the radiation dose administrated to patients during common radiological procedures. I received 100 survey responses. Only 13% (n = 13) of the participants correctly identified the effective radiation dose from 1-view chest and abdominal X-ray, whereas 7% (n = 7) correctly identified the dose from 2-view chest X-ray. Approximately half of the participants underestimated the patient dose from head and abdominal computed tomography and 2-view unilateral mammogram. Moreover, 17–26% correctly estimated the patient’s risk of fatal cancer from common radiological procedures. These results revealed a remarkably low level of knowledge among radiographers regarding radiation dose and risks. The vast majority of radiographers underestimated radiation doses and associated risks from common radiological examinations. The number of bachelor’s programs in Saudi Arabia has been extremely limited in the past decade. Most radiographers hold a diploma degree, which does not include any courses on radiation dose or protection. Continuous professional development in radiation safety is required to practice radiography.

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