scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes, and Motivations towards Blood Donation among King Abdulaziz Medical City Population

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Najd Alfouzan
Keyword(s):  
Blood Donation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Motivational Factors ◽  
Medical Procedure ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Public Areas ◽  
Medical City ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Background. Blood donation is remarkably safe medical procedure. However, attitudes, beliefs, and level of knowledge may affect it. Objectives. To measure the level of knowledge regarding blood donation, find out positive and negative attitudes, identify the obstacles, and suggest some motivational factors. Methodology. A cross-sectional study was conducted at King Abdulaziz Medical City (KAMC). Participants were selected by convenient nonrandom sampling technique. A self-created questionnaire was used for data collection. Results. The study included 349 individuals. About 45.8% of the participants claimed that they have a history of blood donation. Reported causes for not donating blood were blood donation not crossing their mind (52.4%), no time for donation (45%), and difficulty in accessing blood donation center (41.3%). Reported motivating factors for donating blood were one day off (81.4%), mobile blood donation caravans in public areas (79.1%), token gifts (31.5%), and finally paying money (18.9%). Conclusion. People in the age group 31–50 years, males, higher education and military were more likely to donate blood as well as People who showed higher knowledge level and positive attitude towards blood donation. More educational programs to increase the awareness in specific targeted populations and also to focus on some motivational factors are recommended.

scholarly journals RELIABILITY OF MODIFICATION QUESTIONNAIRE OF KNOWLEDGE LEVEL ABOUT ANEMIA IN ADOLESCENT

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Kusuma Wijaya Ridi Putra ◽  
Riesmiyatiningdyah Riesmiyatiningdyah ◽  
Agus Sulistyowati
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Boarding School ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Reliability Test ◽  
Knowledge Level ◽  
Cronbach’S Alpha ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Cronbach's Alpha ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Introduction: The problem that is often experienced by young women is anemia. This anemia condition causes them to feel lethargic, dizzy, and a pale face. This situation causes them to be less eager to carry out activities and interfere with their learning concentration. Objective: This study aimed to determine the reliability test results of the questionnaire on the level of knowledge about anemia in adolescents. Methods: This study used a cross-sectional study method. This research was conducted on February 28, 2021. The study population was all adolescents in the Islamic Boarding School of Tahfizh Putri Alfirdaus Hidayatullah, Sekardangan, Sidoarjo. The sampling technique used was total sampling. The sample size of the study was 24 adolescents. This study used a modified questionnaire for adolescent knowledge about anemia (Zulaekah, 2007). The questionnaire used in this study only used 8 items from the original questionnaire. The data analysis carried out was Mean, Standard Deviation, and Cronbach's Alpha. Results: Based on the results of the reliability test on the adolescent knowledge level questionnaire, it was found that Cronbach's Alpha was .594. This illustrates that the questionnaire is good enough to be used as an instrument in research. Conclusion: A modified questionnaire about the level of adolescent knowledge about anemia can be used in a study.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Practices Toward Routine Medical Checkup Among Middle-Aged and Elderly People of Riyadh

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 1310-1315
Author(s):  
Abdullah Basel AL-Kahil ◽  
Rajab Ali Khawaja ◽  
Ammar Yasser Kadri ◽  
Shahem Mohammad Abbarh,MBBS ◽  
Jalal Tarif Alakhras ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical Checkup ◽  
Health Authorities ◽  
Health Initiatives ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
High Level ◽  
Low Prevalence

Introduction: Routine checkup is a form of preventive medicine, it’s a helpful practice to promote health in the community. Studying the prevalence of routine checkup, awareness, influencing, and preventing factors for it in our community will be a helpful tool for the health authorities to promote among individuals. Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted in different locations of Riyadh using a convenience sampling technique, with sample size of 414 Saudi participants of both genders aged 36 years old and above. The data were collected through self-administered structured questionnaire with demographic variables, frequency of routine medical checkup, knowledge questions, factors that enhance or prevent individual to do routine checkup and best way to spread the awareness. Results: Two hundred eighty-eight (69.57%) participants knew well about routine checkup and 142 (34.3%) of them do routine medical checkup. “Lack of time” and “Laziness” were reported as the 2 most common preventing factors (46% and 45.2%), respectively, and most common reason that influenced their practice was “health concern” (77.5%) followed by “worry about chronic or serious illness” (32.4%). Participants believed that social networks (eg, twitter, Facebook, etc) and media (eg, TV, radio) are most effective ways to spread awareness of it in the community (53.86% and 52.89%, respectively). Conclusion: There was high level of knowledge on routine health checkup, but a low prevalence was observed in practice. Hence, more health initiatives should be taken for routine medical screening in the Saudi community.

scholarly journals Knowledge regarding sexual and reproductive health among adolescents in higher secondary school

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 35-41
Author(s):  
Kopila Shrestha ◽  
Shanti Awale
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Background: Adolescent reproductive health is one of the component of the reproductive health. It is most important issue in the world. Reproductive capability is taking place at an earlier age and adolescents are indulging in risk taking behaviors day by day. The objective of this study is to assess knowledge regarding sexual and reproductive health among adolescents. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in Kathmandu valley to assess the knowledge regarding sexual and reproductive health among adolescents. Total of 200 respondents were selected through non-probability purposive sampling technique. Self-administered written questionnaire was used for data collection. The collected data were analyzed by using descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation and inferential statistics such as Chi-square test. Results: The findings revealed that most of the respondents had knowledge regarding transmission and protection of HIV/AIDS and STIs but still some respondents had misconception regarding it. The statistical analysis revealed that the total mean knowledge score with standard deviation was 45.02±8.674. Nearly half of the respondents (49.5%) had moderate level of knowledge, followed by inadequate level of knowledge 29.5% and adequate level of knowledge 21.0% regarding sexual and reproductive health. There was statistically significant association of level of knowledge with area of residence (p-value 0.002). Conclusion: Nearly half of the respondents possess some knowledge about sexual and reproductive health but still effective educational intervention is required to increase their knowledge.

scholarly journals FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN KEJADIAN KECELAKAAN KERJA (Studi Pada Tenaga Kerja Bagian Produksi PT. Arto Metal Internasional Sidoarjo)

2013 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Havilia Ayu Haznany ◽  
Winarko .
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Injuries ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Workplace Accidents ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The Relationship

PT Arto Metal International is one of the metal components manufacturers, where theproduction processes are using machinaries which its operations may lead to accidents. One ofthe effects that can be caused by the production machines might happen if workers are notcareful, they might got pinched by plong engine, etched plates and exposed debris grams.Therefore, this study aims to determine the factors associated with the incidence of workplaceaccidents in this company.The methods used in this study were analytical methods, because this researchexamined the relationship between 2 (two) variables. Based on its times, this study wascategorized as cross-sectional study, due to variables such as risk factors and effect factorswere observed at the same time. Sampling technique was done by simple random sampling,and analysis was used to determine the relationship between 2 (two) variables using Chi Square.The results showed that employees injured at workplace as much as 94.3%. Theresults of analysis of Chi - Square showed that there were four variables significantlyassociated with the incidence of workplace accidents, they were the use of PPD to theincidence of occupational injuries (p value = 0.025), the level of knowledge to the incidence ofoccupational injuries (p value = 0.047), the ages to the incidence of occupational injuries (pvalue 0.025) and the length of services to the incidence of occupational injuries (p value0.005).Therefore, it is suggested that the company perform incident controlling actionswhether technically, administratively as well as adding a number of Personal ProtectiveDevices (PPD) for workers so that all workers can use it while working.Keywords: Workplace Accident, Personal Protective Devices

scholarly journals Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, Perception and Practices on Rabies Disease in the GA East Municipality, Ghana

2021 ◽  
pp. 26-36
Author(s):  
Oscar Vetsi ◽  
Eric Gyamfi ◽  
Emmanuel Yaw Sarfo-Twerefour
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Perceptions And Attitudes ◽  
Adequate Care ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Tetanus Vaccination ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Low Coverage ◽  
Rabies Vaccination

Background: Rabies is one of the neglected tropical zoonotic diseases caused by a virus. It belongs to the Rhabdoviridae [1]. It is a disease that is commonly found in animals but can easily effect human [2]. Where there are animal reservoirs, rabies is commonly spread. The general objective of this study to evaluate differences in knowledge, attitude and perception about rabies, among the residence in Ga East. Methods: A cross-sectional study was used in this study using purposive sampling technique. Data was collected by interviewing study participants using OKD Collection and also STATA version14.2 was used for data analysis Results: A total of 475 respondents were involved in the study with 354 (74.53%) males and 121(25.47%) as females. Of this, majority of the participants (93.47%) own a dog against 6.53% who did not own a dog. Dog is own in the community basically for security purposes (77.25%). Few own dog for leisure.  The study document less than 50% of the respondents [186 (39.16%)] resort to local drug stores drug store for first aid following a dog bit. Seeking veterinary attention (12.84%) and properly clearing of wound (8.84%) was not a common practice. Participants were of the opinion that tetanus vaccination should be done first (29.05%). Most of the participants have heard about rabies (96.42%) and showed various degree of knowledge on source of rabies, common animals associated with rabies, symptoms of rabies. Among some other practices, any identified rabid dog is killed as indicated by majority of the participants (52.63%). Most participants (71.58%) knew that rabies vaccination serves as preventive measures against rabies and further perceived all dogs must be vaccinated (38.32%). Of the total respondents, most (63.74%) never sent their dog for routine medical check-up nor vaccinated their dogs (70.95%). Conclusion: The study revered that dog owners do not provide adequate care for their dogs. In addition to low coverage of dog vaccination and human anti rabies vaccination in the community which poses a greater threat to the lives community, the potential for increased spread of the diseases is high due to inadequate level of knowledge, poor perceptions, and attitudes towards rabies.

scholarly journals Assessment of Knowledge and Practices of Voluntary Blood Donation Among Pharmacy Students; A Cross-Sectional Survey from Lahore, Pakistan

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 206-214
Author(s):  
Rida Asghar ◽  
Nageen Zeeshan ◽  
Ahmed Umer Sohaib ◽  
Abu Bakar Munir ◽  
Muhammad Arslan Amjad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Sector ◽  
Blood Donation ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Quantitative Survey ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Objective: To determine the current knowledge and practices regarding voluntary blood donation among pharmacy (Pharm-D) students of Lahore, Pakistan. Methods: A cross-sectional quantitative survey was performed among Pharm-D students of two private and two public sector universities of Lahore, Pakistan in January 2018. Total 600 students were included in the study by convenient sampling technique. Data was gathered by a self-administered well-designed questionnaire and was analyzed by using SPSS version 23. Results: The level of knowledge among majority respondents (61.3%) about different aspects of blood donation was found to be good. The results revealed that despite having good knowledge, a significant number of the respondents (65.2%) were not practicing blood donation. The major reasons identified for poor blood donation practice were inconvenient environment and lack of facilities for the donors. Conclusion: There exists a gap in converting the good knowledge of respondents into practice of voluntary blood donation. Effective programs should be initiated to promote and aware people regarding the necessity of blood donation.

Assessment of Factors Associated with Depression and Anxiety Among pwMS in Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saffanah Alsaeed ◽  
Nuha Alkhawajah ◽  
Salman Aljarallah ◽  
Rola Alarieh ◽  
Amani Abushaheen
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Physical Inactivity ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical City

Abstract Background. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory chronic disease that is characterized by an increased prevalence of adverse mental health outcomes in patients with MS (pwMS). The main aim of this study is to investigate the factors of depression and anxiety in pwMS in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Materials and Methods. This is a cross-sectional study conducted in KSA during the period from March to June 2020. Participants were recruited from the Neuroimmunology clinics in King Fahad Medical City (KFMC) and King Saud University medical city (KSUMC)in Riyadh City, KSA. The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) was used to measure depression and anxiety. Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS) was used to measure fatigue in pwMS. A simple random sampling technique was utilized to select participants and the data were analyzed using SPSS v.24.0. Results. A total of 529 participants participated in this study with a response rate of 53.1%. The prevalences of anxiety and depression were 35.3% and 19.7%, respectively. The findings also revealed that depression was more likely to be significantly affected by being male, low education, unemployment, physical inactivity, and fatigue but the anxiety was significantly affected by region, unemployment, short duration since last MS relapse, physical inactivity, and fatigue. Conclusion. Anxiety and depression are not uncommon in pwMS. Given their impact on the lives of affected patients, early detection and management of these symptoms and their associated factors are crucial.

Analysis of motivational factors, possible deterrents and actualities about blood donation in Zimbabwe

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kampira Vincent ◽  
Mashasha Maxwell ◽  
Chigidi Esther
Keyword(s):  
Blood Donation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Pharmaceutical Product ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Minimum Age ◽  
Correlation Tests ◽  
Support Rate ◽  
Self Administered Questionnaire ◽  
Good Attitude

Background: Blood is a body fluid responsible for transportation of nutrients, oxygen and metabolic waste. It is a non-pharmaceutical product obtained through voluntary donations. Blood transfusion is very important in the health system of any nation. Patients who are in need of blood donation expect the availability of adequate blood to satisfy their demands. Nevertheless, this is not so, mainly in third world countries like Zimbabwe where less than 6 people donate blood per 1000 populace. We need to deeply understand motivators, possible deterrents and available blood donor knowledge in order to have adequate regular voluntary non-remunerated blood donors. Methods: A cross sectional study of donors incorporating purposive sampling technique was used and a sample size of 465 was used. A self-administered questionnaire was used where donors were rating importance of: factors that motivate or deter their interest to donate blood and rate their blood donation knowledge. Statistical methods were used for reliability and correlation tests. Results: Most of the 465 participants were 1st time donors262(56.3%) and 203(43.7%) had some donation history. All donors endorsed that there exist factors that motivate them to donate blood which included the desire to help someone in need 386 (83%), good attitude of staff 419 (90%), reminders to donate381 (82%) and donor incentives 409 (88%) with their corresponding response rate. Six out of the nine suggested deterrents were endorsed as significant deterrents to blood donation. The corresponding support rate for each deterrent are absence of incentives 529(82%), poor attitude of staff 363(78%), myths and beliefs, 330(71%), feeling bad after donation, 251(54%) and the belief that blood will be sold 330(71%). Most people did not know the minimum age to donate blood as only 54 (11.61%) and only 168(36.13%) knew the correct interval between donations which should be 4 months. Only 171(36.77%) knew that blood expire. Conclusion: Our findings suggest that more donor drives needs to be taken educating people on blood donation, motivating donors to donate whenever there is blood shortage. Young donors are more attracted to concrete items as incentives and females donate more than males. Attitude of staff can motivate or demotivate donors to continue with this altruism gesture.

Motivational factors for blood donation in first-time donors and repeat donors: a cross-sectional study in West Pomerania

2017 ◽  
Vol 27 (6) ◽  
pp. 413-420 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Suemnig ◽  
U. Konerding ◽  
G. Hron ◽  
N. Lubenow ◽  
U. Alpen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Donation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Motivational Factors ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
First Time

scholarly journals Awareness and level of knowledge of Surgical Site Infection among Surgical Staff in King Abdullah Medical City in Hajj-2019: A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eman Bamoosa ◽  
Khalid Idris ◽  
Rufaydah Alsabbah ◽  
Ghali Faidah ◽  
Shahd Alharbi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Site Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Site Infection ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Microbial Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Surgical Subspecialty ◽  
Medical City ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Hajj Season

Abstract Background: Surgical site infection (SSI) is a microbial infection of the surgical wound during 30 days of any procedure or within 1 year after the operation. More than 1,600 operations are performed in Makkah during Hajj every year. Many studies examined SSI awareness internationally but up to our knowledge non studies were conducted in Makkah. The purpose of this study is to assess the level of knowledge about SSI among Surgical staff in KAMC during Hajj. Methods: A cross-sectional study conducted to assess the Awareness and level of knowledge of Surgical Site Infection among Surgical Staff in King Abdullah Medical City those who had been participating in healthcare provider team of Hajj season of 2019 using a 20-item anonymous multiple-choice questionnaire Result: About 39.2% of respondents had poor knowledge, 50% had fair knowledge while only 13.7% had good knowledge. There was a relationship between years of experience and level of knowledge. Surgical subspecialty was not associated with the level of knowledge. Almost 20% of respondents did not recognize the SSI definition. There was no association between surgical subspecialty and the level of knowledge. Doctors were more aware than nurses about epidemiological part questions. Age of Surgical Staff was associated with and level of knowledge.Conclusion: Level of knowledge among Surgical Staff needs reinforcement on a larger scale thus we recommend proper awareness courses regarding SSI.

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