scholarly journals Possible Future Career Challenges and Associated Factors among Dental Students and Interns

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Fita ◽  
Faris Alshuraim ◽  
Abdullah Almulhim ◽  
Jehan AlHumaid ◽  
Muhanad Alhareky ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Private Clinic ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Future Career ◽  
Dental Profession ◽  
Senior Students ◽  
Specialty Program

Background. Dental students face a variety of challenges as they enter the dental profession. The study aimed at assessing dental students’ opinions about their perceived future career challenges in the dental profession and the associated factors. Materials and Methods. This cross-sectional study of 637 students representing different public and private dental colleges was conducted in Saudi Arabia. The participants responded to a pretested questionnaire conducted online. Results. There were 59.7% (n = 380) of males and 40.3% (n = 257) of females, and the mean age of the students was 21.80 (±2.14) years. The majority of participants thought that they will have difficulties in establishing their private clinic (63.9%) and finding a government job (>60%). Senior students were more likely to perceive getting a government job (OR = 1.79, P=0.02), securing an admission into specialty program (OR = 2.75, P=0.001), and establishing a private dental clinic (OR = 2.51, P=0.001) as future career challenges than junior students. Similarly, female gender was associated with increased perception of challenges about finding a government job (OR = 1.911, P=0.002), getting an admission into specialty program (OR = 1.5, P=0.038), and establishing a private clinic (OR = 2.02, P=0.001). In addition, low academic score and low level of father’s education were associated with increased odds of perceiving challenges of finding a government job and getting an admission into specialty programs. Conclusions. Establishing a private clinic and getting a government job were the most common career challenges. Senior students, female students, and students with low academic scores had increased likelihood of facing employment and academic-related difficulties.

scholarly journals Prevalence of anxiety in patients admitted to a university hospital in southern Brazil and associated factors

2013 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 644-657 ◽  
Author(s):  
Inês Gullich ◽  
Andrews Barcellos Ramos ◽  
Tiago Rafael Anschau Zan ◽  
Cíntia Scherer ◽  
Raúl Andrés Mendoza-Sassi
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Clinical Ward ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Prevalence Ratios

Objective: To identify the prevalence of anxiety in adults hospitalized in the clinical ward of a university hospital and to analyze the possible associated factors. Method: A cross-sectional study was performed in a university hospital. All interviewees answered a specific questionnaire and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. A Poisson regression was used to calculate prevalence ratios with 95% confidence intervals. Results: 282 patients were enrolled. The prevalence of anxiety was 33.7% (95%CI 28.2 - 39.3). Characteristics associated with the outcome were female gender (RP 2.44), age ≥ 60 years (PR 0.65), consultation in primary health care (PR 2.37), estimated time of contact between patient and student > 30 min (RP 1.36), high blood pressure (PR 1.57), diabetes mellitus (PR 1.43), and obesity (RP 1.43). Conclusion: This study found prevalence of high anxiety. It may be associated with certain characteristics of the patients (gender, age, chronic diseases); the medical appointment in primary care and time (estimated by the patient) that the student remained with this patient. The need for a focused approach to mental health care within the hospital has been discussed for a long time. The particularity of this study refers to the environment of a university hospital and to what extent the environment and the patient's relationship with the student are associated with higher prevalence of anxiety.

scholarly journals 1515Screened blood pressure and its associated factors among adolescents

2021 ◽  
Vol 50 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rim Ghammem ◽  
Sarrah Soua ◽  
Nawel Zammit ◽  
Siheme Ben Fredj ◽  
Cyrine Ben Nasrallah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Background Hypertension (HTN) could have its origin in childhood and remain undetected unless a special screening is done during this period. We conducted this study to determine the screened HTN prevalence in adolescents and its associated factors, in order to increase the awareness on this subject and lead the state to make preventive strategies. Methods A cross-sectional study was carried among secondary school students in Sousse, Tunisia, during 2017-2018 school year. Blood pressure and anthropometric indices were measured. A structured questionnaire was used to collect information about socio demographic characteristics, lifestyle, addictive behavior and mental health status. Results A total of 1399 adolescents participated in the study. The prevalence of screened HTN was 15.6% (95% CI[13.8% -17.5%]). It was significantly higher in boys (23.1%) than in girls (10.7%; p ≤ 10-3). After binary logistic regression, positively associated factors to screened HTN in total population were: obesity (aOR=3.69; p ≤ 10-3), and overweight (aOR=1.7; p ≤ 10-3). Female gender (aOR=0.4; p ≤ 10-3), School failure (aOR=0.64; p = 0.014) and depression (aOR=0.67;p=0.017) were negatively associated to screened HTN. Conclusions Our study showed an alarming prevalence of high blood pressure among secondary school adolescents in our Low Middle Income Country and that it was mainly associated with weight excess. This emphasizes the emergent need of a comprehensive strategy for the prevention and control of hypertension and NCD risk factors among youth. Key messages Hypertension is an alarming emerging problem among youth in LMIC The emergent need of an effective strategy to prevent NCD risk factors in LMIC Keywords Hypertension Prevalence - Adolescent lifestyle- behavior, addictive - mental health

scholarly journals Moderate hyperopia prevalence and associated factors among elementary school students

2015 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 1449-1458 ◽  
Author(s):  
Victor Delpizzo Castagno ◽  
Anaclaudia Gastal Fassa ◽  
Manuel Augusto Pereira Vilela ◽  
Rodrigo Dalke Meucci ◽  
Deiner Paulo Martins Resende
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Multivariable Analysis ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
White Skin ◽  
Close Range ◽  
Age Range

Hyperopia is the most common refractive condition in childhood. There are few studies on moderate hyperopia and associated factors. This study aims to investigate the prevalence of moderate hyperopia and associated factors among school children. A cross-sectional study comprising 1,032 students attending 1st to 8th grades at two public schools was conducted in a Southern Brazilian urban area in 2012. Cycloplegia was used to examine both eyes and refractive error was measured through auto-refraction. A socioeconomic and cultural questionnaire was administered. Multivariable analysis was performed through Poisson regression. Moderate hyperopia prevalence was 13.4% (95% CI, 11.2-15.4) and 85% of these did not wear glasses. Age was inversely associated with moderate hyperopia, while female gender RP = 1.39 (95%CI, 1.02 - 1.90) and white skin RP = 1.66 (95%CI, 1.04 - 2.66) were risk factors for this outcome. This study makes progress in estimating mild and moderate hyperopia prevalence both by age range and specific age. It emphasizes how the lack of this condition being corrected in southern Brazil is a serious problem. It highlights the importance of detailing and characterizing the amount of time spent on close-range, long-range and outdoor activities.

scholarly journals Burnout Prevalence and Associated Factors Among Brazilian Medical Students

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 188-195 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mariana Linhares Barbosa ◽  
Bárbara Lopes Rodrigues Ferreira ◽  
Thaís Nunes Vargas ◽  
George Martins Ney da Silva ◽  
Antonio Egidio Nardi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Emotional Exhaustion ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Maslach Burnout Inventory ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Burnout Syndrome ◽  
Student Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

Objectives: This study aims to identify the prevalence of burnout and associated factors in Brazilian medical students. Methods: In the largest medical school from Central Brazil, the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Student Survey and a socio-demographic questionnaire were adopted in this cross-sectional study. Correlations among the three dimensions of burnout were verified. Results: The evaluation of 399 students revealed a frequency of 12.0% of burnout. Women had a higher rate of burnout (8.0%) than men (4.0%). The fifth period had the higher frequency of burnout (27.1%), while the seventh grade had the lower frequency (2.1%). The students showed high scores only in emotional exhaustion (63.2%). Between the dimensions “emotional exhaustion” and “disbelief” found a significant correlation. Conclusion: The fifth period of the Medicine course and the female gender are the most affected by burnout syndrome and therefore, the preventive actions to reduce stress among medical students should be directed mainly at these higher risk categories. The low burnout rate found in our study can attest that the PBL methodology and medical schools strategically located to meet regional demand may represent strategies for the prevention of burnout among medical students.

scholarly journals Arterial hypertension and associated factors in patients submitted to myocardial revascularization

2015 ◽  
Vol 49 (2) ◽  
pp. 0201-0208 ◽  
Author(s):  
Flávia Cortez Colósimo ◽  
Alexandre Gonçalves de Sousa ◽  
Gilmara Silveira da Silva ◽  
Raquel Ferrari Piotto ◽  
Angela Maria Geraldo Pierin
Keyword(s):  
Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Myocardial Revascularization ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Modifiable Factors ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Artery Disease

OBJECTIVE To identify the prevalence of arterial hypertension and associated factors in patients submitted to myocardial revascularization. METHOD Cross-sectional study using the database of a hospital in São Paulo (SP, Brazil) containing 3010 patients with coronary artery disease submitted to myocardial revascularization. A multiple logistic regression was performed to identify variables independently associated with hypertension (statistical significance: p<0.05). RESULTS Prevalence of hypertension was 82.8%. After the variables were adjusted, the associated factors were as follows: age, odds ratio (OR): OR=1.01; 95% confidence interval (CI): CI:1.00-1.02; female gender: (OR=1.77;CI:1.39-2.25); brown-skin race: (OR=1.53;CI:1.07-2.19); obesity: (OR=1.53;CI:1.13-2.06); diabetes: (OR=1.90;CI:1.52-2.39); dyslipidemia: (OR=1.51;CI:1.23-1.85); and creatinine>1.3: (OR=1.37;CI:1.09-1.72). CONCLUSION A high prevalence of arterial hypertension and association with both non-modifiable and modifiable factors was observed.

scholarly journals Musculoskeletal Disorders in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Majjad ◽  
Y. Errahali ◽  
H. Toufik ◽  
J. H Djossou ◽  
M. A. Ghassem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Vascular Complications ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Patients With Diabetes

Introduction. A variety of musculoskeletal disorders (MS) have been associated with diabetes mellitus (DM). This study aimed at assessing the prevalence and associated factors of MS disorders in Moroccan diabetic patients. Methods. A cross-sectional study enrolled consecutive patients with DM. We recorded demographic features of patients and characteristics of DM. MS disorders and vascular complications were assessed by clinical examinations and investigations. Associated factors of MS disorders were assessed by univariate and multivariate analyses. Result. 376 subjects were included; 84.6% had type 2 DM. The participants’ median age was 54 years [45–62]; 41% had one or more vascular complications. 34.4% had one or more MS disorders. Osteoarthritis was present in 19.4% of patients. Hand disorders were seen in 14.4%. Shoulder capsulitis was present in 12.5%. Long duration of diabetes and dyslipidemia were associated with increased prevalence of hand abnormalities (P=0.017; P=0.019, respectively). Age and dyslipidemia were associated with shoulder capsulitis (P=0.019; P=0.047, respectively). Female gender, overweight, and nephropathy were associated with increased odds of osteoarthritis (P=0.009, P=0.004, and P=0.032, respectively). Conclusion. MS disorders are frequent in this population and associated with various factors. HbA1c level does not appear to be associated with development of MS disorders.

scholarly journals Intraoral findings in newborns: prevalence and associated factors

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
pp. e181344
Author(s):  
Cláudia Lobelli Chandler ◽  
Isabelita Duarte Azevedo ◽  
Manoelito Ferreira Silva Junior ◽  
Johnnatas Mikael Lopes ◽  
Manuel Antonio Gordón-Núñez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Systemic Disease ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Lamina ◽  
Mother’S Age

Aim: To investigate the prevalence of intraoral characteristics and associated factors with neonatal and parent variables in a group of Brazilian newborns. Methods: This cross-sectional study with a descriptive and inferential approach, whose data was obtained through clinical examination, interview and the collection of medical record information. The sample was selected from babies up to three days old, of both sexes, and born between January and December 2013 in the Ana Bezerra University Hospital, in the city of Santa Cruz-RN, Brazil. The exposure variables included neonatal (sex, weight, gestational age, type of delivery and Apgar score) and parent (presence of systemic disease(s), drug use and consanguinity between the parents) variables. Descriptive analysis and Poisson regression were performed to estimate the ratio of gross and adjusted prevalence of intraoral findings (Epstein pearls, Bohn’s nodule, dental lamina cyst and ankyloglossia) with the neonatal and parent variables (p<0.05). Results: Of a total of 168 examined newborns, 56.5% (n=95) were male. The most prevalent intraoral feature was the fibrous cord of Magitot, 62.5% (n=105), and the most frequent alteration was Epstein pearls, 44.6% (n=75). Female gender was a factor for Bohn’s nodule (OR=0.90; 95%CI:0.82-0.99), and no tobacco use by the father was a protective factor for Epstein pearls (OR=0.73;95%CI:0.55-0.97). Additionally, lower mother’s age, between 20-34 years  of age (OR=1.58;95%CI:1.07-2.35) and under 19 years of age (OR=1.61; 95%CI:1.03-2.52) increases the chance of having Epstein pearls. Conclusion: There was a high prevalence of alterations in the newborns’ oral cavities and there were associations between neonatal and parent variables.

scholarly journals Career Development Plans of Dental Students at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Tanzania

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 233
Author(s):  
Matilda Mtaya Mlangwa ◽  
Mona Matiko
Keyword(s):  
Career Development ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Maxillofacial Surgery ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Future Career ◽  
Development Plans

<p><em>Examining dental students’ career development plans<strong> </strong>contributes to understanding of their professional expectations and planning of human resource for health within a health system. This study aimed to investigate the career development plans of Dental students at the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS). A cross-sectional study was performed by utilizing self-administered questionnaires, as data collecting tools. The questionnaires were distributed to all Dental students who participated in the study in 2014 (n=100). In the survey, s</em><em>tudents were asked about their socio-demographic characteristics, career development plans, future intensions and their areas of choice for their future career. The survey revealed that most students had decisive thoughts and sufficient knowledge about their future career. Majority of the students planned to practice as Dental professionals in Tanzania (39%), particularly in urban areas (chosen by 83%). Also, many students (72%) preferred to become prospective clinical scientists, especially in the fields of “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” and “Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics”. In the survey, the role of socio-demographic factors on students’ career development plans was also identified.<strong> </strong>Where, most female students compared to males reported that they prefer to work in urban areas. Additionally, many older students than younger ones favored to pursue clinical sciences in future. Although this study showed various perspectives regarding career development plans of Dental students in Tanzania, Universities need to ascertain professional counseling sessions and mentorship programs so that most students will be able to make informed decisions on their future career. Ultimately, the understanding of Dental students’ career development plans will facilitate planning of human resource for oral health and ensure their availability in many areas of Tanzania.</em></p>

scholarly journals Prevalence of depressive symptoms and associated factors among dental students: A cross sectional study

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 16-22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bhavna Sabbarwal ◽  
Manjunath P. Puranik ◽  
K. R. Sowmya
Keyword(s):  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Depression Score ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Medical Illness ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Academic Factors ◽  
Prevalence Of Depression

Background: Depression is a common mental health problem which affects all strata of life. As a result of the increase in competitiveness, there is a need to pay attention toward the presence and level of depression among students. Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the depressive symptoms and its associated factors among clinical dental students in Bengaluru city. Settings and Design: A cross-sectional study was conducted among third and final years dental students (n = 200) randomly selected from four dental colleges in Bengaluru city. Materials and Methods: A self-administered questionnaire was used to assess depressive symptoms using Beck’s Depression Inventory. Statistical Analysis Used: Association of depression with non-academic and academic factors was assessed using the Chi-square test. Student’s t-test was used to compare mean depression scores among study years. P < 0.05 was considered as significant. Results: The prevalence of depression was found to be 49%. Significantly higher proportion of females (57.0%) had depression compared to males (43.0%) (P = 0.04). Mean depression score was higher among final year dental students (16.10 ± 9.76) compared to third year (13.77 ± 6.85) (P = 0.05). Level of severity of depression was significantly associated with the year of study (P < 0.001). Among non-academic and academic factors; the problem with friends, medical illness, and lack of interest in the course, fear of failure, respectively, was significantly associated with depression. Conclusion: Depression was evident considerably among dental students. The prevalence of depression was higher among females and final year students.

scholarly journals SMARTPHONE USAGE TIME, POSTURE OF THE CERVICAL REGION, AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS IN TEENAGE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (18) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Paula Vasconcellos Abdon ◽  
Paula Pessoa de Brito Nunes ◽  
Nylla Kettilla Freitas Diógenes Medeiros ◽  
Cesário Rui Callou Filho ◽  
Letícia Cristina Paiva Tavares ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cervical Region ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Horizontal Alignment ◽  
Postural Alignment ◽  
Smartphone Use ◽  
The Relationship

Objective: This study aimed to assess the relationship between smartphone usage time and postural alignment in teenage university students and the associated factors. Methods: We carried out a cross-sectional study with 133 teenage university students (18-19 years old) between April and November 2018 in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil. Questionnaires were used to collect information on socioeconomic status, health conditions, smartphone usage time and level of physical activity. The alignment of the cervical region was assessed using photogrammetry in anatomical position and while texting on the smartphone. Horizontal alignment of the head (HAH), horizontal alignment of the acromion (HAA) and vertical alignment of the head (VAH) were measured. Bivariate and multivariate analyses were performed to check for factors associated with smartphone usage time (>6 hours a day). Results: There were higher rates of girls (66.9%; n=89), people in the lower social class (71.4%; n=95), frequent drinkers (66.9%; n=89), people who complained of headache (83.5%; n=111) and people who used smartphones for more than 6 hours a day (72.9%; n=97). The multivariate analysis showed an association of smartphone usage time (>6 hours a day) with cervical anteriorization, estimated by measuring the VAH (OR=1.053; p=0.007 – left side), female gender (OR=2.729; p=0.046), frequent drinking (OR=2.636; p=0.038) and complaint of headache (OR=5.617; p=0.002). Conclusions: There was a high percentage of adolescents who excessively used smartphones for more than 6 hours a day. Prolonged smartphone use was associated with female gender, alcohol consumption, headache and changes in cervical alignment.

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