scholarly journals Conceptions of learning factors in postgraduate health sciences master students: a comparative study with non-health science students and between genders

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fernando Campos ◽  
Miguel Sola ◽  
Antonio Santisteban-Espejo ◽  
Ariane Ruyffelaert ◽  
Antonio Campos-Sánchez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Study ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Conceptions Of Learning ◽  
Health Science Students ◽  
Learning Factors

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude, and Willingness Toward Kidney Donation Among Health Sciences Students at King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raghad Sharaan ◽  
Sara Alsulami ◽  
Raneem Arab ◽  
Ghida Alzeair ◽  
Nadia Elamin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
General Population ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Student Population ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Kidney Donation ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Continuous Increase ◽  
Health Science Students ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Health Sciences Students

Background: End-stage renal disease, as one of the most serious and major health problems, does not have many treatment options available. One of the best treatment modalities used to cure this debilitating disease is kidney transplantation. However, with the continuous increase in number of patients diagnosed with it, there is not enough supply of the organ. The aim of our study is to assess knowledge about, attitude toward, and willingness to donate kidney among health science students at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University in comparison to the general population in Jeddah and to investigate the factors that play a role on their willingness.Methods: This is an observational, analytical, cross-sectional study design conducted in 2019. Two target populations were included: King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences students and the general population in Jeddah. Data were collected via a self-administered, close-ended, structured, and previously validated questionnaire that contained 39 items divided into four sections. SPSS program version 22 was used in data analysis.Results: Out of 685 surveyed participants, 179 (26.1%) were willing to donate their kidney, with students showing a higher rate of willingness (N = 101; 32.3%) than the general population (N = 78; 21%). However, only 46 (6.7%) out of the total population hold an organ donor card. In bivariate analysis, it was found that knowledge significantly associated with a higher rate of willingness among the student population than the general population, while positive beliefs were associated with increased willingness in the general population than students. Positive attitude appeared to play a role in higher willingness among the general population and student population.Conclusion: There is a low perception of awareness regarding kidney donation in both populations of this study. The willingness rate of health science students at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University and the general population was low when compared with other studies conducted internationally.

scholarly journals COVID-19 Vaccination Acceptance among Health Science Students in Morocco: A Cross-Sectional Study

Vaccines ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 1451
Author(s):  
Mohamed Khalis ◽  
Mouna Boucham ◽  
Amy Luo ◽  
Abdelghafour Marfak ◽  
Soukaina Saad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Vaccine Uptake ◽  
Attitudes And Beliefs ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Health Science Students

While students in the health sciences occupy pivotal roles in the Moroccan COVID-19 response and vaccination campaigns, factors associated with COVID-19 vaccine acceptability among students have not been reported. This study aimed to determine the willingness and identify predictive attitudes and beliefs of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance among health science students in Morocco. A cross-sectional, self-administered online questionnaire was conducted among students of the Mohammed VI University of Health Sciences in Casablanca, Morocco in January 2021. In total, 1272 students participated. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression models were used to calculate odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals. Overall, 26.9% of participants reported being willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Between genders, male students were more likely to accept the vaccine. Regarding individual attitudes and beliefs about COVID-19 infection, students with greater confidence in COVID-19 information, and higher perceived likelihood and perceived severity of infection were more likely to be willing to get the vaccine. Concerning a COVID-19 vaccine, students who reported lower levels of perceived harm and higher levels of perceived vaccine effectiveness were more willing to get vaccinated. Our findings help guide future efforts to tailor communication and identify strategies to increase COVID-19 vaccine uptake among students.

scholarly journals Study Habits of Health Science Students at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

SAGE Open ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 215824401877809 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdullah Baothman ◽  
Hatim AlJefri ◽  
Sajiga Agha ◽  
Muhammad Anwar Khan
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Study Habits ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Health Science Students

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices towards Medication Use among Health Care Students in King Saud University

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 66-69 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdullah T. Eissa
Keyword(s):  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Medication Use ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Science Students ◽  
King Saud University ◽  
Health Science Students ◽  
Health Sciences Students

Background: Health sciences students are expected to have appropriate knowledge and attitudes toward medication use. However, literary evidence of such expertise among health sciences students of King Saud University is unknown. This study was completed to assess the knowledge about medicines and behavior of health science students towards safe use of medications. It also aims to assess the health knowledge, attitude and practices of the students. Methods: This cross-sectional study used a questionnaire consisting of 24 questions. This was administered by the researcher between October and December 2009 in the colleges of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, applied medical science and nursing of the King Saud University. The survey consisted of three parts: Ten questions assessed the students’ knowledge on drug safety (Part 1). Four questions assessed student attitude toward medication consultations by the pharmacist (Part 2) and ten questions involved medication use practices and consultation with pharmacists (Part 3). A stratified sampling method was used to select participants. Results: Pharmacy students had better medication knowledge compared to other health sciences students especially regarding antihypertensive drugs, antibiotics, paracetamol and antacids (p<0.05). Pharmacy students showed a positive attitude regarding the trustworthiness of a pharmacist to give a consultation. Nearly all other health science students showed a negative attitude about dispensing and consultation concerning nutritional supplements by a pharmacist. All health sciences students had a similar per­ception toward medication use and practice. Conclusion: Pharmacy students had better knowledge about medication practice compared to other health sciences students. All other health sciences students lacked the appropriate attitude and practice related to the safe use of medications

scholarly journals Anxiety and Depression Among Health Sciences Students in Home Quarantine During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Selected Provinces of Nepal

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajesh Kumar Yadav ◽  
Sushila Baral ◽  
Elina Khatri ◽  
Sony Pandey ◽  
Pawan Pandeya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Geographical Area ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Science Students ◽  
Health Sciences Students ◽  
The Impact

Aim: This study aimed to assess anxiety and depression among health sciences students at home quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic in selected provinces of Nepal.Methods: A web-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 409 health science students enrolled at graduate and post-graduate levels in selected universities and their affiliated colleges. Students from selected colleges were asked to fill out a survey, that was made available through email and social media outlets such as Facebook and Viber. The data were downloaded in Excel and imported to SPSS version 16 for analysis.Results : The prevalence of anxiety and depression was 15.7 and 10.7%, respectively. The study showed significant associations between (i) place of province and anxiety; (ii) sleep per day and depression; (iii) hours spent on the internet per day for education and depression; (iv) postponement of final exams and depression. There were no significant associations with the socio-demographic variables.Conclusion: Anxiety and depression in health science students showed correlation with the province, internet use for education, and postponement of exams. These correlations could be common among students in other fields as well. A large-scale study covering a wider geographical area and various fields of education is necessary to further evaluate the impact of COVID-19 on (health sciences) students. The integration of mental health programs both as an intervention and a curriculum level among students is critical to ensure the health of the students.

scholarly journals Knowledge regarding 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) infection among final year health science students at Arbaminch College of Health Sciences, Southern Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Biruk Wogayehu ◽  
Wondimagegn Taye ◽  
Yilma chisha ◽  
Kahssay Faraja
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Poor Knowledge ◽  
Health Science Students ◽  
Science College ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

Abstract Introduction In January 2020, World Health Organization declared the outbreak of novel coronavirus a pandemic (global health emergency). The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge about novel coronavirus and its determinant factors among health science students at Arbaminch Health Sciences College, Southwest Ethiopia.Method A cross-sectional study design was employed to assess the level knowledge about novel coronavirus among 304 graduating class students in Arbaminch Health Science College. The study participants were selected using a simple random sampling technique. The data collection tool consisted of 33 items (10 items about demographic and education related and 23 items about knowledge on novel coronavirus). Multivariable logistic regression was performed using SPSS.Results The vast majority of students 228(75%) scored below 50% and were considered to have poor knowledge on COVID-19. Only 7.6% of participants knew that muscle pain is a symptom of 2019-nCoV infection. One hundred forty three (47%) of the participants did not know any symptoms of COVID-19. Only 24.3% of the respondents answered correctly that rubbing hands with alcohol based sanitizers can help in prevention of disease transmission. Sex, residence and social media use were significantly associated with adequate knowledge on novel coronavirus (p < 0.05).Conclusion Health science students had poor knowledge on COVID-19. The health science college and health authorities should re-examine their capability to manage the deadly virus

scholarly journals The Psychological Impact Analysis of Novel COVID-19 Pandemic in Health Sciences Students: A Global Survey

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (S 01) ◽  
pp. S91-S96
Author(s):  
Thelma Farasat Bashir ◽  
Sobia Hassan ◽  
Afsheen Maqsood ◽  
Zafar Ali Khan ◽  
Rakhi Issrani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Health Science ◽  
P Value ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Health Science Students ◽  
Health Sciences Students

Abstract Objective To evaluate the anxiety and depression amid novel coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) pandemic in health sciences students around the globe. Materials and Methods This cross-sectional observational study comprised 523 health science students. A well-structured online questionnaire consisting of closed-ended questions based on student’s general information, Patient Heath Questionnaire (PHQ)-9 and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)-7 scales were used to assess the psychological impact of COVID-19. Statistical Analysis SPSS-25 was used to analyze the outcome of this study. Multiple linear regression analysis test was used to assess variables which had impact on PHQ-9 and GAD-7 scores among the participants. A p-value of ≤ 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results Among the 523 participants, 365 (69.55%) students were from developing countries and 158 (30.21%) from developed countries; 424 (81.1%) students were tested negative for COVID-19 and 99 (18.9%) had suffered from severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection during pandemic. The mean GAD-7 and PHQ-9 scores were 7.16 ± 5.755 and 7.30 ± 6.166, respectively. Significant impact on anxiety levels was associated with age, gender, education status, and COVID-19 positive patient, while depression was not significantly associated with gender, COVID-19, and its reported symptoms in participants. Conclusion As the world is trying to contain the health effects of COVID-19, the psychological effects might take a longer time to be addressed. Our study highlights the dire need to identify mental well-being of health science students as this may have a direct impact on their professional commitments and future responsibilities.

Barriers to Female Condom Use among Undergraduate Health Science Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bongekile T. Dlamini ◽  
Mduduzi Colani Shongwe
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Female Condom ◽  
Sexual Pleasure ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Tertiary Institution ◽  
Health Science Students ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Depth Interviews

The female condom (FC), also known as the femidom, has been on the market since 1993, however, its use remains limited in many parts of southern Africa, including in Eswatini (formerly Swaziland). There is a dearth of literature on the reasons for the limited use of the FC, especially from the perspective of health science students who would otherwise be expected to be knowledgeable about and have favourable attitudes to it. The aim of this study was to explore and describe the barriers to FC use among undergraduate health science students at a selected tertiary institution in Eswatini. A qualitative, exploratory descriptive study was conducted among nine conveniently sampled, unmarried undergraduate students at a selected tertiary institution in the Hhohho region in Mbabane, Eswatini. Responses to an unstructured interview guide, using in-depth interviews were analysed thematically following Creswell’s steps of qualitative data analysis. Five themes emerged from the data: (1) inadequate knowledge about the FC, (2) the FC hinders sexual pleasure, (3) insertion of the FC is time-consuming and uncomfortable, (4) the FC is bigger than the vagina, and (5) fear of being labelled “promiscuous”. Generally, the participants stated that they did not use the FC because of societal myths. Therefore, there is a need to strengthen health education campaigns for the femidom to clear the myths and misconceptions that limit its use.

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