scholarly journals Relationship between the Brazilian version of the Montreal-Toulouse language assessment battery and education, age and reading and writing characteristics. A cross-sectional study

2015 ◽  
Vol 133 (4) ◽  
pp. 298-306 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karina Carlesso Pagliarin ◽  
Gigiane Gindri ◽  
Karin Zazo Ortiz ◽  
Maria Alice Mattos Pimenta Parente ◽  
Yves Joanette ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Linear Regression Model ◽  
Language Assessment ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Separate Analysis ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Assessment Battery ◽  
Reading And Writing ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Language Assessment Battery

CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVE: There is growing concern about understanding how sociodemographic variables may interfere with cognitive functioning, especially with regard to language. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between performance in the Brazilian version of the Montreal-Toulouse language assessment battery (MTL-BR) and education, age and frequency of reading and writing habits (FRWH).DESIGN AND SETTING: Cross-sectional study conducted in university and work environments in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.METHOD: The MTL-BR was administered to a group of 233 healthy adults, aged 19 to 75 years (mean = 45.04, standard deviation, SD = 15.47), with at least five years of formal education (mean = 11.47, SD = 4.77).RESULTS: A stepwise multiple linear regression model showed that, for most tasks, the number of years of education, age and FRWH were better predictors of performance when analyzed together rather than separately. In separate analysis, education was the best predictor of performance in language tasks, especially those involving reading and writing abilities.CONCLUSION: The results suggested that the number of years of education, age and FRWH seem to influence performance in the MTL-BR, especially education. These data are important for making diagnoses of greater precision among patients suffering from brain injuries, with the aim of avoiding false positives.

scholarly journals Iranian midwives’ attitudes and beliefs toward physiological childbirth: a cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Narges Sadeghzadeh ◽  
Leila Amiri-Farahani ◽  
Shima Haghani ◽  
Syedeh Batool Hasanpoor-Azghady
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Linear Regression Model ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Attitudes And Beliefs ◽  
Labor And Delivery ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Physiological Childbirth

Abstract Background The significant role of midwives in providing labor and delivery care underscores the necessity of the identification of attitudes and beliefs of these groups of maternity care providers toward physiological childbirth. The purpose of the current study was to describe midwives’ attitudes and beliefs toward physiological childbirth and identify its related factors. Methods This cross-sectional study was carried out on 200 midwives working in the labor and delivery wards of selected hospitals in an urban area of Tehran, Iran, through the continuous sampling method from May to July 2018. The data were collected using a two-part demographic characteristic form and Midwives’ Attitudes and Beliefs Questionnaire-Revised toward physiological childbirth. Data analysis was performed in SPSS software (version 25). The significance level was set at P < 0.05. Results The mean score of midwives’ attitudes and beliefs toward physiological childbirth were 119.90 with a standard deviation of 9.30. Moreover, of the different domains of Midwives’ Attitudes and Beliefs Questionnaire-Revised, the women’s experience of birth (78.53) and the medical model conflict (51.05) obtained the highest and lowest scores, respectively. According to the multiple linear regression model analysis, the total mean score of midwives’ attitudes and beliefs toward physiological childbirth was significantly correlated with the level of education and interest in the profession (P < 0.05). Midwives with a master degree obtained higher scores (4.32) in terms of attitudes and beliefs toward physiologic childbirth, compared to those with an associate or bachelor degree. Also, there were 0.09 increases in the attitude and belief score of midwives per one score increase in their interest in the profession. It can be concluded that these two variables explained 16% of the variation in the scores of midwives’ attitudes and beliefs to physiological childbirth. Conclusion The results of this study showed that midwives with higher levels of education and more interest in their profession had more positive attitudes and beliefs toward physiological childbirth. Therefore, it is necessary to motivate midwives to obtain higher levels of education and increase their interest in the profession to promote physiological childbirth.

Psychological empowerment of health professionals

2021 ◽  
Vol 42 (spe) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bianca Gomes Salles ◽  
Flávia Carvalho Pena Dias ◽  
Samantha Perissotto ◽  
Juliane Custódio de Andrade ◽  
Ariane Polidoro Dini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Workers ◽  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Psychological Empowerment ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Post Test

ABSTRACT Objective: To assess whether there are differences in psychological empowerment between different health professionals working in a teaching hospital. Method: A comparative, quantitative, and cross-sectional study carried out with 165 professionals selected at random and who worked in a teaching hospital in the inland of the state of São Paulo. The participants were divided into three groups: 1) nurses, 2) physicians, and 3) other professionals (physiotherapists, psychologists, pharmacists, speech therapists, social workers, and nutritionists). For data collection, a form was used to characterize the sample, as well as the Brazilian version of the Psychological Empowerment Instrument. To compare the scores between the three groups, the Kruskal-Wallis test was used, followed by Dunn' post-test. Results: Nurses, physicians, and other professionals scored 71.4; 69.3, and 71.1 points (p=0.5959), respectively, in the total score of the instrument Conclusion: There are no statistically significant differences in the perception of psychological empowerment of different health professionals. Conclusion: There are no statistically significant differences in the perception of psychological empowerment of different health professionals.

scholarly journals Lower BAFF Levels in Myasthenic Patients Treated with Glucocorticoids

2021 ◽  
Vol 69 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ewa Sobieszczuk ◽  
Piotr Szczudlik ◽  
Justyna Kubiszewska ◽  
Beata Szyluk ◽  
Marta Lipowska ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Symptoms ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Model ◽  
Serum Levels ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Potential Mechanism ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Male Sex ◽  
Necrosis Factor ◽  
Baff Level

AbstractB-cell activating factor (BAFF), a member of tumor necrosis factor family, activates B cells, promotes their survival and proliferation. BAFF is considered to have an influence on development of autoimmune diseases including myasthenia gravis (MG). We aimed to evaluate BAFF serum levels in MG patients, their potential connection with therapy and course of MG. Cross-sectional study. Two hundred eighteen adult patients with MG (67% women, age: 18–89 years, 82.6% AChR antibody seropositive (AChRAb(+)). Serum BAFF levels, their relationship with severity of clinical symptoms, therapy conducted, clinical and demographic features and other factors were analyzed. Patients with AChRAb(+) MG demonstrated significantly higher BAFF levels than MuSK-MG patients (831.2 ± 285.4 pg/ml vs. 745.6 ± 633.4 pg/ml, respectively; p = 0.030). Serum BAFF levels in women were significantly higher than in men (855.9 ± 302.5 vs. 756.6 ± 289.4, respectively; p = 0.017). Mean serum BAFF level was significantly decreased in patients who were ever treated with corticosteroids (CS) (770.4 ± 327.8 pg/ml vs. 891.3 ± 246.1 pg/ml, respectively; p = 0.001). Thymoma-MG patients demonstrated significantly lower BAFF levels (671.2 ± 244.9 vs. 833.5 ± 302.4, respectively; p = 0.044). Thymectomized patients did not differ in BAFF levels from the MG patients who had not undergone thymectomy. In multiple linear regression model, recent CS therapy and male sex were found to be independent predictors of lower BAFF levels. Serum BAFF level is decreased in patients treated with CS, which may suggest inhibiting influence of CS on BAFF—a potential mechanism contributing to the effectiveness of such therapy.

scholarly journals PREDICTORS OF PATIENTS' EXPERIENCES AND SATISFACTION WITH NURSING CARE IN MEDICAL-SURGICAL WARDS

2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 1003-1008
Author(s):  
Gisele Hespanhol Dorigan ◽  
Henrique Ceretta Oliveira ◽  
Edinêis de Brito Guirardello
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Care ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Regression Method ◽  
Linear Regression Method ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Method ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Surgical Units

This study aimed to identify predictors of experiences and patient satisfaction with nursing care and compare the psychometric properties of the Brazilian version and the original version of the Newcastle Satisfaction with Nursing Scales. This is a cross-sectional study with 351 patients in medical-surgical units of a teaching hospital. The multiple linear regression method was used for data analysis. Satisfaction with nursing care in general was the predictor for experiences (p<0.0001) and satisfaction (p<0.0001). Other predictors of satisfaction with nursing care were age (p=0.027), education level (p=0.024) and satisfaction with hospitalization (p=0.021). We conclude that the Brazilian version of the instrument demonstrated satisfactory reliability and validity. In addition, it is easier to use and less expensive.

scholarly journals The association between sexual function and body image among postmenopausal women: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Soheila Nazarpour ◽  
Masoumeh Simbar ◽  
Mobina Khorrami ◽  
Zahra Jafari Torkamani ◽  
Reyhaneh Saghafi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Postmenopausal Women ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Model ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Postmenopausal Period

Abstract Background Postmenopause physiological changes may alter body image (BI) during the postmenopausal period of life. Body image dissatisfaction may have negative effects on the sexual function of women. The present study aims to assess the relationship between body image and sexual function during the postmenopausal period. Methods This cross-sectional study was performed on 231 postmenopausal women who were menopausal during the recent 5 years, aged > 40 years old, and referring to health centers in Tehran-Iran. The participants were recruited using a multi-stage sampling method. Data were collected using 3 questionnaires including socio-demographic, Fisher’s Body Image, and female sexual function index (FSFI). Data were analyzed using SPSS 24 and multiple regression, Mann–Whitey, Pearson, and Spearman correlation tests. Results Two hundred thirty-one postmenopausal women aged 52.53 ± 5.32 (mean ± SD) years old participated in the study. The mean and standard deviation of FSFI and BI of the women were respectively 19.59 ± 11.11(ranges 1.2–36) and 155.43 ± 37.09 (ranges from 46 to 230). According to FSFI, 62.8% of female sexual dysfunction (FSD) was reported. There were significant correlations between scores of total and all domains of FSFI with scores of total and all dimensions of BI. There was also a positive correlation between education and family income of the women and a negative correlation between age of husband and duration of menopause with their sexual function. Significant relationships were also shown between the women's and the husbands' jobs with the total score of women's sexual function. According to the multiple linear regression model, BI was a significant predictor of sexual function in postmenopausal women. Conclusion Body image is effective on the sexual function of postmenopausal women. Therefore, body image is necessary to be considered in future postmenopausal health promotion programs.

scholarly journals Dental Fear Survey: A Cross-Sectional Study Evaluating the Psychometric Properties of the Brazilian Portuguese Version

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maurício Antônio Oliveira ◽  
Miriam Pimenta Vale ◽  
Cristiane Baccin Bendo ◽  
Saul Martins Paiva ◽  
Júnia Maria Serra-Negra
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Brazilian Portuguese ◽  
Dental Fear ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Belo Horizonte

Objective. The aim of this study was to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Brazilian version of the Dental Fear Survey (DFS), previously translated to the Brazilian Portuguese language and validated.Methods. A cross-sectional study with 1,256 undergraduates from the city of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, was carried out. The DFS and a questionnaire about previous dental experiences were self-administered. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics, principal components analysis (PCA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), internal consistency and test-retest reliability, and construct, discriminant, and convergent validity.Results. PCA identified a three-factor structure. CFA confirmed the multidimensionality of the Brazilian version of the DFS. A modified model of the Brazilian version of the DFS fits better than the hypothesized model. The Cronbach’s alpha coefficient for the total DFS scale was 0.95.Conclusion. The DFS demonstrated acceptable construct validity, convergent validity, and discriminant validity. These results supported the reliability and validity of the DFS among Brazilian undergraduates.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Risk Factors for Vitamin D Insufficiency among Adults with Epilepsy at University Hospital in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: A Cross Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 49-58
Author(s):  
Doaa K. Mohorjy ◽  
Iman Kamal Ramadan ◽  
Bahaa A. Abalkhail ◽  
Khalid M. Jaamal
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Antiepileptic Drugs ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Model ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Vitamin D Insufficiency ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Epileptic Patients

Background: Vitamin D is essential for bone physical condition, and vitamin D insufficiency may add to further autoimmune diseases, infections or even cancer. Enzyme-inducing antiepileptic drugs have been predominantly linked with osteoporosis hazard proved their impacts on vitamin D. The study aim was to determine the prevalence of vitamin D insufficiency and deficiency and the covariates associated with it among the adult epileptic patients attending King Fahd neurology outpatient clinics. Subjects and Methods: 297 adult epilepsy patients joined this cross-sectional study at King Fahd Hospital in 2017. Vitamin D level was considered as deficiency (<10ng/ml), insufficiency (<30ng/ml), or normal (≥30ng/ml). Antiepileptic drugs were sorted out according to their enzyme inducing criteria. Results: 87.88% adult epileptic patients were between 18 – 50 years of age, more than half were females, married, and with higher degree of education, less than half received monthly income of less than 5,000 SR, nearly two third were either smokers or ex-smokers. Multiple linear regression model for predictors of vitamin D insufficiency and deficiency declared that; enzyme induced antiepileptic drugs, polytherapy, and smoking were significantly correlated with vitamin deficiency and insufficiency (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Vitamin D insufficiency and deficiency is widespread among adult epileptic patients. Screening of vitamin D level should be taken into consideration as part of the regular follow up of epileptic patients.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Psychometric Properties of the ‘Sense of Coherence Scale’ in Schoolchildren

2020 ◽  
Vol 54 (1) ◽  
pp. e1148
Author(s):  
Gabriele Rissotto Menegazzo ◽  
Jessica Klöckner Knorst ◽  
Fernanda Ruffo Ortiz ◽  
Fernanda Tomazoni ◽  
Thiago Machado Ardenghi
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Sense Of Coherence ◽  
Latent Variable ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Alpha Coefficient ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Intra Class Correlation ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Intra Class Correlation Coefficient

The aim of this study was to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Brazilian version of Sense of Coherence scale (SOC-13) in schoolchildren. This is a cross-sectional study that included eight to fourteen years-old schoolchildren. The Cronbach's alpha coefficient for SOC-13 measurement presented questionable results (0.63) and the Intra-Class Correlation Coefficient of 0.70 was statistically significant between different time points (p<0.01). Regarding the construct validity, significant values were observed between the SOC-13 components scores and the overall scale score. In the Confirmatory Factorial Analysis, the latent variable was related, through the standard factorial loads, to the other items of the questionnaire. We can conclude that the Brazilian version of SOC-13 showed adequate psychometric properties in a school-age population.

scholarly journals Mental Health and Resilience among Nurses in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Web-Based Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samaneh Mirzaei Dahka ◽  
Saman Maroufizadeh ◽  
Moluk Pouralizadeh ◽  
Tahereh Zahedsefat ◽  
Mehrdad Ghanbarpoor Ganjari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
General Health Questionnaire ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Model ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Poor Mental Health ◽  
Hierarchical Regression ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Resilience Scale ◽  
North Of Iran

Objective: Nurses exposed to COVID-19 could be psychologically stressed. The present study investigated the mental health and the resilience level in the nurses’ population. Method: This cross-sectional study was performed on 432 nurses in 27 hospitals working in Guilan province, north of Iran, between April 29, to May 14, 2020. Mental health and resilience were measured using the 12-item General Health Questionnaire-12 (GHQ-12) and the 10-item Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC-10). Hierarchical multiple linear regression model was used to identify factors associated with mental health. Results: The mean GHQ-12 and CD-RISC-10 scores were 15.72 (SD, 5.67) and 25.97 (SD, 6.88), respectively. Probable psychological distress (GHQ-12 score ≥ 15) was present in 57.2% of nurses. Among demographic and COVID-19-related variables, only educational level was significantly and negatively correlated with mental health. After controlling the variables, hierarchical regression analyses results showed that lower resilience was associated with poor mental health (β = -0.49; P < 0.001). Conclusion: Regarding the nurses’ mental health, appropriate psychological/psychiatric intervention is necessary, and resilience can play a role as a mental health promoter.

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