scholarly journals Comparison of level of mental stress between exercising and non-exercising undergraduate physical therapy students of LUMHS, Jamshoro

2021 ◽  
pp. 034-037
Author(s):  
Naqi Sana ◽  
Faizan Kainat ◽  
Chandio Fayaz ◽  
Ali Aadil Ameer ◽  
Waqas Shoaib ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Mental Stress ◽  
Exercise Group ◽  
Moderate Level ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Low Level ◽  
Doctor Of Physical Therapy ◽  
Physiotherapy Students

Objective: To Compare the Level of Mental Stress among Exercising and Non-Exercising under graduate Physiotherapy Students of LUMHS, Jamshoro. Methodology: A cross sectional survey was conducted from October to December 2019, and the data was collected from the undergraduates students of Institute of Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Sciences, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Science Jamshoro, Pakistan. The Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) was used among 194 undergraduate physiotherapy students. Apart from the demographics (age, gender, education & locality) the PSS questionnaire consist of 10 questions. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22 was used to interpret the data. Result: The majority (n=101, 51.7%) were from the age group of 18 to 21 years and (n=127, 65.1%) were female. Mostly (n=49, 25.1%) were the students of 1st year Doctor of Physical Therapy and (n=116, 59.4%) of the students were the residents of urban area. Among the non-exercising group of students majority (n=66,68%) were suffering from low level of mental stress, (n=33,34%) were suffering from moderate level of mental stress and (n=24,24.7%) were suffering from severe level of mental stress followed by the exercise group, in which (n=40,41.2%) were suffering from low level of mental stress, (n=21,21.6%) were suffering from moderate level of mental stress and (n=10,10.%) were suffering from severe level of mental stress. Conclusion: The study finalized that the exercising group of students had lower level of mental stress as compare to the non-exercising group of students. However both groups have the individuals with mental stress but the exercising students group had low number of those individuals.

scholarly journals A novel tool for evaluating non-cognitive traits of doctor of physical therapy learners in the United States

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
pp. 19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcus Roll ◽  
Lara Canham ◽  
Paul Salamh ◽  
Kyle Covington ◽  
Corey Simon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Social Intelligence ◽  
The United States ◽  
Face Validity ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Doctor Of Physical Therapy ◽  
Cognitive Traits

Purpose: The primary aim of this study was to develop a survey addressing an individual’s non-cognitive traits, such as emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, social intelligence, psychological flexibility, and grit. Such a tool would provide beneficial information for the continued development of admissions standards and would help better capture the full breadth of experience and capabilities of applicants applying to doctor of physical therapy (DPT) programs. Methods: This was a cross-sectional survey study involving learners in DPT programs at 3 academic institutions in the United States. A survey was developed based on established non-proprietary, non-cognitive measures affiliated with success and resilience. The survey was assessed for face validity, and exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was used to identify subgroups of factors based on responses to the items. Results: A total of 298 participants (90.3%) completed all elements of the survey. EFA yielded 39 items for dimensional assessment with regression coefficients < 0.4. Within the 39 items, 3 latent constructs were identified: adaptability (16 items), intuitiveness (12 items), and engagement (11 items). Conclusion: This preliminary non-cognitive assessment survey will be able to play a valuable role in DPT admissions decisions following further examination and refinement.

Low-Level Lead Exposure and Blood Lead Levels in Children: A Cross-Sectional Survey

2001 ◽  
Vol 56 (6) ◽  
pp. 501-505 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aysha Habib Khan ◽  
Amanullah Khan ◽  
Farooq Ghani ◽  
Muhammad Khurshid
Keyword(s):  
Lead Exposure ◽  
Blood Lead ◽  
Blood Lead Levels ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Low Level ◽  
Lead Levels

scholarly journals Current Physical Therapy Practice in the Intensive Care Unit in Saudi Arabia: A Multicentre Cross-Sectional Survey

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Mazen Alqahtani ◽  
Faizan Kashoo ◽  
Msaad Alzhrani ◽  
Fuzail Ahmad ◽  
Mohammed K. Seyam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care Unit ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Intensive Care ◽  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Research Literature ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Current Standard ◽  
Positive Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background. Early mobilisation of patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) is associated with positive health benefits. Research literature lacks insight into the current status of ICU physical therapy (PT) practice in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Aim. To determine the current standard of ICU PT practice, attitude, and barriers. Methods. A questionnaire was e-mailed to physiotherapists (PTs) working in the hospital. The questions pertained to experience, qualification, barriers, and most frequently encountered case scenarios in the ICU. Results. The response rate was 28.1% (124/442). Frequent cases referred to the PTs were traumatic paraplegia (n = 111, 89%) and stroke (n = 102, 82.3%) as compared to congestive heart failure (n = 20, 16.1%) and pulmonary infections (n = 7, 5.6%). The preferred treatment of choice among PTs was chest physiotherapy (n = 102, 82.2%) and positioning (n = 73, 58.8%), whereas functional electrical stimulation (n = 12, 9.6%) was least preferred irrespective of the condition. Perceived barriers in the ICU PT management were of low confidence in managing cases (n = 89, 71.7%) followed by inadequate training (n = 53, 42.7%), and the least quoted barrier was a communication gap between the critical care team members (n = 8, 6.4%). Conclusion. PTs reported significant variation in the choice of treatment for different clinical cases inside ICU. The main barriers in the ICU setting were low confidence and inadequate training.

scholarly journals Physical therapy students’ perceptions of the educational environment at physical therapy institutes in Pakistan

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
pp. 7
Author(s):  
Muhammad Adeel ◽  
Asad Chaudhry
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Educational Environment ◽  
Physical Therapy Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Doctor Of Physical Therapy ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Convenience Sampling

This study assessed doctor of physical therapy (DPT) students’ perceptions of the educational environment at public and private physical therapy institutes in Pakistan. This cross-sectional study was conducted at 6 physical therapy institutions in Punjab, Pakistan from April 2018 to December 2019. In total, 500 Dundee Ready Educational Environment Measure (DREEM) questionnaires were distributed among DPT students identified through convenience sampling (response rate, 86.4%). The correlations between each item of the DREEM score were analyzed. The mean overall DREEM score was 128±19.63 for all 5 subscales (range, 33 to 166; standard error of the mean, 0.954). The correlations of atmosphere, learning, and self-perception with the overall educational environment were r=0.896, r=0.853, and r=0.846, respectively. Student-centered approaches were found to be more effective than teacher-centered approaches for promoting a positive educational environment.

scholarly journals Knowledge and perceptions about COVID-19 among the medical and allied health science students in India: An online cross-sectional survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 104-109 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kushalkumar H. Gohel ◽  
Prati B. Patel ◽  
Pushti M. Shah ◽  
Jay R. Patel ◽  
Niraj Pandit ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Allied Health ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Science Students

scholarly journals Determinants of Guideline Use in Primary Care Physical Therapy: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Attitudes, Knowledge, and Behavior

2014 ◽  
Vol 94 (3) ◽  
pp. 343-354 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susanne Bernhardsson ◽  
Kajsa Johansson ◽  
Per Nilsen ◽  
Birgitta Öberg ◽  
Maria E.H. Larsson
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Multiple Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Easy Access ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
And Behavior

BackgroundUnderstanding of attitudes, knowledge, and behavior related to evidence-based practice (EBP) and use of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines in primary care physical therapy is limited.ObjectivesThe objectives of this study were: (1) to investigate self-reported attitudes, knowledge, behavior, prerequisites, and barriers related to EBP and guideline use among physical therapists in primary care and (2) to explore associations of self-reported use of guidelines with these social cognitive factors along with demographic and workplace characteristics.DesignThis was a cross-sectional survey.MethodsA web-based survey of 419 physical therapists in primary care in western Sweden was performed. Multiple logistic regression analysis was performed to examine factors associated with guideline use.ResultsThe response rate was 64.7%. Most respondents had positive attitudes toward EBP and guidelines: 90% considered EBP necessary, and 96% considered guidelines important. Approximately two thirds reported confidence in finding and using evidence. One third reported being aware of guidelines. Thirteen percent knew where to find guidelines, and only 9% reported having easy access to guidelines. Fewer than half reported using guidelines frequently. The most important barriers to using guidelines were lack of time, poor availability, and limited access to guidelines. Young age and brief work experience were associated with positive attitudes toward EBP. A postgraduate degree was associated with higher application of EBP. Positive attitudes, awareness of guidelines, considering guidelines to facilitate practice, and knowing how to integrate patient preferences with guideline use were associated with frequent use of guidelines.LimitationsData were self-reported, which may have increased the risk of social desirability bias.ConclusionsUse of guidelines was not as frequent as could be expected in view of the positive attitudes toward EBP and guidelines among physical therapists. Awareness of and perceived access to guidelines were limited. The identified determinants can be addressed when developing guideline implementation strategies.

scholarly journals La educación nutricional y su relación con los hábitos alimentarios en estudiantes de Ciencias de la Salud de una universidad privada del Perú

2020 ◽  
pp. 58-66 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Eating Habits ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Moderate Level ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Nutritional Education ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Low Level ◽  
Health Sciences Students ◽  
High Level ◽  
Eating Practices

The study carried out aims to show the relationship between nutritional education and eating habits in Health Sciences students at a private Peruvian university. The research approach is quantitative and the research design is non-experimental of a cross- sectional type. The data of this study arise from a non-probabilistic sample made up of 342 students from the Universidad Privada del Norte from Lima, Peru who belong to the professional careers of Nutrition and Dietetics (n = 90), Nursing (n = 85), Obstetrics (n = 85) and Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation (n = 82) The unit of analysis was made up of students who took the subject of Introduction to Nutrition in the academic year 2019-II. It is observed that of the total, 47% of Health Sciences students have a moderate level of nutritional education, followed by 35% of students with a low level and 18% has a high level of nutritional education. Regarding eating habits, 39% of all students have a moderate level, followed by 32% who has a low level and 29% has a high level. It is evidenced that the representative students of the population have an adequate education regarding the importance of water consumption and verification of the expiration date of packaged products. In addition, they have adequate habits regarding the consumption of the first meal of the day and fruit. Likewise, it is concluded that the nutritional education received so far and their eating habits are mostly acceptable, but not outstanding. This implies that their knowledge of nutrition does not necessarily have a decisive influence on their eating practices. No great difference was found between the aforementioned careers regarding nutritional education received and eating habits.

scholarly journals Influencing Factors of Humanistic Care Ability in Mental Health Workers: An Online Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaolin Liu ◽  
Hongjin Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Personality Traits ◽  
Influencing Factors ◽  
Psychological Capital ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Mental Health Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Low Level

Abstract Background Mental health workers may face more obstacles in humanistic care during the COVID-19 pandemic, we aimed to explore the humanistic care ability of mental health workers and its potential influencing factors.Method(s) An online cross-sectional survey was conducted among 262 mental health workers working in Chongqing, China from December 1 to 31, 2020. Self-administered questionnaires were used to collect data from the participants. Results Mental health workers’ humanistic care ability score was 186.47 ± 21.34, and most of the them (79.8%) were at a low level. Psychological capital and personality traits were significant influencing factors of humanistic care ability and its sub-dimensions.Conclusion(s) Research has found that the humanistic care ability of mental health workers is at a low level, and psychological capital and personality traits are significant factors influencing the humanistic care ability and its sub-dimensions. Interventions to improve psychological capital of mental health workers or to promote the change of personality traits that they want are recommended, thereby promoting humanistic practice.

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