scholarly journals Assessment of knowledge regarding hypertension and its preventive measures among students of Government Science College of North Gujarat region, India

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 67
Author(s):  
Gaurang Gunvantbhai Rathod ◽  
Namrata J. Vadodariya ◽  
Nilesh Thakor
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Early Adulthood ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Later Life ◽  
Adult Health ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Science College ◽  
Baseline Knowledge

Background: Many adult health problems e.g. hypertension, diabetes has their early origins in early adulthood, because this is the time when lifestyles are formed.  Objective of this study was  to determine the level of awareness among college students regarding hypertension and its preventive measures before and after educational interventional training.Methods: An interventional study conducted in college students of Government Science college of Vadnagar city, Gujarat. Duration of the study was March to October 2019. Total 100 students between the age group of 17-19 were included after written informed consent. Baseline knowledge of students regarding hypertension and its preventive measures was assessed by pre-designed, pre-tested and semi structured questionnaire. Single educational interventional training for 45 minutes was given to selected students. Post- intervention knowledge of students for the same was assessed after training. Thus, collected data was analyzed using SPSS 17 (Trial Version).Results: Baseline knowledge of the students regarding normal range of blood pressure, risk factors of hypertension and signs and symptoms of hypertension was 21%, 30% and 40% respectively which was significantly increased to 64%, 79% and 72% respectively after educational intervention. Baseline knowledge of the students regarding preventive measures of hypertension like avoiding junk food/ healthy diet, exercise and meditation was 26%, 29% and 6% respectively which was significantly increased to 79%, 81% and 72% respectively after educational intervention.Conclusions: Efforts should be directed towards educating the college students about hypertension to change their lifestyles and reduce the incidence of hypertension in later life.

scholarly journals Impact of educational intervention regarding anaemia and its preventive measures among pregnant women: an interventional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (12) ◽  
pp. 5317 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pankajkumar B. Nimbalkar ◽  
Jaldhara N. Patel ◽  
Nilesh Thakor ◽  
Mansi Patni
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Contributory Factor ◽  
Interventional Study ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Maternal Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Baseline Knowledge

Background: Iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) is the most common nutritional deficiency in pregnancy and major contributory factor to maternal morbidity and mortality. Objective of present study was to assess knowledge of pregnant women regarding anaemia and its preventive measures before and after educational interventional training.Methods: The present study was an interventional study undertaken in purposively selected pregnant women attending the out patient Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of GMERS Medical College, Gandhinagar During the month of October 2017. Total 100 pregnant women were included after written informed consent. Baseline knowledge of pregnant women regarding anaemia and its preventive measures was assessed by pre-designed, pre-tested and semi structured questionnaire. Single educational interventional training for 45 minutes was given to selected pregnant women. Post– intervention knowledge of pregnant women for the same was assessed after training. Thus, collected data was analyzed /using Epi info 7.Results: Baseline knowledge of the pregnant women regarding causes, signs and symptoms of anemia and dietary sources of iron was 21%, 23% and 40% respectively which was significantly increased to 64%, 66% and 72% respectively after the intervention. Baseline knowledge of the pregnant women regarding factors which inhibit and increase iron absorption was 25% and 4% respectively which was significantly increased to 55% and 41 % respectively after the intervention. Baseline knowledge of the pregnant women regarding treatment of anaemia was 30% which was significantly increased to 79 % after the intervention.Conclusions: There was significant improvement in the knowledge regarding anaemia and its preventive measures among pregnant women after our single educational session.

scholarly journals Impact of educational intervention regarding anaemia and its preventive measures among adolescent girls of Government Arts College of Vadodara, Gujarat, India

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (6) ◽  
pp. 1894
Author(s):  
Ashish Shamjibhai Bhalsod ◽  
Nisarg N. Dave ◽  
Nilesh Thakor
Keyword(s):  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Iron Absorption ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Growth Spurt ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Baseline Knowledge ◽  
Written Informed Consent ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Background: The nutritional and the health needs of the adolescents more because of the growth spurt and the increase in physical activity. So, they are at high risk for anaemia and malnutrition. Objective was to assess knowledge of adolescent girls regarding anaemia and its preventive measures before and after educational interventional training.Methods: The present study was an interventional study undertaken in purposively selected Government Arts college of Vadodara city during June to September 2019. Total 100 adolescent girls between the age group of 17-19 were included after written informed consent. Baseline knowledge of adolescent girls regarding anaemia and its preventive measures was assessed by pre-designed, pre-tested and semi structured questionnaire. Single educational interventional training for 45 minutes was given to selected adolescent girls. Post-intervention knowledge of students for the same was assessed after training. Thus, collected data was analyzed using SPSS 17 (Trial Version).Results: Baseline knowledge of the adolescent girls regarding causes, signs and symptoms of anemia and dietary sources of iron was 23%, 40% and 25% respectively which was significantly increased to 66%, 72% and 55% respectively after the intervention. Baseline knowledge of the adolescent girls regarding factors which inhibit and increase iron absorption was 4% and 30% respectively which was significantly increased to 41% and 79 % respectively after the intervention. Baseline knowledge of the adolescent girls regarding treatment of anaemia was 21% which was significantly increased to 64 % after the intervention.Conclusions: Single educational session significantly improve the knowledge of adolescent girls regarding anaemia and its preventive measures.

scholarly journals Assessment of Reflex Urine Culture Criteria Changes and its Impact on Treatment of Asymptomatic Bacteriuria

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (suppl_1) ◽  
pp. S346-S346 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kirre Wold ◽  
Jeff Brock ◽  
Kelly Percival ◽  
Lindsey Rearigh ◽  
Lucas Vocelka ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Asymptomatic Bacteriuria ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Hospital Data ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Positive Urine ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Implementation Period ◽  
Inappropriate Antibiotics ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Asymptomatic bacteriuria (ASB) is a common clinical condition identified by the presence of bacteria in the urine of a patient without signs and symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI). Treatment of ASB leads to unnecessary antimicrobial use and can cause more harm than benefit in many patients. This study is to determine the impact of more stringent criteria for urinalysis with culture if indicated (UAC), implemented in September 2016, on the treatment of asymptomatic bacteriuria. Methods A pre-post descriptive study of patients was conducted with an order placed for UAC in the Emergency Department (ED) or hospital. Data was collected retrospectively via chart reviews. The data on ASB patients from November 2015 to April 2016 was compared with the post-implementation period October 2016 to January 2017. The number of UAC orders and cultures were averaged for 6 months pre and post implementation of the criteria change. Results A total of 580 patient charts were assessed post-implementation of the UAC criteria change. A majority of the orders originated from the ED, (N = 430, 72.8%). ASB was treated inappropriately at a rate of 60.4% (N = 64/106) pre-implementation and a rate of 65% (N = 41/63) post implementation, P = 0.542. The total number of UAC ordered before and after implementation did not change, (N = 2852 pre-intervention vs N = 2825 post-intervention, P = 0.744), as seen in Figure 1. However, the number of reflexed urine cultures did significantly decrease post criteria change,
 (N = 1056 pre-intervention vs. N = 603 post-intervention, P < 0.0001). In addition, the number of positive urine cultures also significantly decreased, (N = 378 pre-intervention vs. N = 289 post-intervention, P = 0.0447). The impact the criteria change had on patient care is the number of potential antibiotic courses saved by reflexing fewer urine cultures off the UAC. Based on the decrease in positive urine cultures, it is estimated 702 courses of inappropriate antibiotics for ASB could be saved per year (59/month). Conclusion More stringent criteria for reflex urine cultures significantly decreases the number of urine cultures performed, therefore decreasing the number of patients treated with ASB. Additional stewardship measures are necessary to reduce the treatment of ASB for patients who have cultures performed. Disclosures All authors: No reported disclosures.

scholarly journals Prevalence of obesity and assessment of knowledge regarding hazards of obesity and its preventive measures among students of Government Science college of North Gujarat region, India

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 145
Author(s):  
Namrata J. Vadodariya ◽  
Gaurang Gunvantbhai Rathod ◽  
Nilesh Thakor
Keyword(s):  
Task Force ◽  
Preventive Measure ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Educational Training ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Obesity And Overweight ◽  
Science College ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
Baseline Knowledge ◽  
North Gujarat

Background: Overweight and obesity are the fifth leading risk for global deaths.  Objectives of this study was to know the prevalence of obesity and overweight among students and to assess the knowledge of these students pertaining to hazards of obesity and its preventive measures.Methods: The interventional study was undertaken among students of Government Science college of Vadnagar city, Gujarat during March to October 2019. A universal sampling method was employed, and all 473 students of college were included as subjects in the study. After obtaining informed written consent all students were examined and BMI were calculated. The prevalence of overweight and obesity were determined based on the International Obesity Task Force criteria and a pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire was administered to each of the participants.  Single educational training for 45 minutes was given to the students and their post- intervention knowledge for same was assessed after the training. Thus, collected data was analyzed using SPSS 17.Results: The prevalence of obesity and overweight was 8.0% and 15.0% respectively. Baseline knowledge of the students regarding hazards of obesity like hypertension, cancer, heart attack and diabetes mellitus was 16.1%, 18.2%, 20.1% and 21.8% respectively which was significantly increased to 96.8%, 97.9%, 99.4% and 99.6% respectively. Baseline knowledge of the students regarding preventive measure of obesity like avoiding junk food/ healthy diet, exercise and meditation was 17.1%, 19.7% and 11.4% respectively which was significantly increased to 97.7%, 98.9 and 99.2% respectively.Conclusions: Efforts should be directed towards educating these students regarding obesity to reduce the incidence of non-communicable diseases.

scholarly journals Recurrence of major depression in adolescence and early adulthood, and later mental health, educational and economic outcomes

2007 ◽  
Vol 191 (4) ◽  
pp. 335-342 ◽  
Author(s):  
David M. Fergusson ◽  
Joseph M. Boden ◽  
L. John Horwood
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Major Depression ◽  
Outcome Measures ◽  
Tertiary Education ◽  
Early Adulthood ◽  
Later Life ◽  
Economic Outcomes ◽  
Confounding Factors ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Welfare Dependence

BackgroundIt is unclear how the recurrence of major depression in adolescence affects later life outcomes.AimsTo examine the associations between the frequency of major depression at ages 16–21 and later outcomes, both before and after controlling for potentially confounding factors.MethodData were gathered from a 25-year longitudinal study of a birth cohort of New Zealand children (n=982). Outcome measures included DSM–IV symptom criteria for major depression and anxiety disorders, suicidal ideation and attempted suicide, achieving university degree or other tertiary education qualification, welfare dependence and unemployment, and income at ages 21–25 years.ResultsThere were significant (P<0.05) associations between the frequency of depression at ages 16–21 years and all outcome measures. After adjustment for confounding factors, the association between frequency of depression and all mental health outcomes, and welfare dependence and unemployment, remained significant (P<0.05).ConclusionsThe frequency of depression in adolescence and young adulthood is associated with adverse mental health and economic outcomes in early adulthood.

scholarly journals Impact of educational intervention regarding hazards of obesity and its preventive measures among students of Government Arts Colleges, Gujarat, India

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (12) ◽  
pp. 4278
Author(s):  
Saurabh Naranbhai Panchal ◽  
Akash Virendrabhai Agrawal ◽  
Nilesh Thakor
Keyword(s):  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Task Force ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Preventive Measure ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Educational Training ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Obesity And Overweight ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
Baseline Knowledge

Background: The prevalence of obesity has rising trends worldwide in almost every country in all the age groups. The objectives of the present study were to know the prevalence of obesity and overweight among students and to assess knowledge of these students regarding hazards of obesity and its preventive measures before and after educational interventional training.Methods: The present interventional study was undertaken during September 2016 to December 2017 in randomly selected 3 Government Arts Colleges of Patan, Ahmedabad and Vadodara city of Gujarat state, India. Total 313 students between the age group of 18 to 23 years were examined and body mass index were calculated. The prevalence of overweight and obesity were determined based on the International Obesity Task Force criteria. Single educational training for 45 minutes was given to the students and their post-intervention knowledge for same was assessed after the training. Thus collected data was analyzed using SPSS 17 (trial version).Results: Overall, the prevalence of obesity and overweight was 9.9% and 14.6% respectively. Baseline knowledge of the students regarding hazards of obesity like hypertension, cancer, myocardial infarction and diabetes mellitus was 19.5%, 18.8%, 17.3% and 16.6% respectively which was significantly increased to 91.4%, 94.2%, 96.2% and 96.8% respectively after the intervention. Baseline knowledge of the students regarding preventive measure of obesity like avoiding junk food/ healthy diet, exercise and meditation was 25.2%, 27.2% and 30.7% respectively which was significantly increased to 96.5%, 99.7 and 98.7% respectively after the intervention.Conclusions: Single educational session has increased the knowledge regarding hazards of obesity and its preventive measures among college students significantly. 

scholarly journals Assessment of knowledge regarding anaemia and its preventive measures among lactating mothers of North Gujarat region, India

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 1055
Author(s):  
Pankajkumar B. Nimbalkar ◽  
Maulik D. Joshi ◽  
Nilesh Thakor ◽  
Avirat A. Bhatt
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Preventive Measure ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Lactation Period ◽  
Lactating Mothers ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Pregnancy And Lactation ◽  
Anaemia In Pregnancy ◽  
North Gujarat

Background: Anaemia in pregnancy and lactation period has detrimental effects on maternal and child health. Objective of this study was to assess knowledge of lactating mothers regarding anaemia and its preventive measures before and after educational intervention.Methods: The interventional study conducted in purposively selected lactating mothers attending the outpatient department of obstetrics and gynecology. Hospital ethical committee permission was obtained. After taking informed consent 100 lactating mothers were selected by systemic random sampling methods. Knowledge of lactating mothers regarding anaemia and its preventive measures was assessed by pre-designed, pre-tested and semi structured questionnaire. Health education for 30 minutes was given to selected lactating mothers. Knowledge of pregnant women for the same was assessed after health education. Thus, collected data was analyzed using Epi info 7.Results: Awareness among lactating mothers regarding causes, signs and symptoms of anemia and dietary sources of iron was 41%, 26% and 5% respectively which was significantly increased to 73%, 56% and 42% respectively after health education. Awareness among lactating mothers regarding factors which inhibit and increase iron absorption was 31% and 22% respectively which was significantly increased to 80% and 65% respectively after health education. Out of 100 lactating mothers only 24% were aware regarding treatment of anemia.Conclusions: Lack of awareness among lactating mothers regarding anemia and its preventive measure should be addressed by health education during hospital visits.

scholarly journals 1172 Sleep Education Improves Screening for Sleep Disorders Among Physicians and Residents in Primary Care and Neurology Specialties

SLEEP ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 43 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. A447-A448
Author(s):  
S V Jain ◽  
K Kondapalli ◽  
A Moskowitz ◽  
D Combs ◽  
s Parathasarathy
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Disorders ◽  
Oral Presentation ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Sleep Education ◽  
Entire Cohort ◽  
Practice Experience ◽  
Institutional Review ◽  
Obstructive Sleep ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Baseline Knowledge

Abstract Introduction Sleep disorders are under-diagnosed. The purpose of the study was to evaluate if providing sleep education improves screening and thereby, diagnosis of sleep disorders among physicians. Methods The study was approved by the institutional review board. Pediatric (P), neurology (N) and internal medicine (IM) physicians/residents participated in the study. After collecting demographics, including baseline screening rates (BSR), the participants were randomized to educational intervention- either manuscript or oral presentation reviewing insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea and sleep disorders in epilepsy. Questionnaires-baseline knowledge (BQ), post-intervention (PQ) and 9 months after the intervention, screening (SQ) evaluating screening rates (PSR) and usefulness of the study, were collected. The change in knowledge (PQ-BQ) and screening rates (PSR-BSR) were compared between the groups by t-test and ANCOVA after adjusting for BSR. t-tests were used to compare the knowledge and screening rates before and after the intervention in the entire cohort. Correlations identified the factors associated with improved screening rates. Results Thirty and 23 subjects completed the study and SQ, respectively. The average age was 30.4 (standards deviation [SD]= 3.1) with 53% female and practice experience of 2.5 years (SD=1.7) with 60% P, 23.3% N and 16.7% IM participants. There were no significant differences in the characteristics, and knowledge and screening rate change after the intervention between the two groups. However, for individual questions, the oral presentation group had improved knowledge about sleep disorders in epilepsy. The study improved knowledge by 82% for understanding, 77% for managing and 79% for screening for sleep disorders. Knowledge (Mean Difference [MD]= 0.22, p=0.0001) and screening rates (MD=0.29, p=0.001) improved significantly after the intervention in the entire cohort. The improvement in screening rates was associated with presence of screening by the physicians prior to the intervention (r=0.5, p=0.008). Conclusion The study showed that sleep education improved knowledge and screening for sleep disorders among physicians. Support The study was funded by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation Focused Project Award.

Highlighted of Ramadan Fasting on Diabetes-Study of Complications, Biochemical Aspects and Anthropometry

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 227-234 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meriem Bencharif ◽  
Ibrahim Sersar ◽  
Maroua Bentaleb ◽  
Fatima Zohra Boutata ◽  
Youcef Benabbas
Keyword(s):  
Nutrition Education ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Glucose Monitoring ◽  
Public Information ◽  
Blood Glucose Monitoring ◽  
Loss Of Consciousness ◽  
Ramadan Fasting ◽  
Balanced Diet ◽  
Before And After ◽  
And Gender

Abstract Background and aims: The diabetic exempted from fasting by religion, wishing or not to observe the fast, is exposed like any other during Ramadan to a change in lifestyle. The objective of this study was to highlight the effects of Ramadan fasting on diabetes. Material and methods: Multicentre study on 899 diabetics was carried to collect data on the behaviour of diabetics with regard to the fast of Ramadan, biochemicals and anthropometry parameters. Results. The sample consists of 541 diabetic fasters (DTMF) and 358 no fasters. The causes of interruption of fasting were: hypoglycemia (82.4%), dehydration (44.5%), hyperglycemia (12.6%), high blood pressure (13.7%), loss of consciousness (8.3%). The risk factors related to fasting for DTMF were the type of diabetes and gender. Discussion and modifications about dietary, blood glucose monitoring and nutritional education sessions showed a protective effect against the occurrence of hypo and hyperglycemia and loss of consciousness. Decreasing differences were noted for Hb1Ac, LDL and Total-Cholesterol between before and after Ramadan. The weight of DTMF decreased in post-Ramadan (p=0.0000). Conclusion. There is a need to consider regular preventive measures based on public information on the effects of diabetes related complications and the benefits of a balanced diet combined with regular physical activity in nutrition education sessions.

Knowledge and awareness about MERS-CoV among the dental students in Chennai

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL1) ◽  
pp. 847-851
Author(s):  
Nithyanandham Masilamani ◽  
Dhanraj Ganapathy
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Professional Organizations ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mode Of Transmission

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) induced by new ß coronavirus MERS-(CoV) had first been described in Saudi Arabia in September 2012. MERS-CoV communication inside the population is often identified with clustered households and cramped communal spaces. The purpose of the study is to assess the knowledge and awareness of MERS-CoV among dental students in India. This was a questionnaire-based cross-sectional survey of 100 dental college students in Chennai. The self-designed questionnaires contained ten questions focused on the knowledge and awareness of MERS-CoV amongst dental college students. Questionnaires were circulated through an online website survey planet. After the responses were received from 100 participants, data were collected and analyzed, .87% are aware of MERS-CoV through media 13% from professional channels. 84%are aware of the clinical manifestation of MERS-CoV. 81%Are aware of the mode of transmission of MERS-CoV. 76%are aware of the preventive measures against MERS -CoV.68%. Are aware of the incubation period of MERS-CoV. 74%aware of PCR as a diagnostic test for MERS-CoV. This study concluded that dental students had strong awareness and knowledge of MERS. Also, there are a few differences in information and behaviours that require change. Large-scale health educational programs on MERS also should be facilitated by professional organizations to expand their reach and to strengthen knowledge to have a positive impact on their behaviour.

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