scholarly journals Impact Analysis of Noise Intensity with Hearing Loss on Laundry Worker

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 229
Author(s):  
Rindy Astike Dewanty ◽  
Sudarmaji Sudarmaji
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Noise Intensity ◽  
Impact Analysis ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Average Intensity ◽  
Intensity Noise ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Keywords Hearing Loss ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
The Impact

Abstract: Laundry unit at a hospital can be a source of noise. The impact was very dangerous for workers, especially against hearing. From the results of a preliminary survey of the noise intensity measurements obtained intensity noise of 81.2 dB (A). The purpose of this study was to analyze the effects of noise on hearing loss intensity laundry attendant. This study was an observational with cross sectional design. The instrument used was a questionnaire to see the characteristics of the respondent, sound level meter to measure the intensity of noise and audiometry test to measure the threshold of hearing respondents. The research subject as many as 16 workers of laundry. Based on the results of the study states that 75% of the existing work in the laundry unit has a noise intensity exceeds the required value and 12 officers were on the section. The measurement results with minimum of 65.4 dB (A), to a maximum of 84.0 dB( A) andthe average intensity of noise by 79.04 dB (A). Obtained eight workers (50%) had hearing loss right ear and 6 offi cers (37.5%) had hearing loss left ear. There was a relationship between impaired right ear with noise intensity (Spearman; r = 0.577). The need hearing health for periodic examination least once a year, reducing device noise to keep the noise source, and personal protective equipment (PPE).Keywords: hearing loss, intensity noise, laundry

scholarly journals THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN NOISE INTENSITY AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS WITH HEARING DISORDERS IN DENTAL LABORATORY JAKARTA

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 80
Author(s):  
Sri Wiwik Wiyanti ◽  
Endang Prawesthi ◽  
Mujiwati Mujiwati
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Noise Intensity ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
P Value ◽  
Hearing Disorders ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Worker Characteristics ◽  
Years Of Service ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
The Relationship

Background: Along with the development of processing goods using machine tools and equipment as well as the use of chemicals, one of the impacts is loud or noisy sound, which can be interpreted as unwanted sound or exceeding threshold and has an opportunity to damage hearing so that can be detrimental. Purpose: To analyze the relationship between the noise intensity and worker’s characteristics with hearing disorders at the Dental Engineering Laboratory in the Jakarta area in 2020. Method: This research was an analytical study with a descriptive cross-sectional design with a sample of 30 dental technicians who work in a dental engineering laboratory in the Jakarta area. Each area is taken 6 people. Measurement of noise in the laboratory with a sound level meter and measurement of hearing loss with audiometry. Result: Workers whose noise intensity is >85 dBA have hearing loss, workers whose noise intensity is 85 dBA, 4 people who have hearing loss, workers aged >40 years have hearing loss, while among workers aged ≤40 years, there are 7 people experiencing hearing disorders. workers with >5 years of service experience hearing loss, while among workers 5 years of service, none have hearing loss. Conclusion: There is a significant between noise intensity with hearing loss (p-value = 0.011), it isn’t significant between age with hearing loss (p-value = 0.0563), and it isn’t significant between tenure with hearing loss (p-value = 0.06).

scholarly journals Influencing Factors of Hearing Disorder in Helicopter and Casa Pilots

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nurfitriyana Nurfitriyana ◽  
July Ivone ◽  
Pramusinto Adhy
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Noise Exposure ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Aircraft Noise ◽  
Hearing Disorder ◽  
Noise Induced Hearing Loss ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) is a hearing disorder caused by noise. Noise with the intensity of 85 decibels (dB)or higher may damage the corti hearing receptor. Pilot is one of the riskiest occupations due to frequent noise exposure from aircraft machine. This research aimed to identify the influence of aircraft noise levels on hearing disorder of both helicopter and casa pilots. This is observational analytical research with cross-sectional design, involving 30 helicopter pilots and 30 casa pilots. The diagnosis of hearing disorder was done using secondary data from medical records. The aircraft noise was measured by sound level meter, the other risk factors were observed with questionnaire. Data were analyzed by chi-square with ?=0,05. The results showed that aircraft noise (p=0,009; OR=4,929), duration of working period (p=0,026; OR=8,308), and flight hours (p=0,006; OR=3,222) were related with hearing disorder, but not age (p=0,093; OR=3,222). We concluded aircraft noise, duration of the working period, and flight hours are related to hearing disorder of the pilots.   Keywords: hearing disorder; pilot; noise; noise-induced hearing loss

scholarly journals Prevalensi dan Faktor Risiko Tuli Akibat Bising pada Operator Mesin Kapal Feri

2013 ◽  
Vol 7 (12) ◽  
pp. 545
Author(s):  
Jumali Jumali ◽  
Sumadi Sumadi ◽  
Sylvia Andriani ◽  
Misbahul Subhi ◽  
Damianus Suprijanto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Pure Tone ◽  
Noise Intensity ◽  
Noise Exposure ◽  
Noise Induced Hearing Loss ◽  
Affecting Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Intensity Measurements ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Kebisingan ruang mesin dapat menyebabkan gangguan pendengaran. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menganalisis prevalensi tuli akibat bising Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) dan faktor yang memengaruhi pada operator mesin kapal feri penyeberangan Ketapang-Gilimanuk. Penelitian observasional dengan pendekatan cross sectional ini menggunakan metode pengumpulan data dengan wawancara, pengukuran intensitas kebisingan ruang mesin dan pemeriksaan audiometri terhadap operator. Besar sampel adalah 66 operator dari 36 kapal feri yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi dipilih secara acak. Hasil studi menunjukkan 36% kapal memiliki intensitas kebisingan ² 85 dBA dan 64% > 85 dBA. Pemeriksaan audiometri dengan nada murni pada 66 operator didapatkan 34,85% responden mengalami NIHL. Hasil analisis regresi logistik menunjukkan faktor dominan yang memengaruhi NIHL adalah usia dan lama paparan (p < 0,05). Hasil uji kai kuadrat didapatkan intensitas kebisingan berpengaruh signifikan terhadap NIHL setelah dikoreksi dengan umur dan lama paparan (p < 0,05). Disarankan untuk mengurangi waktu paparan terhadap operator yang terpajan kebisingan tinggi dan menjaga jarak antara operator dengan sumber kebisingan untuk meminimalkan pajanan bising.Engine room noise can cause hearing loss. The objective of this research was to analyze the prevalence of Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) and its affecting factors on machinery ferry operators at Ketapang-Gilimanuk. This was an observational with cross sectional design, the techniques for collecting data were interviews, noise intensity measurements and audiometric examination.The sample was 66 operators who were selected randomly after inclusion. The study results showed that 36% of ferry have noise intensity ² 85 dBA and 64% have > 85 dBA. The audiometric examination with pure tone result of the 66 operators showed that 34.85% of respondent had NIHL. The age and length of exposure affected NIHL incidence (p < 0.05). While the noise intensity affected the incidence of NIHL (p > 0.05) together with age and lenght of exposure. It is important to reduce exposure time of noisy operations on workers, automation of activities and increase the distance between workers and noisy equipment to minimise the noise exposure.

scholarly journals FAKTOR YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN GANGGUAN PENDENGARAN PADA PEKERJA YANG TERPAPAR BISING DI UNIT SPINNING I PT. SINAR PANTJA DJAJA SEMARANG

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 140 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pristi Rahayu ◽  
Eram Tunggul Pawenang
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Noise Intensity ◽  
Communication Disorders ◽  
The Body ◽  
Fisher Exact Test ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Shift Workers ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
The Right

Penggunaan mesin dalam kegiatan produksi dapat menimbulkan masalah kebisingan yang mempunyai pengaruh luas pada gangguan indera pendengaran, gangguan komunikasi, gangguan tidur, gangguan pelaksanaan tugas, perasaan tidak senang, dan gangguan faal tubuh. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian analitik dengan desain studi cross sectional. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah pekerja shift 2 unit spinning 1 yang berjumlah 75 pekerja. Sampel ditentukan dengan proportional sampling didapat jumlah 44 sampel. Pengambilan data dilakukan dengan cara pengisian kuesioner, pengukuran intensitas kebisingan, dan pengukuran audiometri. Analisis data dilakukan secara univariat dan bivariat menggunakan uji Fisher Exact (α=0,005). Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan ada hubungan antara usia  (p =0,001 telinga kanan dan  p=0,003 telinga kiri), penempatan kerja (p=0,036 pada kedua telinga), intensitas kebisingan (p=0,036 pada kedua telinga), lama paparan (p=0,001 pada kedua telinga) dengan gangguan pendengaran. Dan tidak ada hubungan antara penggunaan APT dengan gangguan pendengaran (p=0,282 pada telinga kanan dan   p=0,722 pada telinga kiri). Saran yang peneliti rekomendasikan bagi pekerja adalah mentaati kebijakan yang berhubungan dengan pengendalian kebisingan, saling mengingatkan untuk menggunakan APT selama bekerja. Bagi perusahaan diharapkan dapat memasang noise barrier dan membuat kebijakan yang berhubungan dengan pengendalian kebisingan.   Using  machines in production activities can cause noise problems that have a large effect on the sense of hearing disorders, communication disorders, sleep disorders, disorders of task execution, displeasure, and disorders of the body physiology. This research was an analytical study with cross sectional design. Population in this study were the second shift workers spinning unit 1, amounting 75 workers. Sample was determined by proportional sampling obtained number 44 samples. Data were collected by means of questionnaires, noise intensity measurements, and audiometric measurements. Data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate Fisher Exact test (α = 0.005). Results of this study showed relationship between age (p=0.001 right ear and p=0.003 left ear), work placement (p =0.036 in both ears), noise intensity (p=0.036 in both ears), duration of exposure (p = 0.001 on both ears) with hearing loss. And there is no relationship between using APT with hearing loss (p=0.282 in the right ear and p=0.722 in the left ear). Suggestions researchers recommend for workers are to obey the policy relating to the control of noise, remind each other to use APT for work. For companies are expected to install noise barriers and create policies relating to noise control.  

scholarly journals FAKTOR PENYEBAB HEARING LOSS PADA PEKERJA DI BAGIAN PRODUKSI PT. ADI SATRIA ABADI, YOGYAKARTA

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Machfudz Eko Arianto ◽  
Julian Dwi Saptadi
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Hearing Impairment ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Noise Intensity ◽  
Smoking Behavior ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sound Level Meter ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Meter

ABSTRAKKebisingan merupakan salah satu faktor bahaya fisik yang sering dijumpai di lingkungan kerja. PT. Adi Satria Abadi merupakan industri di bidang penyamakan kulit yang berlokasi di Yogyakarta memiliki tingkat kebisingan yaitu ruang Spray (89,2 dB), ruang Stacking (87,1 dB), mesin Setter (88,6 dB), mesin milling (90,8 dB), mesin Shaving (86,6 dB), risiko kebisingan yang melebihi NAB dapat berakibat menurunnya tingkat pendengaran. Tujuan dari penelitian ini mengetahui faktor yang berhubungan dengan Hearing Loss pada pekerja di bagian Produksi PT. Adi Satria Abadi Kota Yogyakarta. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan jenis penelitian observasional analitik menggunakan desain cross sectional untuk mencari hubungan antara variabel bebas dan variabel terikat. Jumlah sampel sebesar 70 orang. Sampel dilakukan dengan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling dengan dasar pertimbangan memenuhi kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini lembar data responden, checklist observasi dan sound level meter untuk mengukur kebisingan. Teknik analisis data ini menggunakan analisis univariat dan bivariat menggunakan uji korelasi Spearman. Hasil analisis menunjukkan ada hubungan yang signifikan antara intensitas kebisingan dengan gangguan fungsi pendengaran (p-value= 0,000 dan rs = 0,531). Ada hubungan yang signifikan antara umur dengan gangguan fungsi pendengaran (p-value= 0,001 dan rs = 0,433). Ada hubungan yang signifikan antara pemakaian alat pelindung telinga dengan gangguan fungsi pendengaran (p-value= 0,001 dan rs = 0,433). Ada hubungan yang signifikan antara perilaku merokok dengan gangguan fungsi pendengaran (p-value 0,021 dan rs = 0,221). Kesimpulan terdapat hubungan antara intensitas kebisingan, umur, pemakaian APD dan perilaku merokok dengan kejadian hearing loss pada pekerja di bagian produksi PT. Adi Satria Abadi, Yogyakarta.Kata-kata kunci: Instensitas kebisingan, Umur, APD, Perilaku merokok, Hearing LossABSTRACTNoise is one of the physical hazard factors that are often encountered in the work environment. PT. Adi Satria Abadi is an industry in the field of leather tanning located in Yogyakarta that has noise levels namely Spray room (89.2 dB), Stacking room (87.1 dB), Setter machine (88.6 dB), milling machine (90.8 dB), Shaving machines (86.6 dB), the risk of noise exceeding the NAB can result in decreased hearing levels. The purpose of this study is to find out the factors associated with Hearing Loss in workers in the Production of PT. Adi Satria Abadi City of Yogyakarta. This study uses a quantitative method with an analytic observational type using a cross sectional design to find the relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable. The number of samples is 70 people. The sample is done by using a purposive sampling technique on the basis of consideration of fulfilling inclusion and exclusion criteria. The instruments used in this study were respondent data sheets, observation checklist and sound level meter to measure noise. This data analysis technique uses univariate analysis, and bivariate using the Spearman correlation test. The results of the analysis showed that there was a significant relationship between noise intensity and hearing impairment (p = 0,000 and rs = 0,531). There was a significant relationship between age and hearing impairment (p = 0.001 and rs = 0.433). There is a significant relationship between the use of ear protectors with hearing impairment (p = 0.001 and rs = 0.433). There was a significant relationship between smoking behavior and hearing impairment (p = 0.021 and rs = 0.221). Conclusion there is a relationship between noise intensity, age, use of PPE and smoking behavior with the incidence of hearing loss in workers in the production of PT. Adi Satria Abadi, Yogyakarta.Keywords: noise intensity, age, PPE, smoking behavior, hearing loss

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN BISING DAN FUNGSI PENDENGARAN PADA TEKNISI MESIN KAPAL YANG BERSANDAR DI PELABUHAN BITUNG

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nina P. Lumonang ◽  
Maya Moningka ◽  
Vennetia R. Danes
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Noise Intensity ◽  
Noise Exposure ◽  
Technological Development ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hearing Function ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract: Noise is one of the unavoidable problems as a result of technological development. Hearing loss due to noise is called sensorineural hearing loss, which is oftenly not realized because it does not disturb daily conversation. Risk factors of hearing loss are inter alia noise intensity, length of employment, length of noise exposure in a day, and the usage of Ear Protective Equipment (EPE). This study aimed to determine the relationship between noise and hearing function among ship engine technicians in Bitung Port. This was an analytical study using a cross-sectional design. Samples consisted of 20 respondents. Noise measurement obtained noise intensities of 87 dB and 93 dB. Of 20 respondents, there were 7 exposed to over a predetermined noise. The audiometric examination showed 3 of 20 respondents (15%) with hearing loss. The bivariate analysis showed a significant relationship between hearing loss and noise intensity (p = 0.008). Conclusion: There was a significant relationship between noise and hearing function among ship engine technicians in Bitung port.Keywords: noise, ship engines technician, hearingAbstrak: Kebisingan merupakan salah satu masalah yang tidak dapat dihindari akibat kemajuan teknologi. Gangguan pendengaran akibat bising ialah tuli sensorineural, yang pada awalnya tidak disadari, karena belum mengganggu percakapan sehari-hari. Faktor resiko terjadinya tuli ialah antara lain intensitas bising, lama masa kerja, lama terpajan bising dalam sehari, ketaatan pemakaian Alat Pelindung Telinga (APT). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menentukan adanya hubungan antara bising dan fungsi pendengaran pada teknisi mesin kapal yang bersandar di Pelabuhan Bitung. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode analitik dengan rancangan potong lintang. Sampel berjumlah 20 orang. Hasil pengukuran kebisingan mendapatkan intensitas bising 87 dB dan 93 dB. Dari 20 petugas hanya 7 orang yang bekerja melebihi NAB kebisingan yang telah ditetapkan. Hasil pemeriksaan dengan audiometri mendapatkan 3 orang (15%) yang menderita tuli dan 17 orang (85%) normal. Analisis bivariat menunjukkan terdapat hubungan bermakna antara gangguan pendengaran dan intensitas bising (p=0,008). Simpulan: Terdapat hubungan bermakna antara bising dan fungsi pendengaran pada teknisi mesin kapal di pelabuhan Bitung.Kata kunci: bising, teknisi mesin kapal, fungsi pendengaran

scholarly journals PENGARUH KEBISINGAN MESIN LAS DISEL LISTRIK TERHADAP FUNGSI PENDENGARAN PADA PEKERJA BENGKEL LAS DI KECAMATAN MAPANGET KOTA MANADO

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ivana Angelia Koagouw ◽  
Wenny Supit ◽  
Jimmy F. Rumampuk
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Sound Level Meter ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hearing Function ◽  
Statistical Program ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Level Meter ◽  
Auditory Functions

Abstrac: Noise is unwanted sound such  as noise that comes from. Noise at high intensity that long exposes to people  can cause interference both on auditory and also on non-auditory functions. The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of noise diesel electric welding machine to the auditory function, both subjective and objective.This research is an analytic survey with a cross-sectional design. The Population samples are from 30 people that wasobtained through questionnaire. Then performedin the examinationofauditory function using audiometer in Prof. dr.R. DKandou General Hospital Manado. Previous measurement of  noise levels welding workshop conducted by measuring the Sound Level Meter. Data were analyzed using the Statistical Product and Service Solution Program (SPSS) and using Fisher's Exact test.The results show that workers with exposure noise  > 90 dB, a total of  27 workers with a percentage (90%) have hearing loss and 3 workers with the percentage (10%) do not hearing loss. Analytical results obtained by Fisher’s Exact show that there is a significant relationship between the effect of noise on hearing function (p = 0,002). Conclusion: Based on these results it can be concluded, that there is a significant relationship between the effect of noise on significan hearing function. Key Words: Noise, Hearing Function   Abstrak: Kebisingan adalah suara yang tidak dikehendaki seperti  suara yang bersumber dari bising mesin las disel listrik. Kebisingan pada intensitas tinggi dan dipaparkan dengan jangka waktu yang lama pada orang  dapat menimbulkan gangguan fungsi pendengaran dan juga pada fungsi non pendengaran. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui pengaruh kebisingan mesin las disel listrik terhadap fungsi pendengaran, baik subjektif dan objektif.Penelitian ini bersifat survey analitik dengan desain potong lintang.Populasi sebanyak 30 orang yang di peroleh melalui kuesioner.Kemudian dilakukan fungsi pendengaran di RSUP. Prof. dr. R. D. Kandou Manado yaitu pemeriksaan audiometer. Sebelumnya pengukuran tingkat kebisingan bengkel las dilakukan dengan pengukuran Sound Level Meter. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan Statistical  Program Product and Service Solution (SPSS) dan menggunakan uji Fisher Exact. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sebanyak 27 pekerja mengalami paparan kebisingan  90 dB, dengan presentrase (90%) mengalami gangguan pendengaran dan 3 pekerja (10%) tidak mengalami gangguan pendengaran. Hasil analisis Fisher Exact menyatakan terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara pengaruh kebisingan terhadap fungsi pendengaran (p = 0,002). Simpulan: Berdasarkan hasil penelitian maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa ada hubungan yang signifikan antara pengaruh kebisingan terhadap fungsi pendengaran. Kata Kunci : Kebisingan, Fungsi Pendengaran

scholarly journals Impact of sound levels and patient-related factors on sleep of patients in the intensive care unit: a cross-sectional cohort study

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Piotr F. Czempik ◽  
Agnieszka Jarosińska ◽  
Krystyna Machlowska ◽  
Michał P. Pluta
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care Unit ◽  
Intensive Care ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Sleep Duration ◽  
Smartphone Application ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sound Levels ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Sleep disruption is common in patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). The aim of the study was to measure sound levels during sleep-protected time in the ICU, determine sources of sound, assess the impact of sound levels and patient-related factors on duration and quality of patients' sleep. The study was performed between 2018 and 2019. A commercially available smartphone application was used to measure ambient sound levels. Sleep duration was measured using the Patient's Sleep Behaviour Observational Tool. Sleep quality was assessed using the Richards-Campbell Sleep Questionnaire (RCSQ). The study population comprised 18 (58%) men and 13 (42%) women. There were numerous sources of sound. The median duration of sleep was 5 (IQR 3.5–5.7) hours. The median score on the RCSQ was 49 (IQR 28–71) out of 100 points. Sound levels were negatively correlated with sleep duration. The cut-off peak sound level, above which sleep duration was shorter than mean sleep duration in the cohort, was 57.9 dB. Simple smartphone applications can be useful to estimate sound levels in the ICU. There are numerous sources of sound in the ICU. Individual units should identify and eliminate their own sources of sound. Sources of sound producing peak sound levels above 57.9 dB may lead to shorter sleep and should be eliminated from the ICU environment. The sound levels had no effect on sleep quality.

scholarly journals Dual Effects of Hearing Loss and Dementia on Functional Limitations in Older Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 214-214
Author(s):  
Michael McKee ◽  
Yunshu Zhou ◽  
Joshua Ehrlich ◽  
Elham Mahmoudi ◽  
Jennifer Deal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Household Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Lower Mobility ◽  
Independent Effects ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Age-related hearing loss (HL) is both common and associated with elevated risk for cognitive decline and poorer health. To care for an aging population, it is critical to understand the effect of coexisting HL and dementia on functional activities. The effect of co-existing dementia and self-reported HL on daily functioning were assessed. A cross-sectional analysis was performed using nationally-representative data from the 2015 National Health and Aging Trends Study consisting of U.S. adults 65+. The sample included 1,829 adults with HL (22.8%) and 5,338 adults without HL. Multivariable Poisson regression was used to model the independent effects and interaction of self-reported HL and dementia status on three validated functional activity scales (self-care, mobility, and household). All analyses adjusted for sociodemographic and medical factors. HL participants were more likely to be white, older, male, less educated (p &lt;0.01). 8.4% had possible dementia and 6.5% had probable dementia. Respondents with HL or possible or probable dementia had significantly lower mobility, self-care, and household activity scores (p&lt;.001 for all comparisons) compared to their peers. A small yet significant interaction was present in all models, suggesting that HL respondents with co-occurring dementia had lower mobility, self-care, and household activity scores than predicted by the independent effects of dementia and self-reported HL (p&lt;.001 for all comparisons). Older adults with co-occurring dementia and HL are at increased risk for poor functioning and should be screened by healthcare providers. Future work should consider the impact of intervention in this vulnerable/at-risk population.

scholarly journals CORRELATION BETWEEN SMOKE-FREE AREAS AND SMOKING BEHAVIOR IN INDONESIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 117
Author(s):  
Mohamad Anis Fahmi
Keyword(s):  
Public Awareness ◽  
Smoking Behavior ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Computer Application ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Positive Correlation ◽  
The Government ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
The Impact

Background: Low public awareness of the impact of smoking makes the implementation of smoke-free areas (KTR) difficult. Smoke-free areas aim to protect the public from the direct and indirect effects of smoking. Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the correlation between the application of smoke-free areas and the prevalence of active and ex-smokers in Indonesia. Method: This study implemented a cross-sectional design, using secondary data from the Riskesdas 2018 on active and ex-smokers. KTR application data were obtained from the Profile of Non-Communicable Diseases in 2016. A Pearson product-moment test was conducted by a computer application to determine the correlation coefficient (r). This coefficient was used to describe the level of correlation between the two variables; significance was determined as a p value of 5%. Results: This study showed that the average application of KTR throughout Indonesia was 50.83%, active smokers comprised 23.49% of the population, and ex-smokers comprised 4.94%. Most active smokers were in Java and Sumatra, while the majority of ex-smokers were in Java and Sulawesi and the majority of KTR was in Java. This study shows that there is a positive correlation between KTR application and the percentage of ex-smokers (r = 0.46; p value = 0.01). Conclusion: There is a positive correlation between the application of KTR and an increase in ex-smokers. The government needs to increase the application of KTR policies.

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