scholarly journals Analysis of the knowledge on Legal and Forensic Dentistry and Health Legislation and Regulations by Dentists and Stomatologists in the Valencian Community and its relationship with five background factors

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martina Sánchez Gisbert ◽  
Marina Gisbert Grifo ◽  
Chirag C. Sheth
Keyword(s):  
Forensic Science ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Legal Protection ◽  
Forensic Dentistry ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
University Teachers ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Training ◽  
Health Legislation

Abstract The main objective of this study is to analyse the background and knowledge of Spanish dentists and stomatologists registered in Alicante, Castellón and Valencia, the three provinces that make up the Valencian Community, with regard to forensic dentistry and the current Spanish health legislation and regulations, and to try to quantify the relationship between level of training, specialisation, work experience, position and workplace, and degree of knowledge.An anonymous survey was designed and validated, consisting of thirty-three multiple-choice questions. The survey included questions regarding their professional background and key questions regarding current dental law, forensic science and expertise. Members' level of knowledge of legal and forensic dentistry, health legislation and regulations in the Valencian Community is moderate, with only 63% of the questions answered correctly. Neither their level of education nor work experience correlates significantly with their degree of knowledge. Dentists specialising in General and Aesthetics Dentistry were found to be more knowledgeable about ethical issues. Regarding the workplace, those working as university teachers tended to stand out from the other professionals in terms of legal and ethical knowledge whilst self-employed and employee dentists show a lower level of knowledge than the rest of the sample.The conclusions obtained from this study highlight the need for dentists to complete and update their knowledge of forensic science and current health legislation, as having proper knowledge is a means of avoiding possible legal problems, which not only means better legal protection for the dentist but is also a means of guaranteeing adequate patient care.

scholarly journals "Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Health Legislation and Regulations by Dentists and Stomatologists in the Valencian Community: A KAP Analysis".

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martina Sánchez Gisbert ◽  
Marina Gisbert Grifo ◽  
Chirag C. Sheth
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Legal Protection ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Email Address ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Training ◽  
Health Legislation ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Background: The main objective of this study is to analyse the background and knowledge, attitudes and practices of Spanish dentists and stomatologists registered in Alicante, Castellón and Valencia, the three provinces that make up the Valencian Community, with regard to current Spanish health legislation and regulations, and to try to quantify the relationship between level of training, specialisation, work experience, position and workplace, and degree of knowledge. Methods: An anonymous survey was designed, consisting of thirty-three multiple-choice questions, checked beforehand by a statistician and validated by nine dentists and stomatologists from different specialisations, via an online platform called SurveyMonkey®. The validated survey included questions regarding their professional background and key questions regarding current dental law and expertise. The link and QR code (Quick Response) for taking the survey was sent via the official email address of each province's College of Dentists and Stomatologists, so that members could take the survey online for a limited period of time. Results: Members' level of knowledge of health legislation and regulations in the Valencian Community is moderate, with only 63% of the questions answered correctly. Neither their level of education nor work experience correlates significantly with their degree of knowledge. Dentists specialising in General and Aesthetics Dentistry were found to be more knowledgeable about ethical issues. Regarding the workplace, those working as university teachers tended to stand out from the other professionals in terms of legal and ethical knowledge whilst self-employed and employee dentists show a lower level of knowledge than the rest of the sample. Conclusions: The conclusions obtained from this study highlight the need for dentists to complete and update their knowledge of current health legislation, as having proper knowledge is a means of avoiding possible legal problems, which not only means better legal protection for the dentist but is also a means of guaranteeing adequate patient care.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Health Legislation and Regulations by Dentists and Stomatologists in the Valencian Community: A KAP Analysis.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martina Sánchez Gisbert ◽  
Marina Gisbert Grifo ◽  
Chirag C. Sheth
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Legal Protection ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Email Address ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Training ◽  
Health Legislation ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Background The main objective of this study is to analyse the background and knowledge, attitudes and practices of Spanish dentists and stomatologists registered in Alicante, Castellón and Valencia, the three provinces that make up the Valencian Community, with regard to current Spanish health legislation and regulations, and to try to quantify the relationship between level of training, specialisation, work experience, position and workplace, and degree of knowledge. Methods An anonymous survey was designed, consisting of thirty-three multiple-choice questions, checked beforehand by a statistician and validated by nine dentists and stomatologists from different specialisations, via an online platform called SurveyMonkey®. The validated survey included questions regarding their professional background and key questions regarding current dental law and expertise. The link and QR code (Quick Response) for taking the survey was sent via the official email address of each province's College of Dentists and Stomatologists, so that members could take the survey online for a limited period of time. Results Members' level of knowledge of health legislation and regulations in the Valencian Community is moderate, with only 63% of the questions answered correctly. Neither their level of education nor work experience correlates significantly with their degree of knowledge. Dentists specialising in General and Aesthetics Dentistry were found to be more knowledgeable about ethical issues. Regarding the workplace, those working as university teachers tended to stand out from the other professionals in terms of legal and ethical knowledge whilst self-employed and employee dentists show a lower level of knowledge than the rest of the sample. Conclusions The conclusions obtained from this study highlight the need for dentists to complete and update their knowledge of current health legislation, as having proper knowledge is a means of avoiding possible legal problems, which not only means better legal protection for the dentist but is also a means of guaranteeing adequate patient care.

scholarly journals A survey of social workers in Aotearoa New Zealand about their professional use of social media

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 35-47
Author(s):  
Deb Stanfield
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Work ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Social Workers ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Internet Survey ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand ◽  
Use Of Social Media

INTRODUCTION: The aim of this article is to report findings from a survey which provides an overall beginning picture of how Aotearoa New Zealand social workers operate in their social media landscape, and an account of their opinions and attitudes about the professional social work use of social media.METHODS: A self-administered internet survey which sits within the context of a mixed methods research design, gathered broad, shallow, mainly quantitative data (QUAN-qual) from 342 Aotearoa New Zealand social workers about their professional participation in social media. Using Likert-type scales and multiple-choice questions, information was sought about the social work experience (behaviour, opinions/attitudes) of using social media for professional reasons, including motivations, limitations and challenges.FINDINGS: Fewer than half of the respondents reported using social media for professional reasons, and there was reticence amongst participants about the professional value of social media. Concerns about privacy, security and ethical issues were presented as primary limitations to the use of social media by both users and non-users—however, non-users were more likely to be prevented by their employers from using social media and, on average, maintained a more neutral stance regarding their interest in using it.CONCLUSION: The analysis of findings from this survey offer insight into areas of potential development, leadership and research regarding social worker use of social media in this country.

Crime-Preventing Neurointerventions and the Law

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa Forsberg
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Human Rights ◽  
Sex Offenders ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Medical Law ◽  
Human Rights Law ◽  
Mental Health Legislation ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Legal Regimes ◽  
Health Legislation

Anti-libidinal interventions (ALIs) are a type of crime-preventing neurointervention (CPN) already in use in many jurisdictions. This chapter examines different types of legal regimes under which ALIs might be provided to sex offenders. The types of legal regimes examined are dedicated statutes that directly provide for ALI use, consensual ALI provision under general medical law principles, mental health legislation providing for ALI use (exemplified by the mental health regime in England and Wales), and European human rights law as it pertains to ALI provision. The chapter considers what we might learn from ALIs in respect of likely or possible arrangements for the provision of other CPNs, and draws attention to some ethical issues raised by each of these types of regime, worth keeping in mind when considering arrangements for CPN provision.

Effectiveness of Lecture cum demonstration on Knowledge and practice regarding Intravenous cannulation among staff nurses working in selected hospital

2021 ◽  
pp. 275-282
Author(s):  
Patricia Reddy ◽  
Ancy Ramesh
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Demographic Variable ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Staff Nurses ◽  
Medical Procedure ◽  
Success Rates ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Knowledge And Practice

Background: The skill of intravenous cannulation must be practiced regularly to maintain a high level of competency. This is important to gain quick and efficient intravenous access in populations when required. The insertion of intravenous catheters into peripheral veins is probably the most commonly performed invasive medical procedure in hospitals. This procedure could be difficult sometimes requiring several attempts and causing distress to patients. The high success rates of nurses in intravenous cannulation have been due to the frequent performance of intravenous cannulation Objectives: 1. To assess the existing knowledge regarding intravenous cannulation among staff nurses working in selected hospital. 2. To observe the existing practice regarding intravenous cannulation among nurses. 3. To assess the effectiveness of lecture cum demonstration regarding Intravenous cannulation among staff nurses. 4. To observe the practice of staff nurses regarding intravenous cannulation after lecture cum demonstration. 5. To correlate the knowledge and practice of staff nurses regarding intravenous cannulation .Methodology: Pre experimental one group pre test post test design. Material: Structured knowledge questionnaire and Observational checklist adopted as per WHO guidelines.Sample size: 60. Result: Among the 60 samples, according to age, 39(65%)of subjects were of 21-30 years of age, 14(23.33%) were of 31-40 years, 7(11.67%) were of 41-50 years and no subjects were above 50 yearsAccording to the educational qualification, 38(58.33%) of the subjects were with the qualification of general nurse midwives, 12(20%) were B.sc nursing, 13(21.67%) were PB.B.sc Nursing.Majority of the subjects 45% have work experience of less than 2 years, 23.33% have 3-5 years, 20% have 6-8 years and 11.67% of them have work experience of more than 8 years In relation to area of work, 26.67% of the subjects each were from the Medicine ward and surgical ward, 21.66%were from Intensive care unit and 25% of them were from Casualty/Emergency ward. post test majority of the subjects gained Knowledge regarding intravenous cannulation. 34 (56.67%) subjects had good level of Knowledge score and 23(43.33%) subjects had average level of Knowledge. None of the samples have poor level of Knowledge. the post test the findings shows that 57(95%) subjects had satisfactory level of practice whereas only 3(5%) of subjects had unsatisfactory level of practice. The mean pretest knowledge score was 15.28 and post test knowledge score was 26.58. The mean practice score 7.61 and posttest practice score was 13.76. Student’s paired ‘t’ test is applied at 5% level of significance and The calculated‘t’ value for overall knowledge score of subjects was 35.51 and the calculated ‘t’ value for overall practice score of subjects was 23.44 that statistically interpreted that the lecture cum demonstration regarding intravenous cannulation was effective in increasing the Knowledge and practice of subject. There was significant association between selected demographic variable of year of experience with their pretest knowledge, whereas other demographic variables are not significantly associated.The correlation coefficient of post test knowledge and post test practice score was ‘r’ 0.21, which is indicates a positive correlation. Conclusion: The knowledge of the target population was significantly increased, and there was significant improvement in the level of practice after receiving lecture cum demonstration regarding intravenous cannulation. The improvement in knowledge and practice was found in all subjects irrespective of their demographic variable

scholarly journals SEPSIS POR PROCEDERES, NIVEL DE CONOCIMIENTO DE LOS PROFESIONALES DE LA ENFERMERÍA EN VILLA CLARA, CUBA

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anabel Sarduy ◽  
Leticia Da Costa Leites ◽  
Adniel Díaz Hernández
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Probabilistic Method ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Care Process ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Grade Point ◽  
Endotracheal Aspiration ◽  
Important Health ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Nursing Professionals

Las infecciones originadas durante el proceso asistencial hospitalario, son un importante problema de salud de notable actualidad por la morbilidad y mortalidad que producen. Determinar el nivel de conocimientos de los profesionales de enfermería que laboran en las unidades de atención al paciente grave en la prevención de la sepsis por procederes. El tipo de investigación fue Investigación descriptiva, transversal, con sede en el Hospital Universitario Arnaldo Milián Castro de Villa Clara en el período de junio 2013-2014. El universo del estudio lo constituyeron 130 enfermeros y la muestra seleccionada por el método probabilístico aleatorio por conglomerados quedó conformada por 44. Se utilizó el cuestionario como instrumento. En el estudio participaron licenciados en enfermería y enfermeros técnicos, los profesionales con experiencia laboral entre 1 y 5 años fueron más cuantiosos, todos los conglomerados presentaron representantes en el estudio siendo los de más número las Unidades de Cuidados Intensivos de Adultos 1 y 2; las preguntas que menos respuestas correctas recibieron y mayor frecuencia de error mostraron fueron la 1, 10, 2, 16, 18, 19, 13, 5, 15 y 20, resultando deficiencias los contenidos que en ellas se tratan: proceso de limpieza, descontaminación, desinfección y esterilización, sustancias que se utilizan con este fin, abordaje venoso y aspiración endotraqueal principalmente; las preguntas que lograron mayor promedio de calificación fueron la 4 y la 7 con 5 puntos cada una. El nivel de conocimiento fue considerado como bueno en el 22.70% de la muestra estudiada.ABSTRACTThe infections originated during the hospital care process, are an important health problem of notable relevance due to the morbidity and mortality they produce. Todetermine the level of knowledge of the nursing professionals who work in the units of attention to the serious patient in the prevention of the sepsis by means of procedures. The type of research was Descriptive, cross-sectional research, based at the Arnaldo Milián Castro University Hospital of Villa Clara in the period of June 2013-2014. The universe of the study consisted of 130 nurses and the sample selected by the random probability probabilistic method by clusters was conformed by 44. The questionnaire was used as instrument. The study involved graduates in nursing and technical nurses, professionals with work experience between 1 and 5 years were more numerous, all conglomerates presented representatives in the study being the most number of Adult Intensive Care Units 1 and 2; The questions that received the least correct answers and the highest frequency of error showed were 1, 10, 2, 16, 18, 19, 13, 5, 15 and 20, resulting in deficiencies in the contents that they deal with: cleaning process, decontamination , Disinfection and sterilization, substances used for this purpose, venous approach and endotracheal aspiration mainly; The questions that achieved the highest grade point average were 4 and 7 with 5 points each. The level of knowledge was considered good in 22.70% of the sample studied

scholarly journals Levels of Knowledge in Nursing Students on Hemodynamic Monitoring

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-39
Author(s):  
Josip Brezić ◽  
Biljana Kurtović ◽  
Adriano Friganović
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Hemodynamic Monitoring ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Monitoring Methods ◽  
Adequate Level ◽  
Part Time ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The University

Introduction. Hemodynamic monitoring is of great importance because it covers all vital organic systems and their functioning, and any error in the interpretation of the monitored parameters can lead to a drastic deterioration of the patient’s condition and cause death. Aim. The aim of this study was to determine the levels of knowledge about hemodynamic monitoring of full-time and part-time students of the first, second, and third year of the undergraduate study of nursing at the University of Applied Health Sciences in Zagreb. Methods. A cross sectional study was conducted. The survey subjects were students at the University of Applied Health Sciences in Zagreb (N=280) in the period between December 2020 and February 2021. For the purposes of the study, the authors created a questionnaire that students filled in using an online platform, and the results of the questionnaire were anonymous. Results. The research found that most students have an adequate level of knowledge in the field of hemodynamic monitoring. By determining differences in knowledge of part-time and full-time nursing students, it was observed that students with work experience showed statistically significantly better results (p<0.05). Conclusion. The conducted study showed an adequate level of knowledge of nursing studies, since a high number of students, outside of their faculty obligations, have not been in contact with hemodynamic monitoring. The specificity and complexity of work in the intensive care unit comes from a particularly vulnerable population of patients who require maximum care, which is why nurses need continuous education, skill improvement, and training regarding new monitoring methods.

Junior doctors' experience and knowledge of procedures in compulsory psychiatric admissions in Ireland

2001 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Geraldine Swift ◽  
M Nasir ◽  
John D Sheehan ◽  
Patricia R Casey
Keyword(s):  
Response Rate ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Current Debate ◽  
Junior Doctors ◽  
Legal Requirements ◽  
Training Scheme ◽  
Psychiatric Admissions ◽  
Mental Health Legislation ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Health Legislation

AbstractObjectives: Prompted by the current debate in Ireland regarding involuntary detention, we undertook a survey of psychiatric trainees to examine their level of knowledge of the legislation governing such admissions.Method: Eighty psychiatric trainees working in centres affiliated to a particular training scheme were invited to complete a purpose-designed instrument.Results: Response rate was 52/80. Trainees were well informed concerning the procedures necessary to initiate detention. Their knowledge of the legal indications for involuntary detention and restrictions on its duration was patchy.Conclusions: We suggest that training in the area of mental health legislation needs to be increased and to focus on satisfying legal requirements in real-life scenarios.

scholarly journals Who or What Influences the Individuals’ Decision-Making Process Regarding Vaccinations?

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (12) ◽  
pp. 4461 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hanna Czajka ◽  
Szymon Czajka ◽  
Paweł Biłas ◽  
Paulina Pałka ◽  
Szczepan Jędrusik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Demographic Data ◽  
Medical Community ◽  
Vaccine Hesitancy ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Vaccine Preventable Diseases ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Grade Scale ◽  
High Quality Information ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Global And Local

Thanks to vaccines, many people are not exposed to the risks associated with vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs). This, however, results in growing popularity of antivaccine movements and affects global and local epidemiological situation. Vaccine hesitancy has become a significant problem not only for epidemiologists but also for practitioners. Fortunately, the hesitant group seems to be vulnerable to intervention, and studies indicate that these patients can be persuaded to undergo vaccinations. The aim of the present study was to determine the factors most strongly affecting vaccination-related attitudes and decisions. An anonymous, self-administered survey consisting of demographic data and single select multiple-choice questions regarding vaccination was conducted. The voluntary study included secondary school pupils, medical and nonmedical students, healthcare professionals, hospital and clinic patients as well as parents. A total of 7950 survey forms were distributed between January 2018 and June 2019 in south-eastern Poland. A total of 6432 respondents (80.2%) completed a questionnaire that was eligible for analysis. The positive attitude toward vaccination was significantly affected by older age, by the fact of obtaining information on vaccinations from a physician, this information’s higher quality (assessed in school grade scale), higher level of knowledge on vaccines and by the fact of denying the association between vaccination and autism in children (p < 0.001). The probability of supporting vaccinations was almost eight-fold lower among respondents believing the vaccine–autism relationship. Chance of supporting vaccination doubled in the group with a higher knowledge level. The individuals not provided with expert information on vaccination were twice as often unconvinced. Age, education and having children significantly affected the attitude toward influenza immunization (p < 0.001). Older, better educated respondents and those having children were more positive about vaccinations. The medical community still exert decisive effects on attitudes toward vaccinations. High-quality information provided by them is of great importance. Skillful and competent provision of evidence-based information disproving the myth about vaccine–autism connection and proper education of medical staff is essential in molding positive attitudes toward vaccinations.

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