Status quo of Nursing Informatics Competencies for Nurses Under Standardized Training -A Cross-Sectional Study (Preprint)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kejimu Sunzi ◽  
Cheng Lei ◽  
Zhuoyuanyuan Chen ◽  
Baolu Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Influencing Factors ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Professional Knowledge ◽  
Clinical Information ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Nursing Informatics ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Skills

BACKGROUND The rapid development of health information technology has an increasingly significant impact on nursing work. The development of informatization also puts forward higher requirements for nurses under standardized training (NUST). Informatics knowledge and skills are essential if clinicians are to master the large volume of information generated in healthcare today. Nurses with competent nursing informatics competencies (NIC) will be able to better adapt to the needs of work and the development of the times. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to explore, analyze, and discuss the current situation of NIC of NUST in China, and analyze the influencing factors, to provide references for improving the NIC of NUST. METHODS We conducted a cross-sectional survey of standard training nurses' NIC in a tertiary hospital in Sichuan Province, China, with convenience sampling. The study consists of two parts included socio-demographic characteristics and NIC, a self-designed general information questionnaire, and a Self-Assessment Nursing Informatics Competency Scale-SF28 were used as survey tools. An online survey collected the data, and the scores of nurses' NIC were analyzed, and the factors were determined by linear regression statistical analysis. RESULTS Overall 191 target population responded to the questionnaire, including 22 males (11.52%) and 169 females (88.48%), the age range was 21 to 28 years, the average age was 24.64 (SD 1.43). 53 persons without computer level certificate (27.75%), 138 persons with computer level certificate (72.25%), the total score of Self-Assessment Nursing Informatics Competency Scale was 68.65 (SD 10.47), the scores of each dimension were role of clinical information 10.12 (SD 2.17), basic computer knowledge and skills 26.64 (SD 4.96), application ability of computer skills 7.16 (SD 1.82), wireless equipment skills 8.02 (SD 2.04), nursing information attitude 16.73 (SD 3.25). In the analysis of influencing factors of NIC, “whether learned professional knowledge through the internet” is the influencing factor of NIC (P< .05). CONCLUSIONS The clinical nursing informatics (NC) of nurses was at a medium level, mainly influenced by “whether learned professional knowledge through the internet.” In the future regulation process, it is necessary to strengthen further the capacity training of information to improve their clinical information decision-making ability and better serve patients.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Pharmacists' Knowledge of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Medication Drug Plan Star Ratings

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 8
Author(s):  
Alyson O'Leary ◽  
Bella Mehta ◽  
Brianne Porter ◽  
Amy Lehman ◽  
Jennifer L. Rodis
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Community Setting ◽  
Further Education ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Actual Knowledge ◽  
Drug Plan ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
High Knowledge

Objectives: 1) Evaluate Ohio pharmacists’ awareness about Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service’s (CMS) Medication Drug Plan (MDP) Star Ratings, 2) identify gaps in knowledge about CMS MDP Star Ratings, and 3) determine interest in continuing education (CE) opportunities with CMS PDP Star Ratings. Methods: A cross-sectional, online survey was conducted in February 2015. The 16-question, pilot-tested survey targeted licensed pharmacists in Ohio practicing in the ambulatory care or community setting. Respondents were surveyed on their self-assessed and actual knowledge on CMS MDP Star Ratings. Respondent’s interest in and preferred source and delivery of CE were evaluated. Data were collected in aggregate; descriptive statistics, ANOVA and chi-square tests were used to characterize and evaluate data. Responses were summarized for all 16 questions using frequencies and percentages. Results: Of 13,235 licensed Ohio pharmacists, 913 pharmacists completed the survey (6.9% response rate). 454 (49.7%) respondents were eligible to complete the survey based on practice setting and of those, 390 (85.9%) were aware of CMS’s MDP Star Ratings. Respondents’ self-assessment of their knowledge regarding CMS Star Ratings aligned with their actual knowledge as defined by performance on three multi-statement knowledge-based assessments. Significant differences existed between self-assessed knowledge groups in their ability to answer greater than 50% of questions correctly (p < .001). The majority of respondents (81.2%) indicated interest in receiving further education on CMS Star Ratings. Conclusions: Survey respondents are aware of CMS MDP Star Ratings, yet few indicated high knowledge levels on the topic. Gaps in knowledge were identified in development and utilization of the rating system, identifying quality measures, and sources utilized to measure achievement of ratings. Respondents indicated interest in opportunities to improve knowledge on the subject and would prefer education provided by their employer with a live presentation.   Type: Student Project

scholarly journals Women's Barriers to Weight Loss, Knowledge of Future Diabetes Risk and Opinions of Diet Strategies Following Gestational Diabetes: An Online Survey (OR08-01-19)

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristy Gray ◽  
Maya Grebenshchikova ◽  
Sharleen O'Reilly ◽  
Lois McKellar ◽  
Peter Clifton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Gestational Diabetes ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
South Australia ◽  
Theoretical Domains Framework ◽  
Energy Restriction ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Family Responsibilities ◽  
Expert Review

Abstract Objectives Weight loss after gestational diabetes (GDM) significantly reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2DM) however weight loss is not easily achieved or maintained. The purpose of this survey was to examine knowledge of future risk of T2DM after GDM, barriers to weight loss and to identify diet strategies that these women feel might work for them. Opinions of intermittent energy restriction (IER) were of particular interest. Methods Australian women aged ≥18 years who ever had GDM were invited to participate in this cross-sectional online survey. The survey was developed by a dietitian using the Theoretical Domains Framework and underwent expert review (n = 6) and piloted (n = 20) prior to the final survey being run. Results There were 429 partial and 328 complete responses (age 37.2 ± 7.2 years, n = 429, years post GDM 4.9 ± 6.3 years, n = 428, BMI 30.9 ± 7.3 kg/m2n = 394). Overweight (n = 110) or obese (n = 200) responders mostly knew they were overweight and three-quarters thought they were either high (n = 144, 33.6%) or moderate risk (n = 176, 41.1%) for developing T2DM. Most women reported they knew what sorts of food to eat to lose weight (n = 332, 86.7%), that their families would support them (n = 320, 87%) and they were motivated to lose weight (n = 213, 58.4%). The most common barriers were family responsibilities taking priority (n = 240, 63%) and finding it hard to deal with hunger (n = 206, 55.8%). Weight loss programs by a dietitian were popular as individual appointments (n = 242, 65.1%) or an online program (n = 200, 53.5%). Nearly three-quarters of responders had or would use the internet to seek weight loss information (n = 308, 71.8%). Exercising was the most tried method of weight loss (n = 234, 71.1%). Most women had heard of IER (the “5:2 diet”) (n = 284, 73%) but only 34 had tried the diet. Of the women who hadn't heard of the 5:2 diet, 51.5% (n = 52) answered that it sounded like a good option and 15.8% (n = 16) didn't think the diet would suit them. Conclusions Despite most women reporting knowledge of their risk of T2DM, motivation to lose weight and family support, family responsibilities can make weight loss efforts difficult for mothers. Exercising, the 5:2 diet and use of the internet is an appealing option for some women however individual circumstances should be taken into consideration. Funding Sources The University of South Australia.

scholarly journals COVID-19 Pandemic in a Vulnerable Population: Prevalence and Correlates of Anxiety

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 13
Author(s):  
Reham Shalaby ◽  
Ejemai Eboreime ◽  
Nnamdi Nkire ◽  
Belinda Agyapong ◽  
Hannah Pazderka ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Clinical Information ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Fort Mcmurray ◽  
Vulnerable Communities ◽  
Mental Health Support ◽  
Health Support ◽  
To Receive ◽  
Severe Anxiety

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has produced negative mental health outcomes. These effects were more prominent in vulnerable communities that experienced prior similar disasters. The study aimed to examine the likelihood and correlates of anxiety symptoms among Fort McMurray (FMM) residents, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey questionnaire was applied between 24 April and 2 June 2021, at FMM, to gather sociodemographic, COVID-19, and clinical information, including generalized anxiety disorder (using GAD-7 scale). Results: Overall, 186 individuals completed the survey (response rate 74.7%). Most of the respondents were females (159, 85.5%); above 40 years (98, 52.7%); employed (175, 94.1%); and in relationship (132, 71%). The prevalence of moderate-to-severe anxiety was (42.5%, 71) on GAD-7 self-reported scale. Subscribers who reported that they would like to receive mental health support; have received no family support since COVID-19 declaration; and have lost their job during the pandemic were all more likely to report moderate-to-severe anxiety (OR = 3.39; 95% CI: 1.29–8.88), (OR = 4.85; 95% CI: 1.56–15.03), and (OR = 4.40; 95% CI: 1.01–19.24), respectively. Conclusions: Anxiety levels were high among FMM residents, compared to levels before COVID-19. Clinical and social factors significantly predicted likely anxiety in the Fort McMurray population, during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is imperative that resources are mobilized to support vulnerable communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

scholarly journals Self-assessment of managerial knowledge and skills of medical doctors in primary health care

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-22
Author(s):  
Aida Pilav ◽  
Enes Šačić
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Care Organization ◽  
Medical Doctors ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
Managerial Knowledge

Introduction: The aim of this paper was to evaluate the managerial knowledge and skills of mid-level managers – medical doctors in Medical center of the Canton Sarajevo.Methods: A cross-sectional study of the mid-level managers in the Medical center of the Canton Sarajevo was conducted using an originally developed questionnaire for self-assessment of managerial knowledge and skills. The respondents answered each of the questions using a 5-point Likert scale. Apart from the quantitative section, the respondents could present their observations concerning the educational needs in the health care system.Results: Almost 40% of the respondents said that the process of assessing health care needs is not conducted. No statistical significance was observed in the responses according to the length of service in a managerial position. In total, 41% of the respondents were not sure whether a plan exists, even though the development of these plans should be a principal managerial responsibility in the quality management. Managers who were longer in the position reported no plans for corrective actions. This result was in contrast with the answers obtained from the managers who were in the position for a shorter period. In addition, 91% of the respondents said that they regularly discuss problems with their employees.Conclusions: Self- assessment and assessment of managerial competencies should be regular activities in a health care organization, in order to monitor the knowledge and skills, as well as to make the development plans. The results of this study could serve as the basis for planning and developing the health management education in the Canton Sarajevo.

scholarly journals Factors affecting the quality and reliability of online health information

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
pp. 205520762094899 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gopi Battineni ◽  
Simone Baldoni ◽  
Nalini Chintalapudi ◽  
Getu Gamo Sagaro ◽  
Graziano Pallotta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Information ◽  
Web Sites ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Medical Information ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Online Health Information ◽  
Online Information ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Web

Background Internet represents a relevant source of information, but reliability of data that can be obtained by the web is still an unsolved issue. Non-reliable online information may have a relevance, especially in taking decisions related to health problems. Uncertainties on the quality of online health data may have a negative impact on health-related choices of citizens. Objective This work consisted in a cross-sectional literature review of published papers on online health information. The two main research objectives consisted in the analysis of trends in the use of health web sites and in the quality assessment and reliability levels of web medical sites. Methods Literature research was made using four digital reference databases, namely PubMed, British Medical Journal, Biomed, and CINAHL. Entries used were “trustworthy of medical information online,” “survey to evaluate medical information online,” “medical information online,” and “habits of web-based health information users”. Analysis included only papers published in English. The Newcastle Ottawa Scale was used to conduct quality checks of selected works. Results Literature analysis using the above entries resulted in 212 studies. Twenty-four articles in line with study objectives, and user characteristics were selected. People more prone to use the internet for obtaining health information were females, younger people, scholars, and employees. Reliability of different online health sites is an issue taken into account by the majority of people using the internet for obtaining health information and physician assistance could help people to surf more safe health web sites. Conclusions Limited health information and/or web literacy can cause misunderstandings in evaluating medical data found in the web. An appropriate education plan and evaluation tools could enhance user skills and bring to a more cautious analysis of health information found in the web.

scholarly journals Associations with Wellbeing and Medication Adherence in Young Adults Receiving Kidney Replacement Therapy

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 1669-1679 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander James Hamilton ◽  
Fergus J. Caskey ◽  
Anna Casula ◽  
Carol D. Inward ◽  
Yoav Ben-Shlomo
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Medication Adherence ◽  
Replacement Therapy ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Patient Activation ◽  
Clinical Information ◽  
Mental Wellbeing ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Kidney Replacement Therapy ◽  
The Uk

Background and objectivesYoung adults receiving kidney replacement therapy (KRT) have impaired quality of life and may exhibit low medication adherence. We tested the hypothesis that wellbeing and medication adherence are associated with psychosocial factors.Design, setting, participants, & measurementsWe conducted a cross-sectional online survey for young adults on KRT. Additional clinical information was obtained from the UK Renal Registry. We compared outcomes by treatment modality using age- and sex-adjusted regression models, having applied survey weights to account for response bias by sex, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. We used multivariable linear regression to examine psychosocial associations with scores on the Warwick–Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale and the eight-item Morisky Medication Adherence Scale.ResultsWe recruited 976 young adults and 64% responded to the survey; 417 (71%) with transplants and 173 (29%) on dialysis. Wellbeing was positively associated with extraversion, openness, independence, and social support, and negatively associated with neuroticism, negative body image, stigma, psychologic morbidity, and dialysis. Higher medication adherence was associated with living with parents, conscientiousness, physician access satisfaction, patient activation, age, and male sex, and lower adherence was associated with comorbidity, dialysis, education, ethnicity, and psychologic morbidity.ConclusionsWellbeing and medication adherence were both associated with psychologic morbidity in young adults. Dialysis treatment is associated with poorer wellbeing and medication adherence.

scholarly journals The Long and Winding Road: Uptake, Acceptability, and Potential Influencing Factors of COVID-19 Vaccination in Austria

Vaccines ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 790
Author(s):  
Isabel King ◽  
Petra Heidler ◽  
Roy Rillera Marzo
Keyword(s):  
Influencing Factors ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Vaccine Coverage ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Vaccine Hesitancy ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Current Vaccine ◽  
Vaccine Information ◽  
And Control ◽  
Pandemic Vaccine

Acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine will play a crucial role in combating the current pandemic. Vaccine rollouts have started in most countries. To reach the desirable vaccine coverage and to enhance its uptake, it is imperative to assess vaccine hesitancy. Methods: To assess the current vaccine acceptability in Austria and its influencing factors, an online survey was created and comprised fifteen questions segmented into a sociodemographic part and the acceptance and influencing factors of the approval of the COVID-19 vaccine. Results: In total, 70% of the 1350 respondents thought that the COVID-19 vaccine is an effective way to prevent and control the virus, while 13% disagreed and 17% were uncertain. Further, 71% approved the rapid development and rollout of the vaccine, while 55% were willing to accept the vaccine as soon as it became available, 18% did not want to get the vaccine, 17% wanted to delay, and 10% were already vaccinated. Conclusions: The results show a generally positive attitude towards the new COVID-19 vaccine. The doctor’s recommendation greatly influences the decision-making process, and tailored vaccine information can support a higher vaccine coverage.

The Analysis of Factors Affecting Consumer Mobile Shopping

2014 ◽  
Vol 912-914 ◽  
pp. 1432-1435 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yin Yin Wang
Keyword(s):  
Marketing Strategy ◽  
Influencing Factors ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Mobile Internet ◽  
Shopping Behavior ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
The Road ◽  
Mobile Shopping ◽  
The Impact

With the rapid development of the Internet and handle devices rapidly growing popularity, especially 3G / 4G network continues to develop, making the mobile shopping. Mobile Internet and other services are no longer out of reach. Enterprises in order to provide consumers with a better service must proceed from the perspective of consumers. Their double clear consumer mobile shopping and influencing factors have factors on the impact of consumers. Using mobile shopping can develop effective marketing strategy, and actively seeking to develop the road, so as to continuously promote the development of mobile shopping. This paper analyzes the characteristics of mobile shopping behavior of consumers, identifies the factors affecting consumer mobile shopping, and concludes with recommendations for the development of mobile shopping.

scholarly journals Research on the Application of Task-driven SPOC Mixed Teaching Mode in “Database Technology and Application”

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 38
Author(s):  
Yan Yang
Keyword(s):  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Teaching Model ◽  
Teaching Mode ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
Database Technology ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Organic Combination ◽  
Basic Course

“Database technology and application” is a general course for university students. It is a basic course for all professional studies and is closely related to students’ future study and work. In recent years, with the rapid development of the Internet, the information-based teaching methods such as Mu class, micro class, and flipped class have been rapidly promoted. A mixed teaching model has emerged and has been widely used. Incorporating the “task-driven approach” in the SPOC mixed teaching mode is more conducive to stimulating students’ interest in learning, allowing students to “do in learning” and “doing middle school”, and to combine the “teaching” of teachers with the “learning” and “study” of students Doing is well integrated to achieve an organic combination of “teaching, learning and doing”, so that students not only learn knowledge and skills, but also enhance their ability to think independently, analyze problems and solve problems.

scholarly journals Assessment of patient compliance in orthokeratology and analysis of influencing factors: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhiwen Bian ◽  
Xindi Xu ◽  
Duya Chen ◽  
Hailong Ni
Keyword(s):  
Influencing Factors ◽  
Patient Compliance ◽  
Compliance Rate ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Study Patient ◽  
First Year ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
School Of Medicine

Abstract Background Patient non-compliance, that is, failure to perform standard wear and care orthokeratology (ortho-k) lenses procedures, has been shown to be a major risk factor for contact lens-associated complications. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the compliance with wear and care behaviors of ortho-k patients and analyze its influencing factors. Methods Patients who were successfully prescribed ortho-k lenses at the Eye Center of the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine (ECSAHZU) were enrolled in the study. Patient compliance with wear and care behaviors was examined through a questionnaire. Results This study assessed 238 subjects. The subjects’ ages ranged from 7 to 25 (mean ± SD, 11.3 ± 2.5) years. The compliance with wear and care behaviors was 19.7%, and the subjects’ self-assessment compliance was 96.6%. The compliance rate of subjects wearing lenses for less than 1 year was higher than that of subjects wearing lenses for more than 1 year (p < 0.001). In the first year, the compliance rates of wearing experiences for less than 1 month, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, and more than 6 months were 45, 29, 21.6, 20, and 27.6%, respectively, and there were no statistically significant differences in compliance among these periods (p = 0.314). No correlation was identified between compliance and age (r = − 0.061, p = 0.527) or sex (r = 0.114, p = 0. 751). There was no correlation between compliance and lens care operator (r = − 0.626, p = 0.151). Conclusions The compliance of ortho-k patients was poor. After wearing ortho-k lenses for more than 1 year, compliance with wear and care behaviors declined. In clinical practice, measures should be taken to solve these problems and improve the safety of wearing ortho-k lenses.

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