scholarly journals Evaluating the Performance of the SIB System of Health Centers in Bojnourd and Neishabour from the Users Perspective in 2020

2022 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 100
Author(s):  
Gholamreza Moradi ◽  
Shadi Gholizade ◽  
Reyhaneh Rostami ◽  
Fateme Moghbeli
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Applied Study ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Spss Software

Introduction: Nurses and medical staff and health technologists as the largest segment of the health system are the main users of health information systems that understanding the perspective and how to use this system can be effective in improving the quality of community health. The aim of this study was to evaluate the performance of the Sib system of health centers in Bojnourd and Neishabour.Material and Methods: This is an applied study and was performed by descriptive cross-sectional method. The study population included all users of the Sib system in the health centers of Bojnourd and Neishabour who used the Sib system. Sampling was available and data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire and data were analyzed using SPSS software version 21.Results: According to the findings of the study, the majority of users were 70% female and 30% male, 58% were in the age group of 30-39 years, and 40% of them had 5-9 years of work experience and also 63% of System users have a bachelor's degree. In the technical field, from the point of view of 40% of users, the ease of using the system is moderate.Conclusion: Based on the identified factors, by strengthening the advantages of the system and also trying to eliminate or reduce the shortcomings in it, it is possible to institutionalize and use the system more practically in order to solve health problems.

scholarly journals Perception of health status and quality of life of people living with HIV in Patan city, Gujarat, India: a cross sectional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 1137
Author(s):  
Grishma T. Dixit ◽  
Nilesh Thakor ◽  
Mihir Goswami ◽  
P. B. Verma
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Perceived Satisfaction ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Perception Of Health

Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus is the biggest threat to the mankind today from their health perspective. To know the perception of health status and quality of life of people living with HIV/AIDS.Methods: This cross sectional study was undertaken during March 2015 to April 2016 at Patan city. After taking permission from NGO and Gujarat State AIDS Control Society (GSACS) total 100 purposively selected People living with HIV (PLHIV) attached to the NGO of Patan city were interviewed using predesigned semi-structured performa. Written informed consent was taken from all PLHIV. Ethical approval was obtained from institutional ethical committee for human research. Data safety and confidentiality was also given due consideration. Data were statistically analyzed using SPSS software (trial version). Results: Age of study population ranges from 18 to 68 years. Mean age of study population is 34.21 + 9.1 years. Maximum number of PLHIV, 51 % are in the age group of 31-40 years age group. Out of total, 76 have perception of being healthy .Out of total, 61 % PLHIV have faced stigma. Out of total,92% were enjoying life, 74% perceived good quality of life, 95% perceived safe in life, 96% perceived satisfaction with health services, 84% perceived  satisfaction with their day to day work capability and only 8% perceived fear about their future life. Conclusions: Positive attitude towards life and health was observed in People Living with HIV. 

scholarly journals The relationship between physicians and nurses in hospitals affiliated with Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Iran

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 33
Author(s):  
Khalil Mahmoodi ◽  
Mehran Tahrekhani
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Professional Relationships ◽  
Professional Relationship ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Shifts ◽  
The Relationship

Introduction: The establishment of a healthy relationship between healthcare professionals is required for resolving healthcare issues. The professional relationship between physicians and nurses are quite decisive and vital factor for patient care. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to examine the quality of relationship between physicians and nurses in hospitals affiliated with Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Iran.Methods: In this descriptive-analytic study, a cross-sectional method was used. Nurses working in hospitals affiliated with Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Iran were selected randomly. A demographic data and a 32-item questionnaire related to the professional relationship between physicians and nurses were used for data collection. Of 160 nursing staff 96 nurses returned the questionnaire. Descriptive and analytical statistics were used for data analysis via the SPSS software.Results: About 75.8% of the nurses were female and 76.8% held a bachelor's degree. Also, 86.4% of them had rotational shift works. Many of them (66.2%) held below 15 years of work experience and 59.5% received no reward to make a relationship with physicians. Moreover, 76.8% of the samples mentioned that non-existence of fixed work shifts and extra shifts created stressful and tedious conditions leading to ineffective nurse-physician relationships.Conclusions: There were major shortcomings within nurse-physician relationships. Hence, the promotion of physicians’ knowledge on nurses’ career and nurses’ welfare is required for advancing professional relationships between nurses and physicians. 

scholarly journals Prevalence of Partial Edentulism in Patients Visiting a University Dental Hospital

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL3) ◽  
pp. 1786-1790
Author(s):  
Subashri A ◽  
Dhanraj Ganapathy
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Tooth Loss ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Hospital ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
Missing Tooth

Oral health status of a population depends on edentulism (partial). Tooth loss has an impact in various aspects of quality of life of an individual. The prevalence and extent have been reduced in various countries because of advancing technologies. Various different classifications have been proposed in the previous literature for partial edentulism. This cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted from the period of June 2019 to April 2020 between the age group 25-40 years for the population visiting a private dental college. Data collection was done and statistically analyzed using SPSS Software. Out of the 4829 population included in the study, 42.4 % were female and 57.6% of the males. Based on the age, 50.3% were within 25-30years, 25.1% of them were 31-35 years and 24.6% of them between 36-40 years. Based on gender, Females were 42.3% and males were 57.6%. There was a significant association between the age, gender and missing tooth. It can be concluded that the prevalence of edentulism increases with age, thereby needing prosthodontic rehabilitation.

scholarly journals Surveing the Quality of life in Employees health centers of Yazd Province in 2011

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seyed Saeed Mazloomi Mahmodabad ◽  
Mohammad Reza Aalaei ◽  
RaZyeh Zolghadr ◽  
Aghdas Hajirezaei ◽  
Tayebeh Nik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Climate Conditions ◽  
Life Score ◽  
Life Styles

Introduction: Quality of life is a subjective and multidimensional concept that in recent years has been noticeable by researcher due to multilateral widespread of technology and industrialization process. Quality of life, was  is individuals understanding of their status in the context of physical, mental and social impacts and to indicate the status of a resident in a country or region. The purpose of this study was determination the quality of life in employees health centers of Yazd province about healthy life styles in 2011. Methods : This research was a cross - sectional study in which 501 staff employed  in 12 central areas of health centers of Yazd  as census method were enrolled . Data collection tool was WHO Quality of Life-BREF questionnaire (WHOQOL-BREF) including 26 questions,). After  data collection , it was analyzed  by using SPSS software as well as statistical t-test and ANOVA. Results: The results shown that the employees health centers of Yazd province were acquired 67.9% of the quality of life score. The way in which the dimensions of physical, psychological, social relationships and environment were obtained 72.9, 65.5, 70.2 and 63.15 ​​percent from the maximum score; Respectively. The quality of life score based on age, gender, type of employment, work experience and climate conditions were significant (p≤ 0.05). Conclusions: Therefore it was suggested to improve the quality of life of employees health centers, officials with proper planning includes considering educational , cultural, recreational and sport programs ,, providing healthy nutrition, installing motivation and responsibility in them as well as paying  proper salary and benefits, take effective steps in this way.

Assessment of COVID-19 Related Misinformation among the Community in Basrah, Iraq

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (CSI) ◽  
pp. 12-18
Author(s):  
Ali Al-Rubaye ◽  
Dhurgham Abdulwahid ◽  
Aymen Albadran ◽  
Abbas Ejbary ◽  
Laith Alrubaiy
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Public Knowledge ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Educational Levels ◽  
The Public ◽  
First Case ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Central District

Background: There has been a rapid rise in cases of COVID-19 infection and its mortality rate since the first case reported in February 2020. This led to the rampant dissemination of misinformation and rumors about the disease among the public. Objectives: To investigate the scale of public misinformation about COVID-19 in Basrah, Iraq. Methods: A cross-sectional study based on a 22-item questionnaire to assess public knowledge and understanding of information related to the COVID-19 infection. Results: A total of 483 individuals completed the questionnaire. The most frequent age group was 26–35 years (28.2%); there were 280 (58%) males and 203 (42%) females. Of the participants, 282 (58.4%) were with an education level below the Bachelor’s degree, 342 (70.8%) were married, and 311 (64%) were living in districts in Basra other than the central district. Overall, 50.8% (11.8/ 22 * 100%) of individuals had the correct information regarding COVID-19. There was a significant association between the level of COVID-19 related misinformation and participants’ educational levels and occupation (p <0.05). However, there was no significant difference found across sex, age group, marital state, and area of residence. Conclusions: Misinformation related to COVID-19 is widely spread and has to be addressed in order to control the pandemic. Keywords: COVID-19, misinformation, knowledge, Iraq

scholarly journals Comparison of Prevalence of Periodontitis with Different Indices in Population of District Ghaziabad

2016 ◽  
Vol 04 (01) ◽  
pp. 023-030
Author(s):  
Vimal Kumar ◽  
Pallak Arora ◽  
Manish Khatri ◽  
Shivani Sharma ◽  
Sumit Malhotra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Total Population ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sample Population ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Younger Age ◽  
Study Population

Abstract Objective: To estimate the prevalence of periodontal disease with different indices. Methods & materials: The study population consisted of multistage stratified random sample of 1300 subjects from total population of district Ghaziabad. A cross-sectional study was conducted with multi stage stratified random sampling techniques to select the sample population. The subjects were divided into different age groups and the periodontal assessment was made on the basis of CPITN index and ESI Index. Results: The CPITN has shown to estimate incorrect periodontal disease prevalence because of its underestimation of the disease severity. A huge difference was noticed in the prevalence rate of periodontitis when subjects were examined with ESI index. Conclusion Periodontal disease was found to be highly prevalent in the study population and severity of disease increased with age. More number of subjects in younger age group were found to be healthy.

The Relationship between Restless Legs Syndrome and Quality of Life in Patients with Myasthenia Gravis

2019 ◽  
Vol 81 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 205-208
Author(s):  
Monica F. Ataide ◽  
Carolina da Cunha-Correia ◽  
Katia C.L. Petribú
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Myasthenia Gravis ◽  
Restless Legs Syndrome ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Restless Legs ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Clinical Conditions

Background: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is characterized for an uncomfortable sensation in legs and an irresistible desire to move them. This disorder has been more recently recognized in patients with myasthenia gravis (MG) and can interfere with the quality of life (QOL). Objectives: The aims of this study are to describe the prevalence of RLS and its severity and influence on the QOL in patients with MG. Method: This was a cross-sectional study conducted from May to June 2016 in Recife, Brazil. A sample of 42 patients was interviewed using a sociodemographic questionnaire, MG QOL questionnaire-15 and The RLS Rating Scale. Results: RLS was present in 47.6% of patients and of these 40.5% met moderate to severe RLS criteria. Patients were 45 years on average (SD ± 14.4) and women represented 57.1% of the study population. Among patients with RSL, the quality-of-life scores were worse (p = 0.010) on average. There was no association of RLS with the duration of MG, use of immunosuppressant or clinical conditions that could mimic the occurrence of RLS. Conclusion: RLS is a prevalent condition in patients with MG, and may be severe enough to negatively impact QOL.

scholarly journals Prevalence and quality of life in high school pupils with acne in Serbia

2013 ◽  
Vol 70 (10) ◽  
pp. 935-939 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jelena Peric ◽  
Natasa Maksimovic ◽  
Janko Jankovic ◽  
Biljana Mijovic ◽  
Vesna Reljic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
High School ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Demographic Questionnaire ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Serbian Version ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Spearman’S Correlation

Background/Aim. Acne is a common problem in adolescent children with considerable emotional and psychological effects. The aim of this study was to determine the self-reported prevalence of acne and to assess its impact on the quality of life in high school pupils in Serbia. Methods. The cross-sectional study was conducted in May 2011 in two medical high schools in Serbia. Only pupils who gave a written informed consent to participate in the study (n = 440) were asked to fill in two questionnaires: short demographic questionnaire and Cardiff Acne Disability Index (CADI), a disease-specific questionnaire measuring disability induced by acne. Internal consistency (tested by Cronbach?s alpha) and item-total score correlations (Spearman's correlation analysis) were used for reliability analyses. Results. The study population consisted of 440 pupils, 281 from Belgrade and 159 from Uzice. Among them 371 (84.3%) were girls and 69 (15.7%) boys, with similar sex distribution in Belgrade and Uzice. The total mean age of pupils was 16.48 years (SD = 0.55). Out of 440 pupils 228 (51.8%) self-reported their acne. The acne prevalence was significantly higher in pupils from Uzice (73.6%) than in those from Belgrade (39.6%). The overall mean CADI score for the whole sample was 2.87 ? 2.74, with the similar quality of life impairment in adolescents from Belgrade and from Uzice. The mean Cronbach?s alpha was 0.82. Conclusion. This study shows that the quality of life impairment due to acne is mild for the majority of the affected pupils. The Serbian version of the CADI is a reliable, valid, and valuable tool for assessing the impact of acne on the quality of life.

scholarly journals The study on knowledge-attitude-practice of primary care physician toward anticoagulants therapy in Non-valvular atrial fibrillation patients in Shanghai of China

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shasha Ye ◽  
Tianhao Wang ◽  
Arthur Liu ◽  
Ying Yu ◽  
Zhigang Pan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Atrial Fibrillation ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Primary Care Physicians ◽  
Care Physician ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Primary Role ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Positive Attitudes

Abstract Background As the large number of CHS centers in China face the majority of NVAF patients, primary care physicians (PCPs) play the primary role in the prevention of embolization. Therefore, an awareness of anticoagulant management in NVAF patients must be brought into focus among PCPs in China. This study will help primary care physicians (PCPs) increase their awareness of oral anticoagulant (OAC) therapy for non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) to prevent embolization.Method This was a cross-sectional observational study of 462 PCPs in community health service (CHS) centers across Shanghai. We used a self-administered questionnaire to collect data from September to December 2017. A stratified random cluster sampling was adopted in the 90 CHS centers with the family medicine residency program.Result Among 462 participants, 69.3% (320/462) of females with a medical bachelor’s degree and more than 10 years of work experience predominated in the 30 to 49 years of age group. The mean score for “knowledge,” “attitude” and “practices” of OAC therapy in NVAF patients among PCPs was 3.68±2.752, 53.62±7.148, and 37.63±10.336, respectively. The level of knowledge of OAC therapy in NVAF patients among PCPs was insufficient in over half (75.8%) of participants. The majority (89.8%) of PCPs had a positive attitude and 68.0% had modest performance in the anticoagulant management of NVAF patients.Conclusion The knowledge and behaviors of PCPs were insufficient in OAC therapy to prevent embolization in NVAF patients. The study also revealed the positive attitudes of participants, and their desire to learn the latest knowledge of OAC therapy.

scholarly journals PREVALENCE OF SMARTPHONE ADDICTION AMONG STUDENTS OF COLLEGES OF REHABILITATION SCIENCES

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 14-18
Author(s):  
Mehreen Zahid
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Smartphone Addiction ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mental Health Issues ◽  
Rehabilitation Sciences

BACKGROUND AND AIM Smartphones have become an essential tool now days that impact psychologically as well as physically to the user. This study rules out smartphone excess usage and its addiction amongst pupil from Colleges of Rehabilitation Sciences METHODOLOGY A cross-sectional study was conducted on 260 medical students out of which 50 dropped out later. Smartphone Addiction Scale (SAS) was used to assess the level of smartphone addiction amongst these individuals. RESULTS The statistical value of mean is 1.48 for both the genders whereas the statistical value of mean for age ranging from 20-25 years is 21.7 and the standard deviation is 0.50 for gender and 1.38 for the included age group. Only 7 participants (3.3%) were found to have low smartphone addiction level, 108 participants (51.4%) to be moderately addicted and 95 participants (45.2%) to have higher addiction. CONCLUSION The excessive use of smartphone was significant among the individuals aged 22 years and more specifically the more males than the females were found to be more addicted by smartphone. Our findings may help in the development of policies and guidelines which should be followed by the students to improve their quality of life and mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.

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