scholarly journals Premenstrual Syndrome in Students of a Teaching Hospital

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 253-257
Author(s):  
Dhan Bahadur Shrestha ◽  
Shreya Shrestha ◽  
Debika Dangol ◽  
Barun Babu Aryal ◽  
Sabina Shrestha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
Premenstrual Syndrome ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Severe Form ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Premenstrual Symptom ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Patient Profile ◽  
Symptom Screening

Background: Premenstrual syndrome is group of psychosomatic symptoms which occurs during second half of menstrual cycle. Significant number of reproductive aged females suffer from it with its impact on their daily activities. This study was conducted to assess the prevalence, severity and impacts of Premenstrual syndrome on female students of a teaching hospital of Kathmandu, Nepal.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among female students of a teaching hospital from Kathmandu over a period of three months. Premenstrual Symptom Screening Tool was used to quantify the symptoms severity and their effect in activities. In addition; patient profile, socioeconomic status were recorded. The obtained information was entered in Statistical Package for Social Sciences and analyzed. Findings were then interpreted using chi-square test.Results: Out of the 285 respondents, 206 (72.3%) reported at least one premenstrual syndrome symptom of moderate to severe intensity among which 74 (25.9%) had at least one severe symptom. Six individuals (2.1%) fulfilled all criteria for Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder and 49 (17.2%) fulfilled the criteria for moderate to severe premenstrual syndrome and rest (80.7%) were having no or mild premenstrual syndrome with isolated symptoms. PMS was found to have significant association to menstrual bleeding (p?0.001) and severity of dysmenorrhea (p?0.001), family history of premenstrual syndrome (p=0.019) and physical activity (p=0.021). Conclusions: Premenstrual syndrome is common in female and has a considerable impact on day to day activities activities although its severe form Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder is less common.Keywords: Female students; Nepal; premenstrual syndrome.

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN STATUS GIZI DAN ASUPAN MAGNESIUM DENGAN KEJADIAN PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME (PMS) PADA REMAJA PUTRI

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 20
Author(s):  
Kartika Estiani ◽  
Triska Susila Nindya
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Premenstrual Syndrome ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Magnesium Intake ◽  
Low Magnesium ◽  
Food Records ◽  
Chi Square Test

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a combination of physical, psychological, and emotional disturbance which is related to menstrual cycle that appear 7 to 10 days before menstruation period and disappear when menstruation begins. Nutritional status and magnesium intake can cause premenstrual syndrome. The purpose of this study was to analyze the correlation of seed nutritional status and magnesium intake with premenstrual syndrome. The research used cross sectional study. The sample size was 99 female students in SMAN 4 Surabaya. The data were collected by measuring weight and height to obtain nutritional status variable; 2x24 hours  estimated food records to obtain magnesium intake; and questionnaire for premenstrual syndrome case. The data were analyzed using chi-square test. The results of this study showed that there was correlation  between nutritional status (p=0,036) and Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). Besides that, there was also a correlation between magnesium intake (p=0,012) and Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) can be caused by overweight and low magnesium intake. It is recommended for female students to prevent overweight status by monitoring their weight every month and increase their intake of high magnesium, food such as apple, spinach, and sweet potato.

scholarly journals Prevalence, severity, and request for treatment of dental fluorosis among adults in an endemic region of Northern Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (02) ◽  
pp. 184-190 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Ikhodaro Idon ◽  
Joan Emien Enabulele
Keyword(s):  
Dental Fluorosis ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Severe Form ◽  
Endemic Region ◽  
Public Health Importance ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Test Analysis ◽  
Dental Patients

ABSTRACTObjectives: The objective was to assess the prevalence of all forms of dental fluorosis (DF), the severity, and the request for treatment as a measure of the burden of the condition among adult patients seen at a tertiary health facility in an endemic region of Northeastern Nigeria. Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional study that collected required information using a questionnaire from adult dental patients followed by dental examination to assess for DF. Statistical Analysis Used: Associations between sociodemographic distributions (age and gender) and prevalence were analyzed on the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences using the Chi-square test. Analysis was done at 95% confidence interval and the level of statistical significance was set at P < 0.05. Results: Three hundred and twelve patients (41.7%) were diagnosed with DF among the patients who resided in the endemic region with a calculated Community Fluorosis Index of 0.62. The mean age of the affected patients was 33.8 ± 9.2 years, with a majority of the patients in the 16–25 (47.4%) years' age group and a preponderance among females (P = 0.003). A greater proportion of the 312 diagnosed patients, 201 (64.3%), had fluorosis of esthetic concern, while only 9.3% sought treatment. Most of these patients that sought treatment had the severe form of the enamel defect. Conclusions: DF should be considered as a condition of public health importance in this region. It is necessary to conduct a community-based study and fluoride mapping of the northeastern region as well to determine other factors that may contribute to its occurrence in this population.

BREASTFEEDING: KNOWLEDGE, PERCEPTION, AND INTENTION TO PRACTICE AMONG FEMALE STUDENTS OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN EKITI, SOUTHWEST NIIGERIA.

2021 ◽  
pp. 0272684X2110343
Author(s):  
Ezra Ogundare ◽  
Adefunke Babatola ◽  
Adefunke Omoyajowo ◽  
Adebukola Ajite ◽  
Adewuyi Adeniyi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health Practice ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Southwest Nigeria ◽  
Intention To Breastfeed

Introduction Breastfeeding is a public health practice that is critical for the survival of infants and young children. This study aimed at determining the knowledge, attitude, and future intention to breastfeed among female undergraduates in tertiary institutions in Ekiti State, Southwest Nigeria. Methodology: A prospective cross-sectional study was conducted among 1312 female students of the tertiary institutions in Ekiti State. By convenience sampling, female students were invited to participate in the study after giving verbal consent and those studying medical, nursing, and other courses allied to medicine were excluded. Internal consistency of the data obtained from this research instrument was determined using Cronbach’s coefficient Alpha with a reliability value of 0.82. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS version 25. Descriptive as well as inferential statistics were computed. Results were summarized as frequencies and percentages. The differences in knowledge, attitude, and intention to practice breastfeeding as well as other responses among the participants were compared among age groups, faculties and the sources of information using Chi-square test. Result Although 93% of the respondents agreed that breast milk is important for the development of the infant’s brain thereby demonstrating good knowledge; 51.6% of the respondents demonstrated poor perception to breastfeeding believing breastfeeding makes the breast to sag while only 34% of the respondents indicated their intention to breastfeed their future babies. Conclusion The intention to breastfeed among our study participants was poor. This study revealed the need to increase awareness about breastfeeding and its benefits among this huge population of future mothers.

scholarly journals Presenteeism and safety culture: evaluation of health workers in a teaching hospital

2021 ◽  
Vol 74 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Roosi Eloiza Bolzan Zanon ◽  
Graziele de Lima Dalmolin ◽  
Tânia Solange Bosi de Souza Magnago ◽  
Rafaela Andolhe ◽  
Rhanna Emanuela Fontenele Lima de Carvalho
Keyword(s):  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
Safety Culture ◽  
Safety Climate ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Safety Attitudes ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Sample Characterization

ABSTRACT Objectives: to verify associations between presenteeism and safety culture among health workers. Methods: a descriptive, cross-sectional study with health workers from a teaching hospital in Rio Grande do Sul. Data collection took place through instruments of sample characterization, the Brazilian version of the Stanford Presenteeism Scale and the Safety Attitudes Questionnaire were analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square tests. Results: a total of 758 (48%) professionals participated; 330 (43.5%) presenteeism were identified, who evaluated the safety culture more negatively compared to non- presenteeism. The safety culture had a mean less than 75; associations between presenteeism and general safety culture were observed, and with the domains of teamwork climate, safety climate, stress recognition and working conditions. Conclusions: presenteeism was associated with a safety culture, which requires investment by hospital management, with consideration to the health of workers.

scholarly journals ADHERENCE TO NATIONAL HEALTHCARE REFERRAL GUIDELINES AND ITS EFFECT ON THE MANAGEMENT OUTCOMES AMONG CHILDREN SEEN AT A TEACHING HOSPITAL IN WESTERN KENYA

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Jairus Njanwe ◽  
Irene Marete ◽  
Samuel Ayaya
Keyword(s):  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Developing Economies ◽  
Pediatric Emergency ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Western Kenya ◽  
National Healthcare ◽  
Tertiary Teaching

ABSTRACTIntroductionReferral guidelines are meant to ensure coordination and continuity across all levels of healthcare. Poor adherence to these guidelines could result in increased morbidity and mortality among the patients who are denied access; especially in the resource constrained healthcare settings in developing economies.AimTo determine adherence to the national healthcare referral guidelines and immediate outcomes of children seen at a tertiary teaching hospital in Western Kenya.Materials and methodsA Cross-sectional study conducted at the Pediatric emergency department of Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Western Kenya between February to June 2016. A total of 422 children aged below 15 years were recruited systematically. Sociodemographic and clinical data were collected using interviewer administered questionnaires and clinical chart reviews respectively. Checklists were used to collect information from ambulances. Pearson chi-square tests and odds ratios were used to test for association between predictor and outcome variables using statistical package for social science (SPSS) version-24.ResultsMore than half (55.5%) of the 422 children enrolled were male while 51.4% were aged between 5 to 14 years. Hospital referrals accounted for 15.9% (n=67) with the rest being self-referrals and no counter referrals seen. Adherence to all the four transfer guideline requirements was observed in 46.3% (n=31) of the 67 hospital referrals. Less than half (46.3%) of the hospital referrals had their referring facilities calling the receiving facility prior to initiating the referral; 83.6% had a referral document; 64.2% were transferred in ambulances while 68.7% (n=46) were accompanied by health care workers. Most (88.1%) of the hospital referrals were admitted. Lower level of parental education (p= 0.025), residing outside the host county (p<0.001) and a child being older than five years (p = 0.015) were significantly associated with hospital referrals. Hospital referrals were nearly three times (AOR = 2.932; 95% CI: 2.422 – 3.550; p<0.001) more likely to be admitted compared to children who were self-referred.ConclusionThere is low adherence to national healthcare referral guidelines among children seen at the second largest national hospital in Kenya; with less than half of hospital referrals transferred as per the transfer process guidelines.

scholarly journals Faulty posture: Prevalence and its relationship with Body Mass Index and Physical Activity among female adolescents

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-33
Author(s):  
Dina Golalizadeh ◽  
Vahideh Toopchizadeh ◽  
Azizeh Farshbaf-Khalili ◽  
Yaghoub Salekzamani ◽  
Neda Dolatkhah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Genu Valgum ◽  
Genu Varum ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Associated Risk Factors ◽  
The City

SummaryStudy aim: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of postural disorders and their associated risk factors among high school girls in the city of Tabriz, Iran.Material and methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 400 female students aged 14 to 18 years. Students were examined using a scoliometer, a Debrunner kyphometer, and a flexible ruler, and were directly studied for genu varum/valgum. The information about possible risk factors such as age, BMI, school bag, study time, use of social networks, and physical activity was collected through demographic survey and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire. Data were analyzed by SPSS ver. 22 through independent t-test, chi-square, and logistic regression.Results: 181 participants (45%) had one or more abnormalities such as scoliosis (4%), kyphosis (5%), genu varum (5.7%), genu valgum (9.7%), hyperlordosis (11.2%), and asymmetrical shoulder (24.5%). The risk of hyperlordosis increased with increase in weight (OR: 1.08, 95%CI: 1.02 to 1.15; p = 0.014) and BMI (OR: 1.37, 95%CI: 1.13 to 1.67; p = 0.002). Moreover, the odds for genu valgum increased with increase in weight (OR: 1.07, 95%CI: 1.01 to 1.13; p = 0.045) and BMI (OR: 1.84, 95%CI: 1.29 to 2.62; p < 0.001); but it decreased with increase in age (OR: 0.62, 95%CI: 0.39 to 0.98; p = 0.039) and not using a study table (OR: 0.31, 95%CI: 0.12 to 0.78; p = 0.013).Conclusions: Forty-five percent of female students had one or more postural abnormalities. Asymmetrical shoulder was the most common disorder. Weight and BMI were associated with genu valgum and hyperlordosis.

scholarly journals Knowledge of patients about their diagnosis after visiting doctors' consulting rooms at the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital (CCTH), Ghana

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nathaniel Eyiah ◽  
Kwasi Agyen-Mensah ◽  
Richard Ogirma Baidoo
Keyword(s):  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
Time Frame ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cape Coast ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Consultation Time

Objective: Several cross-sectional studies have showed increased reportage of patients who are not aware of their disease conditions. This study therefore aimed at assessing the knowledge of patients about their diagnosis after visiting the doctors consulting rooms at the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital, Ghana. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using a convenient sampling method involving consenting patients who were presenting to the OPD clinics within the time-frame. The research instrument used was an interviewer-administered structured questionnaire. Results: A total of 440 patients were enrolled into the study with a mean age of 45.6518.08 years. The study population was slightly dominated by males who formed 55.5%. For other socio-demographic determinants, 86.8% were employed with 5.2% being health workers and most of them (91.8%) had had formal education. Only 34.1% enjoyed a consultation time of 30 minutes and above. Most of the patients (83%) were told their diagnosis, got an explanation and understood but then 17% were never told their diagnosis. Chi-square test showed that occupation, educational level, frequency of hospital visit and consultation time were associated with being told your diagnosis but no association was found between these factors and the understanding of their diagnosis. Conclusion: The study revealed that most of the patients had an appreciable knowledge of the diagnosis together with its explanation However, a minority of them were not aware of their diagnosis and this indicates the need for nationwide educational interventions to improve doctor-patient interaction.

Effect of Class Attendance on Medical Student's Academic Performance - An Observational Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 58-63
Author(s):  
Mushtaq Ahmad ◽  
Farial Naima Rahman ◽  
Md Mozaharul Islam Shawon ◽  
Mohammad Ali
Keyword(s):  
Standardized Test ◽  
Armed Forces ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Class Attendance ◽  
Final Exams ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Clear Idea

This cross sectional study was conducted at Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Dhaka from October 2015 to September 2016. A total of 475 students belonged to four different phase groups were selected as research sample. Research Data regarding academic results and class attendance was collected from records of training section of the college and different departments. A pre tested semi structured questionnaire was distributed to the students to get their opinion regarding attendance and absence in the classes. Data was analyzed in terms of percentage and Chi- Square test using SPSS- 20 version of software. Male and female student ratio in this study was 168(35.36%): 307(64.64%). Majority of male students 142(84.52%) and female 282(91.86 %) obtained eligibility level of attendance. Considering item examinations 139(97.88%) male and 269(95.39%) female students completed the items in due time. Among students with good attendance male 133 (93.66%) and female 269(95.39%) passed the Term final exams regularly. In Professional examinations 128(90.14%) male and 261(92.55%) female students with better attendance passed at first chance. Statistically result by Chi-Square test showed significant result. Considering reasons for presence in the class 475(100%) students said it is a requirement for qualification to sit for professional MBBS examinations, 472(99.37%) attended to get clear idea about topic of discussion, 471(99.16%) opted for getting chance for interaction with class teacher, 468(98.53%) gave opinion about getting suggestions and important questions for examination, 412(86.74%) found the topic interesting and 67(14.11%) attended class for avoiding fine for absence. Regarding absence in the class 54(11.37%) was sick, 51(10.74%) found the class boring, 44(9.26%) felt the topic boring, 41(8.63%) was busy otherwise, 37(7.79%) thought they could get notes from friends, 22(4.63%) was on leave and 17(3.58%) thought they could pass subject without attending the classes. Students with regular attendance in class generally have positive effect since they get benefit from having better examination results, higher self concept, higher standardized test scores and educational attainment.Faridpur Med. Coll. J. Jul 2017;12(2): 58-63

scholarly journals Knowledge and Acceptability of Human Papillomavirus Vaccination among Women Attending the Gynaecological Outpatient Clinics of a University Teaching Hospital in Lagos, Nigeria

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kehinde S. Okunade ◽  
Oyebola Sunmonu ◽  
Gbemisola E. Osanyin ◽  
Ayodeji A. Oluwole
Keyword(s):  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
Hpv Vaccination ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
Hpv Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Teaching ◽  
Hpv Vaccines ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Human Papillomavirus Vaccination ◽  
Cross Sectional

Objectives. This study was aimed at determining the knowledge and acceptability of HPV vaccine among women attending the gynaecology clinics of the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH). Methods. This was a descriptive cross-sectional study involving 148 consecutively selected women attending the gynaecology clinic of LUTH. Relevant information was obtained from these women using an interviewer-administered questionnaire. The data was analysed and then presented by simple descriptive statistics using tables and charts. Chi-square statistics were used to test the association between the sociodemographical variables and acceptance of HPV vaccination. All significance values were reported at P<0.05. Results. The mean age of the respondents was 35.7±9.7 years. The study showed that 36.5% of the respondents had heard about HPV infection while only 18.9% had knowledge about the existence of HPV vaccines. Overall, 81.8% of the respondents accepted that the vaccines could be administered to their teenage girls with the level of education of the mothers being the major determinant of their acceptability (P=0.013). Conclusions. Awareness of HPV infections and existence of HPV vaccines is low. However, the acceptance of HPV vaccines is generally high. Efforts should be made to increase the awareness about cervical cancer, its aetiologies, and prevention via HPV vaccination.

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