scholarly journals Everyday Life and Social Contacts of Dementia and Non-Dementia Residents over 80 Years in Long-Term Inpatient Care: A Multi-Level Analysis on the Effect of Staffing

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (21) ◽  
pp. 11300
Author(s):  
Melanie Zirves ◽  
Ibrahim Demirer ◽  
Holger Pfaff
Keyword(s):  
Registered Nurses ◽  
Everyday Life ◽  
Longitudinal Research ◽  
Nursing Home Residents ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Social Contacts ◽  
Multi Level ◽  
Major Attention ◽  
The Impact

The relationship between nurse staffing, physical outcomes of residents, as well as quality of care receives major attention. The impact of staffing levels on residents’ ability to organize their everyday life and maintain social contacts, however, has not been analyzed to date. This study examines whether a relationship between the staff-to-resident ratio for registered nurses and nursing home residents with and without dementia aged over 80 exists. Secondary data collected in the project inQS (indikatorengestützte Qualitätsförderung) were used (n = 1782, mean age = 88.14). The analyzed cross-sectional data were collected in winter 2019 in facilities of the Diocesan Caritas Association in Germany. A sum score formed from variables measuring residents’ abilities to independently organize their everyday life and maintain social contacts functioned as the dependent variable. A multi-level regression analysis was performed. The results revealed that the ability of residents without dementia was significantly associated with the staff-to-resident ratio of registered nurses. This was not true for residents with dementia. For the latter, however, whether the facility offers a segregated care unit turned out to be significant. Additional and longitudinal research is indispensable to explain the inequality between the two groups analyzed.

scholarly journals The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on socio-economic and sustainability

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xueli Wei ◽  
Lijing Li ◽  
Fan Zhang
Keyword(s):  
World Economy ◽  
Social Economy ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Social ◽  
The World ◽  
The Status ◽  
Sectional Analysis ◽  
The Impact

Pumping elephantThe COVID-19 pandemic has adversely affected the lives of people around the world in millions of ways . Due to this severe epidemic, all countries in the world have been affected by all aspects, mainly economic. It is widely discussed that the COVID-19 outbreak has affected the world economy. When considering this dimension, this study aims to examine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the world economy, socio-economics, and sustainability. In addition, the research focuses on multiple aspects of social well-being during the pandemic, such as employment, poverty, the status of women, food security, and global trade. To this end, the study used time series and cross-sectional analysis of the data. The second-hand data used in this study comes from the websites of major international organizations. From the analysis of secondary data, the conclusion of this article is that the impact of the pandemic is huge. The main finding of the thesis is that the social economy is affected by the pandemic, causing huge losses in terms of economic well-being and social capital.

scholarly journals The impact of COVID-19 restriction measures on loneliness among older adults in Austria

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erwin Stolz ◽  
Hannes Mayerl ◽  
Wolfgang Freidl
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Social Contacts ◽  
Mental Health Issues ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Opening Phase

Abstract Background To halt the spread of COVID-19, Austria implemented a 7-week ’lockdown’ in March/April 2020. We assess whether the ensuing reduction in social contacts led to increased loneliness among older adults (60+). Methods Three analyses were conducted: (1) A comparison between pre-pandemic (SHARE: 2013-2017) and pandemic (May 2020) levels of loneliness (UCLA-3 scale), (2) an assessment of the cross-sectional correlation between being affected by COVID-19 restriction measures and loneliness (May 2020), and (3) a longitudinal analysis of weekly changes (March-June 2020) in loneliness (Corona panel). Results We found (1) increased loneliness in 2020 compared with previous years, (2) a moderate positive association between the number of restriction measures older adults were affected from and their loneliness, and (3) that loneliness was higher during ’lockdown’ compared to the subsequent re-opening phase, particularly among those who live alone. Conclusion We provide evidence that COVID-19 restriction measures in Austria have indeed resulted in increased levels of loneliness among older adults. However, these effects seem to be short-lived, and thus no strong negative consequences for older adults’ mental health are expected. Nonetheless, the effects on loneliness, and subsequent mental health issues, might be both more long-lasting and severe if future restriction measures are enacted repeatedly and/or over longer time periods.

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.

The global mobility decisions of professional sailors’ spouses

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 203-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanne Mutter
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Longitudinal Research ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Conceptual Foundation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Global Mobility ◽  
The Family ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Stay Behind

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to identify the factors informing spousal global mobility decisions within the context of sporting expatriation. Findings contribute to the non-corporate global mobility literature as well as providing an empirical enhancement to the family relatedness of work decisions framework. Design/methodology/approach In this qualitative study, in-depth interviews gave voice to 21 spouses of professional sailors who have experienced both trailing their spouse and staying behind. Findings Access to empathetic social support, the potential impact on children, and the spouse’s career were all found to influence the spouse’s dynamic global mobility decision making. Research limitations/implications The study is limited by the cross-sectional nature of the research. Future longitudinal research into the impact of spousal preferences would identify the on-going effect of their decision(s) to relocate or to stay behind. Practical implications Providing organisations with an understanding of the familial issues their global talent may factor into their work mobility decisions will allow them to implement appropriate family-focussed support, irrespective of the choice to engage, or not engage, in global mobility. Originality/value By grounding the study in the under-researched sporting arena, the author contributes to the emerging non-corporate expatriate conversation. Furthermore, the family relatedness of work-related decisions framework was found to provide a useful conceptual foundation for understanding decision making in an international context.

scholarly journals The impact of stroke on people living in central Uganda: A descriptive study

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julius T. Kamwesiga ◽  
Lena K. Von Kock ◽  
Gunilla M. Eriksson ◽  
Susanne G.E. Guidetti
Keyword(s):  
Everyday Life ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Clinical Characteristics ◽  
Hand Function ◽  
Chronic Phase ◽  
Mulago Hospital ◽  
Stroke Severity ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Background: Knowledge about perceived impact of stroke on everyday life as well as rehabilitation needs after stroke in Uganda is necessary to identify and develop rehabilitation interventions.Objectives: To explore and describe clinical characteristics and functioning during the acute or subacute phase and chronic phase, as well as the impact of stroke on everyday life during the chronic phase in stroke survivors in central Uganda.Method: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted on a consecutively included acute or subacute (n = 58) sample and a chronic (n = 62) sample. Face-to-face interviews were conducted to collect demographic information and clinical characteristics. The Scandinavian Stroke Scale (SSS) was used to collect clinical characteristics, assess neurological impairment and define stroke severity. The Barthel Index was used to assess the level of dependence in activities of daily living. In addition, the Stroke Impact Scale (SIS) 3.0 Uganda version was used to assess the impact of stroke in everyday life as perceived by the individuals in the chronic sample receiving rehabilitation.Results: The mean age of the acute/subacute sample was 49 years and 81% had moderate or severe stroke. The mean age of the chronic rehabilitation group was 53 years and 58% had mild stroke. Time since onset in the acute sample was between 2 days and 3 weeks, and time since onset for the chronic sample varied between 3 months and 3 years. Strength, hand function and participation were the most impacted SIS domains in the chronic sample.Conclusion: People with severe and moderate stroke were more likely to be admitted to Mulago Hospital. The mean age in the study sample was lower than that in high-income countries. Further knowledge is needed regarding the impact of stroke to develop guidelines for stroke rehabilitation interventions feasible in the Ugandan healthcare context in both rural and urban areas.

The Impact of Custodial Grandparenting on Cognitive Performance in a Longitudinal Sample of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

2020 ◽  
pp. 0192513X2097672
Author(s):  
Ian T. McKay ◽  
Danielle K. Nadorff
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Performance ◽  
Longitudinal Research ◽  
The United States ◽  
Word Recall ◽  
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren ◽  
Custodial Grandparents ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Custodial Grandparenting ◽  
Sectional Analysis ◽  
The Impact

There are currently 2.7 million grandparents raising grandchildren in the United States. As grandparent caregiving has become more prevalent, concerns have surfaced regarding the effect of additional caregiving responsibilities placed on an aging population. The following study uses an existing dataset of individuals who graduated from Wisconsin high schools in 1957. The present study examined the impact of grandparenting on measures of cognition, both cross-sectionally and longitudinally. Findings from the cross-sectional analysis show that custodial grandparents outperformed their noncustodial grandparent counterparts on the cognitive tests of word recall, category fluency, letter fluency, and cognitive similarities. Findings from the longitudinal analysis show that though custodial grandparents had initially performed worse on the digit ordering task, their scores declined at a much slower rate than non-custodial grandparents. By using a cross-sectional and longitudinal research design, this study provides a unique opportunity to examine the impact of grandparenting on cognitive performance.

scholarly journals ANALISIS IMPLEMENTASI PROGRAM JAMINAN KESEHATAN NASIONAL BERDASARKAN ANGGOTA KEPESERTAAN BPJS (STUDI DI PUSKESMAS WIYUNG, KOTA SURABAYA TAHUN 2017)

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Satriya Wijaya
Keyword(s):  
Health Insurance ◽  
Health Center ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Stake Holder ◽  
The Government ◽  
Document Review ◽  
The Impact

Abstrak Pelaksanaan JKN di Indonesia menghadapi berbagai tantangan, dari sisi pemberi layanan kesehatan, pengelola jaminan kesehatan, masyarakat sebagai pengguna, serta pemerintah sebagai regulator program. Berbagai studi telah dilakukan untuk menelaah dampak JKN pada pelayanan kesehatan di Indonesia, namun pemanfaatan hasil studi tersebut untuk menyempurnakan kebijakan masih terbatas. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif eksploratif, yang menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif serta penelaahan dokumen. Desain penelitian adalah cross-sectional dengan pendekatan retrospektif. Sampel penelitian ini adalah seluruh stakeholder kunci yang berada di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Wiyung yang terkait erat dengan pelaksanaan JKN. Analisa dan pengumpulan data dilakukan untuk memvalidasi: informasi dari institusi responden, indepth interview dengan stake holder kebijakan dan pelaksana program, kemudian cek silang oleh enumerator lapangan ke beberapa responden untuk temuan yang memerlukan, dan refleksi tim dalam bentuk pertemuan validasi data. Informasi yang diperoleh dari hasil indepth interview stake holder kebijakan dan pelaksana program, informasi cek silang dari enumerator lapangan maupun data sekunder akan diintegrasikan dengan informasi kualitatif yang terkumpul. Hasil analisis menunjukkan tidak semua pengunjung Puskesmas Wiyung telah menjadi peserta BPJS. Sistem administrasi dianggap rumit untuk dipahami dengan mudah oleh masyarakat.  Perlu sosialisasi kepada masyarakat tentang kepesertaan BPJS dan penguatan koordinasi dengan pihak BPJS apabila ada masalah anggota kepesertaan pasien BPJS.   Kata kunci: implementasi JKN, program JKN, kepesertaan BPJS Abstract   Implementation of National Health Insurance (JKN) in Indonesia faces various challenges, from the side of health care providers, health insurance managers, the community as users, and the government as the program regulator. Various studies have been conducted to examine the impact of JKN on health services in Indonesia, but the use of the results of these studies to improve policies is still limited. This type of research is explorative descriptive research, which uses qualitative descriptive methods and document review. The study design was cross-sectional with a retrospective approach. The sample of this study is all key stakeholders in the Wiyung Health Center working area which are closely related to JKN implementation. Analysis and data collection were carried out to validate: information from the respondent's institution, in-depth interviews with policy stakeholders and program implementers, then cross-check by field enumerators to several respondents for findings that needed, and team reflection in the form of data validation meetings. Information obtained from the results of an in-depth interview of policy stakeholders and program implementers, cross check information from field enumerators and secondary data will be integrated with qualitative information collected. The results of the analysis showed that not all visitors to the Wiyung Health Center had become BPJS participants. The administrative system is considered complicated to be easily understood by the community. Need to disseminate information to the public about BPJS membership and strengthening coordination with BPJS if there are problems with membership of BPJS patients.  Keywords: implementation of JKN, JKN program, BPJS membership

scholarly journals Influence of Alternative Financing on the Relationship between Managerial Competency and Efficiency of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-26
Author(s):  
Jackson Njau Waweru ◽  
Kennedy M Waweru ◽  
Kenneth L Wanjau ◽  
Josphat K Kinyanjui
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Multiple Regression ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Medium Size ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Managerial Competency ◽  
Alternative Finance ◽  
The Impact

Worldwide, Small and medium-size enterprises (SMEs) exhibit inimitable financial needs. While SMEs remain fundamental to economic growth, their mortality rate in Kenya approaches 90% by the second year, mainly owing to lack of credit. However, scholarly endeavors exploring the impact of alternative finance (AF) on managerial competency - efficiency nexus for manufacturing SMEs have received little attention in Kenya. To resolve this conundrum, a thorough study to investigate how AF impacts managerial competency - efficiency nexus is necessary. The study used a cross-sectional research design, employing both qualitative and quantitative research approaches. The target population was 171 SMEs registered with Kenya Association of Manufacturers. The accessible population was 136 SMEs owners/managers. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect primary and secondary data. Data envelopment analysis was used to measure efficiency, multiple regression modeling used to analyze the direct relationships while hierarchical moderated multiple regression analysis employed to test moderation. Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling was used to test robustness of our results. The findings of this study demonstrate that managerial competency positively influences efficiency (? = 0.150, t-value =10.246, P<0.05), and that alternative finance does moderate managerial competency relationships with efficiency (R-Square change of 21.7%). We suggest trainings for manufacturing SME owners/managers in Kenya on the pivotal role of alternative finance to facilitate SMEs achieve higher efficiencies and accelerate economic growth.

scholarly journals The Impact of Infrastructure of South Cross Road Line Toward Land Value

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 212
Author(s):  
Lustina Fajar Prastiwi ◽  
Inayati Nuraini Dwiputri
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Data ◽  
Google Earth ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Land Value ◽  
Mountain Area ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Production Factors ◽  
Infrastructure Project ◽  
Land Transaction ◽  
The Impact

Land is one of the production factors in an economical activity. The demand for a new property is never low, while its existence is limited. This research was conducted in Purwosari Sub-district, Gunungkidul Regency, DIY Province. The researcher chose four villages to did this research, they are Giriasih Village, Girijati Village, Giripurwo Village, and Giricahyo Village. Those villages located in the Sewu Mountain area, Gunungkidul, near Parangtritis Beach. They are passed by JJLS infrastructure project. The purpose of the research is to identify the impact of JJLS project on the pattern of the land value surround 2016. Furthermore, the researcher aims to find the factors behind. Explorative research is used as the research design in this research. The primary data source gained from a measurement using Google Earth software. The secondary data is based on property purchase transaction recording from BKAD Gunungkidul. Thus, the data type is cross-sectional of the land transaction in 2016. This was done by using convenience sampling. The findings of the research show that there is a weakening of 1.5% per kilometers for property which is far away from JJLS. The highness price of the land influenced by some factors, such as land area (4,68%), the distance to CBD (0,0535%), the type of field land (3,65%), and the adequate accessibility (2,96%).

scholarly journals Analisis Pengaruh Mental Blocking Terhadap Berpikir Analitis Dan Kritis Dalam Kegiatan Promosi

2021 ◽  
pp. 49-58
Author(s):  
Dimas Perdana Oskar ◽  
Andhika Anggawira
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Small Enterprise ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Business People ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Future Researcher ◽  
Business Women ◽  
The Impact

Failure in promotional activities if not well managed will make business people in some condition that is known as mental blocking. This research design is descriptive research into secondary data with cross sectional approach which was held to understand the impact of mental blocking toward analytical and critical thinking in micro and small enterprise promotion activities. This research location was in Padang by collecting 229 research questionnaires from micro and small business women from July 28th 2020 to August 7th 2020 with 5% error rate. We can conclude that there was negative relationship between mental blocking and analytical and critical thinking with R -0.62. On the same hand, this research finding is that mental blocking have no significant impact toward analytical and critical thinking where R2is 4 percent. This was due to majority in scoring distribution of mental blocking aspect were in low level while majority in scoring distribution of analytical and critical thinking in higher level. This study suggested that future researcher must simplified the research scale and deeper analysis in finding other variable.

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