scholarly journals Design and Validation of a Scale Measuring Attitudes toward Refugee Children

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 2797
Author(s):  
Georgia Angelidou ◽  
Eva María Aguaded-Ramírez ◽  
Clemente Rodríguez-Sabiote
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Refugee Children ◽  
Attitude Questionnaire ◽  
Host Countries ◽  
Arithmetic Means ◽  
Interclass Correlation ◽  
Spss Software

The aim of this study was to design, develop, and validate a questionnaire evaluating attitudes toward refugee children. Method: The questionnaire was analyzed using SPSS Software version 21.0 (IBM Corp., 2012, Armonk, NY, USA). Results: Cronbach’s α was greater than 0.9. According to an expert’s review, the instrument provided arithmetic means higher than 2.5, the dimensions evaluated had interclass correlation coefficients greater than 55, and the corrected correlation values of the item-total were greater than 0.35. Conclusions: The Attitude Questionnaire toward Refugee Children was found to be an adequate instrument for better understanding and measuring the attitudes of host countries’ citizens toward refugee children.

Comparing Computer-Derived and Human-Observed Scores for the Balance Error Scoring System

2016 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 133-136 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jaclyn B. Caccese ◽  
Thomas W. Kaminski
Keyword(s):  
Athletic Training ◽  
Outcome Measures ◽  
Scoring System ◽  
Postural Stability ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Current Standard ◽  
Interclass Correlation ◽  
Z Scores ◽  
Balance Error Scoring System ◽  
Balance Error

Context:The Balance Error Scoring System (BESS) is the current standard for assessing postural stability in concussed athletes on the sideline. However, research has questioned the objectivity and validity of the BESS, suggesting that while certain subcategories of the BESS have sufficient reliability to be used in evaluation of postural stability, the total score is not reliable, demonstrating limited interrater and intrarater reliability. Recently, a computerized BESS test was developed to automate scoring.Objective:To compare computerderived BESS scores with those taken from 3 trained human scorers.Design:Interrater reliability study.Setting:Athletic training room.Patients:NCAA Division I student athletes (53 male, 58 female; 19 ± 2 y, 168 ± 41 cm, 69 ± 4 kg).Interventions:Subjects were asked to perform the BESS while standing on the Tekscan (Boston, MA) MobileMat® BESS. The MobileMat BESS software displayed an error score at the end of each trial. Simultaneously, errors were recorded by 3 separate examiners. Errors were counted using the standard BESS scoring criteria.Main Outcome Measures:The number of BESS errors was computed for the 6 stances from the software and each of the 3 human scorers. Interclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) were used to compare errors for each stance scored by the MobileMat BESS software with each of 3 raters individually. The ICC values were converted to Fisher Z scores, averaged, and converted back into ICC values.Results:The double-leg, single-leg, and tandem-firm stances resulted in good agreement with human scorers (ICC = .999, .731, and .648). All foam stances resulted in fair agreement.Conclusions:Our results suggest that the MobileMat BESS is suitable for identifying BESS errors involving each of the 6 stances of the BESS protocol. Because the MobileMat BESS scores consistently and reliably, this system can be used with confidence by clinicians as an effective alternative to scoring the BESS.

scholarly journals Visual Analogue Scales as a Tool for Initial Assessment of Tinnitus Severity: Psychometric Evaluation in a Clinical Population

2018 ◽  
Vol 23 (4) ◽  
pp. 229-237 ◽  
Author(s):  
Danuta Raj-Koziak ◽  
Elzbieta Gos ◽  
Weronika Swierniak ◽  
Joanna J. Rajchel ◽  
Lucyna Karpiesz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Psychometric Evaluation ◽  
Clinical Population ◽  
Initial Assessment ◽  
Tinnitus Severity ◽  
Interclass Correlation ◽  
Bland Altman Method ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
Brief Screening ◽  
Analogue Scales

The aim of this study was to evaluate the psychometric properties of patient-reported visual analogue scale (VAS) ratings. All of the participants (100 Polish-speaking adults) completed a Tinnitus Functional Index (TFI) once and a 4-component VAS twice over a period of 3 days. Spearman’s correlation coefficients between the VAS score and global TFI ranged from ρ = 0.52 for VAS-coping (VAS-C) to ρ = 0.81 for VAS-annoyance (VAS-A). Using the Bland-Altman method, the agreement ranged from 93% for VAS-A to 96% for VAS-distress (VAS-D). Interclass correlation coefficients ranged from 0.67 for VAS-C to 0.90 for VAS-A. The VAS cutoff points representing significant tinnitus severity ranged from 45 points for VAS-C to 66 points for VAS-D. VAS scales are a valid and reliable brief screening tool for obtaining quick information about tinnitus.

scholarly journals An in vitro Comparison of Root Canal Measurement in Permanent Teeth by Electronic Apex Locator, Conventional and Digital Radiography

2011 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 312-315
Author(s):  
Alexander LNU ◽  
Musab Hamed Saeed ◽  
Nazil A Abtahl ◽  
A Praveen Pradeep
Keyword(s):  
Failure Rate ◽  
Digital Radiography ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Conventional Radiography ◽  
Permanent Teeth ◽  
Radiographic Measurements ◽  
Interclass Correlation ◽  
Working Length ◽  
Electronic Apex Locator

ABSTRACT Introduction In endodontic treatment for permanent teeth, it is important to estimate the working length precisely. Currently, various methods are used in clinical practice for working length estimation. The objective of this study is to compare the accuracy of root canal length in permanent teeth determined by electronic apex locators, conventional and digital radiography. Materials and methods A total of 50 single rooted permanent teeth with mature apices were extracted for periodontal reasons and obtained from different sources without caries were studied. The radiographic measurements were done using paralleling technique. Electronic measurements were done next using third generation, DentAport ZX. Actual canal length of each tooth was measured using direct observation of the apical exit of the file. Measurements obtained from radiographic and electronic methods were compared to the actual tooth length. Interclass correlation coefficients and failure rate for each method and their combinations were calculated using STATA 12.0 software. Results The measurements obtained through all the three techniques showed high interclass correlation coefficients and excellent level of agreement. The failure rate of measurements obtained through conventional radiography, digital radiography and electronic apex locators was 38, 30 and 22% respectively. Combination of conventional radiography with electronic apex locator showed an accuracy of 90%, while combination of digital radiographs and electronic apex locators given an accuracy of 96%. Conclusion A combination of digital radiographic and apex locator methods for determining the root canal length in permanent teeth can be considered safe, reliable and precise.

scholarly journals Repeatability of a Dual-Scheimpflug Placido Disc Corneal Tomographer/Topographer in Eyes with Keratoconus

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Poulsen ◽  
Diane Jang ◽  
Mahmood Khan ◽  
Zaina Nabil Al-Mohtaseb ◽  
Michael Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Image Quality ◽  
Spherical Aberration ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Quality Metrics ◽  
Corneal Surgery ◽  
Image Quality Metrics ◽  
Interclass Correlation ◽  
Intrastromal Corneal Ring ◽  
History Of ◽  
Image Quality Metric

Purpose: To investigate the repeatability of a combined Dual-Scheimpflug placido disc corneal topographer (Zeimer Galilei G4) with respect to keratometric indices used to monitor progression of keratoconus (KCN). Methods: Patients with KCN were prospectively enrolled. For each eye lacking history of corneal surgery, 5 measurements were taken in succession. Eyes in which 3 or more measurements could be obtained (defined by the device's 4 image quality metrics) were included in the analysis. The repeatability limits (RL) and interclass correlation coefficients (ICC) were calculated for various parameters. Results: 32 eyes from 25 patients met all image quality metrics, and 54 eyes from 38 patients met at least 3/4 criteria (all except the placido image quality metric). RLs for key parameters when 4/4 or 3/4 image quality metrics were met included: 0.37 and 0.77 diopters (D) for steep simulated keratometry, 0.79 and 1.65 D for maximum keratometry, 13.80 and 13.88 degrees for astigmatism axis, 0.64 and 0.56 um for vertical coma magnitude, and 3.76 and 3.84 um for thinnest pachymetry, respectively. The ICCs for all parameters were excellent [above 0.87 except for spherical aberration (0.77)]. Conclusions: The dual-Scheimpflug placido disc corneal topographer is highly repeatable in quantifying parameters used in monitoring KCN. Excellent placido images are difficult to capture in eyes with KCN, but when available, increase the reliability of the measurements. The RLs may be especially helpful in detecting progression in mild KCN when interventions such as corneal cross-linking or intrastromal corneal ring segments are most beneficial.

scholarly journals Genetic variability of rye-xenic-hybrid traits

2014 ◽  
Vol 65 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 329-333 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lechosław Grochowski ◽  
Jan Kaczmarek ◽  
Władysław Kadłubiec ◽  
Henryk Bujak
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Diversity ◽  
Genetic Variability ◽  
Plant Height ◽  
Combining Ability ◽  
Field Experiments ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Winter Rye ◽  
Arithmetic Means ◽  
Coefficients Of Variation ◽  
Standard Cultivar

In field experiments performed in two localities (Smolice, Wrocław) 18 xenic hybrids of winter rye, two testers and standard cultivar Dańkowskie Złote, were analysed. The objects of detailed evaluations were 11 traits. For six of them arithmetic means (x), standard deviations (S), coefficients of variation (cv), coefficients of genetic diversity (h<sup>2</sup>), correlation coefficients were calculated. Moreover, analyses of variance were carried out and the effects of general (GCA) and specific (SCA) combining ability were estimated. The existence of quantitative xenia in hybrids was confirmed. It was shown that xenic hybrids, in respect to most of the analysed traits, were insignificantly inferior to the testers and the standard cultivar. However, the decrease of plant height has shown to be significant and a tendency to higher yield was observed.

scholarly journals Acute pancreatitis and low ascites-serum albumin gradient ascites caused by Brucellosis

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (8) ◽  
pp. 470-474
Author(s):  
Mesut Aydin
Keyword(s):  
Acute Pancreatitis ◽  
Serum Proteins ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Pancreatic Leakage ◽  
Brucella Infection ◽  
The World ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Spss Software

Objective: Brucellosis is a zoonotic disease seen widely around the world. Although many aspects and treatment of this disease is well known, peritoneal involvement and ascites is not well established so far. Material and Methods: This study retrospectively enrolled 346 adult patients (aged >17 years) with acute Brucellosis attending Hepatology Clinic, Van Yuzuncu Yil University, between April 2013 and May 2016. Characteristics of those with and without ascites were analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficients and Chi-Square test in SPSS software system. Results: Of the 346 cases, 20 (5, 7%) had ascites. Those with ascites had significantly higher transaminase, cholestatic enzyme and amylase levels compared to those without ascites. Conclusions: We conclude that acute Brucella infection can lead to a unique low gradient ascites probably resulting from pancreatic leakage followed by peritoneal accumulation of serum proteins.

scholarly journals Correlación entre Pobreza Extrema y Discapacidad en los Departamentos de Colombia

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yaneth Herazo Beltr ◽  
Regina Dom
Keyword(s):  
Census Data ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Linear Regression Method ◽  
Extreme Poverty ◽  
Positive Correlation ◽  
Software Application ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
The Social ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
Poverty Indicators

Introducción: Aparte de ser un problema médico, la discapacidad es un fenómeno socioeconómico, ya que una persona en situación de discapacidad tiene mayores restricciones para acceder, por ejemplo, a un empleo. Objetivo: Se propone estimar la correlación entre pobreza extrema y discapacidad en los departamentos de Colombia, según los datos del Censo General de 2005. Materiales y Métodos: Se realizó un estudio analítico ecológico. Como indicadores de discapacidad, se tomaron los datos del Departamento Administrativo Nacional de Estadísticas (DANE) y el indicador pobreza extrema del Departamento Nacional de Planeación (DNP). Se determinó el coeficiente de correlación (r) mediante el método de regresión lineal, usando el programa SPSS. Resultados: El análisis estableció la relación positiva entre las variables estudiadas, así: entre limitaciones permanentes para caminar y pobreza extrema, la correlación fue más fuerte (r=0,227), pero no significativamente estadística (p=0,286); igual, entre pobreza extrema y las limitaciones para autocuidado (r=0,161) y para el uso de brazos y manos (r=0,139), fue positiva, aunque débil. Conclusión: Los anteriores coeficientes de correlación (r) indican que la pobreza influye en la situación de discapacidad de las personas en forma acorde con la actividad que se analice, lo cual permite concluir que la pobreza es un factor contextual influyente en la discapacidad.ABSTRACTIntroduction: Disability is considered a socio-economic phenomenon; a person in situation of disability has greater restrictions to access to employment. Objective: To estimate the correlation if any exists, between extreme poverty and disability in Colombian regions. The study is to be based on the 2005 general census. Materials and Methods: Analytic and ecologic study. 2005 general census data from the National Beauro of Statistical Administration (DANE) was used to form indicators of disability. For extreme poverty, indicators from the National Planning Bearue (DNP) were collected. The correlation coefficient (r) was determined through the linear regression method utilizing the SPSS software application. Results: The analysis establishes a positive correlation between permanent walking limitations and extreme poverty (r = 0,227); however, not significant (p = 0,286). Likewise, a positive correlation was found between extreme poverty and self-care (r=0,161); between extreme poverty and use of arms and legs (r=0,139). The correlation is weaker for the latter parameters. Conclusion: The obtained correlation coefficients (r) indicate that poverty affects the disability condition based on the analyzed activity. Further, the results lead us to conclude that poverty is a contextual factor around disability. It is recommended that other analytical methods be utilized to establish causal relationships between disability and poverty at an individual level. The purpose would be to obtain a deeper understanding of how personal and environmental conditions lead to the social exclusion of individuals with disabilities.

scholarly journals Mental health status of refugee children

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
N Lemonjava ◽  
K Antia ◽  
M Lobjanidze ◽  
T Lobjanidze
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Psychological Trauma ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Stress Factors ◽  
Refugee Children ◽  
Health State ◽  
Post Traumatic Stress ◽  
Host Countries

Abstract Background A number of refugees and asylum seekers have increased dramatically in recent years. More than 250 million people worldwide are considered as refugees (United Nations High Commission for Refugees, 2018), among whom more than 50% are children. General health and especially psychological health of the refugee and asylum seeking children are an emerging, however, not well explored issues. In this study, we aimed to review the literature on the psychological health of refugee children. Methods We performed a literature search and descriptive analysis of studies published until July 2019, through MEDLINE and Science Direct databases. We identified literature on psychological health state of refugee and asylum seeking children. We analysed results of 16 studies. Results The study found that refugee children are facing severe psychological health issues, such as Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, behavioural problems. We identified 3 phases of psychological trauma and stress among refugee children: stress due to conflict in their home countries, stress during migration, and upon the arrival to host country. Our analysis reviled integration difficulties such as racism and bulling as important stress factors for the refugee children. Studies found that prevalence of PTSD is more than 54% among refugee children residing in Norway, significantly higher than in reference population. The studies identified the need of regular mental health assessment and preventive care, psychological counselling services for the refugee children. All included studies showed significantly higher stress among refugee children when compared to local children in host countries. Conclusions Rehabilitation services and follow-up supportive programs should be implemented to improve the mental health status of refugee children; these interventions will also contribute to their better integration. Key messages Screening and regular monitoring provided by host countries healthcare system is crucial to identify high risk children. More research is needed to better investigate the psychological health state and needs of refugee children.

scholarly journals An Assessment of the Validity of an Audio-Video Method of Food Journaling for Dietary Quantity and Quality

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Emily Jago ◽  
Alain P. Gauthier ◽  
Ann Pegoraro ◽  
Sandra C. Dorman
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Free Living ◽  
Software Analysis ◽  
Interclass Correlation ◽  
Signed Rank ◽  
Signed Rank Test ◽  
Highly Correlated ◽  
Food Journaling ◽  
Audio Video

Objective. To validate an audio-video (AV) method of food journaling, in a free-living scenario, compared to direct, weighed food assessment. Design and Setting. Data were collected in a cafeteria. Meals, selected by participants (n=30), were documented using the AV method: participants video-recorded their tray while audio-recording a description of their selected meal, after which the research team digitally weighed each food item and created an itemized diary record of the food. Variables Measured. Data from the AV method and from the weighed food diaries were transcribed and entered into a nutrition software analysis program (Nutribase Pro 10.0). Nutrient outputs were compared between the two methods including kilocalories, macronutrients, and selected micronutrients. Analyses. Using mean scores for each variable, Wilcoxon signed-rank test and Spearman’s correlation coefficients were conducted. Interclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was calculated for absolute agreement between the two methods to assess interrater reliability. Results. With the exception of Vitamin E and total weight, nutrient values were highly correlated between methods and were statistically significant given alpha = 0.05, power = 0.95, and effect size of 0.70. Conclusions. The AV method may be a meaningful alternative to diary recording in a free-living setting.

scholarly journals Feasibility and Reliability of a Multisource Feedback Tool for Emergency Medicine Residents

2011 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 356-360 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gregory Garra ◽  
Andrew Wackett ◽  
Henry Thode
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
Emergency Medicine ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Multisource Feedback ◽  
Resident Performance ◽  
Self Evaluation ◽  
Evaluation Of Performance ◽  
Interclass Correlation ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Emergency Department Patients

Abstract Background While the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education recommends multisource feedback (MSF) of resident performance, there is no uniformly accepted MSF tool for emergency medicine (EM) trainees, and the process of obtaining MSF in EM residencies is untested. Objective To determine the feasibility of an MSF program and evaluate the intraclass and interclass correlation of a previously reported resident professionalism evaluation, the Humanism Scale (HS). Methods To assess 10 third-year EM residents, we distributed an anonymous 9-item modified HS (EM-HS) to emergency department nursing staff, faculty physicians, and patients. The evaluators rated resident performance on a 1 to 9 scale (needs improvement to outstanding). Residents were asked to complete a self-evaluation of performance, using the same scale. Analysis Generalizability coefficients (Eρ2) were used to assess the reliability within evaluator classes. The mean score for each of the 9 questions provided by each evaluator class was calculated for each resident. Correlation coefficients were used to evaluate correlation between rater classes for each question on the EM-HS. Eρ2 and correlation values greater than 0.70 were deemed acceptable. Results EM-HSs were obtained from 44 nurses and 12 faculty physicians. The residents had an average of 13 evaluations by emergency department patients. Reliability within faculty and nurses was acceptable, with Eρ2 of 0.79 and 0.83, respectively. Interclass reliability was good between faculty and nurses. Conclusions An MSF program for EM residents is feasible. Intraclass reliability was acceptable for faculty and nurses. However, reliable feedback from patients requires a larger number of patient evaluations.

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