scholarly journals Assessment of Knowledge and Practices of Voluntary Blood Donation Among Pharmacy Students; A Cross-Sectional Survey from Lahore, Pakistan

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 206-214
Author(s):  
Rida Asghar ◽  
Nageen Zeeshan ◽  
Ahmed Umer Sohaib ◽  
Abu Bakar Munir ◽  
Muhammad Arslan Amjad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Sector ◽  
Blood Donation ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Quantitative Survey ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Objective: To determine the current knowledge and practices regarding voluntary blood donation among pharmacy (Pharm-D) students of Lahore, Pakistan. Methods: A cross-sectional quantitative survey was performed among Pharm-D students of two private and two public sector universities of Lahore, Pakistan in January 2018. Total 600 students were included in the study by convenient sampling technique. Data was gathered by a self-administered well-designed questionnaire and was analyzed by using SPSS version 23. Results: The level of knowledge among majority respondents (61.3%) about different aspects of blood donation was found to be good. The results revealed that despite having good knowledge, a significant number of the respondents (65.2%) were not practicing blood donation. The major reasons identified for poor blood donation practice were inconvenient environment and lack of facilities for the donors. Conclusion: There exists a gap in converting the good knowledge of respondents into practice of voluntary blood donation. Effective programs should be initiated to promote and aware people regarding the necessity of blood donation.

scholarly journals Stigmatising Attitudes Towards Co-workers with HIV in the Workplace of a Metropolitan State, Southwestern Nigeria

2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 67-75 ◽  
Author(s):  
Idongesit Godwin Utuk ◽  
Kayode Omoniyi Osungbade ◽  
Taiwo Akinyode Obembe ◽  
David Ayobami Adewole ◽  
Victoria Oluwabunmi Oladoyin
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Southwestern Nigeria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

Background:Despite demonstrating global concerns about infection in the workplace, very little research has explored how co-workers react to those living with HIV in the workplace in sub-Saharan Africa. This study aimed to assess the level of stigmatising attitude towards co-workers living with HIV in the workplace.Methods:The study was a descriptive cross-sectional survey involving 403 respondents. They were recruited from selected companies through a multistage sampling technique. Survey was carried out using pre-tested semi-structured questionnaires. Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences to generate frequencies, cross tabulations of variables at 5% level of significance. Logistic regression model was used to determine the predictors at 95% confidence intervals.Results:Mean age of respondents was 32.9 ± 9.4 years with 86.1% being females. Overall, slightly below two-third (63.0%) had good knowledge on transmission of HIV/AIDS while 218 (54.1%) respondents had a high stigmatising attitude towards co-workers with HIV in the workplace. More female respondents (69.6%) demonstrated high stigmatising attitudes towards co-workers with HIV in the workplace (p = 0.012). Female workers were twice more likely to have high stigmatising attitudes towards co-worker with HIV [OR 2.1 (95% CI: 1.13 – 3.83)].Conclusion:Stigma towards people living with HIV/AIDs is still very persistent in different settings. Good knowledge amongst our participants about HIV/AIDs did not translate to low stigmatising attitudes among workers. Concerted efforts and trainings on the transmission of HIV/AIDs are essential to reduce stigma that is still very prevalent in workplace settings.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes, and Motivations towards Blood Donation among King Abdulaziz Medical City Population

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Najd Alfouzan
Keyword(s):  
Blood Donation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Motivational Factors ◽  
Medical Procedure ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Public Areas ◽  
Medical City ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Background. Blood donation is remarkably safe medical procedure. However, attitudes, beliefs, and level of knowledge may affect it. Objectives. To measure the level of knowledge regarding blood donation, find out positive and negative attitudes, identify the obstacles, and suggest some motivational factors. Methodology. A cross-sectional study was conducted at King Abdulaziz Medical City (KAMC). Participants were selected by convenient nonrandom sampling technique. A self-created questionnaire was used for data collection. Results. The study included 349 individuals. About 45.8% of the participants claimed that they have a history of blood donation. Reported causes for not donating blood were blood donation not crossing their mind (52.4%), no time for donation (45%), and difficulty in accessing blood donation center (41.3%). Reported motivating factors for donating blood were one day off (81.4%), mobile blood donation caravans in public areas (79.1%), token gifts (31.5%), and finally paying money (18.9%). Conclusion. People in the age group 31–50 years, males, higher education and military were more likely to donate blood as well as People who showed higher knowledge level and positive attitude towards blood donation. More educational programs to increase the awareness in specific targeted populations and also to focus on some motivational factors are recommended.

scholarly journals Community Knowledge and Compliance in Doing Prevention of COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 16
Author(s):  
Dewi Setyawati ◽  
Mei Yolla Ningrum
Keyword(s):  
Community Health ◽  
Health Center ◽  
Community Health Center ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
P Value ◽  
Prevention Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Community Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Community compliance in taking measures to prevent transmission of COVID-19 must be based on good knowledge about COVID-19 so that it can break the chain of transmission of COVID-19. The objective of this research to determine the relationship between the level of community knowledge about COVID-19 with compliance to prevent COVID-19 at the Community Health Center of Jati Kudus. This study used a quantitative analysis with a cross-sectional approach. The population was 115 people treated at Community Health Center of Jati Kudus with range aged 17-35 years, then got 89 respondents were obtained using the purposive sampling technique. The instrument used was a questionnaire. From the results of univariate data testing, 65 respondents (73%) had good knowledge of COVID-19, while those who had sufficient knowledge were 24 people (27%). The results showed that all respondents complied with the prevention measures for COVID-19 with a percentage of 100%. Based on the bivariate test result, it was found that there was a relationship between the level of knowledge and compliance in preventing transmission of COVID-19 with a p-value of 0.034 and r (correlation coefficient) of 0.225. It can be concluded that there was a relationship between the level of public knowledge about COVID-19 and compliance with COVID-19 prevention at the Pubic Health Center of Jati Kudus.

scholarly journals A Cross-Sectional Survey Among Medical and Pharmacy Students Regarding Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Toward Self-Medication in Qassim University, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Razan Khalid Alduraibi ◽  
Waleed mohammad altowayan
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Public Health Care ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Background: Self-Medication (SM) is common practice worldwide in both developed and developing countries. SM is referred as self consuming of medication without consulting a physician for either diagnosis or treatment. This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitudes and practices toward SM among medical and pharmacy students. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among medical and pharmacy students in Qassim university, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia, during the period 2020-2021.Multistage random sampling technique was used to recruit students. The data were collected through questionnaire.Results: Three hundred and sixteen of 342 students were recruited. This study showed that the majority (94.6%) of students had good knowledge of self-medication. Additionally, the following characteristics were significantly associated with good knowledge: being female, and Pharmacy students. Overall mean score for the attitudes towards self-medication shows that 58.4% of the total sample had high agreements towards the questions of the attitudes toward self-medication. More than half (63.9%) of the students reported that they practice self- medication in the last 6 months. Pain killers was the most common medication used for self- medication by the majority of the students (88.29%). The majority (77.8%) of respondents reported that they feel confident about the use of self-medication. Conclusions: In conclusion, students' knowledge of self-medication appears to be good and significantly high among pharmacy students in comparison to medical students. Therefor, medical and pharmacy students should be viewed as important contributors to the public health care system, and future health professionals should be properly educated on good pharmacy practice and responsible self-medication.Trial registration: Not applicable

scholarly journals ATTITUDE AND PREFERENCE OF REHAB SCIENCES STUDENTS ON PATIENT SAFETY AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT EDUCATION

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-52
Author(s):  
Iqra Rani
Keyword(s):  
Patient Safety ◽  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Undergraduate Curriculum ◽  
Undergraduate Medical Students ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Good Communication

BACKGROUND AND AIMS Patient safety has been neglected in the rehabilitation as per many of the studies, there is a surge demand to get acquainted with the knowledge of patient safety for quality and reliable care. This study aimed to explore the attitude and preferences of rehab sciences students about patient safety and quality improvement education to overcome the gaps in practice regarding patient safety. METHODOLOGY A cross-sectional survey was conducted on undergraduate medical students of physical and occupational therapy, on convenience sampling technique. Data was collected through WhatsApp and e-mail on self-administered questionnaire formulated on google document, based on attitude and preferences of patient safety and quality improvement education. RESULTS A total number of 134 responses received out of which 56.7% were occupational therapy (OT) and rest physical therapy (PT) student. 67.9% OT and 79.9% PT have rated their current knowledge of patient safety and quality improvement as an average. Moreover, students believe that 97.8% good communication, 98.5% patient participation and motivation and 96.3%multidisciplinary teamwork plays a vital role in reducing risk of error. Consecutively, 95.5% of students encourage the safety measurement and quality practice should be an objective of undergraduate curriculum. CONCLUSION The curriculum must include objectives that introduce clinical guidelines to devise a standardized protocol for safety and quality work concepts in order to reduce the risk of errors in practicing and promote patient safety. Patient, Rehab Sciences, Healthcare, Safety, Quality, Education, risk

RELATIONSHIPS OF ADOLESCENT LEVEL ABOUT ABORTION WITH ADOLESCENT ATTITUDES TO ABORTION IN PELITA VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL BOGOR

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 68-78
Author(s):  
Nining Nining Fitrianingsih
Keyword(s):  
School Health ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
P Value ◽  
Vocational High School ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Adolescent Attitudes ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

dolescents in Indonesia experience pregnancy and birth before marriage reached20.9%, this figure is a fairly high and alarming. Based onthepreliminary studies on 10 female students, it was known that all female students knew about abortion through information media and 4 female students thought that abortion was dangerous but 6 other female students consideredthat abortion are normal, and the results of information obtained from the conselourteacher (BK) that there was once one student who was pregnant out of wedlock and had an abortion so that the student was expelled from school. The aims of this research areto determine the relationship of the level of knowledge of adolescents about abortion with adolescent attitudes towards abortion in students / class XI at Vocational Health Pelita Bogor in 2017. This research uses a quantitative study with a correlational design using a cross sectional approach. The populationused total sampling technique, there was 95 students of grade XI. The 95 respondents, 51 (53.7%) students had good knowledge about abortion, and 61 (64.2) positive attitudes towards abortion. Based on the statistical test results obtained p value = 0.00 which means p Value <0.05 so HO is rejected and HA is accepted, which means there is a relationship between the level of knowledge of adolescents about abortion with adolescent attitudes towards abortion in class XI in Vocational School Health Pelita District Bogor. It is expected to provide good knowledge about abortion so that it can increase knowledge about abortion and attitudes towards abortion and not fall prey to free sex which results in abortion.

scholarly journals TINGKAT PENGETAHUAN PENGUNJUNG DALAM HAND HYGIENE DI RUANG ICU RUMAH SAKIT BALI ROYAL

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 82
Author(s):  
Made Adi Sinta Meryanti ◽  
Anak Agung Ayu Yuliati Darmini ◽  
I Gusti Ayu Rai Rahayuni
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care Unit ◽  
Intensive Care ◽  
Hand Hygiene ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Royal Hospital ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Consecutive Sampling ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

ABSTRAK Infeksi nosokomial dapat dicegah dengan cara hand hygiene efektif namun belum sepenuhnya individu memahami hal ini. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui gambaran tingkat pengetahuan pengunjung dalam melakukan Hand Hygiene .Penelitian deskriptif dengan pendekatan cross-sectional ini  menggunakan teknik Consecutive Sampling pada 55 pengunjung Rumah Sakit di ruang Ruang ICU Rumah Sakit Bali Royal. Hasil penelitian didapatkan sebagian besar responden berjenis kelamin laki-laki 31 (56,45%), berpendidikan sebagian besar sarjana 24 (43,6%), bekerja sebagai wiraswasta sebanyak 24 (43,6%). Sebagian besar pengunjung memiliki pengetahuan baik yaitu sebanyak 38 (69,1%), memiliki pengetahuan cukup sebanyak 13 (23,6%) dan pengetahuan kurang sebanyak 4 (7,3%) responden. Meskipun sebagian besar pengunjung memiliki pengetahuan baik tentang hand hygiene, masih ada sebagian yang perlu ditingkatkan pemahaman tentang hand hygiene pada saat membesuk pasien ke rumah sakit untuk mencegah terjadinya infeksi nosokomial. Kata Kunci : Hand Hygiene, Pengetahuan  ABSTRACTNosocomial infections can prevent by effective but not all individual know about this. Study aimed to describe the level of knowledge of visitors in conducting Hand Hygiene in ICU Bali Royal Hospital. Descriptive research design with cross-sectional approach was used consecutive Sampling technique with 55 hospital visitors in the Intensive Care Unit of Bali Royal Hospital. The result showed the majority respondents is male (31 respondents; 56.45%), most of them were scholars educated (24 respondents; 43.6%) and work as self-employed about (24 respondents; 43.6%). It could be seen most of the visitors had a good knowledge (38 repondents; 69.1%), had sufficient knowledge (13 respondents; 23.6%) and lack of knowledge (4 respondents; 7.3%). The study concluded that even though most of hospital’visitor have good knowledge about hand hygiene when visit the patient at the hospital, but still need to improve the knowledge about hand hygiene to prevent nosocomial infections.  Keywords: Hand Hygiene, Knowledge 

scholarly journals Assessment of Auto-rickshaw Drivers Knowledge Regarding the Effects of Air Pollution on Health and Its Prevention

2021 ◽  
pp. 20-26
Author(s):  
Roshani Dhanvijay ◽  
Savita Pohekar
Keyword(s):  
Air Pollution ◽  
Health Effects ◽  
Job Insecurity ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Observational Research ◽  
Dust Particles ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Background: Air pollution is the major environmental pollution that contains different types of gases, dust particles, small molecules, etc. Air pollution is mainly caused by smoke or other harmful gases, such as oxides of carbon, sulfur, and nitrogen. Auto-rickshaw drivers are not only affected by air pollution, they are exposed to climatic changes, and. poor road conditions. They are exposed to air pollution, dust, infected droplets, job insecurity, noise pollution and vibration, business demands, damage to their vehicles, and, schedule-related pressure. Drivers also have the responsibility of their passengers and pedestrians- ‘lives and other vehicles. The objective of the study is to analyze knowledge among auto-rickshaw drivers regarding the health effects of air pollution and its prevention. Methods: An observational research methodology, a cross-sectional research design was used to perform this analysis. Probability purposive sampling technique was used to collect data from auto-rickshaw drivers based on the health effects of air pollution and its prevention utilizing structured questionnaires. The sample attributes have been defined by frequency, percentage, after data collection. The Chi-square test was also used to figure out the correlation between knowledge and specified demographic variables. Results: The findings show that 1.67% of auto-rickshaw drivers had an average level of knowledge score, 38.33% of them were having good and 60 % of them were having an excellent level of knowledge score and none of them were found to have a very poor level of knowledge. The minimum knowledge score was 7 and the maximum knowledge score was 14. Hence it indicates that auto-rickshaw drivers have good knowledge about the effect of air pollution and their prevention. Conclusions: The study shows that the auto-rickshaw drivers having good knowledge about air pollution to the management of respiratory diseases and along with their complications as well as to take the required measures to avoid respiratory complications. 

Comparative survey of beliefs about mental illness among pharmacy and non-pharmacy students of a Nigerian university

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 112-120 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chibueze Anosike ◽  
Nneka Uchenna Igboeli ◽  
Chinwe Victoria Ukwe ◽  
Chinyere Victoria Okani
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Nigerian University ◽  
Beliefs About Mental Illness

Purpose The purpose of this paper was to assess and compare beliefs about mental illness among pharmacy and non-pharmacy students and to explore its associated factors. Design/methodology/approach This research was a cross-sectional survey conducted among undergraduate pharmacy and non-pharmacy students of a Nigerian university. The selected participants completed the Belief toward Mental Illness questionnaires after usual class lectures. Descriptive statistics, χ2 test, and t-test were used for data analysis. The level of significance was set at p<0.05. Findings Overall, pharmacy and non-pharmacy undergraduate students demonstrated negative beliefs about mental illness. There were no substantial differences in beliefs about mental illness among both groups of students. Students’ class, age, visit to a mental hospital and personal experience of mental disorder were significantly associated with beliefs about mental illness. Research limitations/implications The generalization of the study findings to other schools of pharmacy in Nigeria is uncertain because this study used convenience sampling technique and was conducted in a single public university. However, the study provides relevant educational opportunities to guide policy makers and university administrators on mental health literacy. Therefore, educational interventions addressing observed gaps in students’ opinions regarding mental illness are recommended. Originality/value There appears to be little or no data on the beliefs of undergraduate pharmacy trainees about mental disorders in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa.

scholarly journals Low levels of knowledge and practice of occupational hazards among flower farm workers in southwest Shewa zone, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Debela Hinsermu Geleta ◽  
Mekuriaw Alemayehu ◽  
Geta Asrade ◽  
Tesfaye Hambisa Mekonnen
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Farm Workers ◽  
Occupational Hazards ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Safety Practice ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Program Version

Abstract Background Over the last decade, flower farms have been rapidly growing in Ethiopia. Following the advent and development of the sector, various work-related chemical, biological, physical, psychosocial, and ergonomic hazards have been emerging unacceptably, with increased risks of exposures for workers and local communities. However, evidence that describes knowledge and prevention practice of occupational hazards among flower farm workers in the country is little documented. The knowledge and safety practice of occupational hazards among flower farm workers in Ethiopia were explored in the current study. Methods A cross-sectional survey of 471 flower farm workers was implemented from March to April 2017. A stratified random sampling technique was used to select the eligible participants. An interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to collect data, and the data were entered in to Epi Info program version 7 and analyzed by SPSS program version 20. Bivariate and multivariate linear regression analyses were performed to evaluate significance of associations at < 0.05 p-values. Results A total of 451 flower farm workers were interviewed with a response rate of 95.7%. The majority, 72.1% (N = 325) were females. Mean age was 24.1 (SD + 6.5) years. About 39.2% (N = 177) of the participants had good knowledge on occupational hazards. The level of safety practice was 26.6% (N = 120). The level of knowledge on occupational hazards was affected by level of education [AOR: 20.03;95% CI (16.30,23.75)], work experience [AOR: 5.97; 95% CI (4.22,7.72)], and type of employment [AOR: 5.35; 95% CI (2.50,8.19)], whereas the level of safety practice was influenced by regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) [AOR:17.53;95% CI (13.36,21.71)], level of knowledge [AOR: 7.29; 95% CI (3.87,10.73)], and provision of appropriate PPE [AOR: 4.59; 95% CI (2.34,8.86)]. Conclusion This study revealed the levels of knowledge and safety practice towards occupational hazards were low. The knowledge on occupational hazards was significantly affected by the level of education and duration of employment. Moreover, the use of PPE and level of knowledge considerably influenced safety practice. Therefore, we recommend employers to ensure that workplace health and safety programs account for workers’ level of education and work experience. It is also pivotal to provide workers witha suitable PPE and instructions on its use, and to arrange safety communication in the local languages at the relevant workplaces.

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