scholarly journals Nurses Perception of Biological Risk

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (7) ◽  
pp. 44-50
Author(s):  
Rosa Elvira Minchala Urgilés ◽  
Ángel Efraín Palaguachi Tenecela ◽  
Luis Francisco Altamirano Cardenas ◽  
Pedro Carlos Martínez Suárez ◽  
Elvia Narcisa Godoy Durán ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Observational Research ◽  
Risk Of Infection ◽  
Sense Organs ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protective Measures ◽  
Biological Risk ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Nursing Professionals

Biohazard perception is a process in which the sense organs interact with microorganisms that can cause tissue or multi-organic damage. The risk of infection by biological agents is recognized as one of the most important, especially in nursing professionals. Objective: To identify the perception of nursing personnel on biological risk, in the Vicente Corral Moscoso Hospital, Cuenca-Ecuador. Methodology: Cross-sectional, descriptive observational research with a quantitative approach. The sample was 164 nurses. A questionnaire validated in Cuba was used for data collection, and the processing and analysis of the results was carried out in the SPSS v25 programme. Results: 59% were between 20 and 30 years old, 92% were female, 50% were single and 44% were nursing professionals. In relation to the individual, 60% have received little training on biological risk, 59% have received protective measures. In the nature of the risks, 92% do consider the consequences of biological risks, 79% report little information on accidents and incidents in the institution. In risk management, 68 per cent report that few managers and supervisors are aware of current biosecurity resolutions. Conclusion: Nurses have received little biohazard training, are unaware of some of the protective measures and accidents and incidents in the facility. Few administrators and supervisors are trained in bio-safety.

Cognitive Processes and Creative Lateral Thinking in Students of the Naval School of Peru

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 10-17
Author(s):  
Hector Santa Maria Relaiza ◽  
Doris Fuster-Guillen ◽  
Yolvi Ocana-Fernandez ◽  
Patricia Edith Guillen Aparicio ◽  
Freddy Antonio Ochoa Tataje
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Experimental Design ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Cognitive Processes ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Probabilistic Sampling ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Lateral Thinking

The present research focused on identifying the influence of cognitive processes in the creative lateral thinking of high school students. The work was developed under the positivist paradigm; it was classified as basic, of explanatory level, with quantitative approach, non-experimental design and cross-sectional. The sample, calculated through probabilistic sampling, consisted of 221 students. Two data collection instruments were used: the cognitive processes questionnaire and the lateral thinking questionnaire, which were subjected to content validity by expert judgment and reliability and internal consistency analysis by Cronbach's alpha, reaching values of 0.908 and 0.802, respectively. The analysis of verification by Spearman's rho obtained was 0.762, which determined the significant influence between cognitive processes and lateral thinking. It was concluded that, if procedures and actions that lead to the acquisition of knowledge in a constructive way and by discovery are practiced, creative and perceptive lateral thinking would be developed; then the individual would exhibit imagination and creative behaviors.

scholarly journals Distribusi Kasus Leptospirosis di Kabupaten Demak Jawa Tengah

2017 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 56
Author(s):  
Kuswati Kuswati
Keyword(s):  
Spatial Analysis ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Endemic Area ◽  
Observational Research ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Central Java ◽  
High Incidence ◽  
The Media ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Biological Environment

Title: Distribution of Leptospiosis Incidence in Demak District, Central JavaBackground: Leptospirosis is zoonotic disease caused by Leptospira bacteria and transmitted to human through contact with animal urine into contaminated environment. Demak District is one of the endemic area in Central - Java. The number of cases is fluctuative  over the year 2011-2016 with the peak of 20 cases in 2011, and It decreased at low number in 2016. Many factors may contributed such as water puddle, rat, and behaviour. Nowdays,the information about the distribution and spreading of cases was lacking. The purpose of this study was to describe the leptospiroses incidence based on the epidemiological variable and  spatially in Demak District.Method: It was an observational research using cross sectional design. The subjects were 89 cases over the year 2011-2016. The variables studied consisted of epidemiological variabels (man, place, and time), physical and biological environment factors, and behaviour aspects. Interviews and observation were conducted as the data collection  techniques.The collected data would be analysed descriptively and spatially.Result: The results of this research showed that the lepstospirosis incidence was –suffered more by male (66%) compared to female. Most of them (67,4%) were farmers. The peak of leptospirosis incidence occured in 2011. The existence of water puddle around the house, and drainage functioning as the media where the rat died. There were rats in the house where the cases occured (98,7%). Most of the subjects (66,7%) stated that they did their activities everyday in bare foot. Spatial analysis showed that Mranggen and Karangawen sub district had high numbers of leptospirosis cases.Conclusion: Most of the leptispirosis cases were suffered more by male compared to female and the subjects worked as  farmers. Mranggen and Karangnawen were two districts  with  high incidence of leptospirosis relatively. These areas  held a history as flooding areas in previous time.

Thinking Styles and Creativity Preferences in Nursing

2013 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 91-100 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pilar Almansa ◽  
Olivia López-Martínez ◽  
Javier Corbalán ◽  
Rosa M. Limiñana-Gras
Keyword(s):  
Thinking Styles ◽  
Thinking Style ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Educational Value ◽  
Personal Value ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Descriptive Approach ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Nursing Professionals ◽  
And Training

This article describes a study using a descriptive approach of cross-sectional correlation to explore the association between thinking styles and creativity in a group of nursing professionals and students. A thinking style is a characteristic way of thinking. The hypothesis was that the most creative subjects would present thinking styles that enhance and express their creativity. De la Torre and Violant (2006) argue that creativity is not only a personal value, insofar as it recognizes and stimulates the transforming potential of the individual, but is also an educational value because it generates abilities and attitudes toward improvement. The study results show that a legislative thinking style encourages innovation and creativity and should be encouraged both during education and training and in the professional domain.

scholarly journals Factors Related to the Standard Operating Procedure Compliance of the Workers at PT X

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 197
Author(s):  
Firda Rahmawati
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Data ◽  
Standard Operating Procedure ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Individual Characteristics ◽  
Occupational Accidents ◽  
Observational Research ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Automotive Manufacturing ◽  
The Individual

Introduction: Each company has its Standard Operational Procedure that is used as a standard for workers to work safely. SOPs are established and implemented to minimize the hazards of accidents in the workplace. As one of the largest automotive manufacturing companies in Indonesia, PT X also has the potential hazards of occupational accidents. The existence of accidents at the company is caused by unsafe behavior. The purpose of this study is to analyze the correlation between individual characteristics, training, knowledge, as well as motivation and the SOP compliance at PT X. Methods: This research is observational research with the cross-sectional design. The samples of this research were 30 workers. The samples were taken by using the simple random sampling method. The data collection was obtained from the results of questionnaires, interviews, and observations, while the supporting data in the form of secondary data was taken from the related SOP. Results the variable of individual characteristics in the form of age and working period are not related to the behavior of SOP compliance. The variables of worker training, knowledge, and motivation are related to SOP compliance behavior tested with the statistical test showed the p-values of 0.008, 0.000, and 0.022. Conclusion: The individual characteristics of age and working period cannot describe the behavior of SOP compliance, while the individual characteristics of training, knowledge, and motivation can improve the SOP compliance. Keywords: motivation, SOP compliance, training

scholarly journals EXPOSICIÓN Y RIESGO OCUPACIONAL DE COVID-19 EN ESTUDIANTES, DOCENTES Y PROFESIONALES DE LA SALUD.

2021 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 33-41
Author(s):  
Alberto Narváez Olalla ◽  
Jonathan Melena Zapata ◽  
Jhon Guerrero González ◽  
Diana Solís Cárdenas ◽  
Lilian Calderón Layedra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infection Risk ◽  
Occupational Group ◽  
Protective Equipment ◽  
Risk Of Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protective Measures ◽  
Occupational Risks ◽  
High Incidence ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Correct Implementation

IntroductionHealth professional’s exposure to the new coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) as well as their risk of acquiring COVID-19 “its associated disease”, has been higher compared to other population groups. Nevertheless, the correct implementation of biosecurity measures could reduce their infection risk. The objective of this study was to evaluate the availability of personal protective equipment “PPE”, occupational risks and its relationship with COVID-19 in health professionals.Patients and methods603 subjects among students, teachers, and health professionals were included in a cross-sectional descriptive observational study. Occupational exposure and incidence of COVID-19 were the main measurements. ResultsMost of the subjects were women (73.5%) and young adults (92.6%) and 23.55% (95% CI 20.3-27.1) referred a diagnosis of COVID-19 (15% confirmed, 8% suspected). People who worked in Pichincha’s province and those who did not have soap presented a higher risk of COVID-19 infection (adjusted OR= 2.85 and 2.68 respectively). Contact with confirmed and suspicious cases were the variables that were associated with the highest risk of infection (adjusted OR= 9.28 and 3.07 respectively).Conclusions The high incidence of COVID-19 in the subjects was associated with PPE deficiencies. Health professional’s protection must be a priority for health and labor authorities, who must also provide the PPE and necessary supplies. A periodic screening in this occupational group to assess the impact of protective measures and analyze the implementation of necessary corrections.is recommended.

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN ASUPAN KARBOHIDRAT, LEMAK, DAN PROTEIN DENGAN STATUS GIZI (Studi Kasus pada Pekerja Wanita Penyadap Getah Karet di Perkebunan Kalijompo Jember)

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Nabila Permata Siwi
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Nutrition Status ◽  
Observational Research ◽  
Body Measurement ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Rubber Plantations ◽  
Female Workers ◽  
Rubber Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Status Data

Kalijompo Plantation is one of rubber plantations in Jember. One of rubber production is rubber tapping that is done not only by male but also female workers. One of the factors that can affect productivity is nutrition status. Nutrition status is influenced by the adequancy of nutrients, especially carbohydrates, fats, and proteins as energy producers. The purpose of this research was to study the correlation between carbohydrates, fats, and proteins intake with nutrition status in female tap rubber workers of Kalijompo Plantation in Jember. This research was analytical observational research and had a cross sectional design. The population of this research were all female tap rubber workers of Kalijompo Plantation in Jember with the sample consisted of 33 respondents. The variables of this research carbohydrates intake, fats intake, proteins intake, and nutrition status. Data collection included measurement of weight body, measurement of height body, and food recall 1x24 hours.The results showed that there was no correlation between carbohydrates intake with nutrition status (p=0.968), there was no correlation between fats intake with nutrition status (p=0.646), and there was no correlation between proteins intake with nutrition status (p=0.679). The conclusion of this research was the intake of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are not factors that can affect good or bad nutrition status in female rubber tapping workers of Kalijompo Plantation in Jember.

scholarly journals Coping strategies among nursing staff at a university hospital

Rev Rene ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. 656
Author(s):  
José Ricardo Ferreira da Fonseca ◽  
Ana Lúcia Siqueira Costa ◽  
Diandra Sabrina Seixas Coutinho ◽  
Raquel da Costa Gato
Keyword(s):  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Quantitative Study ◽  
Nursing Staff ◽  
Religious Practice ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Coping Scale ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Nursing Professionals

Objective: to evaluate the association of coping strategies and characteristics of nursing professionals at a universityhospital. Methods: cross-sectional, quantitative study, with 92 professional nursing of an inpatient unit of a universityhospital. To evaluate them, Problems Coping Scale Mode was used, and the analysis was through the Spearman correlationcoefficient and the Mann-Whitney test. Results: a strategy focused on the problem was the most used, women seek morethe strategy focused in religious practice than men (p=0.017). The age (p=0.031), individual income (p=0.049) and workinghours (p=0.027) had also significantly correlation with the dimensions of the scale. Conclusion: socio-demographiccharacteristics are associated with coping strategies and may influence the choice of the individual for coping strategy.

scholarly journals Hubungan Status Gizi dengan DMF-T pada Murid SD Negeri 1 Piton Kecamatan Punung Kabupaten Pacitan

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 67-74
Author(s):  
Intan Maulia Zahra ◽  
Sri Hidayati ◽  
Ida Chairanna Mahirawatie
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Observational Research ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Inspection Method ◽  
Analysis Technique

Abstract: The problem in this case study is the high index of DMF-T in Piton 1 Elementary School. The purpose of this study was to find the correlation of nutritional status with DMF-T among students in Piton 1 Elementary School. This type of research is analytic observational research with cross sectional approach. The population in this case study was Piton 1 Elementary Schools's students with a large sample of 60 students. The method used for data collection is the inspection method. The analysis technique used is the chi-square data analysis tehnique. The results showed that there was no relationship between nutritional status and DMF-T among students in Piton 1 Elementary School, Punung District, Pacitan Regency. Keyword : Nutritional Status, DMF-T, Body Mass Indez

scholarly journals Psycho-economic impact of COVID-19 pandemic on otorhinolaryngology practice in India

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 968
Author(s):  
Prahlad Duggal ◽  
Arun Gupta ◽  
Madhu Gupta ◽  
Jagdeep Thakur ◽  
Satinder P. Singh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Economic Impact ◽  
Psychological Stress ◽  
Policy Intervention ◽  
Risk Of Infection ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protective Measures ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Resource Limited ◽  
Significant Difference

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the soft underbelly of healthcare systems across the world wherein resource limited economies seemed to have taken a greater hit. Present questionnaire-based study was done to determine the perceived threats, psychological stress and economic concerns among practicing otolaryngologists in India, facing COVID-19 pandemic.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> A cross-sectional, anonymous, self-reported questionnaire-based study was carried out among otolaryngologists in India over 3 week’s period, during the first countrywide lock-down. An online questionnaire was hosted and publicized using social media. A total of 178 participants landed on the page, 73 were excluded at the first question, 105 otolaryngologists, who were allowed to proceed, completed the questionnaire.  </p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Out of 105 otolaryngologists, 57 (52.8%) worked in private-sector. Significantly (p=0.001) higher number of private doctors (66.7%) were afraid of escalated cost of running out-patient clinics compared to government doctors (33.3%). Majority (80.8%) were against performing routine surgeries during pandemic with no significant difference between private and government doctors (p=0.765). Increased stress, during this pandemic was perceived by 73.1%.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> There were clear indications of psychological stress among the practicing otolaryngologists. Main reasons; anxiety about risk of infection for self, staff members and family, economic impact of the increased protective measures needed. It can be safely concluded based on the study that to alleviate fears of otolaryngologists in India; a comprehensive policy intervention is needed urgently, which is all the more important with the threat of a resurgence looming large over the country.</p>

Health Status of Senior Citizens: A Cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Priyanka Beniwal ◽  
Chandrakala Singh
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Senior Citizens ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Poor Health Status ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Males And Females ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Average Health

Aging is a series of processes that begin with life and continue throughout the lifecycle. It represents the closing period in the lifespan, a time when the individual looks back on life, lives on past accomplishments and begins to finish off his life course. It represents the accumulation of changes in person over time. The study aims to investigate the health status of senior citizens. The present study was carried out in Hisar and Sirsa district of Haryana state. A total of 400 elderly equally representing both males and females of age group 65-70 years were selected randomly for the study. Modified inventory developed by Khan and Lal (2011) was used to assess health status of senior citizens. The results of the study elucidated that health status of senior citizens depicted that 54.25 per cent of the total respondents had average health status followed by good (25.25%) and poor health status (20.50%). The most common health problems reported by the senior citizens were joint pains, back pains, blood pressure, and chest pain etc. Gender wise comparison of total sample further pointed out that females were poor in their health against males.

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