Evaluating the knowledge of health professionals on the prevention of myelomeningocele

2011 ◽  
Vol 5 (10) ◽  
pp. 2344 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra Cristina De Souza Carvalho ◽  
Adriano Almeida Calado ◽  
Maria Inês Bezerra de Melo

ABSTRACTObjective: to evaluate the knowledge of healthcare professionals on the prevention of myelomeningocele in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, with regard to time, dosage, and period for using folic acid, as well as its actual impact as a preventive measure. The study was approved by the Research Ethics Committee of Cisam/UPE under the Opinion 025/07, CAAE 0020.0.250.000-07. Method: this is a cross-sectional study, carried out in the sanitary districts of Recife city, in which 90 healthcare professionals (nurses and physicians) involved with prenatal care at health units were evaluated, between January and October 2008. Results: 93% of these professionals are women. Most of them is specialized in family health, with more than five years experience in prenatal care appointments, in which folic acid is regularly prescribed. With regard to the self-evaluation on the importance of folic acid, 28% considered themselves to have a great knowledge about it and 69% considered themselves to have a reasonable knowledge about it. Conclusion: those healthcare professionals who are less experienced in prenatal care have a greater knowledge on the role of folic acid for the prevention of myelomeningocele and that there was no statistically significant association between the length of experience in prenatal care and the correct  use of folic acid during pregnancy (p > 0.05). It is worth stressing the importance of creating educative campaigns, both for the woman who intends to get pregnant and those one who is pregnant, as well as intensification of permanent education in the family health units (FHUs), since the healthcare professional, as observed in this study, remains unprepared to offer a satisfactory  prevention of myelomeningocele. Descriptors: myelomeningocele; neural tube defects; folic acid; prevention.RESUMOObjetivo: avaliar o conhecimento dos profissionais de saúde sobre a prevenção da mielomeningocele em Recife-PE, quanto à época, dosagem e período da utilização do ácido fólico e seu o real impacto como medida preventiva. Método: estudo do tipo corte transversal, realizado nos distritos sanitários da cidade do Recife, no qual foram avaliados 90 profissionais de saúde (enfermeiros e médicos) envolvidos no atendimento pré-natal das unidades de saúde, entre janeiro e outubro de 2008 após aprovação pelo Comitê de Ética do Cisam n. 025/07, CAAE 0020.0.250.000-07. Resultados: 93% desses profissionais são do sexo feminino. A maioria dos profissionais é especializada em saúde da família, com experiência de mais de cinco anos em consultas de pré-natal, nas quais se prescreve o ácido fólico regularmente. No que se refere à autoavaliação sobre a importância do ácido fólico, 28% consideraram ter alto conhecimento e 69% consideraram ter razoável conhecimento. Conclusão: aqueles profissionais que estão há menos tempo no atendimento pré-natal têm um maior conhecimento do papel do ácido fólico na prevenção da mielomeningocele e que não houve associação estatisticamente significativa entre o tempo de atuação na área pré-natal e o uso correto do ácido fólico na gestação (p > 0,05). Vale ressaltar a importância de se instituir campanhas educativas, tanto para a mulher que pretende engravidar quanto para a gestante, assim como a intensificação da educação permanente nas unidades de saúde da família (USFs), já que o profissional de saúde, como observado neste estudo, ainda está despreparado para oferecer uma satisfatória prevenção da mielomeningocele. Descritores: mielomeningocele; defeitos do tubo neural; ácido fólico; prevenção.RESUMENObjetivo: evaluar el conocimiento de los profesionales de la salud acerca de la prevención de la mielomeningocele en Recife, Pernambuco, Brasil, en cuanto a la época, dosificación y período del uso de ácido fólico y su impacto real como medida preventiva. Método: esto es un estudio de corte transversal, realizado en los distritos sanitarios de la ciudad de Recife, que evaluó a 90 profesionales de la salud (enfermeros y médicos) que trabajan con la atención prenatal de las unidades de salud, entre enero y octubre de 2008. Resultados: 93% de eses profesionales son mujeres. La mayoría es especializada en salud de la familia, con experiencia de más de cinco años en consultas prenatales, donde el ácido fólico es prescrito con regularidad. En lo que respecta a la autoevaluación acerca de la importancia del ácido fólico, 28% consideraron tener un profundo conocimiento y 69% consideraron tener un razonable conocimiento. Conclusión: aquellos profesionales que están trabajando hay menos tiempo con la atención prenatal tienen un mejor conocimiento del papel del ácido fólico en la prevención de mielomeningocele y que no hubo asociación estadísticamente significativa entre el tiempo de trabajo en la área de prenatal y el uso correcto del ácido fólico durante el embarazo (p > 0,05). Vale resaltar la importancia de instituir campañas educativas, tanto para la mujer que pretende quedar embarazada como para la mujer embarazada, así como la intensificación de la formación continua en las unidades de salud de la familia (USFs), ya que el profesional de la salud, como se observó en este estudio, aún no está preparado para ofrecer una prevención satisfactoria de la mielomeningocele. Descriptores: mielomeningocele; defectos del tubo neural; ácido fólico; prevención. 

Author(s):  
Serena Barello ◽  
Rosario Caruso ◽  
Lorenzo Palamenghi ◽  
Tiziana Nania ◽  
Federica Dellafiore ◽  
...  

Abstract Purpose The purpose of the present cross-sectional study is to investigate the role of perceived COVID-19-related organizational demands and threats in predicting emotional exhaustion, and the role of organizational support in reducing the negative influence of perceived COVID-19 work-related stressors on burnout. Moreover, the present study aims to add to the understanding of the role of personal resources in the Job Demands-Resources model (JD-R) by examining whether personal resources—such as the professionals’ orientation towards patient engagement—may also strengthen the impact of job resources and mitigate the impact of job demands. Methods This cross-sectional study involved 532 healthcare professionals working during the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy. It adopted the Job-Demands-Resource Model to study the determinants of professional’s burnout. An integrative model describing how increasing job demands experienced by this specific population are related to burnout and in particular to emotional exhaustion symptoms was developed. Results The results of the logistic regression models provided strong support for the proposed model, as both Job Demands and Resources are significant predictors (OR = 2.359 and 0.563 respectively, with p < 0.001). Moreover, healthcare professionals’ orientation towards patient engagement appears as a significant moderator of this relationship, as it reduces Demands’ effect (OR = 1.188) and increases Resources’ effect (OR = 0.501). Conclusions These findings integrate previous findings on the JD-R Model and suggest the relevance of personal resources and of relational factors in affecting professionals’ experience of burnout.


2014 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 278-285 ◽  
Author(s):  
Denise Maia Alves da Silva ◽  
Maria Alix Leite Araújo ◽  
Raimunda Magalhães da Silva ◽  
Roumayne Fernandes Vieira Andrade ◽  
Heber José de Moura ◽  
...  

The aim of this study was to investigate the knowledge of family health strategy professionals regarding the prevention and control of the vertical transmission of syphilis. This cross-sectional study was carried out in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil, from August to October 2009. A questionnaire was used, with its correct answers being in line with the recommendations of the Ministry of Health. Univariate analysis was carried out, with frequency distribution, mean and standard deviation. A total of 269 professionals participated, 44.7% had 6 to 10 years of experience in the FHS, and 60% of the questions regarding their knowledge were answered correctly: 75.8% were aware of the request period of the Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) test; 78.1% of the alternative drug for the treatment for pregnant women allergic to penicillin, 55.1% of the request period for VDRL for cure and control, and 50.2% of the conduct with a sexual partner. It was concluded that healthcare professionals are unaware of the appropriate actions for the prevention and control of congenital syphilis.


2022 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-57
Author(s):  
Nazia Mustafa ◽  
Hina Iqbal

OBJECTIVES: The present study aimed at investigating the role of psychosocial factors such as, gender, marital status, profession, and personal history of trauma in vicarious traumatization (VT). METHODOLOGY: Cross sectional study was conducted at various hospitals in Rawalpindi and Islamabad over the period of 6 months from January 2018 to June 2018. A sample of 170 healthcare professionals (doctors=39, psychiatrists=27, psychologists=36, nurses=30 and others=38) (men=67, women=103) was taken from various hospitals in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Data were collected by using the Secondary Traumatic Stress Scale. RESULTS: Results revealed significant differences have been found among various groups of healthcare professionals (doctors, psychiatrist, psychologists, nurses and others) in whom psychiatrists are the most vulnerable group for vicarious traumatization and psychologists are the least vulnerable group. Moreover, healthcare professionals who are married and have personal history of trauma are more vulnerable for vicarious traumatization as compared to those who are unmarried and without personal history of trauma. No significant gender differences have been found among health care professionals on vicarious traumatization. CONCLUSION: The findings of present research have emphasized that vicarious traumatization must be addressed and identified in a health setting.


2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 106
Author(s):  
Alaine Maria Da Costa ◽  
Gislane De Sousa Rodrigues ◽  
Tatiana Maria De Melo Guimarães Dos Santos

Resumo: Objetivou-se refletir e discutir sobre o papel potencial do enfermeiro no enfrentamento do problema da tuberculose junto ao Agente Comunitário de Saúde no Programa de Controle da Tuberculose. Trata-se de pesquisa descritiva, de abordagem quantitativa, com desenho de estudo transversal. A amostra constituiu-se de 121 Agentes Comunitários de Saúde (ACS) da Estratégia Saúde da Família (ESF) - zona urbana de Teresina. Evidenciou-se que 71,1% dos sujeitos admitiram procurar o enfermeiro da ESF em caso de dúvidas frente a casos suspeitos de tuberculose. Ao enfermeiro cabem intervenções pertinentes no controle da tuberculose tanto no âmbito político quanto operativo.Palavras-Chave: Enfermagem, Atenção Básica à Saúde, Tuberculose.The potential role of nurses in addressing the problem of tuberculosis with the Community Health Agent Program Control TuberculosisAbstract: The objective of this study was to reflect and discuss about the potential role of the nurses at the tuberculosis combat, helping the Community Health Agent at the Program of Tuberculosis Control. This is a descriptive study that uses a quantitative approach, with a cross-sectional study design. The group studied was formed of 121 Community Health Agents of The Family Health Strategy in the urban zone of Teresina. It was observed that 71.1% of the agents admitted to need help of a nurse when they have doubts related to suspected cases of tuberculosis. Relevant interventions in tuberculosis control are responsibility of the nurses at a political and an operational scope.Keywords: Nursing, Basic Attention Health, Tuberculosis.El papel potencial de las enfermeras para resolver el problema de la tuberculosis con el control de la Salud de la Comunidad del Agente de Program Tuberculosis.Resumen: Se objetivó con este estudio reflexionar y debatir sobre el papel potencial de los enfermeros en la lucha contra la tuberculosis, junto a los agentes comunitarios de salud en el Programa de Control de la Tuberculosis. Este es un estudio descriptivo que utiliza un abordaje cuantitativo, con un diseño de estudio transversal. El grupo estudiado poseía 121 ACS de la Estrategia Salud de la Familia - zona urbana de Teresina. Se observó que 71,1% de los agentes admiten buscar a un enfermero cuando existen dudas en relación a los casos sospechosos de tuberculosis. Al enfermero, caben las intervenciones pertinentes en el control de la tuberculosis tanto en el alcance político como operacionalPalabras Clave: Enfermería, Atención Básica a la Salud, Tuberculosis.


2021 ◽  
Vol 71 (Suppl-1) ◽  
pp. S19-22
Author(s):  
Nazia Mustafa ◽  
Tahir Sardar ◽  
Najm Us Saqib Khan ◽  
Muhammad Naveed Akhtar ◽  
Javaria Mumtaz ◽  
...  

Objectives: The present study aimed to investigate the role of stress and age in managing family relations. Study Design: Cross sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Public sector hospitals in Rawalpindi and Islamabad from May 2018 to June2018. Methodology: A sample of 103females healthcare professionals (Doctors=15, Psychiatrists= 14, psychologists=29, Nurses=22 and Others = 23) (Married=53, unmarried=50) with mean age of 30years (range from 20to50years) were taken from various hospitals in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Data was collected by using the Perceived Stress Scale and the Index of Family Relations. Results: Results revealed significant positive correlation between age and poor family relations whereas correlation between stress and family relations is not significant. Regression analysis showed age as predictor of poor family relations. These findings were interpreted with thesupport of literature. Conclusion: It is concluded a work- family life balance should be achieved and presence of stress or mental health problems should be screened timely in order to manage them before it’s too late.


2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yasuko Ikeda-Sakai ◽  
Yoshiyuki Saito ◽  
Taku Obara ◽  
Mikako Goto ◽  
Tami Sengoku ◽  
...  

Abstract This study aimed to assess characteristics of pregnant women taking antiepileptic drugs with inadequate folic acid intake. This cross-sectional study examined pregnant women taking antiepileptic drugs who were registered in the Japanese Drug Information Institute in Pregnancy (JDIIP) database between October 2005 and December 2016. Participants were classified into two groups according to when they started folic acid supplementation (before pregnancy: ‘adequate’, after pregnancy or never: ‘inadequate’). Logistic regression analysis was performed to investigate factors associated with inadequate folic acid intake. Of 12,794 registrants, 468 pregnant women were taking antiepileptics during the first trimester. Of these, we analysed data from 456 women who had no missing data. As a result, inadequate folic acid intake was noted among 83.3% of them, suggesting that the current level of folic acid intake is insufficient overall. Younger age, smoking, alcohol drinking, multiparity, unplanned pregnancy, and being prescribed AEDs by paediatric or psychiatric departments were independent factors associated with inadequate folic acid intake. As unplanned pregnancy was the strongest factor, healthcare professionals should ensure that childbearing women taking antiepileptics are informed of the importance of planned pregnancy. In addition, healthcare professionals must gain a better understanding of folic acid intake, as the prevalence of adequate intake differed according to which departments prescribed antiepileptic drugs.


2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 165-172
Author(s):  
Mehwish Zikria ◽  
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Nazia Mumtaz ◽  
Ghulam Saqulain ◽  
Muhammad Naveed Babur ◽  
...  

Objectives: This study aimed to assess the knowledge and perception of the role of speech therapists by other medical professionals in public hospitals. Methods: This cross-sectional study recruited 200 healthcare professionals with >1year of job experience at the workplace of both genders and any age. Besides, the study subjects were selected using a non-probability convenience sampling approach. The study sample was recruited from 25 District and Tehsil Headquarter Hospitals from April 1, 2019, to September 30, 2019. A basic demographic datasheet and the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices (KAP) survey were used for data collection. Statistical analysis was performed in SPSS. Results: Out of the total 200 eligible professionals from different departments, the Mean±SD scores of the responses were highest (75.14±24.87) in pediatric medical professionals. Moreover, the lowest scores (46.70±0.01) concerned Intensive Care Unit (ICU) experts; this difference was statistically significant (P<0.001). Similarly, a significantly higher Mean±SD score of 74.05±20.04 was noted for those working day shifts, compared to that of (35.01±8.52) those working in night shifts (P<0.001). Discussion: The knowledge and perception of different healthcare professionals serving in public hospitals vary regarding the role of SLPs. Such differences concern their profession, with pediatrics presenting the highest level of understanding, followed by general medicine. However, psychiatry and ENT professional provided the least understanding in this area. The professionals working in day shifts suggested better knowledge and perception, compared to night shifts staff.


2014 ◽  
Vol 48 (spe) ◽  
pp. 23-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marianne Dias Corrêa ◽  
Maria Alice Tsunechiro ◽  
Marlise de Oliveira Pimentel Lima ◽  
Isabel Cristina Bonadio

We analyzed prenatal care (PN) provided at a unit of the Family Health Strategy Service in São Paulo, according to the indicators of the Program for the Humanization of Prenatal and Birth (PHPB). We compared adequacy of PN in terms of sociodemographic variables, procedures, examinations and maternal and perinatal outcomes. Cross-sectional study with data from records of 308 pregnant women enrolled in 2011. We observed early initiation of PN (82.1%), conducting of a minimum of six consultations (84.1%), puerperal consultation (89.0%); to the extent that there is a sum of the actions, there is a significant drop in the proportion of adequacy. Prenatal care was adequate for 67.9%, with a significant difference between adequacy groups in relation to gestational age and birth weight. Prenatal care deficiencies exist, especially in regards to registration of procedures, exams and immunization. The difference between adequacy groups with respect to perinatal outcomes reinforces the importance of prenatal care that adheres to the parameters of the PHPB.



Author(s):  
Mônica Viegas Andrade ◽  
Kenya Valéria Micaela de Souza Noronha ◽  
Allan Claudius Queiroz Barbosa ◽  
Michelle Nepomuceno Souza ◽  
Júlia Almeida Calazans ◽  
...  

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. 2570
Author(s):  
Dominik Jakubowski ◽  
Dorota Sys ◽  
Anna Kajdy ◽  
Roksana Lewandowska ◽  
Ewa Kwiatkowska ◽  
...  

To reduce the risk of infection of SARS-CoV-2 during commuting to the clinic or due to contact with medical staff, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has recommended arranging some appointments in the form of “telehealth”. The aim of the study was to assess the access to medical care in pregnancy during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic and the role of telehealth in the implementation of prenatal care standards. This is a cross-sectional study. The study group included 618 women who were pregnant and/or gave birth in Poland during the COVID-19 pandemic. The majority of the participants experienced difficulties accessing medical care because of the pandemic. The correlation between this experience and the use of the hybrid healthcare model was established. The affiliation to public or private healthcare was irrelevant. There was no relationship between healthcare (private/public or in-person/hybrid) and implementation of the prenatal care standards. To ensure safe access to prenatal care for pregnant women, recommendations for a hybrid pregnancy management model should be created with detailed information regarding which appointments patients must be present for in-person and which can be conducted remotely. To reduce the risks associated with movement and interpersonal contact, all visits during which tests and screenings take place should be conducted in-person; other appointments can be arranged in the form of telehealth.


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