scholarly journals Prevalence of Adverse Effects of Covishield Vaccine among Nursing Students of Selected Institutes of Assam

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 60-66
Author(s):  
Anuradha Choudhury ◽  
Jyoti Lakshmi Handique
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Injection Site ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Mass Scale ◽  
Efficacy And Safety ◽  
Tingling Sensation ◽  
June July ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

COVID-19 infection originated in Wuhan, China in December 2019 and affected the human health in a mass scale. Massive efforts were put urgently to develop and test the efficacy and safety of vaccines against COVID-19 as a public health emergency. Covishield vaccine was developed by the Serum Institute of India. Many reports claimed that Covishield can cause mild to severe adverse effects. This study aims to identify the prevalence of adverse effects of Covishield vaccine among nursing students of selected institutes of Assam. Methods: The online survey was conducted among 200 nursing students of Assam in the month of June-July 2021. Structured questionnaire was used to collect demographic data and to identify the adverse effects of Covishield vaccine. Data was compiled and analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The study revealed that majority of the nursing students i.e. 90% reported pain at injection site, followed by headache (72%), fever (67%), tiredness (61.5%), muscle pain (46.5%), redness at injection site (17.5%), joint pain (16.5%), nausea and vomiting (14%), tingling sensation (6%), itching at injection site (5.5%), diarrhea (4.5%), fainting (4.4%) and breathlessness (4.4%). Among males, 83.3 % reported pain at injection site after 24 hours and for females 47.8% reported pain at injection site 24 hours, followed by 41.75% who reported pain at injection site before 24 hours. It was also found that adverse effects like tiredness and tingling are significantly associated with gender of the nursing students of Assam Key words: Covishield, vaccine, adverse effects, nursing students

scholarly journals Knowledge Assessment of BSc Nursing 4th Year Students about Breathing Exercises during First Stage of Labour

2020 ◽  
Vol 09 (02) ◽  
pp. 17-20
Author(s):  
Sharda Nagvanshi ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Knowledge Assessment ◽  
Traumatic Experience ◽  
Breathing Exercise ◽  
Breathing Exercises ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Better Than ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Background: For a woman, labour is both the most exciting and the most traumatic experience. Women have varying pain thresholds and deal with pre-labour anxiety in various ways. The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge of BSc Nursing students about breathing exercises that can be done during the first stage of labour. Methods: An experimental research design with one group pre- and post-test was selected. The sample size was 30 BSc Nursing 4th year students. Demographic data, as well as a self-structured questionnaire was used to assess their level of knowledge regarding breathing exercises. Result and Conclusion: The post-test knowledge scores o the participants were better than the pre-test knowledge scores. Thus the study clearly shows that there was a significant gain in the knowledge of BSc Nursing students after the interventions on breathing exercise during the first stage of labour.

scholarly journals The attitude of students of Lublin universities to vaccination in the COVID-19 period

2021 ◽  
Vol 131 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-19
Author(s):  
Aleksandra Jaremek ◽  
Justyna Piechnik ◽  
Aleksandra Juszczak ◽  
Barbara Nieradko-Iwanicka
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Injection Site ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Life Sciences ◽  
Vaccination Schedule ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Reliable Information ◽  
Compulsory Vaccination ◽  
University Of Technology ◽  
Medical University

Abstract Introduction. Vaccines are one of the greatest achievements of modern medicine. The compulsory vaccination schedule was introduced in Poland in the 1950s. Vaccinations are sometimes followed by adverse effects (ARV). The most common symptoms of ARV are swelling, redness and soreness at the injection site, usually lasting up to 24 hours after vaccination. Aim. The aim of our study was to check the attitude of students of Lublin universities to vaccination in the COVID-19 period. Material and methods. In December 2020 we conducted an anonymous and voluntary survey. It was uploaded and shared on the Google online survey platform. A total of 75 students participated in the study. Results. The respondents were 56 women and 19 men. Out of them 30 (40%) were from Medical University of Lublin (MUL), 15 (20%) from University of Life Sciences (ULS), 21 from University of Marie Sklodowska-Curie (UMCS) (28%) and 9 from Lublin University of Technology (LUT) (LP) (12%). Their mean age was 22 years ± 1.1 (SD). More than half of the respondents were not interested in compulsory vaccinations before the COVID-19 pandemic. Only about 35% (18 persons) of people expressed a positive opinion about vaccines and they were students of MUL. Although 80% of respondents answered that the anti COVID-19 vaccine is necessary, but 81% thought that Poles had not enough knowledge about the vaccine. Students themselves most often obtained information about vaccines and ARVs from Internet. Conclusion. Students of MUL were the most enthusiastic about mandatory vaccinations and anti COVID-19 immunization. Poles need more reliable information about vaccine to change their attitude towards it.

Brexanolone: A Novel Drug for the Treatment of Postpartum Depression

2020 ◽  
pp. 089719002097962
Author(s):  
Edna Patatanian ◽  
David R. Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
English Language ◽  
Neuronal Excitability ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Pharmacologic Therapy ◽  
Loss Of Consciousness ◽  
Efficacy And Safety ◽  
Pubmed Search

Objectives: To review the pharmacology, efficacy, and safety of Brexanolone and define its role in the treatment of postpartum depression. Date Sources: A MEDLINE/PubMed search was conducted (1980-May 2020) using the following keywords: postpartum depression, antidepressants, pharmacologic therapy, drug therapy, and brexanolone to identify relevant articles. Study Selection/Data Extraction: Literature search was limited to human studies published in the English language. Phase I, II, and III studies evaluating the pharmacology, efficacy, safety of brexanolone for postpartum depression were included. Bibliographies of relevant articles evaluating postpartum depression and treatment were reviewed for additional citations and background information. Data Synthesis: Brexanolone is a soluble, proprietary, injectable formulation of allopregnanolone, a neuroactive steroid that modulates neuronal excitability. Allopregnanolone levels increase during pregnancy and decrease substantially after birth. These fluctuations have profound effects on anxiety and depression. Three clinical trials established the efficacy and safety of brexanolone in the treatment of postpartum depression. In all 3 trials, brexanolone had an acceptable safety profile and was well tolerated. The most common adverse effects were loss of consciousness, sedation, dry mouth, headache, dizziness, and flushing. Due to sudden loss of consciousness and excessive sedation, continuous pulse oximetry is recommended. Conclusion: Brexanolone has a novel mechanism of action and appears to be safe and effective for the treatment of moderate to severe postpartum depression. At present, high cost, serious adverse effects, and restricted access may limit its use in clinical practice.

scholarly journals Long-COVID Syndrome? A Study on the Persistence of Neurological, Psychological and Physiological Symptoms

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 575
Author(s):  
Graziella Orrù ◽  
Davide Bertelloni ◽  
Francesca Diolaiuti ◽  
Federico Mucci ◽  
Mariagrazia Di Giuseppe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Sleep Disturbances ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Targeted Treatments ◽  
Euroqol 5D

Background: Emerging aspects of the Covid-19 clinical presentation are its long-term effects, which are characteristic of the so-called “long COVID”. The aim of the present study was to investigate the prevalence of physical, psychological, and sleep disturbances and the quality of life in the general population during the ongoing pandemic. Methods: This study, based on an online survey, collected demographic data, information related to COVID-19, sleep disturbances, and quality of life data from 507 individuals. The level of sleep disturbances and quality of life was assessed through the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) and the EuroQol-5D (EQ-5D), respectively. Results: In total, 507 individuals (M = 91 and F = 416 women) completed the online survey. The main symptoms associated with “long COVID” were headache, fatigue, muscle aches/myalgia, articular pains, cognitive impairment, loss of concentration, and loss of smell. Additionally, the subjects showed significant levels of insomnia (p < 0.05) and an overall reduced quality of life (p < 0.05). Conclusions: The results of the study appear in line with recent publications, but uncertainty regarding the definition and specific features of “long COVID” remains. Further studies are needed in order to better define the clinical presentation of the “long COVID” condition and related targeted treatments.

scholarly journals Experiences of Australian podiatrists working through the 2020 coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic: an online survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cylie M. Williams ◽  
Anna Couch ◽  
Terry Haines ◽  
Hylton B. Menz
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Medical Officer ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Infection Prevention And Control ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Business Decisions ◽  
Working Through ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

Abstract Background On the 19th of January, 2020, the Chief Medical Officer of Australia issued a statement about a novel coronavirus, or SARS-CoV-2. Since this date, there have been variable jurisdictional responses, including lockdowns, and restrictions on podiatry practice. This study aimed to describe impacts of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic on the podiatry profession in Australia. Methods This was a cross sectional study of Australian podiatrists using demographic data collected between 2017 and 2020, and pandemic-related question responses collected between 30th March and 31st August, 2020. Data were collected online and participants described their work settings, patient funding types, business decisions and impacts, and information sources used to guide practice decisions during this time-period. Inductive thematic analysis was used to analyse open-ended questions about their practice impact of SARS-CoV-2. Results There were 732 survey responses, with 465 Australian podiatrists or podiatric surgeons providing responses describing pandemic impact. From these responses, 223 (49% of 453) podiatrists reported no supply issues, or having adequate supplies for the foreseeable future with personal protective equipment (PPE) or consumables to support effective infection prevention and control. The most frequent responses about employment, or hours of work, impact were reported in the various categories of “business as usual” (n = 312, 67%). Participants described most frequently using the local state and territory Department of Health websites (n = 347, 75%), and the Australian Podiatry Association (n = 334, 72%) to make decisions about their business. Overarching themes which resounded through open-ended comments was that working through the pandemic was likened to a marathon, and not a sprint. Themes were: (i) commitment to do this, (ii) it’s all in the plan, but not everything goes to plan, (iii) my support team must be part of getting through it, (iv) road blocks happen, and (v) nothing is easy, what’s next? Conclusion Podiatrists in Australia reported variable pandemic impact on their business decisions, PPE stores, and their valued sources of information. Podiatrists also described their “marathon” journey through the pandemic to date, with quotes describing their challenges and highlights. Describing these experiences should provide key learnings for future workforce challenges, should further restrictions come into place.

scholarly journals Experiences of nurses caring for respiratory patients during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic: an online survey study

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. e000987
Author(s):  
Nicola J Roberts ◽  
Carol A Kelly ◽  
Kate A Lippiett ◽  
Emma Ray ◽  
Lindsay Welch
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Geographical Location ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
British Thoracic Society ◽  
Healthcare Team ◽  
Free Text ◽  
The Impact

BackgroundNurses have been at the forefront of the pandemic response, involved in extensive coordination of services, screening, vaccination and front-line work in respiratory, emergency and intensive care environments. The nature of this work is often intense and stress-provoking with an inevitable psychological impact on nurses and all healthcare workers. This study focused on nurses working in respiratory areas with the aim of identifying and characterising the self-reported issues that exacerbated or alleviated their concerns during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsAn online survey was developed consisting of 90 questions using a mixture of open-ended and closed questions. Participant demographic data were also collected (age, gender, ethnicity, number of years qualified, details of long-term health conditions, geographical location, nursing background/role and home life). The online survey was disseminated via social media and professional respiratory societies (British Thoracic Society, Primary Care Respiratory Society, Association of Respiratory Nurse Specialists) over a 3-week period in May 2020 and the survey closed on 1 June 2020.ResultsThe study highlights the experiences of nurses caring for respiratory patients during the first wave of the pandemic in early 2020. Concerns were expressed over the working environment, the supply and availability of adequate protective personal equipment, the quality of care individuals were able to deliver, and the impact on mental health to nurses and their families. A high number provided free-text comments around their worries and concerns about the impact on their household; these included bringing the virus home, the effect on family members worrying about them, mental health and the impact of changing working patterns, and managing with children. Although both formal and informal support were available, there were inconsistencies in provision, highlighting the importance of nursing leadership and management in ensuring equity of access to services.ConclusionsSupport for staff is essential both throughout the pandemic and afterwards, and it is important that preparation of individuals regarding building resilience is recognised. It is also clear that psychological support and services for nurses and the wider healthcare team need to be available and quickly convened in the event of similar major incidents, either global or local.

scholarly journals Perception of social media behaviour among medical students, residents and medical specialists

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sebastiaan A. Pronk ◽  
Simone L. Gorter ◽  
Scheltus J. van Luijk ◽  
Pieter C. Barnhoorn ◽  
Beer Binkhorst ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Media Use ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Clinical Work ◽  
Social Media Use ◽  
Medical Specialists

Abstract Introduction Behaviour is visible in real-life events, but also on social media. While some national medical organizations have published social media guidelines, the number of studies on professional social media use in medical education is limited. This study aims to explore social media use among medical students, residents and medical specialists. Methods An anonymous, online survey was sent to 3844 medical students at two Dutch medical schools, 828 residents and 426 medical specialists. Quantitative, descriptive data analysis regarding demographic data, yes/no questions and Likert scale questions were performed using SPSS. Qualitative data analysis was performed iteratively, independently by two researchers applying the principles of constant comparison, open and axial coding until consensus was reached. Results Overall response rate was 24.8%. Facebook was most popular among medical students and residents; LinkedIn was most popular among medical specialists. Personal pictures and/or information about themselves on social media that were perceived as unprofessional were reported by 31.3% of students, 19.7% of residents and 4.1% of medical specialists. Information and pictures related to alcohol abuse, partying, clinical work or of a sexually suggestive character were considered inappropriate. Addressing colleagues about their unprofessional posts was perceived to be mainly dependent on the nature and hierarchy of the interprofessional relation. Discussion There is a widespread perception that the presence of unprofessional information on social media among the participants and their colleagues is a common occurrence. Medical educators should create awareness of the risks of unprofessional (online) behaviour among healthcare professionals, as well as the necessity and ways of addressing colleagues in case of such lapses.

scholarly journals Infrastructural and Human Factors Affecting Safety Outcomes of Cyclists

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 299 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sergio Useche ◽  
Luis Montoro ◽  
Francisco Alonso ◽  
Oscar Oviedo-Trespalacios
Keyword(s):  
Human Factors ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
User Characteristics ◽  
Severe Injuries ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Road Crashes ◽  
Safety Outcomes

The increasing number of registered road crashes involving cyclists during the last decade and the high proportion of road crashes resulting in severe injuries and fatalities among cyclists constitutes a global issue for community health, urban development and sustainability. Nowadays, the incidence of many risk factors for road crashes of cyclists remains largely unexplained. Given the importance of this issue, the present study has been conducted with the aim of determining relationships between infrastructural, human factors and safety outcomes of cyclists. Objectives: This study aimed, first, to examine the relationship between key infrastructural and human factors present in cycling, bicycle-user characteristics and their self-reported experience with road crashes. And second, to determine whether a set of key infrastructural and human factors may predict their self-reported road crashes. Methods: For this cross-sectional study, a total of 1064 cyclists (38.8% women, 61.2% men; M = 32.8 years of age) from 20 different countries across Europe, South America and North America, participated in an online survey composed of four sections: demographic data and cycling-related factors, human factors, perceptions on infrastructural factors and road crashes suffered. Results: The results of this study showed significant associations between human factors, infrastructural conditions and self-reported road crashes. Also, a logistic regression model found that self-reported road crashes of cyclists could be predicted through variables such as age, riding intensity, risky behaviours and problematic user/infrastructure interactions. Conclusions: The results of this study suggest that self-reported road crashes of cyclists are influenced by features related to the user and their interaction with infrastructural characteristics of the road.

Utility of Anakinra in Acute Crystalline Diseases: A Retrospective Study Comparing a University Hospital with a Veterans Affairs Medical Center

2018 ◽  
Vol 46 (7) ◽  
pp. 748-750 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julianna Desmarais ◽  
Cong-Qiu Chu
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Veterans Affairs ◽  
Hospitalized Patients ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Acute Gout ◽  
Efficacy And Safety ◽  
Inpatient Management ◽  
Gout Flares

Objective.To evaluate the efficacy and safety of anakinra in inpatient management of acute gout and pseudogout.Methods.Hospitalized patients with acute gout (n = 77) or pseudogout (n = 11) or both (n = 3) were analyzed for response to anakinra and adverse effects.Results.Half of all patients had comorbidities limiting the treatment choice. Anakinra was well tolerated, and 92% of gout flares and 79% of pseudogout flares responded to treatment.Conclusion.Anakinra is an effective and safe treatment for acute gout and pseudogout in hospitalized patients, particularly in those with comorbidities.

scholarly journals Uso e negociação de preservativos por acadêmicos de enfermagem

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (32) ◽  
pp. 81-91
Author(s):  
Thelma Spindola ◽  
Cláudia Silva Rocha Oliveira ◽  
Daniela Marques da Costa ◽  
Nathália Lourdes Nepomuceno de Oliveira ◽  
Catarina Valentim Vieira da Motta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Female Condom ◽  
Legal Aspects ◽  
Sexual Practices ◽  
Private Institution ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Continued Use ◽  
Infecciones De Transmisión Sexual ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Identificar o uso e a negociação do preservativo por acadêmicos de enfermagem e discutir as práticas sexuais destes estudantes na perspectiva da prevenção das infecções sexualmente transmissíveis. Descritivo, transversal com abordagem quantitativa, realizado com 153 estudantes de enfermagem de uma instituição privada. Foi empregado um questionário estruturado com 60 perguntas fechadas. Para a análise, utilizou-se a estatística descritiva com o auxílio do Excel for Windows. Foram atendidos todos os aspectos ético-legais. 91% participantes tinham vida sexual ativa. Destes: 72% não faziam uso do preservativo em todos os intercursos sexuais; 59% não usavam com parceria fixa; 76% utilizavam-no nas parcerias sexuais casuais e 90) informaram não usar preservativo feminino. A negociação do uso era realizada por 32 dos participantes. Evidenciou-se uma baixa adesão para o uso contínuo de preservativo, o que, juntamente com as situações de negociações de seu uso, favoreceu a exposição às infecções sexualmente transmissíveis.Descritores: Negociação, Preservativos, Comportamento Sexual, Infecções Sexualmente Transmissíveis. Use and negotiation of condoms by nursing academicsAbstract: To identify the use and negotiation of condoms by nursing students and discuss the sexual practices of these students with a view to preventing sexually transmitted infections. Descriptive, cross-sectional with a quantitative approach, carried out with 153 nursing students from a private institution. A structured questionnaire with 60 closed questions was used. For the analysis, descriptive statistics was used with the aid of Excel for Windows. All ethical and legal aspects were met. 91% participants had an active sex life. Of these: 72% did not use condoms in all sexual intercourse; 59% did not use with a fixed partnership; 76% used it in casual sexual partnerships and 90% reported not using female condom. Use negotiation was carried out by 32 of the participants. There was a low adherence to the continued use of condoms, which, together with situations of negotiation of their use, favored exposure to sexually transmitted infections.Descriptors: Negotiating, Condoms, Sexual Behavior, Sexually Transmitted Diseases. Uso y negociación de condones por los académicos de enfermeríaResumen: Identificar el uso y la negociación de condones por parte de académicos de enfermería y discutir las prácticas sexuales de estos estudiantes con miras a prevenir las infecciones de transmisión sexual. Descriptivo, transversal con enfoque cuantitativo, realizado con 153 estudiantes de enfermería de una institución privada. Se utilizó un cuestionario estructurado con 60 preguntas cerradas. Para el análisis, se utilizó estadística descriptiva con la ayuda de Excel para Windows. Se cumplieron todos los aspectos éticos y legales. El 91% de los participantes tenían una vida sexual activa. De estos: 72% no usaban condones en todas las relaciones sexuales; El 59% no lo usó con una sociedad fija; ell 76% lo usó en parejas sexuales casuales y 90) informaron que no usaban condón femenino. La negociación de uso fue realizada por 32 de los participantes. Hubo una baja adherencia al uso continuado de condones, lo que, junto con situaciones de negociación de su uso, favoreció la exposición a infecciones de transmisión sexual.Descriotores: Negociación, Condones, Conducta Sexual, Enfermedades de Transmisión Sexual.

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