scholarly journals Old trees are perceived as a valuable element of the municipal forest landscape

PeerJ ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. e12700
Author(s):  
Marzena Suchocka ◽  
Magdalena Wojnowska-Heciak ◽  
Magdalena Błaszczyk ◽  
Agnieszka Gawłowska ◽  
Joanna Ciemniewska ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Urban Forest ◽  
Urban Trees ◽  
Outdoor Activity ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Factor Rotation ◽  
Valuable Element ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Forest Users ◽  
Old Trees

Urban trees are important to maintain biodiversity and, therefore, need public acceptance. Few studies, however, have addressed the topic of social acceptability of old trees. The aim of this research was to examine city residents’ perception of old trees, including hollow-bearing ones, mainly in the aspect of safety and aesthetics. A total of 448 Warsaw municipal forest’ users expressed their opinions by completing an online questionnaire. Several methods were used to analyse the results of the study: the Chi-square test of independence, the Kruskal–Wallis H test, the Mann–Whitney U test and the Quartimax method of factor rotation analysis. The results revealed a correlation between the frequency of forest visits and the level of sensitivity toward old trees, which translates to less radical notion of danger and less radical decisions about cutting such trees down. Age of the respondents (56+) was a factor contributing to higher willingness to protect and care for old trees. The results also indicated that outdoor activity in the urban forest may increase ancient trees acceptance by developing emotional connection with them, and eventually contribute to their protection.

scholarly journals The perception of COVID-19 among Italian dental patients: an orthodontic point of view

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefano Martina ◽  
Alessandra Amato ◽  
Paolo Faccioni ◽  
Alfredo Iandolo ◽  
Massimo Amato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Dental Patients ◽  
Patient Health ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Orthodontic Patients ◽  
Level Of Significance

Abstract Background The present study aimed to investigate the patients’ perception of the dental practice during the COVID-19 outbreak, and whether the pandemic will affect the attendance of orthodontic patients at the dental practice. An online questionnaire, including the Patient Health Questionnaire-4 (PHQ-4), was submitted to Italian dental patients with items about their perceived risks when going to the dentist, concerns about continuing orthodontic treatment, and the onset of temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Data were analyzed with a chi-square test and logistic regression analysis. The level of significance was set at P < 0.05. Results A total of 1566 subjects completed the survey, including 486 who were under orthodontic treatment or who had a child in orthodontic treatment. A total of 866 participants (55.3%) thought the risk of contracting the COVID-19 infection was higher in a dental practice; this perception was associated with gender (women more than man), age (over 60 years old) and high levels of distress (P<0.001). However, 894 patients (57.1%) felt comfortable going back to the dentist. Most of the orthodontic patients (84%) would continue their treatment. After the lockdown, there was a slight increase in the frequency of TMD pain (356 versus 334). Conclusions Most of the participants believed that the dental practice is a place at greater risk of contracting COVID-19, even if they continue to go to the dentist. Gender, age, and the level of distress were associated with the increase in the fear of going to the dentist due to COVID-19. Because of the pandemic, 16% of patients undergoing orthodontic treatment would not return to the dental practice to continue their orthodontic treatment after the lockdown. The prevalence of TMD pain in the population increased due to the pandemic.

scholarly journals The Relationship between Perceptions of the Availability of Hospital Facilities and Infrastructure to the Level of Fire Disaster Preparedness among Clinical Clerkship Students in Zainoel Abidin Hospital

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
T Husni TR ◽  
Yulia Agustina ◽  
Taufik Suryadi
Keyword(s):  
Disaster Management ◽  
Disaster Preparedness ◽  
Hospital Environment ◽  
Clinical Clerkship ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Fire Disaster ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
The Relationship

Clinical clerkship students are one of the communities who are always in the hospital environment and have been provided with fire disaster management materials through training and simulations. The hospital has provided complete fire disaster management facilities and infrastructure. However, the problem is that there is no information about clinical clerkship student preparedness for fire disasters in hospitals. The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between perceptions of the availability of hospital facilities and infrastructure to the level of fire disaster preparedness among clinical clerkship students in the Zainoel Abidin Hospital. This study used an analytical method with a cross-sectional design. The sample of this study was the clinical clerkship students of the Faculty of Medicine, Syiah Kuala University, who were taken by proportional stratified random sampling, totaling 117 people. The data was collected using an online questionnaire that has been tested for its validity and reliability. Data analysis was performed univariate and bivariate using the chi-square test. The results showed that the clinical clerkship student had a good perception regarding facilities and infrastructure in the hospital (68.4%), while the attitude of preparedness to face fire disasters in the hospital showed a high level (80.3%). The Chi-square test results showed that there was a significant relationship between the clinical clerkship student perception regarding facilities and infrastructure in hospitals and fire disaster preparedness (p = 0,000). The conclusion of this study showed that the good perceptions of clinical clerkship students about the availability of fire disaster management facilities and infrastructure increase fire disaster preparedness in the hospital. This study recommends the importance of training and fire disaster management simulation to be continuously carried out on clinical clerkship students to improve the quality of disaster preparedness communities.

scholarly journals Gaya Hidup Berhubungan dengan Hipertensi

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 66-70
Author(s):  
Emdat Suprayitno ◽  
Sri Sumarni ◽  
Isqi Lailatul Islami
Keyword(s):  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
P Value ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Data Collection Technique ◽  
Analytic Design

Abstract Hypertension is a major problem as a risk factor for death in cardiovascular disease caused by genetic and lifestyle factors. The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship between hypertension and lifestyle in Poja Village, Gapura District. This study used a cross sectional analytic design. The population in this study were 73 people. The sampling technique was simple random sampling and data analysis used the Chi Square test, the data collection technique used online questionnaire forms (google forms). Chi square test results obtained P value = 0.001 <a (0.05), which means that there is a relationship between hypertension and lifestyle in Poja Village, Gapura District. Therefore it is important to always adopt a good and healthy lifestyle to prevent hypertension Keywords: Hypertension, lifestyle, the incidence of hypertension

scholarly journals RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE KNOWLEDGE ON SELF-EFFICACY ABOUT COUNSELING AND STOMA SITE MARKING FOR PATIENTS UNDERGOING STOMA SURGERY IN ETNs

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
AULIA PUTRI ◽  
Debie Dahlia ◽  
Riri Maria ◽  
Ratna Sitorus
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Stoma Site ◽  
Stoma Complications ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Stoma Site Marking ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Stoma complications may affect physical and psychological aspects in patients’ life. The implementation of counseling and stoma site marking prior to surgery can reduce the risk of complications and improve the quality the life of the patients. Enterostomal Therapy Nurse (ETN) is a nurse graduated of an educational program called ETNEP (Enterostomal Therapy Nurse Education Program). Self-efficacy of ETNs plays vital role in application of counselling and stoma site marking. This study aimed to evaluate knowledge and self-efficacy of ETNs and to investigate the relationship between the knowledge and self-efficacy about counseling and stoma site marking in ETNs. A cross sectional design was used which involved 81 ETNs in Indonesia. The study was conducted in 2017. The data were collected by using online questionnaire in a 3-part on ETNs's demographic characteristics, knowledge of counseling and stoma site marking (27 questions) and self-efficacy (33 questions). The data collecting process designed by google form then analyzed by using Chi Square test. Findings showed that there was a statistically significant correlation between the knowledge and self- efficacy (p=0,008, OR=3,808). An increase in knowledge corresponded with an improvement in the self- efficacy about counseling and stoma site marking in ETNs. This recommended every hospitals with stoma care may improve ETNs knowledge about counseling and stoma site marking periodically.

scholarly journals Is COVID-19 a hoax? Correlation between beliefs related to COVID-19 and the use of preventive measures in India

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 2983
Author(s):  
Zoha Abdullah ◽  
Alisha Ann Anil ◽  
Akshaya Keerthikha Dhanashekhar ◽  
Mohamed Asik ◽  
Akshaya Aji ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Effective Measure ◽  
Preventive Practices ◽  
Control And Prevention ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
The Government ◽  
And Control

Background: Following the personal protective and preventive measures are vital to the control and prevention of transmission. The populations’ beliefs and attitude related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) have a direct impact on their practice of preventive measures. Therefore, this study was conducted to explore the beliefs, attitude and preventive practices related to COVID-19 among the general population of Chennai, Tamil Nadu.Methods: An online questionnaire with 12 questions concerning the beliefs, attitude and practice of preventive measures related to COVID-19 was distributed via social platforms. Data were entered in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet and analyzed using statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) software (version 21, IBM Corporation, Texas, USA). Bivariate analysis (Chi-square test) was used to assess the association between independent variables with each of the main outcomes of interest.Results: A total of 256 study subjects participated in this survey. About 69.9% believed in the existence of corona virus and >85% followed the government protocols. Social distancing and Frequent hand washing was chosen by majority of the study subjects (55.5% and 78.5% respectively) as the most effective measure to prevent viral transmission. Nearly 81.7% always wore a mask in public and 27.0% always kept >6 feet distance apart from others.Conclusions: The surveyed population has an acceptable level of positive beliefs, attitude, and good practices towards COVID-19. We recommend that emphasis should be placed on educating people belonging to lower education and income strata. Vulnerable populations who require proper health education and guidance for prevention and control of COVID-19 should be targeted.

scholarly journals Clinical versus Dental Laboratory Survey Regarding Modern Fixed Implant Supported Prosthetic in Romania

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 472
Author(s):  
Luminita Oancea ◽  
Eugenia Panaitescu ◽  
Mihai Burlibasa ◽  
Catalin Gagiu
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Ratio Test ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
Leading Role ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Training Courses ◽  
Laboratory Survey

(1) Background: The success of prosthetic treatment with implant support depends on the combined effort of the team doctor-technician, each of them being responsible for the validation of execution stages. (2) Methods: we composed an online questionnaire with 18 multiple choice questions, using the Google Forms application. It was filled out by an equal number of prosthodontic specialists and dental technicians. Differences and associations were evaluated by Likelihood Ratio test, Linear by Linear association test, Kruskal-Wallis H test, Pearson Chi-Square test and the Fisher’s Exact test. (3) Results: Differences and similarities were found between the statements of prosthodontic specialists and dental technicians. Years of experience are correlated with the number of restorations, impression techniques and types of restoration (p ≤ 0.05). Similar answers for both groups were registered for preferred screw retained type of prosthetic abutment and most frequently reported complications. (4) Conclusions: The different perspectives of the two members of the prosthodontic team regarding the leading role in the treatment plan, type of abutment, impression technique and prosthetic design of implant fixed restorations has been revealed in our study. Similar education curricula and standards for continuing training courses after graduation are necessary for prosthodontic specialists and technicians in Romania.

An updated survey of factors influencing property valuation accuracy in Australia

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rotimi Boluwatife Abidoye ◽  
Wei Huang ◽  
Abdul-Rasheed Amidu ◽  
Ashad Ali Javad
Keyword(s):  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
Property Valuation ◽  
Current State ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
The Subject ◽  
And Training ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeThis study updates and extends the current work on the issue of accuracy of property valuation. The paper investigates the factors that contribute to property valuation inaccuracy and examines different strategies to achieve greater accuracy in practice.Design/methodology/approachAn online questionnaire was designed and administered on the Australian Property Institute (API) registered valuers, attempting to examine their perceptions on the current state of valuation accuracy in Australia. The variables/statements from responses are ranked overall and compared for differences by the characteristics of respondents.FindingsUsing mean rating point, the survey ranked three factors; inexperience valuers, the selection, interpretation and use of comparable evidence in property valuation exercise and the complexity of the subject property in terms of design, age, material specification and state of repairs as the most significant factors currently affecting valuation inaccuracy. The results of a Chi-square test did not, however, show a significant statistical relationship between respondents' profile and the perception on the comparative importance of the factors identified. Except for valuers' age and inexperience valuers and valuers' educational qualification and inexperience valuers and the selection, interpretation and use of comparable evidence in property valuation exercise. Also, the three highly ranked strategies for reducing the level of inaccuracy are: developing a global mindset, use of advanced methodology and training valuers on market forecasting skills.Practical implicationsIn order for valuers to provide state-of-the-art service to the public and to remain relevant, there is a need to accurately and reliably estimate valuation figures. Hence, the strategies highlighted in this study could be considered in a bid to reduce property valuation inaccuracy in practice.Originality/valueThis study provides an updated overview of the issue of property valuation inaccuracy in the Australia valuation practice and examines the strategies to reduce it.

scholarly journals The Perception of COVID-19 among Italian Dentists: An Orthodontic Point of View

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (12) ◽  
pp. 4384 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefano Martina ◽  
Alessandra Amato ◽  
Roberto Rongo ◽  
Mario Caggiano ◽  
Massimo Amato
Keyword(s):  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Working Hours ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Daily Activities ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Work Activity ◽  
Daily Work ◽  
Patient Health ◽  
Chi Square Test

COVID-19 has severely impacted dentists, who are at a great risk of infection. This study aimed to investigate if dentists are anxious about returning to their daily activities, and what the perception of the risk is for dentists and orthodontists regarding orthodontic procedures. An online questionnaire, including the Patient Health Questionnaire-4 (PHQ-4), was sent to Italian dentists during the final days of the lockdown with items about anxiety, fear, distress, perceived risk for operators, and concerns about orthodontic patients caused by working during the COVID-19 outbreak. Data were analyzed with a chi-square test and logistic regression analysis. The level of significance was set as p < 0.05. A total of 349 dentists completed the survey, including 183 orthodontists. Returning to their daily work activity was a source of anxiety for 192 participants and this was associated with the level of distress (odds ratio (OR) = 3.7; p < 0.001). Most of the orthodontists (67.6%) thought that they would increase the number of working hours during the week (OR = 1.8; p = 0.007). Italian dentists were mostly scared to return to their daily activities because they considered their jobs a high risk to them and their families. Dentists with an exclusive/prevailing orthodontic activity were forced to increase their working day during the week.

scholarly journals A survey of COVID-19 linked experience, knowledge, attitude, and behaviours among orthodontists and orthodontic residents in Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 006-018
Author(s):  
Tolulase Abosede Yemitan ◽  
Omolara Yeside Odunsi ◽  
Oyeyemi Oyebola Oyewo ◽  
Kikelomo Oluwabukola Adegbite ◽  
Aderinsola Sophia Omotuyole ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Training Programs ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Professional Status ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
High Exposure ◽  
Total Knowledge Score ◽  
Chi Square Test

Background: Orthodontic practitioners have a high exposure risk to cross infection with COVID-19 due to proximity with the patients and frequent exposure to body fluids during procedures. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate COVID-19 related experiences, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours among orthodontists and orthodontic residents in Nigeria, and to identify factors related with their self-perceived and actual level of COVID-19 related knowledge. Methods: An online questionnaire was sent to a sample of orthodontists and orthodontic residents in Nigeria to survey demographic characteristics, personal experiences, knowledge, attitude and behaviours related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The data collected were analysed using descriptive analysis, chi-square test and regression analysis. Results: A total of 29 (54.7%) respondents were specialist orthodontists while 24(45.3%) were orthodontic residents. Most orthodontists (96.6%) and orthodontic residents (95.8%) had completed COVID-19-related training programs and the Internet (98.1%) was their primary source of knowledge. The mean self-perceived knowledge score was 4.44 ± 0.55 while their total knowledge score was 4.15 ± 0.60. Attitudes towards the use of PPE (P = 0.001) and compliance with the use of pre-procedural mouth rinse with 1% Hydrogen Peroxide or 0.2% povidone Iodine (P = 0.034) was significantly different among the respondents based on their professional status. Conclusions: COVID-19-related training programs as well as provision of essential personal protective equipment are essential for the improvement of knowledge, confidence, and preparedness of orthodontic professionals.

scholarly journals Demography factors influencing Indonesian general knowledge on COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 113
Author(s):  
Violantina Linardi ◽  
Rizma Adlia Syakurah ◽  
Jesica Moudy
Keyword(s):  
General Knowledge ◽  
Health Campaign ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
The Public ◽  
Bare Hand ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Media Platform ◽  
Occupational Background ◽  
And Behavior

Pandemic COVID-19 is a health problem that is spread all over the world including Indonesia. As 4 June 2020, Indonesia has reached 28,818 persons confirmed COVID-19, 1,721 deaths related to COVID-19 and 8.892 patients have recovered from the disease. The amount of response and attention of the public regarding the COVID-19 case in Indonesia and the circulation of information in the community became the basis of interest in identifying and analyzing demography factors with general knowledge on COVID-19. Participants were 1,254 collected through online questionnaire distributed on social media platform, from February 5, 2020 to June 6, 2020. Data analyzed used Chi square test with significant &lt;0.05. The result showed that majority of respondents have good general knowledge about COVID-19 and the personal prevention towards the disease (&gt;75%). Nonetheless, most misinformation was that COVID-19 killed everyone contracted to it, came from a biological weapon laboratory, and that covering mouth and nose with bare hand is considered as correct coughing ethic. Characteristics that showed statistical significances were education, occupation, and educational/occupational background. Although Indonesian governments already give the best effort to educate the public to stop the transmission, an extensive educational health campaign should be done to raise awareness in public about preventive knowledge and behavior of COVID-19.

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