scholarly journals Digital Teaching Methodology among the Dental Students a Questionnaire Based Survey

Author(s):  
N. Dharaneesh ◽  
A. Jothi Priya ◽  
R. Gayatri Devi

Background: The implementation of digital technologies in dental curricula has started globally and reached varying levels of penetration counting on local resources and demands. One of the biggest challenges in digital education is the need to continuously adapt and adjust to the developments in technology and apply these to dental practice in communicating with dental professionals, medical doctors, dental technicians, and insurance providers, dental students need to be prepared to manage digitized data, ensure patient safety, and understand the advantages and limitations of conventional and digital processes. Aim: To create awareness about digital teaching methodology among the dental students. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among the adolescent population with a sample size of 120. A self administered structured questionnaire was prepared based on digital teaching methodology and consisted of 13 questions. It was circulated to participants through an online platform (google form). The statistics were done using SPSS software, chi-square test was used to check the association and P value of 0.05 was said to be statistically significant.The pros of the survey is that the adolescents of different lifestyles and cultures were surveyed. Children and adults were excluded from the survey. Simple random sampling method was the sampling method used to minimise the sampling bias. Results: The results showed that the dental students are aware about the digital teaching methodology. Conclusion: The people are aware of the digital teaching methodology. But more awareness needs to be spread so that digital handling can be improvised in the near future.

Author(s):  
Jessly Daniel ◽  
A. Jothi Priya ◽  
R. Gayatri Devi

Introduction: Postpartum depression (PPD) is the most common psychiatric condition after childbirth. PD has adverse long-term consequences for the mother, the infant’s development and the family environment symptoms-the core symptom of sadness or low mood, as well as fatigue/sleep disturbance and irritability. The aim of the study is to determine the Knowledge and awareness about postpartum distress among the students of saveetha dental college. Materials & Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among the study population with a sample size of 100. A self administered structured questionnaire was prepared and consisted of 15 questions. It was circulated to participants through an online platform (google form). The statistics were done using SPSS software, chi-square test was used to check the association and P value of 0.05 was said to be statistically significant.The pros of the survey is that the students of different lifestyles and cultures were surveyed . Children and adults were excluded from the survey.  Simple random sampling method was the sampling method used to minimise the sampling bias. Results: Women during postpartum go through a lot of hormonal changes which lead to mood swings etc.They become very self conscious about their body .Mothers can also be depressed due to financial trouble, lactation etc.  Chi square test: p-value=2.98>  0.05 hence significant. Conclusion: In summary, this study demonstrated an honest level of data and positive attitudes towards women with postpartum depression. However, negative beliefs, stigma, and misconceptions still prevailed among the relations.


Author(s):  
Aarthi Muthukumar ◽  
Revathi Duraisamy ◽  
Dhanraj Ganapathy

Nanotechnology is widely used in day to day life including its use in medicine. Using nanotechnology it is easy to analyse the atoms , chemical bonds and molecules present between various compounds. Use of nanoparticles in the field of dentistry is called nano dentistry. Chemical, physical and biological aspects of nanoparticles should be taken into account while choosing nanoparticles for the use in the field of nano dentistry. Nanoparticles are used in innovations of dentistry. Nano materials can be used for preventing and curing oral diseases such as oral cancer and to maintain oral health care. This study aims at evaluating knowledge and awareness of nanoparticles incorporated in dental materials among undergraduate dental students. A questionnaire with a set of 9 questions to assess the students knowledge and awareness about nanoparticles incorporation in dental materials. The sample size of 99 participants of dental students of Saveetha Dental College were selected by a simple random sampling method. The participants were asked to fill the questionnaire in an online site called survey planet. The results were collected and statistically analysed. Chi square test was done and it was found that 71% of the participants were aware about the use of nanoparticles in dental materials, even though it is statistically not significant (p value- 0.436), 73% of respondents were aware about nanoparticle incorporation in impression materials with p value 0.449 (not significant) and 72% were aware about use of nanomaterials in titanium implants(p value-0.340). Within the limitations of the study, it can be observed that the undergraduate students at the Faculty of Dentistry of Saveetha were well aware about the use of nanoparticles in dental materials.


2018 ◽  
Vol 08 (04) ◽  
pp. 245-249
Author(s):  
Fasiha Moin Kazi ◽  
Shama Asghar ◽  
Syed Adeel Ahmed

Objective: The aim of this study was to understand the preferences of final year dentistry students in postgraduate specialization and explore the factors which influence them in making decisions regarding their future in pursuing postgraduate studies. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey was carried out between August 2017- January 2018 at four dental colleges across Karachi, including, three private sector and one public sector institution. A multiple choice, closed-ended questionnaire consisting of 8 statements was prepared and distributed among all the final year BDS students. 225 used and 200 student responses were recorded. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 23 and Chi Square was applied to achieve the results. Results: 81% of the respondents were females. 79% were in the age range of 22-23years. 63% age of students had parents that came from a professional background. 75% of the total respondents wanted to pursue postgraduate studies. The link between the age of the student, gender and the willingness to pursue postgraduate studies was found to be insignificant whereas with parental profession, it was significant (p value=0.016). 60% students believed that they had received enough specialty exposure and encouragement from their institutions to be able to decide on their postgraduate plans. The first choice of specialty for 28% students was Oral Surgery followed by Orthodontics and Endodontics for 22% respondents. The second choice of specialty for the students was Operative Dentistry for 30% of the students followed by 17% who preferred Orthodontics. The rest were divided among the other subjects. 36% of the students cited their aptitude for a specific field as the most common factor for affecting their decision on specialization. 28% cited job status/ prospects and financial reasons as the factor most likely to influence their decision on specialization. Conclusion: According to the study, there was no significant association between the age, gender and the preferences of the student towards postgraduate specialization. However, parental occupation was bound to play a role. The choices of the students as regards specialty selection and influencing factors are varied. As the trend towards postgraduate specialization in dentistry is gaining momentum, it is imperative to research this area more for better planning and allowing students to make informed decisions.


Author(s):  
Medha Rajiv Ranjan ◽  
A. Jothi Priya ◽  
R. Gayatri Devi

Introduction: Stress can come from any event that makes an individual feel anxious, frustrated, depressed due to the inability to cope with the situation. Stress is caused due to various stressors stimulating responses in the individual's body. The stressors usually increase the potential of the individual to face a stressful situation and overcome it however if the stressors are constantly triggered they can cause physiological damage to the individual. Physiological impact includes high blood pressure, rapid breathing, aches and pains, in severe cases it can also lead to stroke. Stressors can also impact an individual emotionally and mentally by causing insomnia, depression and anxiety. Mental health is the state of the overall well-being of an individual which helps them to overcome anxiety and stressful situations and thereby increases the productivity of the individuals in order to contribute to the society. It is important to maintain good mental health in order to keep the individual healthy. Aim: The study has been conducted to assess the overall mental health of the study population and thereby suggest ways in which we can deal with stress. Stress and anxiety can be managed by practising yoga, meditation, discussing problems with a counsellor or spending time with family and loved ones. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among the population with a sample size of 100. A self administered structured questionnaire was prepared based on the effect of stress on mental health. It was circulated to participants through an online platform (google form). The statistics were done using SPSS software, chi-square test effect of stress on mental health  was used to check the association and P value of 0.05 was said to be statistically significant. The pros of the survey is that individuals of different lifestyles and cultures were surveyed. This study was conducted among individuals of the age group 14-46 years. Simple random sampling method was the sampling method used to minimise the sampling bias. Results: The p value obtained from statistical data analysis was 0.02 which is statistically significant. The results revealed that most of the individuals of the study population had experienced stress in their life and some of them were already aware about the ways in which they could overcome stress. This study provided alternate ways to overcome stress and anxiety for individuals experiencing stress in their day to day lives.


Author(s):  
Muhammad Sufriannor ◽  
Hardiono Hardiono ◽  
Juanda A. Zuraini

Abstract: Knowledge, Attitude with Merchants Participation In The Management of Market Waste. In Banjarbaru city waste volume transported by TPS officers per day about 90 tons / day to TPA. One of the source of waste is the market which is a big problem because most of the market waste is wet garbage. So these waste piles become flies nest, rats, insects.Waste management is also influenced by the participation of merchants that were still lacking awareness to play an active role in the implementation. The purpose of this study is to determine the relations of knowledge, attitude with the participation of merchants in waste management in the Bauntung market Banjarbaru. The type of this research is analytical survey research with Cross Sectional approach. The population in this study is all merchants in the Bauntung market Banjarbaru. The sample is 85 respondents, obtained by proportional sampling method. The research variables consist of independent variables, namely knowledge and attitude while the dependent variable is the participation of merchants in waste management. Data analysis used is univariat and bivariate (using Chi Square with α = 0,05). The result of the research stated that there is no correlation between knowledge level and participation (p-value 0,747> 0,05). There is a correlation between attitudes with participation (p-value 0.001


2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mariam John Munyogwa ◽  
Kaloli Sayi Ntalima ◽  
Secilia Ng’weshemi Kapalata

Abstract Background Obesity at the workplace has been associated with symptoms of lower self-esteem, increased individual and employer healthcare costs, increased absenteeism and presenteeism and reduced productivity. Therefore, this study was designed to study the prevalence and correlates of central obesity among formal sector employees in Dodoma City. Methods Study design was a cross-sectional survey conducted from March to June, 2019. Participants were employees from formal sector employment defined as those paid regular monthly wage and with either a secured permanent or temporary contract. Simple random sampling was used to select four out of fifteen large buildings hosting various establishments. Respondents were obtained conveniently and interviewed face to face. Central obesity was defined as a waist circumference greater than 102 cm for males and greater than 88 cm for females. Chi-square test was conducted to assess the differences among the groups. Simple and multiple logistic regression models were fitted to identify the correlates of central obesity. Results A total of 392 respondents (98% response rate) agreed and participated in the study. The overall prevalence of central obesity was found to be 41.8% (164/392). The prevalence of central obesity was significantly higher among females (67.4% p < 0.001), respondents aged ≥51 years (60%, p = < 0.001), administrators (55.1% p = < 0.05), respondents with salary of > 1,000,000 Tanzanian Shilling (TSh.) per month (54.4%, p = < 0.05), respondents who eat homemade meals at the workplace (64.2%, p = < 0.05) and respondents with hypertension (62.5%, p = < 0.05). Correlates of central obesity were found to be female sex (AOR = 9.53; 95% CI: 5.49, 16.78), increased age, eating homemade meals at the workplace (AOR = 2.32; 95% CI: 1.04, 4.19) and hypertension (AOR = 3.15; 95% CI: 1.41, 6.91). Conclusions The present study revealed high prevalence of central obesity among formal sector employees in Dodoma City. Scholars and stakeholders are urged to generate more evidences and design appropriate interventions to curb the situation.


2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (12) ◽  
pp. 6073
Author(s):  
Atni Primanadini ◽  
Cast Torizellia ◽  
Lisa Setia

Coronavirus Disease-2019 (COVID-19) adalah penyakit jenis baru yang belum pernah diidentifikasi sebelumnya pada manusia yang disebabkan oleh virus Sars Cov-2. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh pengetahuan dan perilaku gerakan mencuci tangan, menjaga jarak dan memakai masker terhadap angka kejadian Covid-19. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain Cross Sectional yaitu peneliti melakukan pengukuran variabel pada satu waktu tertentu yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui korelasi antara variabel. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh masyarakat Desa Indrasari yang berjumlah 5444 orang, sampel sebanyak 400 responden dengan tehnik pengambilan sampel Simple Random Sampling. Hasil analisis uji Chi-Square menunjukkan ada pengaruh yang antara pengetahuan (p-value= 0,000, OR=0,18) dan perilaku (p-value=0,000, OR=0,29) gerakan 3M terhadap angka kejadian Covid-19. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan antara pengetahuan dan perilaku gerakan 3M (mencuci tangan, memakai masker dan menjaga jarak terhadap angka kejadian Covid-19


Author(s):  
Wahyuni Herda ◽  
Insan Sosiawan A Tunru ◽  
Yusnita Yusnita

Tuberculosis is a disease of global concern. By 2015 six countries contributing to 60% of the global total are India, Indonesia, China, Nigeria, Pakistan and South Africa. China, India and Indonesia alone accounted for 45% of cases in the world.The World Health Organization (WHO)has recommended the Directly Observed Treatment Shortcourse (DOTS) strategy for TB control by involving Drug Supervisors (PMO). It aims to achieve patient recovery, prevent transmission, and avoid drug resistant cases. This study aims to determine the relation between the roles of treatment observers (PMO) with the success of tuberculosis treatment at community health center of Johar Baru Central Jakarta in 2016.This research was conducted by Cross-Sectional non-experimental quantitative method. Population and sample are the patient of adult pulmonary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis at community health center of Johar Baru Central Jakarta in 2016. Samples are selected by using Simple Random Sampling. The data were collected by interview using questionnaire. Data analysis using SPSS with Chi-Square test.There were 45 respondents (80,4%) succeed in TB treatment and respondent with PMO roles category were 40 (71,4%). Result of statistical test using Chi-Square test obtained P value = 1,000 (> 0,05).There is no relation between the roles of treatment observers (PMO) with the success of tuberculosis treatment at community health center of Johar Baru Central Jakarta in 2016.


2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 43
Author(s):  
Norhalida Rahmi ◽  
Syamsul Arifin ◽  
Endang Pertiwiwati

ABSTRAKSkabies merupakan penyakit infeksi menular yang disebabkan oleh infeksi dan sensitisasi oleh tungau Sarcoptes scabei var hominis (Sarcoptes sp.). Penularan dapat terjadi secara langsung dan tidak langsung. Salah satu dampak kejadian skabies yaitu personal hygiene yang buruk. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui hubungan personal hygiene dengan kejadian penyakit skabies pada santri Wustho di Pondok (SMP) Pesantren Al-Falah Putera Banjarbaru. Metode penelitian ini adalah penelitian korelasional dengan pendekatan cross-sectional.Tteknik sampling menggunakan probality sampling dengan simple random sampling. Populasi penelitian adalah seluruh santri wustho kelas 1 yang berasrama sebanyak 341 santri. Sampel yang digunakan ada 184 santri yang berasrama.H asil analisis didapatkan personal hygiene baik terkena skabies 24% dan personal hygiene baik tidak terkena skabies 76%. Personal hygiene buruk terkena skabies 53% dan personal hygiene buruk tidak terkena skabies 47 %. Hasil uji chi- square didapatkan nilai= 0,000 (r) = 12.590. Kesimpulan penelitian ini personal hygiene berhubungan dengan kejadian skabies. Hygiene perseorangan merupakan salah satu usaha yang dapat mencegah kejadian skabies.Kata- kata kunci : personal hygiene, skabies, pesantren.ABSTRACTScabies is a contagious infectious disease caused by infection and sensitization by Sarcoptes scabei var hominis mites (Sarcoptes sp.). transmission can occur directly and indirectly. one of the effects of scabies is poor personal hygiene. To determine the correlation personal hygiene with incidence of scabies in Islamic boarding Wustho students (SMP) Al Falah Putera Banjarbaru. This study was a correlational study with cross-sectional approach, using sampling techniques probality sampling with simple random sampling. The population was all studentswere Islamic boarding wustho in first class as many as 341 students. Total respondent were 184 students in Islamic boarding. Analysis of the Personal hygiene exposed to scabies 24% good, good personal hygiene was not affected by scabies 76%. Personal hygiene badly affected by scabies 53%, poor personal hygiene was not affected by scabies 47%. Result of correlation chisquare test p value = 0.000 and (r) = 12.590. personal hygiene associated with the incidence ofscabies. Personal hygiene was one of effort that can prevent the incidence of scabies.Keywords: personal hygiene, scabies, islamic boarding.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur-E- Alam ◽  
Md Shariful Islam ◽  
Umme Suriea ◽  
Ramisa Binti Mohiuddin ◽  
Md. Muzahidul Islam ◽  
...  

Abstract Background: Thalassemia is one of the most common life-threatening yet preventable congenital hemoglobin disorders especially in South Asian regions like Bangladesh. It has become a rising public health concern for Bangladesh as 6-12% of the population are carriers and many of them are unaware of it. The purpose of the study is to inspect the knowledge and attitude towards thalassemia among the general people of Bangladesh. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in eight administrative regions of Bangladesh between January and October of 2020. A self-administrative close-ended questionnaire was designed to collect information about thalassemia and socio-demographic characteristics. Pearson’s chi-square (χ2) test and One-way ANOVA were performed to assess the association between the demographic variables with knowledge and practice regarding thalassemia. A p-value <0.05 was considered significant.Results: Of the 1623 participants, only 44.7% (726/1623) had heard of thalassemia. The mean knowledge of thalassemia was scored 4.75 ± 2.05 out of a total possible score of 10. Half of the participants had no idea that thalassemia was not a transfusion transmitted disease. About 73.1% knew that blood tests are a diagnosis process to determine thalassemia. The urban residing participants had the highest (5.10 ± 1.99) and participants with primary education had the lowest (3.38 ± 1.37) mean score of knowledge. Participants' knowledge score varied significantly by marital status, living pace, literacy and occupation (p< 0.05). However, about 68.2% and 85.5% of the participants showed a positive attitude towards premarital screening of themselves or their family members and donating blood to thalassemia patients, respectively. Conclusion: The study shows that there is a need to disseminate the information on thalassemia since the knowledge gap is huge among people. These findings will assist the implementation of significant steps such as educational programs, health counseling, premarital screening, campaigning, etc. to increase the awareness of thalassemia.


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