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Frontiers in Public Health 2022Nurses play an important role in advising and guiding patients on effective treatments, and in this situation, it is better to be aware of complementary and alternative...
BACKGROUND
Nurses play an important role in advising and guiding patients on effective treatments, and in this situation, it is better to be aware of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) as well as the effects and side effects of different procedures. In addition, the quality of nursing care is directly related to the nurse's knowledge of the different treatments and preventions of different diseases and conditions. The present study aimed to investigate Iranian nurses' knowledge and attitude toward complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) as well as their correlation with the quality of patient care.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
This cross-sectional study included 267 clinical nurses from three hospitals in southern Iran. The participants were recruited using convenience sampling methods in 2020-2021. A demographic questionnaire, knowledge and attitude toward CAM questionnaires, and the Quality Patient Care Scale were used to collect data.
RESULTS
The mean score of CAM knowledge was 26.51, which was less than the questionnaire midpoint of 39. The mean score of attitudes toward CAM was 63.84, which was more than the questionnaire midpoint of 57. The mean score of the quality of patient care was 197.80, which was more than the questionnaire midpoint of 130. There was no significant correlation between knowledge about CAM, quality of patient care, and its dimensions. In addition, there was no significant correlation between attitudes toward CAM, quality of patient care, and its dimensions ( > 0.05).
CONCLUSION
The results of the present study showed that nurses' attitudes toward the use of CAM are positive and can be a sign of their readiness to use and further integrate clinically approved CAM in patient nursing care. Due to the role of nurses in patient care and treatment, there is a need to increase nurses' knowledge of CAM, and its training should be included in the nursing curriculum. More studies are needed to identify nurses' knowledge and attitudes toward CAM and its impact on the quality of nursing care.
Topics: Attitude of Health Personnel; Clinical Competence; Cross-Sectional Studies; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Humans; Iran
PubMed: 36045737
DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.942354 -
International Wound Journal Oct 2023The purpose of this review study is to investigate the attitude of nursing students toward the prevention of pressure ulcers (PUs) and related factors. From February 1,... (Review)
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The purpose of this review study is to investigate the attitude of nursing students toward the prevention of pressure ulcers (PUs) and related factors. From February 1, 2023, a comprehensive search was conducted in international and Persian electronic databases such as Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus, Iranmedex, and Scientific information database (SID). The keywords obtained from Medical Subject Headings, including "Attitude", "Nursing students", and "Pressure ulcer" were used in this search. The quality assessment of the present studies in this systematic review was based on the appraisal tool for cross-sectional studies (AXIS tool). A total of 6454 nursing students participated in ten cross-sectional studies. All students were studying at the undergraduate level and 81.20% of them were female. Nursing students were in the first (39.27%), second (28.19%), and third and fourth (32.54%) academic years. Among the participants, 49.86% have completed at least 2 clinical units. The mean scores of attitudes toward PU prevention in nursing students based on attitude toward PU prevention (APuP) and researcher-made questionnaires were 75.01% and 68.82%, respectively. The attitude of nursing students was influenced by various factors, including age, sex, academic year, clinical experience, number of clinical units, experience in caring for PU patients, previous courses on PU in the curriculum, and contribution of training to knowledge. Also, in the present study, the positive relationship between the attitude and knowledge of nursing students was shown as the only significant correlation. In sum, the attitude of the majority of nursing students toward the prevention of PUs was at a satisfactory level. Therefore, it is expected to transfer the necessary knowledge to them with proper planning so that preventive actions can be carried out by following the guidelines.
Topics: Humans; Female; Male; Ulcer; Students, Nursing; Cross-Sectional Studies; Surveys and Questionnaires; Pressure Ulcer; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Suppuration; Attitude of Health Personnel
PubMed: 37434034
DOI: 10.1111/iwj.14191 -
International Journal of Environmental... Nov 2021Plagiarism (Plg) is an unacceptable practice since it affects the integrity of scientific literature.
BACKGROUND
Plagiarism (Plg) is an unacceptable practice since it affects the integrity of scientific literature.
AIM AND OBJECTIVES
To seek students' knowledge and attitude regarding Plg and solicit suggestions to prevent Plg in our institute. The specific objectives of the study were to ascertain whether students' knowledge and attitudes about Plg differ by their demographic characteristics and academic years.
METHODOLOGY
A 32 item questionnaire was given to all the undergraduate (UG) students of the College of Medicine and Dentistry, Jouf University, KSA. The research questions focused on demographic information, knowledge and attitude regarding Plg, and suggestions to curb Plg.
RESULTS
A total of 134 UG students filled out the survey. The samples consisted of 97 males and 37 females. Most of the students displayed adequate knowledge regarding Plg in terms of copying words or ideas, quoting references, and copying words without changing the matter. As compared to female students, male students had better awareness regarding meaningful and harmful effects of practicing Plg ( < 0.05). Additionally, our results indicate that as students climb the academic ladder, their awareness on Plg tends to rise. Common reasons for plagiarizing are discussed here together with suggestions to combat Plg.
CONCLUSION
The results of this study can be mainly taken as an eye opener which demonstrates the vital factors pertaining to the level of students' knowledge about Plg, and to eradicate the problem, there is a need for more discussions and training on this topic for students.
Topics: Attitude; Cross-Sectional Studies; Female; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Humans; Male; Plagiarism; Saudi Arabia; Students; Surveys and Questionnaires
PubMed: 34886024
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph182312303 -
BMC Psychology Apr 2022The current study aimed to assess and compare the level of knowledge and attitude towards mental illness between secondary school students and their teachers in Oman.
AIM
The current study aimed to assess and compare the level of knowledge and attitude towards mental illness between secondary school students and their teachers in Oman.
METHODS
An online survey was carried out to collect data from 400 students and 411 teachers about their knowledge and attitudes toward people with mental illness. Two independent case studies about depression and schizophrenia were also tested.
RESULTS
Students have a poor knowledge of mental illness compared with their teachers, as more than half scored less than 60% compared with 16.5% of the teachers. More than two-thirds of the students (80%) and teachers (76.4%) have a low or minor positive attitude toward people with mental illness. The study identified significant differences in knowledge in favour of teachers, although the opposite was found regarding attitudes.
CONCLUSIONS
Since students spend a significant amount of time in school, bridging the gap between teachers' and students' knowledge and attitudes toward mental illness is an essential part in enhancing the knowledge and attitudes of the students. In addition, knowledgeable teachers with positive attitude can assist in early identification of mental illnesses and help students when needed. In turn, students who possess knowledge and positive attitude toward mental illness can share their concerns with their teachers. In the presence of such accepting and cooperative environment, the stigma can be decreased and early detection of mental illness and help-seeking behaviour can be promoted.
Topics: Attitude; Humans; Mental Disorders; Schools; Social Stigma; Students
PubMed: 35488319
DOI: 10.1186/s40359-022-00820-w -
Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal Feb 2021This study aimed to examine the attitudes and awareness of Iranian clinical nurses and midwives towards telenursing and telehealth also referred to as e-health.
OBJECTIVES
This study aimed to examine the attitudes and awareness of Iranian clinical nurses and midwives towards telenursing and telehealth also referred to as e-health.
METHODS
The cross-sectional study was conducted from February to August 2019 in Iran. Nurses and midwives were randomly recruited from hospitals affiliated with Mashhad University of Medical Sciences in Mashhad, Iran using a stratified cluster random sampling method. Data were collected using a reliable and valid Persian-language questionnaire consisting of 32 close-ended survey items to examine Internet/computer access, daily Internet use and awareness of and general attitude towards telehealth and telenursing; statistical analyses were performed.
RESULTS
A total of 523 nurses and midwives were included in this study (response rate: 94.4%). The mean age and duration of clinical practice were 33.36 ± 7.46 and 8.88 ± 6.73 years, respectively. The majority of participants recognised the definition of telenursing (66.7%) and telehealth (80.1%). A positive attitude towards telenursing and telehealth was reported by 73.0% of the participants. Clinical nurses and midwives with a master's degree were more aware of the definition of telehealth compared to those with undergraduate bachelor degrees ( = 0.03). Additionally, midwives significantly more frequently presented a positive attitude towards telehealth and telenursing compared to nurses (86.2% versus 71.2%; = 0.01).
CONCLUSION
The positive attitude of the current participants was an important factor in the promotion of telenursing and telehealth. The implementation of educational and infrastructure developmental programs can help speed up executional processes in these fields.
Topics: Attitude of Health Personnel; Cross-Sectional Studies; Female; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Humans; Iran; Male; Midwifery; Nurse Midwives; Nurses; Pregnancy; Telemedicine; Telenursing
PubMed: 33777423
DOI: 10.18295/squmj.2021.21.01.007 -
Transplantation Proceedings Dec 2023Studies about the knowledge of and attitude toward new lines of organ donation in a group of older people are important due to the increase in older organ donors.
INTRODUCTION
Studies about the knowledge of and attitude toward new lines of organ donation in a group of older people are important due to the increase in older organ donors.
OBJECTIVES
To analyze the attitude of citizens over 65 years of age in southeastern Spain toward controlled asystole donation (CAD) and to determine the psycho-social profile that influences this attitude.
METHODS
The study population consisted of citizens over 65 years of age. A representative sample was obtained in southeastern Spain (N = 420). A questionnaire about attitudes toward CAD was used, detailing in the questionnaire that this is a type of donation from people who have died of circulatory and respiratory criteria after the limitation of life support treatment. Several psychosocial variables were also taken into account. Statistical analysis included the χ test and multivariate analysis.
RESULTS
The completion rate was 84% (n = 351). Favorable attitude toward organ donation and transplantation (ODT) was 98% (n = 344) overall, and CAD was viewed favorably by 45% (n = 158). The psychosocial variables that influenced attitude toward CAD were mainly having received a talk about ODT (odds ratio [OR] 5.6), knowing the opinion of one's partner (OR 7.95), acceptance of cremation (OR 1.09), and acceptance of autopsy (OR 3.002).
CONCLUSIONS
The attitude of older people toward CAD is unfavorable despite a willingness to support ODT in general. This attitude is influenced by variables of social and family dialogue about ODT, attitude to body manipulation, and having received information about ODT.
Topics: Humans; Aged; Attitude; Organ Transplantation; Tissue and Organ Procurement; Tissue Donors; Surveys and Questionnaires; Spain; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
PubMed: 37775403
DOI: 10.1016/j.transproceed.2023.08.030 -
International Journal of Environmental... Jun 2021This study aimed to examine factors affecting radiation protection behaviors among emergency room nurses by assessing knowledge about radiation protection and attitude...
This study aimed to examine factors affecting radiation protection behaviors among emergency room nurses by assessing knowledge about radiation protection and attitude towards radiation protection, employing a cross-sectional design. Subjects were a convenience sample of 129 nurses working in the emergency rooms of three advanced general hospitals. Data were collected using self-report questionnaires and analyzed using -test, ANOVA, Pearson correlation coefficients, and multiple regression. There were significant relations between knowledge about radiation protection and attitude towards radiation protection (r = 0.34, < 0.001), knowledge about radiation protection and radiation protection behaviors (r = 0.37, < 0.001), and attitude towards radiation protection and radiation protection behaviors (r = 0.33, < 0.001). The factors affecting radiation protection behaviors were radiation protection knowledge (β = 0.12, = 0.045), attitude towards radiation protection (β = 0.17, = 0.009), the experience of radiation protection education (β = 0.27, < 0.001), and wearing of protective equipment (β = 0.29, < 0.001). The governments, hospital administrators, and radiation protection agencies should strengthen their radiation defense environment to protect emergency room nurses from radiation. Research and development of radiation defense equipment and the medical examination of emergency room nurses should be carried out, radiation defense behavior protocols should be developed, radiation defense education opportunities should be provided, and the use of defense equipment should be encouraged.
Topics: Attitude of Health Personnel; Cross-Sectional Studies; Emergency Service, Hospital; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Humans; Nurses; Nursing Staff, Hospital; Radiation Protection; Surveys and Questionnaires
PubMed: 34207672
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18126238 -
The Libyan Journal of Medicine Dec 2022The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among physicians and nurses at the American...
The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among physicians and nurses at the American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC) in Beirut, Lebanon. A web-based survey was emailed to 518 physicians and 423 registered nurses in all medical departments at AUBMC. Of the 94 physicians responding to the survey, 61% have never referred a patient to a CAM practitioner yet 33% reported that they would refer if available. Sixty-two percent of physicians believed that incorporating evidence-based CAM therapies will increase patient satisfaction and 66% thought that offering CAM would attract more patients. Of the 80 nurses who responded, 78.7% have never referred a patient to a CAM practitioner, yet half reported that they would likely refer if a CAM practitioner was available. Fifty-seven percent of nurses surveyed believed that offering CAM would attract more patients while 59% thought that it would increase patient satisfaction. Most nurses were uncomfortable counseling patients about CAM modalities. Favorable attitudes towards CAM were reflected by the physicians and nurses as signified by the above-average attitude means towards CAM (M = 4.01, SD = .16 and M = 3.25, SD = .59, respectively). The study findings demonstrate that despite the physicians' and nurses' limited knowledge and their discomfort in counseling on CAM, they expressed acceptability and willingness in using and incorporating CAM therapies into clinical practice at AUBMC. This is the first study conducted in Lebanon that assesses both nurses' and physicians' perspectives on the use of all CAM domains in general within the same healthcare setting. This study not only provides baseline data but also highlights the knowledge gap and learning needs among physicians and nurses with regards to CAM.
Topics: Academic Medical Centers; Attitude of Health Personnel; Complementary Therapies; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Humans; Physicians; Surveys and Questionnaires
PubMed: 35603591
DOI: 10.1080/19932820.2022.2071813 -
BMC Medical Education Oct 2022The prevalence of mental illness among medical students is high. A gap remains on what knowledge should be given to improve the attitudes and perceptions towards mental...
BACKGROUND
The prevalence of mental illness among medical students is high. A gap remains on what knowledge should be given to improve the attitudes and perceptions towards mental health. Despite the vast body of literature globally, no study has been conducted in Uganda to assess the levels of knowledge, attitude, and perception among medical students in Uganda.
OBJECTIVE
To determine the level of knowledge, attitude, and perception and their associated factors among medical students in Uganda.
METHODS
A cross-sectional study was done among 259 undergraduate medical students in a public university capturing information on knowledge, attitude, and perception towards mental health. Linear regression analysis was used to determine the factors associated with knowledge, attitude, and perception.
RESULTS
About 77.72% had high knowledge, 49.29% had positive attitudes, and 46.92% had good perceptions of mental health. There was a significant positive relationship between attitude and perceptions towards mental illness. At multilevel analysis, being in year 4 increased the level of knowledge (β = 1.50 [95% confidence interval (CI) = 0.46-2.54], p = 0.005) while a positive history of mental illness worsened perceptions towards mental illness (β = -4.23 [95% CI = -7.44-1.03], p = 0.010).
CONCLUSION
Medical students have a high level of knowledge about mental illness but the majority had poor attitudes and perceptions of mental illness. Exposure to psychiatry knowledge about mental illness in year four increased students' knowledge while prior experience with mental illness conditions was associated with poorer perceptions. The information present in this study can be used by policymakers and future researchers to design future studies and interventions to improve knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes especially among students who have a history of mental illness. Improvements in knowledge, attitude, and perception may improve the mental health services for the future patients of these medical students.
Topics: Humans; Students, Medical; Mental Health; Universities; Cross-Sectional Studies; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Uganda; Attitude of Health Personnel; Surveys and Questionnaires; Attitude; Mental Disorders
PubMed: 36266646
DOI: 10.1186/s12909-022-03774-0 -
International Journal of Environmental... Jan 2022This study examines strategies for improving the work attitude and mental health of airlines' "problem employees". Based on a review of previous studies, five different... (Review)
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This study examines strategies for improving the work attitude and mental health of airlines' "problem employees". Based on a review of previous studies, five different handling methods for problem employees were derived: (1) duty assignment according to ability, (2) confidence beliefs, (3) managerial coaching, (4) human understanding, and (5) mentor system. The study hypothesized that these five approaches influence employees' work attitudes, mental health, and job performance. To verify these hypotheses, empirical data were collected from 200 airline crew members. The analysis found that only three of the "five different handling methods of problem employees" positively influence job attitudes, mental health, and job performance: (1) duty assignment according to ability, (2) confidence beliefs, and (3) mentor system. In contrast, managerial coaching negatively impacted outcome variables. The study also found that the current handling approaches implemented in the industry have positive and negative outcomes on problem employees. Therefore, airline companies need to manage problem staff based on the findings of this study. Particularly, when conducting managerial coaching, supervisors should check employees' work attitude change status. Research implications, limitations, and future research directions are discussed.
Topics: Attitude; Humans; Mental Health; Work Performance
PubMed: 35055597
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19020768