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Journal of Professional Nursing :... 2021Nurses are the key professionals in the introduction, implementation, and use of technology in clinical practice. A lack of technical expertise and technological... (Review)
Review
BACKGROUND
Nurses are the key professionals in the introduction, implementation, and use of technology in clinical practice. A lack of technical expertise and technological understanding poses a challenge to the quality of health services and possibly to the safety, dignity, and quality of life of patients. Therefore, possessing technological literacy upon completing nursing baccalaureate studies is essential. However, no previous scoping review has mapped the existing studies of technological literacy in nursing education.
OBJECTIVES
To map and assess the published studies on technological literacy in nursing education and to identify how educational institutions operationalize, teach, measure, and maintain students' technological literacy throughout their educational programs.
DESIGN
A scoping review was conducted using the methodological framework of Arksey and O'Malley. The reporting was guided by the PRISMA extension for Scoping Reviews.
METHODS
A comprehensive systematic search of the MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsycINFO, ERIC, and CINAHL was performed for studies published from January 2008 through March 2020. Two authors independently assessed eligibility and extracted data. The reference lists of the included studies were also examined.
RESULTS
The review included 28 papers from 27 studies. Three thematic groupings with their respective subgroups were identified among the included papers: 1) the acquisition (simulated electronic documentation, diversified learning methods, and evaluation learning focus), 2) the measurement (digital/computer literacy/competence, nursing informatics competence, technology acceptance, and students' interests and preferences in technology), and 3) the maintenance (follow-up evaluation) of technological knowledge and skills.
CONCLUSIONS
Pedagogical models designed to teach an entire process for the acquisition, measurement, and maintenance of technological literacy are lacking. Studies are needed that bring technological competencies to a higher level, including problem-solving and critical thinking. Educators' competencies should be enhanced. Educational institutions need to ensure the readiness of future nurses for a technology-enriched environment by providing the necessary knowledge in technological literacy. "TWEETABLE ABSTRACT": Due to the importance of technological literacy to the nursing profession, educational institutions must ensure that it is taught to nursing students.
Topics: Education, Nursing; Humans; Literacy; Quality of Life; Students, Nursing; Technology
PubMed: 33867086
DOI: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2021.01.008 -
Perspectives on Medical Education Aug 2020
Topics: Feedback; Literacy; Medicine; Social Behavior
PubMed: 32632669
DOI: 10.1007/s40037-020-00599-9 -
Advances in Physiology Education Dec 2021The field of neuroscience has made notable strides that have contributed to progress and change in a number of academic pursuits. However, the lack of understanding of...
The field of neuroscience has made notable strides that have contributed to progress and change in a number of academic pursuits. However, the lack of understanding of basic neuroscience concepts among the general public is likely to hinder, and in some instances possibly even prevent, the appropriate application of scientific advancements to issues facing society today. Greater neuroscience literacy among the general public is necessary for the benefits of neuroscientific discovery to be fully realized. By actively enhancing neuroscience literacy, scientists can dispel falsehoods established by early research that harmed underrepresented communities, ensure that public conversations concerning neuroscience (e.g., legalization of psychotropic substances) revolve around facts, and empower individuals to make better health decisions. The widespread implementation of communication technologies and various forms of media indicate there are numerous means to engage classroom learners across disciplines and age cohorts and the public to increase neuroscience knowledge. Thus, it is not only necessary but timely that neuroscientists seek meaningful ways to bridge the widening knowledge gap with the public.
Topics: Communication; Humans; Knowledge; Literacy; Neurosciences
PubMed: 34529541
DOI: 10.1152/advan.00073.2021 -
Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer... Nov 2023This study aimed to evaluate CRC screening literacy and to determine the association between demographic characteristics and levels of CRC screening literacy and...
OBJECTIVE
This study aimed to evaluate CRC screening literacy and to determine the association between demographic characteristics and levels of CRC screening literacy and facilitators motivating participation.
METHODS
This cross-sectional study was carried out with 1,272 Thai citizens aged 50-70 years consenting to complete the screening protocol. Data were collected at the final visit by a self-reported questionnaire which was developed and validated using I-CVI=1. Difficulty of CRC screening knowledge dimension was tested by KR20, Cronbach's alpha 0.49.
RESULTS
The majority of participants, 834 (65.6%) had sufficient CRC screening literacy and association between characteristics and levels of CRC screening literacy was not different. Comparing between characteristics and facilitators showed significant differences in trusting healthcare providers, perceiving harmless procedures, having constipation and time available. By married and own income participants exhibited lower trust in healthcare providers, 68% (OR 0.32, 95%CI 0.14 - 0.73) and 59% (OR 0.41, 95%CI 0.19 - 0.95), respectively. Married individuals perceived the procedures of screening involved higher harm, 32% (OR 0.68, 95%CI 0.45 - 0.99). Female and age over 60 with constipation constituted higher screening, 1.9 fold (OR 1.93, 95%CI 1.44 - 2.60) and 1.4 fold (OR 1.44, 95%CI 1.09 - 1.90). Though time available, age over 60 was lower screening 56% (OR 0.44, 95%CI 0.24 - 0.80), while own income and income more than 30,000 THB/month participants constituted higher screening 15 fold (OR 15.14, 95%CI 4.72 - 48.56) and 2.5 fold (OR 2.50, 95%CI 1.50 - 4.18), respectively.
CONCLUSION
CRC screening literacy of participants was high. The association between characteristics and CRC screening literacy levels did not differ while characteristics and facilitators differed in some aspects. The free program promoted CRC screening equity; however, multilevel facilitators must be concerned, prioritized and intervened to motivate participation.
Topics: Humans; Female; Early Detection of Cancer; Thailand; Cross-Sectional Studies; Literacy; Neoplasms; Constipation
PubMed: 38019247
DOI: 10.31557/APJCP.2023.24.11.3883 -
Nutrients Oct 2021Although the negative effect of social media use among youth on body image and eating concerns has been established, few classroom-based resources that can decrease... (Randomized Controlled Trial)
Randomized Controlled Trial
Although the negative effect of social media use among youth on body image and eating concerns has been established, few classroom-based resources that can decrease these effects through targeting social media literacy skills have been developed. This study aimed to test the efficacy of SoMe, a social media literacy body image, dieting, and wellbeing program for adolescents, through a cluster randomized controlled trial. Participants ( = 892; M = 12.77, = 0.74; range 11-15; 49.5% male) were randomized by school ( 8) to receive either weekly SoMe ( = 483) or control sessions (lessons as usual; 409) over 4 weeks in their classroom. Participants completed surveys at four timepoints (baseline, 1-week post-intervention, and 6- and 12-month follow-up) assessing body dissatisfaction, dietary restraint, strategies to increase muscles (primary outcomes), self-esteem and depressive symptoms (secondary outcomes), and internalization of appearance ideals and appearance comparison (exploratory outcomes). Modest positive intervention effects were found in dietary restraint and depressive symptoms at 6-month follow-up in girls but few positive effects emerged for boys. The findings provide only preliminary support for a social media literacy intervention, but suggest the usefulness of both identifying those who benefit most from a universally delivered intervention and the need to refine the intervention to maximize intervention effects.
Topics: Adolescent; Body Dissatisfaction; Body Image; Child; Cluster Analysis; Depression; Diet; Feeding Behavior; Feeding and Eating Disorders; Female; Humans; Internet-Based Intervention; Literacy; Male; School Health Services; Self Concept; Social Media; Students; Surveys and Questionnaires
PubMed: 34836084
DOI: 10.3390/nu13113825 -
Human Genomics Oct 2021Pharmacists play a unique role in integrating genomic medicine and pharmacogenomics into the clinical practice and to translate pharmacogenomics from bench to bedside....
BACKGROUND
Pharmacists play a unique role in integrating genomic medicine and pharmacogenomics into the clinical practice and to translate pharmacogenomics from bench to bedside. However, the literature suggests that the knowledge gap in pharmacogenomics is a major challenge; therefore, developing pharmacists' skills and literacy to achieve this anticipated role is highly important. We aim to conceptualize a personalized literacy framework for the adoption of genomic medicine and pharmacogenomics by pharmacists in the United Arab Emirates with possible regional and global relevance.
RESULTS
A qualitative approach using focus groups was used to design and to guide the development of a pharmacogenomics literacy framework. The Health Literacy Skills framework was used as a guide to conceptualize the pharmacogenomics literacy for pharmacists. The framework included six major components with specific suggested factors to improve pharmacists' pharmacogenomics literacy. Major components include individual inputs, demand, skills, knowledge, attitude and sociocultural factors.
CONCLUSION
This framework confirms a holistic bottom-up approach toward the implementation of pharmacogenomics. Personalized medicine entails personalized efforts and frameworks. Similar framework can be created for other healthcare providers, patients and stakeholders.
Topics: Genomics; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Humans; Literacy; Pharmacists; Pharmacogenetics
PubMed: 34656176
DOI: 10.1186/s40246-021-00361-0 -
Seminars in Speech and Language Jan 2023The purpose of this scoping review was to describe the existent research on language and literacy strategies for Indigenous children and to establish the strength of... (Review)
Review
The purpose of this scoping review was to describe the existent research on language and literacy strategies for Indigenous children and to establish the strength of strategies described. A scoping review was conducted to locate existent studies that described language and literacy interventions used with Indigenous children. The following electronic databases were searched: PsycINFO, ERIC, CINAHL Complete, Academic Search Premier, Education Source, and ASHAWire. Articles were managed and analyzed using Covidence, a web-based program for review research. Results were charted and a preliminary evidence map was created. Forty sources were identified that described language and literacy strategies for Indigenous children. Strength of strategy coding revealed 5 sources had compelling strength, 5 had promising strength, and 30 had lacking strength. Overall, there remains limited research describing language and literacy strategies for Indigenous children. A preliminary evidence map was created to chart each strategy and sources that included the strategy, and to indicate the highest strategy strength observed across sources. A discussion of compelling strategies as well as strategies that may be culturally responsive is provided.
Topics: Child; Humans; Literacy; Language
PubMed: 36649703
DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1758802 -
PloS One 2021The aim of this study is to investigate the association between financial literacy and age as well as gender differences in financial literacy.
OBJECTIVE
The aim of this study is to investigate the association between financial literacy and age as well as gender differences in financial literacy.
METHODS
We analyse a sample of 25,000 individuals from 'The Financial Literacy Survey 2016' conducted by the Central Council for Financial Services Information (Bank of Japan). The analysis focuses on the relationship of age and financial literacy as well as that of age and self-rated financial knowledge. To consider factors accounting for gender differences in financial literacy, we use the Blinder-Oaxaca decomposition method. To further our understanding of financial literacy, we conduct additional analyses on financial behaviour and attitude.
RESULTS
Although age is associated with increased financial literacy (Men, β: 0.249, standard error [SE]: 0.030; Women, 0.354, SE: 0.026), the growth rate decreases among the older respondents (Men, β: -0.002, SE: 0.000; Women, -0.003, SE: 0.000). However, the association between age and self-rated financial knowledge among men moves in the opposite direction (Age, β: -0.021, SE: 0.009, Age2, β: 0.000, SE: 0.000). Furthermore, female respondents are likely to be less financially literate than their male counterparts (β: -0.586, SE: 0.095) due to gender differences in the distribution of the factors that affect financial literacy (specifically education), their responses to financial literacy, and the interactions of these effects. In contrast to knowledge-based financial literacy, financial behaviour and attitudes among women are more preferable to those among men, namely, more premeditated.
CONCLUSION
Financial literacy increases until about one's early 60s, after which it declines, while confidence in financial literacy reflects the inverse trend, especially among men. Additionally, men are more financially literate than women; however, these differences could be mitigated through education. Meanwhile, financial behaviour and attitudes among men are less premeditated. Thus, policies are needed that can help older adults with their financial decision-making, enhance women's financial literacy, and improve men's financial behaviours and attitudes.
Topics: Aged; Humans; Japan; Literacy
PubMed: 34788283
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0259393 -
Brain and Behavior Jan 2022Increased suicide literacy and reduced stigma toward suicide facilitate the care-seeking for suicidal behavior. However, no attempt has been identified to determine...
BACKGROUND
Increased suicide literacy and reduced stigma toward suicide facilitate the care-seeking for suicidal behavior. However, no attempt has been identified to determine these two vital aspects in Bangladesh.
OBJECTIVES
We aimed to validate the literacy of suicide scale and stigma of suicide scale into Bangla along with the determination of the level of suicide literacy and stigma toward suicide.
METHODS
We conducted this study between April and June 2021. Data were collected from medical school and university students by Google form. We used a questionnaire consisting of four segments (i.e., sociodemographic questionnaire, a questionnaire for suicidal behavior, Bangla literacy of suicide scale [LOSS-B], and Bangla stigma of suicide scale [SOSS-B]) for data collection. We tested the psychometric properties of the scales in a sample of 529 students and examined factors associated with suicide stigma and literacy.
RESULTS
The mean age of the students was 22.61 ± 1.68 (range 18-27) years, 274 (51.8%) were males, 476 (89.9%) were graduate students, and 490 (92.6%) were unmarried. The mean score of LOSS was 4.27 ± 1.99 ranging from 0 to 10. Factor analysis revealed acceptable psychometric properties of SOSS-B. The literacy was significantly higher in females, students of medicine, having a family history of suicidal attempts, and a history of student nonfatal attempts, while stigma was significantly lower among the females and a history of past attempts.
CONCLUSIONS
This study revealed the level of literacy and stigma and culturally tested the psychometric properties of the LOSS-B and SOSS-B among university students in Bangladesh.
Topics: Adolescent; Adult; Bangladesh; Female; Humans; Literacy; Male; Students; Suicide; Surveys and Questionnaires; Universities; Young Adult
PubMed: 34856071
DOI: 10.1002/brb3.2432 -
International Journal of Environmental... Aug 2022Improving food and nutrition literacy is fundamental to tackling the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region's enormous challenges, including malnutrition and food... (Review)
Review
BACKGROUND
Improving food and nutrition literacy is fundamental to tackling the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region's enormous challenges, including malnutrition and food insecurity. To direct initiatives, it is crucial to assess the region's food and nutrition literacy. Thus, we aimed to review studies on food/nutrition literacy status in the MENA countries and illuminate the region's research gaps in these areas, in terms of assessment, policy, and program implementation.
METHODS
PubMed and Google Scholar databases were searched between 18 December and 8 May 2022, to identify relevant articles published up to 2022 in the MENA region.
RESULTS
Twelve studies were included in this review. Lebanon, Palestine, and Iran are the only three MENA countries where nutrition and/or food literacy were assessed. People in these countries mostly had inadequate food and/or nutrition literacy levels, especially in the skills rather than the cognitive domain. Food and/or nutrition literacy showed associations with food habits, food-label use, food-consumption patterns, school performance, food security, dietary diversity, and nutrient adequacy. The MENA countries developed no policies or programs to address food and nutrition literacy.
CONCLUSION
This review is a wake-up call for researchers and policymakers to develop a robust approach to combat food and nutrition literacy concerns in the MENA region.
Topics: Administrative Personnel; Africa, Northern; Humans; Lebanon; Literacy; Nutritional Status
PubMed: 36011837
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191610190