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Moslem Hessam, Heydar Arash, Akram Sanagoo, Leyla Juybari,
Volume 0, Issue 0 (2-2008)
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Background and Objectives: Since the students are the most important part of university, their satisfaction with educational services is necessary to improve the quality of system. Electronic registration has initially been conducted since 2003 in Iranian universities; therefore, it is a necessity to carry out a research to explore the students view points.
Materials and Methods: We performed this descriptive study on 490 students. The instrument was a researcher made questionnaire that its validity and reliability were confirmed.
Results: Based on the study, the subjects' satisfaction is high (33.9%), moderate (59.8%), and low (6.3%). The students also ask for casier access to computer, further chance to do registration, high quality soft ware, friendly staff, and corporative advisors and no bureaucracy. Generally, studen s have excellent and satisfactory view.
Conclusion: the students as the actual users of education services are satisticd with electronic registration; therefore, every ellort should be made to promote the quality of Services.
Julius Olatade Maitanmi, Mary Fiyinfolowa Tanimowo, Bukola Titilope Maitanmi, Ogechukwu Emmanuel Okondu, Simeon Kayode Olubiyi, Yetunde Oluwafunmilayo Tola, Rafiat Tolulope Akinokun, Oluwadamilare Akingbade,
Volume 18, Issue 2 (7-2021)
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Background: Choosing the contraception method remains one of the most critical decisions made by women of reproductive age. Not only does this have a direct impact on women’s reproductive health, it also affects their social and economic well-being. This study was carried out to determine the factors affecting choice of contraceptives among women of reproductive age in Lagos State, Nigeria.
Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on 200 women aged 15-45 years who visited the family planning clinic at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital in Nigeria in 2019. The subjects were enrolled through a convenience sampling method. Data were collected using a demographic information form and a self-structured questionnaire on knowledge about family planning methods (n=9), the choice of contraceptives (n=8) and factors influencing the choice of family planning (n=15). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (frequency and percentage) and the Pearson correlation coefficient at significance level of 0.05.
Results: We found that 82.8% of the respondents had good knowledge about the contraceptives. The most commonly used methods of contraception were birth control pills (38.3%) and implants (36.1%), while the least commonly used methods were tubal ligation (29.4%) and withdrawal (29.4%). The choice of contraceptives was significantly correlated with level of knowledge (r=-0.564, P=0.001) and religion (r=-0.173, P=0.020) of the subjects.
Conclusion: The majority of women in the study area have good knowledge about contraceptives, and factors such as parity and fear of injury from contraceptives affect their choice of contraceptives. This study recommends implementation of extensive health education and counseling sessions to assist women in contraceptive decision making.
Olamide Olajumoke Afolalu, Oluwabusolami Esther Atekoja, Oluwadamilare Akingbade, Mrs Karimat Itunu Jolayemi, Zaccheus Opeyemi Oyewumi, Boluwatife Deborah Oyelabi, Semiu Opeyemi Adeyeye,
Volume 18, Issue 2 (7-2021)
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Background: Polypharmacy (PP) and inappropriate medication use (IMU) are issues that negatively affect the health care system. Despite nurses’ engagement and important role in prevention of drug-related issues, awareness regarding consequences of PP and IMU is relatively low. This study aimed to determine the knowledge and perception effects about PP and IMU among nurses in the Lautech teaching hospital, Osun state, Nigeria.
Methods: This descriptive, cross-sectional study was performed on 190 randomly selected nurses working at the Lautech teaching hospital (Osun state, Nigeria) in June 2020. Data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire. The reliability of the questionnaire was verified by obtaining a Cronbach alpha score of 0.77. Data analysis was done in SPSS 25 using descriptive statistics, the Chi-square test. All analyses were carried out at significance level of 0.05.
Results: The findings revealed that most nurses (84.2%) had good knowledge about PP. In addition, 93.2% of the nurses claimed that IMU should be entirely avoided. According to the nurses, the most important perceived effect of PP and IMU was adverse drug reactions (57.9%). There was a significant relationship between nurses level of educational and knowledge of PP (χ2=12.095, P=0.002). Moreover, there was a positive correlation between the respondents’ age and knowledge of PP (r=0.204, P=0.016). There was also a significant negative correlation between the nurses' knowledge and perceived effect of PP and IMU (r=0.605, P<0.001).
Conclusion: The results indicate that the nurses working at the study setting possess good knowledge of PP and IMU. Educational programs such as seminars and workshops are essential for translating this information into routine nursing care.
Olayinka Oluseyi Ajao, Olamide Olajumoke Afolalu, Ganiyat Adeniran, Stephen Gbadebo Olawale, Mrs Rukayat Agboola-Bello,
Volume 20, Issue 1 (4-2023)
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Background: Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has played a crucial role in minimizing the worldwide impact of HIV infection. Numerous HIV patients face challenges in adhering to their treatment due to various physical, social, and psychological factors. This study aimed to explore the correlation between psychosocial stress and treatment adherence among HIV/AIDS patients at a hospital in Nigeria.
Methods: In this study, a descriptive analytical design was utilized to select (n=171) HIV-infected clients attending the virology clinic at Uniosun Teaching Hospital (UTH). Convenient sampling was employed to choose participants from a total monthly population of 271 patients who visit the clinic. Data collection was performed using a questionnaire consisting of four sections and 57 items. Descriptive and inferential statistics, such as the Chi-square test and correlation analysis, were employed to present and analyze the data.
Results: A significant proportion (61.4%) of the patients experienced a moderate level of stress. The most notable sources of stress reported by patients were the need for HIV status disclosure (71.9%) and rejection from family and friends (66.7%). Rejections by friends and family, stigma and discrimination, social and economic challenges, as well as antiretroviral therapy showed a significant association with HIV-related stress (p < 0.001). Furthermore, a significant inverse correlation was found between psychosocial stress and treatment adherence (r = -0.705, p < 0.001).
Conclusion: Individuals living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) face significant levels of stress and often encounter rejection and stigma. It is crucial for healthcare professionals to establish comprehensive support services aimed at alleviating the stress experienced by these patients and reducing the obstacles they face. Such measures will ultimately enhance treatment compliance and overall well-being.
Tayebe Ziaei , Elham Khoori , Judith N Lasker ,
Volume 20, Issue 2 (10-2023)
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Letter to the Editor
Julia Król, Oliwia Makowska, Aleksandra Ciurzyńska, Jakub Zblewski,
Volume 21, Issue 2 (6-2024)
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Olamide O Afolalu , Peter A Adebiyi, Oluwaseyi A Akpor , Kamoru A Adesina , Scholastica O Makinde , Stephen G Olawale, Juliet I. Adegoke , Temitope F Adekomi, Roseline O Folami ,
Volume 22, Issue 1 (3-2025)
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Background: Since the discovery of sickle cell disease (SCD) in the early 1990s, enormous strides have been made to reduce its global spread. More studies have focused on the management of SCD complications, with little or no information on how nurses cope with the care of hospitalized patients. This study aimed to assess the challenges nurses face in managing SCD and associated factors at Osun State University Teaching Hospital, Osogbo, Nigeria.
Methods: This cross-sectional survey study was conducted to elicit responses from 215 nurses selected through a simple random sampling technique between August and October 2022. A structured, validated questionnaire consisting of 31 items served as an instrument for data collection. Data were analyzed using SPSS. Inferential statistical analyses, including Chi-square test, independent samples t-test, and one-way ANOVA with post hoc multiple comparison tests, were conducted.
Results: Among the participants, 167 (77.7%) were female, with a mean age of 24.3 ± 0.94 years. The majority, 81 (37.7%), of the participants were aged between 31 and 40 years. The most significant challenge to SCD management was addiction to opioids and other analgesics, 174 (80.9%), while the least experienced challenge was patient signing out against medical advice 180 (83.7%). The majority of the participants, 194 (90.2%), stated that lack of financial resources to initiate treatment was the most significant factor associated with the challenges experienced in managing these patients. Significant associations were found between challenges of SCD management and the age of the nurses (P = 0.038), years of work experience (P = 0.011), and the level of professional education of the nurses (P = 0.002).
Conclusion: The administration of care for patients with SCD is hindered by multiple factors, which necessitates further investigation into the long-term impacts of educational background and job experience of nurses in the delivery of care to patients with SCD.
Eny Dorea , Luana de Almeida Juca , Clisangela Lago Santos , Valdecyr Herdy Alves , Sheley Borges Gadelha de Lima ,
Volume 22, Issue 1 (3-2025)
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Background: The standards for the care of women and newborns are a collaborative plan of care based on the prioritization of diagnoses, problems, health issues, and mutually established goals, involving the interprofessional team, the patient, their supportive network, or community. Thus, it is crucial to develop a plan of care and implement it in this field to promote the health of women and newborns. This study aims to develop and validate a clinical protocol modeled on the nursing process for implementation in a Normal Birth Center (NBC) in Brazil.
Methods: This methodological study with a qualitative approach was developed in four distinct phases: scoping reviews, qualitative discussions with nurses, and the construction and validation of the protocol.
Results: The scoping review on diagnoses yielded 26 nursing diagnoses. The scoping review on interventions underscored the significance of employing non-pharmacological techniques for pain relief and maternal and neonatal care, highlighting the importance of providing physical and emotional support to women and their babies. The clinical protocol was developed utilizing the minimum nursing dataset, correlating with the 35 evaluated diagnoses in consultations with nurses, and integrating interventions and linkages from NANDA-NIC-NOC. 10 nursing experts validated the protocol.
Conclusion: The clinical protocol will be implemented in an NBC to enhance nursing care for pregnant women and neonates. Additionally, it is anticipated that this study will stimulate the development of new research on the topic, linking various contributions to the field of obstetric nursing and increasing awareness of its value through individualized, targeted diagnoses, interventions, and activities.
Djoko Priyono, Sukarni Sukarni, Hye Jin Ju, Min-Song Kim, Ainun Najib Febrya Rahman, Haryati Septiani,
Volume 23, Issue 2 (6-2026)
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Background: Self-rated health (SRH) is a validated subjective measure that reflects not only the burden of chronic disease but also socioeconomic and psychological determinants associated with mortality. However, the direct relationship between SRH and current depressive symptoms among Korean adults with diabetes remains insufficiently characterized. This study aimed to determine the association between SRH and current depressive symptoms among Korean adults with diabetes.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using secondary data from the 2020 Korea Health Panel Survey (KHPS). The analytical sample comprised 1510 adults with confirmed diabetes mellitus. The primary outcome, current depressive symptoms, was assessed using a single yes/no item. The main independent variable, self-rated health, was measured using a single-item question and categorized as either poor or good health. Both measures were obtained from the KHPS and analyzed as dichotomous variables. Additional covariates included sociodemographic and clinical or behavioral factors. Statistical analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics version 26.0. Binary logistic regression was used to estimate adjusted odds ratios (aORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for factors associated with current depressive symptoms.
Results: Among the 1,510 participants, 551 (36.5%) reported poor self-rated health, and 174 (11.5%) exhibited current depressive symptoms. A significant association was observed between these primary variables; poor SRH was a robust factor independently associated with current depression (Adjusted odds ratio [aOR]=2.16; 95%CI:1.35-3.46; p=0.001). In the fully adjusted regression model, the strongest covariate associated with depressive symptoms was anxiety (aOR=33.67; 95% CI: 19.50-58.15; p < 0.001), followed by suicidal ideation (aOR=3.78; 95% CI: 2.10-6.82; p < 0.001) and high perceived stress (aOR=2.61; 95%CI:1.63-4.15; p < 0.001). Conversely, employment emerged as a significant protective factor against depression (aOR=0.41; 95%CI:0.25-0.68; p<0.001). The adjusted model demonstrated excellent discriminatory capacity (AUC = 0.890; 95% CI:0.862-0.918) and explained 50.7% of the variance in depressive symptoms (Nagelkerke R²=0.507).
Conclusion: Poor SRH is a significant independent factor associated with current depression among Korean adults with diabetes. Subjective health perception should be recognized as a key marker of psychological risk. Routine SRH assessment should be integrated into diabetes care to facilitate the early identification of depression and enable timely psychosocial intervention.
