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Community perceptions towards children living with albinism in Africa: An integrative review.

BACKGROUND: Community perceptions of children with albinism often influence their inclusion, safety and access to education, violating their basic human rights. Children with albinism in Africa encounter social challenges because of myths, superstitions and discrimination because of a lack of knowledge about albinism, making it difficult for the mother who has given birth to a child with albinism. OBJECTIVES: To synthesise the existing literature on community perceptions of children with albinism in Africa. METHOD: An integrative review process was used, which involved five steps to review t…

Perceptions of female age, health and attractiveness vary with systematic hair manipulations.

OBJECTIVE: Research on female facial attractiveness has focused on the effects of face shape and skin condition. Few studies have investigated the impact of hair on assessments of female attractiveness. Research using images of computer-generated (rendered) hair has demonstrated that subtle variations in hair thickness, density and style affect perceptions of female age, health and attractiveness. METHOD: The current study consisted of two experiments in which non-expert female panellists viewed distinct expressions of specific hair features and judged them for age, health and attractiveness.…

Изучение восприятия физической активности лиц, недавно диагностированных с множественным склерозом.

Справочная информация: Физическая активность имеет важное значение для повышения качества жизни лиц с множественным склерозом (МС). Вместе с тем имеются лишь ограниченные данные об уникальных барьерах, с которыми лица, недавно диагностированные с помощью MS, сталкиваются. Цель этого качественного исследования состоит в том, чтобы понять взгляды лиц, недавно диагностировавших НР, на физическую активность. Методы: Было проведено четыре целевых группы с лицами, недавно диагностировавшими НР (n = 12). Участникам были заданы открытые вопросы, связанные с барьерами и посредниками физической активнос

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… Findings from our study underscore the significant role that pre-diagnosis perceptions of PA play in shaping subsequent PA behaviors. … First, the small sample size limits the generalizability of our findings, as the perceptions of our sample may not fully represent the broader population. …

Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Perceptions of Brazilian Dentists About Oral Cancer.

Dentists play a pivotal role in the early detection of oral cancer. Consequently, they are expected to possess the knowledge and the capability to recognize the features of this disease. The objective of the study is to evaluate dentists from different regions of Brazil regarding their level of knowledge and self-confidence regarding oral cancer. An online self-administered questionnaire was completed by dentists across Brazil registered on the TelessaúdeRS-UFRGS platform. This questionnaire encompassed inquiries related to knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding oral cancer. A total of

Nurse anesthetists' perceptions and experiences of managing emergence delirium: A qualitative study.

BACKGROUND: This study employs a descriptive phenomenological approach to investigate the challenges anesthesia nurses face in managing emergence delirium (ED), a common and complex postoperative complication in the post-anesthesia care unit. The role of nurses in managing ED is critical, yet research on their understanding and management strategies for ED is lacking. AIM: To investigate anesthetic nurses' cognition and management experiences of ED in hopes of developing a standardized management protocol. METHODS: This study employed a descriptive phenomenological approach from qualitative

Nurses' Perceptions of Psychedelics to Address Mental Health Problems in the United States.

OBJECTIVE: To explore nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and perceived social norms about psychedelic use to address mental health conditions. METHODS: Data were collected through an anonymous e-survey of Minnesota registered nurses, advanced practice registered nurses, and psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners in Spring 2023; the pool was randomly selected from the Minnesota Board of Nursing registry. RESULTS: A total of 1133 nurses completed the survey. Respondents were generally demographically representative of Minnesota nurses. Nurses exhibited mixed attitudes toward psychedelic decr

Perceptions of and Experiences in a Clinical Externship Program During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

The clinical externship program for nursing students was developed and implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic at a multi-site healthcare o … re setting. A qualitative study design was employed using semi-structured interviews to explore the perceptions and experiences of the clinical externs (CEs), the extern mentor coordinators and the unit managers involved in the program. Five major themes emerged from the study, including the importance of orientation and the need for increased role clarity. …

The effect of nomophobic behaviors among nurses on their clinical decision-making perceptions.

AIM: This study aimed to explore the impact of nomophobic behaviors among hospital nurses on their clinical decision-making perceptions. This understanding can offer insights to enhance the work environment, improve the clinical decision-making ability of nurses and guide medical institutions in the management of related equipment and policy development. BACKGROUND: The term "nomophobia" refers to the anxiety and fear individuals experience when they cannot use their smartphones or when smartphones are not accessible. Nursing clinical decision-making is a complex process, including a meticulo…

Perceptions of Telemedicine Among Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Patients and Healthcare Providers.

OBJECTIVE: Our purpose was to assess perceptions of telemedicine among physical medicine and rehabilitation patients and healthcare providers. DESIGN: A 28-question online survey was conducted. Patients had to be 18 yrs or older who used telemedicine for a physical medicine and rehabilitation visit. Providers had to be a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation provider who has used telemedicine in their practice. RESULTS: Sixty-eight patients and 46 providers completed the survey. Patients and providers reported an intention to continue using telemedicine, regardless of insuranc…

Australian parents' perceptions of the risks posed by harmful products to the health of children.

Cigarettes, alcohol, vaping and gambling products can cause significant harm to children and young people. The industries that make these products employ a range of tactics that aim to normalize their products and resist policy and regulatory reform. This includes 'responsibility' framing, in which parents are often held responsible for educating their children about the risks of these products. However, there has been very little research, which has investigated parents' perceptions of these industries. A qualitatively led online panel survey was conducted with n = 455 Australian parents who …

Perceptions of Therapeutic Climbing for Patients with Multiple Sclerosis in Neurorehabilitation: A Qualitative Study.

BackgroundTherapeutic climbing (TC) has emerged as a prospective rehabilitation approach for individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). The existing literature primarily focuses on the physical and psychological benefits of TC across diverse populations but is limited concerning its application and efficacy for patients with MS.ObjectivesThis study aimed to delineate the experiences, subjective effects, and perceptions of both individuals with MS and therapists regarding TC, highlighting the potential benefits and challenges of this therapeutic approach.MethodsUsing a qualitative design, semi-s…

The misuse of codeine containing medicines: Perceptions and behaviours of qualified pharmacy professionals.

BACKGROUND: Pharmacy professionals working in community pharmacies frequently provide pharmacist-initiated therapy, including codeine-containing medicines. Codeine is an opioid with great potential for misuse, adding to the global opioid epidemic burden. Professional pharmacy personnel are the first intervention point in relation to management of codeine use. This study highlights the importance of pharmacy professionals' perceptions and behaviours in combatting the opioid epidemic. METHODS: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted. Simple random sampling included pharmacy profession…

Patient Perceptions of Hepatitis C Screening and Diagnosis While in a County Jail.

Prior research in the Santa Clara County (SCC) Jail showed that knowledge of hepatitis C virus (HCV), perception of risk, and perceived coercion impacted participation in routine HCV screening; however, the experiences of patients undergoing screening were not assessed. The purpose of the study was to understand patient perceptions of undergoing routine viral hepatitis screening and receiving a diagnosis of HCV while incarcerated. A qualitative design was employed using semi-structured interviews of individuals newly diagnosed with HCV via routine screening in the SCC Jail between March and No…

The elderly population's social networks and HIV perceptions: Evidence from China.

BACKGROUND: Previous studies have found that people with low participation in social activities and living alone were prone to have risky se … ehavior of the elderly population is more difficult to measure, so the intermediate variable of HIV perceptions was used instead of the sexual behavioral variable. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was conducted in July to September 2023 among the elderly aged ≥ 50 years in China to measure the social networks with the Social Support Rate Scale (SSRS) and to …

Adolescents' perceptions of using likes, comments, and other reactions-A qualitative investigation.

With the majority of young people using social media as a primary form of communication with friends and family, it is becoming increasingly important to understand how adolescents perceive their own and others' online behaviour. Participants (N = 34) aged 11-15 years took part in focus group discussions exploring their perceptions of the communication intentions of using online interpersonal feedback, specifically the use of 'reactions' (e.g., likes and comments). A thematic analysis of the transcripts indicated that young people are using social media reactions to (i) form and maintain impre…

Perceptions of Children and Caregivers Regarding Asthma and Its Pharmacotherapy: A Qualitative Study.

Asthma, when untreated, may lead to serious implications, especially in the pediatric population. Understanding the perceptions and needs of children and their caregivers may optimize asthma management. This study was aimed to analyze the perceptions of children and their caregivers regarding asthma and its pharmacotherapy. This is a qualitative study using 2 focus groups. We use the Bardin's content analysis. Three researchers made data cross-validation. As for results, the first focus group comprised 7 children who had uncontrolled asthma. The second group comprised 7 caregivers who were the…

Intensive care nurses' perceptions and awareness of delirium and delirium prevention guidelines.

BACKGROUND: Delirium is an acute and fluctuating disturbance of cognition and is a common occurrence in critically ill patients. It is a man … irium often goes unrecognized, with unwarranted consequences. AIMS: The study aimed to explore the perception of delirium among ICU nurses, and the extent of their awareness about guidelines to assess and prevent delirium in ICU patients. It also sought to understand the application of delirium guidelines in ICU practice. STUDY DESIGN: A quantitative, expl …

Barriers to pregnancy prevention for adolescents in rural Haiti: perceptions of healthcare providers.

BACKGROUND: Little is known about healthcare providers' (HCPs) contraceptive views for adolescents in Haiti, who experience high rates of un … Behavior constructs: attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control (e.g., people's perceptions of their ability to perform a given behavior, barriers and facilitators of a behavior).15-17 We used descriptive statistics to report proportions and responses to Likert scale and multiple-choice questions. Guided by content analysis, we analyzed i …

Prospective Assessment of Safety, Tolerance, and Perceptions of Awake Airway and Esophageal Dilation.

OBJECTIVE: An increasing number of laryngeal and esophageal procedures are being performed as "awake" procedures (non-general anesthesia), w … nt and physician surveys from a tertiary laryngology center recorded patient tolerance, safety, and perceptions of awake UE and LTA balloon dilation. RESULTS: Fifty-six awake procedures were performed on 41 patients, including 46 UE and 20 LTA dilations. All procedures were successfully completed. Overall pain was mild (3.5 ± 2.4/10, ranging 0 = no pain to1 …

Patient perceptions of remote patient monitoring program for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.

PURPOSE: The utilization of remote patient monitoring (RPM) with home blood pressure monitoring has shown improvement in blood pressure control and adherence with follow-up visits. Patient perceptions regarding its use in the obstetric population have not been widely studied. The aim of this study was to assess patients' knowledge about hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and perceptions and satisfaction of the RPM program. METHODS: Descriptive analysis of survey responses of patients with PPHTN enrolled into the RPM program for 6 weeks after delivery between October 2021 and April 2022. Surv…