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Factors Influencing The Utilization Of Antenatal Care, Institutional Delivery, And Postnatal Care Services Among Women In Bangladesh, Akibul Islam Chowdhury, Mohammad Asadul Habib, Tanjina Rahman
Factors Influencing The Utilization Of Antenatal Care, Institutional Delivery, And Postnatal Care Services Among Women In Bangladesh, Akibul Islam Chowdhury, Mohammad Asadul Habib, Tanjina Rahman
Makara Journal of Health Research
Background: In Bangladesh, the utilization of maternal health services is low, which triggers pregnancy-related complications and maternal deaths. The current community-based cross-sectional study aims to evaluate the factors associated with antenatal care (ANC), institutional delivery, and postnatal care (PNC) service utilization among women in selected areas of Southwest Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Methods: The study was carried out among 391 mothers from rural and urban areas. Data were collected using a standard questionnaire. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to identify the significant determinants associated with maternity care service utilization.
Results: Result shows that approximately 65%, 71%, and 72% …
A Cross-Sectional Study Of Nurses’ Perception Toward Utilization And Barriers Of Electronic Health Record, Mohammad Alboliteeh
A Cross-Sectional Study Of Nurses’ Perception Toward Utilization And Barriers Of Electronic Health Record, Mohammad Alboliteeh
Makara Journal of Health Research
Background: The utilization of electronic health records (EHRs) is crucial. This study aimed to determine the perception of nurses on the utilization and barriers to the use of EHRs.
Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study on 327 participants was conducted at the government hospitals of Hail City that use EHRs. Data collection was conducted between March and April 2022. The adapted questionnaire was used to collect the data.
Results: Nurses perceived EHRs as useful (5.76 ± 1.71), easy to use (4.74 ± 1.56), and intend to use (5.85 ± 1.81). Sex had no effect on perceived usefulness ( …
Evaluation Of Internalized Stigma And Quality Of Life Of Patients With Psoriasis, Bedriye Cansu Demirkiran, Emine Kiyak
Evaluation Of Internalized Stigma And Quality Of Life Of Patients With Psoriasis, Bedriye Cansu Demirkiran, Emine Kiyak
Makara Journal of Health Research
Background: Internalized stigma is defined as individuals’ acceptance of negative stereotypes created by society and then their alienation from society. Psoriasis is a dermatological disease that affects the quality of life. The study evaluated the internalized stigma and quality of life of patients diagnosed with psoriasis.
Methods: This cross sectional study enrolled 222 patients. Data were collected using the internalized stigma scale and the dermatology life quality index questionnaires. Data were analyzed using the Cronbach’s alpha.
Results: The internalized stigma score of the patients was 78.41 ± 23.14, and the quality of life score was 12.30 ± …
Patient Experience Of Inpatient Care And Services Received At A Teaching Hospital In Malaysia: A Cross-Sectional Study, Wan Nor Fatihah Wan Nawawi, Vimala Ramoo, Mei Chan Chong, Nor Zehan Ahmad
Patient Experience Of Inpatient Care And Services Received At A Teaching Hospital In Malaysia: A Cross-Sectional Study, Wan Nor Fatihah Wan Nawawi, Vimala Ramoo, Mei Chan Chong, Nor Zehan Ahmad
Makara Journal of Health Research
Background: Patients’ experience reflects the quality of healthcare services from the end user’s perspective and therefore is an essential indicator of healthcare quality. This study aimed to measure patient experience of inpatient care and services received at a teaching hospital.
Methods: A total of 321 patients were enrolled in this quantitative, cross-sectional study during their discharge. Data were collected from May to September 2018 through a validated self-administered questionnaire adapted from the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. Analysis of patient experience and overall hospital quality rating was conducted using SPSS version 25.
Results: …
Prioritizing Training Needs For Nurses In The Government Hospitals Of The Ha’Il Region, Saudi Arabia: Future Directions For Educational Developers, Eddieson Pasay-An, Hatem Homoud Alsrour
Prioritizing Training Needs For Nurses In The Government Hospitals Of The Ha’Il Region, Saudi Arabia: Future Directions For Educational Developers, Eddieson Pasay-An, Hatem Homoud Alsrour
Makara Journal of Health Research
Background: The assessment of training needs can help establish the current performance or knowledge levels related to certain essential nursing activities. The purpose of this study is to determine the training needs of the staff nurses of the government hospitals in Ha’il Region, Saudi Arabia.
Methods: This study employed a cross-sectional–correlational approach with 230 staff nurses of the government hospitals in the City of Ha’il. Random sampling was used to ensure the representativeness of the sample.
Results: The nurses perceived training activities as very important (6.22 ± 1.09) in their work but performed the necessary activities only …
Determining Individuals’ Attitudes Toward Cancer Screening And Their Influential Factors, Emre Erkal
Determining Individuals’ Attitudes Toward Cancer Screening And Their Influential Factors, Emre Erkal
Makara Journal of Health Research
Background: Cancer screenings are of great importance for the early detection of cancer. The goal of this study is to determine the attitudes of individuals toward cancer screening and the factors affecting these attitudes.
Methods: This descriptive, cross-sectional study comprised 1059 participants who were living in Turkey. The participants were recruited through the snowball sampling method between December 6 and 24, 2021. The Individual Self-Assessment Form and Attitude Scale for Cancer Screening were used to collect data. The data were analyzed by using independent samples t-test, one-way ANOVA, and Pearson’s correlation analysis.
Results: The mean score of …