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Patient Records Retrieval Strategy on Service Quality of Health Information Management Professionals in Public Health Institutions in Oyo State, Nigeria
Get PDFService quality (SQ) has emerged as an essential aspect for high customer industries likehospitals. Patients demand quality, healthcare institutions must implement a system in meetingthe expectations of the patients. Medical records are important tools in patient managementwith details about each patient’s health history from birth to death. The wide range of clinicalinformation seekers suggests a strong demand for information, thus getting records is essentialin information retrieval systems. Patient records retrieval strategy entail all processes andprocedures in place to enhance prompt recollecting patient health records as the need arises.For high SQ there should be comprehensive working record retrieval strategy (RRS). Literaturehas not been established on how patient records retrieval strategy (PRRS) influence SQ amongHIMPs, the study is based on it. This is a cross-sectional study that included 322 HIMPs, totalenumeration technique was employed. Structured questionnaire was used. Data collected wasanalyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings revealed that HIMPs render veryhigh quality service to their patients with the grand mean of 3.55 on a four-point scale wherePRRS has grand mean of 3.36 showing high level of PRRS in PHIs in Oyo State. Hypothesisreveals a fair relationship at 0.421, adjusted value 0.175 implying less significant contributionof PRRS on SQ. The outcome show that PRRS has contributed significantly to SQ of HIMPsin PHIs in Oyo State. Therefore, it is recommended that HIMPs should be encouraged throughtraining, and conferences with modern IT equipment to enhance higher performance
Career Development and Turnover Intention of Health Information Management Professionals in Ibadan Oyo State
Get PDFHealth information management (HIM) professionals are integral parts of the healthservice delivery structure. However, despite their strategic importance to the smooth flowof health information in hospitals, issues concerning HIM professionals are often relegatedto the background. This often led to turnover intention which can disrupt the smoothoperation of hospitals. As a result, this study examined the influence of career developmenton turnover intention of health information management professionals in Ibadan OyoState. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. A structuredquestionnaire was adopted as the instrument for data collection. The study populationconsist of one hundred and twenty-seven (127) health information managementprofessionals in six government hospitals in Oyo State. Total enumeration was adopteddue to the population size. The quantitative data collected was analysed using bothdescriptive and inferential statistics. The study found low levels of turnover intention(Mean =3.12), and high level of career development (Mean =3.30) among the respondents.The test of hypothesis also showed that career development has significant influence onturnover intention (R2= 0.345, p= 0.000) among the HIM professionals. The studyconcluded that the although the turnover intention is low, there are still underlying factorsthat must be addressed to ensure that HIM professional remain committed to theiremployers. It was therefore recommended that the low turnover reported in this study ismaintain by focusing more on employee welfare and protecting the interest of the healthinformation management
Influence of Fresh Fm "Kekere Akin" on the Academic Performance of Primary School Pupils in Osogbo, Osun State.
Get PDFThis work examines the influence of radio educational programme on the Academic Performanceof Primary School Pupils, focusing on the "Kekere Akin" programme broadcast by Fresh FM inOsogbo, Osun State, Nigeria. Through a thorough survey of pupils of both private and publicschools in Osogbo, the study investigates the correlation between exposure to radio educationalprogrammes and students\u27 academic performance. It was discovered that primary school pupilsare highly engaged with the "Kekere Akin" radio program, with over half listening every Sunday.The program is perceived as fun and engaging, attracting students who appreciate learning newthings. The program has a positive impact on students\u27 academic performance, particularly in keysubjects like Mathematics, Yoruba language, and Social Studies. Factors influencing therelationship between exposure to the program and academic performance include access to aradio at home and parental support. However, barriers such as limited access to radio devices,programme quality, inclusivity, and parental involvement were identified as key factorsinfluencing the effectiveness of these programmes. Recommendations include enhancingprogramme quality, addressing access barriers, promoting inclusivity, strengthening parentalengagement. By addressing these considerations, educational broadcasters can harness the powerof radio to foster learning and academic achievement among primary school pupils, therebycontributing to the advancement of primary education
Impact of Internet Addiction on Academic Performance of Biology Students in Tertiary Institutions in Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State
Get PDFIt has been observed that student\u27s academic performance in Biology has not improved over the years in Nigeria Tertiary institutions. It has been a major concern for lecturers to know the cause for the low performance and the solutions to the cause. To this effect, this study was carried out to determine the influence of internet addiction on the academic performance of biology students in tertiary institutions in Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State. The research design was a descriptive research whereby a self-designed questionnaire of 150 copies was used to elicit information from the respondents (n=150). three hypotheses were stated to guide the study. The research Data was analysed using Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) and was tested at p< 0.05.Results of this study revealed that internet addiction statistically and significantly influenced students\u27 academic performance. It was therefore recommended that it is vital for parents to scrutinize their children internet use in order to curb its excessive us
Renaissance of Library and Information Centres Roles in the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals in Nigeria
Get PDFThe paper examined roles of library and information centres in the nation\u27s development through the provision of information services with particular reference to the achievement of sustainable development goals in Nigeria. Researchers adopted quantitative research and descriptive survey research design to carry out the study using total enumeration technique to administer copies of the selfdeveloped structured questionnaire on the 177 sample size that was carved out from the 325 population of the study, consisting of the Academic Librarians and Non-Academic Librarians in libraries of government owned tertiary institutions in Lagos and Cross River States of Nigeria. The study is guided by three research questions. Although, the study provided evidence of some available services in the studied libraries for powering information awareness to include printed and non-printed information resources such books, scholarly journals, digital information services and internet connectivity. However, other library services such as newspaper clinging, newspaper indexing, current awareness campaign and audio-visual services that could have direct link to boosting library services in terms of achievement of SDGs were rated very low by the respondents. Respondents\u27 perception revealed that irreversible corruption syndrome and poor leadership were among the major impediments to the actualization of SDGs in Nigeria while good governance and accountability, relevant information availability, good infrastructural facilities, well-equipped library, educated and well-informed society, funding of research and development, availability of competent medical personnel, availability of competent and independent judiciary were among the strategies needed for the actualization of the SDGs. The paper recommended that all hands must be on deck to eliminate corruption at all levels so as
to pave the way for good governance that will translate to proper funding of prerequisite sectors such as education, medical, security, agriculture, social, economy that will constitute greatly to the actualization of the SDGs and thereby making life worthy of living for the Nigerian citizenry and nonNigerians living in Nigeria. Management of government owned tertiary institutions should engage in partnership with relevant stakeholders such as the alumni bodies, non-governmental organizations for financial supports so as to pave way more funding with a view to ensure robust services in Nigerian governments tertiary institutions
Towards Understanding Ibadan Traditional and Religious Systems Before and After the Advent of Christianity
Get PDFLong before the colonial interruption or the advent of Christianity in Ibadanland, the Yoruba people had been exhibiting their republican nature by relentlessly subverting their kingship institution through civil disturbances and rebellions. This made some groups of people to settle in what is now known as Ibadanland after the fall of Oyo Empire. This paper aims to briefly introduce the readers to the traditional and religious life in Ibadanland in the nineteenth century, the time of the advent of Christianity in the city, the political and administrative setting, and the religion of the people of Ibadanland on the eve of the advent of the Christian religion. The paper adopted historical research design to achieve this as systematic literature review was done on some literature about Ibadanland. It was found out that Ibadan people were traditional worshippers with egúngún (masquerade) and Okebadan as the major religious festivals of the people. Islam came before the Hinderers led some people to introduce Christianity to the people. Ibadanland has had a wellestablished traditional political and administrative system of Baale-in-Council that later metamorphosed to Olubadan-in-Council. There has been an almost seamless succession plan to the throne of Baale, now Olubadan, of Ibadanland. Olubadan has become the symbol of unity in Ibadanland as other institutions are mere agents of unity or catalysts for concretizing that unity. As recommendations, the strengths and the weaknesses in the traditional and religious life of Ibadan people and administrative systems are to be revisited in the light of the advent of Christianity and modernization in the city. 
Navigating Obstacles, Nurturing Opportunities: A Multidimensional Approach to Poverty Reduction in Nigeria
Get PDFThis paper delves into the intricate web of factors perpetuating poverty in Africa\u27s largest economy – Nigeria. Nigeria grapples with a significant population living in extreme poverty. The paper underscores the multifaceted factors contributing to poverty, including historical, economic, social, and institutional elements, and the exacerbating role of gender inequality. This paper does not just diagnose problems; it prescribes actionable solutions. The conceptualization and recommendations for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are very Western/European-centric. This paper takes an Africo-centric approach and perspective to the analysis and execution of SDG 1 (No Poverty). By synthesizing lessons from global best practices and homegrown innovations, the paper charts a path towards a more equitable Nigeria. Proposed strategies include gender-responsive initiatives, data-driven policies, and inclusive economic measures to address systemic inequalities and promote sustainable development. The paper also addresses the detrimental role of political patronage in poverty alleviation efforts and suggests countermeasures. It emphasizes the necessity for context-specific, data-driven approaches to poverty alleviation and robust institutional frameworks to ensure programme effectiveness and sustainability. The paper challenges policymakers, development practitioners, and citizens alike to reimagine poverty alleviation, advocating for a holistic approach that addresses root causes while embracing cutting-edge solutions. In conclusion, the paper recommends further research into unconditional cash transfers, climateresilient agriculture, and culturally sensitive poverty metrics to inform more effective poverty reduction strategies in Nigeria. 
Marital Status as Determinant of Mission Engagement among Female Missionaries in The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Nigeria
Get PDFThis study stems from the need to understand the disparate treatment oftrained female missionaries, often triggered by gender and maritalconsiderations and which results in unemployment, limited opportunitiesfor education, or participation in leadership processes. Therefore, thisstudy examined female missionaries\u27 perceptions, attitudes, andexperiences regarding marital challenges in The Redeemed ChristianChurch of God (RCCG) Mission Engagements. Grounded in theIntersectional Feminism Theory, it contributed to the literature on theexperience of female missionaries in Nigeria. The study used a descriptivesurvey research design to randomly select 69 respondents from theestimated population of 250-trained female missionaries across Nigeria. Itused a validated questionnaire, administered through Google Forms, togather data on demographics and specific research questions. Findingsreveal that female missionaries align with RCCG\u27s mission and are activelyengaged (Mean scores of 3.45 and 3.38). They acknowledge challenges,(mean score = 2.52) but view mission work as central to their purpose(mean score = 3.58). Marital status wields a modest positive effect onengagement (coefficient = 0.135, p = 0.036), explains approximately 4.1%of variances, but is not a significant barrier (mean score = 2.23) to missionengagement, though non-significant p-values (Fisher\u27s Exact Test;p=0.152) call for caution when interpreting their impact. The studyconcluded that trained female missionaries in RCCG show high levels ofmission engagement and positively perceive marital considerations. Thestudy recommended that the Church protect female missionaries\u27 well-being, expose senior pastors to missions training, and incentivise thoseprioritising mission work over marital status
Information on the use of Eepo –Ira; Bridelia Ferruginea by Yoruba people and its side effects during marathon fasting
Get PDFBridelia-ferruginea is a species of flowering plant in the family of Phyllanthaceae. It is native totropical Africa and is commonly found in savannas, woodlands, and grasslands. It is calledeepo-ira in Yoruba land, kwakwakwai in Hausa land and okpoukpaka in Ibo land. This researchfocuses on Yoruba people because they use eepo-ira for medication and they engage in religiousactivities and marathon fasting.Adaobi etal 2011 found that constituents of the stem bark ofBridelia-ferruginea possess antiulcer properties. Adewole etal 2021 discovered thatantidiarrheal activity possibly occurs via the activation of ATPases activities and inhibition ofM3 and EP3. While Bridelia-ferruginea is considered safe for use in traditional medicine, thereare potential side effects and interactions to consider, especially when combined with marathonfasting. Some possible side effects and considerations include: Gastrointestinal upset asBridelia-ferruginea may cause stomach upset, nausea, and diarrhea in some individuals, allergicreactions as some people may be allergic to Bridelia-ferruginea, which can cause symptoms likehives, itching, and difficulty in breathing, interactions with medications as Bridelia-ferrugineamay interact with certain medications, such as blood thinners, diabetes medications, and bloodpressure medications. It was found from the people interviewed that marathon fasting can leadto dehydration, while Bridelia-ferruginea may exacerbate this effect due to its potential diureticproperties. Fasting can also disrupt electrolyte balances, and Bridelia-ferruginea may furtheralter electrolyte levels, potentially leading to muscle cramps, weakness, and other symptoms.Bridelia-ferruginea may lower blood sugar levels, which can be problematic when combinedwith marathon fasting, potentially leading to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Fasting can leadto nutrient deficiencies, and Bridelia-ferruginea may further deplete certain nutrients, such aspotassium, magnesium, and vitamin B12
Assessment of Radio Jingles (OGBC FM 90.5) in Eradicating Malaria in Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State
Get PDFThere is a belief that media has the overreaching power to influence the perception and behavior of the public by sharing health-related information from various platforms which can ultimately impact the success of health and sustainability initiatives. Hence, this study assessed radio jingles (OGBC FM 90.5) in eradicating Malaria in Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State. The study\u27s general objective was to measure the perception of Abeokuta North residents on the role of OGBC FM in disseminating information about malaria prevention and control and to assess ways through which OGBC Jingles has shaped Abeokuta North residents\u27 knowledge, attitude, and practice to malaria prevention and treatment. The study adopted the Social Responsibility Theory and employed a survey research design. The study population comprised residents of Abeokuta North Local Government Area whose estimated population in the year 2022 was 338,100 (NPC, NBS, 2022). Stratified and simple random sampling techniques were used to select respondents across the 16 wards of the Local Government Area. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze data using SPSS. Findings revealed that positive and favourable perception of the role of OGBC in disseminating information about malaria prevention and control as agreed by the majority 79%. It was discovered that the jingles have also helped to dispel myths and misconceptions about malaria and its treatment as acknowledged by the majority 69%. The result also showed that the jingles have encouraged the majority 85% of people to adopt preventive measures such as sleeping under insecticide-treated nets and keeping the environment clean, which has led to a reduction in the incidence of malaria in the area. Findings also revealed the effectiveness of OGBC jingles on malaria prevention and control in that majority 75% changed behaviour since they were exposed to it. The study concluded that the employment of radio jingles, fliers, and posters has been a part of community awareness campaigns on malaria management and eradication. It is crucial to carry out these initiatives and look into fresh approaches to combat malaria in the area