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Nurses\u27 Experiences In Post-Cataract Surgery Patient Care Education Management
Full text linkIntroduction: The prevalence of post-cataract surgery infection or endophthalmitis in Bali is increasing. Educating patients on post-cataract surgical care is one preventive intervention that can be implemented. Targeted, purposeful, effective, and efficient education can be achieved through good educational management by nurses. The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of nurses in managing education for post-cataract surgery patients.
Methods: This study used a qualitative design with a descriptive phenomenological approach. Participants consisted of 16 ophthalmic nurses selected using purposive sampling. Data collection techniques involved in-depth interviews using semi-structured interview guides. Data analysis techniques used thematic analysis from Braun and Clark.
Results: This study revealed four themes, namely suboptimal planning function, suboptimal organizing function, suboptimal implementation function, and suboptimal control function.
Conclusions: The management of post-cataract surgery patient care education is generally not optimal and needs improvement at every stage of management function. Nurses need to increase their knowledge and awareness of the importance of education management as well as support facilities and infrastructure from the hospital
Perception of the impact of emotional intelligence on the academic performance of university students.
Full text linkIntroduction: emotional intelligence in university students is crucial for managing stress, improving relationships, and making effective decisions, which optimizes their academic performance and personal well-being.Objective: To analyze the perception of the impact of Emotional Intelligence on the academic performance of students from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at a public institution in Ecuador.Methods: a quantitative approach with a descriptive scope was adopted. Additionally, a cross-sectional observational design facilitated data collection at a single point in time, evaluating ordinal variables through a structured questionnaire; a chi-square test was applied to analyze differences in proportions, and the adjusted Bonferroni method was used to determine the magnitude of these differences. The significance level for both tests was set at p < 0.05.Results: regarding self-regulation, more than half of the students, 51.06%, believe that this dimension contributes to having self-discipline. Furthermore, 42.55% consider that authorities show interest in Emotional Intelligence to control students\u27 emotions. Also, 72.46% of students believe that understanding and guiding feelings effectively and positively motivates participation and improves academic performance. Similarly, 72.33% consider that teachers, as advisors, should observe the problems students face.Conclusions: students consider that Emotional Intelligence has a positive and significant impact on managing their learning process
Sociodemographic factors, resilience, and mobbing among teachers in La Paz, Bolivia 2023.
Full text linkIntroduction: Mobbing has been studied in Bolivia, but its recognition in the workplace is limited. Resilience is related to social and economic crises. Objective: To determine the relationship between sociodemographic factors, resilience, and mobbing among teachers in La Paz, Bolivia, in 2023. Method: Quantitative approach, non-experimental and descriptive-correlational scope. A total of 385 primary and secondary education teachers participated. The IVAPT and SV-RES resilience scales were used. Statistical methods such as descriptive analysis, Pearson\u27s χ², and Spearman\u27s correlation were employed for data analysis. Results: 73.51% of participants reported a high incidence of psychological violence, while 9.35% did not experience harassment. 49.35% are at an average level of resilience, with 26.49% at a low level and 24.16% at a high level. Regarding resilient response, 46.23% are average, 30.39% are low, and 23.38% are high. 67.19% of those experiencing less mobbing have an average resilient response, and 44.96% with average resilience report high levels of mobbing. Conclusions:The research emphasizes the importance of addressing mobbing from a multidimensional perspective, considering the individual and contextual characteristics of employees
Diagnosis of the evaluation of the professional performance of the Comprehensive General Stomatologist in the care of dentoalveolar fracture
Full text linkIntroduction: The evaluation of the professional performance of the Comprehensive General Stomatologist is vital for the stomatological care of dentoalveolar fracture. Objective: To diagnose the professional performance of the Comprehensive General Stomatologist in the care of dentoalveolar fracture. Methods: Theoretical and empirical methods were used that allowed to establish the foundations that led to systematizations, as well as to the diagnosis of the current state of the professional performance of this specialist at the "Hermanos Cruz" Teaching Polyclinic in Pinar del Río.Results: Problems were identified according to the dimensions in the Care dimension, they have inaccuracies in the identification of FDA risk factors, difficulty in the classification of dentoalveolar trauma, in the clinical diagnosis, in the FDA reduction and splinting technique, in the interpretation of radiographic data and in the therapeutic integration of FDA. In the Research Improvement dimension, they have little motivation for organizational activities of improvement related to FDA and self-improvement in this subject. There is little interest in publishing in scientific journals, which leads to little scientific production related to the care of patients with FDA. In the Educational dimension, they have difficulties in patient and family orientation and in carrying out educational activities on FDA. The level of communication is considered an aspect in development. In the Managerial dimension, they have insufficient knowledge for decision-making in relation to FDA. Aspects in development are considered to be the ability to develop teamwork, to maintain flexible human relations through affective dialogue and the level of critical demand. In the Professional and Human Behavior dimension, aspects in development are considered to be the level of maintaining discretion regarding patient information, the ability to achieve empathy in the stomatologist-patient and family relationship, the ability to achieve empathy in the stomatologist-work colleagues relationship and the level at which the application of bioethics and professional ethics is manifested. The potential identified in the performance of the EGI was the frequent participation in ICT improvement courses. Potentialities were identified in the subjective order, such as the will to improve, the support of management to facilitate the process, the material assurance of the system and the logistical infrastructure to undertake actions to improve performance.Conclusions: The diagnosis allowed us to identify problems and potentialities of the object studied. An alternative to solve the scientific problem is proposed, which is the development of a strategy for professional development
Educational intervention on lung cancer risk factors
Full text linkA quasi-experimental study of educational intervention on lung cancer risk factors was carried out at the Family Medical Office 21 of the "Pedro Borrás" University Polyclinic in Pinar del Río in the period December 2023 - November 2024. The study universe consisted of all patients who presented risk factors for lung cancer in the health area (275 cases). The sample was assumed to be 78 patients who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. As a starting method, the questionnaire was used to measure the level of knowledge in relation to lung cancer risk factors, implementing it before and after the intervention, in order to achieve the comparative states of knowledge acquired by the sample. At the end of the study, a significant increase in the level of knowledge was achieved and with it effective preventive behavior in the health area. At the end of the research, it was determined that there was a prevalence of cases between 51 and 61 years of age, with a predominance of males, workers and housewives, with a prevalence of risk factors where personal history of bronchitis and smoking habits stood out. A 28% of cases were recognized with a first-generation hereditary association. The author concludes that educational intervention becomes a tool for primary health care, which provides effectiveness in modifying knowledge, raising health indicators
Angiogenic Effects of Selected Food Seasonings on Fertilized Duck Embryo via the CAM Assay
Full text linkIntroduction: Angiogenesis is a vital physiological process involved in growth, development, and wound healing, but it may be adversely influenced by environmental and dietary factors. Despite the widespread consumption of food seasonings, the potential effects of their bioactive components—such as monosodium glutamate (MSG)—on angiogenesis remain understudied. To address this gap, this study aimed to investigate the angiogenic effects of selected commercially available food seasonings using the chorioallantoic membrane (CAM) assay in fertilized duck embryos.Methods: Twenty fertilized duck eggs were randomly assigned to four groups: control, Product X, Product Y, and Product Z. A 10% aqueous extract of each seasoning was applied to the CAM of eggs in the respective treatment groups. Blood vessel formation and embryo viability were assessed after incubation.Results: A significant reduction in blood vessel development was observed in all treatment groups compared to the control (p = 0.00184). Product Z exhibited the strongest antiangiogenic effect (96.15% inhibition), followed by Product Y (81.65%) and Product X (65.14%). Correspondingly, embryo mortality rates increased in treatment groups, correlating with the degree of angiogenesis inhibition.Conclusions: The findings suggested that certain food seasonings, particularly those containing monosodium glutamate (MSG) and other additives may impair embryonic vascular development and pose potential embryotoxic risks. The CAM assay proved to be a reliable and ethical in vivo model for evaluating the biological impact of dietary compounds. Further studies are recommended to explore dose-dependent responses and histomorphological changes associated with these seasonings
Critical Thinking in the Information Age: A Systematic Review on the Role of MIL and Information Overload
Full text linkIntroduction: in a context marked by information overload, critical thinking and media and information literacy (MIL) have become essential for effectively understanding and evaluating information.Objective: to analyze and synthesize the most recent scientific literature on critical thinking, media and information literacy (MIL), and information overload. The aim is to identify the relationships among these concepts, their educational and social implications, and the strategies that contribute to strengthening critical competencies in information-saturated contexts.Methods: a systematic review of scientific literature published between 2019 and 2024 was conducted. Empirical, theoretical, and review studies addressing the relationship between critical thinking, MIL, and information overload were selected. A qualitative analysis was applied to group themes, identify patterns, and detect trends and gaps in current research.Results: media and information literacy is a key skill to mitigate the negative effects of overload and to enhance critical thinking. Educational interventions that integrate MIL have proven effective in improving the ability to critically assess information. Moreover, information overload can be addressed through innovative and contextualized pedagogical strategies.Conclusions: it is concluded that MIL is fundamental for the development of critical thinking in a context dominated by information overload. Education must respond with innovative methodologies and tools that incorporate both digital and traditional literacies, considering the social and technological factors that influence access to and processing of information
Influence of the Strength of Faith, Emotional Intelligence, and Post-COVID-19 Psychological Well-being in Peruvian Adults
Full text linkThe strength of faith and emotional intelligence can be predictors of good mental health in survivors of the COVID-19 pandemic in sociocultural contexts such as Peru. This study aims to explore the influence of the strength of faith and emotional intelligence on psychological well-being in Peruvian adults post-COVID-19. A total of 390 adults (Mean: 39.36; SD: 13.91) participated, responding to the Santa Clara Religious Faith Strength Questionnaire, Wong Law Emotional Intelligence Scale, and Mental Health Inventory (MHI-5). The instruments showed good structural validity and adequate reliability levels (> .70). The strength of faith has a significant and positive effect on psychological well-being (β = 0.23; p < 0.05). Emotional intelligence has a significant and negative effect on psychological distress (β = -0.53; p < 0.05) and a significant and positive effect on psychological well-being (β = 0.48; p < 0.05). The overall model fit indices indicate favorable and acceptable indicators (RMSEA = 0.031; CFI = 0.990; TLI = 0.989). This study highlights the positive influence of the strength of faith and emotional intelligence on the psychological well-being of COVID-19 survivors. These findings underscore the importance of considering the spiritual dimension and the development of emotional skills in recovery and psychological support efforts
Optimization of the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem: 5-Axis Model for Higher Education Systems; and the Higher Education Systems. Case Study for Center University of Los Altos
Full text linkToday in higher education there is a need for a higher quality preparation that adapts to the new educational philosophies, since the New Mexican School and the University Center of Los Altos (CUAltos) of the University of Guadalajara, have as an objective, to provide the conditions for the student of any area of knowledge to become a generator of new knowledge that lead to entrepreneurship. CUAltos has proposed a model based on five axes, the first one, the university, which is where plans, study programs, administrative policies, administrative, teaching and research personnel intervene, with the student as the main objective, the second axis, the industry, which is the key to the development of nations and demands highly qualified professionals, and the third axis, the government, which finances the public university, the government that funds the public university and develops policies that benefit productivity and national development, the fourth axis, the media responsible for promoting academic and cultural advances and technological innovation, and finally, socio-ecology that highlights the importance of the environment and its relationship with innovation in the knowledge economy. This model is considered essential to offer the best answers required by a society that is increasingly involved in improving the quality of life and care of the planet. This research adopts a mixed and transversal approach, based on surveys directed to students of different specialties that have been studied in the development of Entrepreneurship and Innovation projects. Likewise, it seeks to generate conditions that allow students, regardless of their area of knowledge, to become creators of new knowledge that drive the development of dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystems based on academic entrepreneurship
Integration of 360 Entrepreneurship into the University System: A Cross-Cutting Strategy for the Holistic Education of StudentsCase Study: Centro Universitario de los Altos
Full text linkThe present research proposes 360 entrepreneurship as an innovative strategy in which entrepreneurship is integrated into the experience of university students, in this sense, at the Los Altos University Center of the University of Guadalajara it is highlighted as a central element for professional development through the recognition of the characteristics of the environment and through the benefits generated by entrepreneurial proposals focused on generating productive ideas with economic and social impact.For its implementation, the design of business plans, work of high-performance teams and training are linked. In addition to an integrative vision of contributions from the Learning Units, from an interdisciplinary approach that encourages collaboration; for the joint development of business skills, by promoting active development agents, by generating jobs and offering innovative solutions to the challenges of the Altos Sur region of the state of Jalisco.As part of the analysis of the progress made with the implementation of the 360 entrepreneurship strategy, a descriptive, mixed, cross-sectional research is carried out, considering the application of an instrument designed as a survey to obtain representative data of the impact generated in students of the Center University of Los Altos, this sample corresponds to 156 students who represent the total study population, which is represented by students who worked collaboratively and interdisciplinary to generate entrepreneurship proposals during the 2024A school calendar