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Measurement of “behavior” or “intention to behaviors” in MS theses of Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
No full textBackground and aimBehavior and performance are investigated in different studies, which yields significant information to researchers leading to discovery of weak and strong points of behavior. This plays an important role in reaching to research goals. This review study was carried out to identify methods in the measurement of behaviors and application of them in MS theses of students in faculty of nursing and midwifery of Shahid Beheshti Medical University.Materials and methods526 MS theses of students were investigated in terms of the methods for measurement or evaluation of behaviors.FindingsOf the 526 theses, 22 were related to the measurement of behavior. Behaviors were measured by self-report questionnaires, checklist and no tool in 12, 8 and 2 theses respectively. ConclusionFindings showed that behavior is mostly measured by questionnaire and less by observation which yields more complete information. Keywords: Behaviour measurement, Reasoned Action Theory, Questionnaire, Observation. *Corresponding Author: Dr. Yaghmaei; Dept. of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Shariati, Tehran, Iran. E-mail: [email protected]
Correlation between quality of care and clients' satisfaction in family planning units of healthcare centers affiliated with Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences and Health services
No full textBackground and aimQuality of care is a dimension of quality of services and Clients’ satisfaction is an outcome of quality. However, clients’ satisfaction is sometimes translated as quality of care. The aim of this study was aimed to identify a correlation between quality of care and clients' satisfaction in family planning units of healthcare centers affiliated with Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences & Health Services. Materials and methods In this descriptive study, 200 Clients referring to family planning units of 11 healthcare centers took part in the study with a multistage sampling method. Data were collected with a checklist to assess quality of care and a questionnaire to identify clients' satisfaction in 2 parts: structure and family planning services scored by a Likert scale. Content and face validities of the questionnaire were checked and its reliability was calculated by Cronbach’s α (r=0.94) and inter-rater methods (r=0.91). Data were analyzed with SPSS 16. Findings 56.73±10.96 percent of the services had conformity with standards; therefore, its quality was considered as moderate. The lowest and highest percents were related to education (35.43±16.14) and history taking (77.83±28.46) respectively. Clients' satisfaction was considered good (83.75±13.89). No significant correlation was found between quality of care and satisfaction. Conclusion With respect to the results, factors other than the quality of care can influence on clients' satisfaction. Therefore, all aspects should be assessed and, according to the problems found, appropriate interventions may be planned and implemented. Keywords: Quality of care, Family planning, Satisfaction. *Corresponding Author: Masoomeh Simbar, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Midwifery, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences & Health Services, Tehran, Iran. E-mail: [email protected]
Biophysiological measures: A critique on MS theses in Shaheed Beheshti Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery
No full textBackground Biophysiological measures are the most common instruments for collecting data in medical science studies. To collect valid and reliable data, it is critical to apply these measures appropriately. PurposeThe aim of this study was to assess and critique the validity and reliability of biophysiological measures in MS theses in Shaheed Beheshti Faculty of nursing and midwifery. Methods343 nursing and 166 midwifery theses were first assessed to identify those with biophysiological measures and in 48 ones with these measures, methods used for identifying their validity and reliability were checked. Results Findings showed that scientific methods for examining accuracy, selectivity, precision, sensitivity and calibration of biophysiological measures were not accurately applied. Conclusion This study reveals inadequate application of scientific methods regarding to accuracy and precision of biophysiological measures. Accordingly, better methods for identifying accuracy and precision of biophysiological measures should be applied. KeywordsBiophysiological measures, Nursing thesis, Midwifery thesis
Epidemiology of Poisonings in Shahid Beheshti Hospital in Kashan, Iran
No full textBackground: Poisoning is a major public health problem and is one of the most common causes of referral to emergency departments. The aim of this study was to evaluate and define clinical and demographic details of poisoned patients who were admitted to Shahid Beheshti Hospital, Kashan, Iran in 2010.Methods: In this descriptive-analytical and retrospective study, necessary data were collected from medical records of admitted poisoned patients and were evaluated prospectively and statistically analyzed and presented in the form of tables and graphs.Results: Of 163 poisoned patients in this study, 47.6% were females and 52.4% were male. 88% of patients were from urban areas and the rest from rural areas. The most common reason of poisoning was suicide 50.6%, while 38.1% were accidental, and 11.3% had a variety of different reasons. Age group of 0-10 years was the most predominant affected group with 26.8% poisoned patients. The most common poisoning agents were clonazepam, acetaminophen, diazepam and methadone. Four patients in the study population died (2.4%).Conclusion: The medications are the leading causes of poisoning, especially in children. Therefore, parents are advised to keep the medicines correctly, out of sight and reach of children, read the label carefully; learn about their safety and the right way of their use. It is also recommended to immediately dispatch the poisoned child to the emergency department. Giving the crucial information about the poisoning to help the medical staff to treat the child effectively and quickly, reduce the hospitalization period, and possibility of child death
Data for: Tracking tumor biology using 18F-FDG PET/CT radiomics in lung cancer
No full textIn this review article, we aimed to provide an overview of the technical aspect used in radiomics analysis in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and signify the role of 18F-FDG PET/CT-derived radiomics in the diagnosis, prognostication, and therapy response
Complementary medicine and primary dysmenorrhea
No full textPrimary Dysmenorrhea and Complementary MedicineAtaollahi , M¹; Amir AliAkbari, S*²- Alumnus, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran .(-Lecturer, Dept. of Midwifery, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.AbstractBackground and objective: Dysmenorrhea is one of the most common gynecological complaints of womenwhich interfers with daily activities and causes missing work and school. Complementary therapy is a safe ,and reliable treatment for primary dysmenorrhea that its effectiveness has been showen in many studies.Considering the prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea and harmful side effects of some synthetic drugs, thepresent study aims to summarize the effect of complementary medicine on primary dysmenorrhea.Materials and Methods: A search for English and Persian literature published from (000 to (01 wasconducted using key words : dysmenorrhea-primary dysmenorrhea ,complementary therpy andnonpharmachologic tetherapy from databases Pubmed, SID, Scirus and Elsevier .A total number of 30publications were included in the review.Results: Complementary medicine includes the use of dietary supplements, vitamins, aroma therapy, herbaltherapy, homeopathy, acupressure, sport and massage and is safe, affordable, and accessible. It has less sideeffects, acceptability and high tolerability and can replace highly morbid chemical agents.Conclusions: based on the findings of the present research and the high prevalence of dysmenorrhea,further studies on the side effects and benefits of complementary medicine and comparing the influence ofcomplementary medicine with chemical drugs is mandatory.Keywords: primary dysmenorrhea, complementary medicine, herbs, pain reduction.*Corresponding Author: Sedigheh, Amir AliAkbari. Lecturer, Dept. of Midwifery, Faculty of Nursing andMidwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.E-mail: [email protected]
Incidence of intradialytic complications and their risk factors in patients undergoing hemodialysis in hospitals affiliated to Medical University of Hamadan Iran
No full textIncidence of intradialytic complications and their risk factors in patients undergoing hemodialysis in hospitals affiliated to Medical University of Hamadan Iran Ghahri Sarabi, AR.1 (MSN); Torabi, M.2 (MSN); Abed Saeedi, Zh.3 (PhD); Akbarzadeh Baghban, A.4 (PhD) 1. Lecture, Dept. of Medical Surgical, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran. Iran.2. Alumnus, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences. Tehran. Iran3. Assistant Professor, Dept. of Medical Surgical, Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. 4. Assistant Professor, Dept. of Biostatistics. Faculty of Paramedical, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. Abstract Background and aimHemodialysis is one the most common renal replacement therapies in end stage renal disease. Despite progress in dialysis technology, intradialytic complications occur frequently. The aim of this study was to determine the rate of intradialytic complications and their risk factors in patients undergoing hemodialysis in hospitals affiliated to Medical University of Hamedan Iran in 2009. Materials and methods192 patients undergoing hemodialysis participated in this descriptive correlational study. These patients were included in the study using census method. Data were collected by1- a questionnaire which consisted of 3 sections (demographic information, person – related factors and therapy- related factors),2-a check list and clinical examination ( blood pressure and weight measurement). Content validity of the questionnaire was assessed by 10 nursing experts, 5 staff of hemodialysis wards and 2 nephrologists. Reliability of check list was measured using inter-rater reliability (r=0.98). Data were collected by the second author. Data were analyzed by SPSS 15. Findings Findings showed that the most frequent complications include: hypotension (%15.1), muscle cramp(%11.5), nausea(%9.4), headache(%7.8), angina(%2.6), vomiting (%2.1) and itching(%1.6) respectively. Logistic regression analysis, showed a significant correlation between age and cramp (person – related causes) and a significant correlation between hypotension, cramp with vomiting and headache. Moreover, findings showed a significant correlation between nausea with eating during dialysis (patient- related causes); and between hypotension with dialysis solution (therapy- related causes). ConclusionBased on the results of this study, most of intradialytic complications can be prevented. Use of these findings can improve the process of dialysis. Keywords: Hemodialysis, Intradialytic hemodialysis complications *Corresponding Author: Alireza Ghahri Sarabi, department of Medical-Surgical nursing, school of nursing and midwifery, Shahid beheshti University of Medical Sciences and Health Services, Tehran, Iran. E-mail: [email protected]
Factors related to exercise performance according to Theory of Planned Behavior in female students of Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
No full text Back ground and aimThe regular physical activity can lead to physical, psychological and social health. Studies have shown that %80 of Iranian people does not exercise. Therefore, due to the importance of exercise performance and concepts of Theory of Planned Behavior, different studies are needed regarding its related factors according to a theoretical framework. The aim of this descriptive correlational study was to determine factors related to exercise performance according to the Theory of Planned Behavior in female students in 2009. Materials and methods444 female students were selected by stratified sampling method. Data collection tool was a questionnaire including 6 parts: 1- external variables, 2-attitiude to exercise, 3-subjective norms of exercise, 4- perceived control behavior toward exercise, 5- intention to exercise, and 6- exercise. Content validity index, face validity and reliability of the tool were identified by internal consistency and test-retest methods respectively. Data were analyzed by SPSS (ver. 15). Mean, standard deviation, distribution of frequency, regression and path analysis were calculated in data analysis. FindingsAttitude and control of perceived behavior were positively correlated with intention to exercise and subjective norms, controlled perceived behavior regarding exercise as well as intention to exercise were positively correlated with exercise performance. Furthermore, control of perceived behavior was indirectly correlated with exercise performance through intention to exercise while subjective norms had no correlation with exercise performance. ConclusionProviding positive attitude and increasing the control of perceived behavior regarding exercise can motivate people to do it. Keywords: Exercise, Theory of Planned Behavior, Students. *Corresponding Author: Hosseini, Meimanat.Lecturer, Dept. of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. E-mail: [email protected]
Physiologic indices of patients before, during and after visit in coronary care unit at Imam Khomeini hospital in Ardebil
No full textPhysiologic indices of patients before, during and after visit in coronary care unit at Imam Khomeini hospital in Ardebil Kamrani, F.1* (MSN); Seyedjavadi, M.2 (MSN); Abedsaeedi, Zh.3 (PhD); Ezzati, Zh.4 (MSN); Alavimajd, H.5 (PhD); Hosseinian, A.6 (MD) 1. Lecturer, Dept. of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. 2. Alumnus, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran3. Assistant Professor, Dept. of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran.4. Lecture, Dept. of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.5. Associate Professor, Dept. of Biostatistics, Faculty of Paramedical, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.6. Cardiologist, Faculty of Medicine, Ardebil University of Medical Sciences, Ardebil, Iran. Abstract Background and aimVisit is an essential issue in hospitals and of patients' basic needs in coronary care units (CCUs). However, there is no evidence regarding its physiologic effects on them. The aim of this was to determine the physiologic indexes of patients before, during and after visit at CCU of Imam Khomeini Hospital in Ardebil. Materials and methodsIn this descriptive study, 50 patients with acute myocardial infarction were selected through convenience sampling method. A questionnaire and a cardiac monitoring device were used for data collection. Content method and calibration the device were used for validity and reliability of the tools respectively. ANOVA with repeated measurements was used for data analysis. Findings %72 of patients was male and %28 was female. Their mean age was 59.8. Significant differences were found between systolic, diastolic and mean arterial pressures; heart as well as respiratory rates; temperature; and oxygen saturation before, during and after the visits. Accordingly, the indexes increased significantly by the start of visits and turned back to the previous state after them with no significant difference in before-after amounts. ConclusionIt seems that the physiologic indices of patients change in normal range during visits and return to their primary state after 30 minutes from the end of visits with no clinical importance. Keywords: Visit, Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Physiologic indexes. *Corresponding Author: Lecturer, Dept. of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. E-mail: [email protected]
Alterations in sexual drive during pregnancy in women referring to hospitals affiliated to Shaheed Beheshti Medical University
No full textBackgroundWith respect to physical and emotional alterations in pregnancy, alterations in sexual drive are of concern in sexual health of this period. 4 patterns of gestational sexual drive are suggested: 1. Increased drive; 2. Decreased drive in the 1st trimester, moderate increase in the 2nd, and decrease in the 3rd trimesters; 3. Deceased sexual drive in pregnancy; and 4. Lack o drive. Purpose This descriptive study was conducted to identify changes in sexual drive of women referring to hospitals affiliated with Shaheed Beheshti Medical University in 2006. Methods400 women referring to prenatal clinics were selected by quota sampling for each hospital and simple random method in each setting. A questionnaire was used for data collection. Content validity and test-retest reliability were used for the tool. An expert with the Master of Science in midwifery interviewed the subjects to complete the questionnaire. ResultsMean ages of women and their husbands were 26.1±4.8 and 31.6±5.7 respectively and their marital period was 5.9±4.8. 3%, 28.8% and 68.2% were in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trimester of pregnancy. 61% had no specific problem at this stage. 58% considered their sexual contact disgusting. 96%, 92.2% and 94.1% experienced less pleasure than before from sexual relationships in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester respectively. 83.2%, 80% and 77% had decreased sexual contacts in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester. 50%, 41.7% and 56% experienced less arousal than before in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester respectively. 75%, 57.4% and 62.3% had less sexual desire than before in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester respectively. 49.25% believed that pregnancy had no effect on their sexual contact. ConclusionIt seems that sexual drive decreases in pregnancy. Thus, proper instruction and consultation programs are recommended for better coping of couples to decrease related problems and complications. Keywords: Pregnancy, Sexual desire, Arousal.
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