Perspectives of nursing students on challenges of e-learning during early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic

Background: E-learning is becoming an important approach to teaching and learning in higher education institutions, including nursing training. Despite that, there are students who were never introduced to e-learning prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Their challenges in relation to e-learning could differ from those of other students who had experienced the platform before, especially against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic that brought an abrupt change in the approach to teaching, learning and assessment. Objectives: This study explored and described university nursing students' challenges in relation to e-learning during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic in a resource-constrained setting. Method: Qualitative exploratory and contextual design was used. The sample consisted of 17 participants who were conveniently selected, and data were collected by means of two focus groups and five individual interviews. Data analysis followed a qualitative content analysis process. Results: The five categories emanated from analysis are e-learning mode not suitable for practical components, challenges related to assessment of learning, connectivity issues, e-learning is a lonely journey and computer illiteracy and limited skills for the use of e-learning. Conclusion: Nursing students' challenges regarding e-learning during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic related to the learning of practical components, assessment, connectivity, a lack of interaction with peers and a lack of the skills required to operate e-learning tools.

A comparative analysis of two national tuberculosis reporting systems and their impact on tuberculosis case notification in Uganda

Background: Before 2018, the use of parallel tuberculosis (TB) reporting systems was resource intensive with duplication of efforts and hence the need to select one that contributed to better TB case notification at the National TB and Leprosy Program (NLTP) in Uganda. We sought to analyse the difference in reporting rates between the two systems in order to improve NTLP TB case notification rates, logistics management, and planning for better health service delivery initiatives. Methods: We conducted a comparative study to assess TB case notification between the web-based DHIS2 and the district TB supervisor-led health management information system between January 2016 to December 2017. We used Poisson regression analysis to assess the statistical differences in reporting rates between the two reporting systems. Results: The association between TB case notification and the type of reporting system was statistically significant (Prob > chi2 = 0.0000). The Incident Rate Ratio (IRR) for the web-enabled DHIS2 system versus the district TB supervisor-led health management information system was 1.106625. Conclusion: The web-based integrated DHIS2 system was more effective in reporting missing TB cases. It presents an opportunity for better planning and allocation of resources for improved service delivery in a low-income setting.

A Study On Utility of Web-Based Drug Warehouse Management System (E-Aushadhi) In A Peripheral Hospital of Metropolitan City of Maharashtra

Introduction: An E-Aushadhi management system based on database was introduced in urban health centre for managing stock outs. This study was conducted to assess utility of web-based drug warehouse management system in a peripheral hospital. Objectives: The objectives of this study were to assess the perceived benefits and difficulties by health care providers expected in introducing a web-based Supply Chain Management System (E-aushadhi) and to identify the factors which will govern successful transition from current system of drug logistics man-agement to web-based system. Methods and materials: In this study Focus Group Discussion was conducted with the staff members of an urban health centre who were working on a similar web-based platforms. There are four teams each comprising 3-5 members. Results: Themes and subthemes were made based on the transcripts analysed. It is perceived that with introduction of web-based drug warehouse system, accuracy of the data can be well assured as manual errors can be reduced a lot. Quality of stock maintenance will increase and will prevent stock outs Conclusion: The accuracy and transparency of drug stock maintenance will be increased while technical challenges such as internet availability, technician availability and training of personnel are perceived barriers.

Comparison of ultrasonography learning between distance teaching and traditional methodology. An educational systematic review

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Use of the web for radiological education is an obvious application. Many computer-based teaching materials have been developed over recent years, and e-learning is becoming increasingly popular in medical schools. OBJECTIVE: To assess whether the effectiveness of distance-learning and/or e-learning, m-learning and web-based methods are equivalent to traditional methods. DESIGN AND SETTING: Systematic review of comparative studies of teaching techniques guided by Best Evidence Medical Education. METHODS: A search was carried out in the MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, Tripdatabase, CINAHL and LILACS online databases in April 2020, for original publications in all languages. The following MeSH terms were used: Ultrasonography; Teleradiology; Telemedicine; Education, Medical; Teaching; and Simulation Training; along with the terms e-learning, m-learning and web-based. All eligible studies were assessed using the Kirkpatrick model and Buckley's quality indicators. RESULTS: The search in the databases and a manual search resulted in 4549 articles, of which 16 had sufficient methodological quality for their inclusion. From analysis of these data, it was observed that teaching of ultrasonography using telemedicine methods is similar to the traditional method, except for venous access procedures, for which the studies did not show agreement. CONCLUSION: We found that learning via telemedicine methodologies presents great acceptance among students, besides demonstrating quality similar to the traditional method. Thus, at least at the moment, this has the capacity to serve as an important adjunct in the teaching of ultrasonography. REGISTRATION NUMBER: DOI: 10.17605/OSF.IO/CGUPA at the OPENSCIENCE Framework.

Relationship between awareness and fear about coronavirus disease infection among M.B.B.S. students studying at dedicated coronavirus disease hospital – A cross-sectional web-based survey

Background: News of havoc created by novel corona virus in infected regions of the world gave rise to fear and panic about coronavirus disease (COVID-19) infection among the people. Various news agencies, bringing mixed and variable information helped the spread of fear among the masses. Aims and Objectives: On literature search, few studies can be found analyzing fear and anxiety about COVID-19 infection among medical students, medical professionals, as well as general public. The present study is an attempt to fulfill these lacunae. Materials and Methods: The present study was carried out at tertiary care hospital and medical college. Design of the study was a cross-sectional, observational study and data collection was carried out using online means. Results: Mean score of All responses was 7.37 and with standard deviation of 1.36. Among individual questions, perfect score was achieved for question regarding common symptoms for COVID-19 infection while the lowest score was obtained for minimum hand washing time mentioned as per the WHO guidelines with only 15.6% of responders giving correct answer. Conclusion: Findings of this study demonstrated the level of fear and level of awareness and knowledge among the M.B.B.S. students. There was moderate amount of fear among the minds of students and their awareness and knowledge about COVID-19 infection was high. Although, difference in awareness score was statistically significant but no significant difference was obtained for fear levels among different batches of medical students.

Design and Validation of Web-Based or Online Food Frequency Questionnaire for Adults: A Scoping Review

@#This article aimed to review the design features of web-based or online FFQ developed for adults and statistical analysis used in the validation, comparison, or reproducibility studies. The search identified 863 articles, and 29 studies met the criteria. The number of food list ranges from 12 to 279 items. The food portion size was estimated using images or a standard portion size using household measurement. Web-based FFQ was validated with other dietary assessment tools, Block FFQ and biomarker. Comparison study of web-based FFQ was done using paper-based FFQ and interviewed-administered FFQ. Two studies conducted validation and comparison study using other dietary assessment methods, biomarker and paper-based FFQ. Seven studies conducted reproducibility studies. Overall, webbased FFQs showed acceptable validity with the respective reference method and good reproducibility. Strategies to improve the application of current evidence on best practices in designing and validating a web-based FFQ can improve nutritional epidemiology studies.

Google Classroom sessions as a modern e-learning tool for the second year undergraduate dental students – A questionnaire feedback study

Background: With the advent of newer technologies in academic teachings, usage of e-sessions has increased to a larger extent. One such commonly used internet-based teaching forum is Google Classroom. It has certain distinctive features which makes its operation efficient for the students as well as teachers. It acts as a frontline for educative workflow and simple communication method for students. It facilitates enhanced learning along with teaching process, with being most advantageous to the students. However, there is a need to understand and evaluate the robustness and pitfalls of such methods. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to assess feedback of the 2nd year undergraduate dental students regarding sessions of Google Classroom as a modern e-learning tool. Materials and Methods: A feedback questionnaire consisting of 22 items was self-administered to perceive the opinions of undergraduate dental students regarding Google Classroom, through online medium. Considering P < 0.05 as statistically significant and at 95% confidence intervals, data were sorted and analyzed. Results: There were three domains derived – general domain, student-specific domain, and overall experience domain, wherein 90.5% of the students agree that Google Classroom can be considered relevant; as a new e-learning, 64.3% of the students rated their completeness of assignment submissions on Google Classroom as good and 72.2% of students responded that the knowledge gained from the Google Classroom sessions can be retained/ reproduced easily. Conclusion: The present study concludes that the undergraduate 2nd year dental students consider Google Classroom as a productive, efficient, and helpful modern e-learning tool for substantial studying and tackling exams in coronavirus disease-19 scenario.

Design and Laboratory Implementation of Web Application for Collaboratively Setting Reference Intervals / 임상검사와정도관리

BACKGROUND: Although the same equipment and reagents can be employed for inspecting identical samples, the setting and verification methods for the corresponding reference intervals differ from each other, and such methods are not well established. To address the issues associated with establishing and validating reference intervals, a Web-based application is proposed for collaboratively setting reference intervals. METHODS: A Web application was designed for automatically providing the statistical results associated with a reference interval upon receiving the corresponding test results from participating institutions and incorporating the cumulative data. RESULTS: By employing the proposed Web-based application (www.referencerange.org), reference intervals can be collaboratively set based on objective and statistical analyses incorporating clinical chemistry results obtained from Korea Healthcare Association in the years 2016 and 2017. Cumulative data obtained from the existing input peer group associated with an inspection are updated in real time, and the current set reference interval is displayed in real time. CONCLUSIONS: In this study, a Web-based application is designed for collaboratively setting reference intervals whereby all Korean laboratories can easily participate, collectively set reference intervals, and apply the set reference intervals. Hence, the proposed application can aid in providing basic data associated with health information.

Relationship between health risk behaviors, oral health-related behaviors, and experiences of oral symptoms in Korean adolescents: based on 2018 Korea Youth Risk Behavior Web-based Survey / 대한구강보건학회지

OBJECTIVES: This study investigates the relationship between risky health behaviors, occurrence of oral symptoms, and oral health-related behaviors. METHODS: The subjects were 60,040 adolescents selected from the web-based survey from the 2018 Korean Youth Health Behavior of Korean Center for Disease Control. The data were analyzed using a combined sample analysis method. The software SPSS version 12.0 was used to conduct the analyses. RESULTS: 1. Men were observed to partake in risky health behavior at significantly higher rates than were women in terms of smoking, drinking, drugs, and sexual intercourse. Our data showed the percentages of men taking part in these behaviors to be 21.1%, 46.4%, 1.3%, and 7.6%, respectively (P<0.01). 2. Of all subjects, 49.1% brushed their teeth more than three times a day, and 43.6% brushed more than twice a day. Further, a significantly higher number of men (46.0%) did not brush their teeth after lunch compared with women (29.1%) (P<0.01). 3. Of all subjects, 52.9% had developed oral symptoms in the previous year. The rate of women experiencing oral symptoms was significantly higher, at 58.1%, compared with men (48.1%, P<0.01). 4. Risky health behavior, such as smoking, drinking, drugs, and sexual intercourse, was significantly associated with occurrence of oral symptoms (P<0.01). Those that had not partaken in smoking, drinking, and sexual intercourse were significantly lower by 0.73, 0.87, and 0.89 times, respectively, compared with those that responded with “yes” (P<0.01). CONCLUSIONS: We have evaluated the rates of risky health and oral health-related behavior in Korean youth and identify their association with the oral symptoms. It is essential to understand the risks of oral diseases so that appropriate oral health education can be provided to adolescents for promoting behavioral changes.

A web-based educational intervention module to improve knowledge and attitudes towards thalassaemia prevention in Malaysian young adults

@#Background: Thalassaemia is a public health burden in Malaysia and its prevention faces many challenges. In this study, we aimed to assess the effectiveness of a web-based educational module in improving knowledge and attitudes about thalassaemia prevention amongst Malaysian young adults. Methods: We designed an interactive web-based educational module in the Malay language wherein videos were combined with text and pictorial visual cues. Malaysians aged 18-40 years old who underwent the module had their knowledge and attitudes assessed at baseline, post-intervention and at 6-month follow-up using a selfadministered validated questionnaire. Results: Sixty-five participants: 47 Malays (72.3%), 15 Chinese (23.1%), three Indians (4.6%) underwent the module. Questionnaires were completed at baseline (n=65), postintervention (n=65) and at 6-month follow-up (n=60). Out of a total knowledge score of 21, significant changes were recorded across three time-points- median scores were 12 at pre-intervention, 19 at post-intervention and 16 at 6-month follow-up (p<0.001). Post-hoc testing comparing preintervention and 6-month follow-up scores showed significant retention of knowledge (p<0.001). Compared to baseline, attitudes at 6-month follow-up showed an increased acceptance for “marriage avoidance between carriers” (pre-intervention 20%, 6-month follow-up 48.3%, p<0.001) and “prenatal diagnosis” (pre-intervention 73.8%, 6-month follow-up 86.2%, p=0.008). Acceptance for selective termination however, remained low without significant change (pre-intervention 6.2%, 6-month follow-up 16.7%, p=0.109). Conclusion: A web-based educational module appears effective in improving knowledge and attitudes towards thalassaemia prevention and its incorporation in thalassaemia prevention programs is potentially useful in Malaysia and countries with a high internet penetration rate.

Application of Flipped Classroom in postgraduate molecular biology technology teaching / 中华医学教育探索杂志

Techniques in Molecular Biology is an essential course designed for postgraduates majoring in medicine,biology and other related disciplines.We discussed here the significance of redesigning and the practical attempt,which specifically was the flip classroom model of research-based experimental course dominated by postgraduates.In this teaching model,according to the procedure of research work,postgraduates studied the experiment principle,read kit manual and selected controls before class.In the class,students in groups performed experiments and analyzed the experimental results.The teacher led students' technical operation to achieve the teaching targets and emphasized the evaluation for students' abilities of experimental design and results analysis.Online platform was maintained even after the course in order to achieve long-term academic communication.

Entrenamiento por etapas basado en la web: el camino hacia el Eco Estrés 2020 / Multi-step Web-based Training: the Road to Stress Echo 2020

RESUMEN Introducción: Una plataforma de entrenamiento estandarizada ayuda a armonizar la lectura de la ecocardiografía de estrés (EE) más allá de las anormalidades en la motilidad parietal regional (AMPR) Objetivo: Armonizar los criterios de lectura del EE a través de diferentes laboratorios. Métodos: El laboratorio central preparó para los lectores de ecocardiografía un módulo obligatorio de 5 parámetros basado en la web de 2 horas de duración: AMPR; líneas B, reserva de la velocidad de flujo coronario (RVFC) evaluada mediante la velocidad pico del flujo diastólico en la arteria coronaria descendente anterior; reserva contráctil ventricular izquierda (RCVI, evaluada a partir de mediciones crudas del volumen de fin de sístole, VFS); y presión sistólica de la arteria pulmonar (basada en mediciones crudas de la velocidad del jet de regurgitación tricuspídea, VRT). La prueba de control de calidad consistió en 20 casos seleccionados por el centro coordinador. El umbral de aprobación determinado a priori fue de 18/20 (> 90%) con un coeficiente de correlación intraclase entre el laboratorio coordinador y el lector periférico > 0.90. Resultados: Ochenta y cuatro lectores completaron la certificación para las AMPR, 65 para las líneas B, 30 para la RVFC, 24 para el VFS y 20 para la VRT. El tiempo de lectura medio por intento fue más corto para la VRT (9 ± 4 min), la RVFC (13 ± 6 min) y las líneas B (17 ± 3 min), intermedio para el VFS (24 ± 7 min), y más prolongado para las AMPR (29 ± 12 min, p < 0.01). La tasa de acierto del primer intento fue más alta para la RVFC (85%), intermedia para la VRT (75%) y las líneas B (43%), menor para el VFS (35%) y más baja para las AMPR (28%, p < 0.01). Conclusiones: La plataforma de aprendizaje basada en la web mejora las habilidades de interpretación de imágenes sin necesidad de un equipamiento de imágenes costoso o de estudiar un paciente. El camino hacia la certificación es más largo para las AMPR, intermedio para el VFS y más corto para la VRT, la RVFC y las líneas B.

ABSTRACT Background: A standardized training platform helps to achieve reading harmonization in stress echocardiography (SE) beyond regional wall motion abnormalities (RWMA). Objective: To harmonize SE reading criteria across different laboratories. Methods: The core lab prepared for readers an obligatory 2-hour web-based learning module for 5 parameters: RWMA; B-lines; coronary flow velocity reserve (CFVR) based on peak diastolic flow velocity on the left anterior descending coronary artery; left ventricular contractile reserve (LVCR, from raw measurementis of end-systolic volume, ESV); systolic arterial pulmonary pressure (from raw measurementis of peak tricuspid regurgitant jet velocity, TRV). The quality control test consisted of 20 cases selected by the coordinating center. The a priori determined pass threshold was 18/20 (>90%) with intra-class correla-tion coefficient between the coordinating lab and the peripheral reader >0.90. Resultis: The certification was completed by 84 readers for RWMA, 65 for B-lines, 30 for CFVR, 24 for ESV and 20 for TRV The mean reading time per attempt was shorter for TRV (9±4 min), CFVR (13±6 min) and B-lines (17±3 min), intermedi-ate for ESV (24±7 min), and longer for RWMA (29±12 min, p <0.01). The success rate of the first attempt was higher for CFVR (85%), intermediate for TRV (75%) and B-lines (43 %), lower for ESV (35%) and lowest for RWMA (28 %, p <0.01). Conclusions: A web-based learning platform improves image interpretation skills without need for expensive imaging equip-ment or a patient to scan. The road to certification is longer for RWMA, intermediate for ESV, and shorter for TRV, CFVR and B-lines.

COEX-Seq: Convert a Variety of Measurements of Gene Expression in RNA-Seq

Next generation sequencing (NGS), a high-throughput DNA sequencing technology, is widely used for molecular biological studies. In NGS, RNA-sequencing (RNA-Seq), which is a short-read massively parallel sequencing, is a major quantitative transcriptome tool for different transcriptome studies. To utilize the RNA-Seq data, various quantification and analysis methods have been developed to solve specific research goals, including identification of differentially expressed genes and detection of novel transcripts. Because of the accumulation of RNA-Seq data in the public databases, there is a demand for integrative analysis. However, the available RNA-Seq data are stored in different formats such as read count, transcripts per million, and fragments per kilobase million. This hinders the integrative analysis of the RNA-Seq data. To solve this problem, we have developed a web-based application using Shiny, COEX-seq (Convert a Variety of Measurements of Gene Expression in RNA-Seq) that easily converts data in a variety of measurement formats of gene expression used in most bioinformatic tools for RNA-Seq. It provides a workflow that includes loading data set, selecting measurement formats of gene expression, and identifying gene names. COEX-seq is freely available for academic purposes and can be run on Windows, Mac OS, and Linux operating systems. Source code, sample data sets, and supplementary documentation are available as well.

Sugar-sweetened beverage consumption and influencing factors in Korean adolescents: based on the 2017 Korea Youth Risk Behavior Web-based Survey / 한국영양학회지

PURPOSE: This study examined the frequency of sugar-sweetened beverage consumption in Korean adolescents and the major factors influencing the excessive consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages, such as sociodemographic characteristics, health-related behaviors, psychological characteristics, and dietary habits. METHODS: The analysis was performed using the data from the 2017 Korean Youth Risk Behavior Web-based Survey. The subjects included in the analysis were 30,885 middle school students and 31,391 high school students, totaling 62,276. The frequency of sugar-sweetened beverage consumption was calculated by summing the consumption frequencies of soda, high caffeine or energy drinks, and sweet beverages over the last 7 days. The Rao-Scott chi-square test, reflecting information on the sampling design, was used to test the differences in the rate of sugar-sweetened beverage consumption according to each factor. Logistic regression analysis was performed to examine the factors influencing the excessive consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages. RESULTS: The rate of sweetened beverage consumption was higher in boys than in girls, in high school students than in middle school students, in students whose father's education level was lower, in those whose subjective academic performance was lower, and in those who smoked or consumed alcohol. In addition, the rate of sugar-sweetened beverage consumption was higher in those who experienced severe stress, suicidal ideation, sadness, or a sense of despair. The rate of sugar-sweetened beverage consumption was also high in those who skipped breakfast; who frequently consumed fast foods, ramen, or snacks; and who frequently ate meals at convenience stores, supermarkets, or school stores. CONCLUSION: The rate of sugar-sweetened beverage consumption in Korean adolescents is related to various factors, such as sociodemographic characteristics, health-related behaviors, psychological characteristics, and dietary habits.

A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Applicability of Web-Based Interventions for Individuals with Depression and Quality of Life Impairment

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this meta-analysis was to determine the applicability of web-based treatment programs for individuals with depression and quality of life impairments. METHODS: We conducted database and manual searches using imprecise search-term strategy and inclusion criteria. Research published from 2005 to December 2015 was included in this study. Upon review, a total of 12 published papers on web-based intervention for individuals with depression were assessed eligible for this meta-analysis. Effect sizes were estimated for depression and quality of life. RESULTS: The mean effect size of web-based treatment on depressive symptoms was 0.72. However, unlike the result showing medium to large effect size, the analysis on the quality of life did not yield adequate effects of web-based interventions. CONCLUSION: Our results suggest robust benefits of employing web-based treatments for depressive symptoms. However, the adequacy of these relatively new intervention tools for individuals who suffer severe impairments of quality of life was found insufficient. The current study demonstrates the need to further develop web-based intervention techniques to improve overall functioning, as well as the clinical symptoms of patients with mental disorders.

Preliminary study on WPBL teaching method in microbiological test teaching / 中华医学教育探索杂志

Objective To explore the effect of WPBL teaching method in microbiologicla test teach-ing. Method A total of 120 students majoring in clinical laboratory medicine were divided into the experi-mental group (WPBL teaching) and the control group (the traditional teaching) with 60 in each group in 2015. Results Questionnaire survey showed that in the experimental group, 92.6％of the students believe that WPBL teaching method can stimulate learning interest and promote student self-directed learning, 97.3％ believe that WPBL teaching method can improve the ability to analyze and solve problems, 94.7％believe that WPBL teaching method can strengthen teamwork and promote learning exchanges, and 99.6％hold that WPBL teaching method can help them recognize the importance of microbiological tests in the di-agnosis of clinical infectious diseases. The final scores and the usual performance of the experimental group were (75.23 ±11.21) and (24.15 ±1.71), respectively, while those of the control group were (63.42 ±8.21) and (20.26±1.48), respectively. The differences were statistically significant (P<0.005). Conclusions PBL teaching method can fully integrate teaching resources, stimulate students' enthusiasm and initiative, improve students' comprehensive qualities, including the ability to analyze and solve problems, teamwork ability and critical thinking ability, and improve the quality and effect of microbiological test teaching.

Proximity Analysis of Web-Based Auditory Training Programs: Toward Listening and Customized Learning Exercises for Aural Rehabilitation / 대한이비인후과학회지

Aural rehabilitation is defined as a comprehensive service which includes hearing aid fitting, hearing aid orientation, auditory training, and informational/educational counseling for people with hearing loss in order to reduce deficits of auditory function, difficulty in communication, and limited social activity, and ultimately to enhance their quality of life. Although it is well known that auditory training among a large scope of the aural rehabilitation is critical to improve residual hearing of hearing-impaired adults and/or older adults, there are some limitations to conduct it in the clinic in terms of time consuming and individual difference. In this review paper, we introduce two of the most popular web-based auditory training programs, namely Listening and Communication Enhancement And customized learning: Exercises for Aural Rehabilitation. The paper analyzes their purpose, contents, effect (or benefit) of auditory training, and clinical application, while arguing their pros and cons. In conclusion, we discuss a necessary of developing auditory training platforms for the hearing-impaired adults and older adults, and then of forging systematic web-based auditory training tools with a low-cost and high efficiency because aging population is rapidly increasing in Korea.

Información de la escuela de enfermería de prelicenciatura previo accesible: un calidad proyecto de mejoría utilizando conocimientos al marco de acción / Accessible pre-licensure nursing school information: a quality improvement project using knowledge to action framework

En respuesta a la escasez de enfermería proyectada, legisladores de la Florida hicieron modificaciones a la ley de 2009 que cambió la Junta de enfermería aprobación y control de proceso para los programas de Educación de enfermería. Como resultado, el número de programas de enfermería aprobado en la Florida aumento de 171 a 350 (105%), que dio lugar a la proliferación de programas de enfermería pobres con baja graduación y bajo porcentaje de aprobación del NCLEX. Los estudiantes tienen el reto de distinguir programas de enfermería de buena reputación comparada a las instituciones problemáticas. La finalidad de este proyecto era crear una plataforma centralizada basada en web y evaluar la capacidad de la plataforma para incrementar el conocimiento en estudiantes de programas de enfermería posibles, en cuanto a programas de enfermería creíble. El proyecto fue implementado usando el conocimiento para la acción de marco de trabajo. Para probar el aumento de eficacia y conocimiento, estudiantes de enfermería potenciales de veintisiete acordaron examinar todos los componentes de la Página Web. Basado en el análisis, el post cuestionario partituras general fueron superiores a puntajes del cuestionario previo que demostró un aumento en el conocimiento. En el futuro, el proyecto podría ampliarse para incluir clases en línea gratuitas como terminología médica, error médico y mantenerse saludable a través de la escuela de enfermería.

In response to the projected nursing shortage, Florida law makers made modifications to the law in 2009 that changed the Board of Nursing's approval and monitoring process for nursing education programs. As a result, the number of approved nursing programs in Florida increased from 171 to 350 (105%) which resulted in the proliferation of poor nursing programs with low graduation and NCLEX pass rates. Prospective students are challenged to distinguish reputable nursing programs from problematic institutions. The purpose of this project was to create a centralized web-based platform and evaluate the ability of the platform to increase knowledge in prospective nursing students, regarding credible nursing programs. The project was implemented using the Knowledge to Action Frame Work. To test the effectiveness and knowledge gain, twenty seven prospective nursing students agreed to examine all components of the website. Based on the analysis, post questionnaire scores were overall higher than pre-questionnaire scores which showed an increase in knowledge. In the future, the project could expand to include free online classes such as, medical terminology, medical error, and staying healthy through nursing school.

Development and Evaluation of Acceptance of a Web Based Education Module for Reducing Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment among Older Adults / Jurnal Sains Kesihatan Malaysia

@#Relatively less comprehensive web based programme has been developed for detecting risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and further impart preventive strategies and lifestyle education. Thus, this study has developed a comprehensive web based programme for early screening of risk of MCI together with education package for preventing MCI known as WESIHAT 2.0. WESIHAT 2.0 is a senior friendly website which has appropriate design interface facilitating access of older people especially with the use of touch-screen technology. WESIHAT 2.0 has incorporated four major components namely TUA WELLNESS screening tool, which is a comprehensive, online based, 10-item screening tool for detecting risk of MCI, 10-guides for preventing MCI, health diary and healthy food. Evaluation of acceptance of WESIHAT 2.0 was done among 71 people which comprised of 30 older people and 30 caregivers, chosen equally based on ethnic composition and 11 health care professionals who has experience working in the field of geriatric and 2 freelance website developer. All older people and caregivers stated that the content of website was very useful for preventing MCI, however, about 36.4% of health professionals stated several improvements needed to be done before releasing the end-product to the users. Comments given were smaller font size (27.3), addition of more pictures (27.3%), using simpler terms (36.4%) and changing certain design for better view of older people (18.2%). Amendments were made based on each comment given and the finalized website were used for a 6-month intervention programme for neuroprotection among older people who failed to achieve successful aging. It is timely for an online based approach for prevention of MCI. WESIHAT 2.0 is the first website in Malaysia which has been accepted by all older people and caregiver and more than half of healthcare professionals to prevent memory decline.

Differences in smoking and tooth brushing habits among general high school and vocational high school students / 대한구강보건학회지

OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to investigate differences in smoking and toothbrushing habits between vocational and general high school students, using data from the 10th Korea Youth Risk Behavior Web-based Survey. METHODS: This study performed a complex samples cross-tabulation analysis and multivariate logistic regression analysis to identify differences in smoking and brushing habits according to the school type on 35,904 students from 400 sample high schools. The final model of logistic regression analysis was adjusted for gender, grade, subjective socioeconomic status, paternal education, and maternal education. RESULTS: The risks of having experienced smoking and current smoking among vocational high school students were 2.3 times and 2.8 times higher compared with general high school students, respectively (P < 0.001). The risks of brushing teeth less than 3 times a day and not brushing teeth after lunch were 1.4 times and 2.0 times higher compared with general high school students, respectively (P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS: This study suggests the need for developing and implementing an oral health program that reflects the characteristics of vocational high schools to reduce the differences in smoking and toothbrushing habits between general and vocational high school students.