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Anatomy Education at Vocational Schools of Health Sciences
(INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MORPHOLOGY, 2024-12) Polat, Sema; Sonmez, Elif Ipek; Tunc, Mahmut; Isik, Emir Ibrahim; Ozsahin, Esin; Goker, Pinar
Anatomy, which has an important role for professionals working in health education, is a medical science that started from early ages and has come to the present day by showing continuous development. The success of people who areed ineducat the field of medicine and health sciences in their professions depends on a sound background in anatomy. For this reason,s aimed it wa to investigate views of first and second year students on the current state of anatomy education. This study was performed ukurvaon C and Baskent University Vocational School of Health Science first and second year students (183 subjects, 45.6 %; and 218 subjects, 54.4 %, respectively) (n=401). The data were obtained by feedback method via a questionnaire with 41 questions. The survey was administered to 401 students. 357 subjects of all students stated that they chose their departments voluntarily. It was determined % thatof the86.0 students participated in the research stated that using many different tools in the lessons positively affected their 88.5 learning,% stated that various presentation techniques provided a better understanding of the anatomy subject, and 86.5 % of the studentswith agreed the idea that what they learned in the lessons would be very useful in their professional lives. Additionally, while 319 participants (79.55 %) gave a score of 5 or more out of 10 points to the question about whether they liked the anatomy course, 82 participants%) (20.45 gave a score of 4 or less. The 71.1 % of the participants thought that the primary purpose of the anatomy course was 'to theunderstand structure of the human body'. 2nd year students rated class duration significantly higher than 1st year students. Opinionstudents of s can be beneficial and provide to improvement of anatomy education and new educational strategies These findings will help theifyingident existing deficiencies and providing solutions.
Balance and Gait in Individuals with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
(NEUROLOGICAL RESEARCH, 2024) Korkusuz, Suleyman; Seckinogullari, Busra; Yuruk, Zeliha Ozlem; Ulug, Naime; Kibar, Sibel
"Being in the Digital Box". Academic Staff Experiences in Online Practical Teaching: A Qualitative Study From Six Universities and Countries
(HELIYON, 2024-03-04) Baskici, Cigdem; Aytar, Aydan; Ersoy, Halil; Wiktsrom-Grotell, Camilla; Arell-Sundberg, Marina; Neves, Hugo; Coutinho, Veronica; Blazeviciene, Aurelija; Vaskelyte, Alina; Soderlund, Anne; Fritz, Johanna; Strods, Raimonds; Jansone-Ratinika, Nora; Kav, Sultan
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused radical changes in education, as in everything else, bringing many challenges. Despite all the difficulties, the COVID-19 pandemic has enormous opportunities for online teaching and the use of digital technologies. A comprehensive understanding of this period is needed to investigate these opportunities. Thus, this study aims to explore the academic staff's experiences of online teaching and the use of digital technologies in practical skills -based courses in health care education. This study was conducted at six universities from six countries (Turkiye, Sweden, Finland, Portugal, Latvia, Lithuania). Data were collected between June 17, 2021 and November 30, 2021 via a focus group with an in-depth interview technique. 22 focus group interviews were conducted with a total of 117 participants. Colaizzi's method was used to evaluate the data to discover, comprehend, and define the experiences of academic staff. The analysis of the interview data resulted in 6 themes, 25 subthemes and 56 categories that captured participants' experiences regarding online teaching of practical skills and using digital technologies in health care education. The findings of the study provide crucial information that will help online teaching and digital technology for practical skills be successfully integrated.
Biomonitoring of Oxidative-Stress-Related Genotoxic Damage in Patients with End-Stage Renal Disease
(TOXICS, 2024-02-09) Yuzbasioglu, Yucel; Hazar, Merve; Dilsiz, Sevtap Aydin; Yucel, Cigdem; Bulut, Mesudiye; Cetinkaya, Serdar; Erdem, Onur
Chronic kidney disease (CKD), a common progressive renal failure characterized by the permanent loss of functional nephrons can rapidly progress to end-stage renal disease, which is known to be an irreversible renal failure. In the therapy of ESRD, there are controversial suggestions about the use of regular dialysis, since it is claimed to increase oxidative stress, which may increase mortality in patients. In ESRD, oxidative-stress-related DNA damage is expected to occur, along with increased inflammation. Many factors, including heavy metals, have been suggested to exacerbate the damage in kidneys; therefore, it is important to reveal the relationship between these factors in ESRD patients. There are very few studies showing the role of oxidative-stress-related genotoxic events in the progression of ESRD patients. Within the scope of this study, genotoxic damage was evaluated using the comet assay and 8-OHdG measurement in patients with ESRD who were undergoing hemodialysis. The biochemical changes, the levels of heavy metals (aluminum, arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury) in the blood, and the oxidative biomarkers, including superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels were evaluated, and their relationship with genotoxic damages was revealed. Genotoxicity, oxidative stress, and heavy-metal levels, except mercury, increased significantly in all renal patients. DNA damage, 8OHdG, and MDA significantly increased, and GSH significantly decreased in patients undergoing dialysis, compared with those not having dialysis. The duration and the severity of disease was positively correlated with increased aluminum levels and moderate positively correlated with increased DNA damage and cadmium levels. In conclusion, this study revealed that the oxidative-stress-related DNA damage, and also the levels of Al and Cd, increased in ESRD patients. It is assumed that these changes may play an important role in the progression of renal damage. Approaches for reducing oxidative-stress-related DNA damage and heavy-metal load in ESRD patients are recommended.
Challenges Of Masked Communication In Healthcare And Facilitating Strategies
(JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC NURSING, 2024-07-22) Demirel, Yuksel
Wearing a face mask is one of the main means of preventing the transmission of certain respiratory diseases. This measure, combined with social distancing and hand washing, helps to slow the spread and reduce transmission of the virus, especially among people who are expressed as asymptomatic carriers, while causing communication difficulties between patients and healthcare professionals. If strategies to cope with these difficulties are not developed, serious errors may occur in the field of health services. Because the field of health services is one of the service areas where it is vital to maintain communication without interruption. For this reason, the effective performance of the procedures requires that the health personnel understand the messages correctly and appropriately both in their communication with each other and with the patient and that the patients can adequately express their feelings and thoughts to the healthcare professionals. The aim of this study is to reveal the difficulties and facilitating strategies of masked communication in health services during the COVID-19 process. The method of "document scanning-a literature review" was used as a way of data collection in the research. In this direction, the literature dealing with the importance of the face in expressing emotions in face-to-face communication and the difficulties caused by face masks in communication during the COVID-19 epidemic was scanned using keywords and various combinations of these words.
Comparison Of Respiratory Functions, Muscle Strength, And Physical Activity Among Children With Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia With And Without Kartagener's Syndrome And Healthy Controls
(PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE, 2024-12-01) Firat, Merve; Mutlu, Seyma; Yoleri, Betul; Guclu, Meral Bosnak
Introduction: Kartagener's syndrome (KS), consisting of bronchiectasis, situs inversus totalis, and sinusitis, is a subtype of primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD). The presence of KS may affect respiratory and physical functions. Purpose: This study aimed to compare respiratory functions, exercise capacity, muscle strength, and physical activity levels among children with PCD with/without KS and healthy peers. Methods: Fifteen patients with KS, 23 with PCD without KS, and 27 controls were compared. Pulmonary function, functional exercise capacity (6-minute walk test - 6MWT), maximal inspiratory, expiratory (MIP, MEP), and skeletal muscle strength, inspiratory muscle endurance (IME), and physical activity level were evaluated. Results: The forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) % (p = .009), forced expiratory flow from 25%-75% (FEF25-75%) % (p = .001), MIP (p = .034), MEP (p = .003), 6MWT distance (p = .001), and daily steps (p = .034) were significantly different among the groups. Quadriceps femoris (QF) muscle strength and IME were similar in groups (p > .05). FEV1% (p = .002), FEF25-75% % (p = .001), MIP (p = .027), MEP (p = .001), and 6MWT distance (p = .003) in patients with KS; 6MWT distance (p = .003) in patients with PCD without KS was significantly lower than controls. Conclusion: The presence of KS affects pulmonary function, respiratory muscle strength, and physical activity more. Exercise capacity and physical activity levels are decreased, inspiratory muscle endurance and QF muscle strength are preserved in patients with KS and PCD without KS. Kartagener's syndrome further impairs pulmonary and extrapulmonary outcomes; the reasons should be investigated, and the necessity of rehabilitation approaches that will prevent deterioration come to the fore.
Comparison Of The Escape Room And Storytelling Methods In Learning The Stress Response: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study
(NURSE EDUCATION IN PRACTICE, 2024-12) Dogu, Nilgun; Boztepe, Handan; Topal, Cansu Akdag; Sonmez, Munevver; Yuceer, Bugse; Bayraktar, Nurhan
Aim: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of the Escape Room and Storytelling methods on nursing students' learning about the topic of stress response. Background: It is recommended that new generations be trained using innovative teaching methods that differ from traditional teaching methods. The Escape Room and Storytelling methods are among the techniques that have been used and recommended for this purpose. Design: The study was conducted with a randomized, controlled design. Methods: Thirty-five (n = 35) second-year undergraduate nursing students were randomly divided into two groups, one group was trained on stress response using the Escape Room method, while the other group was trained using the Storytelling method. Focus-group interviews were conducted with the students after the interventions. Results: There was a significant difference between the groups in terms of the median post-intervention knowledge assessment score. It was determined that the students in the Escape Room group scored significantly higher than those in the Storytelling group (p < 0.05) Conclusions: The use of these methods, which ensure the active participation of students and increase their motivation, effectively contributes to meeting the educational needs of students and increases their level of satisfaction.
Cost Of Hepatocellular Carcinoma In Turkiye: Results Of A Delphi Panel Analysis
(VALUE IN HEALTH, 2024-12) Dane, F.; Tatar, M.; Goker, E.; Yildiz, B.; Saglam, S.; Karaca, M.; Seker, M.; Sendur, M. A.; Dilber, F.; Lacin, S.; Dulundu, E.; Kose, F.; Aydogan, D.; Ozturk, B.; Yalcin, S.
Differences in Eating Behaviours and Mothers Attitudes Between Baby-Led Weaning vs. Traditional Spoon-Feeding Approaches in Turkiye
(APPETITE, 2024-12-01) Karagoz, Incilay; Bayram, Sinem); Caliskan, Hilal; Yilmaz, Can Selim
This study was aimed to examine the differences in eating behaviours and mothers attitudes between baby-led vs. traditional spoon-feeding approaches and its effect on eating behaviours in preschool children. The study was conducted with 150 mothers of children aged 2-6, who applied to the Pediatrics Polyclinic of Bas,kent University Ankara Hospital, between December 2022 and February 2023. Sociodemographics, biochemical parameters were recorded to form. Maternal attitudes and eating behaviours of children were evaluated with Mother's Attitudes Towards the Feeding Process Scale (MATFP) and Early Childhood Adaptive Eating Behaviour Scale (ECAEB), respectively. The mean age of the children was 43.80 +/- 11.04 months and 51.3% of them were girls. A weak negative correlation was found between the ECAEB total scores and the child age (r = -0.196, p < 0.05). A moderate positive correlation was found between the total scores of the MATFP and ECAEB (r = 0.699, p < 0.001). There wasn't significant difference between the MATFP total scores who chose baby-led weaning or traditional feeding (p > 0.05). According to the ECAEB; aggression and reaction to main meal order subgroup scores of children who consumed pureed vegetables until the ninth month were higher than those who didn't consume them (p < 0.05). Mothers who prefer the TSF offer their babies more blenderized and pureed foods, while those who prefer the BLW serve fork-mashed, steamed and sliced foods (p < 0,05). As the mothers' subscale scores for negative affect during meals, attitudes about insufficient/unbalanced feeding, negative feeding strategies, forced feeding, reaction to viewpoint of others increase, so did their subscale scores for child reluctance, eating refusal associated with sensory causes, aggression, reaction to main meal order increase. Consequently, it's believed that maternal attitudes and actions should be taken into account while evaluating the eating habits of toddlers.
Digital Competence Of Faculty Members In Health Sciences Measured Via Self-Reflection: Current Status And Contextual Aspects
(PEERJ, 2024-11-11) Ersoy, Halil; Baskici, Cigdem; Aytar, Aydan; Strods, Raimonds; Ratinika, Nora Jansone; Fernandes, Antonio Manuel Lopes; Neves, Hugo; Blazeviciene, Aurelija; Vaskelyte, Alina; Wikstrom-Grotell, Camilla; Paakkonen, Heikki; Soderlund, Anne; Fritz, Johanna; Kav, Sultan
This descriptive study aims to determine the digital competence level of faculty members who teach in the health sciences, empirically considering possible contextual aspects. Two data collection instruments were used: a self-reflection questionnaire to assess digital competence, and a survey querying demographics and aspects of teaching and learning context. In total, 306 health sciences faculty members from six universities voluntarily participated the study. The results revealed that a majority of the faculty members have intermediate (integrator or expert) level of digital competence, which is described as being aware of the potential use of digital technology in teaching and having a personal repertoire for its use under various circumstances. Age, digital teaching experience, perception of work environment, and previous teaching experience in fully- or partially-online courses were identified as influencing factors for digital competence. Faculty members in health sciences were able to integrate digital technologies in their teaching practices. Health education institutions may facilitate the use of digital technologies in teaching and learning environments. Moreover, institutions or stakeholders should consider that digital competence requires practice and experience in meaningfully-designed digital environments and tools.
Does Chronic Subjective Tinnitus Affect Cognitive Performance In Adults with Hearing Thresholds of 25 dB and Less Between 0.5-4 kHz
(JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY, 2024) Deniz-Sakarya, Merve; Cinar-Satekin, Merve; Yaldiz, Zahide C. B.; Tokgoz-Yilmaz, Suna
Background In literature, the cognitive performance results of normal hearing individuals with tinnitus are inconsistent. It also differs in the control of other factors that may affect cognition. Purpose This study aimed to determine the differences in attention and memory performance between normal hearing individuals with chronic subjective tinnitus and age-sex-education-matched healthy controls. Study Sample Normal hearing individuals with subjective chronic tinnitus between 18 and 55 years of age, who have normal cognitive abilities (tinnitus group, n = 30) and age-sex-matched normal hearing individuals without tinnitus who have normal cognitive abilities (control group, n = 30) were included in this study. Data Collection The Montreal Cognitive Assessment Test measured participants' general cognitive screening, and depressive symptoms were measured by Beck Depression Inventory (BDI). Tinnitus Handicap Inventory was used to determine the tinnitus handicap levels. Attention performance was evaluated with Stroop Test-TBAG Form, and short-term and working memory performances were evaluated with the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-Revised (WAIS-R)-Digit Span Test. Results The tinnitus and control groups' depressive symptom scores were similar concerning the BDI ( p = 0.90). There was no statistically significant difference between both groups according to the completion time of the five sections of the Stroop Test, the number of errors and corrections of the Stroop 5 test, and the (WAIS-R)-Digit Span Test scores ( p > 0.05). Conclusion In our study, the Stroop Test and Digit Span Test performances of individuals with tinnitus and normal hearing were similar to the control group. Despite previous studies claiming an effect of tinnitus on cognition, our contrary findings are discussed in the light of other demographic, audiological, and psychological measurement variables, especially hearing loss.
Economic Burden Of Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist (Saba) Overuse Among Asthma Patients In Türkiye: A Cost Analysis With Respect To The Updated Gina Treatment Recommendations
(BMC PULMONARY MEDICINE, 2024-10-21) Yorgancioglu, Arzu; Aksu, Kurtulus; Cura, Ceyhun; Yaman, Yigit; Dinc, Melda; Malhan, Simten
BackgroundThis cost of illness study aimed to determine economic burden of short-acting beta 2-agonist (SABA) overuse in T & uuml;rkiye from payer perspective with respect to the updated GINA 2022 treatment recommendations.MethodsA total of 3,034,879 asthma patients comprised the study population, via estimations extrapolated from the T & uuml;rkiye arm of the global SABINA III study. The economic burden (costs related to the drug use and severe exacerbations) was compared in subgroups of overall (>= 0 canisters/year) vs. GINA-recommended (0-2 canisters/year, hypothetical population) SABA use and in subgroups of appropriate use (0-2 canisters/year, real population) vs. overuse (>= 3 canisters/year) of SABA with extrapolation of SABINA T & uuml;rkiye data to the T & uuml;rkiye asthma population.ResultsRecommended SABA use was predicted to prevent 127,505 of 157,512 severe exacerbations per year in mild asthma patients and 2,668,916 of 3,262,800 severe exacerbations per year in moderate-severe asthma patients. Annual cost burden of not applying recommended SABA use (overall [>= 0 canisters/year] vs. GINA-recommended [0-2 canisters/year] SABA use) in mild asthma and moderate-severe asthma patients was calculated to be 20.43 million and 427.65 million in terms of severe exacerbations, and to be 829,352 and 7.20 million in terms of drug costs, respectively. The total annual economic burden arising from not applying recommended SABA use was estimated to be 456.11 million. Appropriate use (0-2 canisters/year) vs. overuse (>= 3 canisters/year) of SABA was associated with decreased frequency of severe exacerbations per year in mild asthma (from 129,878 to 27,634) and moderate-severe asthma (from 2,834,611 to 428,189) patients. SABA overuse in mild and moderate-severe asthma patients was estimated to yield an additional annual cost of 16.38 million and 385.59 million, respectively in terms of severe exacerbations, and a total 11.30 million additional drug cost. The overall annual economic burden arising from SABA overuse was estimated to be 413.27 million.ConclusionsThe estimated annual total economic burden arising from not applying recommended SABA use (456.11 million) and SABA overuse (413.27 million) with respect to the updated GINA 2022 treatment recommendations indicates the substantial cost burden of SABA overuse to the Turkish National Health System, corresponding up to 26% of the total direct cost of asthma reported in our country.
Effects of Multi-Gravitational Suspension-Based Therapy on Posture, Physical Fitness, Quality of Life, Depression, and Sleep Quality in Women Without Regular Exercise Habits
(SOMATOSENSORY AND MOTOR RESEARCH, 2024) Aydogdu, Ecem Sevim Berk; Ersin, Aybuke; Kelecek, Selen; Melek, Mine; Pekyavas, Nihan Ozunlu
BackgroundMulti-gravitational suspension-based therapy (M-Gravity) is a comprehensive discipline based on the principles of non-gravity, which serves to increase the quality of life and holistic health of the individual with the rehabilitation content of non-pressure inversion therapy and suspension systems.AimsTo examine the effects of M-Gravity exercise on posture, physical fitness, quality of life, depression, and sleep quality in women without regular exercise habits.MethodsThis study included 20 women without regular exercise habits, who participated in M-Gravity exercise and 20 women who did not participate in any exercise program. Posture was measured by the New York posture rating chart, flexibility of the hamstring and pectoral muscles were assessed with flexibility tests, and endurance of the core muscles was measured with plank test. Depression levels were measured by Beck Depression Inventory, sleep quality was measured by Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, and Nottingham Health Profile was used to measure the perceived health levels of the subjects. Measurement of the core stability was performed with the Stabilizer Pressure Biofeedback. Two evaluations were made at baseline and after 4 weeks of exercise program.ResultsAlthough statistically significant results were achieved for all parameters in the M-Gravity group, no differences were observed in the control group between baseline and post-test scores (p < 0.05).ConclusionsWe came to the idea that eight sessions of M-Gravity program may have positive effects on posture, physical fitness and quality of life in women who do not have regular exercise habits.
Effects Of Pilates Exercises And Whole- Body Vibration Exercises Training On Body Composition, Flexibility, And Balance In Healthy Women: Randomized Controlled Pilot Study
(TURKISH JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY REHABILITATION-TURK FIZYOTERAPI VE REHABILITASYON DERGISI, 2024-12) Kalkan Balak, Busra; Ozlem Yuruk, Zeliha
Purpose: This study aims to compare the effects of pilates and whole-body vibration exercise training on body composition, flexibility, balance, and functional strength of core muscles in healthy women. Methods: Thirty-six healthy women were divided into three groups: a pilates group, a whole-body vibration (WBV) exercise group, and a control group. The pilates group received training using the 'Reformer (R),' while the WBV group used the 'Power Plate (R).' Both groups trained twice a week for eight weeks, with sessions lasting 45-60 minutes each. The control group did not receive any training. Body composition was assessed using body mass index (BMI), the waist-to-hip ratio, and bioelectrical impedance analysis. Sit-and-Reach Test for flexibility, Functional Reach Test for balance, and Sit-ups and Modified Push-ups Test for core muscle strength. Assessments were made before and after training. Results: In the group comparisons, significant differences in BMI and some bioelectrical impedance parameters were observed in the WBV group (p<0.05). However, no significant changes in body composition were found in the pilates and control groups and no difference was found between the three groups (p>0.05). Flexibility showed significant differences among the three groups (p<0.01). Functional core strength increased in both the pilates and WBV groups (p<0.05), but no significant differences were observed in balance and strength comparisons between the groups (p>0.05). Conclusion: Results indicate that WBV training affected body composition, and both exercise groups improved flexibility, balance, and core strength. However, WBV was not superior to pilates. Further research is needed for generalizability.
Empathy And Lgbti Perspectives Among University Nursing Students In Turkiye
(ARCHIVES OF PSYCHIATRIC NURSING, 2024-12) Topal, Cansu Akdag; Ucgun, Tugce; Gurel, Reyyan
Objective: The research aims to understand the factors influencing nursing students' attitudes towards the LGBTI community, given the importance of culturally competent and inclusive care in healthcare. Method: A descriptive and relationship-seeking design was used. The study was completed by 386 nursing students. Data were collected with "Personal Information Form, LGBTI Attitude Scale (LGBTI-AS) and Toronto Empathy Scale (TEQ)". Hierarchical regression analysis was used to identify predictors of attitudes towards LGBTI individuals among nursing students. Results: The total mean score of the Awareness to LGBTI Attitude Scale was 2.47 +/- 1.0 (moderate attitudes). The findings revealed that female students and senior nursing students exhibited more positive attitudes, while those with friendships with LGBTI individuals and higher empathy levels showed greater acceptance and understanding towards the LGBTI community (p p < 0.001). The results showed that 22 % of the total variance in the LGBTI attitude could be explained in model 3 (F = 27.43, R2 variation = 0.224, p = 0.001). Conclusion: The study highlights the importance of integrating LGBTI-related content into nursing curricula and promoting empathy-building activities. These findings underscore the significance of empathy in shaping positive attitudes and emphasize the need for comprehensive educational strategies to promote inclusivity in healthcare.
Evaluation Of Dynamic Balance, Functionality And Anthropometric Characteristics In Alpine And Nordic Skiers
(TURKISH JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY REHABILITATION-TURK FIZYOTERAPI VE REHABILITASYON DERGISI, 2024-12) Tekin, Beril; Kurkcuoglu, Ayla; Gul Ates, Eylem
urpose: The dynamic balance ability, functionality level, and anthropometric structure of elite athletes are closely related to their performance during sports activities. Therefore, this study was designed to evaluate the dynamic balance, functional performance, and anthropometric characteristics of Alpine and Nordic skiers, which are different ski disciplines, and to investigate the relationships between these parameters. Methods: The studywas carried out on licensed Nordic skiers (n=29) and Alpine skiers (n=33). Dynamic balance was evaluated with the Y Balance Test, and functionality was evaluated with the Single Leg Hop for Distance Test. Sitting height and anthropometric measurements of the lower extremities were taken and recorded. Results: The Y Balance Test result for Nordic skiers were higher (p=0.007). The results of the Single Leg Hop for Distance Test were similar in both groups (p=0.534). Lower limb length (p=0.044), thigh length (p=0.005), and leg length (p=0.005) were longer in Nordic skiers. A positive moderate correlation was found between the Y Balance Test and Single Leg Hop for Distance Test in both groups (Alpine skiing r=0.583; p <0.001; Nordic skiing r=0.457; p=0.013). A positive moderate correlation was found between sitting height and dynamic balance (r=0.432; p=0.012) and between leg length and the Single Leg Hop for Distance Test (r=0.442; p=0.010) only in Alpine skiers. Conclusion: In conclusion, this study revealed certain differences regarding the dynamic balance, functional performance, and anthropometric characteristics of Alpine and Nordic skiers and presented guiding results in organizing of training programs for ski disciplines and in the prevention of injuries in ski athletes.
Experiences Of Physicians On Defensive Medicine: A Qualitative Study From Türkiye
(INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT, 2024-02-11) Baskici, Cigdem; Dagdevir, Sude Nur
This study aimed to investigate the experiences of physicians regarding defensive medicine (DM) practices. A qualitative study was developed with a descriptive phenomenological approach and the study was conducted in a university hospital in Turkiye. Data were collected between 1 February 2022 and 15 March 2022 via face-to-face, in-depth interviews from 21 participants. Inductive content analysis, which is very suitable for use in health-related research, was used. The analysis of the interview data resulted in 3 main themes, 9 themes, and 24 sub-themes. Main themes described the experiences of physicians: reasons for DM practices, consequences of DM practices, and measures to prevent DM practices. The findings showed the multidimensional nature of DM practices that must be considered in the strategies to be developed to prevent this behavior.
Health Literacy In Older Adults Receiving Hemodialysis In Turkey: A Cross-Sectional Study
(THERAPEUTIC APHERESIS AND DIALYSIS, 2024-01-10) Ugurlu, Ziyafet; Kav, Sultan; Eler, Cigdem Ozdemir; Kaya, Semiha; Korkmaz, Yasemin
IntroductionThis study aimed to determine the health literacy level and related factors of older adults receiving hemodialysis treatment.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted at the five dialysis centers, using the information form and Turkish Health Literacy Survey-32 (THLS-32). A total of 336 older adults receiving hemodialysis treatment participated.ResultsThe general health literacy score was found to be 25.69 +/- 14.47. Based on the health literacy assessment scores, 62.5% of the participants were in the category of inadequate and limited level of health literacy. The lower level of education, perceived health status, income, and getting help in reading and writing were statistically significant predictors of the health literacy score.ConclusionThe health literacy of older adults receiving hemodialysis treatment was inadequate and limited. Findings of this study emphasize the importance of integrating health literacy assessment in clinical care settings and supporting the health literacy of older adults receiving hemodialysis treatment.
Health Science Students' Conceptual Understanding of Electricity: Misconception or Lack of Knowledge?
(RESEARCH IN SCIENCE EDUCATION, 2024) Ozmen, Kubra
While many university health science programs include physics courses to raise knowledge and understanding of physical science concepts, they are still far from addressing the needs of that science health profession. This study aimed to investigate the effect of an introductory physics course on first-year physiotherapy and rehabilitation (PR) students' conceptual understanding of simple electric circuits. The study participants were students enrolled in the Physics II course. Eighty-two students registered for the course. Sixty students (73%) took the pretest, and 67 (81%) completed the posttest. 53 students (64%) took the pretest and posttest. This study adopts an exploratory research methodology that includes a one-group pretest-posttest design. The Simple Electric Circuits Diagnostic Test (SECDT) was used to assess students' conceptual understanding. The prevalence of misconceptions was relatively low (before and after instruction), and very few students developed sound conceptual understanding after instruction. The local reasoning model was the most frequent misconception PR students held. After instruction, students' overall confidence in their SECDT responses increased significantly. Interestingly, when the students were grouped into three achievement groups, the medium-achievement group fell into more misconceptions as their achievement increased compared to low- and high-achievement groups. These findings suggested that students' low SECDT scores were due to a lack of knowledge rather than misconceptions.
Healthcare Professionals, How They Evaluate Themselves About Physical Image, Healthy Orthorexia, And Physical Activity
(NUTRICION CLINICA Y DIETETICA HOSPITALARIA, 2024-12-18) Ozer, Tugce; Olcay Eminsoy, Irem
Objective: This study was conducted to change the nutritional choices of healthcare professionals according to body image, healthy orthorexia and physical activity. Methods: This study was conducted in a private hospital between December 2022 and February 2023 with 95 female and 42 male healthcare professionals who agreed to participate in the research. A face-to-face survey form was used for healthcare workers and general information, information on health and nutritional status, anthropometric measurements (height (cm), body weight ((kg)), Body Shape Questionnaire (BSQ-34), Teruel Orthorexia Scale (TOS) were collected, Food Choice Questionnaire (FCQ), International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). Results: The average BMI of healthcare workers is within the normal range (24.8 +/- 4.43kg/m2). There was a significant difference between genders in terms of body shape dissatisfaction, and it was found that women were more likely than men (p<0.05). While the average BSQ-34 score of obese people is highest, the average decreases as the BMI level decreases. There is a significant relationship between gender and BMI in those who do not have body shape dissatisfaction and those who have mild dissatisfaction (p<0.05). There is a significant difference between genders in terms of mood, fitness and body weight control factors in food selection, and the average for women is higher than for men (p<0.05). As body shape dissatisfaction increases, the average mood factor in food selection increases. Age positively affects healthy orthorexia (p<0.05, beta=0.269). The level of body shape dissatisfaction positively affects orthorexia nervosa (beta=0.409, p<0.05). In the case of healthy orthorexia, there is a significant positive relationship between food choice and health (beta=0.326, p<0.05), and a negative relationship between the sensory attractiveness factor (beta=-0.248, p<0.05). In the case of orthorexia nervosa, emotional state is positive (beta= 0.260, p<0.05), sensory appeal is negative (beta=-0.426, p<0.05), natural content is negative (beta=-0.267, p<0.05) and body weight control in food selection. There is a positive relationship (beta=0.291, p<0.05). It was found that 44.2% of women and 45.2% of men were inactive. Conclusion: It has been determined that women's body shape dissatisfaction, emotional state, fitness, and body weight control factors that they pay attention to in food selection have a greater impact than men, and body shape dissatisfaction affects food choice. It has been found that food choice affects healthy orthorexia.