scholarly journals Self-Medication Pattern among Social Science University Students in Northwest Ethiopia

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dessalegn Asmelashe Gelayee
Keyword(s):  
Social Science ◽  
University Students ◽  
Prescription Drugs ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Northwest Ethiopia ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Female Ratio

Background. Inappropriate self-medication causes wastage of resources among others. Method. This survey study was conducted to determine self-medication pattern of 404 social science university students in Northwest Ethiopia, who were selected through stratified random sampling technique. Data were collected using self-administered questionnaire and analyzed with SPSS version 20 statistical software. Binary Logistic Regression analysis was employed with P value < 0.05 considered statistically significant. Result. At 95.3% response rate, mean age of 21.26 ± 1.76 years, and male/female ratio of 1.26, the prevalence of self-medication during the six month recall period was 32.7%. Headache (N=87, 69.1%) was the primary complaint that prompted the practice and hence analgesics (N=67, 53.2%) were the mostly used drugs followed by antimicrobials (N=50, 39.7%). The top two reasons driving the practice were nonseverity of the illness (N=41, 32.5%) and suggestions from friends (N=33, 26.2%). Female sex (P=0.042) and higher income (P=0.044) were associated with the practice. Conclusion. Self-medication practice, involving the use of both nonprescription and prescription drugs such as antimicrobials, among the social science university students is high. Therefore health education interventions regarding the risks of inappropriate self-medication are essential.

scholarly journals Self-medication with oral antibiotics among University students in United Arab Emirates

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 1331-1337
Author(s):  
Khalid Al-Kubaisi ◽  
Mark SteCroix ◽  
Don Vinson ◽  
Suleiman Sharif ◽  
Abduelmula Abduelkarem
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Prescription Drugs ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Antibiotic Use ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Multistage Sampling

Purpose: To investigate the prevalence of antibiotic use without prescriptions and to identify factors associated with this behavior among university students using oral non-prescription drugs (ONPD). Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among the students of major universities in UAE. A multistage sampling technique was used in the present study. Results: Out of 2875 students, only 2355 (81.9 %) questionnaire were fully answered and included. Of 2355, more than half (1348; 57.2 %) of the participants reported using ONPD. More than one-third (484, 35.9 %) of 1348 participants used antibiotics without a prescription during the 90 days prior to the present study. Binary logistic regression identified nine statistically significant variables: nationality (OR = 0.471, 95 % CI: 0.326 - 0.681, p < 0.001); cost-influence behavior (OR = 1.716, 95 % CI: 1.175 - 2.508, p < 0.005); belief in ONPD effectiveness (OR = 0.332, 95 % CI: 0 .135 - 0.815, p < 0.05); year of study (OR = 0.310, 95 %, CI: 0.141 - 0.681, p < 0.004); medication knowledge (OR = 0.619, 95 % CI: 0.443 - 0.866, p < 0.005); self-care orientation (OR=1.878, 95 % CI: 1.304 - 2.706, p < 0.001); using ONPD helps to save money (OR=1.665, 95 % CI: 1.047-2.649, p<0.04); and urgency of use (OR = 1.644, 95 %, CI: 1.144 - 2.363, p < 0.007); as well as being healthcare students (OR = 1.465, 95 %, CI: 1.012 - 2.120, p < 0.05). Conclusion: There is a need for educational intervention to improve students’ knowledge, attitude, and awareness regarding the risk of using antibiotics without prescriptions.

scholarly journals Socioeconomic determinants of micro and small enterprise growth in North Wollo and Waghimira Zone selected towns

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Erstu Tarko Kassa
Keyword(s):  
Research Design ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Small Enterprise ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Tax Rate ◽  
Socioeconomic Determinant ◽  
North Wollo

AbstractThis study aims to investigate the socioeconomic determinant factors that affect the growth of micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in North Wollo and Waghimira Zone selected towns. In this study, a cross-sectional research design with both descriptive and explanatory research design has been employed, and 303 owners of enterprises have participated. The towns were selected purposely, and the respondents were also selected by using a simple random sampling technique. The data were analyzed by using STATA v-14 and applied descriptive and binary logistic regression analysis (odds ratio). The finding of the study revealed that age of the owner, access to finance, family business background, and interest rate most likely affect the growth of the enterprises with the statistically significant level. On the contrary, entrepreneurship training, the experience of the owner, the inflation rate, and competition less likely affect the growth of the enterprises with a statistical significant level. The remaining factors such as gender of the owners, education background, business age, business type, business location, social responsibility, tax rate, and social attitude were not statistically significant to determine the growth of MSEs.

scholarly journals Pengaruh Faktor Keuangan Dan Karakteristik Pemerintah Daerah Terhadap Financial Distress

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 3160-3178
Author(s):  
Yoli Wulandari ◽  
Fefri Indra Arza
Keyword(s):  
Financial Distress ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Financial Independence ◽  
Growth Ratio ◽  
Audit Opinion ◽  
West Sumatra

This study aims to determine the effect of Financial Factors (Effectiveness Ratios, Efficiency Ratios, And Growth Ratios) and Local Government Characteristics (Financial Independence Of Local Governments, Population, Area, And Audit Opinion) on the Financial Distress on the Districts/ Cities in West Sumatra Province in 2016-2018. The data in this study use secondary from BPK and BPS. The sampling technique uses a total sampling method with a total sample of 19 districts / cities wtih a period of time of 4 years. Analysis of the data using binary logistic regression analysis. The results of this study indicate that (1) ratio of effectiveness has a negative and not significant effect on financial distress, (2) Efficiency ratio has a positive and not significant effect on financial distress, (3) growth ratio has a positive and not significant effect on financial distress, (4) The financial independence of local governments has a negative and not significant effect on financial distress, (5) population has a negative and significant effect on financial distress, (6) Area has a positive and significant effect on financial distress, (7) Audit opinion has a negative and not significant effect on financial distress.

scholarly journals Factors affecting internet use among university students in Sarawak, Malaysia: an empirical study

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 848
Author(s):  
M. Mizanur Rahman ◽  
M. Taha Arif ◽  
Fready Luke ◽  
Santha Letchumi ◽  
Fatin Nabila ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
University Students ◽  
Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Internet Use ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Problematic Internet Use ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Factors Affecting

Background: The internet has become an indispensable tool for communication, academic research, information and entertainment. However, heavy users of the internet lead to less confidence in social skills and the tendency to be isolated. The study aimed to assess the pattern of internet use and factors affecting problematic internet use among university students.Methods: This cross-sectional study conducted among the students of a university in Sarawak, Malaysia. A multistage cluster sampling technique was adapted to select the participants. Data were collected from 463 students by self-administered questionnaire. Hierarchical binary logistic regression analysis was done to determine the potential factors for problematic internet use.Results: The mean age of the students was 22 years, with a standard deviation of 1.6 years. Two-fifths (61.8%) of the students had no problematic internet use. However, 35.4% had moderate and 2.8% had severe problematic internet use. Hierarchical binary logistic regression analysis found that age of the students, year of study, duration of daily internet use and use of social networking like Skype appeared to be potential predictors of problematic internet use (p<0.05).Conclusions: This study was conducted in only one university, thus did not depict the overall scenarios of the country. The implications of the findings are still worth noting in the process of designing internet addiction studies among university students. Overall, this study has unearthed some useful insights which can serve as a guide to more elaborate studies.

scholarly journals Profitabilitas Memoderasi Pengaruh Financial Distress pada Opini Audit Going Concern

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 420
Author(s):  
Anak Agung Gde Oka Maheswara ◽  
A.A. Ngurah Bagus Dwirandra
Keyword(s):  
Financial Distress ◽  
Stock Exchange ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Audit Opinion ◽  
Going Concern ◽  
Observation Methods

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of partial financial distress on the going concern audit opinion, to determine the effect of partial profitability on the going concern audit opinion and to know the moderating ability of profitability on financial distress that affects the going concern audit opinion. This research conducted at manufacturing companies listed on the Stock Exchange in 2015-2017. The research sample was obtained using purposive sampling technique. Data collection is done by non-participant observation methods. Data analysis techniques are carried out using the method of binary logistic regression analysis. The test results show that financial distress has an effect on the going concern audit opinion, profitability has no effect on the audit opinion, and profitability weakens the effect of financial distress on the going concern audit opinion. Keywords : Financial Distress; Going Concern Audit Opinion; Profitability.

scholarly journals A PRELIMINARY STUDY ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PSYCHOGRAPHIC FACTORS AND THE PURCHASE OF LIFE INSURANCE

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tan Suang Sin ◽  
Lim Chee Chee
Keyword(s):  
Life Insurance ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Risk Attitude ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Personal Value ◽  
Risky Behaviours ◽  
Preliminary Study ◽  
The Relationship

This was a preliminary study conducted to examine the relationship between psychographic factors (i.e., personal value, risk attitude, and trust) and the purchase of life insurance among Alor Setar city folks. A non-probability convenience sampling technique was used to collect data from early February to mid-March 2015. A sample comprising 108 respondents were subjected to binary logistic regression analysis. The major finding of this study showed that risk attitude has a significant and negative relationship with the purchase of life insurance. Respondents in Alor Setar who are more likely to involve in risky behaviours or activities tend not to buy life insurance. Risk taking individuals do not behave like risk averse individuals who tend to seek protection by buying life insurance as a method to cover their personal risks. Meanwhile, personal value and trust were found to have no significant relationship with the purchase of life insurance among respondents in Alor Setar. It is recommended that a comprehensive study covering wider areas with larger sample sizes be included in future studies to obtain more reliable results that would enable the generalisation of findings. Keywords: Life insurance, Psychographic factors, Personal value, Risk attitude, Trust

scholarly journals Critical Incident Disclosing Behaviors and Associated Factors among Nurses Working in Amhara Region Referral Hospitals, Northwest Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Yeshiambew Eshete ◽  
Bekele Tesfaye ◽  
Zewdu Dagnew ◽  
Demewoz Kefale ◽  
Demke Mesfin Belay ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Patient Safety ◽  
Critical Incident ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northwest Ethiopia ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Referral Hospitals ◽  
Administrative Sanctions ◽  
Significant Factors

Background. Though the goal of healthcare institutions is patient safety, errors have been committed by healthcare providers. Incident reporting behavior enhances patient safety by reducing the repeated occurrence of errors in the health facility. Therefore, this study aims to identify incident disclosing behaviors and associated factors among nurses working in referral hospitals, Northwest Ethiopia. Methods. Institution-based cross-sectional study design was conducted among randomly selected 319 nurses working in referral hospitals of Amhara region from March 1–30, 2019. Data were collected using a self-administered structured questionnaire. Data were coded and entered into EpiData 4.2 software and exported to Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 25 for analysis. All variables with p value <0.25 during bivariable binary logistic regression analysis were considered for multivariable binary logistic regression analysis. Odds ratio along with 95% CI was estimated to measure the strength of the association. Level of statistical significance was declared at p value ≤0.05. Results. The proportion of nurses who reported incidents was 31.9% (95% confidence interval (CI), 27, 3)). Fear of administrative sanctions (adjusted odd ratio (AOR) = 0.45; 95% CI, 0.22, 0.90), fear of legal penalty (AOR = 0.27; 95% CI, 0.14, 0.50), lack of feedback (AOR = 0.29; 95% CI, 0.13, 0.66), nonsupportive environment (AOR = 0.27; 95% CI, 0.14, 0.52), and feel that reporting to colleague is easier (AOR = 2.65; 95% CI, 1.35, 5.20) were all found to be significant factors. Conclusions. The proportion of nurses who reported incidents was low. Fear of administrative sanctions, fear of legal penalty, lack of feedback, nonsupportive environment, and felling that reporting to colleagues was easier are found to be significant factors. Developing a system that encourages critical incident reporting behavior and provide protection from penalties for nurses to report incidents for the enhancement of patient safety and quality of care at each health facility and regional level is crucial.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Having Multiple Sexual Partners among Men Who Have Sex with Men University Students in Northern Thailand

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 371-379
Author(s):  
Eakasit Chaipin ◽  
Penprapa Siviroj ◽  
Thaworn Lorga ◽  
Natthapol Kosashunhanan ◽  
Kriengkrai Srithanaviboonchai
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Sexual Partners ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Northern Thailand ◽  
Multiple Sexual Partners ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Number Of Sexual Partners ◽  
Sex With Men

Background: Men who have sex with men (MSM) university students were more likely to be infected with HIV than the general population due to various reasons, including having multiple sexual partners, having anal sex without a condom, and using alcohol and drugs. The objective of this study was to investigate the factors associated with multiple sexual partners among MSM university students in northern Thailand. Methods: The participants of this study were 139 MSM university students. The number of sexual partners in the last 12 months was used as the main outcome variable. Information was collected using an online self-administered questionnaire. The number of sexual partners for categories of participants was described as median and interquartile range. Factors that were independently associated with multiple sexual partners were identified using binary logistic regression analysis. Results: Findings showed that seeking sexual partners online (AOR = 1.72; 95% CI 3.10 - 44.29), drinking alcohol within the last 12 months (AOR=9.73; 95% CI 1.38 - 68.47), and having a self-perception of HIV risk (AOR=3.63; 95% CI 1.15 - 11.50) were independently associated with having multiple sexual partners. Conclusion: Health agencies and universities should develop strategies to promote life skills related to sexual responsibility, appropriate use of online media, and reduction of alcohol consumption among MSM university students.

Cooking skills and socio-demographics among Portuguese university students

2018 ◽  
Vol 120 (3) ◽  
pp. 563-577 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanna Kowalkowska ◽  
Rui Poínhos ◽  
Sara Rodrigues
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Rank Correlation ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Cooking Skills ◽  
Portuguese Version ◽  
Spearman’S Rank Correlation

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to assess the reliability of a Portuguese version of the cooking skills scale (CSS) and to evaluate the association between cooking skills and socio-demographic, psychological and other cooking-related variables. Design/methodology/approach The study was conducted as an online survey among 730 Portuguese university students. Translation and back-translation of the CSS were performed. Data were assessed in two stages (test and retest) and the psychometric properties of the CSS were analyzed. The effect of socio-demographic variables was assessed by binary logistic regression analysis. The odds ratios for upper tertile of the CSS score were calculated using the lower tertile as reference. Findings Cronbach’s α for the CSS was 0.90. In the analysis of test-retest reliability, Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient was 0.79 and Cohen’s κ (for tertiles) was 0.49. Cooking skills were higher in respondents cooking more often, feeling more confident, enjoying more and indicating the personal interest as the main motivation to learn how to cook. Cooking skills were significantly better in females, older students and those with more independent place of residence. Originality/value Very good psychometric properties of the Portuguese version of the CSS were found among university students, providing a proper and simple tool to measure cooking skills in future studies with similar populations. The interventions encouraging to acquire and improve cooking skills as part of promoting healthy eating should be targeted especially toward men and young adults.

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