scholarly journals Intercultural Competence in EMP Training: A Case Study and Implications for Syllabus Design

2017 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-71 ◽  
Author(s):  
Agnieszka Dudzik ◽  
Agnieszka Dzięcioł-Pędich
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Intercultural Competence ◽  
Global Economy ◽  
Occupational Mobility ◽  
Medical Personnel ◽  
Demographic Profiles ◽  
Medical English ◽  
Medical University

Abstract Due to the development of global economy and increased geographical and occupational mobility, communication with people from multicultural backgrounds has become commonplace in many healthcare institutions. As the demographic profiles of both patients and medical personnel are increasingly varied, intercultural competence (IC) has become an integral component of English for Medical Purposes (EMP) training. However, are medical students generally familiar with the notion of intercultural competence? What intercultural aspects should they be aware of in order to practise effectively when they graduate? The aim of this article is to present medical students′ understanding of IC based on a survey conducted among undergraduate learners at the Medical University of Bialystok, Poland. The article begins with a discussion on intercultural competence in the context of health care. Following this, a discussion on why intercultural competence needs to be incorporated and used in Medical English programmes is presented.

Physical Activity in Students of the Medical University of Silesia in Poland

2013 ◽  
Vol 93 (3) ◽  
pp. 384-392 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magdalena Dąbrowska-Galas ◽  
Ryszard Plinta ◽  
Jolanta Dąbrowska ◽  
Violetta Skrzypulec-Plinta
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Physical Activity Level ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physical Therapist Students ◽  
Medical University

BackgroundMedical students and other health care professionals have substantial knowledge of the benefits of regular physical activity. Furthermore, as they have an ethical obligation to prescribe suitable exercises, they can influence their patients' attitude toward physical activity and can become role models for their patients. Physical therapists, who are primary care practitioners, have great potential for promoting physical activity; however, their role is still underestimated by patients and health care professionals.ObjectiveThe objectives of this study were to evaluate physical activity level in students of the Medical University of Silesia in Poland and to focus on the role of physical therapist students in promoting physical activity.DesignThis was a cross-sectional study.MethodsThe final analysis included 300 students from the schools of physical therapy, midwifery, nursing, pharmacy, cosmetology, and medicine at the Medical University of Silesia. The short form of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) was used to evaluate physical activity level.ResultsPhysical therapist students demonstrated the highest level of physical activity, with 46% demonstrating a high level of physical activity, 54% a moderate level of physical activity, and none a low level of physical activity. The largest group of students with a low level of physical activity comprised students from the school of medicine (26%).LimitationsThe number of respondents was relatively small. The main study limitations included its cross-sectional nature and the possibility of self-report biases. Further research is warranted to expand the study nationally and determine which factors influence physical activity.ConclusionsThere was a large group of medical students who, despite being aware of benefits of physical activity, did not meet the recommended level of physical activity. Physical therapist students are well trained and qualified to promote healthy habits and encourage individuals to undertake regular physical activity.

scholarly journals Trio-preparation of Health Care Students for Digital Era in Universiti Malaysia Sabah – Case Study

2019 ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Maher Safien ◽  
Deena C Thomas ◽  
Richard Avoi ◽  
Mohamed Firdaus ◽  
Fairrul Bin Masnah Kadir ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Educational Environment ◽  
Health Care Students ◽  
Digital Era ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Introduction: Creating an educational climate that engages the students in the digital era is crucial as it prepares them for the future.Objectives: The aim of this multiple case study is to highlight the impact of creative educational environment on the students’ awareness of digital era tools.Methods: In this study three activities were organized. Firstly, a brain storming seminar titled “Medical Practice in Artificial Intelligence Era” was held. The second event was E-poster competitions which challenged the students’ curiosity to address the health problems and to introduce innovative solutions to solve it. Medical and nursing students presented 32 posters. Third activity was MeDuino, a hands-on workshop to familiarize the students with arduino technology in medical practice.Results: Around 260 participants attended the seminar. In their feedback, 72% of students found the topics attractive and more than 60% found its theme relevant and beneficial. E-poster competition was evaluated using a modified rubric scale. The data was analysed by SPSS showed that only “creativity” and “practicality” merits scored little above the mean range. There was no statistically significant difference in the mean score of ‘creativity’ and ‘practicality’ between medical students and nursing students. However, in general medical students’ scores were higher compared to nursing students. 90% of students said that they improved cognitively and 85% found it fascinating. In Meduino workshop (Robotics), The 30 participants practiced mini projects. 86 % found it attractive, 81% expressed that it improve d their cognitive about technology as noted in comparing the pre and post- event questionnaires. The students’ concerns included the time constraints short time and lack of lecturers’ guidance during posters’ preparation.Conclusion(s): Transforming educational environment physically, emotionally and socially managed to address few aspects digital era. Allocating more time, facilities and training in the informal curriculum could enhance health-care students mastering of future tools.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Supplementary Issue: 2019 Page: 31

scholarly journals Features of the emotional burnout of teachers and medical professionals

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Т.А. Смахтина ◽  
А.С. Кубекова
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Trait Anxiety ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Medical Personnel ◽  
State Trait Anxiety Inventory ◽  
Static Data ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Emotional Detachment ◽  
Medical University ◽  
Emotional Burnout

В статье описаны исследования синдрома эмоционального выгорания и тревожности педагогов и медицинских работников. Выборку исследования составили преподаватели Астраханского государственного медицинского университета в количестве 26 человек и средний медицинский персонал учреждения здравоохранения «Медико-санитарная часть» в количестве 23 человек (г. Астрахань). Были применены следующие психодиагностические методики: 1) методика диагностики уровня эмоционального выгорания. (В.В. Бойко); 2) методика «шкала тревожности» Ч.Б. Спилбергера (State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, STAI) (в росс. адаптации Ю.Л. Ханина). Статический анализ данных осуществлялся с помощью U-критерия Манна-Уитни для независимых выборок, пакета прикладных программ Статистика 10.0. В ходе исследования установлено, что педагоги в значительной степени тревожны, чем медицинские работники. Выявлено, что у педагогов сформирован синдром эмоционального выгорания, у среднего медицинского персонала диагностирована вторая стадия эмоционального выгорания (фаза резистентности). Были зафиксированы следующие доминирующие симптомы в фазе «истощение» у педагогов: «симптом эмоционального дефицита» и «симптом эмоциональной отстраненности». Доминирующими симптомами эмоционального выгорания у медицинских работников были: «неадекватное выборочное эмоциональное реагирование» и «расширение сферы экономии эмоций». Полученные данные могут быть использованы психологами, работающие в системах здравоохранения и образования при составлении программ психологического сопровождения в целях улучшения психологического здоровья педагогов и медицинского персонала. The article describes the studies of the syndrome of emotional burnout and anxiety of teachers and medical workers. The sample of the study consisted of 26 teachers of the Astrakhan State Medical University and 23 nursing staff of the “Medical-Sanitary Unit” health care institution (Astrakhan). The following psychodiagnostic techniques were used: 1) a technique for diagnosing the level of emotional burnout. (V.V. Boyko); 2) methodology "scale of anxiety" Ch.B. Spielberger (State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, STAI) (in Russian adaptation by Yu.L. Khanin). Static data analysis was performed using the Mann-Whitney U-test for independent samples, the Statistics 10.0 application package. The study found that educators are significantly more anxious than healthcare professionals. It was revealed that the teachers developed a syndrome of emotional burnout, the second stage of emotional burnout (the phase of resistance) was diagnosed for nurses. The following dominant symptoms were recorded in the "exhaustion" phase among teachers: "a symptom of emotional deficiency" and "a symptom of emotional detachment". The dominant symptoms of burnout in health care workers were: "inadequate selective emotional response" and "expansion of the sphere of saving emotions." The data obtained can be used by psychologists working in the health care and education systems when drawing up psychological support programs in order to improve the psychological health of teachers and medical personnel

scholarly journals About the Reasons for the Volunteer Activity of Medical University Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic and Its Certain Psychological Aspects

2021 ◽  
pp. 139-145
Author(s):  
Dmitrii Valerievich Sudakov ◽  
Oleg Valerievich Sudakov ◽  
Natalia Vladimirovna Iakusheva ◽  
Artiom Nikolaevich Shevtsov ◽  
Evgenii Vladimirovich Belov
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Psychological Adaptation ◽  
Medical Personnel ◽  
Psychological Aspects ◽  
Volunteer Activity ◽  
The World ◽  
Coronavirus Infection ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Medical University ◽  
Second Wave

The article is devoted to the study of the reasons for volunteering among students of a medical university during the Covid-19 pandemic, with the definition of some of its psychological aspects. This topic is currently very relevant, since now a pandemic of a new coronavirus infection continues in the world. Given the widespread shortage of medical personnel, volunteer assistance is becoming an extremely important aspect in the comprehensive process of providing comprehensive care to covid patients. Medical students in their volunteering activities most often find their «place» either in hospitals or in call centers. The objects of a 2-stage study, conducted in May – June 2020 and in December – January 2021, were 150 medical students, divided by 50 people into 3 groups, depending on the course of students (1–2, 3–4, 5–6). The main reasons that prompted medical students to volunteer were studied, as well as their changes in dynamics, from the «first wave» to the «second wave» of Covid-19. It was found that most of the future doctors were eager to help people and participate in the general fight against the new coronavirus infection. The next part of the study was to determine, using the Spielberg method, the levels of anxiety among students during the «first and second» waves. A certain dynamics of various levels of anxiety was revealed, which may indicate a kind of psychological adaptation. This work is of certain interest, both for practicing psychologists and for teachers of higher education.

scholarly journals Access to Health Care for English Division Students of the Medical University of Warsaw

2020 ◽  
Vol 46 (2 (176)) ◽  
pp. 107-125
Author(s):  
Maria Strzemieczna ◽  
Mikołaj Pawlak ◽  
Jacek Imiela ◽  
Magdalena Lorkowska
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Medical Care ◽  
Access To Health Care ◽  
Survey Questionnaire ◽  
Access To Health ◽  
Language Problems ◽  
Original Survey ◽  
Medical University

Foreigners face certain barriers in accessing medical care, though international medical students are in many aspects privileged in this field. The aim of this study is to explore whether these students are facing problems in accessing healthcare. An original survey questionnaire was prepared and distributed online and on paper among students. In total 138 questionnaires were filled out. The results were analyzed using statistical methods. The main barriers faced by students are the lack of knowledge about the healthcare system and language problems. The study shows there is a need to start working on institutional solutions to provide information about access to healthcare and to overcome language barriers in healthcare institutions. * The article is part of a research project financed by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. / Pracę wykonano w ramach Projektu Badawczego, finansowanego ze środków dotacji celowej MNiSzW.

scholarly journals Immunization status of students of Nishtar medical university against hepatitis B

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (11) ◽  
pp. 3669
Author(s):  
Dilawar Khan ◽  
Hassan Abdullah Shakeel ◽  
Hamza Maqsood ◽  
Hafiz Muhammad Ahmar Aziz ◽  
Muhammad Jahantab Qazi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Hepatitis B ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Hbv Infection ◽  
Vaccine Uptake ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Medical University

Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection causes significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. Occupational exposure of health care workers and medical students increase their risk of acquiring HBV infection, and many authorities recommend vaccination. However, significant proportions of health care workers do not receive HBV immunization, and remain at increased risk to HBV infection. The present study was conducted on medical students to evaluate their knowledge regarding HBV and to know their vaccination status.Methods: This cross sectional, randomized, observational study was done at Nishtar medical university, Multan from November 2017 to July 2018. A pre-structured and tested questionnaire was given to 150 medical students from first year to final year. Out of these students 75 were males and 75 were females. The students were also interviewed about age, gender, year of study, screening before vaccination, history of vaccination, completion of all 3 doses and reasons for not getting vaccinated.Results: Out of 150 participants, 117 (78%) were vaccinated against HBV. In the vaccinated group, 90 (77%) completed all the three doses of their vaccination schedule and remaining 27 (23%) students were incompletely vaccinated. Rate of vaccine uptake was higher in females; 63 (84%) than in males: 53 (71%). Reasons of not being vaccinated were lack of knowledge about consequences (15.5%), casual behaviour (36%), not knowing from where to get vaccine (12%), fear of injection (10%), busy in studies (10%) and financial problems (8%). Prior screening was done in 74 (63%) students before the vaccination.Conclusions: Despite the availability and accessibility of a cost-effective hepatitis B vaccine since mid80's, the vaccination coverage among medical students is low. Health education needs to be improved in all medical students. The orientation and awareness programmes should be held to create awareness regarding HBV infection.

The Role of Intercultural Competence in Teaching a Foreign Language

2021 ◽  
pp. 67-70
Author(s):  
M. Martynova
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Intercultural Competence ◽  
Cultural Development ◽  
Cultural Backgrounds ◽  
Health Care Context ◽  
Language Classroom ◽  
General Competence ◽  
Medical University

The article focuses on a relevant issue of the development of intercultural competence in the health care context. Intercultural competence is a necessary component of any healthcare professional’s general competence. This is a demand not only at the federal level, but the cultural diversity of the population of is an ever-growing reality. The author also emphasizes the importance of learning a foreign language not only as a means of communication and cultural development, but also as a means of developing intercultural competence in health care. The results of the empirical part of the study are introduced. The survey was carried out among medical university students. The aim of this study is to analyze the preparedness of students for interaction with patients of different cultural backgrounds in health care profession. The method of questionnaire was used. The students gave their concepts of intercultural competence, defined its role in their future profession, and in a foreign language classroom.

Guidelines for risk reduction and quality improvement in the provision of dental care in medical institutions of the municipality "Ekaterinburg»

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Александр Чернавский ◽  
Aleksandr Chernavskiy ◽  
Ирина Русакова ◽  
Irina Rusakova ◽  
Антон Бичун ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Medical Care ◽  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Dental Care ◽  
Medical Personnel ◽  
Medical Organization ◽  
New Model ◽  
North West ◽  
Medical University ◽  
Priority Project

This model of management of medical organizations providing dental care in the municipality "city of Yekaterinburg" (hereinafter ― the Guide), developed by the North-West state medical University. I. Mechnikova (SZSMU), the Department of emergency medical care, the Department of therapeutic dentistry and propaedeutics of dental diseases, the Department of public health and health organization of the Ural state medical University (UMMU), the Department of clinical psychology and psychophysiology of the Ural Federal University named after the first President of Russia B. N. Yeltsin (Urfu) in the framework of the Priority project "Creation of a new model of medical organization providing primary health care". The main objectives of the Priority project " Creation of a new model of medical organization..."and this Manual recommended for performance by all organizations and the medical organizations in the territory of municipality" the city of Yekaterinburg " performing the municipal task on rendering free medical care within the Territorial program of the state guarantees of free rendering medical care to citizens: improving the work of outpatient departments of municipal health care institutions of the municipality " Ekaterinburg city»; the introduction of a unified institutional approach to the modus operandi of the staff of the clinics; introduction of patient-oriented technologies in polyclinics of Yekaterinburg; increasing the availability of outpatient medical care; prevention and risk reduction in the provision of dental care through the introduction of an identification Protocol and standardization of medical care; rational organization of work of medical personnel of polyclinics; improving the psychology of the relationship of patient and medical worker, psycho, psycho-corrective and therapeutic ways to help patients.

scholarly journals Implementation of a Learning Management System for Medical Students: A Case Study of Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College

MedEdPublish ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Davita Tibyampansha ◽  
Glory Ibrahim ◽  
Gibson Kapanda ◽  
Chrispina Tarimo ◽  
Amani Minja ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Management System ◽  
Learning Management System ◽  
University College ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Medical University
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