scholarly journals Awareness and Level of Knowledge About Surgical Site Infections and Risks of Wound Infection Among Medical Physicians in King Abdulaziz University Hospital: Cross-Sectional Study

10.2196/12769 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. e12769
Author(s):  
Wahbi Albishi ◽  
Marwan Ahmad Albeshri ◽  
Hatan Hisham Mortada ◽  
Khaled Alzahrani ◽  
Rakan Alharbi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wound Infection ◽  
Surgical Site Infections ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
King Abdulaziz University ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

scholarly journals Awareness and Level of Knowledge About Surgical Site Infections and Risks of Wound Infection Among Medical Physicians in King Abdulaziz University Hospital: Cross-Sectional Study (Preprint)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wahbi Albishi ◽  
Marwan Ahmad Albeshri ◽  
Hatan Hisham Mortada ◽  
Khaled Alzahrani ◽  
Rakan Alharbi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wound Infection ◽  
Wound Care ◽  
Quality Care ◽  
Surgical Site Infections ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
King Abdulaziz University ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Definition Of

BACKGROUND Surgical site infections (SSIs) are one of the leading causes of death, and its prevention is a key element of applying the concept of patient safety and quality care. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess the level of knowledge about SSIs and risks of wound infection among medical physicians in King Abdulaziz University Hospital. METHODS All surgical and medical consultants, specialists, residents, and medical interns were invited to participate in the study. A 20-Item multiple-choice questionnaire was developed by reviewing the previous literature and with the help of a group of certified surgeons to assess the level of knowledge in all participants. RESULTS A total of 119 doctors were included in this study. Among all respondents, 92 (77.3%) were intern doctors, 16 (13.4%) were resident doctors, and 11 (9.2%) were specialist doctors. Moreover, 66 (55.5%) doctors knew the definition of SSI. Only one-quarter, that is, 30 (25.2%) doctors knew about the incidence of SSI. In addition, 8 doctors (6.7%) had good knowledge, 75 (63.0%) had fair knowledge, and 36 (30.2%) had poor knowledge regarding SSI according to this study. CONCLUSIONS Level of knowledge about SSIs and risks of wound infections among medical physicians should be improved to ensure better wound care and quality care for the patients.

scholarly journals Parental Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors Toward Their Epileptic Children at King Abdulaziz University Hospital: Cross-Sectional Study (Preprint)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdulelah Kinkar ◽  
Dalya Alqarni ◽  
Abdulaziz Alghamdi ◽  
Sahal Wali ◽  
Nasser Alghamdi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Educational Level ◽  
Parental Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Significant Relation ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Epileptic Children ◽  
King Abdulaziz University ◽  
The Mean

BACKGROUND Epilepsy is a chronic disease characterized by periodic seizures that result from abnormal integrated firing impulses in the brain. It is one of the most common neurological disorders. Over the past few years, there has been increasing awareness about the effect that having a child with epilepsy has on parents and the reciprocal impact of parental knowledge and attitudes regarding epilepsy on the affected child. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess parental knowledge, attitudes, and behavior toward their epileptic children. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2018 by the Pediatric Neurology Department of King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A sample size of 115 of 332 parents who have a child diagnosed with epilepsy and aged 18 years or younger were recruited for this study. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 21. Data analysis was performed using an independent <italic>t</italic> test, a chi-square test, one-way analysis of variance, and correlation analysis. RESULTS A total of 115 participants answered the questionnaire; of these, 65 (56.5%) were men, with an average age of 40.3 years, and the mean age of the children was 9.0 years. Overall, 85 (85/115, 73.9%) children were taken care of by both of their parents. The mean parental knowledge score was 7.49 (SD 2.08) out of 12, and it was significantly related to the educational level of the parent (<italic>P</italic>=.004). The knowledge question that was most frequently answered incorrectly was “Diagnosis of epilepsy is usually made based on at least two unprovoked seizures.” As only 28.7% (33/115) of participants chose the correct answer, mean parental attitude score was 26.51 (SD 4.284) out of 35, and there was no significant relation with the educational level of parents (<italic>P</italic>=.13); however, it was negatively correlated with the child’s age (<italic>P</italic>=.045). Mean parental behavioral score was 23.35 (SD 4.121) out of 35, and there was no significant relation with the educational level of the parents (<italic>P</italic>=.24). The most negatively answered question for the behavior section was “I can leave my child without supervision,” with a mean score of 2.25 (SD 1.09) out of 5. Gender did not play a significant role in parental knowledge, attitudes, or behavior (<italic>P</italic>=.44, <italic>P</italic>=.77, and <italic>P</italic>=.99, respectively). CONCLUSIONS Parental knowledge in our sample still needs improvement. Therefore, more awareness campaigns should be made for the community and for the parents of affected children to create a supportive environment for the children and help them thrive and develop.

scholarly journals Parental Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors Toward Their Epileptic Children at King Abdulaziz University Hospital: Cross-Sectional Study

10.2196/12697 ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. e12697 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdulelah Kinkar ◽  
Dalya Alqarni ◽  
Abdulaziz Alghamdi ◽  
Sahal Wali ◽  
Nasser Alghamdi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Educational Level ◽  
Parental Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Significant Relation ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Epileptic Children ◽  
King Abdulaziz University ◽  
The Mean

Background Epilepsy is a chronic disease characterized by periodic seizures that result from abnormal integrated firing impulses in the brain. It is one of the most common neurological disorders. Over the past few years, there has been increasing awareness about the effect that having a child with epilepsy has on parents and the reciprocal impact of parental knowledge and attitudes regarding epilepsy on the affected child. Objective This study aimed to assess parental knowledge, attitudes, and behavior toward their epileptic children. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2018 by the Pediatric Neurology Department of King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A sample size of 115 of 332 parents who have a child diagnosed with epilepsy and aged 18 years or younger were recruited for this study. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 21. Data analysis was performed using an independent t test, a chi-square test, one-way analysis of variance, and correlation analysis. Results A total of 115 participants answered the questionnaire; of these, 65 (56.5%) were men, with an average age of 40.3 years, and the mean age of the children was 9.0 years. Overall, 85 (85/115, 73.9%) children were taken care of by both of their parents. The mean parental knowledge score was 7.49 (SD 2.08) out of 12, and it was significantly related to the educational level of the parent (P=.004). The knowledge question that was most frequently answered incorrectly was “Diagnosis of epilepsy is usually made based on at least two unprovoked seizures.” As only 28.7% (33/115) of participants chose the correct answer, mean parental attitude score was 26.51 (SD 4.284) out of 35, and there was no significant relation with the educational level of parents (P=.13); however, it was negatively correlated with the child’s age (P=.045). Mean parental behavioral score was 23.35 (SD 4.121) out of 35, and there was no significant relation with the educational level of the parents (P=.24). The most negatively answered question for the behavior section was “I can leave my child without supervision,” with a mean score of 2.25 (SD 1.09) out of 5. Gender did not play a significant role in parental knowledge, attitudes, or behavior (P=.44, P=.77, and P=.99, respectively). Conclusions Parental knowledge in our sample still needs improvement. Therefore, more awareness campaigns should be made for the community and for the parents of affected children to create a supportive environment for the children and help them thrive and develop.

scholarly journals Anxiety states and knowledge of COVID-19 among pregnant women during the pandemic in Turkey – a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 10-17
Author(s):  
Esra Hoşoğlu ◽  
◽  
Berkan Şahin ◽  
Bedia Sultan Önal ◽  
Sema Baki Yıldırım ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
State Trait Anxiety Inventory ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Anxiety States ◽  
Gestational Week ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Introduction. Infectious outbreaks have negative effects not only on the physical health of the society but also on the mental health. Aim. To evaluate the anxiety states and knowledge of COVID-19 during the pandemic in pregnant women. Material and methods. Cross-sectional study conducted in a university hospital in Turkey. A total of 199 pregnant women were included in the study. The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI), two questionnaires to evaluate the knowledge about COVID-19, and COVID-19-related anxiety were applied to all the women. Results. The highest level of COVID-19-related anxieties were about their spouses or newborns contracting COVID-19, effects of drugs on fetus and contracting COVID-19 during delivery. There was a negative correlation between gestational week and the questionnaire of COVID-19-related anxieties (r=-0.152, p=0.037). STAI total score was 76.48±14.11, and STAI-T scores (42.39±7.66) were higher than STAI-S scores (34.09±8.77). Although their general knowledge about the disease was relatively good, their level of knowledge on issues that pertained specifically to pregnancy was low. Conclusion. These findings indicated more than four months had passed since the pandemic came to the country but, pregnant women were very worried and did not have enough information about the disease.

scholarly journals Perception of Plastic Surgery and the Role of Media Among Medical Students: Cross-Sectional Study (Preprint)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hatan Hisham Mortada ◽  
Yara Aayed Alqahtani ◽  
Hadeel Zakaria Seraj ◽  
Wahbi Khalid Albishi ◽  
Hattan A Aljaaly
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Plastic Surgery ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
King Abdulaziz University ◽  
The Mean

BACKGROUND Although plastic surgery has been gaining a lot of popularity recently, there seems to be limited perception and a poor understanding of this field by both medical professionals, including medical students, and the general public. This might alter referral patterns as well as medical students’ choice to pursue a career in plastic surgery. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to assess knowledge and perception of plastic surgery among medical students and to explore the influencing factors underlying particular beliefs. METHODS Data for this cross-sectional study were collected between August 22 and December 22, 2017. The questionnaire was formulated on the basis of our own study objectives and from available questionnaires with similar objectives. It was composed of 14 questions divided into three main parts: demographics, the specialty of plastic surgery, and media involvement and its effect on plastic surgery. The study was conducted via an online questionnaire among medical students in all years at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Data were considered significant at P<.05. All analyses were performed using SPSS, version 20. RESULTS A total of 886 medical students participated in this study. We achieved a response rate of 56.79%. The mean age of the participants was 21.2 years. The mean awareness score was 9.7 (SD 4.2) for female students and 8.3 (SD 4.2) for male students (P<.001). The condition most commonly known to be treated by a plastic surgeon was burns (70.3% of responses). CONCLUSIONS Medical students do not have adequate awareness of plastic surgery, and early exposure to this specialty may enhance their awareness.

Awareness of Diabetic Eye Diseases among Diabetic In-Patients at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, cross sectional study. (Preprint)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed Abdulrahman Basheikh ◽  
Lujain Faisal Bashamakh ◽  
Anan Abdulghaffar Aljawi ◽  
Ibtihal Oudah Al-Gamdi ◽  
Mariya Saeed Bahashwan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Eye Disease ◽  
Considerable Proportion ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Diabetic Eye Disease ◽  
King Abdulaziz University

BACKGROUND Background: Saudi Arabia is the second most common country affected by diabetes mellitus in the Middle East, and it is the seventh in the world. Approximately 10% of diabetic patients develop visual impairment and blindness due to ocular complications. These could be prevented by increasing awareness. OBJECTIVE Aim: To assess the awareness of diabetic eye disease among diabetic in-patients. METHODS Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 241 diabetic in-patients at treated between 2014 and 2017 at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The data were collected through a telephone-based interview and analysis was performed using SPSS. The chi-square test was used to investigate the relationship between demographic data and awareness to diabetic eye disease. RESULTS Results: A total of 241 patients were included in the analyses. Of these, 140 (58.1%) were males. Approximately 80.9% of the patients knew about diabetic eye disease. Patients with a higher educational level and economic status were more aware about diabetic eye disease. A considerable proportion of the patients (79.7%) were aware that retinopathy could be caused by diabetes. Conversely, only 41.9% and 32.8% were aware that cataract and glaucoma could be caused by diabetes mellitus, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Conclusion: Most patients were aware of the ophthalmologic complications of diabetes. Despite being aware of diabetic retinopathy, more than half of the patients did not know that it was curable; hence, more public health education is needed.

scholarly journals Patients’ Perception toward Medical Students’ Involvement in Their Surgical Care: Single Center Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Talal Al-Khatib ◽  
Sanaa Bin Othman ◽  
Basem El-Deek
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Surgical Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Outpatient Clinics ◽  
Bedside Teaching ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Single Center Study ◽  
King Abdulaziz University

Objectives. To investigate patients’ perception regarding medical students’ role in the operating theatre.Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted on a randomly selected sample at King Abdulaziz University Hospital.Results. 131 participated in this study. 77 of the participants were females and 50 participants were males. 46.4% think that it was important for the future doctors to be in theater during surgery. 60.2% thought that medical students only observed surgeons in the theatre and 39% thought that medical students performed minor procedures in the theatre.Conclusion. Patients underestimated the importance of medical students’ attendance and involvement in theatre compared to bedside teaching and outpatient clinics. Patients believed that medical students should obtain their consent prior to observing them in the theatre.

CICATRIZAÇÃO E TRATAMENTO DE FERIDAS: A INTERFACE DO CONHECIMENTO À PRÁTICA DO ENFERMEIRO

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Matheus Pierson Colares ◽  
Cristiana Da Costa Luciano ◽  
Heliny Carneiro Cunha Neves ◽  
Anaclara Ferreira Veiga Tipple ◽  
Hélio Galdino Júnior
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Length Of Stay ◽  
Residence Time ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Occlusive Dressings ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Objetivos: determinar o nível de conhecimento de enfermeiros sobre cicatrização e tratamento de feridas e avaliar a indicação e o tempo de permanência dos produtos utilizados no curativo. Materiais e Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo transversal, realizado em um hospital universitário, com a aplicação de questionário para verificação do nível de conhecimento e observação da prática de curativo realizado pelo enfermeiro, quanto a indicação e o tempo de permanência dos produtos. Resultados: Constatou-se baixo conhecimento nos parâmetros: debridamento, exsudato, biofilme e sinais de infecção e em 48,5% das feridas avaliadas a indicação inadequada de produtos ou coberturas. Também foi inadequado, o tempo de permanência dos produtos com recomendação de troca entre 5 e 7 dias. Conclusões: O artigo destaca que os temas debridamento, exsudato,  biofilmes e indicação e permanência de produtos devem ser reforçados nos centros formadores e na qualificação em serviço.Descritores: Cicatrização; Conhecimento; Curativos oclusivos; Enfermeiras e Enfermeiros.WOUND HEALING AND TREATMENT: THE INTERFACE OF KNOWLEDGE TO THE PRACTICE OF THE NURSEObjectives: To determine the level of knowledge of nurses about wound healing and treatment and to evaluate the indication and the residence time of the products used in the dressing. Methodology: This was a cross-sectional study, carried out in a university hospital, with the application of a questionnaire to verify the level of knowledge (N = 18 nurses) and observation of the dressing practice performed by the nurse, regarding the indication and length of stay (N = 110 dressing observations). Results: Low knowledge on the parameters: debridement, exudate, biofilm and signs of infection were observed, and from the observations, inadequate indication of products was found in 48.5%, as well as the time of permanence of those products was inadequate. exchange recommendation between five and seven days. Conclusion: It should be emphasized that the debridement, exudate, biofilms, and indication and length of stay of products should be reinforced in the training centers and in-service qualification.Descriptors: Wound Healing; Knowledge; Occlusive Dressings; Nurses.CICATRIZACIÓN Y TRATAMIENTO DE HERIDAS: LA INTERFAZ DEL CONOCIMIENTO A LA PRÁCTICA DEL ENFERMEROObjetivos: determinar el nivel de conocimiento de enfermeros sobre cicatrización y tratamiento de heridas y evaluar la indicación y el tiempo de permanencia de los productos utilizados en el vendaje. En el presente trabajo se analizaron los resultados obtenidos en el estudio de los resultados obtenidos en el estudio de los resultados obtenidos, tiempo de permanencia de los productos (N = 110 observaciones de curativos). Resultados: Se constató bajo conocimiento en los parámetros: debridamiento, exudado, biofilm y signos de infección y, a partir de las observaciones, se encontró una indicación inadecuada de productos en el 48,5%, así como fue inadecuado el tiempo de permanencia de aquellos productos con recomendación de intercambio entre cinco y siete días. Conclusión: Se destaca que los temas debridamiento, exudado, biopelículas y indicación y tiempo de permanencia de productos deben ser reforzados en los centros formadores y en la calificación en servicio.Descriptores: Cicatrización de Heridas; conocimiento; Apósitos Oclusivos; Enfermeros.

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