scholarly journals COLLEGE CONVERSION INTO COVID-19 QUARANTINE CENTER: READINESS OF PARENTS ON STUDENTS RESUMPTION TO COLLEGE

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (5) ◽  
pp. 44
Author(s):  
Rhoda Nchogu ◽  
Dorcas Ngechu ◽  
Caroline Mramba ◽  
Jane Kima ◽  
Dominic Mutonga
Keyword(s):  
Higher Learning ◽  
Unique Contribution ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Perception Of Safety ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Key Stakeholders ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Learning Institutions

Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess parents’ readiness to allow students resume college after closure due to COVID-19.  Methodology: The study was descriptive cross-sectional design done at KMTC-Mombasa Campus. Participants (parents) were selected using multistage convenient random sampling method, where an assumption of each student having at least one parent was made. The total population of students is 850, 10% of the student population was found to be a representative number for parents. (0.1x850), n=85 with a confidence level of 95%. Response rate was 85.8% (n=73). Data was obtained using interviewer administered questionnaires. Data analysis was done using SPSS and results presented using tables and narrations. Results: 78% (57) parents were willing to allow students resume college immediately while 22 % of parents were reluctant to allow students go back to college. 78% (57) parents were aware of the college being used as a quarantine center whereas 22% (16) were unaware. 92% (67) guardians perceived the college as safe despite its use as a quarantine center, while 8% of the guardians termed the college unsafe. 8% (6) parents who perceived the college as unsafe were being reluctant to allow their children back to college. Perception of safety significantly affected the readiness to allow students back to college with a chi-square value of (p=0.001). Unique contribution to theory, practice, and policy This study investigated readiness of as parents as key stakeholders to allow students to resume college after it had been  utilized as a quarantine centre during the COVID 19 pandemic. Readiness of parents to allow students resume studies in an institution used as a quarantine centre for clients suspected of having a highly infectious disease has not been examined in literature before especially in institutions of higher learning. The findings of this study are useful to policy makers and leaders in education sector as normalcy resumes and learning institutions are opened. 

scholarly journals COLLEGE CONVERSION INTO COVID-19 QUARANTINE CENTER: READINESS OF STUDENTS TO GO BACK TO COLLEGE

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (6) ◽  
pp. 64
Author(s):  
Rachael Mwende ◽  
Caroline Mramba ◽  
Dominic Mutonga ◽  
Rhoda Nchogu ◽  
Marsellah Ogendo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sample Size Determination ◽  
Unique Contribution ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Learning Institutions ◽  
Structured Questionnaire ◽  
Statistical Formula

Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess students’ readiness to go back to college after closure due to COVID-19.  Methodology: The study used a descriptive cross-sectional design which was done at KMTC-Mombasa Campus. Participants (Students) were selected using multi stage sampling and sample size determination was done using Fischer’s statistical formula at a confidence level of (p=95%), n=253. Data was obtained using a structured questionnaire through online surveys and focused group discussions via online platform. Data analysis was done using SPSS and Excel then results presented using tables and narrations. Results: 76.7% (194) of the respondents were ready to get back to college immediately while 23.3% (59) were willing to resume studies later. The main reason for respondents wanting to go back to college immediately was to finish school (n=60). 67.8 % (40) of the respondents who wanted to go back later feared contracting COVID-19. 78% (175) of respondents were aware that college had been used as quarantine center yet they were still ready to go back to college immediately. Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The closure of learning institutions globally during the COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented. Readiness of college students to resume studies in an institution used as a quarantine centre for clients suspected of having a highly infectious disease has not been examined in literature. The findings of this study are useful to policy makers and leaders in education sector as normalcy resumes and learning institutions are opened. 

scholarly journals COLLEGE CONVERSION INTO QUARANTINE CENTRE: PARENTS’ PERCEPTION ON SAFETY AT KENYA MEDICAL TRAINING COLLEGE, MOMBASA

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 83
Author(s):  
Japheth Ogada ◽  
Rita Miriti ◽  
Marsellah Ogendo ◽  
Winnie Barawa ◽  
Florence Hawa
Keyword(s):  
Medical Training ◽  
Unique Contribution ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Safety Measures ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Perception Of Safety ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Face To Face Learning ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Learning Institutions

Purpose: The aim of this study was to determine perception of parents on safety of their children upon resumption of face-to-face studies at Kenya Medical Training College, Mombasa after its temporary conversion into COVID-19 quarantine centre. Methodology: The study was a descriptive cross-sectional design done at KMTC-Mombasa. 85 (10%) parents were sampled by convenience method from total population of 850. Multi stage sampling was used to select 85 participants. Data was collected through structured phone administered interview. Response rate was 85.8% (73). Descriptive analyses were carried out using SPSS 26. Presentation of the results was done by use of graphs, pie charts and tables. Findings: 65.8% (48) of parents were aware of KMTC Mombasa having being converted into COVID-19 quarantine centre. Most parents 91.8% (67) felt safe for their children to go back to college. Availability of clear information about safety measures was cited by 69% (46) of the parents as the reason they felt the students would be safe. Only 6 parents (8.2%) felt unsafe for their children. They explained that COVID-19 spreads quickly in congested places like schools and that the college was ‘highly infectious’ as a quarantine centre. There was a significant relationship between parents perception of safety of the college and their proposition of dates of reopening the college (p=0.01). Parents generally considered the college facilities conducive for use (Mean=61.33%). Unique contribution to theory, practice and Policy: The views of parents as key stakeholders when learning institutions are converted into quarantine centers during a pandemic have not been explored in literature. Parents who perceived the college as safe would allow their children to go back to college and resume face-to-face learning as soon as possible. However, parents who perceived the college as unsafe would stop their children from going back to college. For smooth learning, it is important for college management to ensure that necessary safety measures are put in place and communicated to parents before reopening of college.

Awareness of Breastfeeding Laws and Provisions of Students and Employees of Institutions of Higher Learning in Georgia

2018 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 323-339 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alex Kojo Anderson ◽  
Evan Johnson ◽  
Nicole Motoyasu ◽  
Whitney E. Bignell
Keyword(s):  
Race And Ethnicity ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
The United States ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
University System Of Georgia ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Initiative Program

Background: Over the past 2 decades, southern states in the United States have recorded the lowest breastfeeding rates. It is not known whether awareness of breastfeeding laws and provision of resources play any role in their breastfeeding practices. Research aims: The aims were (a) to describe awareness of breastfeeding laws and provisions by students and employees of institutions of higher learning in the state of Georgia, (b) to describe awareness by race and ethnicity, and (c) to determine factors associated with awareness of breastfeeding laws and provisions among students and employees within Georgia institutions of higher learning. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey of students ( n = 1,923) and employees ( n = 1,311) associated with five institutions within the University System of Georgia ( N = 3,271) was completed. Convenience sampling was used. Data were collected through Qualtrics. Chi-square test was used to examine differences between groups, while logistic regression was used to examine associations. Results: Participants included 33.3% undergraduate, 26.2% graduate students, 24.6% staff, 14.2% faculty, and 1.7% administrators. Over two thirds were female and white. Almost one third reported having a child or children. Awareness of breastfeeding laws and provisions was very low among respondents, with 26.6 and 9.6% aware of federal and state provisions, respectively. While less than 10% were familiar with the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative program, 52.6% reported their institution provides a supportive environment for breastfeeding. Being a student and being a minority were negatively associated with awareness of laws and provisions that support breastfeeding. Conclusion: The need for focused efforts on increasing awareness of legislative and institutional provisions and support for breastfeeding exists.

scholarly journals FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN PERSEPSI TENTANG KESELAMATAN BERKENDARA PADA MAHASISWA PENGENDARA SEPEDA MOTOR

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 615-623
Author(s):  
Heni Fa'riatul Aeni ◽  
Rina Ratnaningrum
Keyword(s):  
Research Study ◽  
Driving Safety ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Safe Driving ◽  
Driving Experience ◽  
Perception Of Safety ◽  
Police Report ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Sepeda motor dapat menjadi ancaman besar terhadap kecelakaan yang terjadi dijalan raya dan menjadi penyumbang korban tertinggi. Laporan Polres Cirebon Kota, laka lantas pada tahun 2013 mengalami kenaikan sebesar 45 persen, yaitu dari 228 kasus pada tahun 2012 menjadi 415 kasus pada tahun 2013. Kecelakaan terbanyak terjadi pada usia produktif yakni usia 20-39 tahun, sedangkan mahasiswa di STIKes Cirebon termasuk ke dalam rentan usia tersebut. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor yang berhubungan dengan persepsi tentang keselamatan berkendara pada mahasiswa pengendara sepeda motor di STIKes Cirebon tahun 2014. Penelitian ini menggunakan instrument penelitian berupa kuesioner. Rancangan penelitian ini adalah desain cross sectional, dengan populasi seluruh mahasiswa pengendara sepeda motor di STIKes Cirebon sebanyak 396 responden dan pengambilan sampel secara asidental (accidental) yaitu sebanyak 77 responden. Data dianalisis secara statistik menggunakan uji chi square.Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan tidak ada hubungan antara usia dengan persepsi tentang keselamatan berkendara (Pvalue = 1,000), tidak ada hubungan antara jenis kelamin dengan persepsi tentang keselamatan berkendara (Pvalue = 0,902), ada hubungan antara motivasi dengan persepsi tentang keselamatan berkendara (Pvalue = 0,039), tidak ada hubungan antara pengalaman dengan persepsi tentang keselamatan berkendara (Pvalue = 1,171).  Kata Kunci:   Motivasi, Pengalaman Mengemudi, dan Persepsi ABSTRACT Motorcycles can be a major threat to the accident that occurred on the highway and became the highest contributor to the victim. Cirebon City Police report, lacquer then in 2013 increased by 45 percent, from 228 cases in 2012 to 415 cases in 2013 Accident occurred in the productive age ie 20-39 years of age, whereas students in Cirebon STIKes including to in the vulnerable age. The purpose of this study was to determine the factors associated with the perception of the driving safety of motorcyclists on students in Cirebon STIKes 2014. This research study used a questionnaire instrument. The study design was a cross-sectional design, with the entire student population of motorcyclists in Cirebon STIKes much as 396 respondents and sampling asidental (accidental) is a total of 77 respondents. The data were statistically analyzed using the chi square test. The results of this study showed no association between age and perception of safety driving (pvalue = 1.000), there was no relationship between sex with perceptions about the safety of driving (pvalue = 0.902), there is a relationship between motivation and perception of safety driving (pvalue = 0.039), there is no relationship between the experience of the perception of safe driving (pvalue = 1.171).Keywords: Age, Gender, Motivation, Driving Experience, and Perception

scholarly journals HANDLING DISTRUST ON RISK COMMUNICATION IN NIGERIA: A STRATEGY TO STRENGTHENING THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK RESPONSE

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-22
Author(s):  
Olayinka Stephen Ilesanmi ◽  
Priscilla Onaopemipo Akosile ◽  
Aanuoluwapo Adeyimika Afolabi ◽  
Victor Okoliko Ukwenya
Keyword(s):  
Risk Communication ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Outbreak Response ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
High Level

Abstract Background This study aimed to assess the level of trust in the COVID-19 risk communication efforts in Nigeria. Methods We conducted a descriptive cross-sectional study among community members aged 15 years and above in Ondo state in October, 2020. Data were collected using an interviewer-administered questionnaire. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 22. Descriptive statistics were summarized using frequencies. Trust was ranked from “1” implying “Low level of trust” to “7” denoting “High level of trust”. We conducted bivariate Chi-square test on respondents’ level of trust in the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and socio-demographic characteristics. The level of significance was set at p<0.05. Results Among the 691 respondents, 244 (35.3%) were aged 21 to 29 years, and 304 (51.4%) used the NCDC to obtain COVID-19 knowledge. Overall, 205 (41.8%) had high level of trust in the NCDC. Furthermore, 51 (51.5%) individuals aged 30-39 years had high level of trust in the NCDC (ᵡ2=17.455, p= 0.001). Also, 114 (48.5%) persons who lived with children below 18 years had high level of trust in the NCDC (ᵡ2= 8.266, p= 0.004). Conclusion Policy makers should prioritize the involvement of young and educated persons in COVID-19 risk communication strategies.

Generation “X” and “Y” knowledge sharing behaviour

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 325-342 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Sabbir Rahman ◽  
Nuraihan Mat Daud ◽  
Hasliza Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Generational Differences ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Peninsular Malaysia ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Learning Institutions ◽  
The Relationship

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationship between employee motivation and intention for knowledge sharing behaviour. Inter-generational differences (generations X and Y only) were assumed to moderate in the relationship between intention and knowledge sharing behaviour of non-academic staff of higher learning institutions. This research also aims to test the role of behavioural intention as mediation between motivation and knowledge sharing behaviour. Design/methodology/approach This research tested a conceptual framework derived from widely accepted theories. This study was carried out on non-academic staff working at the different higher learning institutions in Malaysia. Respondents from private and public higher learning institutions in Peninsular Malaysia were asked to complete a self-administered questionnaire. This research also applied confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modelling to examine the proposed hypothesis of this inquiry. Findings Results indicate that non-academic staff knowledge sharing behaviour was significantly mediated by intention between motivation and knowledge sharing behaviour relationship. More specifically, inter-generational differences (generations X and Y) play a significant moderation role between intention and knowledge sharing behaviour. Research limitations/implications The generalizability of this cross-sectional study can be strengthened by adopting a longitudinal approach in the next phase of the study. Practical implications The results of this research highlighted that the higher learning institutions need to institutionalize knowledge sharing behaviour among their non-academic staff (executive and non-executive) by facilitating knowledge sharing-oriented work environment. Originality/value This paper has attempted to furnish a comprehensive understanding of knowledge sharing behaviour among the non-academic staff of higher learning institutions.

scholarly journals Factors Affecting the Decision of Patients to Utilize Health Services for Recycling

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 58-68
Author(s):  
Dherma Wati Bangun ◽  
Dherma Wati Bangun ◽  
Vivi Eulis Diana
Keyword(s):  
Health Services ◽  
Regional Hospital ◽  
Dominant Factor ◽  
Public Confidence ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Health Products ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Patients in health services have different behaviors in deciding to take advantage of health services. Patients used various considerations to make decisions based on the health products or services for re-treatment. The study aimed to analyze the factors that influence the patient's decision in using health services for re-treatment. This research was quantitative with cross-sectional design and conducted at Tanjung Pura Regional Hospital. The population was 3.946 people, and the sample were 247 respondents taken by using purposive sampling. Data analysis was univariate and bivariate using chi-square and multivariate using multiple logistic regression at the 95% confidence level (a= .05). The results showed that the factors that influenced the patient's decision to use health services for re-treatment at the Tanjung Pura Regional Hospital were the service quality of doctors / nurses (p= .000), distance (p=.049), facilities (p=0.000), and service speed (p = .000). The factors that did not influence we age (p=.461). gender (p=.895), education (p=.371), occupation (p=.593). The most dominant factor influencing is facilities with Exp (B)/OR =14.477, meaning that respondents who stated that the hospital facilities were good, had the opportunity to use health services for re-treatment by 14.4 times higher the respondents who stated that the hospital facilities were not good. It is suggested to Tanjung Pura Regional Hospital to propose and allocate a budget for improving hospital facilities that are still lacking and adding new service facilities so that it can increase public confidence for repeat treatment

scholarly journals Hubungan Masa Kerja, Jenis Kelamin dan Sikap Kerja dengan Keluhan Muskuloskeletal pada Operator SPBU di Kota Kupang

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 42-49
Author(s):  
Kasimirus Ebu To ◽  
Noorce C. Berek ◽  
Agus Setyobudi
Keyword(s):  
Work Attitudes ◽  
P Value ◽  
Musculoskeletal Complaints ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Work Tenure ◽  
The Relationship

Musculoskeletal disorder (MSDs) is a disorder in workers. This work-related disease has a high prevalence globally. MSDs occurs in work environment that exposes workers to non-ergonomic posture. The disorder triggers fatigue and indirectly adds to the workload among workers. This study aims to analyze the relationship between work tenure, sex and work attitudes with musculoskeletal complaints in general refueling station operators in Kupang City. The research was an analytical survey with a cross-sectional design. The research were conducted at 15 General Refueling Stations in Kupang from October to November 2019. A sample of 69 people were selected from the population of 222 operators. Data were analyzed by using chi-square (X2) with p-value = 0,05. The results showed that there was a relationship between musculoskeletal complaints and length of work (ρ-value= 0,004), gender (ρ-value 0,007) and work attitude (ρ-value= 0,001).

scholarly journals Hubungan Antara Kualitas & Kuantitas Riwayat Kunjungan Antenatal Care (ANC) Dengan Stunting Pada Balita Usia 24-59 Bulan Di Kecamatan Pujon Kabupaten Malang

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 100-111
Author(s):  
Vita Camelia ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Antenatal Care ◽  
P Value ◽  
Growth Disorders ◽  
Height Measurement ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Standard Curve ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
History Of ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Stunting is a children growth problem that occurs a result of chronic malnutrition in the first 1000 days of life. The indicator of stunting is using the height measurement according to age HFA (Height for Age) under -2 SD based on the WHO growth standard curve according to sex. The impacts of stunting are the occurrence of growth disorders, barriers to development and the risk of metabolic disorders in adulthood. One of the risk factors for stunting is history of quality and quantity Antenatal Care (ANC). This study aimed to determine the relationship between quality and quantity history of ANC visits and stunting in toddlers aged 24-59 years in Pujon District Malang Regency. The method used in this research was observational analytic by using cross-sectional design. The population of this study was all mothers who have children aged 24-59 months that were conducted in January 2020. Ninety eight respondents taken by purposive sampling as the sample of the research. The data was obtained by filling out questionnaires and KIA books, then analyzed with chi-square test (α = 0.05). The results showed that there was a significant relationship in quality (p-value = 0.004) and quantity (p-value = 0.003) toward stunting.

scholarly journals Konsumsi makanan tinggi natrium, kesukaan rasa asin, berat badan, dan tekanan darah pada anak sekolah

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 89
Author(s):  
Heni Hendriyani ◽  
Enik Sulistyowati ◽  
Astidio Noviardhi
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Food Consumption ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Later Life ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Data ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Background: It is a fact that natrium consumption relates to hypertension and the risk of heart disease and stroke. Even though it is common happened in later life, hypertension can be started in early age.Objective: The aim of the study is to identify salty food preference, high natrium food consumption, natrium intake, weight and its correlation with blood pressure among schoolchildren.Method: The study used cross-sectional design. There were 151 samples from junior high school chosen by purposive sampling. Food salty level data was assessed by eating the snack with three different salt concentration. High and low natrium source food and natrium intake data were taken using semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire. Blood pressure was measured by sphygmomanometer digital. Bivariate analysis was used Chi-square and Rank Spearman test.Results: The study revealed that 74,2% children prefer snack with the salt level above recommendation (> 0,5 gr salt per portion ). There were 22,5% children have natrium intake from food only ≥2000 mg (above recommendation). As much as 35,8% children fall into hypertension category based on their blood pressure (BP) level. There was a significant relationship between high natrium food consumption score with natrium intake (p=0,002). There were significant correlation between weight with systolic and diastolic BP ((p=0,000 r=-0,549 and p=0,000 r=-0,412). There were no correlation between atrium intake with systolic and diastolic BP (p=0,764;  r= 0,0025 and p=0,819 r=0,19).Conclusion: Healthy food and maintaining normal weight information and education must be done for children as early as possible.

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