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Determination of Nasal and Endotracheal (ETT) Microorganisms in Pediatric Patients with Intubated VAP Admitted to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

Background: Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is one of the most common healthcare-related infections in pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. In the present study, due to the importance of prevention, early identification, and treatment of VAP, nasal and endotracheal microorganisms were determined in intubated patients admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit. Objectives: The present study aims to determine the nasal and endotracheal (ETT) microorganisms in pediatric patients with intubated VAP admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). Methods: This cross-sectional two-group case-control study was conducted on 90 intubated patients: Sixty patients with VAP (30 nasal, 30 tracheal tubes) and 30 patients without VAP, hospitalized in the PICU department of Amir al Mominin Ali (AS) Hospital in Zabol, Iran, from March 2018 to December 2018. The criteria for diagnosing VAP was the clinical pulmonary infection score (CPIS). In both case and control groups, samples were collected from nasal tubes using nasal swabs and from tracheal tubes (ETT) as tracheal aspirates from intubated patients, and sent to the laboratory for culture. The collected samples were interpreted in the microbiology laboratory to identify microorganisms. Data collection was done using a demographic information questionnaire and the clinical pulmonary infection score CPIS. The data was entered into SPSS 20 statistical software and analyzed. Results: The results of the present study showed that gender and age of patients do not affect the incidence of VAP, but children with VAP have a significantly longer stay in the PICU. Microbiological examination showed that Klebsiella and Escherichia coli (13.3%) were the most frequent among the positive nasal samples, and Klebsiella and E. coli (36.7%) were the most frequent among the positive tracheal samples. The diversity of microbes observed in ETT samples was also higher. Conclusions: The present study showed that the duration of hospitalization in the pediatric intensive care unit, as well as the age of hospitalized patients, can increase the risk of VAP. Additionally, nasal sampling is effective in identifying and differentiating VAP patients. It is suggested to reduce the duration of hospitalization in these departments as much as possible and to pay more attention to older children to prevent the increase of VAP. The results indicate that nasal bacteria play a role in the more severe occurrence of ventilator-induced pneumonia. Therefore, it is recommended to use broad-spectrum antibiotics and implement preventive nursing measures. If possible, starting feeding earlier through a gastric tube is also suggested.

Profil Resiliensi Akademik Mahasiswa Pendidikan Biologi FKIP Universitas Riau selama pandemi COVID-19

This study aims to describe the profile of academic resilience of Biology Education University of Riau students during the COVID-19 pandemic. To answer these objectives, this study used a descriptive research design with a quantitative approach and (online) survey method. The sample for this research is all active students who took online lectures during the COVID-19 pandemic as many as 76 students. Data was obtained by distributing a modified Academic Resilience Scale (ARS-30) questionnaire randomly (online) to all active batches taking online lectures during the COVID-19 pandemic in the form of an electronic questionnaire (google form). Data analysis by calculating the average (mean) academic resilience of Biology Education University of Riau students in terms of three dimensions of academic resilience, namely the dimensions of persistence, reflection and seeking adaptive assistance, as well as negative impacts and emotional responses. Based on the findings of the researchers, it can be concluded that the academic resilience of Biology Education University of Riau students during the COVID-19 pandemic is relatively high in terms of the dimensions of persistence, reflection and seeking adaptive help, as well as adverse impacts and emotional responses. Further research should look at the academic resilience profile after the COVID-19 pandemic and compare it with the academic resilience profile of biology education students at other universities.

Compatibility between the Auditor and the Institutional Investor and its Impact in Evaluating Requirements with International Accounting Disclosure Standards

The study examined the requirements of accounting disclosure standards from the perspectives of institutional investors and external auditors, highlighting the distinctions between their respective perspectives. due to the importance of the data generated in the financial statements that the institutional investor needs to make investment decisions, and the difference in viewpoints regarding the amount of data disclosure between the two parties. It focusses on outlining what needs to be reported in joint-stock firms' financial statements in a way that promotes objectivity in the financial statements and is transparent, appropriate, and adequate. The study had three main components: the literature and theoretical foundations of accounting disclosure and external auditors comprised the second axis, and the overall methodological framework of the study addressed the first.The idea of disclosure and transparency in the financial statement presentation was covered in the first topic, and the auditor's role and responsibilities in disclosure and transparency in financial reports were covered in the second. As for the third axis, it focused on the practical framework of the research, where an analysis of the sample members’ responses to questionnaire forms distributed to (100) external auditors and (100) institutional investors was presented. The questionnaire questions included three axes, the second axis, which dealt with the income statement's duties under accounting disclosure rules, and the first. It is focused on the balance sheet requirements of accounting disclosure rules. The requirements for accounting disclosure rules for contingent liabilities and events that occur after the budget were covered under the third axis. The research came to several findings after analysing the data for the questions using the SPSS statistical tool. The most important of which were :- The external auditor and the institutional investor have largely agreed upon the requirements of accounting disclosure standards for the income statement. The auditor is particularly interested in the paragraphs that discuss granting credit facilities and avoiding reliance on secondary sources of income, while the investor is more interested in the paragraphs that discuss income and expenses associated with the.fundamental income-generating activities When assessing the accounting disclosure requirements for the balance sheet, the institutional investor and the external auditor have a lot in common. The sections of the financial statements that highlight the uses of money and the requirement to disclose them to users, such as the institutional investor who was concentrating on these lines, are of particular importance to the auditor.due to the fact that they bear in It is fraught with dangers. The external auditor and the institutional investor have essentially reached consensus over their respective points of view when evaluating the accounting disclosure requirements for contingent liabilities and subsequent events . While the investor is primarily focused on the accounting disclosure, the auditor is especially interested in the criteria that revolve around the paragraphs referring to the total value of the provision for losses on loans and advances provided .requirements that place an abnormally high priority on risk In order to set disclosure standards and determine the quantity and quality of data that should be displayed in financial reports while maintaining the transparency necessary to achieve objectivity, the research advises considering the perspectives of the entities that stand to gain from the data generated in those reports as well as the regulatory authorities represented by the external auditor. These guidelines must be updated periodically since investor behaviour changes in response to political, social, and economic factors.

Institutional Collaboration as a Panacea for Students’ Self-Employment in Tertiary Institutions in Bayelsa State, Nigeria

The study investigated institutional collaboration as a panacea for students’ self-employment in tertiary institutions in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. Three research questions were answered in the study. The study adopted convergent mixed method approach while the population of the study as all private employers of labour in small and medium scale businesses in Bayelsa State as well as Directors, lecturers and students in the various Entrepreneurship Centres across all the State owned tertiary institutions in Bayelsa State. The sample size for the study was 192 respondents consisting of three Directors, 30 CEOs of STEAM industries, 15 lecturers and 144 students within and around the selected institutions. Primary sources of data which were questionnaire (quantitative) and Key Informant Interview (qualitative) were used for data collection. Data collected quantitatively was analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequency and percentage while the qualitative data was analyzed using thematic analysis. The result of the study indicated that funding and research collaborations were the major forms of institutional collaboration expected for students’ self-employment. There existed a high extent of collaboration in the areas of capacity building and programmes implementation. The strategies identified as vital to improving these collaborations included the clear definition of the responsibilities of all collaborating partners for improved students’ self-employment. The study recommended regular business meetings between these educational institutions and industry experts to deliberate on emerging issues that will enhance students’ self-employment in these institutions.

The mediating roles of caregiver needs and caregiver readiness in the relation between family resilience and benefit finding in family caregivers of patients with stroke in China

ABSTRACT Objectives The purpose of this study was to assess the effects of family resilience, caregiver needs, and caregiver readiness on benefit finding for family caregivers of patients with stroke and to examine the mediating role of caregiver needs and caregiver readiness between family resilience and benefit finding. Methods In this cross-sectional study, convenience sampling was designed and used to recruit participants from three general hospitals in Jinan, Shandong Province, China, from February to September 2022, in which 340 participants completed the General Information Questionnaire, Chinese version of the Family Resilience Assessment Scale (C-FRAS), Caregiver Needs Assessment Scale (CNAS) Chinese version of the Caregiver Preparedness Scale (C-CPS), and Caregiver Benefit Finding Scale (CBFS). Model 6 in process version 4.0 was used to test the chain mediation model between family resilience and benefit finding for caregiver needs and caregiver readiness. Results Correlation analysis showed that benefit finding in family caregivers was positively associated with family resilience and caregiver readiness and negatively associated with caregiver needs; mediation model tests showed that the total indirect effect of family resilience on benefit finding was 0.163, with the specific mediating effects of caregiver needs and caregiver readiness accounting for 33.74% and 59.51%, and the chain mediating effect of both accounting for 6.75%. Conclusions Family resilience not only directly influences benefit finding for family caregivers but also indirectly affects benefit finding through caregiver needs and caregiver readiness. Caregiver needs and caregiver readiness have a mediating role between family resilience and benefit finding in family caregivers.

Students' Perspectives on the Use of Powtoon Learning Media in Learning Nahwu

Mastery of nahwu knowledge is the key to achieving proficiency and accuracy in language. Like a key that opens a door, nahwu opens the way for students to understand sentence structure, word functions, and meanings contained in Arabic. This study aims to evaluate students' responses to the use of Powtoon learning media in Nahwu learning at Darul Falah Islamic Boarding School. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method with the subject of the study, namely class VIII tsanawiyah students at the Darul Falah Islamic Boarding School as many as 30 students with instruments in the form of questionnaires. The results showed that the majority of students, namely 75%, responded to the use of Powtoon with a very high level of satisfaction. They saw that this media was effective in increasing their understanding of Nahwu concepts, with a percentage of 77.47% stating so. Furthermore, around 75.87% of students also felt that Powtoon was relevant to the learning material they were learning, while 72% admitted that the use of Powtoon was able to increase their interest in learning Nahwu. In addition to these benefits, Powtoon has also been shown to contribute to an increase in students' confidence in learning Nahwu, with 71.73% of students feeling the increase. The findings of this study show that Powtoon has great potential as an interesting and effective alternative learning medium for Nahwu subjects, especially in the pesantren education environment. Thus, the implementation of Powtoon can not only enrich the student learning experience but also support better learning goals in the context of the Nahwu curriculum.

Pengaruh Affiliate Marketing, Live Streaming Dan Program Flash Sale Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Produk Somethinc Secara Online Pada Mahasiswa Universitas Malikussaleh

This study aims to determine the influence of Affiliate Marketing, Live Streaming, and Flash Sale programs on the decision to purchase Somethinc products online among students at Malikussaleh University. A sample of 112 respondents was taken, calculated using the formula of Hair, (2010). Sampling in this study used a nonprobability sampling technique with a purposive sampling method, namely with the criteria of active students and having or currently purchasing Somethinc products. Data collection used primary data in the form of questionnaires distributed offline (directly) and also online (g-form) on social media. The data analysis method used was multiple linear regression analysis using the SPSS program. The distribution of questionnaires that has been conducted by the author obtained research results, namely, partially the Affiliate Marketing variable does not have a significant effect on the decision, possibly due to the low consumer trust in the affiliate partners of Somethinc products, the Live Streaming variable has a significant effect on purchasing decisions because it can reduce the sense of doubt from consumers because it can be seen directly and get clear information from the seller and the Flash Sale variable also has a significant effect partially because this method can increase the sense of urgency for consumers to immediately buy Somethinc products.

Construct validation of Urdu version of Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory: evidence from Pakistan

PurposeMental health problems during the initial years of life are precursors of mental disorders in later life, as well as poor quality of life. However, understanding and assessing the quality of life among children is very challenging and requires appropriate assessment measures. Against this backdrop, this study aims to establish the evidence for the construct and convergent validity of Urdu version of Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL) in Pakistani children.Design/methodology/approachThis study has a cross-sectional study design in which a sample of 291 primary school children (53.3% male children and 44.7% female children) were enrolled from 6 primary schools located in Rawalpindi District in 2021 through random sampling. Children’s ages ranged between 9 and 13 years (M = 10.51 years; SD = 0.73). Urdu translated version PedsQL, Rosenburg self-esteem scale (RSES), strengths and difficulties questionnaire (SDQ), difficulty subscale and socio-demographic form were administered in a group setting.FindingsConfirmatory factor analysis showed model provided a better fit similar to three factors: social/school functioning; psychological functioning; and physical functioning with good alpha reliability for full scale as well for subscales (r = 0.87, r = 0.75, r = 0.77 and r = 0.73), respectively. Pearson’s correlation of the translated version with SDQ_difficulties (r = −0.33; p < 0.01) and RSES (r = −016; p < 0.01) depicted solid discriminant validity (r = −0.33; p < 0.01) and RSES showed good convergent validity (r = −0.16; p < 0.01). Hence; PedsQL, Urdu proved to be a reliable, valid and efficient tool for the assessment of quality of life among Pakistani children, and its three-factor structure model suggested previously for Pakistani children was confirmed.Originality/valueThis study is original work by the researcher as part of their PhD project.

ANALYSIS OF THE INFLUENCE OF PRODUCT QUALITY, PRICE, AND DIGITAL MARKETING ON THE DECISION TO PURCHASE KRISTANABLE.ID HIJAB IN BANYUWANGI DISTRICT

This research aims to find out and analyze the influence of product quality, price and digital marketing on purchasing decisions at Kristanable.id in Banyuwangi. This type of research uses descriptive quantitative methods with a sample size of 95 respondents and uses data collection techniques in the form of questionnaires to respondents. The data analysis technique for this research uses instrument testing, classical assumptions and multiple linear regression. The analysis results obtained show that product quality, price and digital marketing have a positive and significant influence on purchasing decisions at Kristanable.id in Banyuwangi, with an influence contribution level of 0.574, which means 57.4%.

The mediating effect of self-efficacy on social support and cancer screening behavior among Chinese women: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundBreast and cervical cancer are the most common cancers in women, and are associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. Cancer screening can facilitate early diagnosis, reduce mortality, and ease the burden of cancer. Social support and self-efficacy are strongly associated with cancer screening behavior. The present study aimed to explore the mediating effect of self-efficacy on social support and cancer screening behavior.MethodsIn this cross-sectional survey study conducted from June to October 2023, 312 women aged 35–65 years were recruited from the East Coast area of China. A general information questionnaire, cancer screening behavior questionnaire, social support scale and self-efficacy scale were used to collect data. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the general characteristics of participants; one-way analysis of variance was used to test for differences in the measured variables; and Pearson’s correlation analyses were used to describe the relationship among social support, self-efficacy, and cancer screening behavior. A mediation model was constructed and analyzed using the PROCESS macro for SPSS.ResultsThe mean (standard deviation) screening behavior score for breast cancer and cervical cancer was 3.98 (2.79), representing an intermediate level. Self-efficacy was closely related to social support and cancer screening behavior. Social support showed a significant positive correlation with self-efficacy (r = 0.37, p < 0.01) and cancer screening behavior (r = 0.18, p < 0.01). Self-efficacy was also significantly positively correlated with cancer screening behavior (r = 0.19, p < 0.05). Self-efficacy showed a full mediating effect between social support and cancer screening behavior, with an explanatory power of 32%.ConclusionsThe findings emphasize the need to increase women’s level of social support and self-efficacy, which in turn can increase women’s participation in breast and cervical cancer screening.

Dyadic coping and related factors among couples with colorectal cancer: A latent profile analysis

ObjectiveThis study aimed to identify latent subgroups of dyadic coping (DC) among colorectal cancer (CRC) patients and their spousal caregivers, and to explore the factors associated with these subgroups. MethodsWe conducted a cross-sectional study involving 268 pairs of CRC patients and their spousal caregivers. Participants completed the General Information Questionnaire, the Dyadic Coping Inventory, the Cancer-Related Communication Problems Scale, and the Fear of Progress Questionnaire-Short Form. Latent profile analysis (LPA) of DC among CRC couples was performed using Mplus 8.3. We compared couple illness communication, fear of cancer recurrence (FCR), and demographic characteristics between the identified subgroups and conducted ordinal logistic regression analysis to examine factors associated with these subgroups. ResultsThe 268 pairs of CRC patients and their spousal caregivers were classified into four subgroups based on their coping levels: low-DC group (12.3%), low common-DC group (7.1%), moderate-DC group (52.6%), and high-DC group (28.0%). Disease stage, couple illness communication, and spouse's FCR were significantly associated with the four subgroups. ConclusionsThere is considerable variability in DC levels among CRC patients and their spousal caregivers. Patients with advanced disease stages, inadequate communication between spouses, and severe RCR exhibit lower levels of DC. These findings provide a theoretical basis for nursing personnel to develop personalized intervention strategies tailored to the characteristics of these subgroups.

Development of Digital Biology Book on Antioxidant Activity of Red Dragon Fruit Extract (Hylocereus polyrhizus) for Class XI High School Students

With technological advances, digital-based learning resources are needed that can be studied by students independently. The results of the research can be used as a learning resource, one of which is in the form of a digital book. This study aims to determine the quality and feasibility of digital books compiled as learning resources. The type of research is research and development (R&amp;D) which refers to the 4D development model (Define, Design, Development and Disseminate). Data collection techniques with instruments in the form of expert assessment questionnaires and response questionnaires. The research subjects consisted of material experts, media experts, biology teachers and 37 students of SMA N 1 Koba class XI. Product data were analyzed descriptively qualitatively to determine the quality and feasibility of the compiled digital book. The results of research and development (R&amp;D) obtained a Digital Book product for high school students class XI bioprocess material. Product assessment by material experts 88.64% (very good), media experts 86.11% (very good), biology teacher experts 100% (very good). The results of the small-scale test of students were 94.29% (very good) and the large-scale test was 98% (very good). Results Based on this research, digital books are appropriate to be used as a learning resource for class XI cell bioprocess materials.

Knowledge and practices of neonatal intensive care unit nurses concerning hypothermia in preterm infants: Adescriptive cross-sectional study.

To investigate the knowledge level and clinical practice of neonatal intensive care unit nurses on the whole process of hypothermia prevention in preterm infants. A polycentric descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in 23 hospitals in Shandong province involving 254 neonatal intensive care unit nurses. An evidence-based knowledge and clinical practice questionnaire on hypothermia prevention in preterm infants and a general information questionnaire were used to collect data. SPSS and EXCEL 24.0 database were used for data statistics and analysis. Nearly one-third of nurses were unclear about the definition of mild hypothermia and heat preservation measures during labour management and resuscitation. Knowledge about the correct rate of amniotic fluid evaporation was low. The higher the hospital level and nurses' education level, professional title, work experience, and position, the higher the knowledge level. The clinical practice of nurses differed in terms of body temperature assessment tools, measurement sites, and measurement frequency for premature infants. Nurses in neonatal intensive care units need to apply evidence-based knowledge and carry out practice interventions to ensure preterm infants' safe transition from the delivery room to the neonatal intensive care unit. There have been few studies evaluating neonatal nurses' knowledge and practices with regards to the preventing hypothermia of premature infants from delivery room to neonatal intensive care unit. The study identifies the deficiencies and problems in temperature management that can be attributed to the knowledge level of nurses. The findings will help improve the current curriculum, teaching strategies, and the nurses' knowledge levels, preventing premature hypothermia in infants. This study adhered to the STROBE statement for observational studies and obtained approval (KYLL-2023LW045) from the ethics committee of The Second Hospital of Shandong University. The other 22 third- and second-level hospitals, as our alliance members, recognized our chairperson status within the alliance and were willing to join our academic activities. Mutual responsibility for ethical filing between alliance units. 254 nurses were recruited from 23 tertiary and secondary public hospitals in Shandong province. No public or patient involvement. Members of the research group used the Questionnaire Star platform to prepare the electronic questionnaire, including obtaining informed consent, taking precautions for questionnaire completion, and using the aforementioned measurement tools. The project research team contacted the head nurses of 23 neonatal intensive care units in Shandong Province. After obtaining consent from the head nurses, they were asked to send the requirements and link of the electronic questionnaire to their WeChat management group. The nurses go through each question and make a choice which has two options of 'agree' or 'disagree.' Based on their answers, nurses were evaluated as having 'mastered' or 'not mastered' each item. Each 'mastered' item (correct answer) was given a score of 4; an item 'not mastered' (incorrect answer) was given a score of 0. The total score ranged from 0 to 100.

دور القيادة الاستراتيجية في تحقيق التميز التنافسي: دراسة تطبيقية على مجموعة شركات دله البركة بجدة

This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the concept of the role of strategic leadership in achieving competitive advantage. The study also aims to determine the role of strategic leadership in achieving competitive advantage in Dallah Al Baraka Company - Jeddah, and to know the level of practices of its senior leadership, and to know the level of practices of middle leadership (department heads). of senior leaders and employees from the point of view of their employees. To achieve the objectives of the study in the chosen environment, Dallah Al Baraka Group of Companies - Jeddah, the field study was applied to a sample of (30) of the company’s employees, divided into 10 (senior leadership); (10) Department heads; (10) employees in the departments, and a questionnaire form was designed with a set of scales, and each scale measures each dimension and each variable separately. The questionnaire form included four sections: demographic data, the role of strategic leadership in achieving competitive excellence, and the impact of strategic leadership on financial performance, the impact of strategic leadership on creative and innovative aspects. Then the researcher used the descriptive analytical method through which he attempts to describe the phenomenon - the subject of the study, answer its questions, and test its hypotheses - and analyze its data using the statistical program SPSS. The study reached several results, the most important of which are: Strategic leadership decisions and practices led to an increase in revenues and profits at Dallah Al Baraka Company. Strategic leadership also contributed to achieving growth and expansion in the organization’s activities and investments. The study also demonstrated the presence of clear indicators that reflect the impact of leadership on competitive advantage. The results of the study confirmed that leadership practices work to achieve competitive excellence in a sustainable manner in Dallah Al Baraka companies, and that creativity and encouraging innovation is the primary factor in enhancing the competitive ability of the organization. The study concluded with some recommendations, the most important of which is the necessity of having effective communication channels to achieve the primary goal of strategic leadership, let it be strategic communication. The study also recommended the need to strive towards training the organization’s employees, whether they are leaders or employees in their work sites, in a way that enables them to perform their work and achieve innovative growth during training.

DEVELOPMENT OF TEACHING MATERIALS BASED ON REALISTIC ALGEBRA AND MEASUREMENT MATERIALS

Students' understanding of mathematical concepts still needs to improve. This problem will spread to other subjects because mathematics is necessary for solving various problems. This research aims to determine the product development process for realistic teaching materials for mathematics, algebra material, and measurement and the feasibility of product development according to expert assessments and responses from potential users. This research is an RND with a 4-D development model which includes Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate. The resulting product validator comprises three media, material, and discussion experts. Practitioner response testing was conducted on two 5th-grade teachers at Elementary School (SD) Muhammadiyah Sukonandi 2. The subjects for product testing were 5th-grade students at Elementary School (SD) Muhammadiyah Sukonandi 2. The instruments used in this research were questionnaires in the form of validation questionnaires, practitioner response questionnaires, and potential user responses. The assessment results from media experts scored 4.75 in the very good category, material experts scored 4.75 in the very good category, and language experts scored an average of 4.55 in the very good category. Practitioner response tests and user responses received very good responses.

Illness perception and family resilience in gynaecologic cancer patients: A study on the mediating role of hope.

To investigate the level of family resilience among patients with gynaecologic cancer and explore hope as a mediator between perceptions of illness and family resilience. A cross-sectional study. From May to October 2022, researchers used convenience sampling to survey 320 patients with gynaecological cancer at a level 3A hospital in Jinan City. The study instruments included the General Information Questionnaire, Family Hardiness Index, Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire, and Herth Hope Index. SPSS 26.0 was used to analyse the mediation effect of hope. The mean score for family resilience was 55.86 ± 8.62. Illness perception was negatively associated with family resilience, while hope was positively associated with it. Additionally, hope mediated the relationship between illness perception and family resilience. There is considerable room for improvement in family resilience among patients with gynaecologic cancer. Interventions aimed at increasing hope can enhance family resilience. Healthcare providers can boost family resilience by fostering hope in patients, thereby promoting effective coping and adaptation to cancer. Patients primarily completed the questionnaires, providing insights into the factors that hindered and facilitated the development of family resilience. These findings were communicated to caregivers for further understanding and action.

The present situation of the nursing practice environment and its influence on nursing quality in a post-epidemic era: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundNursing Practice Environment is an important index to improve nursing quality and patient outcome. To explore the nursing practice environment in the COVID-19 ward during the period of COVID-19 and its impact on nursing quality to provide reference for setting up supporting nursing team in epidemic area in the future.MethodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted among 251 nurses working in COVID-19 ward in Shanghai, Hainan and Hunan in December 2022 through stratified proportional sampling. Structured questionnaires, including general information questionnaire, professional practice environment scale and nursing quality questionnaire, were used to investigate the patients. Pearson correlation was used to analyze the correlation between nursing practice environment and nursing quality, and multiple linear regression analysis was used to analyze the influencing factors of nursing quality in the COVID-19 ward.ResultsThe professional practice environment scale score was (3.34 ± 0.40), the nursing quality questionnaire score was (9.47 ± 0.81), both at a high level. Single factor analysis showed that nursing quality was related to educational background, physical condition, professional title, grade of the original hospital and composition of nursing staff in supported departments. Nursing quality were positively correlated with each nursing practice environment dimensions (in addition to teamwork). The results of regression analysis showed that the nursing practice environment in the COVID-19 ward had a positive impact on nursing quality.ConclusionsThe nursing practice environment and nursing quality of nurses in the COVID-19ward is generally very high. The education, working hospital level and nursing practice environment of nurses are the important factors influencing nursing quality. The relationship between nursing practice environment (include leadership and autonomy in clinical practice, staff relationships with physicians, control over practice, communication about patients, handling disagreement and conflict, internal work motivation and cultural sensitivity) and nursing quality is positive. It is suggested that the hospital should pay special attention to and improve nursing practice environment in order to improve nursing quality when setting up temporary ward in the future epidemic period of infectious diseases, ensure patient safety.Impact on clinical practiceResearch shows that an active nursing practice environment can improve the quality of care, and nursing managers create and maintain an active practice environment to improve the quality of care and ensure patient safety.

PENGETAHUAN PETANI DALAM BUDIDAYA CABAI RAWIT DI DESA LAPANDEWA MAKMUR KECAMATAN LAPANDEWA KABUPATEN BUTON SELATAN

Cayenne pepper cultivation represents one of the most promising agricultural enterprises in the region, offering significant potential for growth and development. The objective of this study was to assess the level of knowledge and expertise among farmers engaged in the cultivation of cayenne pepper plants in Lapandewa Makmur Village, Lapandewa District, South Buton Regency. The population of interest in this study was the total number of cayenne pepper farmers in Lapandewa Makmur Village, which was 22 farmers. The sample was determined using the census method, whereby the total population was used as a sample in the study, namely 22 respondents. Data collection techniques employed observation, interview, and documentation methods using media in the form of questionnaires. This research is quantitative in nature. Data were processed using quantitative descriptive analysis using the class interval formula. The results indicated that the level of knowledge of farmers in cayenne pepper cultivation activities in Lapandewa Makmur Village was at a high level of knowledge category. This level of knowledge encompasses the following areas: seed procurement, land processing, planting, maintenance, pest control, harvest, and post-harvest. The farmers demonstrated an adequate level of knowledge regarding the processes of seed procurement, land processing, planting, pest control, harvesting, and post-harvesting. However, they exhibited an insufficient level of knowledge regarding the maintenance of cayenne pepper plants.

PERAN PENYULUH PERTANIAN TERHADAP KINERJA USAHATANI PADI SAWAH DI DESA TEPPOE KECAMATAN POLEANG TIMUR KABUPATEN BOMBANA

This study aims to examine the role of agricultural extension workers in the context of wet-rice farming in Teppoe Village, East Poleang Subdistrict, and to elucidate the relationship between the two. The research population consisted of all wet-rice farmers in Teppoe Village, amounting to a total of 250 individuals. A sample of 25 individuals was selected from the total research population, representing 10% of the total number of respondents. The data were collected via survey, interview, and documentation methods with the assistance of research instruments in the form of questionnaires. This study employs a quantitative approach. The research data were analyzed using quantitative descriptive methods, specifically the class interval formula and Spearman's rank correlation. The findings indicated that the role of agricultural extension workers in Teppoe Village, East Poleang Subdistrict, as facilitators was deemed to be satisfactory. However, their roles as motivators and educators were perceived to be inadequate, while their role as innovators was considered to be satisfactory. The performance of paddy rice farming in terms of productivity is in the satisfied category, while the sales price of paddy rice and farmers' income are in the moderately satisfied category. The relationship between the role of agricultural extension officers and farm performance was found to be statistically significant (value 0.031), though the strength of the relationship was relatively weak (value 0.363).

PERAN KOMUNIKASI KELOMPOK TANI PADI SAWAH DALAM PENINGKATAN KAPASITAS ANGGOTA DI KELURAHAN BARGUGA KECAMATAN BARUGA KOTA KENDARI

The objective of this study is to examine the role of farmer group communication on the capacity of members of the paddy rice group in Baruga Village, Baruga District, Kendari City. The population under investigation consisted of all members of the paddy rice farmer group, which numbered 16 groups with a total membership of 160 farmers. The research sample was determined using the Slovin formula, with a confidence level of 90% or 10% of the total population sampled. This resulted in a sample size of 54 respondents. Data collection techniques employed survey methods, interviews, and documentation using research instruments in the form of questionnaires. The research employed a quantitative approach, utilizing quantitative descriptive analysis through the application of the class interval formula and the Spearman rank correlation formula, with the assistance of the SPSS software version 26. The findings indicated that the communication role within the rice paddy farmer group in Baruga Village, Baruga District, Kendari City, with respect to the information aspect, was categorized as "available," the learning aspect was categorized as "active," and the intensity of discussion was categorized as "frequent." The capacity of paddy rice farmer group members for the knowledge aspect is in the knowing category, the attitude aspect is in the adequate category, and the skill aspect is in the skillful category. The relationship between the role of farmer group communication in increasing the capacity of members of the paddy rice farmer group is evident when examining the role of information access to attitudes, the role of learning classes to knowledge, attitudes, and skills, and the role of discussion intensity to knowledge, attitudes, and skills. Each of these relationships is significant, while the role of information access to knowledge and skills does not demonstrate a significant relationship.