Mean Score Of Pre-test Research Articles

The Use Of Video Tutorial In Teaching Writing Procedure Text At Seventh Grade Of SMP Negeri 1 Pematang Siantar

The aim of this research was to obtain the empirical evidence about the effect of using video tutorial in teaching writing procedure text at seventh grade of SMP Negeri 1 Pematang Siantar. The method used in this research was a quantitative method and the research design was a quasi – experimental. The sample of the research was seventh grade students of SMP Negeri 1 Pematang Siantar. They were VII-9 as the experimental class and VII-11 as control class. Each class consisted of 30 students which was selected by purposive sampling technique. The experimental class was taught by using Video Tutorial while in the control class was taught without Video tutorial. Data collection instruments used writing tests for pre-test and post-test, Jacob et al writing assessment rubric was used in this research, which includes two aspects : content and organization. The result obtained from this research showed it was proven from the mean score of the post-test of students in experimental class was 79,56 and the mean score of pre-test was 49,36 that were taught by using video tutorial which was improved better than the control class, pre-test in the control class was 60,63 and post-test in the control class was 71,73. Moreover, the result of the t-test calculation was 2,865 which is higher than that T count < T table where T count was 2,865 and T table for df 58 = 1,672 ( 2,865 > 1,672) than Hypothesis Alternative (Ha) accepted and Null Hypothesis (H0) was rejected. Thus, the use of Video Tutorial gives significant effect in teaching writing Procedure Text at seventh grade of SMP Negeri 1 Pematang Siantar.

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PICTURE SERIES IN TEACHING WRITING RECOUNT TEXT

The purpose of this research is to know whether using picture series is effective in teaching writing recount text. The writer conducted the study at the tenth years students of SMA Negeri 1 Remboken at the 2022/2023 year of academic. The research design used was an experimental design with a quantitative approach, Pre-test, treatment, and post-test procedures were used in this pre-experimental study. A test (pre-test and post-test) with a writing exercise connected to retelling about a holiday was the instrument utilized in this study. The participants in this study were the students of SMA Negeri 1 Remboken. 28 students from class X A served as the research samples. The findings results show that The pre-test mean score was 63.21, and the post-test mean score was 92.75. The mean score on the post-test was higher than it was on the pre-test. The results of the investigation showed that the difference between the 14.500 in Tcount and the 2.052 in Ttable was significant at 5%. This outcome served as proof that the null hypothesis (H0) was rejected and the alternative hypothesis (Ha) was accepted. Therefore, using image series significantly improved the tenth-year students' recount narrative writing at SMA Negeri 1 Remboken.

THE USE OF DUOLINGO APPLICATION TO INCREASE STUDENTS’ VOCABULARY MASTERY

This study’s objective is to find out if the Duolingo Application could aids students to improve their vocabulary mastery especially adjective. This research is quantitative and using pre-test and post-test design through a written test. The subject of this study were 31 students from SMP Negeri 1 Manganitu class 8 B. According to the data obtained, the mean Pre-Test score is 43,32, with the greatest Pre-Test score is 83 and the lowest is 10, and the highest Post-Test score is 97 and the lowest is 63, and the Post-Test’s average score is 79.80. Significant improvements can be noted in this data, and it can be concluded that the use of duolingo application successful for increase students’ vocabulary mastery

Developing Students’ Speaking Skill through Small Group Discussion (SGD) Technique

The purpose of this research is to find out whether or not the use of Small Group Discussion (SGD) technique can develop speaking skill to the tenth grade students of SMA Negeri 1 Bolano Parigi Moutong District. This research used a quasi-experimental research design with 77 students as a sample selected by using the cluster sampling technique. Additionally, the data of this research was obtained through a test which was divided into pre-test and post-test. The mean pre-test score for the experimental group and the control group were 48.90 and 55.77. The mean post-test score for the experimental group and the control group were 73.90 and 60.04. The data was theoretically analyzed by applying the t-test formula where the degree of freedom (df) is 75. The result of statistical analysis shows that the t-test value is 3.19 while the t-table value is 1.99. The result of the research findings shows that the t-test value is higher than the t-table value. It implies that the research hypothesis is accepted. It means that the use of Small Group Discussion (SGD) technique can develop speaking skill to the tenth grade students of SMA Negeri 1 Bolano Parigi Moutong District.

Effectiveness of Learning Package on Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Physical, Mental, Social and Economic Status among Adults at Selected Villages of Gokak Taluk, Karnataka.

Context: As of march 11, 2021 more than 11 million people in India had been infected with COVID-19, and about 158,000 had died. The spread of COVID-19 in India is of great concern due to the country’s large and densely populated areas with widespread poverty and high migration rates, coupled with a high prevalence of chronic conditions that are generally poorly controlled.
 Objective: To develop and evaluate learning package to overcome from the impact of COVID-19 among adults.
 Setting and design: The study was conducted in selected villages of Gokak Taluk and pre-experimental research design was used.
 Materials and Methods: Population was comprised of adults aged between 18-60 years old. The sample size was 06 and simple random sampling technique was used to select the samples. Self constructed assessment scales were used. Learning package was developed and evaluated for its effectiveness.
 Statistical Analysis used: Descriptive and inferential statistics were used.
 Results: The pre-test mean score for functional status was 11.50 and SD was 2.429, anxiety status was 13.67 and SD was 2.685, stress status was 30.00 and SD was 2.898, social status was 26.50 and SD was 4.370 economic status was 5.67and SD was 0.816. In post-test mean score for functional status was 7.50 and SD was 2.258 with mean difference score of 4.00, anxiety status was 7.33 and SD was 1.366 with mean difference score of 6.33, stress status was 7.33 and SD was 0.81565 with mean difference score of 22.66, social status was 17.00 and SD was 2.098 with mean difference score of 9.50, economic status was 3.33 and SD was 0.516 with mean difference score of 2.33. The statistical paired ‘t’ implies that the difference in the pre test and post test score was found to be statistically significant at 5% level. There exists a statistical in the enhancement of score indicating the positive impact of learning package.
 conclusions: The impact of COVID-19 was more before distributing the learning package. Hence the learning package was effective.

An Investigation into the Effectiveness of Main Kolo (Sumbawa Traditional Games) in Teaching Speaking at 7th Grade of SMPN 1 Lopok

This research aims to investigate the effectiveness of using Main Kolo, Sumbawa Traditional Game from Sumbawa, in teaching speaking skills to 7th-grade students at SMPN 1 Lopok. The study is motivated by the need to explore innovative and culturally relevant approaches to English language teaching in the local context of Sumbawa. The participants of the study are 7th-grade students at SMPN 1 Lopok who receive English language instruction using Main Kolo as a teaching tool. The Result of this research are Pre-Test Score Control class, it can be seen that student’s ability in speaking skill. The mean score of control class pre test was 50.16. The minimum score of control class pre test was 44. The maximum score of control class pre test was 63. The standard deviation was 4.776, it can be seen that student’s ability in speaking skill. The mean score of experimental class pre test was 52.84. The minimum score of experimental class pre test was 44. The maximum score of experimental class pre test was 76. The standard deviation was 6.435. It can be seen that student’s ability in speaking skill. The mean score of control class post test was 69.00. The minimum score of control class post test was 64. The maximum score of control class pre test was 66. The standard deviation was 2.266. Then, it can be seen that student’s ability in speaking skill. The mean score of experimental class post test was 70.94. The minimum score of experimental class post test was 63. The maximum score of experimental class pre test was 88. The standard deviation was 4.864.

Use of Low-Cost Task Trainer for Emergency Department Thoracotomy Training in General Surgery Residency Program

Emergency department thoracotomy (EDT) is an uncommon but potentially lifesaving procedure that warrants familiarity with anatomy, instruments, and indications necessary for completion. To address this need, we developed a low-cost EDT trainer. The primary objective of this study was to compare the effectiveness of a low-cost EDT trainer to teach emergency department thoracotomy with a discussion-based teaching session. Secondary objective was to study the face validity of the low-cost EDT trainer. A prospective 2-phase randomized control study was conducted. Participants were randomly divided into two groups. In phase one, baseline medical knowledge for both groups was assessed using a multiple-choice question pretest. In Group 1, each participant was taught EDT using a one-on-one discussion with a trauma surgeon, whereas Group 2 used the EDT trainer and debriefing for training. In phase 2 (1 month later), all participants completed a knowledge retention test and performed a videoed EDT using our EDT trainer, the video recordings were later reviewed by content experts blinded to the study participants using a checklist with a maximum score of 22. The participants also completed a reaction survey at the end of phase 2 of the study. OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, an urban tertiary care academic hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Nine senior surgery residents from training years 3 to 5. The mean score for the performance of the procedure for the simulation-based (Group 2) was significantly higher than that of the discussion-based (Group 1) (Rater 1: 21.2 ± 0.8 vs. 19.0 ± 2.0, p = 0.05, Rater 2: 20.4 ± 1.5 vs. 18.3±1.0, p = 0.04). Group 2 also was quicker than Group 1 in deciding to start the procedure by approximately 56 seconds. When comparing the mean pretest knowledge score to the mean knowledge retention score 30 days after training, the discussion-based group improved from 58.33% to 81.25% (p = 0.01); the simulation-trained group's scores remained at 68.33%. All the participants agreed or strongly agreed that the simulator provided a realistic opportunity to perform EDT and improved their confidence. The results of this pilot studysupport our hypothesis that using alow-cost EDT trainer effectively improves general surgery residents' confidence and procedural skills scores in a simulated environment. Further training with low-cost simulators may provide surgical residents with deliberate practice opportunities and improve performance when learning low-frequency procedures.

Effect of Using the U-Dictionary Application for Students’ Pronunciation on Grade Eight in Teaching Speaking at SMP Swasta Taman Asuhan Pematang Siantar

The objective of this research was to find out the effect of the U-Dictionary Application for the students’ pronunciation on grade eight in teaching speaking at SMP Swasta Taman Asuhan Pematang Siantar. The method used quantitative with quasi-experimental research method with pre-test and post-test design. Two classes provided the data: the experimental class and the control class. In this research, VIII-A was the experimental class, while VIII-B was the control class. There were 28 students in each class, for a total sample size of 56. The pre-test mean score for the experimental class was 64.75, whereas the mean score for the control class was 64.50. Conversely, the experimental class’s post-test mean score was 78.92, whereas the control class’s post-test mean score was 69.57. The data was then examined by the researchers using a t-test. The T-test showed a greater degree of significance (2,7 > 1.674) compared to the T-table. Results showed that using the U-Dictionary Application for students’ pronunciation on grade eight teaching speaking at SMP Swasta Taman Asuhan Pematang Siantar had a substantial impact. Ha was accepted and H0 was rejected.

The effect of structured health promotion education given to adolescents on health literacy and health-promoting behaviors

PurposeThis study was conducted to determine the effect of structured health promotion education given to adolescents on health literacy and health promotion level. Design and methodsThe research was designed according to the pretest-posttest control group model and conducted using the quasi-experimental method. The population of the study consisted of students studying in the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades of a secondary school. A total of 191 students were assigned to the intervention group and the control group. The data were collected using the Sociodemographic Characteristics Form, the Adolescent Health Promotion Scale, and the School Age Health Literacy Scale. Structured Health Promotion Education consisting of six modules was given to the intervention group. The control group did not receive any intervention. ResultsOf the students, 33.9% were in the 8th grade, 76.6% were born in Turkey, 31.6% had a father and mother who were secondary school graduates, 72.5% were from moderate-income families, and 83% had no chronic health problems. The groups' health literacy and adolescent health-promoting behaviors pretest mean scores before the intervention were homogeneous (p > 0.05). There was a significant difference between the groups' health literacy and adolescent health-promoting behaviors posttest mean scores after the intervention (p < 0.05). ConclusionsWhile structured health promotion education was found to increase health literacy and health-promoting behaviors, nutrition, stress management, life satisfaction, and health responsibility behaviors in adolescents, it did not affect social support and exercise behaviors. Implications for practiceNurses should provide training to increase students' health literacy and health-promoting behaviors.

Effectiveness of narrative health message on attitude towards gaming disorder among adolescents at selected school of Patna

Background: Games are generally seen to be beneficial activities but recently it gave rise concern towards people who play digital/video games for prolong hours as it interferes with personal, professional and academics, which is defined as symptoms of internet gaming disorder, that has been recently added in ICD-11 and DSM-5 for further study. Knowledge regarding IGD will help to prevent further prevalence of IGD and manage its harmful physical and mental issue. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of Internet gaming disorder among adolescent students at selected school of Patna, to evaluate the effectiveness of narrative health message on attitude towards gaming disorder among adolescents at selected school of Patna and to determine the association between demographical variables and pre-test attitude score. Methods: A quantitative research approach and pre-experiment (one group pre-test post-test) research design was used. About 76 participants were selected for the study using convenient sampling technique from class 8, 9 and 10 from selected school of Patna. Data was analysed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: In pre-test 88.2% participants had positive attitude and 11.8% had negative attitude regarding internet gaming disorder. After implementation of narrative health message there were 92.1% participants had positive attitude and 7.9% had negative attitude The mean post-test attitude score of 76.91±11.717 was higher than the mean pre-test attitude score of 71.62±9.874. The calculated ‘t’ valve 4.421 was significant at p value 0.001. Conclusions: The study concludes that narrative health message regarding internet gaming disorder was effective.

Improving community health volunteers’ knowledge on cervical cancer using dialogue-based training in rural Kisumu County

BackgroundThe global burden of cervical cancer continue to rise with the low- and middle-income countries bearing the greatest burden. East Africa recorded about 54560 cases and 36497 deaths attributed to cervical cancer in 2020 with 5236 cases and 3211 deaths being reported annually. This high burden can be attributed to low screening rates and late diagnosis, which lead to undesirable outcomes. Kenya still has low screening rates with only 16.4% of the eligible women screened against the WHO target of 70% by 2030. Kisumu has a lower screening rate of about 5.7% according to KHIS 2019 data. This low screening rate is due to lack of proper community health education. We evaluated the effectiveness of dialogue-based training in improving community health volunteers’ (CHV) knowledge on cervical cancer in Nyando.MethodsThe study adopted a pre-and-post, longitudinal study design. The CHVs knowledge was assessed before and after the training. We calculated the proportion net change in the number of CHVs with improved knowledge after the intervention. Statistical significance was assessed at p ≤ 0.05.ResultsThe pre-test mean score was 30.1%, this improved to 53.4% at post-test following the dialogue-based training of the CHVs. The knowledge on the various aspects: risk factors (p < 0.0001), signs and symptoms (p < 0.0001) and screening (p < 0.0001) significantly improved at the post-test following the dialogue-based training. The overall score also significantly improved (p < 0.0001) following the training among the CHVs. Occupation (p < 0.0001) was found to be significantly associated with knowledge on cervical cancer.ConclusionThe CHVs’ knowledge was inadequate but significantly improved following the dialogue-based training.

Implementation of an Additional Course on Creative Thai Dramatic Art Skills and Appreciation of the Values of Thai Culture for Grade 7 Student Under the Secondary Educational Service Area Office Kalasin

Thailand has many cultural heritages that have been inherited from the ancestors, including language, traditions, architecture, art and culture, music, as well as dramatic arts that have been evident since the Sukhothai period and have been handed down to the present. This study aimed to investigate the implementation outcomes of an additional course on creative Thai dramatic art skills and appreciation of the values of Thai culture for grade 7 students under the Secondary Educational Service Area Office Kalasin. The sample was forty-two grade 7 students of Anukoolnaree School in the first semester of the academic year 2022, selected by cluster random sampling (classroom). The research instruments were a Thai dramatic art knowledge test, an evaluation form on basic Thai dramatic art ability, an evaluation form on a creative Thai dramatic art designing ability, and an appreciation of the values of Thai culture questionnaire. The data were analyzed by mean, standard deviation, and t-test (Dependent Samples). The results showed that the post-test mean score of Thai dramatic art knowledge was higher than the pre-test mean score, the basic Thai dramatic art ability and the creative Thai dramatic art designing ability were at the highest levels, and appreciation of the values of Thai culture was significantly higher at the .05 level. Furthermore, students’ overall satisfaction with the course was at the highest level.

Developing University Students Coping Skills with Academic Procrastination Behavior: A Cognitive Behavioral Theory Based Psychoeducation Practice

This study examined the effect of a psychoeducation program for coping with academic procrastination based on cognitive behavioral therapy on academic procrastination behaviors of university students. The "Academic Procrastination Scale" was used to determine students' academic procrastination behaviors. The research group consists of a total of 24 students. After identifying the participants, the researcher prepared an 8-session psychoeducation program with each session lasting 90 minutes on average. The non-parametric Mann Whitney-U test was used to determine whether there was a significant difference between the pre-test and post-test mean scores of the experimental and control groups. According to the results obtained from the study, it was seen that the psychoeducation program developed based on the cognitive behavioral approach was effective on the decrease in the academic procrastination behaviors of the university students in the experimental group.

The effectiveness of age based empowerment program on knowledge and attitude regarding risk taking behaviour and its prevention among adolescents studying in selected PU colleges of Vijayapur

Background: Adolescence involves personal growth. Several risk-taking behaviour occur at this vital time. A practise that is dangerous for an early teen may not be harmful for a late adolescent. This time period has various developmental features. Risky activity may be socially acceptable depending on its type, frequency, and level. Furthermore, empirical data reveals that young individuals are more prone to participate in dangerous behaviour with catastrophic and long-term repercussions. Methods: A pre-experimental study was conducted among 120 adolescents at selected PU College of Vijaypura District, Karnataka. Study participants were selected by convenient sampling technique, and data were collected using pre-tested, structured questionnaires. The data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: None of 120 individuals understood risk-taking and its prevention in the pre-test, whereas 87.5% (Sufficient knowledge) and 12.5% (Adequate knowledge) did post-test. After the post-test, attitudes were 53.3% negative and 46.7% positive, with a p&lt;0.05% (t=62.21) and a significant threshold of 0.05. Knowledge was increased to 80.21% from difference mean pertest 3.74 to 18.7 mean post-test. The mean pretest and post-test attitude scores were 28.5 and 28.4, respectively. Difference was negligible and non-significant. Age-based empowerment programming efficacy on teenage risk-taking behaviour is 0.05. Some demographics did not affect pretest knowledge, but gender did. Conclusions: Risk-taking is a global issue that worries individuals and communities. Adolescents are often unaware of their risky activity. Many took risks owing to poverty, lack of parental supervision, peer pressure, and enjoyment. However, competent counselling can address dangerous behaviour.

Evaluation of Modified Thiel Soft-embalmed Cadavers as a Novel Teaching Model for Musculoskeletal Ultrasound and Anatomy among Rehabilitation Medicine Residents

Objective. This study aimed to determine the perceptions of rehabilitation medicine resident trainees on using modified Thiel soft-embalmed cadavers as a learning tool in acquiring knowledge on musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSK-UTZ) and anatomy.Methods. This descriptive cross-sectional study used total enumeration to recruit residents in training under the rehabilitation medicine department of a tertiary referral hospital. An online survey tool was self-administered to determine their perceptions on the use of MSK-UTZ on Thiel-embalmed cadavers. Pre- and post-test scores were compared to determine if their knowledge has improved.Results. Fifteen participants were recruited, who answered the pre- and post-test, and the online survey. The mean pre-test score of participants was 5.87 (±1.68), and the mean post-test score was 6.87 (±2.00). There was no statistically significant difference (P = 0.20) using a paired t-test. At an arbitrary passing rate of 70%, only 5/15 participants passed the pre-test while 10/15 passed the post-test. A chi-square test of independence showed that there was no significant association between the number of participants who passed or failed on the pre- and posttest, X2 (1, N = 15) = 3.3, p = .0.068. Most of the perceptions of the participants were positive in terms of the use of modified Thiel soft-embalmed cadavers as a learning tool, its relevance in the training of a rehabilitation medicine resident, and the overall experience on its use.&#x0D; Conclusion. Thiel-embalmed cadavers as a learning tool was well-accepted, having generally positive perceptions from the participants mainly in terms of perceived enhancement of the understanding of the anatomical basis of musculoskeletal ultrasound, perceived improvement in skills in performing musculoskeletal ultrasound, and most even recommended that it be part of their training as rehabilitation medicine residents. In terms of acquiring knowledge on musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSK-UTZ) and anatomy, no significant improvement in knowledge was noted. Further studies with larger sample sizes are recommended to yield more statistically significant improvement in knowledge and to observe trends in the perceptions of participants.&#x0D;

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Pulmonary Tuberculosis and DOTs Therapy among Tuberculosis Patients Attending Tuberculosis O.P.D at Selected Hospitals in Bhiwani, Haryana

Background of the Study: Tuberculosis is a global public health issue despite the discovery of the causal bacterium over 100 years ago and availability of effective medications and vaccines for prevention and cure. Tuberculosis has a global incidence rate of 119 per lakh, with low-income nations bearing the major burden at 197 per lakh. High-income countries have nine per lakh people, while middle-income countries have 85. Eight out of ten tuberculosis patients are economically productive aged 15-49. It kills more adults than any other infectious disease. India has roughly one-third of the global tuberculosis load. Aim of the Study: The goal of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of a planned education program on students' understanding of pulmonary tuberculosis and the DOTS treatment method. Methodology: This study examined how a comprehensive teaching program improved patients' understanding of pulmonary tuberculosis and DOTS therapy in the outpatient department (OPD) of selected hospitals in Bhiwani, Haryana. To attain the purpose, the researcher used pre-experimental study design. The study included 60 patients at the Directly Observed Therapy Short-course (DOTS) clinic in Bhiwani, Haryana. The researchers selected samples using convenience sampling. A structured knowledge questionnaire was used to collect data in this study. A group of tuberculosis patients provided data for ten days. The pre-test was given on May 17, 2021, before formal education began. Ten days later, the post-test was given. Data was processed and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The mean pre-test knowledge score was 9.45, with a 2.65 standard deviation. In the post-test, the mean score was 19.40 with a standard deviation of 1.86. The computed mean difference was 9.95. The paired 't' test yielded 24.60 with 59 degrees of freedom. A p-value of 0.01 indicated statistical significance.

The Influence of Consumption of Carbohydrate to Adequacy Nutrition for Student of Elementary School Class 6 Tunas Karya Desa Karyawangi

Study this aim for knowing the influence of carbohydrate consumption to adequate nutrition of students grade 6 Tunas Karya Elementary School students Desa Karyawangi. Research conducted to 12 students, consisting of 7 boys and 5 girls with a range ages 10-12 years. As for the stages of research carried out, is (i) deployment pre-test questionnaire, (ii) giving education about the importance of carbohydrates for the body via powerpoint, and (iii) deployment post-test questionnaire. Analysis results show the mean pretest score was 66.7 and the post-test mean was 84.6. Comparison results from results between pre-test and post-test showed existence enhancement knowledge for students after holding education. Result of N-Gain calculation is known to have an average N-Gain value of 0.53 which states education about importance carbohydrate for body this not enough effective for student school base. Remember activity education is conducted only at meetings only, implications obtained are not effective and still many students who haven't once got education or eye lessons like this. from what we hope with existence study this education about importance carbohydrate or nutrition balanced more echoed return especially in children student school the basis for them understands importance consume carbohydrate for sufficient needs nutrition.

The Use Of Tiktok Application: The Impact On Efl Learners’ Speaking

This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of using TikTok application in improving speaking skill for EFL learners. The research design employs pre-experimental research with the sample of 25 students. The technique data collection was done by administering pre-test and post-test. This research used descriptive statistic Paired Sample T-Test to analyze the data. The mean score of pre-test was 46.6 and 71.4 for post-test. Based on the statistical analysis, it showed that the use of TikTok application give a good impact for the students speaking skill because the mean score of post-test was higher than pre-test. In testing hypothesis, it was found that the significance value of the result of TikTok application thought self-introduction was 0.00 lower than 0.05, so the hypothesis was accepted. Additionally, some improvements were seen after the treatment such as “I em” to be “I am”, “lipe” to be “live” and other vocabulary items. In conclusion, TikTok application was significantly effective in improving speaking skill for EFL learners at X grade in SMK Unwanul Falah NWDI Paok Lombok.

Mentorship Education for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.

Background: Mentorship is a vital part of the nursing profession. The evidence suggests that competent mentors aid in facilitating role transitions, improving job satisfaction, enhancing patient care, and decreasing nursing turnover. Advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) have the skills and knowledge to provide safe, high-quality, patient-centered care; however, they may be lacking in mentorship abilities. Objective: Currently, there is no formal mentorship training in the organization, which may cause variability in the mentoring of new staff. The focus of this project was to create a staff educational intervention to improve the mentoring competency of surgical APRNs. The knowledge gap, lack of mentoring education given to APRNs acting as mentors to novice practitioners, was noted, and this project identified a staff educational intervention on mentorship training that was developed and implemented. Methods: The project practice-focused question asked if a formal APRN mentorship training program geared toward the six elements of mentoring (as measured by the Mentoring Competency Assessment [MCA]) increased the mentoring competency of APRNs serving in a mentorship role. Benner's theory guided the planning and development of this project, while the MCA was used for the self-reflection survey. Following a pretest survey, participants experienced an educational intervention geared toward mentoring and mentoring competencies. Formal APRN mentorship training program with an educational intervention that addressed the six domains of mentoring competency geared toward increasing the mentoring competency of APRNs who serve in a mentorship role. Results: A total of 18 surgical APRNs (N = 18) with more than 2 years of experience participated in the staff educational intervention. There was a statistically significant difference in six of the 26 individual items and in the overall pretest mean scores and the posttest mean scores (z = -3.41, p < .01), indicating that the APRN mentorship training increased the mentoring competency of the APRNs. Conclusion: The results of this quality improvement project demonstrated how an educational intervention geared toward mentoring competencies can increase the knowledge among a group of APRNs. Educating APRNs in mentorship competencies may enhance mentorship abilities and result in positive patient and organizational outcomes. Implications for Nursing: Educating APRNs in mentorship competencies may enhance mentorship abilities and result in positive patient and organizational outcomes.

Investigating the Effect of the 7S Technique on Performance Management and Productivity of Operating Room Staff: An Interventional Study

Background: One of the most important issues in a health care system is the performance management and productivity of employees. Sigma technique is a quality improvement method, which has proved effective in many organizations and has recently been used in the health care system, especially in the operating room. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of the Seven Sigma technique (7S) on performance management and productivity of operating room staff in selected educational and medical centers of Iran University of Medical Sciences. Methods: In this interventional research, the study population consisted of 45 operating room staff including technicians, technologists, and surgeons. Before the intervention, a WhatsApp channel was created to gather group members. Then, over the course of three weeks, the principles of the Seven Sigma technique were gradually sent to the research population, and participants were asked to carefully review the materials. Every three days, after posting a question in the channel to ensure understanding of the previous topic, the next section was also posted in the channel. Then, after three weeks, a productivity questionnaire was sent to the research population, and using a researcher-made checklist, the performance of the employees was evaluated. Standard statistical methods were used to analyze the data in SPSS version 22.0. Results: From a total of 45 staff, 62% were women and 38% were men. The majority of subjects (36%) were between 24 and 28 years old. The majority of personnel (89%) had a university degree in operating room, and most of them (84%) had a bachelor’s degree. Most of the staff (91%) worked rotating shifts during the month. There was a significant difference between the pre-test and post-test mean scores of performance management (P&lt;0.001). There was also a significant difference between the pre-test and post-test mean scores of productivity (P&lt;0.001). Conclusion: The findings indicated the effectiveness of the 7S technique in performance management and productivity of the staff. Therefore, the relevant authorities are requested to increase performance management using the 7S technique to reduce defects and problems limiting the efficiency of personnel in the operating room. This method can also be practical and useful for other wards of hospitals.