Secondary Medical School Research Articles

Upotreba mobilnih telefona tokom nastave među učenicima srednje medicinske škole u Beogradu - studija preseka

The frequency of mobile phone (MP) use and the way students use them in school vary depending on the level of education, i.e., the age of the student, but also on the school, i.e., how it regulates its use. Many teachers stimulate the use of MPs during class, but by directing these activities to the topic being taught, knowing that an MP is an integral part of school supplies for a "digital native", both outside and inside the school. The purpose of this research was to determine the extent to which students used mobile phones in class and what their attitude was to the use of MPs during school activities and its impact on school performance. The research was designed as a cross-sectional study. The respondents were students of the Secondary Medical School in Belgrade, Zvezdara and represented a suitable sample, taken in one day in both teaching shifts, using an anonymous questionnaire filled in on a voluntary basis. A total of 152 students were included in the study, of which 114 (75.0%) were female. Most students were in the third grade of secondary school (45.4%). Respondents who expressed a higher degree of agreement with the claim that they used MPs in every class were significantly older (p=0.001) and had a significantly lower average grade (p=0.020). The statement that MPs had a negative impact on their concentration was agreed with by 59 students (38.8%), while 43 (28.3%) agreed that MPs distracted them from the important moments in class. The belief that MPs could contribute to the improvement of the teaching process quality was held by 126 (82.9%) respondents. Students who believed that MPs could contribute to the improvement of the teaching process quality agreed more with the claim that MPs had a negative impact on their attention (p<0.001) and concentration (p<0.001). Research has shown that almost a third of the students used MPs during class, even during every class, which was correlated with older age and lower average grades of students in the previous school year, as well as with the claim that they used it to suppress boredom. Younger respondents were more likely to believe that their mobile phone affected their concentration and success.

HISTORY OF NURSING IN SERBIA

The first secondary medical school in Serbia was founded in 1921. Its name was "School for Nurses", with the involvement of the Red Cross Society from Geneva and the Red Cross Society from Belgrade, and at the suggestion of Dr. Reeder, head of the American mission. The first headmistress of the school was the English Miss Edith Newton, a student of Florence Nightingale. In 1924, the first generation of 18 sisters graduated. Most of them were assigned to medical facilities in southern Serbia; two were sent to America at the expense of the Rockefeller Foundation, and one to England for training at the expense of the League. In 1952, the Higher School for Nurses of the Red Cross of Yugoslavia was opened. Today, there are a large number of secondary medical schools, both private and state. School today lasts for four years.

REFORM IN THE EDUCATION OF NURSES IN SECONDARY MEDICAL SCHOOLS: ANALYSIS OF THE COMPARISON OF PLANS AND PROGRAMS FROM THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE SCHOOL FOR NURSES TO REFORM IN THE EDUCATION OF NURSES (2015)

The Secondary Medical School "Zvezdara" was founded in 1921 with the support of the United Kingdom as the first school for the education of nurses in our region. In our educational system, since 2000, various educational reforms have been implemented, affecting the education of nurses through innovation and change of plans and programs with changes in goals and outcomes of nursing education. The aim of the paper was to make a short critical review of the education of nurses from 1921 to 2021, with a focus on the history of the school institution as the oldest school institution for the education of nurses in this region. A qualitative analysis of the plans and programs was done, and then, by comparing the analyzed plans and programs, an insight into the changes in education that influenced the change in goals and outcomes of education was shown. The paper will highlight the advantages and disadvantages of the reform of the education of nurses. Available plans and programs and school monographs were used for the preparation of the paper, which were qualitatively analyzed, and then a comparative analysis was carried out. In the paper, the authors suggest the necessary changes that should be implemented in the future so that plans and programs better meet the educational needs of students and thus enable the development of the professional competencies of future nurses.

Analysis of changes in physical activity in the adolescent population during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic

Introduction. Physical activity affects all three domains of adolescent health. It affects physical, psychological and social functioning. During the period of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, physical activity has changed significantly, which may affect the health potential of this population. Material and Methods. The research was conducted as a cross-sectional study. A questionnaire was designed as a research instrument in order to examine the personal experiences of adolescents in regard to physical activity during the coronavirus pandemic. The study included a sample of 120 students attending the Secondary Medical School ?Dr Misa Pantic? in Valjevo. Participation in the study was voluntary and anonymous. Results. The largest number of respondents in the observed sample (N = 120) recognized that physical inactivity is one of the most significant risk factors for the health potential of adolescents. There is a statistically significant difference in the responses of the respondents from the aspect of engaging in physical activities during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic (p = 0.001). Respondents of both genders understand the importance of regular physical activity and its impact on mental health, sleep and rest, nutrition and other predictors that have a dominant influence on health. Conclusion. The commendable result is that adolescents recognize that physical inactivity is one of the greatest health risks. In preventive medicine, it is necessary to intensify health education programs that encourage the importance of physical activity in the period of adolescence.

Secondary Medical School Students’ Perceptions on Nursing in Kosovo

Aim: The aim of this study is to assess the opinion of secondary medical school students in Kosovo about nursing. Methods: This descriptive-analytical study was conducted with 1282 secondary medical school students from four regions of Kosovo through random sampling. Data were collected from March to May 2018 by a questionnaire designed for this study from the researchers. It consisted of two sections, the sociodemographic part and the second part about opinion and perceptions about the nursing profession. Continuous variables are summarized as mean and standard deviation (SD), categorical variables are summarized as frequency (n) and percentages (%). Chi square (x2) test is used to analyze the difference between categorical variables Results: The family had a proactive impact on the choice of the study program for their child. More than half of the students had a favourable opinion of nursing prior to enrolling in secondary medical school. After enrolling in the study program, more than two-thirds of students (72.2%) have a favourable opinion of nursing. More than half of the students (52.6%) believe that the community perceives nursing positively. Conclusion: Most of the secondary school students have a positive opinion about nursing and think that community have a positive opinion as well. The secondary medical school plays an important role in the improvement of student’s opinion about nursing. Keywords: opinions, nurses, students, secondary schools, Kosovo

Psychometric properties of the Serbian adaptation of the cannabis use intention questionnaire (CUIQ) among secondary medical school adolescents

ABSTRACT Background The period of adolescence is considered extremely intense and complicated from a young person’s perspective, as it involves substantial changes in their functioning. The aim was to explore the psychometric properties of the Serbian adaptation of the Cannabis Use Intention Questionnaire (CUIQ) among students of secondary medical school. Methods The sample consisted of 643 school students (aged 15–19) from four secondary medical schools in Vojvodina, Serbia. Factor structure and reliability were tested. Furthermore, criterion validity was tested via correlations with cannabis use and sensibility and specificity of CUIQ scores were determined. The cutoff points were calculated using Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curve analysis. Results Model parameters for the original four-factor model were high. Moderate correlations were obtained between Intention and Subjective norms (SN), Intention and Self-efficacy to abstinence (SEA), and Attitude and SN, while the rest of the correlations were small. The results showed excellent Cronbach’s alphas of the SEA and Intention and good of the Attitude. The ROC curve analysis showed that Intention was the best predictor for cannabis use. Conclusions The results support the validity and good reliability of the Serbian adaptation of CUIQ scales, with the exception of SEA which was a poor predictor of actual cannabis use.

Nursing Student’s Knowledge about Understanding and Prevention of Needle Stick Injury

Introduction. Needle stick injury (NSI) is an occupational health and safety issue. Nursing students are prone to NSI due to lack of experience with handling needles and sharps. Aim. To determine the level of knowledge about the prevention of NSI and examine the level of knowledge about the post-exposure procedure and the students’ understanding of NSI. Methods. The study was conducted in 2017 at the University of Applied Health Sciences in Zagreb. The participants were nursing students from all regions of Croatia. The data was collected using a questionnaire containing 17 questions specifically designed for this study. One question had three subquestions and one had five subquestions regarding the knowledge of how to react if a needle stick injury occurs. The participants also responded to a questionnaire on their socio-demographic data. Results. The study included 149 students. The results show that 16 students have experienced NSI. A statistically significant difference was observed among students who have finished a secondary medical school in the answers about post-NSI interventions and in answers to the question of whether the needle should be recapped. The respondents from medical schools answered correctly. A statistically significant difference was observed among students from non-medical secondary schools in the answers about education on post-exposition procedures and in the answers about necessary action following a needle stick injury. The respondents from non-medical secondary schools had higher scores. Conclusion. The results of this study can be used to establish appropriate education strategies, increase the awareness of needle stick injuries and minimize the occurrence of these injuries among nursing students in Croatia.

Rodno zasnovano nasilje u partnerskim odnosima mladih – mogući pristup prevenciji

U radu se ukazuje na rasprostranjenost rodno zasnovanog nasilja među mladima na osnovu podataka u vezi sa nasiljem u ranim partnerskim vezama. Opisuje se pravno-strateški okvir koji uređuje obaveze i odgovornosti institucija u okviru sistema obrazovanja u pogledu zaštite učenica/-ka od nasilja. Posebno se ističe značaj i potreba preventivnog rada sa mladima, kako bi se doprinelo povećanju svesti o neprihvatljivosti diskriminacije i nasilnog ponašanja, posebno u partnerskim odnosima. 
 Preventivni rad sa mladima i mogućnosti realizacije različitih aktivnosti u nastavnim i vannastavnim aktivnostima prikazan je kroz primer saradnje nevladinih organizacija i srednjih škola na teritoriji Republike Srbije u okviru projekta „Nulta tolerancija na rodno zasnovano nasilje“ Autonomnog ženskog centra. Ističe se značaj koordinirane saradnje relevantnih aktera na lokalnom nivou kao osnove za pravovremenu i adekvatnu zaštitu i podršku učenicama/-cima koji su izloženi nasilju. 
 Na osnovu prakse razvijene u Medicinskoj školi „7. april“ u Novom Sadu, opisuje se primer saradnje nevladinog sektora i srednje škole, sistematskog internog informisanja učenica/-ka, kao i nastavnog i stručnog osoblja. Mogući oblik preventivnog rada sa mladima u srednjim školama na temu rodno zasnovanog nasilja ilustrovan je primerom scenarija časa odeljenjskog starešine.

Evaluation of toothbrush contamination

Background/Aim: Toothbrushes are one of the main means of cleaning teeth and maintaining oral hygiene, but toothbrushes are also potential reservoir of microorganisms, including pathogens. The aim of this paper was to evaluate the oral health, oral hygiene awareness and assess the degree of contamination of toothbrushes among students attending Secondary Medical School. Material and Methods: Sixty students (32 boys, 28 girls; mean age ≅ 15,7±2,1) attending highschool were randomly selected for this study. Each student included in the study filled out a questionnaire regarding his/her life habits and oral hygiene. Clinical examinations were initiated in order to determine the DMFT, as well as the CIP, CIT, CIA and CPITN indexes, based of which the assessment of oral health status was performed. One stack of fiber was collected from each toothbrush used by the participantes in the study, and than prepared for further microbiological sampling. Results: Only 11% of the students had the awareness of potential sources of toothbrushes contamination. The average value of DMFT was 3,2 (%D = 22,5; %M = 4,96; %F = 72,5). A statistically significant difference in comparison of the CPITN index and subjects' response to the professional plague removal in the last 12 months was identified (χ2 = 13,55; p= 0,033). Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus mutans, Micrococcus species and Streptococcus salivarius were most commonly present microorganisms. In most cases, G-positive bacilli or cocci were isolated, while the presence of Candidae albicans was identified in four samples. Conclusions: Raising the awareness of dental hygiene through the oral health education may improve better plaque control and subsequently the oral health. Hands-on training how to maintain the oral hygiene are not expensive and more over they are easy to be organized can be useful in oral heath promotion.

Informatics literacy among first-year students of medicine, dentistry and pharmacy at the University of Nis in compliance with European Computer Driving Licence

Introduction/Objective. Having taken into account the complex role of students and teachers participating in the global education system and the creation of European Higher Education Framework, it was necessary to perform research on Informatics Literacy (IL). Therefore, our aim was to analyze IL of the students including the knowledge of each of the four core modules and two standard European Computer Driving Licence modules, as well as to propose measures to improve students? IL. The objective of the research was to evaluate the effect of therapy with stabilizing occlusal splint in the control of painful symptoms of TMD in comparison with the effect of drug therapy. Methods. We conducted a cross-sectional study during 2015/2016 at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Nis, and included 292 first year students. Parts of the questionnaire that related to the self-assessment, as well as the test of knowledge in Informatics, modeled after the ECDL consisted of questions from six thematic sections. Results. The study included 88 male (30.1%) and 204 female (69.9%) students. The computer is mostly used for the Internet (69.5%), then for entertainment (24.3%), and seldom for data processing programs (6.2%). Medical students showed higher level of knowledge of all six modules (p < 0.001). Male students also had higher level of IL (OR = 0.38, 95% CI 0.20?0.73). Students who completed high school showed better IL compared to students who completed secondary medical school (OR = 0.34, 95% CI 0.18?0.66). Education of parents and monthly income had no impact on students? IL. Conclusion. IL of students is not satisfactory. It is necessary to modify the Informatics curriculum according to European standards and to introduce the course to all study groups.

Development and tendencies of education of nurses-technicians in the process of reforming the educational system of the Republic of Serbia // Razvoj i tendencije obrazovanja medicinskih sestara-tehničara u procesu reformi obrazovnog sistema Republike Srbije

Education of nurses in Serbia as in developed countries must follow the development and needs of the health system. This is still very difficult to implement because of the multi-week ‘hyperproduction’ of healthcare staff, and insufficiently basic systematization of jobs, mismatch of professional titles, as well as the ever more intensive departure of our healthcare workers abroad, primarily in the countries of the European Union. Also, the development of society, the political and economic situation, significantly disturb the development of sisterly practice as well as education that plays a key role.The issue of education and harmonization with European standards also entails the question of the competencies and competencies of teaching staff dealing with the education of future nurses, which still, at least in terms of secondary education, shows quite a strong resistance to change.The results of this research indicate that reforming the educational system in Serbia is present in higher education of nurses while in secondary education continues to stagnate. There is no complete harmonization of the education system with respect to the lesson of hours, the structure of study programs, or the unique nomenclature of vocational titles.The level of the pre-term for enrollment in the secondary medical school as well as the continuation of education is incompatible with European frameworks and makes it difficult to integrate into the European system of secondary education.Teaching and study programs are not fully comparable to the European ones, except for ESPB credits and study levels.There is a tendency for the development of nursing education in Serbia, but there is only partial preparation of nursing teachers in terms of upgrading professional titles and competences for the new education system.

Motivation for occupation and socio-demographic characteristics of students - future preschool teachers

Researching the motivation of students - future preschool teachers for their professional choice is important for several reasons. Relevant studies indicate that the motivation of students who have an interest for teaching is one of the most important determinants of the quality of their work and that is closely related to their later dedication to vocation and professionalism. The aim of this research was to examine the relationship between the motivation of students, future preschool teachers, for this occupation and their socio-demographic characteristics. We investigated the most important reasons that guided students in choosing a future occupation, whether they had previous experience in working with children and whether the selected studies were their first choice. Also, it was examined whether there are statistically significant differences among students in the motivation for a future call with respect to certain socio-demographic characteristics. The research involved 241 students of the first year, of which 130 students of the Faculty of Applied Studies for Preschool Teachers in Sabac and 111 students of the Faculty of Teacher Training in Belgrade, the study course for preschool teachers. The obtained results show that students who completed secondary medical school had more experience in working with children than respondents who attended another secondary school. It was also noticed that the largest number of students in the cause think that the working time of the educator is appropriate, while the smallest number of respondents agree with the perception of preschool teacher occupation as ?permanent?. The paper also concludes that a detailed introduction of socio-demographic and personal characteristics that influenced the choice of the vocation can be a significant support for the creation of programmes of initial education of preschool teachers.

New strategy in education of health professionals in Serbia: Analysis of students’ readiness for inter-professional education

Introduction. Inter-professional education is the first step towards the effective collaborative practice of future health care workers and one of the prerequisites for the highest quality health care. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess the readiness for inter-professional education among medical science students. Material and Methods. The research was conducted as a descriptive cross sectional study by surveying 406 students of five study profiles at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Novi Sad. The Serbian version of The Readiness for Inter-professional Learning Scale and questionnaire on sociodemographic data were used as research instruments. The Readiness for Inter-professional Learning Scale comprises a total of 19 items grouped into two sub-scales: ?team?work, collaboration and shared learning? and ?role and responsibilities?. The methods of descriptive and inferential statistics were used, and statistically significant values were considered significant at the p <0.05 level. Results. The mean the Readiness for Inter-professional Learning Scale total score was 73.9, which indicates that students are generally ready for shared learning. The highest scores, that is, greater readiness for inter-professional learning was among physiotherapist students, female students and those who had previously completed secondary medical school. Medical students had significantly more negative attitudes towards this educational strategy. Conclusion. Despite the observed differences, attitudes of the majority of students in relation to all study profiles indicate their readiness to accept inter-professional education.

Navike u ishrani adolescenata Srednje medicinske škole u Novom Sadu i Srednje tehničke škole u Subotici

Navike u ishrani adolescenata Srednje medicinske škole u Novom Sadu i Srednje tehničke škole u Subotici

Assessment of knowledge about cardiopulmonary resuscitation among medical school students

Introduction. Mastering the skills of cardio-pulmonary resuscitation is a basic task for all health workers. In this concept, this paper examines and assesses the knowledge of resuscitation in students of the healthcare professions. Method. The study was conducted as a cross-sectional study among students of the secondary medical school in Novi Sad (n 80), in 2015/16 years. A questionnaire is in the form of a test of knowledge. For statistical analysis we used SPSS program, we used methods of descriptive statistics. For testing statistical significance by sex and age we used the method of cross tables and Pearson's x2 test at a confidence level of p ≤ 0.05%. Results. Half of the respondents believe that they do not have enough practical experience to participate in resuscitation. Also, we found a deficit of knowledge in the ratio of air insufflation and external compression of the heart, in the field of medicines and EKG tests. Conclusion. Almost a third of future health workers does not have adequate knowledge of resuscitation, and does not know properly implement the revival. These data confirm the hypothesis that the during the education of future health workers we need to put more emphasis on the management of emergency situations as well as routine drills and practice the procedure of resuscitation.

Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Personality Types with Success in School

A number of indicators show that success in school depends on many factors, and more and more studies shows the significant influence of emotional intelligence and personality type. The aim of this study was to determine personality type and the level of emotional intelligence in students and to explain correlation with their high school success. The study included 4th grade students of the High School Fra Dominik Mandic Siroki Brijeg and Secondary Medical School Sisters of Charity in Mostar. There were 202 (77.69%) male and 58 (22.31%) female students. To measure general properties of emotional intelligence we used Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (TEIQ) and Sixteen Personality Factor Questionnaire (16PF) as an objective test for multidimensional personality analysis. Considering the expression of the general personality characteristics, statistically significant differences were found. Examinees achieved the highest result on the anxiety, and the lowest on the independence scale. Also, expression of primary personality characteristics was examined on sample of High School students. The highest result among examinees was achieved on self-sufficiency scale and the lowest on judgment scale. According to expression of general personality characteristics, it was shown that students with average grade of excellent are more successful on non-sentimental scale when compared to students with average grade of good. Also, students with better average grades had lower scores on sensitivity and tension scale. Statistically significant positive correlation was established among non-sentimental and academic success, and negative correlation between anxiety, playfulness, vulnerability, fear, openness to change and tension with academic success.

Zadovoljstvo ucenika i studenata sestrinstva izborom profesije

Background/Aim: Satisfaction with the chosen profession is significant aspect of work and life every individual, society and is important for progress of profession. Its not always easy for individual to recognize which profession is the best for her/him. Adolescence itself is specific period of development. The dilemma by choosing profession in that period represents one of the most important challenges the youth have to confront with. The aim of this research was to determine satisfaction of pupils and students career choice at Secondary Medical School in Belgrade and Collage of Professional Studies in Belgrade. Methods: Examination included 200 examinees, 100 graduated Secondary Medical School in Belgrade and 100 students of Collage. It has been made the questionary for this purpose, which was consisted of several thematic units. Results. Motives for choice of profession were internal - love towards job and a desire for new knowledges, and external - bigger chances for employment and higher income. Tested pupils and students are satisfied with their knowledge and the capability for independent work, a large number of responders wanted to continue their education. Responders in generally were satisfied with the choice of profession (87% students and 75% graduated Secondary Medical School believe that they made a good career choice). Conclusion: Socialization for the profession at responders is very important to retain experts in branch of business and it needs to be devoted by special attention in the future. Satisfaction by chosen profession is significant aspect of the work and life of every man, and especially the staff in the health sector, considering the delicacy of profession.