Communication Support Research Articles

Pengembangan Aktivitas Pengajian Anak oleh Ibu Rumah Tangga: Penelitian Tindakan di Balai Pengajian Firya Lientas Lhokseumawe

This study aims to explore and develop a learning program for children’s religious education at the Firya Lientas Housing Community in Lhokseumawe. The research employs an action research approach with qualitative methods to understand and enhance the effectiveness of the program. The methodology involves five main steps: problem identification, action planning, action implementation, observation and data collection, and reflection. Data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data analysis was conducted using qualitative techniques, including transcription, coding, thematic development, and data interpretation. The results indicate that the development of religious education activities has had a positive impact, as evidenced by increased understanding of religious values and the development of social-emotional skills. The increased support from parents, demonstrated by their willingness to contribute financially to the program and the establishment of active communication for mutual support, also reflects the positive impact of these activities. The active involvement of housewives who serve as religious teachers (ustazah) in imparting religious values, developing social-emotional skills, providing moral support, and planning the children’s religious education activities has helped enhance understanding of religious values and social-emotional skills through the development of teaching materials, implementation of interactive learning strategies, and ongoing evaluation. Based on these findings, additional training and preparation are needed for housewives who serve as teachers (ustazah) to better equip them to competently support children’s education.

Implementation of TQM in Islamic-Based Schools: A Literature Review

The quality of Islamic education in Indonesia plays an important role in supporting the improvement of education quality nationally in order to produce quality human resources (HR). This qualitative research aims to determine the implementation of Total Quality Management (TQM) in Islamic-based schools. The research was conducted using qualitative research methods, especially Systemic Literature Review (SLR) using the results of previous research. Based on a literature review study, it was found that TQM can actually be implemented in the management of the Islamic education system. By: 1) The principle of customer focus and total involvement, namely: leadership and employee empowerment. 2) Leadership roles, education and training, support structures, communication, rewards and recognition, and measurement 3) Implementation of continuous improvement, meaning that quality is always improved and adapted to changing customer needs and desires.

Migrant women’s experiences of community-based doula support during labor and childbirth in Sweden. A mixed methods study

ObjectiveTo describe migrant women’s experiences of bilingual community-based doulas (CBD) contribution to care in relation to labor and birth. MethodsMixed methods study combining quantitative data from 82 women who received CBD-support within a randomized controlled trial and qualitative data from semi-structured interviews with a sub-sample of 12 women from the same study arm. Descriptive analyses were used for quantitative data and content analysis for the manifest and latent content of the qualitative data. Quantitative findings were categorized according to qualitative findings. ResultsThe women expressed how CBDs played an essential role in the response to their basic emotional, informational, and physical support needs, when no other female family member was available. Three main categories emerged from the analysis of interviews: The doulas help women feel safe and calm – providing support before, during and after childbirth; The doulas’ support role fills the void left by a deeply missed family, mother or sister; and The doulas assist women in achieving autonomy through communication support and advocacy. More than half of women reported feeling involved during labor and birth (56.8%), most valued CBD positively (such as being competent, calm, secure, considerate, respectful, encouraging, supportive) (40.8%-80.3%), that CBD had interpreted (75.6%), facilitated communication with the midwife (60,3%), comforted the woman (57.7%) and reduced anxiety (48,7%). Few reported negative CBD-characteristics (1.3–9.2%). Nevertheless, 61.7% of women felt frightened sometime during labor and birth, which made it even more important to them that the doula was there. Few women (21.8%) reported that the CBD had supported her partner but expressed so in the interviews. ConclusionThrough an essential contribution in responding to migrant women’s basic emotional, informational, and physical needs, bilingual community-based doulas have the potential to improve migrant women’s experience of care during labour and birth. However, more focus on the quality of CBD-support to partners seem necessary.

Physician barriers and dilemmas in the execution of clinical trials impacting decision-making in the DAHANCA 35 proton therapy trial for head and neck cancer

BackgroundPhysicians manage multiple obligations, providing best-practice treatment and patient- centred care in the standard treatment pathway while contributing to clinical trials simultaneously. These multifaceted responsibilities may introduce barriers and dilemmas to clinical trial execution, potentially impacting the clinical trial decision- making process. This study explores physicians’ barriers and dilemmas in executing clinical trials and the impact on clinical trial decision-making. MethodQualitative semi-structured interviews were conducted with experienced oncologists. Moreover, participant observations were performed during clinical encounters involving discussions about clinical trials. The analysis followed a structured approach: (1) transcription of data, (2) inductive text coding, (3) exploration of patterns, and (4) interpretation, leading to the results. The results were discussed and validated by the study participants. ResultsThe results comprise (1) a description of the clinical practice, which presents the setting of clinical trial execution; (2) results regarding physicians’ barriers and dilemmas in executing clinical trials, leading to (3) the impact on clinical trial decision- making. The results involve barriers to time constraints for clinical trial tasks, dilemmas emerging from trial requirements or deviations from standard guidelines, and challenges with providing sufficient trial communication and adequate decision-making support, balancing between a paternalistic approach and respecting patient autonomy. ConclusionThe demanding obligations of clinical practice constitute a complex setting for executing clinical trials, resulting in numerous barriers and dilemmas that impact the decision-making process in clinical trials. The study emphasises the need for tailored clinical trial decision-making interventions to facilitate supportive, informed, and non-directive clinical trial decision-making.

Critically Unveiling Resistance: Strategies for Effective Change Management in Organizations

This article critically examines the complexities of resistance to change within organizations and the strategies to effectively manage it. Utilizing theoretical frameworks and practical case studies, the research identifies key factors contributing to resistance, including change fatigue, loyalty to the past, personality traits, uncertainty, and valuation of interests. The article further explores the significance of understanding these root causes through Morgan's metaphors and the implications for successful change implementation. The analysis underscores the importance of timely and effective communication, comprehensive training, and continuous support to mitigate resistance and promote sustainable organizational transformation.

Exploring stress management strategies among emergency medical service providers in Iran: a qualitative content analysis

BackgroundEmergency medical service providers are frequently exposed to a variety of stressors as a result of their work environment. These stressors can have detrimental effects on both the physical and mental well-being of individuals. This study was conducted with the aim of exploring stress management strategies in emergency medical service providers.MethodsThis study was conducted in 2023 using a qualitative approach and content analysis method. A purposive sampling method was used to include 16 emergency medical system providers from Hamadan city. Semi-structured interviews, with a duration of 45–60 min, were conducted for data collection. The Data were analyzed using Graneheim and Lundman’s conventional content analysis approach.ResultsThe analysis of the interview data revealed three themes: readiness for the worst conditions, assistance based on supportive partnerships, and striving for balance. The six categories within these three themes were mental preparation, risk management, collaborations in emergency response, supportive communication, adaptive behaviors, and maladaptive responses.ConclusionsThe results of this study shed light on the various stress management strategies employed by emergency medical service providers. Understanding and implementing effective stress management strategies can not only enhance the well-being of emergency medical service providers but also improve the quality of patient care. Further research and action are essential to promote the resilience and mental health of these professionals, ensuring their overall well-being and job satisfaction.

The Role of Teacher Psychological Leadership in Building Relationships with Students at Al-Irsyad IT Middle School Jember

This journal discusses the important role of teachers as psychological guides in building strong relationships with students to achieve effective classroom management. Teachers are not only responsible for delivering learning material, but also for understanding and helping students overcome various psychological problems that can hinder their learning process. Building strong relationships with students can be done in various ways, such as: Show empathy and concern. So teachers need to show that they care about students as individuals, not just as learners. Create open and supportive communication. Likewise, teachers must provide space for students to feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts and feelings. By building strong relationships with students, teachers can create a safe and conducive learning environment, so that students feel more motivated and involved in the teaching and learning process. This can ultimately increase the effectiveness of classroom management and achieve optimal learning goals.

Legal protection of personal data in e-commerce online transactions with the paylater method

The internet has been widely used in Indonesia as a support for communication and information in various electronic media. The rapid development of the times makes technology even more increasing. This gave rise to several e-commerce applications in online sales and purchases such as Shopee, Tokopedia, Akulaku, Traveloka, and many others, some of these e-commerce applications have features that can make it easier for consumers to make buying and selling transactions, namely the Paylater feature. The focus of this research is to find out about the legal protection of personal data to consumers and the efforts made to the parties in an e-commerce transaction using the PayLater method. This research uses the Normative Juridical method and applies legislative and conceptual approaches. The results of the research obtained found that legal protection for PayLater Credit service users is contained in the regulations of Law No. 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection, POJK Number 77 / POJK.01 / 2016 and Law No. 19 of 2016 concerning Electronic Information and Transactions. And in Law Number 27 of 2022 concerning Personal Data Protection. Meanwhile, PayLater Credit dispute resolution is more effectively implemented with the APS (Alternative Dispute Resolution) method, one of which is by creating a PSD (Online Dispute Resolution) institution.

Stress parental e perceção dos cuidados de enfermagem parentais em neonatologia

Introduction: the psychoemotional state of parents is affected when their newborn is hospitalized when facing a new environment, dealing with strangers and delegating their first protective care. Objective: to determine the level of parental stress and theperception of parental nursing care in the neonatology service of a national hospital in Peru. Methodology: quantitative, descriptive-correlational, cross-sectional study. With a sample of 75 parents of babies hospitalized in neonatology. Questionnaires were applied: Parental Stress Scale - PPS:NIICU with α=0.7 and Nursing Parent Support Tool - NPST (α = 0.96). Results: 68.7% of the participants presented moderate level of parental stress, the main sources of stress were: alteration of parental role, impact of appearance, treatment and behavior of the baby. They considered parental nursing care to be low, with deficienciesin emotional, communicational and informational support; however, they recognized good nursing care. Finally, no significant relationship was found between both variables (Tau-b: -0.07; with p < 0.05). Conclusions: there is an urgent need to implement initiatives thatinvolve parents in different processes during the hospitalization of their babies, in addition to the training of nurses to identify and attend to psychoemotional needs.

Exploring Pharmacist Roles in Telepharmacy for Chronic Disease Management in New York State: A Qualitative Inquiry into Improving Implementation, Patient Communication, and Healthcare Technology Support.

Background This qualitative study aimed to collect information regarding pharmacists' roles in telepharmacy and chronic disease management (CDM).The literature review was conducted on historical overview, CDM overview, social determinants of health (SDOH), disparities, hospital readmissions, adverse drug events, best practices, and global implications of telepharmacy. Materials and methods Eleven licensed pharmacists from New York working in retail or hospital settings were interviewed using 16 questions. The interview covered topics such as CDM, hospital readmissions, adverse drug events, best practices, SDOH, and health disparities. The recordings of these interviews were transcribed and coded for each open-ended question, resulting in 136 different codes. Results According to the comprehensive review of interview transcripts, there is still an urgent need for communication between healthcare providers and patients, pharmacist training for telepharmacy services and SDOH, and healthcare technology support. CDM can be advanced by pharmacists by understanding patient barriers, SDOHs, health disparities, and pill burdens, as well as incorporating a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. Pharmacists must facilitate open communication, overcome technological barriers, seek support from stakeholders for telepharmacy training, and integrate new mobile applications to improve telepharmacy implementation and operations for providing interventions. Conclusion The research provides insights into the comprehensive impact of telepharmacy on healthcare delivery and its potential to transform CDM. With the expansion of telepharmacy, individuals living with chronic diseases can experience improved medication adherence and overallhealth outcomes.

Employee Involvement in Internal Communication Activities PT. Pertamina Hulu Energi

Employee involvement is important for a company, where it shows how responsive employees are to the programs created by the company for its employees. How responsive employees are to an activity held by the company's internal communications is also a good record for the internal communications department. This research aims to examine employee involvement at PT. Pertamina Hulu Energiin programs held by the company's internal communications. The research was conducted using descriptive quantitative methods by distributing questionnaires to 470 employees spread throughout Indonesia and also from international branches. The research results show that employee involvement in activities held by the internal organization is very necessary to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of these activities. Communication channels also play a role in the effectiveness of delivering messages to reach employees. How to ensure that messages are well received by employees also requires a good strategy. By integrating internal communications strategies with employee engagement factors such as a participative culture, a supportive communications climate, and the quality of information flow, organizations can build a solid framework that strengthens consistency and synergy between internal communications and employee engagement.

2E4-5 Development of a Communication Support System by Visual Evoked Potential

2E4-5 Development of a Communication Support System by Visual Evoked Potential

Supporting VoIP communication in IEEE 802.11ax networks: A new admission control and scheduling resource allocation scheme

The current IEEE 802.11ax standard enhances Wi-Fi networks with a series of new features, such as multi-user (MU) transmission, an Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) scheme and the ability to multiplex traffic from different access categories (ACs). These features can be utilized to enhance the QoS support for VoIP traffic and optimize the usage of IEEE 802.11ax network resources. This work proposes a new scheme to multiplex VoIP calls in IEEE 802.11ax MU frames and a new scheduler and resource allocation algorithm specifically designed for VoIP data traffic. Our scheduler allocates VoIP packets requiring longer transmission times into the same frame(s), minimizing the channel air-time assigned to VoIP transmission. In addition, unused radio resources in the MU frame are leveraged to transmit best-effort packets along with VoIP packets. For completeness, we also define a call admission control (CAC) algorithm that anticipates channel saturation conditions to ensure VoIP users can maintain a guaranteed level of QoS. Based on simulation results, our scheme is more efficient in reducing channel utilization than other schedulers such as multi-user round-robin (RR) (implemented by ns-3) or single-user FIFO. For example, for 30 VoIP stations using the G.711 codec under mixed channel conditions, our scheme reduces by 30% the air-time required to transmit VoIP packets. When coupled with the ability to also send best-effort packets along with VoIP packets, this translates into a higher throughput (i.e. 10 Mbit/s vs 4 Mbit/s) and more simultaneous VoIP users with guaranteed QoS (up to 46 VoIP users vs 26 and 28 users for the multi-user RR and single-user FIFO scheduling algorithms, respectively).

"Speak from a place of love": The family dynamics surrounding Black father-daughter sexual health communication.

Parent-child sexual health communication reduces sexual risk behaviors among youth, which in turn lowers the transmission rate of HIV and sexually transmitted infections. Despite being a known protective factor, gender differences persist with mothers being more likely to discuss sexual health with their children than fathers. Although individual characteristics, interpersonal familial factors and societal norms (e.g., communication self-efficacy, parent-child closeness, and cultural and gender norms) are associated with Black parents'likelihood to communicate about sex with their children, the current study seeks to explore which of these factors found among Black mother-child or father-son dyads extend to Black father-daughter dyads and how this phenomenon (i.e., Black father-daughter sexual health communication) relates to family structure. Seven father-daughter dyads (N = 7) and an additional five daughters (n = 5) in the United States completed individual in-depth semi-structured interviews. Daughters (Mage = 20.3) and fathers (Mage = 56.7) were biologically related, majority heterosexual, close, and lived together. Data were transcribed verbatim and analyzed using thematic analysis. Analysis revealed three themes centering around the role of authoritative parenting, the tactics and skills facilitating sexual health communication, and family structure. Black father-daughter sexual health communication is facilitated by close father-daughter relationships, non-authoritative parenting styles, and open, supportive, and non-judgmental communication. Fathers can be better supported in knowing how and when best to communicate sexual health messages, and to mitigate the possibly negative impacts on communication of divorce or having multiple children.

The Impact of Economic Inflation on Interpersonal Relationships among Employees in the Information Technology Industry

In recent years, the economy has experienced inflation and a higher unemployment rate, causing concerns about job security. In the information technology industry, employees face the problem of unemployment, leading to increased competition and potentially strained relationships. This research aims to understand how the high unemployment rates caused by economic inflation impact interpersonal relationships to intervene in advance to create a healthy working atmosphere. This case aims to explore the impact of economic inflation on interpersonal relationships in the information technology industry. It will explore how inflation affects working conditions and relationships among employees and identify potential challenges. The research will focus on factors such as job satisfaction, stress, communication, and collaboration and recommend interventions to mitigate strained relationships. The case would analyze the influence of economic influence on the unemployment rate, the impacts of changing working circumstances on interpersonal relationships between employees, and potential challenges and problems of changes in interpersonal relationships caused by the high unemployment rate. Some suggestions related to communication means, support programs, and positive culture are also provided.

Social Interactions and Comprehensive Education Programs: What the Society Related to Parkinson's Disease Wants in the Context of Iran: Content Analysis and Delphi Approach

Background: The physical and psychological symptoms of Parkinson's disease can disrupt patients' social lives, leading them to withdraw from social situations. Objectives: The objective of the present study is to identify the social needs and priorities of patients with Parkinson's disease from the perspectives of patients, family caregivers, and health care providers. Methods: The present study employed a qualitative content analysis method to collect data to identify the needs of patients with Parkinson's disease. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 28 participants using a purposive sampling strategy with maximum diversity in Tehran in 2023. Data analysis was performed using the conventional content analysis approach based on Granheim and Lundman's model. A two-stage Delphi technique was used to identify patients' priorities with 53 participants. Results: The 28 participants included 11 patients (7 male, 4 female, mean age = 66.27), 11 family caregivers (7 daughters, 3 spouses, 1 son, mean age = 43.81), 4 nurses, and 2 physicians. Three main categories and 12 subcategories were extracted. In the category of "Interactionism by leaving unwanted isolation," the subcategories identified were maintaining and promoting social interactions, maintaining aspects of the job and continuing some professional skills, voluntary membership in groups and institutional participation, and participation in social activities. The category "Continuity of healthcare services delivery" included four subcategories: Continued access to movement disorder specialists, access to coordinated multidisciplinary services, access to supporting organizations and associations, and appropriate insurance coverage. The category "Individual-oriented and community-oriented advocacy programs" included four subcategories: Financial support, social belonging and effective communication, self-care, and comprehensive education programs with multiple target groups. The prioritization was completed after two Delphi steps with a high agreement of 86.90% from 16 patients, 14 family caregivers, and 23 health care providers from eight disciplines. Conclusions: The results of the study show that patients with Parkinson's disease experience various social needs. Since the nature of Parkinson's disease affects social interactions, patients and their caregivers view social interactions as the missing link to addressing their social needs. Meanwhile, health care providers prioritize educating patients and families and holding specialized Parkinson's disease courses. Policymakers should consider necessary social support programs for these patients and focus on the specialized training of healthcare providers in the field of Parkinson's disease, in addition to providing appropriate care, support, and social services.

Pentingnya Komunikasi Efektif dalam Pendidikan bagi Anak Usia Dini

Effective communication between teachers and young children is a key factor in supporting the learning process and holistic development of children. This research aims to identify the most effective communication strategies in the context of early childhood education and understand their impact on children's learning engagement and achievement. This research is a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews, classroom observations, and documentation analysis. This research was carried out at An Nizam Islamic School Kindergarten Jl. Tuba II No 62, Tegal Sari Mandala III, Kec. Medan Denai, Medan City, North Sumatra 20226. The subjects in this research were PGPAUD STUDENTS and the role of effective communication in education for early childhood. The research results show that the use of two-way communication, nonverbal communication techniques, and an inclusive communicative approach significantly increases children's active participation and emotional involvement in teaching and learning activities. In addition, this research found that positive and supportive communication from teachers contributed to increasing children's self-confidence and independence.

How to Support Communication Between Nurses and Residents During Shift Work: A Mixed-Methods Study Into Local Practices and Perceptions

The aim of this study was to explore local practices and perceptions of effective nurse-resident communication during shifts. Subsequently, effective communication was sought to be reinforced by implementing an initiative for improvement. A mixed-methods study was performed, combining a questionnaire with focus groups. Following qualitative analysis, 3 initiatives for improvement of nurse-resident communication were scrutinized, after which 1 initiative was implemented. Overall contentment with the implementation and effectiveness of communication was reassessed through a questionnaire at 3 months postimplementation. This study took place between 2022 and 2023 at the Department of Surgery of the Leiden University Medical Center, a tertiary center in the Netherlands. All surgical nurses (n = 150) and residents (n = 20) were invited to participate, by responding to the questionnaire and take part in the focus groups. A total of 38 nurses (response rate 25.3%) and 12 residents (60%) completed the questionnaire, and 31 nurses and 13 residents participated in the focus groups. The themes "clarity," "mutual respect," "accessibility" and "approach" were critical for effective communication, in which there were interdisciplinary differences in the interpretation and needs regarding "clarity." In response, structured moments for interdisciplinary consultation during shifts were implemented, which were foremostly useful according to nurses (73.9%), compared to residents (40.0%). A majority of the nurses agreed that communication during shifts improved through fixed moments (60.9%). Differences in the perception of critical elements for efficient nurse-resident communication during shifts can be found, which could possibly be explained by differences in training and culture. Mutual awareness for each other's tasks, responsibilities and background seems vital for the ability to deliver good patient care during shifts. To improve interprofessional practice and overcome concerns of quality of care, attention for local practices is imperative. Practical arrangements, such as fixed moments for peer communication, can strengthen partnership during shift work.

Masks and respirators for prevention of respiratory infections: a state of the science review.

SUMMARYThis narrative review and meta-analysis summarizes a broad evidence base on the benefits-and also the practicalities, disbenefits, harms and personal, sociocultural and environmental impacts-of masks and masking. Our synthesis of evidence from over 100 published reviews and selected primary studies, including re-analyzing contested meta-analyses of key clinical trials, produced seven key findings. First, there is strong and consistent evidence for airborne transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and other respiratory pathogens. Second, masks are, if correctly and consistently worn, effective in reducing transmission of respiratory diseases and show a dose-response effect. Third, respirators are significantly more effective than medical or cloth masks. Fourth, mask mandates are, overall, effective in reducing community transmission of respiratory pathogens. Fifth, masks are important sociocultural symbols; non-adherence to masking is sometimes linked to political and ideological beliefs and to widely circulated mis- or disinformation. Sixth, while there is much evidence that masks are not generally harmful to the general population, masking may be relatively contraindicated in individuals with certain medical conditions, who may require exemption. Furthermore, certain groups (notably D/deaf people) are disadvantaged when others are masked. Finally, there are risks to the environment from single-use masks and respirators. We propose an agenda for future research, including improved characterization of the situations in which masking should be recommended or mandated; attention to comfort and acceptability; generalized and disability-focused communication support in settings where masks are worn; and development and testing of novel materials and designs for improved filtration, breathability, and environmental impact.

Exploring the Assessment Strategies of Secondary School Teachers in Schools: Views of Novice Teachers

This study aimed to explore the lived experiences of secondary school teachers in one of the Clusters of Schools in the Division of Davao City regarding their assessment practices during the post- pandemic era, utilizing phenomenological design. A semi- structured interview guide was used to gather the data. Ethical considerations were observed in data collection. The themes were extracted using thematic content analysis. The findings were: addressing learning gaps, technological challenges, social and emotional considerations, reteaching basic literacy and numeracy skills, transition to online assessment, professional development needs, and supporting diverse learners are the experiences of the teachers; their coping mechanisms are collaboration and peer learning, individualized support, clear communication, incorporate social and emotional support, adaptability and resilience, staying informed, and employ flexible assessment methods; while their insights include need for professional development, flexibility in assessment approaches, recognition of individual learning needs, technology integration assessment, considers social and emotional well-being, and collaboration and sharing best practices. The recommendation advanced included recognizing the significance of technology in assessment by the Department of Education and invest in the required infrastructure and tools, ensuring that teachers have access to reliable technology and training in order to properly use digital technologies into their assessment processes.