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Universiti Malaya
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Publisher: Wiley
Date: 05-10-2018
DOI: 10.1111/JOCN.14659
Abstract: To investigate the effectiveness of a structured nursing intervention program on maternal stress and NICU-related maternal ability after the admission of premature infants to a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Mothers of premature infants may face stress having premature infants, and their infants may be admitted to the NICU for a few weeks or months. The mothers' experience of stress would be worse if they have low knowledge and poor NICU-related maternal ability. Mothers of infants admitted to the NICU require well-planned interventions to cope with psychological matters arising after an infant hospitalisation. Quasi-experimental design. A total of 216 mothers were consecutively assigned to control and intervention groups. Each group consisted of 108 mothers. The mothers in both groups received questionnaire concerning maternal stress and NICU-related ability during their first visit to NICU (within 48 hr of admission). A structured nursing intervention was implemented for 10 days on mothers in the intervention group. The control group continued to receive existing practice nursing care. Mothers of both groups were again given the questionnaire on maternal stress and NICU-related ability after 14 days of admission. In the intervention group, the difference between the mean total score of maternal stress and parental role and relationship subscale decreased significantly, compared to the control group (p = 0.04 p = 0.01) respectively. Maternal ability improved significantly in mothers in the intervention group 2 weeks postintervention, p < 0.001. A structured nursing intervention for mothers could significantly reduce maternal stress and promote maternal NICU-related abilities. The results of the study could help neonatal nurses to develop an appropriate nursing intervention for parents with premature infants in the NICU.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 06-08-2020
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 03-01-2019
Publisher: figshare
Date: 2020
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Date: 22-12-2021
DOI: 10.3389/FPUBH.2021.787672
Abstract: Background: The confinement measures during COVID-19 had a massive effect on physical and psychological health in public. This study assessed the impact of containment and coping behaviour among the Malaysia public during the COVID-19 pandemic. Questions assessing the impact of containment and coping behaviours were developed and psychometrically tested. Methods: Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was conducted with the items using principal component analysis extraction and Varimax rotation. Partial least squares structural equation modelling was used to determine the relationship between coping and impact. Results: The 13-item of impact and 10-item coping instruments were developed with three dimensions identified through EFA. Both scales demonstrated excellent composite reliability and good convergent validity. The survey findings revealed that the impact on in idual psychological aspects was prominent, followed by well-being and lifestyle. Mindfulness and physical coping strategies were most commonly reported. Coping through seeking help from health professionals and hotlines had a positive direct effect on well-being and lifestyle (b = 0.231, p & 0.001), psychological (B = 0.132, p & 0.001), and employment-related (0.194, p & 0.001) impacts. Coping through mindfulness practise had a negative effect on well-being and lifestyle-related impact (B = −0.180, p & 0.001) and employment-related impact (B = −0.096, p = 0.008). Conclusions: Despite some limitation, the scales for measuring impact and coping behaviours have the potential to be used as a measurement tool in future studies. Findings highlight the enormous impact of the pandemic on psychological well-being and lifestyles. Health authorities should support in idual coping as it was found to be an important resilience-related factor to mitigate the impacts of containment during the pandemic.
Publisher: BMJ
Date: 09-2019
DOI: 10.1136/BMJOPEN-2018-028711
Abstract: To measure the clinical, structural and functional changes of an in idualised structured cognitive rehabilitation in mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) population. A single centre study, Malaysia. Adults aged between 18 and 60 years with mTBI as a result of road traffic accident, with no previous history of head trauma, minimum of 9 years education and abnormal cognition at 3 months will be included. The exclusion criteria include pre-existing chronic illness or neurological sychiatric condition, long-term medication that affects cognitive sychological status, clinical evidence of substance intoxication at the time of injury and major polytrauma. Based on multiple estimated calculations, the minimum intended s le size is 50 participants (Cohen’s d effect size=0.35 alpha level of 0.05 85% power to detect statistical significance 40% attrition rate). Intervention group will receive in idualised structured cognitive rehabilitation. Control group will receive the best patient-centred care for attention disorders. Therapy frequency for both groups will be 1 hour per week for 12 weeks. Primary: Neuropsychological Assessment Battery-Screening Module (S-NAB) scores. Secondary: Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) parameters and Goal Attainment Scaling score (GAS). Results will include descriptive statistics of population demographics, CogniPlus cognitive program and metacognitive strategies. The effect of intervention will be the effect size of S-NAB scores and mean GAS T scores. DTI parameters will be compared between groups via repeated measure analysis. Correlation analysis of outcome measures will be calculated using Pearson’s correlation coefficient. This is a complex clinical intervention with multiple outcome measures to provide a comprehensive evidence-based treatment model. The study protocol was approved by the Medical Research Ethics Committee UMMC (MREC ID NO: 2016928–4293). The findings of the trial will be disseminated through peer-reviewed journals and scientific conferences. NCT03237676
Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 17-04-2023
DOI: 10.3390/HEALTHCARE11081146
Abstract: This study aims to validate the Malay version of the Brief Resilience Scale (BRS-M) in order for the scale to be available among the Malay-speaking population. Two hundred and ninety-eight non-academic staff completed the Malay version of the Brief Resilience Scale (BRS-M), Malay Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI-M), and Malay Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (M-DASS-21). To explore the factor structure of BRS-M, exploratory factor analysis (EFA) with the first group of 149 participants was conducted using FACTOR (v.11) software. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was conducted from the data of the second group of 149 participants using SEM_PLS software. The EFA revealed a two-factor model Factor 1 =”Resilience” and Factor 2 = ”Succumbing”. The CFA indicated a sufficient internal consistency reliability (Cronbach’s α = 0.806 and McDonald’s omega, ω = 0.812) and a good fit with SRMR = 0.031. BRS-M, CBI-M, and M-DASS-21 displayed a satisfactory concurrent validity result. Household income and marital status had significant association with resilience level, with low household income (B40 group) being a predictor of lower resilience. The BRS-M demonstrated favourable psychometric properties in terms of reliability and validity to assess the level of resilience among non-academic staff in Malaysia.
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Date: 08-2023
Abstract: This study aims to determine the effectiveness of a multicomponent exercise and therapeutic lifestyle (CERgAS) intervention at improving gait speed among older people in an urban poor setting in Malaysia. A total of 249 participants were ided into the intervention ( n = 163) and control ( n = 86) groups. The mean ( SD ) age of participants was 67.83 (6.37) and consisted of 88 (35.3%) males and 161 (64.7%) females. A generalized estimating equation with an intention-to-treat analysis was used to measure gait speed at four time points, baseline (T0), 6 weeks (T1), 3 months postintervention (T2), and 6 months postintervention (T3). The results showed significant changes for time between T0 and T3 (mean difference = 0.0882, p = .001), whereas no significant association were found for group ( p = .650) and interaction ( p = .348) effects. A 6-week intervention is inadequate to improve gait speed. Future efforts should introduce physical activity monitoring and increase exercise duration, frequency, and intensity.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 21-01-2020
DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2020.1715492
Abstract: This novel study aims to explore the relationship between occupational participation, meaningful activity, and the health-related quality of life of people living with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer. A cross-sectional study design with 113 colorectal cancer survivors (from two large public hospitals in Malaysia) was conducted. Data collection tools included the Occupational Participation Questionnaire, Engagement in Meaningful-activities, and the European Organization for Research and Treatment in Cancer Quality of Life (QOL) Questionnaire. Data analyses were conducted using SmartPLS to examine path analyses between the three measures. There were independent significant relationships between (1) occupational participation, and (2) meaningful activity engagements on the dependent variable of QOL in this cohort of cancer survivors. More importantly, the result showed that "meaningful-activity" positively and significantly mediates the path between occupational participation and quality of life [β = 0.250 (0.46*0.59), Engagement in meaningful activity mediates the occupational participation of a cohort of colorectal survivors, and produces an impact on their quality of life. This study demonstrates that "occupational participation" (an important construct in occupational therapy), has the potential to improve colorectal cancer survivors' quality of lives. Therefore, the role of occupational therapists must be optimized within the oncology team, to improve occupational participation and patients' abilities to engage in meaningful activities for better quality of life.Implications for RehabilitationOccupational therapy intervention addresses the needs of people of all ages, who encountered limitations in their daily occupational participations.Cancer can have significant impact on occupational performance, and occupational therapy can improve these limitations to improve their Quality of Life.Occupational therapy should be a vital part in the cancer survivorship treatment plan for it can significantly improve occupational performance and quality of life of cancer survivors.
Publisher: E.U. European Publishing
Date: 09-09-2019
DOI: 10.18332/TID/111355
Publisher: E.U. European Publishing
Date: 31-03-2022
DOI: 10.18332/TID/146364
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 11-2022
Publisher: E.U. European Publishing
Date: 31-03-2022
DOI: 10.18332/TID/146363
Publisher: AIP Publishing LLC
Date: 2014
DOI: 10.1063/1.4882620
Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 20-03-2023
DOI: 10.3390/BIOMEDICINES11030944
Abstract: Leucine-rich α2-glycoprotein (LRG1) mediates cardiac fibrocyte activation. It is upregulated in inflammatory conditions, atherosclerosis, and fibrosis. Diastolic dysfunction (DD) is due to myocardial fibrosis. This cross-sectional study examined the relationship between LRG1 and DD. Patients with symptoms of chronic coronary ischemia were recruited. Patients with symptoms of overt heart failure, ejection fraction (EF) 55%, impaired renal function, infection, and recent trauma were excluded from the study. Clinical parameters examined were SYNergy between percutaneous coronary intervention with TAXus and cardiac surgery (SYNTAX) score, echocardiographic assessment, and LRG1 levels. Binary stepwise logistic regression was used to evaluate the association between LRG1 and DD. Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) analysis was used to determine optimal cut-off values and predictive performance of LRG1. A total of 94 patients were enrolled in the study, with 47 having a clinical diagnosis of DD. Plasma LRG1 was significantly (U = 417.00, p 0.001) higher in the DD group (M = 14) compared to the No-DD group (M = 8) by Mann–Whitney U test. There were higher SYNTAX scores in the DD group (M = 24.5) compared with No-DD (M = 7). LRG1 had significant predictability of DD (OR = 1.32 (95% CI: 1.14–1.53)). The ROC showed an AUC = 0.89 (95% CI: 0.82–0.95). LRG1 had a 78% sensitivity (95% CI: 65.3–87.7) and 72.3% specificity (95% CI: 57.4–84.4) for predicting DD at a cut-off value of “9”. In conclusion, we identified LRG1 as a novel independent predictor of DD. Further studies are warranted to validate the utility of LRG1 in predicting DD.
Publisher: AIP
Date: 2013
DOI: 10.1063/1.4801278
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 02-06-2022
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 04-2021
Publisher: AIP Publishing LLC
Date: 2014
DOI: 10.1063/1.4894330
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 06-02-2020
Publisher: Public Library of Science (PLoS)
Date: 13-09-2023
Publisher: Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia
Date: 2017
Publisher: Research Institute of Asian Women
Date: 31-03-2020
Publisher: American Society for Horticultural Science
Date: 2014
Abstract: Protocorm-like bodies (PLBs) multiplication is one of the most preferable in vitro methods to increase the number of orchids that produce very few seeds or seeds that are not able to germinate. In the present study the effects of chitosan and thidiazuron (TDZ) combinations on multiplication, differentiation, and genetic stability of Phalaenopsis gigantea PLBs were investigated using different media. Initial PLBs were cultured in solid New Dogashima (ND) medium and Vacin and Went (VW) medium supplemented with different concentrations of chitosan (0, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 mg·L –1 ) and TDZ (0, 0.1, and 0.5 mg·L –1 ). The highest mean number of PLBs (353 PLBs) was observed in ND medium with 10 mg·L –1 chitosan and 0.1 mg·L –1 TDZ combination after 20 weeks of culture. Some PLBs differentiated into mature PLBs with a profusion of leaves on the apical region, and tiny plantlets started to develop after 10 weeks of culture. The highest mean number of shoots was observed in VW supplemented with 10 mg·L –1 chitosan and 0.5 mg·L –1 TDZ (16 shoots). Intersimple sequence repeat (ISSR) markers were used to determine the genetic fidelity among mother plant and PLBs obtained from each subculture stage of solid ND medium supplemented with 10 mg·L –1 chitosan and 0.1 mg·L –1 TDZ (the optimal treatment for PLB proliferation). Dissimilarity of 5% occurred between the mother plant and PLBs obtained after 16 weeks of culture. The range in the similarity coefficient varied from 0.80 to 1.0, and only 20% dissimilarity occurred between mother plant and PLBs after 20 weeks of culture.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 12-11-2020
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 05-2020
DOI: 10.1016/J.SCITOTENV.2019.135296
Abstract: Previous biochar research has primarily focused on agricultural annual cropping systems with very little attention given to highly fragile, complex and erse natural alpine grassland ecosystems. The present study investigated the effect of biochar on the growth of alpine meadows and soil health. This study was conducted in the Qinghai Tibetan Plateau over a three year period to investigate the effect of three rice husk biochar application rates alone and combination with high and low NPK fertilizer dosages on alpine meadow productivity, soil microbial ersity as well as pH, carbon and nitrogen content at 0-10 cm and 10-20 cm depth. At the end of the 3rd year soil s les were analysed and assessed by combined analysis of variance. The results showed that biochar application in combination with nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) fertilizer had a significant increase in fresh and dry biomass during the second and third year of the study as compared to control and alone biochar application (p ≤ 0.05). Biochar alone and in combination with NPK fertilizer resulted in a significant increase in the soil pH and carbon contents of the soil. XPS results, the SEM imaging and EDS analysis of aged biochar demonstrated that the biochar has undergone complex changes over the 3 years as compared to fresh biochar. This research suggests that biochar has positive effect on alpine meadow growth and soil health and may be an effective tool for alpine meadow restoration.
Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 04-03-2022
Abstract: Increasing quitting among smokers is essential to reduce the population burden of smoking-related diseases. Smokers’ intentions to quit smoking are among the strongest predictors of future quit attempts. It is therefore important to understand factors associated with intentions to quit, and this is particularly important in low- and middle-income countries, where there have been few studies on quit intentions. The present study was conducted to identify factors associated with quit intentions among smokers in Malaysia. Data came from the 2020 International Tobacco Control (ITC) Malaysia Survey, a self-administered online survey of 1047 adult (18+) Malaysian smokers. Smokers who reported that they planned to quit smoking in the next month, within the next six months, or sometime beyond six months were classified as having intentions to quit smoking. Factors associated with quit intentions were examined by using multivariable logistic regression. Most smokers (85.2%) intended to quit smoking. Smokers were more likely to have quit intentions if they were of Malay ethnicity vs. other ethnicities (adjusted odds ratio (AOR) = 1.82, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.03–3.20), of moderate (AOR = 2.11, 95% CI = 1.12–3.99) or high level of education vs. low level of education (AOR = 1.97, 95% CI = 1.04–3.75), if they had ever tried to quit smoking vs. no quit attempt (AOR = 8.81, 95% CI = 5.09–15.27), if they received advice to quit from a healthcare provider vs. not receiving any quit advice (AOR = 3.78, 95% CI = 1.62–8.83), and if they reported worrying about future health because of smoking (AOR = 3.11, 95% CI = 1.35–7.15 (a little worried/moderately worried vs. not worried) AOR = 7.35, 95% CI = 2.47–21.83 (very worried vs. not worried)). The factors associated with intentions to quit smoking among Malaysian smokers were consistent with those identified in other countries. A better understanding of the factors influencing intentions to quit can strengthen existing cessation programs and guide the development of more effective smoking-cessation programs in Malaysia.
Publisher: AIP
Date: 2013
DOI: 10.1063/1.4801283
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 03-2017
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 15-02-2023
DOI: 10.1186/S12909-023-04097-4
Abstract: Professional self-concept is one of the important outcomes of nursing professionalism. There is a lack of adequately planned curriculum may limit nursing students’ practical knowledge, skills and professional self-concept in providing comprehensive geriatric-adult care and promoting nursing professionalism. Professional portfolio learning strategy has allowed nursing students to continue professional development and enhance nursing professionalism in professional clinical practice. However, there is little empirical evidence in nursing education to support the use of professional portfolios in blended learning modality among internship nursing students. Therefore, this study aims to examine the effect of the blended professional portfolio learning on professional self-concept among undergraduate nursing students during Geriatric-Adult internship. A quasi-experimental study two-group pre-test post-test design. A total of 153 eligible senior undergraduate students completed the study (76 in the intervention group and 77 in the control group). They were recruited from two Bachelor of Sciences in Nursing (BSN) cohorts from nursing schools at Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS), in Iran, in January 2020. Randomization was undertaken at the level of school via a simple lottery method. The intervention group received the professional portfolio learning program as a holistic blended learning modality, though the control group received conventional learning during professional clinical practice. A demographic questionnaire and the Nurse Professional Self-concept questionnaire were used for data collection. The findings imply the effectiveness of the blended PPL program. Results of Generalized Estimating Equation (GEE) analysis was indicated significantly improved professional self-concept development and its dimensions (self-esteem, caring, staff relation, communication, knowledge, leadership) with high effect size. The results of the between-group comparison for professional self-concept and its dimensions at different time points (pre, post and follow up test) showed a significant difference between groups at post-test and follow up test (p 0.05),while at pre-test there was no important dissimilarity between two groups (p 0.05).The results of within-group comparison for both control and intervention showed that there were significant differences in professional self-concept and for all its dimensions across the time from pre-test to post-test and follow-up (p 0.05), and also from post-test to follow-up it was significant (p 0.05) for both groups. This professional portfolio learning program demonstrates as an innovative and holistic blended teaching-learning approach to improve professional self-concept during professional clinical practice among undergraduate nursing students. It appears that the use of a blended designed of professional portfolio can promote a link between theory and the advancement of geriatric adult nursing internship practice. The data obtained from the present study can be useful for nursing education to evaluate and redesign a curriculum for development of nursing professionalism as a quality improvement process and groundwork to develop new models of teaching-learning and assessment.
Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 18-05-2019
Abstract: Objective: This study was conducted to assess the prevalence, pattern of smoking and sociodemographic factors among Kerinchi residents in Kuala Lumpur, as well as to identify the association between smoking, stress, anxiety and depression. Methods: This study was carried out at four community housing projects in the Lembah Pantai area in Kuala Lumpur. Data was collected between 3 February 2012, and 29 November 2012. Data collectors made house visits and used interviewer administered questionnaires containing questions on demographic data and smoking patterns. Depression anxiety stress scale (DASS) was used to assess psychological symptoms. Alcohol smoking and substance involvement screening tool (ASSIST) scale was used to assess nicotine use. Results: Data from 1989 in iduals (833 households) showed the age of respondents ranged from 18 to 89 years and the mean age was 39.12 years. There were 316 smokers indicating the prevalence of smoking was 15.85%, with 35.5% among males and 1.8% among females. Further, 86.6% of smokers were Malay and 87% were Muslims. Divorce was associated with smoking. Unemployment and housewives were less associated with smoking. Depression and anxiety were significantly associated with smoking (OR = 1.347. 95% CI: 1.042–1.741) and (OR = 1.401. 95% CI: 1.095–1.793) respectively. Conclusion: Screening for depression and anxiety should be routinely performed in the primary care setting and in population-based health screening to intervene early in patients who smoke.
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 2022
DOI: 10.1177/20563051221087390
Abstract: During prolonged social isolation, media exposure is often intensified increases as in iduals turn to the Internet, social media, television, and newspapers for information, communication, entertainment, and more. This exploratory study explores the correlations among media use, anxiety, and wellbeing in China during the COVID-19 pandemic. A survey questionnaire was designed to measure the following five constructs: media dependency, media attention, anxiety, wellbeing, and collectivism. A total of 722 respondents in China participated in the survey from November 2020 to December 2020. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to analyze the data. Our findings indicate that respondents who report collectivist norms tend to experience higher levels of wellbeing (and lower levels of anxiety), regardless of their scores for media use, media attention, or media dependency. Conversely, those respondents who record low collectivism tend to have higher levels of anxiety (and lower wellbeing), even if they report lower media use, attention and dependency during the pandemic. Study results also found that anxiety mediates the relationship between media use and wellbeing. Our introduction of collectivism as a possible moderating variable represents a significant contribution to current academic debates and suggests the inclusion of cultural factors for future studies on media use and anxiety/wellbeing during public health crises.
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