Journal of Current Medical Research and Opinion

Health Promotion Lifestyle in University Students

Haider Jassim Hamid — 2024-10-12

Abstract:

Background: The increased incidence of non-communicable diseases among young in Iraq emphasizes the critical need to promote healthy lifestyles in this age group. The present study aimed to assess the health promotion lifestyle among students in university of Baghdad. Methods: The descriptive cross-sectional study took place between February 10^th 2023 to August 10^th 2023 was carried out in the University of Baghdad (College of Languages) academic 4^th year only, the study sample included 180 students. The questionnaire used in this study consisted of two parts: the first part included demographic questions and the second part the health-promoting lifestyle profile II questionnaire. Results: that overall health-promoting lifestyle is slightly more than moderate; their main score (134.038) (maximum possible score = 208). In the health-promoting lifestyle profile subscales, the participants scored the highest in spiritual growth (mean=25.366) and the lowest in nutrition (mean=19.950), with ascending scores for interpersonal relationships, stress management, health responsibility, and physical activity falling in between. Conclusion and recommendation: Health promotion lifestyle was moderate and nutrition domain was scored lowest, Healthcare providers should pay more attention on students' university knowledge to enhance health prevention.

Keyword: Health lifestyle promotion, university students, University of Baghdad.

Screening of Metabolites Produced by Pathogenic Escherichia coli and Evaluation of its Antimicrobial Activity

Rabab J.H. Al Hasseny — 2024-10-03

Background: First, the term ‘metabolic processes’ refers to all the biochemical reactions which occurs in a given organism, and this is relevant for our aims and objectives as stated below: Substrate oxidations and dissimilation reaction is the chemical variation in bacterial metabolism that energy bacteria employ in the production of energy. Bacterial metabolites play basic roles in human biochemistry; they constitute an unexploited reservoir of drugs effective against a wide spectrum of diseases. In this work, the bioactive chemical compounds produced by Escherichia coli when synthesizing BCs were important for assessing the efficacy of the synthesized BCs against different bacteria.

Methods: The primary and secondary metabolites produced and referred to as the bioactive chemical compound were analyzed using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis. The antibacterial activity in vitro of the ethanolic extract of Escherichia coli was also determined.In E. coli GC-MS analysis the following compounds were found: objectives. It is worth to mention that substrate oxidations and dissimilation reactions are chemically diverse aspects of bacterial metabolism as a means of producing energy. Metabolites created by bacteria are essential for human survival and are also considered to be excellent drug candidates for a large number of diseases. The researchers sought to identify the effectiveness of bioactive chemical compounds that are secreted from Escherichia coli on various bacteria types.

Methods: The bioactive chemical components also referred to as secondary metabolites were determined using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) practices. The above ethanolic extract of Escherichia coli was also assessed its efficacy profiles by the in vitro antibacterial assay.

Result: Following are the list of compounds: tert-Butyl 12-aminododecanoate, 1,12-Diaminododecane, Ethylidenehydroxylamine, 5,6-Diamino-2,3-dicyanopyrazine, 1 -methylpiperidine-3-Mannose, D-Ornithine, 5-Hydroxy-L-tryptophan, Glycerophosphocholine. This research compared the efficacy of two common antibiotics, RF-Rifampicin and SF-Sulfonamide, with an ethanolic extract of Escherichia coli against five different bacteria: , Enterococcus faecalis (14.54±0.11; 23.99±0.23; 17.97±0.20), Bacillus subtilis (15.12±0.21; 25.27±0.26; 19.00±0.2), Streptococcus pyogen Comparing the average activity against all the tested microorganisms, the metabolites of Escherichia coli showed highest activity against Streptococcus pyogenes (15.12±0.21).

Unveiling informal leadership dynamics: A Social Network Analysis (SNA) of nursing staff in North India’s apex hospital

Narinder Kumar — 2024-10-12

Strong organizational culture in hospitals improves patient outcomes and safety. Analysing informal social networks within a hospital can reveal how information flows and identify influential leaders. Engaging these leaders can drive positive change and improve efficiency. Social Network Analysis (SNA) is a valuable tool for mapping these networks and improving decision-making.

This research aims to identify informal leaders among nursing staff in a tertiary care hospital and understand their influence on workplace culture. By studying their clinical knowledge, patient safety information network, and social relationships, the research seeks to categorize different types of informal leaders and their impact. This information will then be used to develop programs for improving organizational culture within the hospital.

This study highlights the importance of informal leaders in healthcare settings and how their influence can vary across different workplaces.
Key takeaways:
• Informal leaders don't always align with formal hierarchy: While Workplace A showed a correlation between seniority and informal leadership, this wasn't the case in the other workplaces studied.
• First study of its kind in India: This research uses Social Network Analysis (SNA) to identify informal leaders among nursing staff in India, filling a gap in existing research.
• Informal leaders are crucial for improvement: By recognizing and engaging these individuals, healthcare organizations can improve team performance and information dissemination.
This study emphasizes the need for healthcare organizations to understand their informal networks and leverage the influence of these key individuals for positive change.

A Short Review on Increase Burden of Documentation Vs Patient Care for Nursing

Sati Chakrabarti — 2024-10-12

In contemporary healthcare settings, nursing documentation plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and continuity of patient care. However, the increasing burden of documentation on nurses has become a significant concern, affecting various aspects of their professional responsibilities and patient outcomes. This review examines the causes, consequences, and potential solutions to address the escalating demands of documentation on nursing practice, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach that prioritizes both documentation requirements and patient-centered care.