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Because of the paucity of studies about the consequences of women’s work and family responsibilities in Iran, in the present study the authors used a qualitative approach to begin to provide in-depth answers to the following question: What are the consequences of having work and family responsibilities in Iranian married women? Data were obtained from 29 participants using individual in-depth interviews conducted with 17 participants in addition to two focus groups (n= 6 per group), all conducted in the second half of 2014. All of the participants were Iranian nationals, married, and held a full-time job outside the home. Five main themes were derived from the study:“promotion of self-esteem and social status,”“facing difficulties,?
Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess repeated glasgow coma scale (GCS) scores in predicting the severity of TBI and patients’ survival.Patients and Methods: In this longitudinal study used a total sample of 239 patients, all of whom were hospitalized with traumatic brain injuries. Subjects were selected by simple random sampling in intensive care unit (ICU) wards of the Shahid Beheshti hospital in Kashan, Iran between September 2008 and September 2010. The patients’ level of consciousness was evaluated using GCS at admission, six hours after admission to the ICU, and at the time of discharge from the hospital. A Glasgow outcome score (GOS) is used to classify the global outcomes in TBI survivors. A joint modeling approach was
Context: The naso-orbito-ethmoid (NOE) area is an intricate structure composed of the nasal, lacrimal, maxillary, frontal, and ethmoid bones. The treatment of NOE fractures is one of the most challenging issues in the management of maxillofacial injuries. The management of these fractures requires a thorough knowledge of midfacial anatomy, surgical techniques, and the available implements in order to obtain optimal aesthetic and functional results. The aim of this study was to review current knowledge (ie, from the past ten years) concerning NOE fractures and the related surgical techniques. Evidence Acquisition: An extensive electronic literature search was performed via international and national databases, including MEDLINE/PubMed, Cochr
Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common condition, especially in middle-aged and older women. UI is known to affect sexual function. Many women with UI do not consult a doctor about their condition. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship of sexual function and help seeking in postmenopausal women with urinary incontinence. This cross-sectional correlation study took place from March to May 2012. The subjects were selected by a clustered sampling method from various zones of Rasht (North of Iran). The data were collected using personal data forms, Questionnaire for Urinary Incontinence Diagnosis, Incontinence Severity Index, and Incontinence Quality of Life questionnaire. Data were analyzed by SPSS17 at the significant level o
The purpose of this study was to investigate whether perceived motor competence and components of health-related physical fitness mediated the relationship between actual motor competence and physical activity in 8- to 9-year-old Iranian girls. A convenience sample of 352 girls (mean age?=?8.7, SD?=?0.3?years) participated in the study. Actual motor competence, perceived motor competence and children’s physical activity were assessed using the Test of Gross Motor Development-2, the physical ability sub-scale of Marsh’s Self-Description Questionnaire and Physical Activity Questionnaire for Older Children, respectively. Body mass index, the 600?yard run/walk, curl-ups, push-ups, and back-saver sit and reach tests assessed health-related p
BackgroundAdmission to the ICU (intensive care unit) is frequently complicated by early AKI (acute kidney injury). The development of AKI following cardiac surgery is particularly associated with increased mortality and morbidity. According to AKIN (acute kidney injury network) criteria, UO (urinary output) is a predictor for AKI.ObjectivesThe goal of this study was to determine the effects of some AKI risk factors on AKI and also to investigate changes in UO as a predictor of AKI using joint modeling.
Background: Several factors affect the emergence of high blood pressure, among which include environmental and occupational factors. Shift work is currently a commonly used program at workplaces.Objectives: The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of shift work on blood pressure changes.Patients and Methods: The data used in this retrospective cohort study was collected using annual observations conducted in the Diseases Follow-up Unit, Industrial Medicine Unit of the Occupational Health Center of the Mobarakeh Steel company from 2007 to 2010. In this study, the effect of shift work on systolic and diastolic blood pressure changes were analyzed by controlling for the body mass index (BMI), age, and educational levels using mult
Background: Hepatitis B is one of the most important liver diseases that would often lead to liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma HCC. Compliance with preventive behaviors, particularly by women, has an important role not only in their health but also it would be lead to the family health. Health belief model HBM is one of the health education models which is widely used to assess people' beliefs about preventive behaviors. Objectives: Due to the importance of hepatitis B vaccination in both women and their family health, in this study we aimed to evaluate pre-marriage women knowledge, health beliefs, and intention of hepatitis B vaccination. Patients and Methods: We conducted our study in two centers in Karaj that are two predomina
Methods:This analytical descriptive study was carried out using pre-registered (March 2010-March 2012) data of neonates in urban/rural health centers of Zanjan province using multiple-stage cluster sampling. Data were analyzed using multiple linear regressions andquantile regression method and SAS 9.2 statistical software.Results:From 8456 newborn baby, 4146 (49%) were female. The mean age of the mothers was 27.1?5.4 years. The mean birthweight of the neonates was 3104?431 grams. Five hundred and seventy-three patients (6.8%) of the neonates were less than 2500 grams. In all quantiles, gestational age of neonates (p< 0.05), weight and educational level of the mothers (p< 0.05) showed a linear significant relationship with the i of the neona
Background: Growth failure in children less than five years old can lead to the serious complications such as increased mortality, learning difficulties or physical disability. The aim of this study was to investigate the nonorganic factors affecting the growth trend in less than two years children living in Zanjan, Iran.Methods: This longitudinal study was conducted on a sample of 3566 children less than two years old in Zanjan. Weight and length growth trends were recorded as ordinal variables and analyzed by longitudinal marginal model.Results: About 12%(n= 289) and 8%(n= 212) of children had at least one decline/stagnation in the weight and length growth curve, respectively. Based on the marginal model, the effect of the child’s age a
Background: The present study was conducted to examine the relationship between two dimensions of work-family conflict (WFC) with marital satisfaction and burnout in a society in which few studies have been done about the consequences of WFC.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2015. Surveys were distributed to 420 employed married women with various jobs living in Bushehr province, Iran. Data were collected using a questionnaire for demographic characteristic, the Netmeyer’s WFC questionnaire, Maslach Burnout Inventory: General Survey (MBI-GS), and Enrich maritalsatisfaction questionnaire. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.Results: There was a negatively significant association between work
BackgroundPatient satisfaction is a key determinant of the quality of medical care. Moreover, satisfaction can be used as a criterion for examining the adequacy of the care, health, and competency of personnel.ObjectivesThis study was conducted to determine the satisfaction of patients receiving trauma care in the emergency department of a hospital affiliated with Isfahan University of Medical Sciences.
Background:The globally increasing epidemic of diabetes will lead to serious problems including diabetic nephropathy and kidney diseases in near future. The first clinical diagnosable stage in a diabetic kidney disease is microalbuminuria (urinary albumin excretion of 30-300 g/24 hours).Objectives:This prospective cohort study investigated the risk factors of microalbuminuria in patients with type 2 diabetes who had been registered in endocrine and metabolism research center in Isfahan city, Iran.Patients and Methods:This prospective cohort study was performed on 90 diabetic type 2 patients with microalbuminuria, who were selected according to the consecutive sample selection method during 6 years. Data were collected through regular and sy
Background:Despite the paramount importance and direct relationship of spirituality and spiritual care with health and well-being, they are relatively neglected aspects of nursing care.Objectives:The aim of this study is to explore Iranian nurses’ perceptions and experiences of the facilitators of spiritual care delivery.Materials and Methods:For this qualitative content analysis study, a purposive maximum-variation sample of 17 nurses was recruited from teaching and private hospitals in Tehran, Iran. Data were collected from 19 individual, unstructured interviews. The conventional content-analysis approach was applied in data analysis.Results:The facilitators of spiritual care delivery fall into two main themes: living to achieve cogniza
The purpose of this study was to investigate whether perceived motor competence and components of health-related physical fitness mediated the relationship between actual motor competence and physical activity in 8-to 9-year-old Iranian girls. A convenience sample of 352 girls (mean age= 8.7, SD= 0.3 years) participated in the study. Actual motor competence, perceived motor competence and children’s physical activity were assessed using the Test of Gross Motor Development-2, the physical ability sub-scale of Marsh’s Self-Description Questionnaire and Physical Activity Questionnaire for Older Children, respectively. Body mass index, the 600 yard run/walk, curl-ups, push-ups, and back-saver sit and reach tests assessed health-related phys
Mannose-binding lectin (MBL) is a protein of innate immune system that is involved in opsonization and complement activation. MBL deficiency is associated with predisposition to infectious diseases; however subnormal levels are also seen in healthy subjects. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence and clinical manifestation of MBL deficiency in patients with increased susceptibility to infection. We studied the MBL serum concentration of 104 patients with a history of recurrent and/or severe infections referred to Immunology, Asthma and Allergy Research Institute (IAARI) in order to evaluate the primary immunodeficiency (PID). The distribution of MBL deficiency in these patients and 593 healthy subjects of previous study wer
BackgroundTubal ligation (TL) is recommended for women who have completed their family planning. The existence of the menstrual disorders following this procedure has been the subject of debate for decades. This study was conducted to identify the relationship between tubal ligation and menstrual disorders.Materials and MethodsA historical cohort study was carried out on 140 women undergoing tubal ligation (TL group) and on 140 women using condom as the main contraceptive method (Non-TL group). They aged between 20 and 40 years and were selected from a health care center in Rudsar, Guilan Province, Iran, during 2013-2014. The two groups were comparable in demographic characteristics, obstetrical features and menstrual bleeding pattern using