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Introduction
Clinical photography is a practical tool in the area of training and research of medical science. The goal of this research is to determine the rate of social network using and the level of awareness and attitudes toward the ethical considerations of sharing clinical photos of patients on social networks by medical students and medical assistants.
MethodsIn a cross-sectional study, the population of the study including the medical assistants(residents) and students at Urmia University of Medical Sciences. Their awareness and attitudes regarding ethical issues in sharing clinical photos on social networks have been evaluated using a standardized questionnaire.
ResultsThis study was conducted with 450 participants. 96.6% of the participants use smartphones, and 432 (96%) of them had an account at least in one social networks. 92% of the participants had an account on Instagram, 22% on Facebook, 74% on Telegram, and 38% on LinkedIn. 46% of participants have been a member of more than one social networks. Also, 42% had more than one account on social networks. In 68% of participants, the clinical or photography findings of patients were shared on social networks. General awareness of ethical guideline in sharing clinical findings of patients was 10.6% (32 cases) in medical students and 18.6% (28 cases) in residents.
ConclusionThe use of social networks by smartphones among medical students in Iran is increased like to the other countries, and there is low awareness of ethical issues in regard to sharing or posting medical photography in medical professional setting.
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زمینه
کمبود اهدای عضو در ایران یک چالش مهم در پیوند اعضا در ایران است. از طریق تعاملات ارتباطی موثر و ابعاد بازاریابی اجتماعی می توان اثر مثبتی در تغییر رفتار مردم نسبت به اهدای عضو ایجاد نمود. لذا هدف این مطالعه تعیین مولفه های موثر در بعد تبلیغات ترویجی (از ابعاد بازاریابی اجتماعی) اهدای عضو بود.
روش کاراین مطالعه، یک مطالعه کیفی چند روشی بود که با استفاده از مرور حیطه ای و تحلیل مضمون کیفی انجام شد. سوال مرور حیطه ای عبارت بود از: مولفه ها و نقاط تماس (Touchpoints) اثربخش برای انتقال پیام های تبلیغاتی در اهدای عضو چیست؟ ابتدا مستندات منتشر شده در خصوص اهدای عضو از پایگاه های PubMed، Scopus، Web of Science، ProQuest، Emerald و SID در بین سال های 2020 تا 2024 استخراج شد. بعد از بررسی براساس معیارهای ورود و خروج مطالعه، تعداد 83 مستند وارد مطالعه شد. در مرحله بعد با استفاده از روش تحلیل مضمون با تمرکز بر مولفه و تم های موثر بر تغییر رفتار مردم در رابطه با اهدای عضو، کدگذاری های لازم استخراج گردید تا به عنوان نقاط تماس موثر در اهدای عضو مد نظر قرار گیرند.
یافته هااز کل 83 مقاله، 3 حیطه و 12 مولفه و 120 کد در بعد تبلیغات ترویجی اهدای عضو شناسایی گردید. سه حیطه مهم در این زمینه شامل 1) عوامل موثر بر اثربخشی پیام، 2) انواع پیام و 3) کانال های ارتباطی پیام بودند. در حیطه اول یعنی عوامل موثر بر اثربخشی، 4 مولفه شامل قالب پیام، ارائه دهنده پیام، مخاطب پیام و ارزیابی پیام؛ و در حیطه دوم یعنی نوع پیام، 4 مولفه شامل پیام های ترغیبی، پیام های اطلاعاتی، پیام های خودتعیینی، پیام های احساسی؛ و در حیطه سوم یعنی کانال های ارتباطی پیام، 4 مولفه شامل رسانه های رویداد محور، رسانه های چاپی، رسانه های دیجیتالی و رسانه های صوتی و تصویری شناسایی گردید.
نتیجه گیریپژوهش حاضر نشان داد که استفاده از اصول بازاریابی اجتماعی، به خصوص تمرکز بر نیازها و ارزش های مخاطبان، می تواند به ارتقای سطح آگاهی و مشارکت در اهدای عضو منجر شود. این بررسی جامع، تعدادی از عوامل که منجر به نتایج موفقیت آمیز در افزایش اهدای عضو می شوند را شناسایی کرد. با این حال، این عوامل به ندرت به صورت ترکیبی مورد مطالعه قرار گرفته اند که نشان دهنده شکافی در ادبیات موضوع است. پیشنهاد می شود در برنامه ریزی های آتی، به طراحی استراتژی های بلندمدت و پایش اثرات این اقدامات توجه بیشتری شود تا تاثیرپذیری تبلیغات در این حوزه افزایش یابد.
کلید واژگان: اهدای عضو، بازاریابی اجتماعی، رسانه های اجتماعی، رفتار اجتماعیBackgroundThe shortage of organ donations in in IRAN is a significant challenge that can be addressed through effective communication interactions. The dimensions of social marketing can positively impact people's behavior about organ donation. This study aimed to identify the effective components of the promotional advertising aspect of organ donation based on these dimensions.
MethodsThis research was a scoping review to examine studies conducted in reputable databases from 2020 to 2024. This study sought to address the following question: What are the components and touchpoints that effectively contribute to increasing organ donation? A total of 83 articles were selected for inclusion in the study. Subsequently, thematic analysis was employed, focusing on components and themes influencing behavior change related to organ donation. Necessary coding was extracted to be considered an effective touchpoint in organ donation.
ResultsFrom the 83 articles, three main domains, 12 components, and 120 codes were identified in the promotional advertising aspect of organ donation. Based on the research findings, the three important domains included factors affecting message effectiveness, types of messages, and communication channels. Regarding factors influencing effectiveness, four components were identified: message format, message sender, message recipient, and message evaluation. In the domain of message types, four components were identified: persuasive messages, informational messages, self-determination messages, and emotional messages. Regarding communication channels, four components were identified: event-based media, print media, digital media, and audiovisual media.
ConclusionThe present study demonstrated that using social marketing principles, particularly focusing on the needs and values of the audience, can increase awareness and participation in organ donation. This scoping review identified several factors that contribute to successful outcomes in increasing organ donation. However, these factors have rarely been studied in combination, indicating a gap in the literature. To enhance the effectiveness of campaigns in this field, future planning should place greater emphasis on designing long-term strategies and monitoring the effects of these initiatives.
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Objective
The Focused assessment with sonography in trauma (FAST) protocol is one of the most critical steps in trauma assessment in current emergency department practices. The contribution of video-based learning to medical education is increasingly recognized. This study aims to evaluate the quality of videos related to e-FAST ultrasonography as well as the factors influencing video quality.
MethodsThe study encompassed conducting searches on YouTube using the keywords "FAST," "E-FAST," and "Trauma USG," followed by a comprehensive analysis of the retrieved videos. The quality of these videos was evaluated using JAMA, GQS, and DISCERN scores.
ResultsThe study included 93 videos. The mean mDISCERN score was 3.1 (0.9), the mean JAMA score was 2.1 (0.7), and the mean GQS score was 3.4 (1.0). Sixty-five (69.9%) of the videos were recorded by individuals, and 60 (64.5%) used only the US image in the video. The median video length was 639 seconds (s) (range: 250–1305 s), median number of comments was 0 (range 0–4), median upload date (days) was 1675 (range: 976-2750), number of views was 2250 (range: 467-14187), and number of likes was 28 (range: 8-162). The mean mDISCERN and JAMA scores of institutional videos were 3.2 (0.9) and 2.2 (0.7), respectively, and the mean mDISCERN and JAMA scores of individual videos were 2.7 (0.8) and 1.9 (0.7) (P values = 0.008 and 0.018, respectively). The mean GQS score of institutional videos was 3.5 (0.1), and the mean GQS score of individual videos was 3.3 (0.8) (P=0.325). The median number of comments in individual videos was 4.0 (range: 0.0–12.5), while the median number of comments in institutional videos was 0.0 (range: 0.0–2.0; P= 0.011). There is a significant difference in the number of likes (P=0.043). No significant difference was found in video length, date, and number of views between individual and institutional videos (P values = 0.236, 0.974, and 0.255, respectively).
ConclusionUpon reviewing e-FAST/FAST protocol videos on social networks, it becomes apparent that institutional videos exhibit better quality. Institutional videos are not only more target-oriented, but they also provide reliable information and are optimized for timeliness.
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Introduction
Social media has emerged as a transformative tool in disaster management, addressing challenges such as communication gaps, coordination inefficiencies, and delays in information dissemination. The Kermanshah earthquake in Iran serves as a case study, highlighting the critical role of platforms like Telegram and Instagram in disaster response and recovery.
MethodsThis case report examines the role of social media during the Kermanshah earthquake by analyzing data from social media activity, official reports, and news coverage. The analysis focuses on how social media facilitated information exchange, resource mobilization, and community engagement during the post-disaster period.
ResultsSocial media enabled victims to communicate their safety and location to relatives in real time, mainly through Telegram. It played a key role in organizing volunteers and healthcare personnel and supporting resource distribution. However, the large volume of unfiltered information posed challenges for relief organizations, requiring prioritization and verification. Additionally, the lack of coordinated communication between crisis managers and mass media led to the spread of inaccurate information. Limited internet connectivity in some areas further hindered the effective use of these platforms.
ConclusionThe Kermanshah earthquake demonstrated the dual role of social media in disaster management, acting both as a facilitator and a source of challenges. While it significantly enhanced communication and mobilization efforts, better strategies are needed for filtering information, ensuring authenticity, and integrating social media with official disaster response systems.
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BackgroundSocial media has emerged as a powerful tool in modern midwifery clinical education, particularly for students who face challenges in accessing training opportunities within gynecology units. Despite its growing relevance, limited research has explored students’ perceptions and attitudes regarding the use of social media for clinical education.ObjectivesThis study aimed to evaluate midwifery students’ awareness, perceptions, and attitudes toward the integration of social media into midwifery clinical education.MethodsA cross-sectional design was conducted, enrolling 257 midwifery students from the Nursing School in Jordan between November and December 2023. A self-reported online questionnaire, distributed via Google Forms, was used to assess students’ views on the usefulness of social media (19 items) and their attitudes toward its responsible use in clinical education (14 items). Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were conducted for data analysis using IBM SPSS (version 25).ResultsThe majority of midwifery students (n=130, 50.56%) reported using Telegram as a platform for clinical education. However, a significant portion of students expressed negative attitudes toward the content available on social media (n=147, 57.2%). Most participants followed vloggers or bloggers who provided midwifery educational content (n=216, 84.0%) and engaged in social media groups dedicated to educational resources for midwives (n=211, 82.1%). Notably, younger students under the age of 20 found midwifery-related content on social media to be more beneficial, while unmarried students perceived the content as more accessible compared to their married counterparts.ConclusionThe findings indicate that while midwifery students utilize social media for clinical education, they harbor negative attitudes toward its content. This highlights the need for responsible use of social media and a professional, positive approach. Policies are necessary to guide the integration of social media into midwifery curricula to ensure its effectiveness in education.Keywords: Attitude, Education, Jordan, Midwifery, Social Media
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BackgroundSocial media has become a significant platform for sharing medical knowledge and promoting public health awareness. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are among the leading causes of mortality worldwide, accounting for nearly one-third of global deaths. Analyzing the content of health organizations’ social media platforms, such as Instagram pages related to cardiovascular diseases, offers valuable insights into their role in public health promotion and nursing practiceObjectivesThis study aimed to analyze the content of leading health organizations' Instagram pages focused on cardiovascular diseases.MethodsA content analysis was conducted on the Instagram pages of two leading health organizations, the American Heart Association and the British Heart Foundation. All posts related to cardiovascular diseases from January to June 2022 were systematically analyzed. Data collection and analysis were performed concurrently, following the Graneheim and Lundman method for qualitative content analysis. To ensure the trustworthiness of the data, Guba and Lincoln’s (1994) four criteria were applied.ResultsA total of 278 posts from the two selected pages were meticulously analyzed, leading to the identification of three primary categories: “Cultural Influence on Cardiovascular Health,” “Guiding the Health Journey,” and “Empowerment Amidst Cardiovascular Disease.” These categories were further subdivided into six subcategories: increasing social sensitivity, enhancing social responsibility, promoting lifestyle modifications, improving psychological skills, managing diseases, and sharing peer experiences.ConclusionsIn today's digital landscape, awareness of credible health information on social media is essential for nurses to provide optimal care, remain informed, and engage effectively with patients and communities. Given the rising utilization of these platforms, regular content analyses are recommended due to their substantial influence on public health.Keywords: Cardiovascular Diseases, Social Media, Health Organizations, Content Analysis
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Background
The purpose of the present study was to examine how Moodle, a learning management system, influences students' motivation and attitudes toward online learning, both with and without the use of Eitaa as a learning platform, and how this influences the promotion of personal health.
MethodsThis research was semi-experimental in nature. Four groups of totally 101 female students from the Shahid Bahonar University of Hamedan, affiliated with Farhangian University, were chosen at random. The first group was trained online for two months using Moodle, while the second group was trained through the Eitaa virtual network. The third group was trained in a combination of Moodle and Eitaa, and the fourth group was trained in the traditional way (lecture). Students' attitudes were assessed in the pre- and post-exam stages using Levin's attitude questionnaire, and their motivation was measured using Papi's questionnaire. The research instruments were examined and confirmed in terms of reliability and validity in a preliminary study.
ResultsAfter 2 months of online training with Moodle as a Learning Management System (LMS), students' attitude and motivation to promote their personal health increased significantly compared to traditional education. Students in the Eitaa group scored greater on attitude and motivation than those in the conventional group. The attitudes and motivations of students in the combined LMS-Eitaa group and the conventional education group did not significantly differ from one another.
ConclusionTo improve students' attitude and motivation, online training by the Moodel should be used as an LMS. This successful educational approach will lead to the improvement of a healthy lifestyle by promotion of the level of personal health.
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Background
We aimed to evaluate the relationship between social media addiction and eating disorders in the followers of social media influencer.
MethodThe study (n=561) was conducted with 112 men and 449 women, who follow a social media influencer and volunteered to participate in the study. Social media addiction scale for adults form (SMAS-AF) was used to evaluate the social media addiction, and ORTO-15 scale was used to determine the eating disorders.
Results80.9% of the participants had orthorexia nervosa and 19.1% were normal. BMI and social media addiction scale total score were significantly higher than optimal rates and ORTO-15 total score was significantly low (P<0.05). Age, anthropometric measurements, sub-scores of SMAS-AF and clinical domain sub-score of orthorexia nervosa were significantly different between the groups (P<0.05). It was significantly found that the emotional domain sub-score increased as the virtual tolerance score and virtual communication score increased (P<0.05). A relationship was found between the total score of the social media addiction scale and the emotional domain sub-score (P<0.05).
ConclusionSocial media use may negatively affect individuals’ eating behaviors and contribute to body image dissatisfaction.
Keywords: Social Media, Social Media Addiction, Eating Disorders, Nervosa -
Background
The majority of female nurses have maternal responsibilities; therefore, psychological support, parenting education, and lifestyle modifications to reduce parental stress are particularly significant for this group.
ObjectivesThis study aimed to compare the effects of parenting education delivered through multimedia and social media on nurses' parental stress during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MethodsThis quasi-experimental research was conducted in 2020 in selected hospitals in Tehran, where participants were randomly assigned to two experimental groups (social media and multimedia) and one control group (n = 20 per group). A total of 60 female nurses were recruited through convenience sampling. In the multimedia group, nurses received four DVDs, each containing five training sessions, over a period of four weeks. In the social media group, educational materials, including voice-narrated PowerPoint presentations, were delivered via Rubika and WhatsApp messengers in 20 sessions over four weeks. The control group received no intervention. The Parenting Stress Index was used for data collection both before the intervention and two weeks after its completion.
ResultsThere was no significant difference in parental stress scores between the three groups before the intervention (P = 0.956); however, the difference after the intervention was significant (P < 0.0001).
ConclusionsEducation delivered through social media had a greater impact on reducing nurses' parental stress compared to multimedia. This method is recommended for educating nurses to reduce stress and enhance their performance.
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IntroductionNowadays the most widely used applications on the Internet are social networks. It has been reported that excessive use of social media has a negative impact on physical and mental health by causing dependency. Main objective of this study was to investigate the rate of social media dependency among undergraduate medical school university students in Ardabil city, Iran.
Materials and MethodsThis cross-sectional descriptive-analytical study was conducted among department of medicine students to investigate the level of social media dependency from April 2023 to December 2023. A total of 540 people were participated in the study. The questionnaire along with the demographic information questionnaire was provided for the users and after collecting and scoring the questionnaires, the data were coded and then entered into the SPSS version 24 and then analyzed by descriptive statistics methods in the form of tables, graphs, statistical indicators like average and standard deviation. Furthermore, ANOVA test and Pearson's correlation coefficient were used to check the relationship between statistical data.ResultsOf all students, 12.8% had strong dependence on social networks and 71.9% of them had moderate dependence. It was found that the level of dependence to social networks does not have a significant relationship with the students’ age, gender, the age of parents and the number of family members, but it has a significant relationship with the position (birth order) of children in the family and the field of study. It was observed that there is a negative relationship between the academic year of students and the level of dependency to social media.
ConclusionsAccording to the results, it was determined that measures should be taken to inform students about the harmful effects of excessive and uncontrolled use of social media.Keywords: Dependency, University Students, Prevalence, Social Media Dependence, Social Media -
Background
Sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) remains one of the leading causes of infant mortality worldwide and is largely driven by sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Although SIDS has received coverage and examination of content spanning Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter across the published academic literature, there is no study to date that has examined SIDS related content on YouTube.
MethodsThis descriptive observational study was conducted from December 2023 through January 2024 and sought to describe the sources, formats and content covered across the 100 widely viewed videos pertaining to SIDS on YouTube.
ResultsThe majority of the videos published were by organizations (N=64) including healthcare systems, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and police departments. Several of the widely viewed SIDS-related content was disseminated by professionals (N=42). Multiple videos presented content on the symptomology pertaining to SIDS as well as contributing environmental risk factors. A wide range of resources were depicted as SIDS reduction measures. Notably, there was substantial emphasis on SIDS reduction postnatally across the widely viewed videos. There was limited representation of content on SIDS awareness and reduction outside of the United States.
ConclusionClinical, public health, and organizational implications and recommendations are presented to inform future targets for intervention that can harness findings from this study on widely covered and uncovered content to address the totality of risk factors for SIDS. Future directions in health promotion across the SIDS reduction landscape are also reviewed to account for digital spaces globally, thereby contributing towards reducing infant mortality worldwide.
Keywords: Cot Death, Crib Death, Health Communications, Health Promotion, Infant Mortality, Social Media, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome -
Background
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has become a great global health problem. It has also affected mental healthcare providers, especially nurses and midwives. This study was conducted to evaluate the resilience of Iranian midwives and the effectiveness of daily motivational messages through the WhatsApp messenger in improving resilience.
MethodsA psychoeducational intervention study with a control group was conducted on 362 midwives who were on duty in Iran during 2021. The samples were selected from the national midwifery Telegram group, and the data were collected through a Google Form. The tools used included the checklist of demographic characteristics and Davidson’s resilience questionnaire, whose validity and reliability have been determined in the Persian version. The Persian version of the Connor-Davidson resilience scale (CD-RISC) was administered to all participants at baseline and at the end of the study. The intervention group received daily motivational messages via WhatsApp for 43 days. These motivational messages, based on Quranic verses and hadiths, were sent daily. Data were analyzed using SPSS software, version 16, and included the paired t-test, independent t-test, chi-square test, and Pearson and Spearman correlation coefficient tests.
ResultsThere was no significant difference in terms of personal characteristics between the groups at baseline (P>0.05). After the intervention, the resilience score increased significantly in the intervention group (P=0.002).
ConclusionMotivational massaging via social media could be effective in increasing resilience among healthcare workers in stressful conditions, including epidemics.
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Objective
TikTok is a rapidly growing social media platform with over 800 million users worldwide. Many patients access fertility-related content across social media platforms, however, this has never been studied related to TikTok. This study aimed to describe patient perspectives and experiences using TikTok for fertility-related content.
Materials and methodsWe conducted a cross-sectional web-based survey from April 1st 2023 to October 1st 2023 at a large fertility center in Toronto, Canada. Patients were eligible for inclusion if they self-identified that they use TikTok for fertility-related content and had pursued any form of fertility care. Results of the survey were described with descriptive statistics and thematic analysis.
ResultsA total of 23 patients with a mean age of 36.74±6.67 years participated in the online survey. Fertility-related TikTok content included lived experiences of fertility journeys descriptions of fertility treatments or procedures, live-streaming of fertility treatments or procedures, interactive questions and answers, and educational videos. Creators of fertility-related TikTok content include patients undergoing fertility treatments, physicians, naturopaths, counselors, and patient advocates. The most common reasons for liking TikTok for fertility content included empathy or shared experiences, stress relief, and self-education. Reasons for disliking TikTok for fertility information included misinformation, commercialization or advertisements, and negative emotions of stress, anxiety, or emotional upset. Misconceptions seen on TikTok included misinformation about complications and success rates for assisted reproductive therapy, as well as nutritional advice.
ConclusionFertility providers should have a growing awareness of information available on TikTok for patients accessing fertility care and assisted reproductive technology.
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Background
Updating the knowledge and having the best performance of nurses in the ICUs, due to their heavy work shifts, requires choosing the appropriate educational method.
ObjectivesThis study was conducted with the aim of determining the effect of e-learning through social media on the knowledge and performance of ICU nurses regarding tube feeding.
MethodsThis quasi-experimental study was conducted on 76 ICU nurses who were eligible to enter the study and were divided into two intervention and control groups using the random allocation method. The data collection tools included demographic, knowledge level questionnaires, and nurses' performance checklist regarding tube feeding. The intervention group was given 8 sessions of group training using PowerPoint and Online questions and answers through WhatsApp social media. Before and two weeks after the training, the questionnaire and checklist of nurses' knowledge and performance were completed. Finally, the data was analyzed with SPSS 22 software.
ResultsThe two groups were homogeneous in terms of demographic variables (P > 0.05), except for gender. To compare the knowledge score after the intervention, by controlling the confounding effects and the possible effects of the knowledge score before the intervention, analysis of covariance was used. There was a significant difference between the knowledge score of the intervention and control groups after training on WhatsApp (P = 0.001). There was no significant difference between the two groups in the mean performance scores before the intervention (P = 0.833). This difference was significant after the intervention (P < 0.001), so that the performance scores of the intervention group were higher than the control group.
ConclusionsDue to nurses' heavy work shifts, the possibility of face-to-face education program is less; learning using social media can lead to an increase in the knowledge and performance of nurses in ICU in the field of tube feeding.
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Interdisciplinary Journal of Virtual Learning in Medical Sciences, Volume:15 Issue: 4, Dec 2024, PP 388 -399BackgroundConsidering the significance of adherence to treatment in patients with COVID-19 and the role and benefits of education through social media, this study aimed to investigate the impact of social media-based intervention on improving the knowledge, attitude, and performance of patients with COVID-19 following their hospital discharge.MethodsThis interventional study was carried out from November 2021 to July 2022 at a hospital in Tehran, Iran, involving patients diagnosed with COVID-19. The participants were categorized into two groups: an intervention group that received social media-based training and a control group that underwent conventional training. A total of 60 eligible patients were selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to either the intervention group (n=30) or the control group (n=30). The participants' knowledge, attitudes, and performance were assessed using a questionnaire developed by the researchers, both prior to and two weeks after the educational intervention. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 24, employing independent and paired T-tests as well as Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) for statistical evaluation.ResultsA comparison of pre-test and post-test variables between the two groups demonstrated a significant difference in the intervention group (P=0.001). Furthermore, the analysis of between-group differences indicated that the intervention led to a substantial enhancement in post-test scores regarding attitude, knowledge, and performance in the intervention group when compared to the control group (P<0.001).ConclusionThe study's findings indicate that interventions delivered via social media significantly improve the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of patients with COVID-19 after their hospital discharge. These results underscore the critical role of social media in enhancing patients' awareness and skills in health management.Keywords: Knowledge, Attitude, Performance, Social Media, Self Care, COVID-19
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Interdisciplinary Journal of Virtual Learning in Medical Sciences, Volume:15 Issue: 4, Dec 2024, PP 300 -315Background
In the modern era, social media has transformed how people connect, communicate, and assimilate information. However, as social media use becomes increasingly global, concerns have been raised about its negative impact on mental health and consequences such as behavioral addictions. This narrative review aimed to uncover the possible implications of users' obsession with social media and how it affects behavioral addictions to examine the factors contributing to social media obsession and explore the impact of social media addiction on mental health with the underlying causes of compulsive behaviors.
MethodsThis narrative review was conducted using multiple databases, employing specific keywords related to social media addiction, obsessions, online likes, self-presentation, and psychological effects. A total of 71 papers were selected according to the inclusion criteria, and finally, 11 were retrieved. All the English qualitative and quantitative studies from 4 April 2011 to 14 April 2022 were included. The relevant studies were ultimately selected with the aid of peer review.
ResultsThe findings showed that gender and age differences influence social networking use. It is worth noting that users often alter their online images and feel worse after comparing themselves to others. Getting fewer likes can make teenagers feel rejected, especially if their peers have victimized them in the past. Besides, the use of social media by adolescents is connected to symptoms of depression, poor sleep, and comparing themselves to others, showing that it can have complex effects on mental health. However, the literature also indicates that social media improves communication, customer management, and engagement, in addition to providing significant learning opportunities.
ConclusionThis study emphasizes the need for personal responsibilities, focusing more on core connections rather than hits, likes, and popularity. While social media can be an influential tool for connecting, maintaining relationships, and empowering individuals, an attentive and critical approach is needed to avoid its potential downsides. Excessive use and easy access to social media are more likely to develop an addiction to popularity, self-objectification, and mental illness.
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فصلنامه نوید نو، پیاپی 91 (پاییز 1403)، صص 105 -114مقدمه و هدف
یکی از چالش های حرفه پرستاری، تصویر عمومی از این حرفه است. در رسانه ها، پرستاران بیشتر با جنسیت زن و زیردست پزشک دیده می شوند. با توجه به اینکه دیدگاه رسانه ها در خصوص حرفه پرستاری متفاوت است، لذا این مطالعه مروری سیستماتیک با هدف تعیین تصویر عمومی و جایگاه حرفه پرستاری در رسانه ها و جامعه و ارتباط آن با نقش جنسیت پرستاران انجام شد.
مواد و روش هامطالعه حاضر در طی 5 مرحله انجام شد. کلید واژه های لاتین Nursing ، Public image، , Social media Social position و کلید واژه های پرستاری، تصویر عمومی، رسانه اجتماعی، جایگاه اجتماعی در بانک های اطلاعاتی Cochrane, Scopus, , SID, Science Direct, Web of sciences, جسنجو شدند. معیار ورود، شامل مطالعاتی بودند که هدف آنها شناسایی تصویر یا حرفه پرستاری بود. مطالعات در بازه زمانی 2010 تا 2022 انجام شده بودند.
یافته هایافته های 13 مطالعه نشان داد که تصویر عمومی حرفه پرستاری در رسانه های مختلف و جامعه در کشور های مختلف و قومیت های مختلف متفاوت است. همچنین نباید نقش جنسیت پرستاران را در این دیگاه از نظر دور کرد.
نتیجه گیریطبق مرور انجام شده می توان چنین نتیجه گیری کرد که برنامه های متنوع تلویزیون می تواند تاثیر به سزایی در دیدگاه عموم مردم از حرفه پرستاری و خصوصا جنسیت در حرفه پرستاری داشته باشد. لذا به سیاست گذاران نظام پرستاری و رسانه ها می توان اعلام کرد تا تلاش خود را جهت دیده شدن هویت پرستاری در جامعه افزایش دهند.
کلید واژگان: پرستاری، تصویر عمومی، رسانه اجتماعی، جایگاه اجتماعیNavid no, Volume:27 Issue: 91, Autumn 2024, PP 105 -114Background and AimOne of the challenges of the nursing profession is the public image of this profession. In the media, nurses are mostly seen as female and subordinate to doctors. Considering that the views of the public and the media regarding the nursing profession are different, therefore, this systematic review study was conducted with the aim of investigating the public image and the position of the nursing profession in the media and society and its relationship with the gender role of nurses.
Materials and MethodsThis study was done in 5 stages. The keywords Nursing, Public image, Social media, Social position were searched in Cochrane, Scopus, SID, Science Direct, Web of sciences. The inclusion criteria included studies whose purpose was to identify the image or profession of nursing. The studies were conducted between 2010 and 2022.
ResultsThe findings of 13 studies showed that the public image of the nursing profession differs across various media, societies, countries, and ethnicities. Additionally, the role of nurses' gender in this regard should not be overlooked.
ConclusionAccording to the review, it can be concluded that various television programs can have a significant impact on the general public's view of the nursing profession and especially the gender accepted in nursing. Therefore, it can be announced to the policy makers of the nursing system and the media to increase their efforts to make the identity of nursing visible in the society.
Keywords: Nursing, Public Image, Social Media, Social Position -
Background
Health information‑seeking behavior refers to individuals’ targeted actions to satisfy their health information needs and search for relevant disease‑related information. Nowadays, social media platforms provide a great opportunity for meeting health information needs and delivering preventive education regarding human papillomavirus (HPV). The purpose of this study is the information‑seeking behavior of Iranian young adults (18–28 years old) regarding HPV on social media, a preventive approach to HPV.
MethodsThe present descriptive‑analytical study was conducted in 2023 among Iranian boys and girls aged 18–28 years. A multistage cluster sampling method was used to select 3840 participants. The data collection tool was Longo’s Health Information‑Seeking Behavior Questionnaire. The collected data were analyzed using the SPSS software.
ResultsThe results showed that Iranian youth aged 18–28 were more inclined to seek information on social media about the transmission routes and preventive measures for HPV. The primary informational need regarding transmission was “I want to know the main route of HPV transmission is through vaginal and anal intercourse?”, and regarding prevention, it was “Can condoms prevent HPV infection?” Additionally, the findings indicated that young individuals sought information about HPV after their first sexual encounter. Most of the information needs of the youth were fulfilled through YouTube, Instagram, and WhatsApp, mainly in video format. Approximately 85.10% of the youth were satisfied with the information obtained from social media. The results revealed a significant and positive relationship between the health information needs of young adults (18–28 years old) in the area of HPV and personal factors. Gender, age, marital status, education level, history of HPV infection, and engaging is unprotected extramarital sex were identified as significant influential factors on the level of information needs of young individuals, especially regarding HPV preventive measures (P < 0.05).
ConclusionHealth authorities and disease control and prevention centers need to harness the potential of social media in meeting the informational needs of youth and providing education and awareness, especially concerning the transmission and prevention of HPV.
Keywords: Health Information Needs, HPV, Social Media, Young Adults -
Background
Soft tissue reconstruction with a reverse sural flap (RSAF) is a useful method to treat soft tissue defects around the ankle, distal tibia, and heels.
ObjectivesProper education of patients undergoing this surgery is crucial for patients due to the complexity of the surgical procedure and the necessity to adhere to post-operative care instructions.
MethodsThis randomized clinical trial was performed between August 2019 and August 2022. The study included 30 male patients with soft tissue defects around the ankle and distal tibia who underwent RSAF surgery. Before the surgery, patients were randomized by simple randomization into two groups, group A received oral and face-to-face education regarding the postoperative cure process, while group B received education through a short video. The variables included flap failure, duration from surgery to discharge, and flap congestion. Data were analyzed using SPSS software, version 26, with statistical significance set at a P<0.05.
ResultsOut of the total patients, 12(40%) experienced different levels of flap congestion, although no significant difference was observed between the two groups (P>0.05). The mean duration from surgery to discharge was 8.4 days in group A and 10.06 days in group B, showing no statistically meaningful difference (P>0.05). None of the patients experienced any major complications.
ConclusionThe video-assisted education for reverse sural artery flap (RSAF) procedure is not inferior to the traditional face-to-face methods. However, further studies with larger sample sizes and across various surgical procedures are recommended to determine the best method of education for patients undergoing challenging procedures, such as RSAF.
Keywords: Sural Flap, Soft Tissue, Reconstruction, Social Media, Video -
سابقه و هدف
با آغاز همه گیری کووید-19، انتشار اطلاعات نادرست در رسانه های اجتماعی به طور چشمگیری افزایش یافت. همه گیری ها اغلب با گسترش تصورات نادرست همراه هستند که می توانند مردم را در مورد میزان خطر و روش های بهینه محافظت گمراه کنند. این مطالعه با هدف ارزیابی دیدگاه مردم نسبت به فضای مجازی و شایعات منتشر شده درباره کووید-19 انجام شد.
مواد و روش هااین مطالعه مقطعی در سال 1399 بر روی 1042 نفر از عموم مردم استان خوزستان انجام شد که با روش نمونه گیری در دسترس انتخاب شدند. داده ها از طریق یک نظرسنجی آنلاین جمع آوری گردید. ابزار پژوهش شامل یک پرسشنامه ساختاریافته بود که بخش های مختلفی را پوشش می داد: اطلاعات دموگرافیک، پرسش های مرتبط با شایعات و اطلاعات نادرست در مورد کووید-19 در فضای مجازی، و دانش استفاده از فضای مجازی.
یافته هامیانگین اطلاعات نادرست درباره بیماری کووید-19، 7/12 3±/105 و میانگین دانش مردم نسبت به فضای مجازی 3/3± 8/9 بود. بین میزان اطلاعات نادرست منتشرشده و دانش مردم نسبت به فضای مجازی در مورد بیماری کووید-19، همبستگی آماری معنی داری مشاهده نشد (0/2=P). اما میانگین اطلاعات نادرست بین گروه های سنی (0/003=P)، سطح تحصیلات (0/001=P) و وضعیت شغلی (0/001=P) پاسخ دهندگان، تفاوت آماری معنی داری داشت. همچنین، 279 نفر (26/8%) از پاسخ دهندگان اطلاعات خود را عمدتا از طریق رسانه های اجتماعی خارجی و 92 نفر (8/8%) از طریق رسانه های اجتماعی داخلی دریافت کرده بودند.
نتیجه گیریبا توجه به نتایج این مطالعه، ضرورت دارد برنامه هایی برای افزایش آگاهی عمومی از طریق بهره گیری صحیح از فضای مجازی در اپیدمی های مشابه آینده طراحی و اجرا شوند. همچنین، ارائه راهکارهای موثر برای پیشگیری از انتشار و استفاده از اطلاعات نادرست در فضای مجازی باید در اولویت قرار گیرد
کلید واژگان: کووید-19، اطلاعات نادرست، رسانه های اجتماعی، آگاهیIntroductionWith the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the spread of misinformation on social media was increasing daily. Disease outbreaks often create misconceptions that mislead people about the dangers they face and how best to protect themselves. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim of investigating people's views on cyberspace and rumors about the coronavirus in Khuzestan province.
Materials and MethodsThe present study was a cross-sectional study using quantitative online survey data. The research tool is a structured questionnaire is about checking rumors and false information about the corona virus in cyber space (30 questions) and the knowledge of using cyber space (13 questions). Descriptive and analytical statistics were used to analyze the data with the help of Stata12 software.
ResultsOut of 1042 respondents, 748 were women and 412 were 25-34 years old. The mean (standard deviation) of misinformation published about the coronavirus disease was 105.3 (12.7) and people's knowledge about cyberspace was 19.7 (3.3). No statistically significant correlation was observed between the amount of misinformation published and people's knowledge of cyberspace about the coronavirus disease (p value = 0.2). There was a statistically significant difference in the mean of misinformation and rumors between age groups (p value = 0.003), education level (p value = 0.0001) and job status (p value = 0.0001).
ConclusionAccording to the results, programs should be set up to increase awareness and knowledge of the public in order to use virtual space and strategies to prevent the use of false information. Multi-stakeholder interventions are necessary to curb this phenomenon and use the power of social media to disseminate reliable and verified information.
Keywords: Covid-19, Misinformation, Social Media, Knowledge
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