Journal of Nursing, Social Studies, Public Health and Rehabilitati, 2017 (vol. 8), issue 3-4
Assoc. Prof. Miroslav Stránský's 80th birthday
Miloš Velemínský
JNSS 2017, 8(3-4):89 
Socio-economic influences as correlates of adolescents' attitude towards deviant behaviour
Tracy B. E. Omorogiuwa, Kingsley O. Omorogiuwa
JNSS 2017, 8(3-4):91-98 | DOI: 10.32725/jnss.2017.010
This study is focused on adolescent deviant behaviour in relation to the socio-economic influences. A correlational survey research design was adopted for the study. A sample of 540 adolescents from Secondary Schools in the Benin Metropolis was randomly selected for this study. A sample of 90 adolescents was randomly selected from 6 schools. Three experts determined the content validity of the instrument, and subsequently administered to 40 adolescents in a Secondary School, who were not part of the sample of study. After an interval of three weeks the instrument was re-administered to the same 40 adolescents. The data obtained from these two administrations...
Socio-economic status and bronchial asthma
Dana Lauková, Miloš Velemínský, Mária Letkovičová
JNSS 2017, 8(3-4):99-108 | DOI: 10.32725/jnss.2017.011
Low socioeconomic status (SES) is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Bronchial asthma (AB), its exacerbation and its high degree is associated with a low socioeconomic situation. Low incomes are associated with reduced quality of life, increased unemployment, lower work rates, lower financial ratings, less professional downtime, often with manual work that is associated with higher asthma prevalence.The research carried out in the Pneumology and Phthisiology Out-patient Clinic of the Department of Internal Medicine of the University Hospital in Nitra included 506 respondents aged 19 and over with a diagnosis of bronchial asthma....
Colorectal cancer and nutrition in relation to a nursing model by M. E. Levine
Tereza Dušičková, Sylva Bártlová, Valérie Tóthová
JNSS 2017, 8(3-4):109-113 | DOI: 10.32725/jnss.2017.012
Aim: The research subject was to determine the changes in diet and nutrition in patients with colorectal cancer with respect to the M. E. Levine Model.Methods: The research was implemented by quantitative survey through a non-standardized questionnaire. The research file was formed of 300 respondents who had suffered colorectal cancer.Results: The respondents most often drink 1.5 to 2 litres of fluids. They mostly consume 1 to 2 glasses of beer (38.3%), 1 to 2 glasses of wine (38%) and most of them (52.6%) do not consume any spirits during the week. The results show that 32.9% of the respondents do not have any problems...
Diabetic foot syndrome: an analysis of the causes, health and social background of patients
Jitka Pokorná, Eva Goldová
JNSS 2017, 8(3-4):114-120 | DOI: 10.32725/jnss.2017.013
Diabetic foot syndrome is defined as ulceration or foot tissue deterioration in diabetics.It is a serious problem, especially regarding the length and costs of treatment, the high risk of amputation and social and economic liability.The goal of the study was to find the cause of diabetic foot syndrome in inpatients of the Department of Surgery in České Budějovice hospital and to assess the health and social background of patients.The results were acquired using a secondary data analysis of medical records as well as by a qualitative research using the open question method, which contained a question on the cause of the diabetic foot wound.The...
The need for security and safety in connection with a planned surgery
Jaroslava Bohdalová, Marie Trešlová
JNSS 2017, 8(3-4):121-127 | DOI: 10.32725/jnss.2017.014
Basics: Planned surgery always affects a patient's need for security and safety. A key role in the patient's situation is played by nurses who, using their competencies, are the closest persons to help the patients fulfil their need for security and safety.Goals: Find out how planned surgery impacts the need for patients' security and safety and the impact of general nurses on meeting these patients' needs.Methods: A qualitative research method using an in-depth interview was used for the research. After audio recording and its transcription, paper and pencil open content analysis was performed to create categories and...
The importance of teamwork for the provision of patient safety
Radka Pokojová, Sylva Bártlová
JNSS 2017, 8(3-4):128-135 | DOI: 10.32725/jnss.2017.015
Aim: The research aim was to find out how employees perceive patient safety in their workplace. We focused on the aspects of teamwork as the key factors in a security culture.Methods: The AHRQ standardized questionnaire: "The Hospital Survey on Patient Safety Culture" (HSOPSC), was used to find out the respondents' opinions. 331 healthcare practicioners were included in the research.Results: The value of the composite score (37.37%) for the area of Team cooperation within hospital units was the second lowest in the total assessment. In the area of Teamwork within workplace, the composite score was 66.82% and in the Patient...
The impact of the intervention programme of controlled movement activities on the health and quality of life of children with a sensory disability
Zuzana Kornatovská
JNSS 2017, 8(3-4):136-145 | DOI: 10.32725/jnss.2017.016
The term "controlled movement activity" is the name for a system of recreational physical activities aimed at achieving health benefits through professionally driven movement learning. The main objective of the presented study was to analyze the effects of controlled movement activities on physical health and psychosocial health in children with a sensory disability. 80 children with a sensory disability (40 boys, 40 girls) aged 8-15 years, were divided into two groups - experimental (20 boys, 20 girls) and control (20 boys, 20 girls). Testing of psychosocial health indicators (PedsQL 4.0) was performed three times in both groups throughout the 10...
A dog's effect on clients' heart rate and blood pressure and the possibilities of its use in relaxation
Kristýna Machová, Dan Poběrežský, Ivona Svobodová, Jitka Vařeková
JNSS 2017, 8(3-4):146-152 | DOI: 10.32725/jnss.2017.017
Introduction: Canistherapy (dog as a means of treatment) includes various activities, the goal of which is to support the psychological and somatic functions of a patient to rehabilitate and treat them. Foreign studies have proven that dogs have a positive influence on fine motor skills, gross motor skills, movement, and motivation for therapies, anxiety, depression, socialization and cognitive functions. Dogs are usually used as co-therapists or canistherapists' associates in AAT (Animal Assisted Therapy) and AAA (Animal Assisted Activity). Patient contact and communication with animals (giving them treats and walking them) help to stimulate...