http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3769 2026-04-09T00:25:03Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/11575 Title: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Adults for Periodic Health Assessment in Al Ahsa, Saudi Arabia Authors: Yousef Alhafedh, Fatimah; Ahmed Almusaileem, Rawan; Hassan Aljaafar, Zahraa; Saleh Alaayesh, Rayhanah; Estrella, Edric Abstract: Abstract Background: Regular medical consultation, such as annually or semi-annually for check-ups, especially to diagnose chronic conditions, is essential for health maintenance, particularly in adults. The aim of this study is to analyze the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of adults aged 30 years or older for obtaining periodic professional health assessment in the city of Al Ahsa in Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in a total sample of 472 adults. Multistage sampling was employed, and data were collected using a Google Forms survey and analyzed using JASP and OpenEpi. Descriptive and logistic regression analysis was used to analyze the data. Results: Of the participants, 46.2% reported engaging in regular medical consultation. While knowledge and positive attitudes were generally high, logistic regression showed that attitude was significantly associated with consultation behavior. Conclusion: A gap exists between knowledge/attitudes, and practice regarding regular medical consultation in Al Ahsa. Interventions targeting attitudes may be effective in promoting regular medical consultation. Keywords: early detection, health promotion, periodic health examination, preventive medicine 2025-04-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/11574 Title: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Motivation Regarding Exclusive Breastfeeding Between Medical and Nonmedical Students: A Cross-Sectional Study Authors: Lubis, Melviana; Putri Rozi, Meisyah Abstract: Abstract Background: Exclusive breastfeeding provides substantial health benefits; however, disparities in knowledge and support persist. This study aimed to compare knowledge levels, attitudes, and motivation levels regarding exclusive breastfeeding between female medical and nonmedical students. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted at Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara and involved 314 students from the 2023 cohort. A validated questionnaire was used to assess knowledge levels (16 items), attitude (IIFAS, 16 items), and motivation (15 items). Data were analyzed using the chi-square test, odds ratio (OR), and Spearman’s correlation. Results: Medical students demonstrated significantly higher levels of knowledge (OR = 3.50; 95% CI: 1.93–6.33; p < 0.001), attitude (OR = 2.19; 95% CI: 1.34–3.58; p = 0.001), and motivation (OR = 2.81; 95% CI: 1.62–4.85; p < 0.001) toward exclusive breastfeeding than nonmedical students. However, misconceptions remain regarding the equivalence of formula to breast milk and the acceptability of breastfeeding in public. A moderate positive correlation was observed between knowledge and motivation levels (ρ = 0.375, p < 0.001). Conclusion: Although structured health education enhances students’ breastfeeding perspectives, it does not completely address sociocultural and practical barriers. Broader, interdisciplinary education and supportive environments may better prepare students as future mothers and breastfeeding advocates. Keywords: attitudes, breastfeeding, health education, motivation, students 2025-04-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/11573 Title: The Effect of Nursing Students' Level of Readiness for Professional Practice on Self-Efficacy and Clinical Stress Perception: A Cross-sectional Study Authors: Öner, Uğur; Yılmaz, Dilek; Aslan, Sinan; Çınar, Ercan Abstract: Abstract Background: It is essential to evaluate students’ readiness before graduation and support them with education accordingly. This study investigates the effect of the level of readiness for professional practice as a purpose on the self-efficacy and clinical stress perceptions of nursing students. Methods: The data for this cross-sectional study were collected between May and July 2024. The study included 733 3rd and 4thyear students studying nursing departments at state universities in Turkey. The Student Identification Form, Casey-Fink Readiness for Practice Scale (CFRPS), Student Self-Efficacy Scale (SSS), and Nursing Students Perceptions of Clinical Stressors Scale (NSPCSS) were used. Results: The mean total CFRPS score of the students participating in the study was 43.85 ± 8.58, the mean SSS total score was 29.93 ± 5.84, and the mean NSPCSS total score was 95.36 ± 19.99. A statistically significant difference was found between the students' age, gender, class level, and willingness to choose the nursing department and the CFRPS, SSS, and NSPCSS scale scores (p < 0.05). The results indicated a negative correlation between the NSPCSS and both the CFRPS (r = −0.99, p = 0.01) and the SSS (r = −0.11, p = 0.01). Additionally, a strong positive correlation was observed between the CFRPS and SSS (r = 0.77, p = 0.01). Readiness explains 2.1% of the variance in self-efficacy and perception of clinical stress (R2 = 0.021, p = 0.001). Conclusion: As a result of this study, it was determined that nursing students’ readiness for professional practice, self-efficacy, and clinical stress perceptions were affected by various factors such as age, gender, grade level, and desire to choose the nursing department. In addition, it was concluded that there was a negative correlation between students' clinical stress perceptions and their readiness for professional practice and self-efficacy levels, and that as students' readiness and self-efficacy increased, their clinical stress perceptions tended to decrease. Keywords: nursing, professional practice, self-efficacy, stress, students 2025-04-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/11572 Title: Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Expert Opinion of Revised Trauma Quality of Life Questionnaire (RT-QoL): Malay Language Version Authors: Ezat Wan Puteh, Sharifa; Ibrahim, Shamsinar; Zulkifli, Malina; Noor, Azimatun Aizuddin; Mohd Yusoff, Hanizah Abstract: Abstract Background: This study examines the cross-cultural adaptation and expert validation of the Revised Trauma Quality of Life (RT-QOL) questionnaire, translating it from English to Malay. Methods: The study employed Beaton’s adaptation guidelines and Takasaki’s framework for expert opinions, involving 51 road traffic injury patients recruited from the Emergency and Trauma Department (ED) of a public hospital in Kedah, Malaysia, from March to June 2022. Participants were contacted via telephone 30 days after their hospital visit regarding their involvement in the study. Three independent experts, comprising academicians in healthcare and emergency department clinicians, reviewed and reconciled the RTQOL Malay translation to ensure content validity and practical usability. Results: The Malay version exhibited satisfactory internal consistency, with reliability scores between 0.68 and 0.90, similar to those of the English version. The findings indicate that the questionnaire is appropriate for larger-scale studies, providing a useful instrument for assessing trauma-specific conditions in Malaysian contexts. Conclusion: This study represents the inaugural local examination of quality of life in road traffic injury patients utilizing the RTQOL in Malay. This study establishes a basis for future research utilizing the RT-QOL Malay version to improve the comprehension and management of trauma-related quality of life concerns in the region. Keywords: cross-cultural adaptation, Malaysia, quality of life, trauma 2025-04-01T00:00:00Z