Self-care practice and associated factors among adult asthmatic patients on follow up care at public hospitals in East Wollega zone, West Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study, 2025 by Demiso Geneti, Lammi Bayisa, Getu Mosisa

“…Objectives This study aimed to assess self-care practices and the factors associated with them among adult asthmatic patients receiving follow-up care at public hospitals in the East Wollega Zone of West Ethiopia in 2023.Design A cross-sectional study conducted in an institutional setting.Setting The research was carried out in government hospitals, including two primary hospitals, one general hospital and two comprehensive specialised hospitals, from 29 May to 29 July 2023.Participants A systematic random sample of 413 adult asthmatic patients undergoing follow-up care at public hospitals in the East Wollega zone was selected. Data were collected using a structured, self-administered questionnaire, which was then entered into Epidata V.4.6 and analysed using SPSS V.27.Outcome measures The primary outcome measure was the classification of asthma self-care practices as either good or poor.Results The findings revealed that 51.6% (95% CI: 46.7% to 56.4%) of participants exhibited good asthma self-care practices. …”
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Resnet-1DCNN-REA bearing fault diagnosis method based on multi-source and multi-modal information fusion by Xu Chen, Wenbing Chang, Yongxiang Li, Zhao He, Xiang Ma, Shenghan Zhou

“…At the same time, the time-frequency statistical features of the fused 1D signal were extracted from the integrated perspective of time and frequency domains and inputted into the improved 1D convolutional neural network model based on the residual block and attention mechanism (1DCNN-REA) model to realize fault diagnosis. Finally, the tree-structured parzen estimator (TPE) algorithm was utilized to realize the integration of two models in order to improve the diagnostic effect of a single model and obtain the final bearing fault diagnosis results. …”
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The Perception of Waiting Times on Patient Satisfaction and Patient Care: A Cross-Sectional Study at a Tertiary Health Care Institution in Kenya. by Soud Seif, Jasmit Shah, Ali Chandani, Sayed K Ali

“…<h4>Method</h4>We conducted a prospective cross-sectional study between the first of April 2023 and the thirty-first of August 2023 at the Emergency Room (ER) at Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire examining demographics and patient wait times. …”
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Prevalence and factors associated with contraception usage among Orang Asli in Jempol, Negeri Sembilan by Muhamad Izudin, Nur Yasmeen Dafeena Mohd Arif, Rahmat Dapari, Nurul Iftida Basri

“…Methodology This cross-sectional study was conducted through structured interviews utilizing a validated questionnaire. …”
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The pathways to lean manufacturing for circular economy: Implications for sustainable development goals by Sheak Salman, Hasin Md. Muhtasim Taqi, S.M. Shafaat Akhter Nur, Usama Awan, Syed Mithun Ali

“…It emphasizes the significance of structured barrier management in the manufacturing sector. …”
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Attitudes of Students towards Peers with Disability in an Inclusive School in Nigeria by Omolara Olaleye, Oluseye Ajayi, Samson Deji, Olorunfemi Ogundele, Abiola Olaleye, Titilope Adeyanju

“…<strong> </strong></p><p>Participants were recruited from a group of 118 students in the three junior classes and senior class one (JSS 1 to SSS 1). A semi-structured questionnaire containing items on the “Chedoke-McMaster Attitudes Towards Children with Handicaps (CATCH) scale”, which elicits responses on a Likert scale numbered 0 to 4 (0-strongly disagree, 4-strongly agree), was administered. …”
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Improving measurement of functional status among older adults in primary care: A pilot study. by Rebecca T Brown, Kara Zamora, Anael Rizzo, Malena J Spar, Kathy Z Fung, Lea Santiago, Annie Campbell, Francesca M Nicosia

“…The four-component intervention included (1) an interprofessional educational session; (2) routine, standardized functional status measurement among patients aged ≥75; (3) annual screening by nurses using a standardized instrument and follow-up assessment by primary care providers; and (4) electronic tools and templates to facilitate increased identification and improved management of functional impairment. Surveys, semi-structured interviews, and electronic health record data were used to measure implementation outcomes (appropriateness, acceptability and satisfaction, feasibility, fidelity, adoption/reach, sustainability). …”
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SmartScanPCOS: A feature-driven approach to cutting-edge prediction of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome using Machine Learning and Explainable Artificial Intelligence by Umaa Mahesswari G, Uma Maheswari P

“…This study presents an Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI)-driven PCOS smart predictor, structured as a hierarchical ensemble consisting of two tiers of Random Forest classifiers following extensive analysis of seven conventional classifiers and two additional stacking ensemble classifiers. …”
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Enhancing radiographic interpretation: effects of gamification on medical students' knowledge, skills, and satisfaction — a quasi-experimental study by Zahra Karimian, Mohammad Momeni, Nahid Zarifsanaiey

“…Three assessment instruments were used: 80 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), 10 scenario-based cases in an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE), and a 21-item Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) questionnaire to evaluate student satisfaction. …”
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Traditional Chinese martial art Wushu to improve the mental state and physical fitness of students: designing space for optimal practice and training by Zhixing Tu, Lei Zhong, Jiahui Xie

“…This study investigates the impact of spatial-architectural determinants on the psychophysiological adaptation of Wushu practitioners within Chinese and European pedagogical systems.MethodsA mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative biomechanical assessments (n = 184 trainees) with qualitative ethnographic observations (24 training settings over 4-week immersion periods) and semi-structured interviews (n = 42 instructors). Architectural parameters—including ceiling height, floor elasticity, and acoustic properties—were systematically documented, alongside measurements of biomechanical performance indicators.Results and discussionChinese training environments, characterized by high ceilings (&gt;4 m) and specialized wooden flooring, correlated with superior flexibility (hip flexion: 142° ± 3.6° vs. 130° ± 3.8°; p &lt; 0.01) and cardiovascular efficiency (shuttle run: 987 ± 42 m vs. 924 ± 38 m; p &lt; 0.01). …”
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A qualitative investigation of the factors influencing eating disorder symptomology during the postpartum period by Chantelle Ecob, Debbie M Smith, Zoe Tsivos, Sarah Peters

“…The aim of this study was to develop an understanding of the factors operating in the postpartum experience that influence ED symptomology. Methods Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 women who had experience of an ED before becoming pregnant. …”
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Suicide assistance in Germany: A protocol for a multi-perspective qualitative study to explore the current practice. by Sven Schwabe, Franziska A Herbst, Stephanie Stiel, Nils Schneider

“…After a decision of the German Federal Constitutional Court in 2020, suicide assistance is unregulated in Germany but official data about the implementation of suicide assistance is lacking.…”
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Neurosurgical nurses’ perspectives of patient-reported outcomes: a qualitative study by Yu Han, Yanmei Wang, Yan Liu, Zezhou Wang, Xue Dong, Kui Fang

“…Method Using purposive sampling, 15 neurosurgical nurses from two institutions participated in offline semi-structured interviews between December 2024 and January 2025. …”
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The Effect of a Community-Based Complementary Feeding Education Program on the Nutritional Status of Infants in Polokwane Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa by Maishahataba Solomon Makwela, Lindelani Fhumudzani Mushaphi, Lufuno Makhado

“…The CIPs in the control group (<i>n</i> = 94) received no intervention. We collected data at baseline and end line using structured questionnaires. …”
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Determinant Factors in Purchasing Decisions on Uncertified Halal Food Products: Study on Indonesian Students in Taiwan by Viera Nu'riza Pratiwi, Endah Budi Permana Putri, Sa’bania Hari Rahajeng, Paramita Viantry, Rakha Ramadhana A.B.

“…This study focuses on Indonesian students in Taiwan due to their unique position as international students residing in a country where halal certification may be less prevalent compared to their home country. Data was collected via structured questionnaires distributed among Indonesian students in various universities across Taiwan through a quantitative approach. …”
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Nurse stress and patient safety in the ICU: physician-led observational mixed-methods study by Manju Mathew, Anjum John, Reshma Vazhakkalayil Ramachandran

“…From this group, six nurses underwent structured interviews. Purposive sampling was done to capture diverse experience and roles. …”
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THE URGENCY OF ANTI-CIRCUMVENTION ARRANGEMENTS IN INDONESIA: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS WITH THE UNITED STATES AND ISLAMIC LAW PERSPECTIVES by Adi Prasetyo, Wirdyaningsih Wirdyaningsih

“…The study’s findings indicate that Indonesia lacks specific regulations to address circumvention, unlike the United States, which already has a structured system. Concrete recommendations include: first, there is a need for a clear operational definition of circumvention. …”
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Independent and joint associations of physical activity and a body shape index with sleep disorders in older adults with cardiometabolic multimorbidity: a cross-sectional study by Yang Li, Huiqian Zhou, Dandan Xu, Hua Wang, Yutong Zhao, Hua Jiang

“…Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted between February and March 2024 and recruited 650 older CMM patients (aged ≥ 65 years) by random sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire as well as the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-short form (IPAQ-SF). …”
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Artificial Intelligence and Modern Technology in Dentistry: Attitudes, Knowledge, Use, and Barriers Among Dentists in Croatia—A Survey-Based Study by Ana Ivanišević, Antonija Tadin

“…Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in February 2024 among general dentists in Croatia using a self-structured questionnaire. A total of 200 respondents filled out the questionnaire. …”
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Semaglutide and human reproduction: caution at the intersection of energy balance, ovarian function, and follicular development by E. Scott Sills, Conor Harrity, Howard I. Chu, Jing-Wen Wang, Fan Yang, Samuel H. Wood

“…., < 30 kg/m2) by interventions entailing dietary change with a structured exercise program. There is little disagreement that supervised weight loss can improve reproductive outcome when successful, although there are refractory cases where weight goals are unmet. …”
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