Internal Control Systems and Financial Management in Uganda: A Case of Rukungiri District Local Government. by Turyamusiima, Judith

“…A sample of 138 respondents consisting of District Administration and Management staff, Internal auditors, Finance and Accounting, District Finance Committee, and Budgeting was drawn from a population of 210 study subjects using simple random sampling and purposive sampling techniques. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using the SPSS program. …”
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Effect of Citizens’ Participation on the Performance of Gravity Water Scheme in Kaharo Sub-County Kabale District. by Ahimbisibwe, Sonia

“…The quantitative aspect involved structured surveys administered to 80 respondents, while the qualitative component consisted of in-depth interviews with key informants. …”
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Effect of Integrated Pest Management in Banana Farms in Rwenkobwa Town Council Ibanda District. by Baguma, Christopher

“…Employing a descriptive survey design, the study targeted a population of 100 banana farmers, with a sample size of 80 respondents selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and interviews. …”
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Agricultural innovation characteristics and their utilization: A case of National Agricultural Research Organization by Alex, Barekye

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Assessing Healthcare Provider's Skills in the Management of COVID-19 Infection at Busia County Referral Hospital, Kenya by Tito Kwena, Tecla Psusma, Vincent Kiprono, John Arudo

“…Methods: The study utilized a descriptive cross-sectional study design, using a semi-structured questionnaire to collect qualitative and quantitative data from 153 study subjects stratified per cadre. …”
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Antibody response to SARS-CoV-2 infection in humans: A systematic review. by Nathan Post, Danielle Eddy, Catherine Huntley, May C I van Schalkwyk, Madhumita Shrotri, David Leeman, Samuel Rigby, Sarah V Williams, William H Bermingham, Paul Kellam, John Maher, Adrian M Shields, Gayatri Amirthalingam, Sharon J Peacock, Sharif A Ismail

“…<h4>Methods</h4>Systematic review. Keyword-structured searches were carried out in MEDLINE, Embase and COVID-19 Primer. …”
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Assessment of eye care practices and health belief model factors among adult intensive care unit nurses in public hospitals of Amhara Region, Ethiopia by Abebe Dilie Afenigus, Helen Asmamaw Asres

“…Methods A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 213 nurses working in adult ICUs using simple random sampling. Data were collected through a structured, self-administered questionnaire and an observation checklist utilizing Kobo Collect. …”
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Optimisation of COPD exacerbation management and follow-up: a clinical audit by Eloise Rogers, Begum Bingor, Maryama Warfa, Ahmed Hossain, Maria Fotiou, Rawan Elkalaawy, Sinem Sahin, Zahra Jahangir, Amir Jehangir

“…This audit demonstrates targeted interventions, such as staff education and structured checklists, are effective ways to standardise documentation and improve compliance with COPD guidelines. …”
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Ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants used to treat human and livestock ailments in Addi Arkay district, northwest Ethiopia by Worku Misganaw, Getinet Masresha, Asmamaw Alemu, Ermias Lulekal

“…Methodology Ethnobotanical data were collected between October and December 2024 through semi-structured interviews, guided field observations, focus group discussions, and ranking exercises conducted with 385 informants. …”
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Community-based health insurance dropout rate and its' associated factors among households in Seyo District, Kellem Wollega Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia: community-based cross-sectional... by Segni Mulugeta Tafasa, Yonas Etana, Firezer Belay Keno, Worku Fikadu, Dejene Seyoum

“…This study employed a multistage sampling technique and took place from 1 August to 30 September 2023. Data were collected using pretested and structured questionnaires. …”
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The current landscape in antibiotic access and supply issues: a qualitative study with key experts and opinion leaders by Dr Esmita Charani, Dr Vrinda Nampoothiri, Dr Ritika Kondal, Dr Avaneesh Pandey, Dr Oluchi Mbamalu, Dr Jennifer Cohn, Dr Sanjeev Singh, Dr Nusrat Shafiq

“…Consented participants were interviewed using a piloted semi-structured interview guide that was developed using the PESTELI (political, economic, sociological, ecological, technological, legal, industry) framework. …”
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Predictors of Late Antenatal Care Initiation: A Multicentre Cross-Sectional Study in Ghana by Jonathan Gbene MPH, Mohammed Augustine Takase PhD, Valentine Ayangba MPhil, Williams Azumah Abanga MPhil, Anwar Sadat Hamza MPhil, Justina Atogichiga Alechana RM, MPhil, Edem Kojo Dzantor MPH, Elvis E. Tarkang PhD

“…Multistage sampling was employed to select 352 pregnant women attending ANC in selected health facilities. A structured questionnaire was used to collect the data. …”
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Rebellion against the University: A Qualitative Analysis of the Experience of Dissertation Ghostwriting in Iran by Reza Hemmati, Maryam Baharluoei

“…Most participants were unemployed and worked as lecturers at different universities. Data were collected through in-person and online semi-structured interviews, which were analyzed using thematic analysis. …”
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Prevalence, Attitude and Predictors of Public Urination amongst Adults attending a Tertiary Health Facility in Uyo, Nigeria by Ekanem AM, Akwaowo CD, Motilewa OO, Udofia EA, Eduwem DU, Akpanekpo E

“…Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 361 adults attending the General Outpatient Clinic at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Nigeria, between September 1 and October 31, 2019. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analysed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) Statistics version 17.0. …”
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Enhancing Quality of Life in Patients With Hypothyroidism Using a Scientific Yoga Module: Randomized Controlled Trial by Savithri Nilkantham, Amit Singh, Vijaya Majumdar, Harini K N, Snigdha Atmakur

“…In addition, in the yoga intervention group, performance was assessed using a yoga performance assessment scale, and satisfaction was measured through a structured feedback survey. ResultsThe intervention showed highly significant effects across all domains of the primary outcome measure (P<.001), with the most notable effects on mental health (F2, 118=425.88; η2=0.88), energy and vitality (F2, 118=371.73; η2=0.86), and role limitations—emotional (F2, 118=335.45; η2=0.85). …”
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Factors influencing nurses’ knowledge and competence in warfarin-drug and nutrient interactions and patient counseling practices by Maha Subih, Majdi Rababa, Fatima Sabri Aryan, Mohammad Alnaeem, Mohammad H AlRahahleh, Tahany Fareed Al niarat, Zyad T. Saleh, Ghaida Shujayyi Alsulami, Wesam T. Almagharbeh, Rami A. Elshatarat

“…Future initiatives should focus on structured educational programs, introducing interactive e-learning modules, regular workshops, and case-based training, as well as promoting multidisciplinary teamwork to enhance nurses’ competency in warfarin counseling and patient care.…”
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Mentorship in endocrinology training: a cross-sectional study of the United States and EuropeResearch in context by David Toro-Tobon, Heather Billings, Anina F. Peersen, Elizabeth J. Atkinson, Antoan S. Sojat, Ljiljana V. Marina, Irina Bancos

“…Those who had completed more than 7 years of training post-medical school or had missing data on duration of training were excluded. A structured online questionnaire was developed using validated mentorship competency tools and adapted for regional nuances to collect data on demographics, mentorship experiences, academic productivity, and well-being. …”
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Desafíos de las Estrategias Pedagógicas Integradas (EPI) en la formación de profesores y profesoras de Educación Física en Chile (Challenges of integrated learning Strategies (ILS... by Braulio Ademir Navarro Aburto, Sebastián Peña Trocoso, Juan Carlos Beltrán, Adolfo Guzmán Muñoz, Elizabeth Flores Ferro, Paola Fuentes Merino

“…Results show the main obstacles and challenges for ILS are associated with a lack of structured teaching approach and of collaborative work among the student body, which allow efficient management of the ILS working process. …”
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Factors affecting urban households’ participation in home gardens: the case of Mekelle City, Tigray Region, Ethiopia by Aregawi Beyene, Azeb Gebreegziabher, Zenebe Abraha, Tsahaynesh Hagos, Yohansu Girmay

“…A multistage sampling technique was used to select 264 households. Data were collected from 264 (171 users and 93 non-users of home gardens) randomly selected participants through a structured questionnaire and focus group discussion. …”
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Adherence to diabetic self-care management and associated factors among type 2 diabetic patients in North Shewa Zone public hospitals in Amhara Region, Ethiopia by Agizew Endale, Fitsum Hundessa, Eyasu Tamru, Fetene Nigussie, Minyahl Hailu

“…The study was conducted from May 5 to May 20, 2023. The quantitative data were collected by using a semi-structured interview-administered questionnaire and chart review. …”
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