Purpose of the study. Estimate the functional status of patients using the PCFS (Post-COVID-19 Functional Status) scale.
Material and research methods. There were 281 patients under observation, with the presence of clinical manifestations of post covid-19 syndrome. As a control group (CG), 20 patients who had undergone COVID-19 and whose disease ended in full recovery were examined. The assessment of the functional status of patients after suffering COVID-19 was carried out using the PCFS method - Post-COVID-19 Functional Status (https://osf.io/qgpdv/).
Research results. In the main group of patients, the average score of the questionnaire was 13.34 ± 0.83 points. Patients who have identified a violation of their functional status at 1 point were 13 patients (4.63%), at 2 points - 90 people (32.03%), at 3 points - 117 people (41.64%), at 4 points - 61 people. (21.71%). In the control group, the patients assessed violations of their functional status at 0 points. The number of patients with extremely severe, severe and moderately severe COVID-19 was significantly higher in the main group than in the control group (30.61% versus 20%, 35.94% versus 30%, 33.45 versus 30%, respectively) In the main group of patients, the average number of background diseases was significantly higher than in the control group (p <0.05).
Conclusion. Patients with post covid syndrome have a higher score on the functional status scale (PCFS). Among the patients who scored 3 and 4 points on the PCFS test (significant limitation of daily activity due to symptoms associated with the previous infection and the need for help in self-care), there were more patients with a severe course of COVID-19 and background cardiovascular pathology and obesity.
The emotional experiences of teachers in the classroom have a significant impact on their well-being, job satisfaction, and instructional effectiveness. However, there is a need for a reliable and valid measure to assess these emotions comprehensively. This paper presents the development and validation of the Teacher Academic Emotions (TAE) Scale, a self-report instrument designed to assess the range of emotional experiences of teachers in the context of their teaching practices. The scale was developed through a rigorous process, including item generation, expert review, pilot testing, and psychometric analysis. The final version of the TAE Scale consists of multiple dimensions, capturing positive and negative emotions experienced by teachers during instructional activities. The psychometric properties of the scale, including reliability and validity, were examined through a large-scale survey of teachers. The findings demonstrate that the TAE Scale is a reliable and valid instrument for assessing teacher academic emotions. The scale has implications for teacher professional development, well-being, and the understanding of the complex interplay between emotions and teaching practices.
The Teacher Academic Emotions (TAE) Scale represents a novel instrument designed to capture the nuanced emotional experiences of educators within academic settings. This research outlines the development process of the TAE Scale, which involves rigorous psychometric validation and refinement. Drawing upon insights from emotion theory and educational psychology, the scale encompasses a comprehensive range of teacher emotions encountered during instructional activities, interactions with students, and professional endeavors. Through a series of empirical studies and factor analyses, the TAE Scale demonstrates robust reliability, validity, and factorial structure. By providing educators with a standardized tool for self-reporting emotional experiences, the TAE Scale contributes to enhancing our understanding of the emotional dynamics inherent in teaching and learning contexts.
The concept of police legitimacy has gained significant attention in criminology and criminal justice research, as it pertains to the public's perception of the police and their willingness to cooperate with law enforcement. The Police Legitimacy Scale (PLS) is a widely used measure designed to assess individuals' perceptions of police legitimacy. However, its validity and applicability in different cultural contexts, such as Canada, warrant empirical examination. This study aims to validate the Police Legitimacy Scale using a Canadian sample. Participants from diverse regions of Canada completed the PLS, along with additional measures assessing attitudes towards the police, trust in law enforcement, and perceptions of procedural justice. Confirmatory factor analysis and reliability analysis were conducted to assess the scale's factorial structure and internal consistency. Furthermore, convergent and discriminant validity analyses were conducted to examine the relationships between the PLS and related constructs. The findings provide evidence supporting the validity and reliability of the Police Legitimacy Scale within the Canadian context, thus establishing its utility for future research on public perceptions of police legitimacy in Canada.
This research introduces a newly developed Mathematics Anxiety Scale designed to quantify the diverse dimensions of anxiety associated with mathematical tasks. Through the application of factor analysis, the study explores and identifies subcategories within the scale, offering a nuanced understanding of distinct facets of mathematics anxiety. The scale undergoes rigorous psychometric evaluation, ensuring reliability and validity. This tool not only contributes to a more comprehensive assessment of mathematics anxiety but also serves as a valuable instrument for educators and researchers. The findings illuminate specific areas of concern, providing targeted insights to inform interventions and support mechanisms in educational settings. The research thus contributes to the ongoing discourse on mental well-being in academic contexts and aims to enhance the effectiveness of strategies addressing mathematics anxiety.
The relevance of CVD (Cerebrovascular Diseases), in particular strokes, is due to the high prevalence, disability and mortality.
The degree of medical, social, psychological rehabilitation of patients after Ischemic Stroke depends on the regression of the clinical picture and cerebral disintegration.
Objectives of the study: detection of the entire spectrum of clinical manifestations from examined patients, corresponding to damage to the structures of the brain supplied by the vessels of the Vertebrobasilar basin, the relationship with regression of the primary focus and the subtype of Ischemic Stroke, and determination of the presence of a statistically significant dependence of clinical manifestations on COPD.
To achieve the goal and solve the set tasks, 126 patients, 60 men and 66 women were examined in the recovery period of stroke in the in the vertebro-basillar system, at the age of 50-80. The Blindemark scale was used to assess the neurological status. To assess neuropsychological status, the Montreal Cognitive Assessment Scale, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, the Rankin scale were used, as well as for objectification of MRI data and Dopplerography.
Results of the study: In patients with Ischemic Stroke in the vertebro-basillar system, paresis and paralysis prevailed in the structure of clinical manifestations, 68 patients had them, which is 54%, 43.7% of patients had dysarthria, coordination disorders were observed in 48.4% of patients, 26.2% had vertigo, 24.6% had sensory impairments and 5.6% had neglect.
In patients with Ischemic Stroke in the vertebro-basillar system, a correlation was found between the scores of Renkin scale. Various pathogenetic subtypes of ischemic stroke in vertebro-basillar system were analyzed. They have a significant correlation between NIHSS scores at the time of hospitalization and at the end of rehabilitation. In patients with AT Ischemic Stroke in the vertebro-basillar system the incidence of oculomotor disorders is significantly lower. Based on the above mentioned, the following conclusions can be drawn:
1. A certain localization of the focus of ischemic stroke in the vertebra-basilar system is more likely to be characteristic of the corresponding stroke subtype.
2. The rate of reduction and reorganization of the focus does not depend on the stroke subtype, localization of the hearth, comorbidphone, rehabilitation methods and is proportional to the initial size of the heart attack site.
3. The degree of severity of COPD has a correlation with the blood flow indices of posterior cerebral arteries and vertebral arteries, as well as the asymmetry coefficient.
Cataclysmic events cause genuine impacts on monetary, social and sociological regions in Turkey. Seismic tremors are one of the significant cataclysmic events in Turkey. They influence social and financial life and instruction adversely. The more readiness and mindfulness are given against cataclysmic events, the more secure society will be. This investigation was completed to decide the perspectives on college understudies about seismic tremor mindfulness mentalities and to look at them as far as different factors. The exploration was led as a screening plan from quantitative examination models. In the examination, a scale was applied as an information assortment apparatus. The examination gathering of the exploration comprises of 619 college understudies learning at undergrad level in different resources at Düzce University in the scholarly year 2018-2019. "Tremor Awareness Scale", created by the analyst, was applied to these understudies. As per the consequences of the examination, there was a huge contrast in the impacts of seismic tremor sub-factor of the scale as far as sex of the understudies. There was no huge distinction between grade levels and quake mindfulness levels of college understudies in all sub-elements of the scale. In the impacts of seismic tremor sub factor, a huge contrast is found in quake consciousness of the understudies as far as their homes. No critical contrast was found in the other sub-components of the scale as per the home. There was no critical distinction in the quake attention to the college understudies in any sub variables of the tremor mindfulness levels as indicated by the quantity of floors of the understudies' homes. Because of the examination, it was proposed to coordinate trainings and meetings on cataclysmic events, particularly seismic tremors.
Purpose of the study: assessment of the study cardiovascular status in patients with postcovid syndrome and to determine their relationship with the functional status of patients.
Material and research methods. There were 281 patients under observation, with the presence of clinical manifestations of postcovid syndrome. The comparison group (CG) consisted of 20 patients who had undergone COVID-19 and whose disease ended in full recovery. All patients underwent electrocardiographic (ECG) and echocardiographic (EchoCG) studies. The assessment of the functional status of patients after suffering COVID-19 was carried out using the PCFS method - Post-COVID-19 Functional Status (https://osf.io/qgpdv/).
Research results. The study revealed signs of cardiovascular pathology according to ECG and EchoCG data in 255 (90.75%) patients with postcovid syndrome. According to the ECG results, cardiac arrhythmias were recorded significantly more often in patients in the main group than in the comparison group (p <0.001). The results of the echocardiography of the study showed that in the patients of the main group, compared with the comparison group, there was a significant increase in the size of the LV and RV of the heart (p <0.05), a decrease in LVEF (p <0.01) and a higher value of the mean pressure in the PA (p <0.05). Patients with a higher PCFS score are characterized by large sizes of both ventricles (p <0.05 for LV and p <0.01 for RV) and low LV ejection fraction (p <0.001).
Conclusion. The present study showed that 255 (90.75%) patients who underwent COVID-19 in the early rehabilitation period have signs of cardiovascular pathology according to ECG and EchoCG data. Patients with a higher PCFS score (significant restriction of daily activity due to symptoms associated with the previous infection and the need for assistance in self-care) had more enlarged sizes of both ventricles and a lower LVEF.
The measurably critical factors chose for expectation of difficulties were age, sexual orientation, smoking, season of finding, hazard characterization in the wellbeing administration, utilization of prescriptions and wretchedness. In the proposition of the scale after the multivariate investigation and chances proportion, set itself esteems 0-100, and the seriousness of hazard was characterized self-assertively. There were proposed care the board activities as indicated by the correspondence between the quantity of focuses and the danger surveyed on the scale. Consequently, the danger factors were distinguished and a prescient scale with activities for the board of care dependent on Brazilian rules was proposed.
Ischemic stroke is a serious medical and social issue due to deep and prolonged disability, as well as social maladjustment of patients. In this regard, the aim of the research was to study the influence of pathogenetic subtypes of ischemic stroke on the rehabilitation possibilities.
Based on the presence of COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) we divided all patients into 2 groups
Patients with IS in VI (Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency) and COPD - 62 people (group I) - 29 men and 33 women aged 50 to 74 (59.8 ± 5.8). Patients with IS in VI - 64 people (group II). Of these, 31 are men and 33 are women aged 51 to 80 (62.4 ± 5.4). All patients received traditional treatment in the most acute and severe periods of IS, patients with COPD received and treatment for COPD simultaneously with traditional IS therapy. The Barthel index was used to assess the patient's self-care capabilities. The degree of disability after IS was studied using the Rankin scale. In patients of subgroup II b, by the end of the ED (Eating Disorders), the indicators of the Lindmark B scale for the patient's general mobility differed significantly from the baseline at the beginning of the ED (p = 0.44). At that time, in the II a subgroup, only the indicators of the B. Lindmark scale were reliable.
In patients of subgroup II b, the difference in indicators at the beginning and at the end of ED was significant according to the Barthel index. Recovery in ED depends on many factors, including the subtype of IS, so the IS CE is the most severe, which is reflected in the Rankin scale. The timing and extent of patient recovery depends on the localization of the process, the subtype of IS, the presence of COPD, and the method of rehabilitation. Patients with the lacunar subtype, a single small or medium focus in the cerebellar hemispheres and midbrain recover most fully after complex rehabilitation.
The article talks about CSF and the occurrence of cognitive disorders in them, their diagnosis, treatment methods. In recent years, there has been an increase in cerebrovascular diseases. All patients were evaluated for the severity of stroke by NIHSS scale and the daily activity level by Bartel scale (Barthel ADL index). To exclude patients with depressive disorders from the study, a scale of de- pression assessment was used in Gamiltona (Hamilton depression rating scale, HDRS-17). Tricortin as a nootropic drug was used to improve cognitive impairment in patients who participated in the study and its effects were evaluated.
This study conducts a comparative analysis of returns to technology and scale in broiler production across Peninsular Malaysia. Broiler production is a significant component of the poultry industry in Malaysia, and understanding the dynamics of technology adoption and production scale is crucial for sustainable growth and competitiveness. The research employs econometric methods to analyze data collected from broiler farms across different regions of Peninsular Malaysia. By examining the relationship between technology adoption, production scale, and returns, the study aims to provide insights into the factors influencing broiler production efficiency and profitability in the Malaysian context. The findings offer valuable implications for policymakers, farmers, and stakeholders seeking to enhance the productivity and competitiveness of the broiler industry in Peninsular Malaysia.
Mathematics anxiety is a prevalent phenomenon among students, impeding their performance and affecting their attitudes towards mathematics. This study focuses on the development of a Mathematics Anxiety Scale (MAS) and utilizes factor analysis to identify subcategories within mathematics anxiety.
A sample of X participants, including students from diverse educational levels, was recruited for data collection. The initial pool of items was generated through an extensive literature review and expert consultation. The pilot version of the MAS was administered, consisting of X items rated on a Likert-type scale.
Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was performed on the collected data to identify the underlying dimensions of mathematics anxiety. Several factor extraction methods, such as principal component analysis and maximum likelihood estimation, were employed to determine the most appropriate factor structure. The scree plot, eigenvalues, and factor loadings were considered in the decision-making process
The results of the factor analysis yielded X distinct subcategories of mathematics anxiety, each representing a specific aspect of anxiety experienced by individuals in mathematical contexts. These subcategories include fear of mathematics tasks, anxiety related to examinations, self-doubt about mathematical abilities, and social evaluation apprehension. The final version of the MAS consisted of X items, with good internal consistency and adequate convergent validity.
Purpose of research. To assess the impact of the severity of motor disorders in children with cerebral palsy on nutritional status.
Materials and methods of research. The study included 102 children with cerebral palsy aged 2 to 17 years, 60 boys (58.8%) and 42 girls (41.2%). The average age of the children was 7.23 ± 4.9 years. Patients were ranked by age group in accordance with the age classification of the GMFCS scale. All children underwent a comprehensive clinical and neurological examination, nutritional status assessment, and anthropometry (measurement of shoulder circumference and plicometry). During anthropometry, the control group included 30 healthy children with an average age of 7.7±4.2 years.
Results. It was found that with an increase in the severity of motor disorders, the number of children with protein-energy deficiency increases from 50% at level I to 100% at level V on the GMFCS scale (the significance of differences in Pearson's Chi-square was confirmed statistically: 9.32, p = 0.002069). At the same time, a severe degree of protein-energy insufficiency was observed mainly in double hemiplegia (amounting to 40.9%). Prognostically, cerebral palsy was the most favorable type of spastic hemiparesis and spastic diplegia, with a predominance of protein-energy insufficiency of a mild degree, amounting to 45.8% and 60%, respectively. In 71.6% of cases (n=73), children with cerebral palsy were diagnosed with oral-motor dysfunction of varying severity, problems with food consumption and, as a result, a noticeable lag in anabolic processes. Statistically significant differences were found in the frequency of feeding difficulties in children with levels I and V of motor abilities (Pearson's Chi-square: 20.12, p = 0.000005).
This article presents the results of a study of pain syndrome in patients with severe stenosis of the carotid and vertebral arteries (group 1, 50 patients) and patients without stenosis (group 2, 50 patients) using scales and questionnaires. When assessing the sensory, emotional, and evaluative components of the McGill questionnaire, it was found that the pain syndrome in the first group was more pronounced than in the second. A significant correlation was found between the results on the Beck Depression Scale and VAS, which shows that patients of older age groups with stenosis have a significantly stronger pain syndrome.
Subjects of the inquiry: the patients with nonspecific ulcerative colitis
Aim of the inquiry: an improvement of the results of the treatment of patients with nonspecific ulcerative colitis by the perfection of diagnosis and a choice of the scope of surgical intervention.
Method of inquiry: clinical, laboratory, instrumental, surgical and statistical.
The results achieved and their novelty: algorhythm of diagnosis and choice of the method of treatment of the patients with non-specific ulcerative colitis has been developed. Indications to intraoperative colonofibroscopy for the choice of the method and scope of the operation in complicated forms of non-specific ulcerative colitis have been formulated for the first time. Its efficiency has been proven. Intraoperative colonofibroscopy gives a possibility to determine borders of the inflammatory-ulcerative process exactly and provides threefold decrease of the postoperative complications and significantly more often positive outcomes of the operation (88,5% of the cases). A quantitative scale for evaluation of the severity of various forms of non-specific ulcerative colitis was offered. It permits to obtain more objective information.
Practical value: the developed algorhythm of diagnosis of nonspecific ulcerative colitis, including intraoperative colonofibroscopy, considerably improves results of surgical treatment, decreasing the number of postoperative complications and resulting in good outcomes more frequently. Use of quantitative scale for evaluation of the severity of various clinical forms of nonspecific ulcerative colitis provides an adequate estimation of the patient’s state
Degree of embed: the developed scheme of diagnosis in the form of algorhythm and an offered method of a choice of a scope of operation -intraoperative colonofibroscopy - in nonspecific ulccrus colitis is introduced into practice of work of the Research Center of Coloproctology of the Ministry of Public Health of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Results of the research arc included in the course of lectures at the department of surgery for doctors of general practice of Tashkent Medical Academy.
Sphere of usage: coloproctology and gastroenterology.
o date, there are many unexplored aspects in the pathogenesis of cognitive impairment (CI) associated with COVID-19. It is as- sumed that many factors are involved in the development or deterioration of CI in patients who have undergone COVID-19. Such factors include the direct impact of viral infection on the nervous system, the systemic inflammatory reaction of the human body to the virus, cerebrovascular ischemia due to endothelial dysfunction or pronounced coagulopathy, ARDS in severe COVID-19, the use of artificial ventilation, drug sedation in ARDS, dysfunction of internal organs.
The absence of statistical correlation suggests that CI develops after COVID-19 as a neurological complication of the disease. A number of studies have reported impaired attention and executive functions, apathy. In this article, the authors paid special attention to the study of cognitive impairment in patients with chronic cerebral ischemia who had a coronavirus infection.