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Azerbaijan Medical Journal

(ISSN: 0005-2523)

Azerbaijan medical journal (ISSN: 0005-2523) - is a scopus indexed journal since 1961. The publisher of the journal is Izdatel'stvo Elm by WHO Office in Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan medical journal (AMJ) is also UGC approved. The journal publishes general medicine, health science, psychological, pharmaceutical journals and so on.

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Azerbaijan Medical Journal

Azerbaijan Medical Journal (ISSN: 0005-2523) - is a peer-reviewed journal. The journal seeks to publish original research articles that are hypothetical and theoretical in its nature and that provide exploratory insights in the following fields but not limited to.

Anatomy Physiology Biochemistry Pharmacology Pathology Forensic medicine Microbiology Community Medicine Otorhinolaryngology Internal Medicine General Surgery Obstetrics and Gynecology Radiology Pulmonary Medicine Dermatology and Venereal diseases Infectious Diseases Anaesthesia Cancer research Neurosurgery Orthopedics Gastroenterology Neurology Nephrology Medical education Orthopaedics Paediatrics Reproduction Cardiology Diabetes Surgery Nursing Otolaryngology Dental Psychology Anesthesiology Dermatology Endocrinology Hepatology Urology Venereology Psychiatry Biotechnology Pharmacy ENT Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmaceutical Analysis Pharmaceutics Pulmonology Pharmacognosy Pharmaceutical Phatmaceutical Technology Biopharmaceutics Pharmacokinetics Pharmacodynamics Industrial Pharmacy Drug Design Quality Assurance Drug Regulatory Affairs Phytochemistry Drug Delivery Systems Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology Pharmaceutical Microbiology Hospital Pharmacy Clinical Pharmacy Pharmacy Practice Drug Discovery Drug Metabolism Toxicology Clinical Research Pharmacogenomics Phrmacoinformatics Pharmacovigilance< Life Sciences like Chemistry Biomedical Sciences Microbiology Immunology Forensic Epidemiology Oncology Biomedicine Dentistry Physiotherapy Gynaecology Dermatoepidemiology Neuroscience Ophthalmology Sexology Osteology Kinesiology Angiology/Vascular Medicine Critical care Medicine Haematology Infectious Diseases and Vaccinology Bariatrics Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry Radiobiology Clinical immunology Clinical and Hospital Pharmacy Cell Biology Genomics and Proteomics Healthcare Services Healthcare Management Bioinformatics and Biotechnology Geriatric Medicine

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Effect of Zirconium oxide nanoparticles (ZrO2NPs) on liver function in mice infected with Leishmania donovani
Journal ID : AMJ-18-08-2022-10452; Author : Mohammed H. Mohammed, Hadeel A. Majeed, Nadheer J. Mohammed,
Abstract : Visceral leishmaniasis consider a great health problem in Iraq, the traditional antileishmanial therapies are toxic and most are costly. For this reason, new approaches in the treatment of leishmaniasis are requested, zirconia nanoparticles ZrO2NPs, is a nano-sized and hollow colloidal metal oxide, it was recorded as anticancer agent, the approach was to prepare 17.4 μg/ml of ZrO2NPs by pulsed laser ablation. These nanoparticles are described to confirm the shape, size and other physical properties of the crystal using the following techniques: X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), results were indicated diffraction peaks at (28.2°, 31.5°, 38.5°, 50°, and 59.8°) were correspond to the (111, 111, 120,022 and 131), respectively. The Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) shown confirms the formation of nanostructures with granular size by 50 pulses of laser. The effect of ZrO2NPs on the parasite was tested in vivo by observation the levels of liver enzyme (aspartate aminotransferase AST, alanine aminotransferase ALT and cholesterol CL) in serum of infected mice and dosed with ZrO2NPs (0.1 ml / day) and comparing with control positive group after 7,14 and 21 days of dosed. The results showed that the level of AST in treated mice with ZrO2NPs significantly decreased at second and third week (49.17±0.70, 46.83±0.70 U/L) respectively, compared with the positive group was (61.83±1.33, 84.00 ±2.63U/L), there is significantly decrease at second and third week in level of ALT (50.00±0.58, 45.33 ±0.80) respectively, compared with the positive group (66.33±0.92, 79.67±2.22 U/L), respectively. As well as the results showed a significant increase in the cholesterol level within second and third weeks when mice were dosed with ZrO2NPs (164.83 ±1.70, 170.33 ±1.31 mg/dl) compared with positive group (139.83±1.35, 98.33±4.62 mg/dl).
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Prevalence of Needlestick Injury among Health Care Workers in Baghdad Hospitals
Journal ID : AMJ-18-08-2022-10451; Author : Huda Abdul Jaleel Ahmed, Mustafa Kurji Mansor, Abdullah Adil Ali,
Abstract : Needlestick injuries still pose a high risk to healthcare workers and a global concern for transmission of 20 blood-borne pathogens such as human immunodeficiency virus and hepatitis B and C viruses. The Centers for Disease Control of the USA estimated that exposure to blood and body fluids with sharp tools and needle stick and sharps injury affects three million health workers annually with an estimated six million national security indicators each year. This study is aimed to estimate the association between the prevalence of needle stick injury among healthcare workers and their demographic data in Baghdad hospitals. A descriptive cross-sectional study design was utilized, (300) health care workers in Baghdad hospitals. The sample selected from three hospitals in Baghdad City who were worked in (Baghdad Teaching Hospital, Al- Yarmook Teaching Hospital and Al- Zafaraniyah General Teaching Hospital), during the period from 25th November 2022 to 20th May 2022. The data was collected through interview technique and use constructed questionnaire format which consists two parts. The data were collected through face to face interview technique and by using questionnaire format. Data were analyzed through the application of descriptive and inferential statistical analysis. (57.3%) of respondents in the sample were nurses. Most of study sample (56%) were females with 1-5 years of experience (58.7 %), the majority of respondents had taken courses on how to needles use and disposal (65%), also found that the majority of workers (60.7%) were exposed to needles and most injuries (39.3%) occurred in the patient’s room / bedside. (25.8%) during the injection and (30.3%) by used single needle and it also found that (31.4%) the design of the sharp tool was safe. Most injuries (31.7%) occurred during the use of the sharp tool and most workers (74.6%) received the hepatitis virus vaccine. The study concluded that a relatively more than a half of Health care workers are exposed to needle sticks, and this is one of the most common causes that lead to the transmission of diseases such as hepatitis. Replace sharp tools with another one more safety when using. Administrative commitment through the implementation of a program to protect workers from transmitted diseases. Activating the committee for the prevention of acupuncture injuries of needles and sharp tools. Implementing awareness and training programs for their correct use. Implementation of educational program of vaccinations, as well as raising level of reporting of puncture injuries. Safe disposal of hazardous medical waste from the source (i.e. from the place of use of the tool). Provide self-protective measures such as clothing and equipment. Putting and implementing policies on correct method for using needlestick.
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Effectiveness of an Educational Program on Nurses Knowledge towards Nutrition of Oncologic Patients
Journal ID : AMJ-18-08-2022-10449; Author : Waleed Ali Armeh, Hasan ALwan Baiee,
Abstract : Cancer is a serious health issue in Iraq, where it is the second largest causes of death, according to Ministry of Health data from 2016. Cancer is among the primary causes of mortality and morbidity, In 2018, 9.6 million people died, or one per six death. Lung, colorectal, stomach, prostate, and cancer of liver affect males, whereas cervical, colorectal, breast, lung, and thyroid cancer affect women [7]. To assess the Nurses Knowledge toward nutritional instructions need for patients with Cancer at oncology center in AL-Diwaniyah. Governorate. And To Find out the Association Between Certain demographical data and Participation in Training Course with Oncology Nurses' Knowledge. A quasi experimental study design is conducted at Al-Diwaniyah Specialized Oncology Center, from 17th March 2021 to 15th May 2022. For the aim of the study, the researcher created the program and instrument. A non-probability purposive sampling had been consisted of (60) oncologic nurses have been chosen to obtained represent and accurate data. The sample size is (60) nurses, split into two groups, one of which includes of (30) nurses as the study group and the other of which consists of (30) nurses as the control groups. The study groups taking the educational programs that deals with nutrition of oncologic cancer patients, the control group, on the other hand, has not been subjected to the instructional programs. To obtain data from study participant, the researcher built the tools consisted of two parts: First part is the socio-demographic variables and second part the knowledge of the nurses (knowledge related to nutrition of oncologic patients The study instrument's validity was verified by presenting it to (19) experts, and its reliability was assessed using the internal consistency approach. To determine the difference between the study and the control groups, descriptive analysis and analytical inferential analysis were performed. The study's result revealed that there is very significant difference in between study group's (pretest and posttests) in terms of (nurse's knowledge of nutrition of oncologic patient people with cancer), (MEAN ± SD= 2.37±0.451) comparing to the pretest score (MEAN ± SD=1.58±0.402) due to effectiveness of an educational programs. The study finds that an education program focusing on food for oncologic patient cancer patient has a high chance of success of treatment. To establish nutritionist nursing specialty in our country similar to other developed countries to maintain our community health. Establishing one year diploma post graduate nursing studies for academic nurses in our nursing colleges to strengthen the nursing profession in these field. And specialized training sessions for nurses with exams to gain advantage and have an influence on the knowledge of oncology nurses, and oncology nurses must have particular pre-oncology educational courses before participating in the cancer ward.
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Effectiveness of an Educational Program on Nurses Knowledge towards Vitamin D3 and calcium for Cancer Patients
Journal ID : AMJ-18-08-2022-10448; Author : Waleed Ali Armeh, Hasan ALwan Baiee,
Abstract : Malnutrition was a severe and widespread concern among cancer patients. It had a detrimental impact on their prognosis and quality of life. According to studies, 15 percent to 40percent of cancer patients lost weight while undergoing therapy. In individuals with advanced cancer, this number could rise to as high as 85 percent. As a result, early treatment and health education on dietary supplement and behaviors might help patients achieve better outcomes and avoid issues. Of this study were to Assess the Nurses Knowledge toward vitamin d3 and calcium need for patients with Cancer at oncology center in AL-Diwaniyah Governorate. and To Find out the Association Between Certain demographical data and Participation in Training Course with Oncology Nurses' Knowledge. A quasi experimental study design is conducted at Al-Diwaniyah Specialized Oncology Center, from 17th March 2021 to 15th May 2022. For the aim of the study, the researcher created the program and instrument. A non-probability purposive sampling had been consisted of (60) oncologic nurses have been chosen to obtained represent and accurate data. The sample size is (60) nurses, split into two groups, one of which includes of (30) nurses as the study group and the other of which consists of (30) nurses as the control groups. The study groups taking the educational programs that deals with Vitamin D3 and calcium that necessary and recommended for cancer Patients (vit. D3 and ca++) of cancer patients, the control group, on the other hand, has not been subjected to the instructional programs. To obtain data from study participant, the researcher employed the following tool: First part is the socio-demographic variables and second the Nurses knowledge related to The Vitamin D3 and calcium that necessary and recommended for cancer Patients (vit. D3 and ca++). The study instrument's validity was assessed by a group of experts, and its reliability was assessed using the internal consistency approach. To determine the difference between the study the control groups, descriptive analysis and analytical inferential analysis were performed. The study's findings revealed that there is very significant difference in between study group's (pretest and posttests) in terms of (nurse's knowledge of vitamin d3 and calcium of people with cancer), (MEAN ± SD= 2.37±0.451) comparing to the pretest score (MEAN ± SD=1.58±0.402) due to effectiveness of an educational programs. Finally, the study finds that an education program focusing on food for vitamin d3 and calcium of people with cancer has a high chance of success. Training health and medical through continuing nursing and medical education (on job training) of all health care providers including nurses who have a major role in raising the level of patient's awareness about the nutrition and importance of having optimum level of this vitamin D and Ca++, explaining the signs and symptoms of vitamin D and Ca.
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Effectiveness of Foot Self-Care Preventive Educational Program on the Behavior of the Diabetic Patient in AL-Hilla City
Journal ID : AMJ-18-08-2022-10447; Author : HADI JAWAD KADHIM, Sahar Adham Ali,
Abstract : Diabetic patient is highly risk for foot amputation, which is a serious problem. Diabetic foot self-care education which includes assessment, planning, implementation and evaluations are essential and effective protocol to prevent complications.
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Impact of Self-Care Education Program on the Knowledge of Patients with Type II Diabetes Mellitus in AL-Hill Diabetic Center
Journal ID : AMJ-18-08-2022-10446; Author : HADI JAWAD KADHIM, Sahar Adham Ali,
Abstract : Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a major global source of morbidity and death, and is a major challenge for public health. Foot issues are a typical DM consequence that are a growing public health issue and a major contributor to hospitalisation, amputation, and death in diabetes patient.
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Impact of Unconscious Patients Communication Educational Sessions on the Intensive Care Nurses Unit Knowledge in Al- Hilla City
Journal ID : AMJ-18-08-2022-10445; Author : Kareem Waheed Abu Kheta, Sahar Adhem Ali,
Abstract : The critical care unit is consider one of the most important area in the hospitals, since it receives patients with severe and complicated conditions. In these units, attentive and consistent supply of caring behaviors is essential. Continuous monitoring and caring, good communication with patients and their families, supporting and encouraging patients' engagement in treatment decision-making are all vital roles for critical care unit nurses to perform (Zare, et. al., 2020). To evaluation the impact of communication educational sessions on the intensive care nurses knowledge. A quantitative quasi-experimental design study to achieve the study objectives which directed to evaluate the impact of Communication Educational Program on the Intensive Care Unit Nurses Knowledge started from 9 January to 20 June 2022. The research conduct at the intensive care units at Al- Hilla Teaching Hospital and Imam Al- Sadeq teaching hospital. Purposive non- probability sample methods select which consisted of (63) nurses divided as (30) nurses for interventional group, and (33) nurses for control group specific questionnaire prepared to collect the data. Most of participants 16(48.5%) and 19(63.3%) in both group (control and interventional) were between age group(24-26) years, 18(54.5%), 19(63.3%) were male, most of them bachelor holder 22(66.7%) and 18(60.0%), when most of the demographical characteristics matched among the study group it mean the equivalence of the group. the pretest of both study group recorded unsatisfied level of knowledge related to basic communication principles with the unconscious patients as (1.49 ± 0.206), (1.49 ± 0.175). During the post test the control group shows the same poor level clearly, while the nurses who attend the educational program session recorded significant improvement in their two posttest as(1.79± 0.158) and (1.71± 0.176). Most of the control group member have (2-5) years of experience in the critical care unit, where in the interventional group members were within one year. Most of the participant in the both group recorded unsatisfied level of knowledge in pretest regarding to all communication domains. While significant differences found among interventional group members through the first and second post- test, the content of the education program act as a positive factor to improve the knowledge.
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Effectiveness of Communication Skills for Patients Undergoing Mechanical Ventilation Educational Program on the Intensive Care Unit Nurses Knowledge in Al- Hilla City, Iraq
Journal ID : AMJ-18-08-2022-10444; Author : Kareem Waheed Abu Kheta, Sahar Adhem Ali,
Abstract : Communication serves as the foundation for the connection between a nurse and patient and is a crucial component of trust and comfort. Nurses working in the critical care units (CCU) face especial challenges when communicate with unconscious ill, mechanically ventilated or sedated patients. Communication between these patients and nurses needs specific skill of commitment, and knowledge. To evaluate the intensive care unit nurses knowledge related to educational program constricted for communication with patients undergoing mechanical ventilation as a nursing competence. A quantitative study quasi-experimental design was used with the application of pre, and posttest to achieve the study objectives which directed to evaluate the Effectiveness of Patient Communication Skills for Patients Undergoing Mechanical Ventilation Educational Program on the Intensive Care Unit Nurses Knowledge started from 9 January to 27 May 2022. The study conduct at the intensive care units at Al- Hilla Teaching Hospital (Al- Hilla teaching hospital and Imam Al- Sadeq teaching hospital). Purposive non- probability sample methods used to select the sample of the study to achieve the study objectives. The study sample consisted of (63) nurses divided as (30) nurses for interventional group, and (33) nurses for control group specific questionnaire prepared to collect the data by interview method. Most of participants 16(48.5%) and 19(63.3%) in both group (control and interventional) were between age group(24-26) years, 18(54.5%), 19(63.3%) were male, most of them were bachelor holder 22(66.7%) and 18(60.0%). Related to their marital status 17(51.5%) in the control group were married, while 17(56.7%)in the interventional group were single, when most of the demographical characteristics matched among the study group it mean the equivalence of the group. The pretest of both study group recorded unsatisfied level of knowledge related to communication with patients under artificial ventilation as (1.26 _+ 0.181), (1.30 _+ 0.197). During the posttest the control group shows the same poor level clearly, while the nurses who attend the educational program session recorded significant improvement in their two posttest as(1.76_+0.206) and (1.74_+ 0.216). This indicated the effectiveness of the content which presented in the educational program related to this issue. Significant improvement appear clearly among the interventional group member through the result of their pre and posttest, which explain the effectiveness of the educational program session content on the nurses knowledge. Training the nurses who work in intensive care unit about the communication with patient under mechanical ventilation.
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Impact of Pulmonary Care Educational Program on Nurses Perception related to COVID 19 Patients in Al – Hillah teaching hospitals
Journal ID : AMJ-18-08-2022-10443; Author : Ali Ahmed Zghair, Sahar Adham Ali,
Abstract : Intensive care unit nursing is an occupation that involves specialized knowledge and abilities applicable to a range working in the intensive care units which may effected by nurses perception. To assess the impact of pulmonary care educational program on nurse's perception related to COVID 19 patients. A quasi-experimental design selected as suitable method to evaluate the impact of pulmonary care educational program on nurses perception related to COVID 19 patients during the period of 3ed January 2022 to 26th February-2022. The study conducted at the critical care units which distributed at Al-Hillah Teaching Hospitals. Non-probability (purposive) sample methods selected, the original sample were divided to two groups, the first one is control group consist of (30) nurses, while the remaining number (32) assigned as interventional group member. Most of participants in both groups 15 (48.4%), 15 (50%) were between (24-26) years age group, 19 (61.3%), 15 (50%) were male, 16 (51.6%) were diploma degree in interventional group, while 20 (66.7%) were bachelor degree in the control group, simple significant change is presented in the following two Post-test (3.65 ± 0.423), (3.73 ± 0.564) with agree assessment for interventional group about nurse's perception from coronavirus disease 19. Significant changing related to perception in interventional group between pretest, posttest 1 and posttest 2 with agree assessment. While there is no change in mean of score among control group.
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Evaluation of Educational Program toward COVID 19 Patients Oxygen Therapy on Nurses Knowledge in Al-Hillah City
Journal ID : AMJ-18-08-2022-10442; Author : Ali Ahmed Zghair, Sahar Adham Ali,
Abstract : Respiratory system plays a crucial role in sustaining important physical functions; thus, the control of the respiratory system is the first aspect in good intensive care unit patient care. Respiratory care consists of preserving the patency of the airways, oxygen treatment, respiratory monitoring, dental care, and care linked to preventing ventilator-associated infections. To evaluate the knowledge of critical care nurses toward educational program focus on oxygen therapy for coronavirus disease 19. A quasi-experimental design selected as suitable method to evaluate of effectiveness educational program toward COVID 19 patient's oxygen therapy on nurse's knowledge during the period of 3ed January 2022 to 26th February-2022. The study conducted at the critical care units which distributed at Al-Hillah Teaching Hospitals. Non-probability (purposive) sample selected, the original sample were divided to two groups, the first one is control group consist of (30) nurses, while the remining number (32) assigned as interventional group member. Proper questionnaire prepared for data collection. Most of participants in both groups 15 (48.4%), 15 (50%) were between (24-26) years age group, 19 (61.3%), 15 (50%) were male, 16 (51.6%) were diploma degree holder in interventional group, while 20 (66.7%) were bachelor degree in the control group, significant improvement in nurse's knowledge regarding oxygen supplement after their attendance to the educational program session, while the results shows no significant change for control group is presented in the following two post-test. Significant differences of interventional group between their pretest and two posttest recording for the nursing knowledge regarding oxygen therapy for coronavirus disease 19 patients, while no significant differences recorded among control group members.
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