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The abrupt transition of the mode of learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in an increase in complaints of musculoskeletal (MSK) discomfort among students in Higher Education Institutions (HEI). Inadequate physical space and equipment are one major cause of these complaints. Among HEIs, physical therapy (PT) students have sufficient background in managing MSK discomforts. However, this does not prevent them from experiencing pain and discomfort during online classes. This analytical cross-sectional study aims to determine the correlation between ergonomic knowledge and MSK discomfort among first-year to fourth-year PT students.
The study will use two questionnaires, the Ergonomic Knowledge Questionnaire, and the Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire, that determine the level of ergonomic knowledge and MSK discomfort, respectively. This will be disseminated to 144 students through google forms. Results will then be analysed using Pearson Correlation Test. The study anticipates a correlation between the level of ergonomic knowledge and MSK discomfort among the participants.
The study has been approved by the University of Santo Tomas-College of Rehabilitation Sciences Ethics Review Committee. The participants will receive the results prior to publication in a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
Philippine Health Research Registry with registry ID PHRR230216-005443.
Introducción. Actualmente el timbre conecta a los pacientes con la expectativa de una asistencia inmediata cuando perciben una necesidad, ya sea para asistencia de rutina o tengan un cambio agudo en su condición. El tiempo de atención al timbre impacta en la calidad de atención, satisfacción del paciente, y el flujo de trabajo. El objetivo fue describir el tiempo promedio de la respuesta al timbre en la Unidad Coronaria. Metodología. Estudio transversal del tiempo de respuesta al timbre estratificado por turno. Se recogieron datos sociodemográficos de los pacientes, los motivos de la llamada al timbre, y la satisfacción de los pacientes de forma anónima y digital. Resultados. Se analizaron 200 timbres, con un tiempo promedio de 5’42”. El promedio de edad de los pacientes que accionaron el timbre fue de 56 años, de los cuales 51% eran mujeres. Los principales motivos de llamada fueron la movilización (24.9%) e higiene/eliminación (19.2%), y los pacientes se mostraron satisfechos siempre o casi siempre (81%) con el tiempo de atención al timbre. No se halló una asociación entre los días de internación y la cantidad de llamadas al timbre. Discusión. A pesar de que el tiempo es superior a los “minutos dorados”, los pacientes presentan un elevado grado de satisfacción. La variabilidad de los tiempos en los distintos turnos y los principales motivos de llamada por turno muestran un enorme desafío en la gestión de enfermería para anticipar y priorizar las necesidades que el paciente transmite a través del timbre.
Abstract
Introduction. Currently, the call light connects patients with the expectation of immediate assistance when they perceive a need, whether it is for routine assistance or a sudden change in their condition. The response time to the call bell impacts the quality of care, patient satisfaction, and workflow. The objective of this study was to describe the average response time to the call bell in the Coronary Unit. Methodology. A cross-sectional study of response time to the call bell stratified by shift, over 3 days, with a minimum of 7 days between each day. Sociodemographic data of patients, reasons for the call bell, and patient satisfaction were collected anonymously and digitally. Results. 200 call bells were analyzed, with an average response time of 5'42". The average age was 56 years, with 51% being female. The main reasons for calling were mobilization (24.9%) and hygiene/elimination (19.2%). Most patients were satisfied with the response time to the call bell (81% always or almost always). There was no association found between length of stay and the number of call bells. Discussion. Despite the response time being longer than the "golden minutes," patients show a high degree of satisfaction. The variability of response times in different shifts and the main reasons for calling by shift show a huge challenge in nursing management to anticipate and prioritize the needs that the patient expresses through the call bell.
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