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Legal recognition and legal awareness of children with a different mother language
Kristýna Hellerová, Jitka Vacková, Renata Švestková, Radka Prokešová, Jana Stejskalová, Radek Vistořín
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):399-405 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.054 
This scoping review examines the legal recognition of children with a different mother tongue, focusing on how educational and legal systems can better accommodate their unique needs. Legal recognition, distinct from legal awareness, involves acknowledging the rights of linguistically diverse children and adapting systems to uphold these rights. The review explores current gaps in research and policy, emphasizing the need for more inclusive frameworks that support bilingual education, especially for indigenous and immigrant populations. The findings highlight the challenges that children with different mother tongues face in existing legal and educational...
Volunteering in hospitals to deal with emergencies
Marie Klečková, Lenka Michalcová, Zuzana Freitinger-Skalická
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):392-398 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.055
Introduction: Volunteer activities during emergencies occur both formally and informally. In developed countries, emergencies are managed by professionals and formal volunteers. Spontaneous (informal) volunteers often respond at any stage, and this is known as convergent response. While these volunteers help prevent loss of life and property, their lack of organization and emergency knowledge poses risks, such as safety and responsibility issues. This leads professional responders to hesitate in using them. The implementation of effective integration strategies can significantly aid in emergencies. Objective: This work focuses on volunteering in ensuring...
A systematic review of the role of social work in dealing with suicide
Susantha Rasnayake, Pavel Navrátil, A. N. Orock, Dharshani Chandrasekara, Ishara Wanniarachchi, Thilini Gamage
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):383-391 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.053
Objectives: This review answers the following questions: (1) What is the potential role of social work in prevention, intervention, and postvention in dealing with suicide? (2) What factors limit social work involvement? Methods: A sample of 84 peer-reviewed articles selected via PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar were analysed using content analysis. Findings: Results indicate that the role of social work in suicide prevention, intervention and postvention has been primarily established as a clinical or mental health social worker's task. However, generalist social workers can also effectively use their training in dealing with suicide at individual,...
The influence of dysmenorrhea on women's emotions and experiences
Kateřina Staňková, Alena Hricová, Tomáš Mrhálek
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):376-382 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.043
This article aims to provide a comprehensive description of the multifaceted influence of dysmenorrhea on women's emotional states and their overall lives, with a focus on both immediate and long-term effects. Immediate impacts include changes in mood and self-perception during menstruation. Changes in self-esteem and identity are among the long-term effects. The research employed a qualitative design involving in-depth interviews with 18 women who have experienced years of painful menstruation. Data were analysed using a combination of thematic analysis (TA) and interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA), providing a robust framework to understand...
Access to healthcare services among vulnerable groups in Albania: unveiling barriers and proposing solutions
Emanuela Ismaili, Rudina Rama *, Edmond Dragoti
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):369-375 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.050
This study examines the challenges vulnerable populations in Albania face in accessing healthcare, focusing on structural, access-related, and socio-cultural barriers. Using a qualitative approach, it involved 13 focus group discussions (FGDs) with 118 participants from diverse backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities and members of the Roma and Egyptian communities. Data were collected between 2019 and 2020 as part of the "Health Vulnerability Study in Albania", commissioned by the "Health for All Project" (HAP) and approved by the Albanian Committee of Medical Ethics. Oral consent was obtained, and discussions were recorded to explore...
Mandated work duties of students: situational analysis of the actors involved
Marie Špiláčková, Veronika Mia Racko, Karla Pobucká, Iva Tichá, Věra Malík Holasová, Pavlína Rabasová
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):361-368 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.046
Purpose: To comprehensively analyze the work duties of students from the Faculty of Social Studies at the University of Ostrava during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on the perspectives and discourses of those involved in managing the crisis. Methods: Interpretive paradigm, qualitative strategies, situational analysis, questionnaire survey, semi-structured interview. Results: The result is a presentation of the discourses of different actors involved in the students' work duties. The students felt dissatisfaction with their work duty and valued the experience gained. The public administration authorities perceived inconsistency in the practices between...
Health science students' perceptions of poverty and health inequality
Pavlina Rutar, Mirko Prosen, Sabina Ličen
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):354-360 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.056
Introduction: The aim of this study was to investigate health science students' perceptions of poverty and health inequality to gain insight into the perspectives of future healthcare workers. Design: A descriptive cross-sectional study. Methods: Data was collected via an online survey that was developed based on a thorough literature review. Participants were students (n = 106) from undergraduate nursing and applied kinesiology programmes. Statistical analyses were conducted with IBM SPSS Statistics 29.0. using bivariate statistical analysis. The significance level was set at p < 0.05. Results: 28.3% of students cited lack of opportunity...
Language validation of a measurement instrument to assess the needs of parents and children in palliative care - a pilot study
Petra Růžičková *, Radka Bužgová
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):347-353 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.048
Introduction: Pediatric palliative care is a specialized form of care provided to children with terminal illnesses or life-threatening conditions. Its aim is not only to control symptoms, but also to improve the overall quality of life of the child and its family. It includes comprehensive support and care that respects the individual needs of the child and its family, including physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects. Objective: To translate and implement the language validation of the Pediatric Palliative Care - Parent & Child Needs Survey (PCNeeds) tool and to determine the level of needs of families caring for a child with a life-limiting...
Association between perceived patient safety culture, unfinished nursing care, and teamwork during the clinical placement of nursing students: a cross-sectional study
Dominika Kohanová, Andrea Solgajová, Katarína Žiaková, Radka Kurucová, Dana Zrubcová
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):339-346 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.052
Introduction: Patient safety culture is a fundamental aspect of healthcare delivery, profoundly impacted by factors such as teamwork or organizational traits. Research on unfinished nursing care has underscored its importance in relation to patient safety. Objective: To explore the associations between perceived patient safety culture, unfinished nursing care, and the level of teamwork during the clinical placement of nursing students. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted between September and December 2023 using a set of questionnaires comprising the Hospital Survey on Patient Safety Culture for Nursing Students, the Unfinished...
Health literacy of adult women as a component of cervical cancer prevention in women
Ľubica Ilievová *, Aneta Sivková, Vladimír Meluš, Iveta Matišáková
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):333-338 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.051
Background: Cervical cancer is a preventable disease. The health literacy of women is a significant predictor of behaviour regarding their own health, along with the ability to search for, understand, and use health information, and plays an important role in the use of preventive and screening programmes. Objectives: To evaluate the health literacy level of women of reproductive age in relation to their knowledge of the issue of cervical cancer. Sample: The research sample consisted of women between the ages of 18 and 60 years old (n = 270). Methods: We collected data with the use of a self-constructed questionnaire focused on knowledge about...
Italian nursing students' knowledge of Atrial Fibrillation: A cross-sectional study
Enkeleda Gjini, Stefano Terzoni, Federico Ruta, Alessandro Delli Poggi, Mauro Parozzi, Roberta Lodini, Kelara Israil, Paolo Ferrara
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):327-332 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.049
Background: Early recognition, prevention, and treatment of complications are key aspects of nursing care planning for people with Atrial Fibrillation (AF). However, recent studies suggest that nurses' knowledge of AF is only sometimes accurate. No studies are currently available in Italy. Aim: To study nursing students' knowledge of Atrial Fibrillation in an Italian setting. Methods: A multicentre cross-sectional study was conducted in a population of nursing students from three Italian universities during the 2022/2023 academic year. The validity and reliability of the Italian version of the Atrial Fibrillation Knowledge Assessment Tool (AFKAT-ita)...
Risk factors for age-related frailty
Ľubica Poledníková *, Alica Slamková, Miroslava Líšková, Alexandra Archalousová
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):319-326 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.047
Goal: The objective of this study was to identify which risk factors nurses in the Slovak Republic perceive as most significant for validating the nursing diagnosis Risk for Frail Elderly Syndrome (NANDA I 2021-2023) in older patients. The Fehring's Diagnostic Content Validity model was used for validating the potential nursing diagnosis to find out the significance of the risk factors for the nursing diagnosis Risk for Frail Elderly Syndrome. The study included two samples: 126 nurses from healthcare facilities (n1) and 51 nurses from social service facilities (n2) who met the modified Fehring's criteria for an expert. Results: Out of...
Informal (family) caregivers - irreplaceable but undervalued
Iva Brabcová
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):317-318 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.057
Participant analysis of the need for prenatal attachment education packages
Yuni Purwati, Noor Pramono, Mohammad Hakimi, Agus Suwandono, Tri Nur Kristina, Anggorowati
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):309-316 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.034
Background: Primigravidas are at high risk of experiencing emotional disorders, stress, anxiety, and depression, which can lead to fetal neglect and a lack of adequate pregnancy care. This may result in problems with fetal growth and development, low birth weight, and even infant death. A strong maternal-fetal attachment significantly influences pregnancy care practices. However, there is no prenatal attachment education program included in routine education. Aim: This study aimed to explore healthcare workers' perspectives on the need to develop a prenatal attachment education package for pregnant women in public health centers. Methods: This qualitative...
The Czech legislation on surrogacy and its comparison with foreign standards
Šárka Špeciánová
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):300-308 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.040
Members of the Czech Parliament submitted the Amendment to the Civil Code and the Criminal Code that considers surrogacy as a specific form of human trafficking addressing the prohibited commercialization of the human body. The amendment aims to protect women, whose social status is often exploited, and children, who are reduced to commodities. The proposed changes seek to prevent the abuse of international surrogacy and reproductive tourism and, as a result, prohibit surrogacy even in an altruistic form between close relatives. Current Czech legislation tolerates surrogacy. Many social and ethical questions associated with this phenomenon deserve...
The relationship between family burden, environment, and quality of life among caregivers of older adults with chronic diseases: a cross-sectional study
Bahtiar Bahtiar, Rasdiyanah Rasdiyanah, Nurlaila Fitriani
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):293-299 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.032
Aim: The number of older adults with chronic diseases is growing. When caring for and accompanying their family members, the quality of life (QoL) of elderly family caregivers is highly affected. The aim is to find the relationship between family burden, family environment, and QoL among caregivers of older adults with chronic diseases. Methods: The study involved 409 caregivers in Samarinda (East Kalimantan), Makassar, and Gowa (South Sulawesi), Indonesia. It analyzed family burden, family environment, and QoL using descriptive, Spearman, Kruskal-Wallis, Mann-Whitney, and hierarchy regression analysis using SPSS version 21. Results: Family burden...
The perspective of cooperation between foster parents and the school social workers in elementary schools
Barbora Faltová, Adéla Mojžíšová, Jana Holá
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):285-292 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.042
Goal: This study aims to discover the interest of foster parents in cooperating with the school social workers in elementary schools to support the children's school success during foster care. Methods: The quantitative survey was based on a non-standardised questionnaire validated for comprehensibility and relevance by professionals in non-profit organisations who conducted a pilot survey with cooperating foster parents. The research group was created by purposive sampling (n = 102). Descriptive statistics and exploratory analysis methods were used to evaluate the obtained data. Results: Foster parents are provided with expert advice by a non-profit...
Pediatric pressure injuries: A systematic review of interventions to prevent hospital-acquired pressure injuries in the pediatric population
Lydia Bauernfeind, Christian Rester, Stefan Schoenstein *
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):276-284 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.038
Introduction: Pressure injuries have been identified as a problem in adults, but there is increasing recognition that they also occur in pediatric patients. Specific prevention in this population is essential because a high percentage of pressure injuries can be prevented. Objective: To identify interventions that prevent pressure injuries in the clinical pediatric care setting. Methods: Systematic review with a conducted search in CINAHL, PubMed, and Cochrane databases. A total of 301 articles were found, 225 were excluded after reviewing the title and abstract. The remaining papers were subjected to a full-text screening. Eligible studies were those...
The effects of mobile phone-assisted health education programs on patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review
Emilia Erningwati Akoit, Ferry Efendi, Yulis Setiya Dewi, Santo Imanuel Tonapa, Apryadno Jose Al Freadman Koa
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):267-275 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.036
Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most prevalent metabolic disorders, with type 2 DM being the most common form. It ranks as the sixth-leading cause of death worldwide, yet medication adherence and self-care remain low. Given that knowledge significantly influences these outcomes, this paper aims to evaluate the effect of mobile phone-assisted health education programs on patients with type 2 DM. Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted using databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, and EBSCOhost, employing keywords relevant to the research topic. The research question was structured using the PICOS framework:...
The effects of a hypoglycaemia education programme on the outcomes in patients with type 2 diabetes
Asli Tok Özen, Seyda Özcan
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):260-266 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.041
Aim: This study aims to evaluate how a Hypoglycaemia Education Programme (HEP) affects the hypoglycaemia outcomes of patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). Methods: This study which included a six-month follow-up was conducted with 101 patients with T2DM receiving insulin in the outpatient diabetes clinic. The patients were assigned to the HEP group (n = 51) and the control (n = 50) group. Patients in the HEP group participated in the Hypoglycaemia Education Programme. The patients in both groups were assessed at baseline, and one, three, and six months after HEP using the Clarke Hypoglycaemia Awareness Scale and the Hypoglycaemia...
Telehealth improves quality of life of COPD patients: systematic review and meta-analysis
Heri Ariyanto *, Elsye Maria Rosa
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):252-259 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.024
Background: Telehealth is electronic information and telecommunications technology for medical personnel and doctors to handle patient health. This electronic information can include digital images, videos, or text files stored on a computer. Telehealth is beneficial for improving the general psychology of chronic patients. However, no assessment of the impact of telehealth on individuals suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease has been done. As a result, in order to assess the impact of telehealth treatments on the quality of life of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, researchers reviewed the literature. Methods: The...
Intimidation and bullying in nursing: experiences, responses, and consequences
Ajda Plos, Maša Černelič Bizjak, Mirko Prosen
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):246-251 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.045
Introduction: The shortage of nursing staff is a major problem in an ageing population. One of the reasons for leaving the profession is an unsupportive working environment, including bullying. The aim of this study is to gain an in-depth insight into nurses' perceptions of workplace bullying. Methods: A qualitative descriptive interpretive method was used. A semi-structured interview was used to collect data. Nine nurses from all levels of healthcare participated in the study. Thematic analysis of qualitative data was used to analyse the data. Results: Respondents described in detail their views on bullying in nursing and their personal experiences....
Nursing educators' concerns during the implementation of a core curriculum
Rachel Kemelman, Daniela Cojocaru
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):238-245 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.033
Background: An update of the nursing core curriculum was released in 2019 and revised to meet the challenges of the Israeli health system. The revision was based on the Advisory Committee's (2017) recommendations and outcomes of a Nursing Administration Inspection (2018). The implementation process of the nursing core curriculum has never been broadly evaluated in Israel. This study aimed to examine factors associated with concerns of nursing educators during the implementation process. Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed on a representative sample of nursing educators in Israel. 107 nursing educators answered two questionnaires distributed...
Cultural challenges: Exploring nurses' experiences in clinical practice across two European countries
Martin Červený *, Michaela Abrmanová, Valérie Tóthová
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):233-237 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.031
Introduction: Cultural challenges in clinical practice can directly affect the quality and effectiveness of care for patients from different cultures. Aim: To find out and compare Czech and Slovak nurses' cultural challenges in their clinical practice. Methods: This cross-sectional comparative study used a non-standard questionnaire to explore cultural challenges in nurses' clinical practice in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. This study followed the guidelines provided by the STROBE checklist. The statistical analysis was conducted using SASD 1.5.8 and IBM SPSS Statistics version 28.0.0. Results: The study sample comprised 202 nurses from the Czech...
Determining the levels of family burden and psychological symptoms in mothers with children with cerebral palsy in Turkey
Gülsüm Asan, Pinar Soylar
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):226-232 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.037
Aim: The study aims to determine the level of family burden and psychological symptoms in mothers who have children with Cerebral Palsy (CP) in Turkey. Methods: The descriptive study was completed with 200 mothers of children with CP. Results: Depression was found in mothers (1.11 ± 0.79) and the Family Burden Assessment Scale (FBAS) mean score was also high (143.71 ± 22.68). A statistically significant difference was found between mothers who received support to care for their children and their level of depression (p = 0.003). A positive and significant relationship was also found between emotional burden and psychiatric symptoms,...
Anxiety and depression in Moravian-Silesian older adults: prevalence and associated factors
Radka Kozáková, Radka Bužgová, Katka Bobčíková, Petr Dostálek, Petr Šilhán
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):218-225 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.039
Objectives: The main objective was to determine the prevalence of depression and anxiety in older adults living in the Moravian-Silesian region. Methods: Empirical data was collected using a set of questionnaires and a personal data form. These tools were the Geriatric Scale of Depression, the Inventory of Geriatric Anxiety, the OPQoL-brief questionnaire, the Rosenberger Self-Esteem Scale, and the Social Support Questionnaire. A total of 935 older adults participated in the research. Results: Depression symptoms were found in 17.2% of older adults and anxiety symptoms in 22.8%. A correlation was shown between a higher prevalence of depression and anxiety...
Fall prevention practices among nurses and the factors that influence them: a Hungarian study
Edit Boros, Zoltán Balogh
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):210-217 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.035
Introduction: Nurse activities play an important role in the prevention of falls in old age, both in home care and institutional care. Objective: The aim of this study is to investigate nurses' falls prevention practices and the factors influencing them. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted between December 1, 2022, and February 16, 2023, using a self-designed questionnaire that included a knowledge test of falling and an attitude scale related to falling. Results: 442 nurses working in health or social care in Csongrád-Csanád county, Hungary, participated in the survey. Significant differences in fall prevention practices were...
On the possibilities and limitations of integrated health and social care
Lenka Krhutová
Kontakt 2024, 26(3):209 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.044
The impact of full reimbursement of flash glucose monitoring on Czech patients - experience of one diabetes center
Kateřina Štechová, Radek Kovács, Martina Tuháčková, Martina Salátová, Šárka Malá, Pavlína Piťhová, Dita Pichlerová
Kontakt 2024, 26(2):198-207 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.028
The introduction of glucose sensors has been a major shift in glycemic self-monitoring. The aim of the study was to analyze the medical effect of Flash Glucose Monitoring (FGM) in type 1 diabetes patients at our clinic, in the context of the introduction of full reimbursement of FGM technology from public health insurance. We studied 64 women and 51 men (median age 42 years). All patients were treated with an intensified insulin regimen. No previous experience with any glucose sensors was reported by 61 patients (43%). Data on diabetes control prior to the introduction of the full FGM reimbursement (2019) and 12 months later (2020) were compared. Additionally,...
The needs of informal caregivers caring for stroke patients in the home environment
Markéta Bendová, Jitka Vacková, Marcela Míková, Anna Kuželková
Kontakt 2024, 26(2):191-197 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.009
Background: Stroke is the leading cause of disability, impacting both the affected person and informal caregivers. As the number of stroke patients rises, it is increasingly important to recognize that informal stroke caregivers have needs that require support and interventions. Objectives: The aim was to create an overview of studies where informal caregivers express their specific needs related to providing care for stroke patients in the home environment and summarize the described needs into particular categories. Methods: A review of the literature published between 2013-2023 was conducted using the PRISMA methodology. The search for relevant...