Kontakt, 2024 (roč. 26), číslo 4
Informal (family) caregivers - irreplaceable but undervaluedEditorial
Iva Brabcová
Kontakt 2024, 26(4):317-318 | DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.057 
Risk factors for age-related frailtyOšetřovatelství - původní práce
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...
Italian nursing students' knowledge of Atrial Fibrillation: A cross-sectional studyOšetřovatelství - původní práce
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)...
Health literacy of adult women as a component of cervical cancer prevention in womenOšetřovatelství - původní práce
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...
Association between perceived patient safety culture, unfinished nursing care, and teamwork during the clinical placement of nursing students: a cross-sectional studyOšetřovatelství - původní práce
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...
Language validation of a measurement instrument to assess the needs of parents and children in palliative care - a pilot studyOšetřovatelství - původní práce
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...
Health science students' perceptions of poverty and health inequalitySociální vědy ve zdraví - původní práce
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...
Mandated work duties of students: situational analysis of the actors involvedSociální vědy ve zdraví - původní práce
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...
Access to healthcare services among vulnerable groups in Albania: unveiling barriers and proposing solutionsSociální vědy ve zdraví - původní práce
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...
The influence of dysmenorrhea on women's emotions and experiencesSociální vědy ve zdraví - původní práce
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...
A systematic review of the role of social work in dealing with suicideSociální vědy ve zdraví - přehledový článek
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,...
Volunteering in hospitals to deal with emergenciesSociální vědy ve zdraví - původní práce
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...
Legal recognition and legal awareness of children with a different mother languageSociální vědy ve zdraví - přehledový článek
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...