Exploring Therapists’ Approaches to Treating Eating Disorders to Inform User-Centric App Design: Web-Based Interview Study by Pamela Carien Thomas, Pippa Bark, Sarah Rowe

“…Five main themes were covered: (1) therapists’ treatment approach, (2) how therapy was implemented in practice, (3) strategies for engaging and motivating clients, (4) perspectives on a potential ED app, and (5) suggestions for app content and design. A structured thematic analysis was validated by 2 researchers. …”
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Knowledge, attitudes and practices toward childhood vaccination among guardians in Chengdu, China: a cross-sectional study by Wen Liu, Hongxia Li, Ling Qin, Hui Wang, Kai Zhu, Taoyi Yang, Xufeng Jia, Lanqian Xu

“…Participants were recruited through systematic sampling during vaccination visits, telephone appointments, and household surveys. A structured questionnaire assessed vaccination knowledge (13 items), attitudes (11 items), and practices (9 items). …”
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The association between dolutegravir based first-line antiretroviral regimens and dyslipidemia among adults living with HIV on follow-up at health facilities in Hawassa city admini... by Agete Tadewos Hirigo, Alemayehu Abera, Daniel Yilma, Ayalew Astatkie, Zelalem Debebe

“…Sociodemographic, clinical, and other relevant data were collected using a semi-structured questionnaire, supplemented by a review of medical records. …”
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Dental caries and actual utilization of dental services among primary school children in Egypt: a cross-sectional study by Mariam Osman Mohamed, Basman Elsayed Hamza, Rabaa Mahmoud Aboubakr, Nasr Mohamed Attia

“…This study was carried out in two stages; first, a well-structured questionnaire was used to collect data on socio-demographic variables and parental fear. …”
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Comparative analysis for oral health status of old age home residents and its association with depression in Eastern Nepal by Ujwal Gautam, Ashish Shrestha, Tarakant Bhagat, Dharanidhar Baral, Suraj Nepal

“…Old age home residents were selected using multistage random sampling while community dwelling older adults were selected using systematic random sampling after matching for age and sex. Structured questionnaires were used to interview participants on oral health behaviour and depression. …”
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Polyparasitism with Malaria and Intestinal Parasite Infections among Infants and Preschool-Aged Children in Egbedore, Osun State, Nigeria by S. N. Odoemene, A. S. Oluwole, H. O. Mogaji, M. V. Adegbola, O. O. Omitola, A. A. Bayegun, D. A. Ojo, S. O. Sam-Wobo, U. F. Ekpo

“…Mothers/caregivers were interviewed using a structured questionnaire to obtain demographic data of their IPSAC and to document knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) on parasitic infections. …”
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Patient Perspectives and Concerns Regarding Cataract Surgery and Cataract Surgery Sedation: A Qualitative Study by Molina L, Lyang N, Schwartz R, Parikh N, Ramanathan S, Huang AJ, Chen CL

“…We sought to characterize patient perspectives regarding their experiences undergoing cataract surgery with monitored anesthesia care (MAC) and their willingness to consider cataract surgery with sedation alternatives to MAC.Methods Used: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 9 patients (4 women) who recently underwent routine cataract surgery at the University of California, San Francisco. …”
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A deep dive into artificial intelligence with enhanced optimization-based security breach detection in internet of health things enabled smart city environment by S Jayanthi, Sodagudi Suhasini, N. Sharmili, E. Laxmi Lydia, V. Shwetha, Bibhuti Bhusan Dash, Mrinal Bachute

“…The data pre-processing phase applies the Z-score normalization method for converting input data into a structured pattern. For the selection of the feature process, the proposed SADDBN-AMOA model designs a slime mould optimization (SMO) model to select the most related features from the data. …”
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Preventing gambling-related harm among adolescents (PRoGRAM-A): an embedded multi-modal process evaluation in a pilot cluster random control trial by Martine Miller, Freya Howell, James White, Dave Griffiths, Leon Noble, Christopher J. Weir, Angela Niven, Andrew Stoddart, Hanna Ensor, Heather Wardle, Richard Purves, Fiona Dobbie

“…Method Multi-modal study design comprised of qualitative focus groups with students (N = 42); and individual interviews with teachers (N = 7), PRoGRAM-A trainers (N = 5), student friends and family (N = 2) and stakeholders (N = 8). Structured Observations of the full cycle of PRoGRAM-A across two intervention schools were also undertaken. …”
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HIV risk perception and associated factors among pregnant and breastfeeding women in Zambia: implications for PrEP uptake in antenatal and postnatal settings by Twaambo Euphemia Hamoonga, Wilbroad Mutale, Karen Hampanda, Benjamin H. Chi

“…Study team members administered a structured questionnaire to pregnant and breastfeeding women at the hospital's maternal and child health clinic to get information on socio-demographics, obstetrics and pregnancy history, sexual behavior and HIV risk perception. …”
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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to hypertension among Sri Lankans: an online cross-sectional survey by Priyanga Ranasinghe, Pumudu Weerasekara, Minura Manchanayake, Sandamini Liyanage, Thilina Perera, Minollie Silva, David J. Webb

“…Participants were recruited via social media, and data were collected using a structured questionnaire assessing socio-demographic characteristics, knowledge of HTN, attitudes toward prevention and treatment, and health-related practices. …”
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COVID-19 infection prevention practices among a sample of food handlers of food and drink establishments in Ethiopia. by Atsedemariam Andualem, Belachew Tegegne, Sewunet Ademe, Tarikuwa Natnael, Gete Berihun, Masresha Abebe, Yeshiwork Alemnew, Alemebante Mulu, Yordanos Mezemir, Abayneh Melaku, Taffere Addis, Emaway Belay, Zebader Walle, Lake Kumlachew, Abraham Teym, Metadel Adane

“…Data were collected by trained data collectors using a pretested structured questionnaire and an on-the-spot observational checklist. …”
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Evaluating the effectiveness of crisis support spaces in Queensland, Australia: a mixed-methods study by Zoe E. Papinczak, Hannah E. Roovers, Mikesh Patel, Danielle Postorivo, Meaghan E. McLellan, Harvey A. Whiteford, Zoe H. Rutherford

“…In addition, 78 semi-structured interviews were undertaken with CSS consumers and carers, CSS staff and broader mental health system staff; these were analysed using applied thematic analysis. …”
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Practices and Challenges in Foetal Heart Rate Monitoring: A Case Study of a County Referral Hospital in Kenya by Godfrey Mbaabu Limungi, Evans Kasmai Kiptulon, Festus Mwendia Muriuki, Sylvia Nabwile Makhoka, Maté Orsolya

“…Data were collected using a data abstraction form, an observation checklist, and a structured interview guide. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative data were analyzed using the thematic method with an inductive approach. …”
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Factors that support home deaths for patients receiving at-home palliative and end-of-life care: a sequential mixed-methods explanatory study by Kelley Kilpatrick, Émilie Allard, Mira Jabbour, Eric Tchouaket

“…Administrative data from a not-for-profit at-home palliative care organization in Québec Canada from 2015 to 2024 (n = 5931) and 73 semi-structured interviews with patients receiving PEoLC, caregivers, service providers and decision-makers were collected. …”
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Socio-Clinical Determinants of Pattern of Glycated Haemoglobin among Tuberculosis Patients attending DOTS Clinic in North-Central Nigeria by Sunday A. Owolabi, Kola M. Alabi, Louis O. Odeigah, Adedayo Y. Kofoworade, Anthonia N. Alabi, Olufunmilayo A. Taiwo, Eyitayo O. Adunmo, Kayode O. Olafimihan, Jameelu-deen O. Yusuff

“…Data were collected using semi-structured questionnaires. Blood samples were collected for HbA1c estimation using turbidimetric method. …”
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The maintenance of competence of rural district hospital medical practitioners by M.R. de Villiers, P.J.T. de Villiers, A. Kent

“…Methods that were found most useful were inservice learning under supervision, structured courses, small group discussions and practical workshops. …”
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The Pendulum of Adherence: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis of Psoriasis Treatment Discontinuation by Xiao Z, Jiang Y, Samah NA, Zhou H, Wang J

“…Frequent treatment discontinuation often results in disease recurrence and poorer health outcomes, highlighting the need for a comprehensive understanding of psoriasis patients’ lived experiences concerning treatment adherence.Methods: A phenomenological research approach was employed to explore psoriasis patients’ lived experiences concerning treatment adherence. Semi-structured, in-depth interviews were conducted with 16 participants, all discontinued and later resumed treatment. …”
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Exploring the Learning Needs for Discharge Planning Among Postoperative Orthopedic Patients: A Scoping Review by Rahayu U, Ibrahim K, Herman H

“…The findings highlight gaps in patient education, particularly in pain management, complication recognition, and post-discharge support.Conclusion: This scoping review highlights gaps in patient education and underscores the need for structured, comprehensive discharge planning. The reviewed literature suggests a potential link between improved patient education and better recovery outcomes, fewer complications, and greater adherence to rehabilitation programs. …”
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Maternal satisfaction with the quality of post-abortion care in Ethiopia at teaching hospitals of Amhara regional state by 2023 by Besfat Berihun Erega, Wassie Yazie Ferede, Assefa Kebie Mitiku, Rahel Birhanu Arage, Enyew Dagnew Yehuala, Begizew Yimenu Mekuriaw, Temesgen Dessie Mengistu, Tigist Seid Yimer, Eyob Shitie Lake

“…Eight BSc midwives who had received three days of training collected the data via a structured questionnaire. A quota sampling technique was carried out for all post-abortion patients who were consecutively served at facilities. …”
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