Factors influencing promotive behaviours in mothers of Indonesian children with avoidant restrictive food intake disorder
ConclusionsThis study found that the number of children and mutual parenting in interacting with children were key factors that influenced promotive behaviours in mothers of children with ARFID. We suggest that nursing interventions can potentially improve promotive behaviours in this population. (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - September 21, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

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Publication date: Available online 19 September 2019Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical SciencesAuthor(s): Khalid I. Khoshhal, Salman Y. Guraya (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - September 19, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Learning styles and satisfaction with educational activities of Saudi Health Science University Students
ConclusionsThis study could not find a predominant LS or satisfaction difference across LSs among health science students. Thus, the current educational programmes in KSAU-HS meet students' LSs and satisfaction. Educators need to broaden their strategies for instruction, so as to build an effective learning environment. (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - September 10, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Gender variations in social media usage and academic performance among the students of University of Sharjah
ConclusionThis study demonstrates a significant difference in the academic performance of medical students as influenced by social media usage. Medical educators are urged to frame guidelines for using social media for educational purposes that will help improve the academic performance of the students. (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - August 13, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Anthropometry analysis of nutritional indicators in Indonesian school adolescents
Publication date: Available online 9 August 2019Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical SciencesAuthor(s): Yusni Yusni, Firdalena Meutia (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - August 10, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Tualang honey and DHA-rich fish oil reduce the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines in the rat brain following exposure to chronic stress
ConclusionConsumption of DHA-rich fish oil and TH can be effective in lowering pro-inflammatory cytokine levels in the brains of rats under chronic stress conditions. However, consuming these agents together does not provide additional benefits compared to taking them separately. (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - July 31, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Determining the impact of pre-lecture educational video on comprehension of a difficult gross anatomy lecture
ConclusionThis study concluded that the pre-lecture activity had successfully provided the students with some prior knowledge of the subject before they attended the lecture sessions. This finding was aligned with cognitive load theory, which describes a reduction in learners' cognitive load when prior knowledge is stimulated. (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - July 30, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

The effects of foot position on lower extremity kinematics during single leg squat among adolescent male athletes
Publication date: Available online 27 July 2019Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical SciencesAuthor(s): Norain Mohd Azhar, Nor Fatinah Affandi, Mohamad Saufi Zuhan Mail, Shazlin Shaharudin (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - July 28, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

The effect of two therapeutic interventions on balance in children with spastic cerebral palsy: A comparative study
ConclusionWhole-body vibration and core stability exercises are recommended for the treatment of children with spastic cerebral palsy. Whole-body vibration was more effective than the core stability program in improving balance in children with spastic cerebral palsy. (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - July 28, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Reduced production of pro-inflammatory cytokines by Tualang honey and DHA-rich fish oil in the rat brain following exposure to chronic stress
ConclusionConsumption of DHA-rich fish oil and TH can be effective in lowering pro-inflammatory cytokine levels in the brains of rats under chronic stress conditions. However, consuming these agents together does not provide additional benefits compared to taking them separately. (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - July 24, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Self-medication for oral health problems among adults attending the University Dental Hospital, Sharjah
ConclusionSelf-medication for oral health problems is a common practice in UAE. Lack of time to visit dental clinics and the perceived low importance of oral health problems were the main reasons for self-medication. Analgesics for toothache were the most frequent medications purchased from the local pharmacy. (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - July 24, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Parent–child communication and preventive practices for child sexual abuse among the general population: A community-based study
Publication date: Available online 20 July 2019Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical SciencesAuthor(s): Aidah Abdul-Aziz AlRammah, Shaher Mesfer Alqahtani, Suha Saleh Al-Saleh, Syed Wajid, Ahmed Gasim Elzubair Babiker, Abdul Aziz Khalid Al-Mana, Hend Homoud Al-shammari (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - July 21, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Exploring nurses' work-related stress in an acute care hospital in KSA
ConclusionThis study highlighted perceived work-related stress of staff nurses and determined the relationship between work-related stress and demographic profile. Most nurses were moderately stressed. Working hours were associated directly with stress level. The study findings can serve as a guide for establishing human resources policies aiming at reducing nurses' stress and, thereby, promoting improved health care and task force work performance. (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - July 20, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Current practice of prescription and administration of oxygen therapy: An observational study at a single teaching hospital
ConclusionCurrent practice for oxygen therapy prescription and administration was suboptimal. Nation-wide investigations and remediations of oxygen therapy practice is needed to improve patient care. (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - July 19, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research

Delaying surgery for inguinal hernia in neonates: Is it worthwhile?
Publication date: Available online 17 July 2019Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical SciencesAuthor(s): Osama A. Bawazir (Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences)
Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences - July 18, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research