Papers by Fazlollah Ghofranipour
The Effect of Health Education on Reduction of Intestinal Parasitic Infection Rate in Elementary Students, Ilam City
JOURNAL OF SHAHID SADOUGHI UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES AND HEALTH SERVICES, 2002
This research was carried out to study the effect of Health Education based on" PRECEDE"... more This research was carried out to study the effect of Health Education based on" PRECEDE" model on the rate of intestinal parasitic infections among elementary students in Ham city. By using a simple random sampling method, 100 pupils were selected as the case group and another 110 pupils were selected as control. According to the above model, both groups were involved in this study for a period of one year. All the samples were considered with regard to factors influencing intestinal parasite infection such as the predisposing, ...
Health Education and Health Promotion, Aug 1, 2016
Breast cancer prevention and control efforts serve as priorities in Iran, as breast cancer is the... more Breast cancer prevention and control efforts serve as priorities in Iran, as breast cancer is the common leading cause of death among women in this country. It seems the effective communication can play important role in increasing the breast cancer screening. On the
Cognitive and Psychosocial Factors of Physical Activities among Adolescents in Sanandaj by Frame Work of Pender’s Health Promotion and Stage of Change Models (2006)
Journal of Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, 2008
Introduction: Benefits of regular physical activity are well documented in all age groups; Nevert... more Introduction: Benefits of regular physical activity are well documented in all age groups; Nevertheless, a sedentary lifestyle among adolescents, adults and elderly people in prevalent in nearly all parts of the world. A decline step in activity levels occurs in adolescence. The present study is designed to test: 1) determining the distribution of adolescents on every single one of the stages of change model; 2) determining differences in recognitions, psychosocial factors related to physical activity and physical activity in terms of the stages of change model on practical behavior among adolescents. Materials and methods: In this cross-sectional study a cluster random sampling in 16 schools selected from 233 junior and senior high schools in Sanandaj, Iran resulted in a number of 1073 students (mean age= 14.37±1.6, 52% females, 48% males) who completed self-report questionnaires which were measured by selected benefited structures from Pender’s Health Promotion model consisting: p...
Paper: MOTHERS'PERCEPTIONS ON FAMILIAL CORRELATES OF OVERWEIGHT AND OBESITY RELATED BEHAVIORS IN ADOLESCENTS: A QUALITATIVE STUDY
Journal of Education and Health Promotion, 2012
Background: Effective safety education can prevent many occupational accidents. To educate the pu... more Background: Effective safety education can prevent many occupational accidents. To educate the public about safety effectively, determinants of safe behavior must be addressed. Personality constructs are among the most important determinants of safe behavior. One of the personality constructs that has been studied recently in relation to accidents is locus of control. The main aim of this study was designing, validating, and determining the reliability of safety locus of control scale. Materials and Methods: This study was a descriptive, cross-sectional study. The "forward-backward" procedure was applied to translate safety locus of control scale (Jones and Becker 1985) from English to Persian. To determine the scientific validity of the scale , face validity and content validity by expert judgments were used. Internal consistency was determined using Cronbach's α-coefficient. Questionnaires were distributed to a group of 400 workers from different parts of Isfahan Steel Company. Finally, 317 workers completed the questionnaires. Exploratory factor analysis was performed with software SPSS13, and confirmatory factor analysis was performed with software LISREL8.8. Results: The exploratory factor analysis results revealed that the three components of the items can be extracted from the scale including internal control (4 questions), environmental and equipment control (4 questions), and chance and fate (4 questions). Confirmatory factor analysis using maximum likelihood estimation results indicated that the data had good fit with three-component scale and fit indices were acceptable: c 2 ∕df=3.96, df=41, c 2 =120.59, RMSIA=0.080, 95% Confidence Interval=0.64-0.097, CFI=0.96, GFI=0.94, AGFI=0.89. The internal control components and equipment and environmental control were negatively correlated with each other (P≤0.05, r=-0.41). Also, a weak correlation between chance and fate and environmental and equipment control was seen (P≤0.05, r=0.31). In most studies, designing a scale and determining its validity and reliability is costly and time consuming. The available reliable and valid scale leads to reduced costs and accelerated research. In other words, duplication will be avoided. The scale obtained in this study can be used in safety and industrial psychology research.
Accident-Related Risk Behaviors Associated with Motivations for Motorcycle Use in Iran: A Country with Very High Traffic Deaths
Traffic Injury Prevention, 2009
Injuries caused by motor vehicle accidents in Middle East countries are among the highest in the ... more Injuries caused by motor vehicle accidents in Middle East countries are among the highest in the world. Several successful interventions preventing road traffic injuries in developed countries have been practiced; however, these interventions have not been tailored to the cultural, behavioral, and environmental milieu of low- and middle-income countries. Scientifically based efforts to understand risk factors for traffic injury in these countries are needed and they must be translated into prevention programs that are well designed and assessed. This qualitative study is designed to delineate motorcycle use among Iranian motorcyclists and identify motivational correlates for risk behaviors that may result in accidental injury and death. Focus groups and in-depth interviews were conducted among motorcyclists, motorcycle passengers, and police officers. Seven accident-related risk behaviors were identified: (1) performing stunts, (2) disobeying traffic rules, (3) driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, (4) riding without proper skills or qualifications, (5) illegally transporting passengers, (6) illegally transporting cargo, and (7) not wearing a helmet. These behaviors correspond with four main motivational themes for motorcycle-riding that emerged from our data: (1) convenient commuting, (2) occupational transportation, (3) recreation and sensation seeking, and (4) criminal activity. This study indicates that Iranian motorcyclists can be categorized into distinct groups according to motivation for motorcycle use. The results of this study indicate that motorcyclist risky behaviors are related to motivational factors. Furthermore, regardless of the motivational factors, disobedience of traffic rules was a common risk behavior among all four motivational groups. The relationship between motivation to ride and associated risk behaviors is important because it begins to build a general framework that will help researchers target specific groups that are most in need of interventions to reduce motorcycle accidents in Iran.
Relationship between the rate of giardiasis and knowledge and practice of prevention in primary school children in south of Tehran
Parasitology Research, 2008
In this study, 420 children (aged 9-12 years) were selected from two female primary schools in so... more In this study, 420 children (aged 9-12 years) were selected from two female primary schools in south Tehran and examined for parasite infection. The infection rate for Giardia was 18.1% (76 children) in both schools. The case group included 30 children that were selected from the school no. 1 with Giardia infection. The same number of children from the school no. 2 with Giardia infection was selected as the control group. After being treated by a pediatrician and cured of Giardia, all children in both groups were checked for parasitic infection. The case group and their mothers were separately covered by the health education programs for 3 months, whereas the control group was not covered. The,n both groups were checked three times for Giardia infection. The rate increased to 23.3% in the case group and 86.7% in the control group, showing a significant difference between two groups (p < 0.05).
Correlates of the Intention to Remain Sexually Inactive Among Underserved Hispanic and African American High School Students
Journal of School Health, 2006
The objective of this study was to apply the Information-Motivation-Behavior (IMB) theoretical fr... more The objective of this study was to apply the Information-Motivation-Behavior (IMB) theoretical framework to examine the correlates of the intention to remain sexually inactive among Hispanic and African American high school students. This study utilized a cross-sectional survey of high school students. The setting was the unified school districts in the County of Los Angeles, California. The participants comprised a geographically defined convenience sample of 502 Hispanic and African American high school students. This study found that only 50% of this sample reported that they plan to remain sexually abstinent until they graduate from high school. Another 21% rejected the notion of remaining abstinent, and 29% were uncertain about their intention to engage in sexual activities before they graduate from high school. Male and African American students were less likely than their female and Latino counterparts to report an intention to remain sexually inactive. Using multinomial logistic regression and controlling for demographic characteristics, this study documented that students with (1) a higher level of perceived peer pressure, (2) a lower level of behavioral and refusal skills for avoiding sexual activity, (3) a more positive attitude toward practicing safe sex, and (4) a lower level of perceived pregnancy repercussions were less likely to claim to remain sexually inactive. The data from this study support the IMB model, which suggests that intervention programs focusing on knowledge alone are inconsequential in altering the intentions of adolescents with respect to their decision to engage in sexual activity. Intervention programs should focus on encouraging youth to postpone sexual activity by reducing peer pressure and building self-efficacy through enhancing motivations and culturally appropriate behavioral skills.
The Effect of Intervention on the Implementation of anIncident Reporting System in Isfahan Steel Company more
Background: Occupational injuries are a public health problem, estimated to kill more than 300,00... more Background: Occupational injuries are a public health problem, estimated to kill more than 300,000 workersworldwide every year and to cause many more cases of disability. The aim of this study was to determine theeffect of a training... more Background: Occupational injuries are a public health problem, estimated to kill more than 300,000 workersworldwide every year and to cause many more cases of disability. The aim of this study was to determine theeffect of a training intervention on the implementation of an incident ...
عوامل تأثيرگذار بر انجام فعاليت بدني منظم بر اساس الگوي ارتقاء سلامت در زنان ديابتي مراجعه کننده به انجمن ديابت کرج more
چکيده زمينه: يکي از استراتژي هاي غير دارويي مؤثر بر ديابت، فعاليت بدني است که تغيير و حفظ آن به ع... more چکيده زمينه: يکي از استراتژي هاي غير دارويي مؤثر بر ديابت، فعاليت بدني است که تغيير و حفظ آن به علت پيچيدگي اين رفتار ساده نيست. هدف از اين مطالعه شناسايي عوامل مؤثر بر رفتار فعاليت بدني بر اساس الگوي ارتقاء سلامت مي باشد. مواد و روشها: در اين مطالعه 350 زن مبتلا به ديابت اقدام به تکميل پرسشنامه هاي استاندارد مربوط به سازه هاي خودکارآمدي درک شده (قضاوت فرد درباره تواناييش براي انجام فعاليت بدني منظم در شرايط مختلف)، فوايد و موانع درک شده، حمايت دوستان و خانواده و وضعيت سلامت درک شده نمودند. در تحليل داده ها از آزمون هاي تي، کاي اسکوئر، رگرسيون خطي و رگرسيون ...
The application of Health Belife Model on prevention Brucellosis in the Shahrekord
Persian. Thesis presented for the Assistant professor in Health Education. Tarbiat Modares University, 1998
The Effect of Health Education Program, Presented by Teachers on the Prevention of Oxyuriasis in Primary School of Ardekan
DANESHVAR MEDICINE, 2000
A quasi experimental (case control) study was organized, to find out the effect of health educati... more A quasi experimental (case control) study was organized, to find out the effect of health education program, presented by teachers, on the prevention of oxyuriasis in girl primary schools in Ardekan in 1998. The data was gathered in two periods, by a questionnaire, a check-list and the Graham test. A remarkable effect on students health behavior (P< 0.05) was found after 1 and 2 months of health education program. The health education program was also effective, and established the health behaviors in students. The result of Graham ...
The Effect of Nurses Education with Method Group Discussion on the Quality of Nursing Care in Patients with Myocardial Infarction
JOURNAL OF ARMY UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES OF THE I.R. IRAN (JAUMS), 2004
Background: The aim of the research which is a Quasi-experimental study is determining the effect... more Background: The aim of the research which is a Quasi-experimental study is determining the effect of nurses education with method group discussion on the quality of nursing care in patients with Myocardial infarction. Materials and methods: All nurses and 45 patients selected based on convenince sampling in CCU ward of elected teaching hospital in Tehran city. The instrument for gathering data was observational checklist for nurses operation, checklist nursing documentation and satisfaction patient's questionnaire. After data ...
A Survey on the Effects of Interpersonal Communication Skills Education of Family Health Workers on the Satisfaction Level of Their Clients in Mashhad City Health Centers
MODARES JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, 2005
Purpose: Effective interpersonal communication between health care providers and clients is one o... more Purpose: Effective interpersonal communication between health care providers and clients is one of the important elements in improving client satisfaction, compliance and health outcomes. Thus, the aim of this quasi-experimental study was to determine the effect of interpersonal communication skills training of family health workers on the satisfaction level of their clients.
The Effect of the Parents'Involvement Program on Nineth Grade Male Adolescent Smoking
DANESHVAR MEDICINE, Jun 1, 2006
Results: The results showed no significant difference in the smoking habit of two control and exp... more Results: The results showed no significant difference in the smoking habit of two control and experimental groups before treatment. However, after the intervention, there was a significant difference between the two groups (p< 0.05). Moreover, the parents' involvement was measured in 3 stages before the involvement, 2 weeks after the involvement and one month later through repeated measure ANOVA which showed significant difference in this regard (p< 0.0001). Conclusion: Based on the findings, it can be concluded that the ...
Conceptual Explanation of Male Adolescents Lifestyle; a Qualitative Research
nursing research, 2007
Methods: In this study, 32 male adolescents aged from 11 to 18 were selected based on purposeful ... more Methods: In this study, 32 male adolescents aged from 11 to 18 were selected based on purposeful sampling method and with maximum variety. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis method. After data immersion, the interview texts were transcribed verbatim and nearly 800 initial codes were extracted.
The Effect of Self-Care Planning on the Daily Activities of Patients with Cerebro-Vascular Accident (Hospitalized at the Selected Urumia Hospital)
DANESHVAR MEDICINE, Mar 1, 2007
Materials and Methods: This is a quasi-experimental case-control study in which case group underw... more Materials and Methods: This is a quasi-experimental case-control study in which case group underwent the intervention. Data were gathered through questionnaires and check list. Sixty CVA patients were selected through non-random sampling. Then, they were assigned to two groups: 30 for the case and 30 for the control groups. Results: The results showed no statistical significant difference in the ADL mean scores of the two groups in the pre-test (P= 0.5). While there was a significant difference in their ADL mean scores after the ...
Survey Study of Childbirth Self Efficacy Among Pregnant Women
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL COUNCIL OF I.R.I., 2008
Aim: To determine childbirth self efficacy among the pregnant women referred to a prenatal care c... more Aim: To determine childbirth self efficacy among the pregnant women referred to a prenatal care clinic. Background: Self-efficacy–certainly of concern during labor–involves an individual's evaluation of her/his capabilities to cope with stressful situations and perform required behaviors. Before any event, self efficacy predicts how much one attempts for coping with labor and how long continues his/her effort. Researchers have indicated that women with low self efficacy assume normal delivery as an inaccessible event, and ...
FEYZ, 2009
Background: Mental health refers to the feeling of well-being, self-confidence, self-trust and co... more Background: Mental health refers to the feeling of well-being, self-confidence, self-trust and competition capacity or having the ability to cope with adversity, intergeneration attachment and fulfilling the emotional and potential abilities. Mental health is something beyond the absence of mental disorders. The present study describes a planned program to promote mental health status among university students using self-esteem and health control beliefs from 2004 to 2007. Materials and Methods: The quasi experimental study was carried out ...
علل رفتارهای پرخطر در موتورسواران: یک مطالعه کیفی
پایش, Jun 22, 2010
Payesh (Health Monitor). Comprehensive Research Information Management System. http://payeshjourn... more Payesh (Health Monitor). Comprehensive Research Information Management System. http://payeshjournal.jo.research.ac.ir. ...
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