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  1. Article ; Online: The effect of a course of selected corrective exercises on posture, scapula-humeral rhythm and performance of adolescent volleyball players with upper cross syndrome.

    Firouzjah, Morteza Homayounnia / Firouzjah, Ebrahim Mohammad Ali Nasab / Ebrahimi, Zahra

    BMC musculoskeletal disorders

    2023  Volume 24, Issue 1, Page(s) 489

    Abstract: Background: This study aims to investigate the effect of a course of selected corrective exercises on posture, scapula-humeral rhythm and performance of adolescent volleyball players.: Methods: 30 adolescent volleyball players with upper cross ... ...

    Abstract Background: This study aims to investigate the effect of a course of selected corrective exercises on posture, scapula-humeral rhythm and performance of adolescent volleyball players.
    Methods: 30 adolescent volleyball players with upper cross syndrome were purposefully selected and assigned into 2 control and training groups. The degree of back curvature was evaluated using a flexible ruler, forward head and forward shoulder size by photographic method, scapula-humeral rhythm by Lateral Scapular Slide Test (LSST), and performance by closed kinetic chain test. The training group performed the exercises for 10 weeks. After the exercises, the post-test was administered. To analyze the data, analysis of co-variance tests and paired t-test at the level of 0.05 were employed.
    Results: The research results showed that corrective exercises have a significant effect on abnormalities of forward head, forward shoulder, kyphosis, scapula-humeral rhythm and performance.
    Conclusions: Corrective exercises can be effective in reducing shoulder girdle and spine abnormalities and improving scapula- humeral rhythm and performance of volleyball players.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Humans ; Volleyball ; Humerus ; Scapula ; Posture ; Dioctyl Sulfosuccinic Acid ; Phenolphthalein
    Chemical Substances Dioctyl Sulfosuccinic Acid (10041-19-7) ; Phenolphthalein (6QK969R2IF)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-14
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2041355-5
    ISSN 1471-2474 ; 1471-2474
    ISSN (online) 1471-2474
    ISSN 1471-2474
    DOI 10.1186/s12891-023-06592-7
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  2. Article: Occupational Challenges of Intensive Care Nurses During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study.

    Yousefi, Mahdi / Ebrahimi, Zahra / Bakhshi, Mahmoud / Fazaeli, Somayeh

    Journal of caring sciences

    2023  Volume 12, Issue 2, Page(s) 110–115

    Abstract: Introduction: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been spreading rapidly as a pandemic and posed numerous challenges to healthcare workers (HCWs), especially nurses. This study aimed to investigate the occupational challenges experienced by ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been spreading rapidly as a pandemic and posed numerous challenges to healthcare workers (HCWs), especially nurses. This study aimed to investigate the occupational challenges experienced by intensive care unit (ICU) nurses in caring for patients with COVID-19.
    Methods: This qualitative study was conducted using a conventional content analysis method in September and October 2020. The study environment was the ICU wards dedicated to the patients of COVID-19 in a large hospital in east of Iran. The participants were selected by purposeful sampling method, and data were collected using semi-structured interviews with 17 nurses working in the COVID-19 ICUs. Data analysis was done with MAXQDA 2020.
    Results: The data analysis led to the extraction of 6 main categories and 17 sub-categories. The main challenges included "payment system", "human resource management", "consumable resource supply", "psychological and ethical distress", "personal or family problems", and "staff motivation and welfare issues".
    Conclusion: Considering the key and important role of nurses in the healthcare system, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is necessary to increase their motivation by applying a fair and non-discriminatory payment system and paying special attention to psychological issues. Also, managerial support and provision of required facilities and manpower have a significant impact on reducing their occupational challenges in caring for patients with COVID-19.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-12
    Publishing country Iran
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2667363-0
    ISSN 2251-9920
    ISSN 2251-9920
    DOI 10.34172/jcs.2023.30626
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  3. Article ; Online: Comparable effects of circuit and traditional resistance exercise on platelet α2bβ3 receptor and platelet activation and function.

    Ebrahimi, Zahra / Farsinejad, Alireza / Mohammadi, Mohammad Hossein / Ahmadizad, Sajad

    Clinical hemorheology and microcirculation

    2023  Volume 83, Issue 3, Page(s) 293–303

    Abstract: Background: Resistance exercise induces thrombocytosis and increases platelet activation and function. These changes might be related to exercise variables including exercise intensity and type.: Objective: We compared the effects of traditional ... ...

    Abstract Background: Resistance exercise induces thrombocytosis and increases platelet activation and function. These changes might be related to exercise variables including exercise intensity and type.
    Objective: We compared the effects of traditional resistance exercise (TRE) and circuit resistance exercise (CRE) on cellular markers of platelet activation and function.
    Methods: In this crossover study ten healthy male (mean±SD: age, 25.6±2.4 years) subjects performed TRE encompassed 3 sets of 10 repetitions at 100% of 10-RM (10 repetition maximum) for 6 exercises, and CRE protocols included 3 sets of 10 repetitions at 100% of 10-RM for all 6 exercises consecutively, in two separate weeks. To measure platelet indices, PAC1, CD41a, CD42b and CD62P three blood samples were taken before, immediately after exercise, and after 30 min recovery.
    Results: Lactate concentration, blood pressure, platelet count (PLT), and mean platelet volume (MPV) were significantly (p < 0.05) increased following both resistance exercise trials. Significant increases in PAC1, and CD62P; and significant reductions for CD42b and CD41a were detected following both REs (p < 0.05). However, changes in PAC1 and CD62P were significantly different between the two protocols (p < 0.05), with higher increases detected following CRE.
    Conclusions: Acute RE increases platelet indices and platelet activation; and that CRE results in higher platelet activation than TRE, probably due to exercise-induced increases in shear stress.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Male ; Young Adult ; Adult ; Resistance Training ; Cross-Over Studies ; Platelet Activation/physiology ; Blood Platelets/physiology ; Lactic Acid
    Chemical Substances Lactic Acid (33X04XA5AT)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-17
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1381750-4
    ISSN 1875-8622 ; 1386-0291
    ISSN (online) 1875-8622
    ISSN 1386-0291
    DOI 10.3233/CH-221603
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  4. Article ; Online: Change Management in Hospitals: A Framework Analysis.

    Yousefi, Mahdi / Mashhadi, Leila / Akbarisari, Ali / Ebrahimi, Zahra

    Studies in health technology and informatics

    2022  Volume 299, Page(s) 262–268

    Abstract: Background: Hospitals are complex organizations that frequently need changes especially in service delivery processes, organizing, human resource management, monitoring and evaluation and technologies. Maintaining and improving productivity is a key ... ...

    Abstract Background: Hospitals are complex organizations that frequently need changes especially in service delivery processes, organizing, human resource management, monitoring and evaluation and technologies. Maintaining and improving productivity is a key requirement in hospital change management. Therefore, we need to develop and expand an appropriate model for management of changes in hospitals; which is the main purpose of this study.
    Method: A qualitative approach was used to conduct semi-structured interviews in 2019-2020 with 12 expert managers at Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran. A pre-structured framework was applied for the data analysis.
    Results: Four main themes and nine sub-themes were identified as the main phases or stages of the framework that can be used to manage changes that aim to improve efficiency in hospitals. The main themes were problem identification and initial support; studying, designing and planning; participation in implementation; considering executive requirements; and implementation, assessment, feedback and stabilization.
    Conclusion: Management of changes that aim to improve hospital efficiency requires a practical model that was specifically developed by this study. This model should consider all the key elements that were identified; and should consider the expectations of the key stakeholders and their contribution in implementing the change.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Change Management ; Qualitative Research ; Hospitals ; Hospital Administration ; Iran
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-01-01
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1879-8365
    ISSN (online) 1879-8365
    DOI 10.3233/SHTI220995
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  5. Article ; Online: Management of Cancer Patients in the COVID-19 Crisis Using Telemedicine: A Systematic Review.

    Salehi, Fatemeh / Mashhadi, Leila / Khazeni, Kamran / Ebrahimi, Zahra

    Studies in health technology and informatics

    2022  Volume 299, Page(s) 118–125

    Abstract: Background: Telemedicine can provide a solution for disease management during the COVID-19 pandemic. This literature review aims to explore the role of telemedicine during the COVID-19 pandemic for management of cancer patients.: Method: A ... ...

    Abstract Background: Telemedicine can provide a solution for disease management during the COVID-19 pandemic. This literature review aims to explore the role of telemedicine during the COVID-19 pandemic for management of cancer patients.
    Method: A comprehensive systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Science Direct, EMBASE, and Web of Science databases for the papers published until April 2021. Studies were included in case they had practically used telemedicine in the management of cancer patients during the COVID-19 crisis.
    Results: After screening 2614 titles and abstracts and reviewing 305 full-texts, 16 studies were found to be eligible. The results indicated that most of the patients contacted by telemedicine services mostly used to intract with patients breast cancer (n=4, 25%). The most common use of telemedicine was the provision of virtual visit services (n=10, 62.25%). Besides, communication was most frequently provided by live video conferences (n=11, 68.75%).
    Conclusion: Telemedicine can provide continued access to necessary health services in oncology care and serve as an important role in pandemic planning and response.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; Pandemics/prevention & control ; Telemedicine/methods ; Neoplasms/therapy ; Medical Oncology/methods
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-31
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Systematic Review ; Journal Article
    ISSN 1879-8365
    ISSN (online) 1879-8365
    DOI 10.3233/SHTI220969
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  6. Article ; Online: Enhanced osteogenic differentiation of stem cells by 3D printed PCL scaffolds coated with collagen and hydroxyapatite.

    Ebrahimi, Zahra / Irani, Shiva / Ardeshirylajimi, Abdolreza / Seyedjafari, Ehsan

    Scientific reports

    2022  Volume 12, Issue 1, Page(s) 12359

    Abstract: Bone tissue engineering uses various methods and materials to find suitable scaffolds that regenerate lost bone due to disease or injury. Poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) can be used in 3D printing for producing biodegradable scaffolds by fused deposition ... ...

    Abstract Bone tissue engineering uses various methods and materials to find suitable scaffolds that regenerate lost bone due to disease or injury. Poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) can be used in 3D printing for producing biodegradable scaffolds by fused deposition modeling (FDM). However, the hydrophobic surfaces of PCL and its non-osteogenic nature reduces adhesion and cell bioactivity at the time of implantation. This work aims to enhance bone formation, osteogenic differentiation, and in vitro biocompatibility via PCL scaffolds modification with Hydroxyapatite (HA) and Collagen type I (COL). This study evaluated the osteosupportive capacity, biological behavior, and physicochemical properties of 3D-printed PCL, PCL/HA, PCL/COL, and PCL/HA/COL scaffolds. Biocompatibility and cells proliferation were investigated by seeding human adipose tissue-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hADSCs) onto the scaffolds, which were analyzed by 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyl tetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay, and 6-diamidino-2-phenylindole (DAPI) staining. In addition, the bone differentiation potential of the hADSCs was assessed using calcium deposition, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity, and bone-related protein and genes. Although all constructed scaffolds support hADSCs proliferation and differentiation, the results showed that scaffold coating with HA and COL can boost these capacities in a synergistic manner. According to the findings, the tricomponent 3D-printed scaffold can be considered as a promising choice for bone tissue regeneration and rebuilding.
    MeSH term(s) Collagen/chemistry ; Durapatite/chemistry ; Durapatite/pharmacology ; Humans ; Osteogenesis ; Polyesters/chemistry ; Printing, Three-Dimensional ; Stem Cells ; Tissue Scaffolds/chemistry
    Chemical Substances Polyesters ; Collagen (9007-34-5) ; Durapatite (91D9GV0Z28)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-20
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2615211-3
    ISSN 2045-2322 ; 2045-2322
    ISSN (online) 2045-2322
    ISSN 2045-2322
    DOI 10.1038/s41598-022-15602-y
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  7. Article: The Experiences of Nurses of Infectious and Non- Infectious Wards of Caring COVID-19 Patients in a Big Hospital in Iran: A Qualitative Study.

    Yousefi, Mehdi / Ebrahimi, Zahra / Fazaeli, Somayeh

    Iranian journal of nursing and midwifery research

    2022  Volume 27, Issue 1, Page(s) 35–40

    Abstract: Background: Nurses play a very important role in caring for patients with coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19). They are on the frontline fighting COVID-19. The objective was to explore the experiences of nurses in the surgical and infectious wards about ... ...

    Abstract Background: Nurses play a very important role in caring for patients with coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19). They are on the frontline fighting COVID-19. The objective was to explore the experiences of nurses in the surgical and infectious wards about caring for patients with COVID-19 in a large and tertiary care hospital in Iran.
    Materials and methods: This was a qualitative study. Semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted with 18 nurses in the Imam Reza Hospital Complex from April to May 2020, Mashhad, Iran. Data analysis was performed using the method proposed by Lundman and Granheim. The Maxqda10 software was used.
    Results: The experiences were summarized into three categories: (1) experiencing new feelings and relationships with colleagues and patients, (2) viewpoints about managers' performance, and (3) concern about getting infected with COVID-19. Findings reflected similar experiences on personal protective equipment between nurses in the surgical and infectious wards. Experiencing new feelings and relationships with colleagues and patients and concern about getting infected and spreading the COVID-19 were mostly expressed by infectious nurses and surgical nurses, respectively.
    Conclusions: This research results provide evidence of the experiences of infectious and non-infectious disease nurses who are currently caring for COVID-19 patients. Due to some differences between the experiences of these two groups in COVID-19, it is suggested to pay more attention to the needs and required skills in the staff mix during a crisis.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-01-25
    Publishing country India
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2609892-1
    ISSN 2228-5504 ; 1735-9066
    ISSN (online) 2228-5504
    ISSN 1735-9066
    DOI 10.4103/ijnmr.IJNMR_459_20
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  8. Article ; Online: Continuous multidimensional assessment system of medical residents in teaching hospitals.

    Yousefi, Mehdi / Ebrahimi, Zahra / Fazaeli, Somayeh / Mashhadi, Leila

    Health science reports

    2022  Volume 5, Issue 3, Page(s) e573

    Abstract: Background and aims: Evaluation of learners is considered as one of the most important principles in education, especially in the clinical fields. Continuous assessment can be used to provide appropriate feedback to students about their strengths and ... ...

    Abstract Background and aims: Evaluation of learners is considered as one of the most important principles in education, especially in the clinical fields. Continuous assessment can be used to provide appropriate feedback to students about their strengths and weaknesses. In this regard, this study is aimed to design a system of continuous assessment of medical residents (SCMARs).
    Methods: This study was performed using a combination of qualitative methods, including focus group discussion, expert panel, and Delphi technique. The study population consisted of all the stakeholders involved in the evaluation process of medical residents in Imam Reza Hospital Complex (IRHC) in Iran. This study was conducted in three phases, including identification of subthemes and indicators, production of a primary framework for the SCMAR, and agreement on the subthemes of the SCMAR. The nominal group technique was used for generating priority information. Data analysis was performed during the agreement review stage with the Excel software version 2016.
    Results: The finalized SCMAR consisted of 10 main themes and 38 subthemes. The themes included objectives, evaluators, areas, and indicators of evaluation, evaluation periods, evaluation requirements, data collection, data sources, point assignment and data analysis methods, reporting, and feedback dissemination methods. Five areas of evaluation and 11 indicators of evaluation were proposed.
    Conclusion: A comprehensive assessment system that continuously evaluates the performance of Medical Residents can be used as a stimulus to improve the quality of educational processes. The present study was aimed to address this need by designing a framework for such a system.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-04-05
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2398-8835
    ISSN (online) 2398-8835
    DOI 10.1002/hsr2.573
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  9. Article ; Online: A convenient green protocol for oxidative esterification of arylaldehydes over Pd NPs decorated polyplex encapsulated Fe

    Veisi, Hojat / Ebrahimi, Zahra / Karmakar, Bikash / Tamoradi, Taiebeh / Ozturk, Turan

    International journal of biological macromolecules

    2022  Volume 200, Page(s) 132–138

    Abstract: A mild, competent and eco-friendly protocol has been developed for oxidative esterification of various aldehydes over a post-synthetically modified and Pd fabricated chitosan-starch dual functionalized ... ...

    Abstract A mild, competent and eco-friendly protocol has been developed for oxidative esterification of various aldehydes over a post-synthetically modified and Pd fabricated chitosan-starch dual functionalized Fe
    MeSH term(s) Microspheres
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-01-04
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 282732-3
    ISSN 1879-0003 ; 0141-8130
    ISSN (online) 1879-0003
    ISSN 0141-8130
    DOI 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.12.152
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  10. Article: Family-based interventions in youth to prevent HIV/AIDS: A systematic review.

    Eslami, Ahmad Ali / Ebrahimi, Zahra / Rahimi, Majid / Fathian-Dastjerdi, Zohre / Bagherikholenjani, Fahimeh

    Journal of education and health promotion

    2023  Volume 12, Page(s) 412

    Abstract: Parents are primary sex educators of their teenagers and also function as resources for advice and information about sexual decision-making and partner selection. So far, various family-based programs were carried out to prevent HIV infection in young ... ...

    Abstract Parents are primary sex educators of their teenagers and also function as resources for advice and information about sexual decision-making and partner selection. So far, various family-based programs were carried out to prevent HIV infection in young people; however, their findings are contradictory and inconclusive. Therefore, we carried out the current systematic review to critically review the available literature regarding the role of family-based interventions among young people to prevent HIV infection. The available online databases including ISI Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed were searched systematically up to November 2022. The risk of bias in the eligible studies was examined by two independent authors using the Cochrane Collaboration Risk of Bias tool. A total of 7 studies including 4952 participants were enrolled in the current study. They were conducted between 2006 and 2020. On the basis of the available literature, family-based HIV prevention interventions seem to be effective in terms of improving HIV/AIDS knowledge and also parent-youth communication. It seems that family-based interventions in youth to prevent HIV/AIDS are effective; however, further well-designed studies are needed to help the researchers reach a firm conclusion on this issue. The current systematic review may be used by investigators for future studies in terms of settings and the selection of educational approaches. Moreover, it strongly suggested that further studies investigating the role of family-based education in the prevention of HIV/AIDS utilize more sample size and also a more robust educational framework.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-27
    Publishing country India
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2715449-X
    ISSN 2319-6440 ; 2277-9531
    ISSN (online) 2319-6440
    ISSN 2277-9531
    DOI 10.4103/jehp.jehp_1419_22
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