January-March - Volume 11, Number 1 (2023)
EMPOWERING MATERNITY: A HOLISTIC EXAMINATION OF HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN
Aksoy Zehra, Efe KocabaÅŸ Hasan
Pregnancy is a transformative period characterized by various physiological, physical, and emotional changes that impact a woman's well-being. As these changes evolve over time, they exert significant effects on the physical, mental, and social aspects of a pregnant woman's life. For example, the increasing size of the uterus can restrict movement and lead to respiratory difficulties. Healthcare professionals, particularly gynecologists and obstetricians, should systematically assess these aspects at different stages of pregnancy using precise measurement tools and observation methods. Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) serves as a valuable indicator of an individual's mental and physical well-being, reflecting their overall health...
EXTENDED RECOVERY TRAJECTORIES: ANALYZING INFLUENTIAL FACTORS ON HOSPITAL LENGTH OF STAY IN DISCHARGED COVID-19 CASES
Costa Sousa Marcelo
In February 2020, the World Health Organization designated coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) as a global pandemic, caused by the highly contagious severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2). This disease presents with a spectrum of symptoms, ranging from mild flu-like manifestations to severe respiratory tract infections. The severity often necessitates ventilatory support, particularly in older individuals with underlying health conditions. Physiotherapists play a crucial role in the multi-professional care team, helping patients recover lung and motor function, which may be impaired due to the inflammatory response from viral infection. Prolonged hospital stays, especially in patients with severe COVID-19, have an impact...
RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS IN HEALTHCARE EVOLUTION: EXPLORING THE COMPREHENSIVE ROLE OF RELIGIOUS HOSPITALS
Anne Johnson Emily
In 2021, health expenditures in the United States soared to $4.3 trillion, constituting 18.3% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Within these expenditures, hospital inpatient services accounted for 19% of total healthcare costs, making it a significant component. This paper delves into the challenges faced by religious hospitals, which often serve as safety net providers and grapple with the complexities of delivering charity care. In response, these hospitals must enhance operational efficiency and foster coordinated care between inpatient and outpatient facilities. Moreover, the financial landscape for religious hospitals is further complicated as government funding, particularly from Medicare and Medicaid, becomes...
ORTHODONTIC STABILITY: EXPLORING TEMPORIZATION MATERIALS TO REINFORCE SHEAR BOND STRENGTH
Sarah Ahmed Al-Harbi
The increasing demand for orthodontic treatment among adults in the modern digital age has brought to light a unique set of challenges. Many adult patients require orthodontic intervention as part of their journey towards improved aesthetics and oral rehabilitation. Oftentimes, the final restoration is postponed until after orthodontic treatment, necessitating the bonding of brackets to provisional crowns for an extended period. This bonding process is notably more challenging when compared to bonding brackets to natural teeth. In this context, the provisional crowns on which brackets are affixed must exhibit superior physical and mechanical properties, with the ability to withstand occlusal...