FMDS Theses and Dissertations
Permanent URI for this collection
Theses and dissertations by graduate students from the Faculty of Management and Development Studies.
Browse
Recent Submissions
1 - 5 of 82
-
ItemKnowledge, Attitude and Compliance on Pressure Injury Prevention among Nurses in the Teaching-Training Public Hospital in Cebu City, Philippines( 2024)Introduction: Pressure injuries are a traditional nursing issue. This study determines the nurses’ knowledge, attitude and compliance on pressure injury prevention. Materials and Methods: A descriptive correlational quantitative design was used in the study. A total of 196 nurses were selected using stratified random sampling. The knowledge was measured using the Pieper pressure ulcer knowledge test, while the nurses’ attitude was measured by the staff attitude scale, and compliance on pressure injuries was assessed using the pressure injury prevention care bundle. Participants were nurses assigned to the medical–surgical units in the teaching-training public hospital in Cebu City, Philippines. The participants were asked using a paper-to-pen test. Results: In this study, among all indicators, 88.15% of the nurses were knowledgeable in terms of the use of devices, followed by other preventive measures with 87.46% and lastly, 85.86% of the nurses knew how to identify risk factors that causes PI. On the other hand, 67.86% of the nurses were least knowledgeable in determining stages I, II, III, IV and classification of pressure injuries, followed by mobility with 75.92% then skin care with 77.30%. Majority of the nurses had a favorable attitude with a mean score of m=4.03 (SD=0.13). In terms of compliance of nurses on PI prevention, across all indicators, nurses were highly compliant in risk assessment (m=3.51, SD=0.74), but least performed in moisture/incontinence management (m=3.11, SD=0.79). The following variables had a significant relationship with each other; knowledge vs compliance X2=1230.954a,p=0.00), attitude vs compliance (X2=1389.378a, p=0.00), knowledge vs length of service (rho=.162*, p=0.02), attitude vs length of service (rho= -.144*, p=0.04), length of service vs compliance (rho= -.145*, p=0.04), training on PI vs compliance (X2=22.534*p=0.03). Conclusion/Implications: As a result of their high level of knowledge, favorable attitude with high level of compliance, development of pressure injuries among patients in the medical-surgical units in the teaching-training public hospital in Cebu City, Philippines, may be prevented through proper application by the nurses of the preventive measures or interventions to prevent PI. The correlation between variable is deemed necessary for the nurses assigned to the units so that they can provide a quality skin care, thus, control the occurrence of pressure injuries.
-
ItemThe Intention for Seasonal Influenza Vaccine (SIV) Uptake and the Perceived Beliefs of Healthcare Providers in a Private Tertiary Hospital in Metro Manila( 2025)Healthcare providers' (HCPs) uptake of the seasonal influenza vaccine (SIV) vis-à-vis their perceived beliefs remain a fundamental international health concern. This study investigated the HCPs' intention to receive the SIV at a private tertiary hospital in Metro Manila and examined the perceived beliefs that influenced their decisions. The study based its theoretical framework on the Health Belief Model and used a cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study with total enumeration sampling. Chi-square and logistic regression analyses were performed to identify associations between the intent to vaccinate and perceived beliefs and the modifying factors. Results showed a significant proportion of HCPs’ expressed intention to receive the SIV. The perceived beliefs including perceived susceptibility, severity, benefits, barriers, and cues to action played a major role in shaping vaccination intention, whereas socio-demographic and role-related factors showed little and non-significant influence apart from the history of seasonal influenza vaccination. The findings revealed the need for interventions at both the targeted and broad-level health approaches to address vaccine hesitancy among HCPs. Educational activities, institution-led interventions, as well as suitably framed policy measures, were recommended to improve HCPs' vaccine uptake, ultimately contributing to better patient outcomes and a resilient healthcare workforce.
-
ItemJob Satisfaction and Job Performance among Nurses in a Tertiary Hospital in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia( 2024)Job satisfaction plays a significant role in any employee’s job performance. Increasing job satisfaction results in improved job performance. In healthcare settings, nurse job satisfaction played a crucial role in the delivery of quality healthcare, whereas their performance was critical to a patient’s perception of service quality. This study investigates the relationship between job satisfaction and job performance among nurses at Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital in Jeddah, using Herzberg's Two- Factor Theory of motivation as its framework. The study examines job satisfaction factors such as extrinsic rewards, scheduling, work-life balance, professional growth opportunities, interpersonal relationships, and recognition. It also assesses performance measures like leadership, critical care, cooperation, planning, interpersonal communication, and professional growth. A descriptive correlational design was employed, involving 384 staff nurses selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a validated three-part survey, and analyses were performed using descriptive statistics—mean and standard deviation—and inferential statistics, including Pearson’s Correlation Coefficient The findings demonstrated a significant positive relationship between job happiness and job performance, with higher satisfaction consistently resulting in better performance. Salary and years of work experience were important predictors of job satisfaction and performance. The findings revealed that nurses ranked satisfaction with extrinsic rewards, professional prospects, and work-life balance as the most relevant variables. Their leadership and teamwork demonstrated strong performance, while critical care and professional development were noted as areas for growth. These results show the
-
ItemEmotional Intelligence and Leadership Effectiveness Among Nurse Leaders in a Tertiary Hospital in Saudi Arabia( 2025)Emotional intelligence has become a useful way to understand why some nurse leaders are more effective than others, especially in multicultural tertiary hospitals. This study looked into the relationship between emotional intelligence and leadership effectiveness among nurse leaders in a Joint Commission International– and CBAHI-accredited tertiary hospital in Al Baha, Saudi Arabia, and explored whether selected demographic variables are linked to these two constructs. A quantitative descriptive–correlational design was used. All eligible nurse leaders at King Fahad Hospital Al Baha were invited through total enumeration, and 163 participated. They completed a self-administered questionnaire composed of a socio-demographic profile, an emotional intelligence scale based on Goleman’s framework, and Kouzes and Posner’s Leadership Practices Inventory. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Spearman’s rho, and Somers’ D. Both overall emotional intelligence (M = 4.49, SD = 0.55) and overall leadership effectiveness (M = 4.53, SD = 0.55) were rated in the very high range. The highest emotional intelligence scores were in empathy and social skills, while Encouraging the Heart and Modeling the Way emerged as the strongest leadership practices. A very strong positive correlation was found between overall emotional intelligence and leadership effectiveness (ρ = 0.87, p < 0.01), and all emotional intelligence dimensions showed significant positive associations with leadership effectiveness. In contrast, age, sex, position, educational attainment, years of experience, and nationality had weak or negligible relationships with both variables. These results suggest that in this competencies than on demographic characteristics, highlighting the importance of integrating emotional intelligence into leadership development and hospital policies.
-
ItemKnowledge, Attitude, and Practices on Human Milk Banking among Healthcare Professionals in a Maternal and Neonatal Area of a Tertiary Hospital in National Capital Region( 2025)Premature or sick babies fed with formula milk are at high risk of developing complications such as intestinal infections which can be prevented if they receive human breast milk (Mothers’ Milk Bank, 2020). Since human breastmilk provides the optimal nutrition for babies and reduces risk of intestinal infections, the human milk bank is an important medium in providing a reliable and consistent supply of human breastmilk to this vulnerable population. Healthcare professionals (HCPs) play a crucial role in the process of the milk bank such as human milk donation, human milk banking, and the use of donor milk. Mothers are more likely to participate if their HCPs are knowledgeable and encouraging. Since there are few studies in the perception of HCPs in human milk banking, the study was done to explore the knowledge and attitude of HCPs towards human milk banking. The findings provide a groundwork study in managing HCPs for planning and establishing a human milk bank. It was done in a Level III hospital that specializes in Maternal and Child Health with a human milk bank. The results show that HCPs are knowledgeable and have a positive attitude towards human milk banking. It also shows that there is no relationship between the knowledge and attitude, therefore, training should be done in improving both the areas. The significantly higher knowledge of physicians is a strength in their hospital. In practice, HCPs have more knowledge on the aspect of human milk banking in which they are more focused in practicing. Education and training of the HCPs with an encouraging attitude, and the awareness and education of the mothers and the community are important to establish the human milk bank and continue its operations. Insufficient resources and support are challenges identified as barriers in human milk banking.