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BackgroundSince the firefighting profession requires exposure to high levels of stress and traumatic events, the psychological resilience levels of individuals working in this field are an important factor that directly affects their quality of work life.ObjectiveThis research aims to examine the effects of firefighters' psychological resilience levels on their quality of work life.MethodThis study was conducted with a descriptive and correlational design. The sample of the research consisted of 229 firefighters working in the Gaziantep metropolitan municipality department. Research data was obtained through a personal information form, the Connor-Davidson Psychological Resilience Scale, and the Professional Quality of Life Scale.ResultsFirefighters' CD-RISC total score is 79.60 ± 15.50, Compassion Satisfaction (CS) total is 39.76 ± 9.09, Burnout levels are 11.73 ± 7.255, and Compassion Fatigue (CF) score average is 14.04 ± 10.29. There is a significant positive relationship between CD-RISC Total and CS (p < 0.001). A significant negative correlation exists between CD-RISC Total score and Burnout (p < 0.001). As a result, it was determined that the model was significant F (1227) = 34.885, P = 0.000, and explained 13% of the variance in the dependent variable (R² = 0.133).ConclusionAs a result of the research; the psychological endurance and compassion satisfaction of firefighters are high. Their compassion fatigue and burnout levels are low. As the psychological endurance of firefighters increases, compassion satisfaction also increases. As the psychological endurance of firefighters increases, their burnout levels decrease. As compassion satisfaction increases, compassion fatigue decreases. In addition, as compassion fatigue increases, their burnout increases.

BackgroundDuring COVID-19, healthcare professionals had to adapt their service delivery models to prevent virus transmissions using telehealth as a new service delivery model. Although many health professionals support telehealth, there is a void in the literature that focus on the use of telehealth in occupational therapy.ObjectiveThis study aims to explore the experiences of occupational therapists in the public and private sectors regarding the use of telehealth in OT practice in South Africa.MethodTen participants (occupational therapists who use telehealth as part of their interventions) participated in the study. The majority of the participants were 35 years of age, they were females and had 3.5 months of telehealth experience. The researchers made use of semi-structured interviews and used the process of thematic analysis to give rise to four themes.ResultsFour themes surfaced which represent the experiences and perspectives of the occupational therapists utilising telehealth including the barriers and facilitators: The themes that became evident throughout the thematic analysis comprised (1) Enablers to the use of telehealth; (2) Barriers to telehealth in occupational therapy practice; (3) The use of education and research in strengthening telehealth as a strategy; (4) Strategies to enhance the use of telehealth in occupational therapy practice.ConclusionThe participants addressed the misconception that occupational therapists should not utilise telehealth due to the type of therapy provided, by elaborating on the influence of therapist adaptability and creativity on the integration of telehealth into their practice. Although telehealth minimises geographical barriers and costs associated with travelling, most participants had difficulty conducting assessments and navigating online platforms effectively from a therapist and client perspective.

BackgroundThe burnout syndrome has been described mainly among the working population. However, it is observed that students experience burnout syndrome as well, and that physician burnout may already start during the studies od medicine. Findings also show increased problem of alcohol consumption among medical students.ObjectiveDetermine the risk of burnout in the sample of medical students, and to evaluate their alcohol consumption, as well as to determine whether there is any association between these two entities.MethodsParticipants were 290 students of Faculty of Medicine, from all six study years. Maslach Burnout Inventory - Student Survey (MBI-SS) was used to evaluate the degree of burnout. Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test (AUDIT) was used to evaluate alcohol consumption.ResultsIn the MBI-SS subcategory of Emotional Exhaustion, 81% reported high burnout risk. Results of low burnout risk in the subcategory of Cynicism, gradually decreased during the course of studies. The highest medium burnout risk was reported in the subcategory of Academic Efficacy, at 45.20%. The number of students belonging to the minimum risk level, Zone 1, on the AUDIT test, gradually decreased as the years of study increased. There is a slightly statistically significant, positive correlation between Emotional Exhaustion and alcohol use (p ≤ 0.05), as well as between Cynicism and alcohol use (p ≤ 0.05).ConclusionHigh burnout levels and their association with alcohol use in medical students imply a further investigation of these complex and harmful issues, and raise concern for the mental well-being of the future medical practitioners.

BackgroundOrganizations face increasing pressure to respond to environmental concerns, yet fostering pro-environmental behaviour among employees remains a persistent challenge. Leadership, particularly green inclusive leadership, is considered vital in promoting such behaviours, but the underlying mechanisms remain insufficiently explored.ObjectiveThis study investigates how green inclusive leadership influences employees' pro-environmental behaviour by examining the mediating roles of environmental passion and green self-efficacy. It also explores the moderating role of face consciousness in enhancing these relationships.MethodsData were collected through a structured survey from employees in environmentally conscious organizations in China, yielding 356 valid responses. Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Model (PLS-SEM) was conducted with SmartPLS to examine the direct, mediating and moderating relationships among the study variables.ResultsThe results show that green inclusive leadership significantly enhances both environmental passion and green self-efficacy, which, in turn, mediate its positive effect on pro-environmental behaviour. Moreover, face consciousness moderates these relationships by amplifying the influence of environmental passion and green self-efficacy on employee behaviour.ConclusionsThis study contributes theoretically by integrating leadership, psychological, and cultural perspectives through the lens of social exchange theory. Practically, it highlights the importance of promoting climate action by encouraging organizations to cultivate inclusive leadership, strengthen employees' psychological resources, and tailor green initiatives to align with cultural norms-such as face consciousness-particularly in collectivist societies.

BackgroundAlthough prior studies have thoroughly investigated the effects of safety training on construction workers' safety behaviors, the role of prior accident experience has received comparatively less attention within this domain.ObjectiveThis study seeks to evaluate the influence of construction safety training on workers' safety behaviors, exploring the mediating roles of safety knowledge and safety motivation, as well as the potential moderating effect of accident experience.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of 1026 workers from 53 construction sites spanning 12 provinces.ResultsFindings demonstrate that safety training enhances workers' safety knowledge, motivation, compliance, and participation. Notably, safety knowledge significantly predicts safety participation, whereas safety motivation predominantly influences safety compliance. Furthermore, safety knowledge and motivation serve as mediators in the relationship between safety training and safety compliance. Workers with prior accident experience exhibit lower levels of safety knowledge and motivation compared to those without such experiences, yet they demonstrate elevated levels of safety compliance and participation. However, accident experience does not significantly moderate the association between safety training and safety behavior.ConclusionsSafety training should be mandatory for all workers prior to site deployment. For individuals with prior accident experiences, customized training and support services are essential to address their specific needs.

BackgroundThe maritime industry, despite rigorous safety measures, remains a high-risk sector due to persistent human errors.ObjectiveThis study aims to assess mental workload, accuracy, and attention across various mental states and explore the relationships among key variables affecting cognitive performance through a Bayesian network (BN) analysis.MethodsData were collected from 51 officers at a maritime training center using demographic surveys and the NASA Task Load Index (NASA-TLX) mental workload index. Participants were then subjected to three different simulation scenarios, during which their physiological responses and brain waves were recorded.ResultsResults indicated that effort scored the highest and failure the lowest among the dimensions assessed. Notably, the average heart rate increased from 74.33 beats per minute at rest to 85.92 after the second scenario, signifying heightened physiological stress. Post-scenario analyses showed an increase in attention and alertness levels compared to the resting state, while meditation levels decreased. Physiological responses, including heart rate and blood pressure, were found to elevate after rest periods, correlating with decreased attention and increased mental workload, as evidenced by the BN findings.ConclusionsThese results underscore the intricate interplay between physiological responses and cognitive performance, highlighting the critical need for targeted strategies to mitigate human errors in maritime operations.

BackgroundHand dominance significantly influences motor skills, with the dominant hand excelling due to better neurological control. Limited knowledge of the non-dominant hand's role highlights the need for on its functional contributions.ObjectiveThis study aims to evaluate how effectively non-dominant hand performance can predict dominant hand performance in healthy individuals using the Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function Test (JTHFT), offering valuable implications for vocational assessment, rehabilitation planning, and return-to-work (RTW) decision-making.MethodsThis cross-sectional study included 307 healthy adults aged 18-65. Hand performance was evaluated using six JTHFT subtests, excluding sentence writing. Task completion times were recorded in seconds. Paired sample t-tests compared dominant and non-dominant hand performances, while multiple linear regression analyses assessed the predictive value of non-dominant hand performance.ResultsRegression analysis revealed that non-dominant hand performance was a significant predictor of dominant hand performance across all subtests (p < 0.001). Strong predictive relationships were identified in gross motor tasks, such as lifting large light objects (adjusted R² = 0.642) and heavy objects (adjusted R² = 0.674). Adjusted R² ranged from 0.268 (feeding) to 0.681 (lifting heavy objects). Non-dominant hand performance significantly predicted dominant hand performance across all subtests (β = 0.51-0.82; p < 0.001). Age, sex, and handedness showed task-specific effects, but non-dominant hand performance remained the strongest predictor.ConclusionsThe study highlights that non-dominant hand performance significantly predicts dominant hand performance across JTHFT tasks, particularly in gross motor activities requiring strength and coordination. These findings underscore the importance of evaluating non-dominant hand function in occupational assessments and return-to-work programs.

BackgroundHigh-quality healthcare relies on competent and prepared nursing professionals. Final-year nursing students play a key role in preventing medical errors, thus ensuring patient safety.ObjectiveThis study aimed to examine the professional competencies of final-year nursing students, medical error tendency, and the relationship between these variables.MethodsA descriptive-correlational design was used. Data were collected using the Personal Information Form, Medical Error Tendency Scale in Nursing, and Competency Inventory of Nursing Students. Higher competency scores indicate higher professional competence, while higher scores on the Medical Error Tendency Scale indicate a lower medical error tendency.ResultsStudents showed high professional competence (M = 6.22, SD = 0.63) and low medical error tendency (M = 4.52, SD = 0.39). The highest score on the Medical Error Tendency Scale sub-dimensions was in Medication and Transfusion Practices (M = 4.68, SD = 0.34), and the lowest in Patient Monitoring and Equipment Safety (M = 4.29, SD = 0.53). Students scored highest in ethics and accountability (M = 6.43, SD = 0.61) and lowest in clinical biomedical science (M = 5.83, SD = 0.93). A significant positive correlation was found between professional competence and medical error tendency (r = .713, p < .01). Since high scores indicate a lower medical error tendency, it was concluded that as nursing students' professional competence increases, their medical error tendency decreases. General clinical skills, critical thinking, and ethics significantly predicted medical error tendency.ConclusionsThe study highlights the importance of professional competence in reducing medical error tendencies among nursing students. Enhancing competencies, particularly in clinical skills, critical thinking, and ethics, through competency-based and simulation-supported education can contribute to improved patient safety outcomes.

BackgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic posed unprecedented challenges to healthcare systems globally, particularly in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), making it difficult to provide regular care to people with SCI.ObjectiveThis paper aims to present the perspectives of healthcare professionals from LMICs on the use of telehealth and/or telerehabilitation in SCI care during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting its scope, tools, barriers, facilitators and future implications.MethodsA qualitative approach was employed to gather insights from seven leading SCI healthcare professionals from Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and South Africa through structured interviews and an online questionnaire. Secondary data from government reports, and peer-reviewed articles were also analyzed to contextualize the findings. This study focuses on narrative reporting without formal data analysis.ResultsHealthcare professionals utilized telehealth and/or telerehabilitation services for follow-ups, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, nursing care and other rehabilitation services (home modifications, peer counseling, and yoga). Commonly tools included WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Skype, Zoom and other video conferencing softwares. Barriers included poor internet connectivity, lack of standardized teleassessments and tele protocols, reimbursement issues, legal and privacy concerns.ConclusionsTelehealth and/or Telerehabilitation services have demonstrated their critical role in SCI care during COVID-19 pandemic in LMICs, offering ways to connect and maintain continuity of care through commonly used social media tools. To integrate telehealth as a viable and long-term model for future health crises in SCI care, it is essential to develop supportive policies, improve infrastructure, provide professional training, and establish standardized assessment measures and guidelines.

BackgroundThe positive emotions brought about by high levels of job satisfaction are beneficial to the physical and mental health of workers. The Internet offers a variety of resources and is a valuable new tool for increasing job satisfaction.ObjectiveAnalyzing data of 29,315 respondents aged 16 years and older, this study aims to explore how Internet use affects workers' job satisfaction and heterogeneity in the digital age.MethodsUsing panel data during 2016-2020, we employ the Ologit model, Oprobit model, and other methods to examine the impact of Internet use on workers' job satisfaction, heterogeneity and the four channels through which this impact is transmitted.ResultsFirst, Internet use can increase workers' job satisfaction, and has significant positive effects on job income satisfaction, safety satisfaction, time satisfaction and environmental satisfaction. Second, the impact of Internet use on job satisfaction is mainly achieved through its impact on unblocking information channels, enhancing job ability, improving work efficiency and increasing income. Third, the effectiveness of Internet varies across industries and age groups. Internet use is positively correlated with job satisfaction of workers in secondary and tertiary industries, but negatively correlated with job satisfaction of workers in primary industries. Meanwhile, this positive impact is significant among young people aged 16-44, but when workers enter middle and old age, the Internet use has no significant impact on job satisfaction.ConclusionsThe results suggest that Internet use can increase workers' job satisfaction, and its effectiveness varies by age and industry. To improve workers' work enthusiasm and mental health, enterprises should take measures to encourage the use of the Internet.