purpose: This study aims to use it as basic data necessary for dental hygiene management by investigating and analyzing the correlation between knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors toward the elderly for some dental hygiene students who will be the subject of dental medical services. Methods: This study conducted a survey of dental hygiene students in Busan and Gyeongnam from June 1 to June 30, 2023. Using the lBM SPSS Statistics 21 program, frequency analysis was used for the general and elderly-related characteristics of the study subjects, and mean and standard deviation were used for knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors toward the elderly. Knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors according to the general and elderly-related characteristics of the subjects were t-tested and one-way analysis of variance, and multiple comparisons were conducted by Duncan'. Pearson's correlation analysis was conducted for the correlation between knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to the elderly. Results: The correlation between knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to the elderly was negatively correlated with behavior (r=-0.192, p<0.01), knowledge and attitude were positively correlated (r=-0.036, p<0.01), and attitude was positive correlated with behavior (r=0.558, p<0.01). Conclusion: From the above results, the comprehensive problem related to the elderly due to aging requires the development of educational programs as an approach that links schools and communities.

Purpose. This study was conducted to suggest a way to improve the reliability of opticians by presenting external standards for opticians to prospective optician founders and HR managers, and thereby contribute to increasing sales of optician shops. Methods. The subjects of the study were a total of 375 people, including students in the Department of Optometry, students in other departments, opticians, and the general public. The survey was conducted from May 3 to May 17, 2023. After explaining the purpose of the study and obtaining consent, the survey was conducted using the Naver Form questionnaire. The survey investigated whether opticians' attire and external factors affect service, quality, and purchase. Results. Analysis results by gender showed that the optician's attire or external factors did not affect professionalism, reliability, friendliness, or accessibility. Analysis results by age and occupation showed that the optician's attire or external factors affected professionalism, reliability, friendliness, and accessibility. Conclusions. When purchasing glasses, various factors such as interior design and cleanliness can have an impact, and the external appearance and attire of the optician can have a positive impact on the purchase.

Objectives: This study was conducted to understand the relationship between self-efficacy and positive psychological capital that affects career preparation behavior for freshmen and students enrolled in the dental hygiene department in Daegu Metropolitan City. Methods: A self-administered questionnaire survey was conducted among dental hygiene students in the Daegu areas of Korea, and finally, questionnaires submitted by 327 subjects were analyzed. Results: As a result of the major variables, it was found that there was a significant correlation in all factors of major satisfaction, self-efficacy, positive psychological capital, and career preparation behavior. It was found that the mediating effect of positive psychological capital in the process of self-efficacy affecting career preparation behavior was statistically significant( β=-.61, p<.001). Conclusions: Based on the results of this study, intervention programs should be developed and applied to enhance positive psychological capital among college students majoring in dental hygiene.

Purpose. With modern science and technology and sufficient economic growth, people want to lead a high quality of life through various exercises. This study aimed to study and analyze the correlation between physical changes that can occur through exercise and visual function to maintain better health and improve the quality of physical activity. Methods. The subjects were 10 men and women(average age 24.2 years) who had no ocular or systemic diseases and were not taking any medications that affect heart rate. The examination was conducted using an autorefractometer(ARK-1a, Nidex, Korea) and an intraocular pressure(IOP). Before the start of the experiment, heart rate and pulse were measured, and then the examination was conducted using an ARK and IOP meter. After maintaining a cycling speed of 25 to 30 and a pedal weight of 3 for 10 minutes, the measurements were taken, and after a 5 minute rest, heart rate and pulse, ARK, and IOP were measured again. Result. As heart rate increased, intraocular pressure decreased by 1.23 mmHg in the right eye and 0.56 mmHg in the left eye, respectively. As the heart rate increased, the refractive power was found to decrease by 1.04 D in the left eye, and the accommodative power decreased by 0.34 D in the right eye and 1.05 D in the left eye, respectively, and then increased again as the heart rate decreased. Conclusion. As heart rate increased, intraocular pressure decreased, and accommodation and corrected refraction also decreased. Accordingly, it was found that heart rate changes affected vision, and it can be said that interest and research on changes in vision and visual function due to heart rate changes are needed.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the analysis between corneal power, corneal astigmatism, and central corneal thickness of 20 to 25 year old using the Pentacam. Methods: The subjects of this study were 41 Korean adults with healthy eyes. The central corneal thickness, corneal power, and corneal astigmatism was measured with Pentacam tool. Data was analyzed by means of the Pearson's correlation cofficient. P-values<0.05 were considered statistically significant. Results: Mean age of subjects was 20.902±1.366 years. The mean +/- central power of the flat and steep was 40.052±1.761 diopter and 43.763± 1.924 diopter power, respectively. The average corneal power was 42.907±1.768 diopter. The mean corneal astigmatism was 1.653± 1.048 diopter. The mean central corneal thickness was 552.634± 32.494 um. The correlation between corneal flat power, corneal steep power, and average corneal power was statistically significant. (p<0.001, Pearson's correlation). .Also there was a statistically significant correlation between central cornea thickness and flat corneal power (p<0.001, Pearson's correlation). Also there was a statistically significant correlation between steep corneal power and corneal astigmatism (p<0.030, Pearson's correlation). However there was no statistically significant difference between central cornea thickness and corneal astigmatism(p=0.200, Pearson's correlation). Conclusion: The results of this research study could be used as a clinical reference data for clinical diagnosis and treatment on cornea of 20 to 25 years old in Korean population

Purpose. This study was conducted in healthy adults to perform PNF sprinter and skater pattern exercises on core muscles using Newton Box and Thera Band to compare the effect of exercise and to find out its effect on muscle strength and balance. Methods. For university students, 10 people in their 20s who did not exercise for more than a week within three months were selected and divided into two groups, NewtonBox and TheraBand, by random distribution. The exercise program was conducted 3 times a week for 4 weeks using NewtonBox and TheraBand for each group, a total of 12 times. Upper and lower rectus abdominis muscle, external oblique abdominal muscle, and erector spinae muscle strength and body composition analysis, dynamic and static balance were measured. Wilcoxon and Mann-Whitney test were performed to find out the changes within and between groups(p<0.05). Results. sprinters and skater pattern exercises using NewtonBox and TheraBand in healthy adults, there was a significant difference in muscle strength and balance, and it was higher in the group using NewtonBox. Conclusions. Through this study, it is thought that PNF sprinter and skater pattern exercise using NewtonBox can have a positive effect on improving core muscle strength and balance, which will help in interventions to strengthen core muscles and balance capabilities.

Purpose: The purposes of this study are to investigate the the effect of clinical practice satisfaction on professional self-concept among dental hygiene students. Methods: The investigator analyzed data collected from 200 students in the Dental Hygiene Department at J University in Gyeongnam Province with SPSS 18.0. Results: There was a significant difference in satisfaction with clinical practice based on satisfaction with department selection (p<.001). Professional self-concept was significantly related to grade level (p<.01), part-time work experience (p<.01), and the reason for choosing the department (p<.01), as well as satisfaction with department selection (p<.001). Regarding professional satisfaction, significant differences were observed based on grade level (p<.01), the reason for choosing the department (p<.001), academic performance (p<.05), and satisfaction with department selection (p<.001). The variables affecting professional self-concept were overall satisfaction with clinical practice (p<.01), satisfaction with the sub-concept of clinical practice content (p<.05), and clinical practice evaluation (p<.01). Conclusions: There was a positive correlation in all areas of satisfaction with clinical practice and professional self-concept, and satisfaction with clinical practice. Therefore, in order to increase dental hygiene students' Satisfaction with clinical practice and self-concept have been found to be closely related. To increase satisfaction with clinical practice, it is essential to develop a clinical practice program and conduct classes tailored to students. This should include sufficient pre-practice preparation and review, as well as mentoring with practice leaders.

Purpose. The aim of this study was to relationship between menopause symptoms, life stress, and life satisfaction of middle-aged women. Methods. The subjects were 226 middle-aged women. Data were collected from 1st to August 30th, 2023 by using a structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed by applying frequency analysis, analysis of variance, t-test, and correlation analysis, using SPSS 23.0. Results. the quality of life of middle-aged women showed significant differences in spouse(t=3.02, p=.003), education leve(F=3.01, p=.031), economic level(F=4.481, p=.013), and leisure activities(F=3,20 p=.024). The life satisfaction were significantly being correlated with the menopause symptoms(r=-.340, p<.001), life stress(r=-.188, p=.005), Conclusions. Our results indicate that middle-aged women experiencing menopause symptoms, and life stress have a lower life satisfaction. Hence, it is necessary to develop a health promotion program for middle-aged women.