• 대한통합의학회지
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• 제9권4호
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• pp.1-9
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• 2021

Purpose : The purpose of this study was to investigate functional disability for the elderly in rural Korea and to identify influencing factors of functional disability. Methods : The data were collected for 76 community-dwelling elderly in rural area and above 65 years. We assessed cognitive function, functional disability, depression using LACLS, WHODAS 2.0, SGDS-K. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics for general characteristics of subjects, Spearman's correlation among LACLS, SGDS-K, WHODAS 2.0, age, educational levels. And multiple regression was used to find influencing factors of functional disability. Results : As a result of this study, we identified that WHODAS 2.0 total score was 50.59, summary score was 9.94 and functional disability of the elderly in rural area is in the 70^th percentile. The highest level of disability occurred in areas related to 'life activities (household)', 'participation in society' and the lowest level of disability occured in areas of 'self-care', 'getting along with people'. Functional disability was significantly correlated with age (r=.398), cognitive function (r=-.547), depression (r=-.563) but not educational levels (r=-.215). Finally, we confirmed that depression (𝛽=.371), cognitive function (𝛽=-.263), widowed status (𝛽=.303), age (𝛽=.272), non-participation of community program (𝛽=.165) was significantly influencing factors of functional disability and the explanatory power of these factors was 52.80 %. Conclusion : This study revealed important factors of functional disability. Therefore, we need to consider these factors when we developed program related to health for the elderly (aged > 65 years) in rural Korea. Further, we need to standardize WHODAS 2.0 in order to enhance its applicability in clinical practices.

• Journal of Acupuncture Research
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• 제38권2호
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• pp.146-158
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• 2021

Background: This study was designed to statistically analyze the year, gender, age, insurance type, and condition/disease of patients who were admitted to the Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Medicine at DaeJeon Korean Medicine Hospital over a 5-year period (2015-2020). Methods: Patients who visited the Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Medicine at DaeJeon Korean Medicine Hospital were classified according to year, gender, age, insurance type, and condition/disease. The statistical analysis was performed using IBM SPSS 23.0. Results: There is an increasing number of patients attending the Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Medicine year-on-year over the 5-year period, with a higher frequency of females than males each year. The largest age groups represented in these patients were those aged in their 50s, followed by those aged in their 40s, and 60s. Furthermore, the number of patients using health insurance was greater than those using automobile insurance each year. Of the 5,061 patients, the most common group was the patients (n = 991) who reported sprain and strain of cervical spine, followed by lumbar spine, lumbar herniation of the intervertebral disc, and facial paralysis. Conclusion: The number of patients seeking traditional Korean medicine treatment continues to increase, particularly in the 40s to 60s age group, with a larger proportion using health insurance and sprain or strain of the cervical spine. The results of this study may be used as a local (Daejeon) reference to develop Korean medicine policies, such as setting up medical benefits for patients using Korean medicine hospitals.

• 디지털융복합연구
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• 제19권4호
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• pp.159-166
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• 2021

본 연구는 중소병원 간호사를 대상으로 다제내성균 감염관리 시뮬레이션 프로그램을 개발하고 개발된 다제내성균 감염관리 시뮬레이션 교육 프로그램의 효과를 평가하기 위해 시도되었다. 본 연구는 중소병원에 근무하는 간호사 33명을 대상으로 시행한 단일군 전·후 실험설계연구이다. 수집된 자료는 IBM SPSS 21.0 프로그램을 이용하여 분석하였으며 대상자의 일반적 특성, 다제내성균 감염관리 지식과 수행도는 기술통계 분석하였고 프로그램 적용 전후 지식과 수행도의 차이는 paired t-test로 분석하였다. 연구결과 시뮬레이션 프로그램 적용 후 간호사의 다제내성균 감염관리 지식(t=-10.764, p<.001)과 감염관리 수행도(t=-4.215, p<.001)가 통계적으로 유의하게 높아졌다. 의료기관 내 다제내성균 전파 차단 및 유행발생을 예방하기 위해 간호사의 감염관리 지식과 수행도 향상이 중요하므로 향후 다양한 시뮬레이션 프로그램 개발이 필요하다.

• 한국노년학
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• 제28권4호
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• pp.1129-1145
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• 2008

본 연구는 노인우울증에 대한 사회경제적 지위의 영향력 뿐 아니라 근접요인으로써 건강행태의 영향력을 파악하여 보다 실천적인 함의를 제시하고자 하였다. 이를 위해 일 도시지역의 65세 이상 노인 964명의 자료를 분석에 사용하였고, 노인우울증 진단에는 단축형 노인우울척도(Short Form of Geriatric Depression Scale: SGDS)의 절단점 10점을 사용하였다. 본 연구에서 노인우울증의 유병율($SGDS{\geq}10$)은 22.2%(남성 18.4%, 여성 23.3%)로 나타났다. 로지스틱 회귀분석을 사용하여 노인우울증에 대한 위험요인을 살펴본 결과, 동거가족 수가 적을수록, 의료보호일수록, 교육수준이 낮을수록, 흡연을 지속하고 있을수록, 신체활동이 불충분할수록 노인우울증의 유병율이 유의미하게 높아지는 것으로 나타났다. 본 연구의 결과를 바탕으로 볼 때 사회경제적 차이를 고려하여 노인우울증 개입을 위한 표적집단을 정해야 하고 더불어 우울증 예방을 위해서는 건강행태 특히 흡연이나 운동에 대한 지역사회 중심의 통합적 개입이 필요하다.

• 한국가족관계학회지
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• 제22권4호
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• pp.223-238
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• 2018

Objectives: The purpose of this study was a) to examine the effect of positive family relationships on post-traumatic growth in cancer patients, and b) to verify the moderating effect of spiritual sensitivity. Methods: The subjects were cancer patients, both outpatients and inpatients selected from major hospitals specialized in cancer treatment using judgement sampling. A self-administered questionnaire survey was given to cancer patients, and a total of 208 cases were collected but only 201 cases were used in the final analysis due to seven unclear and inadequate questionnaires. We performed descriptive statistics to identify the prevalence for each variable, and the moderating effect was verified through multiple regression analysis. Results: The main results are as follows. First, the average post-traumatic growth of the subjects was 3.01 (0-5 points). Second, the positive family relations of the subjects were 2.58 (0-5 points) and the average of spiritual sensitivity was 2.93 (1-5 points). Third, positive family relationship of cancer patients was positively correlated to post-traumatic growth, and spiritual sensitivity was verified as a moderator to positive family relationship enhancing the post -traumatic growth. Conclusion: These findings imply the importance of post-traumatic growth in cancer patients as a key intervention point to overcome pain and frustration from cancer. We suggest to develop family therapy programs and services aimed at fostering positive family relationships and meeting the needs of spiritual sensitivity for cancer patients and their families. This study also provides ways to promote post-traumatic growth in social welfare facilities in medical institutions and religious foundations.

• 디지털융복합연구
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• 제18권12호
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• pp.285-292
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• 2020

본 연구의 목적은 간호사의 표준주의지침에 대한 지식, 인식, 수행 정도를 알아보고 표준주의지침 수행에 미치는 영향 요인을 파악하기 위한 서술적 조사연구이다. 연구방법은 B시의 2개 종합병원 간호사를 대상으로 설문지를 통해 자료를 수집하였고 SPSS 프로그램을 이용하여 기술통계, t-test, ANOVA, Pearson's correlation coefficient, Multiple regression으로 분석하였다. 연구결과 표준주의지침 지식 정도는 평균 22.55/25점, 인식 정도는 평균 3.68/4점, 수행 정도는 평균 3.77/4점이었으며, 표준주의지침 인식과 표준주의지침 수행(r=.250, p=.003)은 유의한 양의 상관관계가 있었다. 표준주의지침 수행에 미치는 영향 요인은 표준주의지침 인식(β=-.582, p=.001)으로 나타났다. 따라서 표준주의지침 수행을 향상시키고 신종호흡기 감염병에 잘 대응하기 위해서는 간호사의 표준주의지침에 대한 정확한 인식과 이를 위해 의료기관에서 체계적인 교육과 교육 참여 기회 제공이 필요하다.

• 치위생과학회지
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• 제20권4호
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• pp.200-205
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• 2020

The purpose of this study was to determine the status of dental hygienists in Japan. The study explicated the history, core curriculum, National Examination for Dental Hygienists, work roles of dental hygienists, and workplaces of dental hygienists. This study was based on the government policy report on dental hygienists and the information published by each public institution. The latest statistics presented by the institutions were collected through official websites. The employment information of graduates from Hiroshima University was analyzed based on actual field study. The results of the study revealed that social demand for dental hygienists has steadily increased and policies and education have been revised accordingly. The work roles of dental hygienists have expanded to meet the needs of the treatment and those of public health fields. In line with major policy changes, the educational period has been extended from 1 year to 3 or 4 years, while the mandatory credits for graduation have been established. Licensing examinations were being performed by the local governments since 1948 due to the different situations of dental hygienists in different areas. In 1992, they were converted into a single national examination. The work roles have expanded from assisting dental treatments to health guidance, home care, and perioperative care. Consequently, the number of dental hygienists has increased, especially in healthcare facilities for the elderly. Dental hygienists perform various roles. However, the most essential role is to provide the best oral care services to the patient. The expected role of dental hygienists has expanded in alignment with public healthcare needs and support for the elderly. The government and universities are expected to bring about improvements such as diversifying the channels of education and establishing policies to respond to growing patient needs by cultivating excellent dental hygiene professionals.

• International Journal of Computer Science & Network Security
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• 제21권5호
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• pp.151-159
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• 2021

This article addresses the issue of finding optimal solutions using the information technologies of accounting and analysis in modern companies. The aim of the study is to reveal available information technologies for the needs of small, medium and large businesses operating in modern conditions. This goal is achieved by using systematization, comparison, and analysis of information, obtained under the survey and open management statistics. For the first time, the paper systematizes up-to-date information of 2021 about the most popular programs, online services, platforms and cloud services that are used to improve accounting and analytical processes in enterprises of various sizes. The main global trends in software development in terms of COVID-19 pandemic have been identified. In particular, the study defines the countries that occupy the leading positions in the informatization of business processes. An attempt was made to classify information technologies by their use by various volume of businesses. The analysis of research results of the Internet search query frequency regarding the use of information technologies enabled to determine the most popular software products worldwide. The peculiarities of information technologies, their advantages and disadvantages were examined and the common and distinctive features were compared. It was determined that for the new enterprises to implement information technologies, it is necessary to conduct a step-by-step study of all available software products. The software evaluation algorithm was described to help select the optimal software for the specific business processes. The paper also describes the way to solve the problem of using accounting and analysis software for the businesses of a specific kind of activity.

• Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
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• 제54권1호
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• pp.46-54
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• 2021

Objectives: This study explored the relationship between shift intensity and insomnia among hospital nurses. Methods: The participants were 386 female hospital nurses who underwent a special health examination for night workers in 2015. The Korean Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), indices of shift work intensity, and other covariates such as amount of exercise, level of alcohol consumption, employment duration, and hours worked were extracted from the health examination data. The indices for shift intensity were (1) number of 3 consecutive night shifts and (2) number of short recovery periods after a previous shift, both assessed over the prior 3 months. Multiple logistic regression analysis adjusted for the aforementioned covariates was performed to evaluate the association of shift intensity with insomnia, defined as an ISI score of ≥8. Results: The nurses with insomnia tended to be younger (p=0.029), to have worked 3 consecutive night shifts more frequently (p<0.001), to have experienced a greater number of short recovery periods after the previous shift (p=0.021), and to have worked for more hours (p=0.006) than the nurses without insomnia. Among the other variables, no statistically significant differences between groups were observed. Experiences of 3 or more consecutive night shifts (odds ratio [OR], 2.33; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.29 to 4.20) and 3 or more short recovery periods (OR, 2.01; 95% CI, 1.08 to 3.73) were associated with increased odds of insomnia. Conclusions: The results suggest that decreasing the shift intensity may reduce insomnia among hospital nurses working rotating shifts.

• 한국정보통신학회논문지
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• 제23권11호
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• pp.1351-1356
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• 2019

본 연구는 빅데이터 플랫폼을 이용해 만성질환자에 따른 개인적 요인과 지역사회요인이 삶의 질에 미치는 영향을 알아보는데 목적이 있다. 연구방법은 2017년 지역사회건강조사 자료와 통계청 시군구별 2차 자료를 사용하였고, EQ-5D 지수와 개인요인 및 지역사회요인을 구분하여 다수준분석을 실시하였다. 연구결과 남자의 경우, 나이가 어릴수록, 학력이 높을수록, 월가구소득이 많을수록, 경제활동을 하는 경우, 스포츠 인프라가 많은 경우 삶의 질이 높았다. 또한 주관적 건강감이 나쁠수록, 스트레스가 많을수록 삶의 질이 낮았다. 향후 의료 빅데이터 분석을 위해 클라우드와 오픈소스를 활용할 수 있는 하드웨어에 독립적인 플랫폼 제공을 위한 연구가 지속되어야 할 것이다.