• PNF and Movement
• /
• 제20권3호
• /
• pp.359-370
• /
• 2022

Purpose: Physical therapists are required to properly choose the most appropriate treatment for each patient within the framework of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF model). The aims of this study were to determine whether neurological physical therapists in clinical settings in South Korea know about the ICF model and to investigate the current trends of outcome measures (OMs) used by them. Methods: Two hundred and one physical therapists who worked with patients with neurological disorders participated in this study. The survey was conducted via e-mail and asked about commonly used OMs and the considerations for selecting OMs. Results: All physical therapists involved in this study responded completely, and 45.8% of participants learned about the ICF model, while 37.3% understood the detailed information related to the ICF model. The rest of the participants did not know or just heard about the ICF model. The most frequently used tools at the body function/structure level were the Range of Motion (98%), Manual Muscle Test (97%), Berg Balance Scale (83.1%), and Modified Ashworth Scale (70.6%) when allowing repetition. At the activity level, the 10-meter walk test (71.1%), 6-minute walk test (54.2%), and Functional Ambulatory Category (43.3%) were used, while the Activity-Specific Balance Confidence Scale (23.9%) was used at the participation level. There was a positive relationship between the number of tools used and years of work, as well as the level of understanding of the ICF model. Conclusion: The results of this study suggest that it is necessary to learn the ICF model in a clinical setting. In addition, the medical system needs to be modified to encourage physical therapists in South Korea to use proper OMs within the ICF model.

• 대한통합의학회지
• /
• 제11권2호
• /
• pp.49-60
• /
• 2023

Purpose : We aimed to evaluate the impact of a exercise with kinect-based mixed reality device (KMR) on physical function, upper extremity disability, fatigue, and quality of life in breast cancer survivors. We hypothesized that this exercise program would improve physical function, physical activity, fatigue, and quality of life. Methods : Thirty-nine breast cancer survivors were randomized to either the KMR exercise group (KE) or the home stretch group (HS). The KE participated in 8 weeks of exercise, exercising 3 times per week, while the HS performed 8 weeks of stretching exercises, also 3 times per week. Before and after the intervention period, participants underwent assessments of physical function, including body composition, chester step test (CST), and hand grip strength (HGS). Additionally, participants completed questionnaires including the international physical activity questionnaire (IPAQ), disabilities of the arm, shoulder and hand (DASH) questionnaire, and functional assessment of cancer therapy-breast (FACT-B) questionnaire to measure their physical activity levels, upper extremity disability, and quality of life, respectively. Results : Overall, significant improvements were observed in several shoulder movements, body weight, and physical activity, with no significant interaction effects between groups and time. Furthermore, there was a significant group by time interaction for body weight, left flexion, right flexion, right abduction, and left adduction, as well as for upper extremity disability (K-DASH) and quality of life (FACT-B). Conclusion : In conclusion, the KMR exercise program was found to be effective at improving physical function, upper extremity disability, quality of life, and overall well-being in breast cancer survivors. The significant improvements observed in multiple measures and the significant group by time interactions for various outcomes highlight the potential benefits of this KMR exercise program in promoting a better quality of life for breast cancer survivors.

• Korean Journal of Radiology
• /
• 제21권4호
• /
• pp.450-461
• /
• 2020

Objective: We performed a meta-analysis to evaluate the agreement of cardiac computed tomography (CT) with cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMRI) in the assessment of right ventricle (RV) volume and functional parameters. Materials and Methods: PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane library were systematically searched for studies that compared CT with CMRI as the reference standard for measurement of the following RV parameters: end-diastolic volume (EDV), end-systolic volume (ESV), stroke volume (SV), or ejection fraction (EF). Meta-analytic methods were utilized to determine the pooled weighted bias, limits of agreement (LOA), and correlation coefficient (r) between CT and CMRI. Heterogeneity was also assessed. Subgroup analyses were performed based on the probable factors affecting measurement of RV volume: CT contrast protocol, number of CT slices, CT reconstruction interval, CT volumetry, and segmentation methods. Results: A total of 766 patients from 20 studies were included. Pooled bias and LOA were 3.1 mL (-5.7 to 11.8 mL), 3.6 mL (-4.0 to 11.2 mL), -0.4 mL (5.7 to 5.0 mL), and -1.8% (-5.7 to 2.2%) for EDV, ESV, SV, and EF, respectively. Pooled correlation coefficients were very strong for the RV parameters (r = 0.87-0.93). Heterogeneity was observed in the studies (I² > 50%, p < 0.1). In the subgroup analysis, an RV-dedicated contrast protocol, ≥ 64 CT slices, CT volumetry with the Simpson's method, and inclusion of the papillary muscle and trabeculation had a lower pooled bias and narrower LOA. Conclusion: Cardiac CT accurately measures RV volume and function, with an acceptable range of bias and LOA and strong correlation with CMRI findings. The RV-dedicated CT contrast protocol, ≥ 64 CT slices, and use of the same CT volumetry method as CMRI can improve agreement with CMRI.

• International Journal of Internet, Broadcasting and Communication
• /
• 제16권2호
• /
• pp.209-217
• /
• 2024

Recent years have seen a notable increase in fire incidents in university cafeterias, yet the social attention to these occurrences remains limited. Despite quick responses to these incidents preventing loss of life, the need for large-scale evacuation in such high foot traffic areas can cause significant disruptions, economic losses, and panic among students. The potential for stampedes and unpredictable damage during inadequate evacuations underscores the importance of fire safety and evacuation research in these settings. Previous studies have explored evacuation models in various university environments, emphasizing the influence of environmental conditions, personal characteristics, and behavioral patterns on evacuation efficiency. However, research specifically focusing on university cafeterias is scarce. This paper addresses this gap by employing Pathfinder software to analyze fire spread and evacuation safety in a university cafeteria. Pathfinder, an advanced emergency evacuation assessment system, offers realistic 3D simulations, crucial for intuitive and scientific evacuation analysis. The studied cafeteria, encompassing three floors and various functional areas, often exceeds a capacity of 1500 people, primarily students, during peak times. The study includes constructing a model of the cafeteria in Pathfinder and analyzing evacuation scenarios under different fire outbreak conditions on each floor. The paper sets standard safe evacuation criteria (ASET > RSET) and formulates three distinct evacuation scenarios, considering different fire outbreak locations and initial evacuation times on each floor. The simulation results reveal the impact of the fire's location and the evacuation preparation time on the overall evacuation process, highlighting that fires on higher floors or longer evacuation preparation times tend to reduce overall evacuation time.In conclusion, the study emphasizes a multifaceted approach to improve evacuation safety and efficiency in educational settings. Recommendations include expanding staircase widths, optimizing evacuation routes, conducting regular drills, strengthening command during evacuations, and upgrading emergency facilities. The use of information and communication technology for managing emergencies is also suggested. These measures collectively form a comprehensive framework for ensuring safety in educational institutions during fire emergencies.

• Journal of the Korean Data and Information Science Society
• /
• 제23권4호
• /
• pp.727-738
• /
• 2012

본 연구의 목적은 요추 추간판 탈출증 환자에게 치료적 모달리티와 칵스 신연교정치료 효과에 대하여 알아보고자 한다. 요추 추간판 탈출증 환자 15명 (나이 36.62, 범위 20-50, 남자 7명과 여자 8명)을 대상으로 4주간 적용하였다. 치료적 모달리티와 칵스 신연교정치료를 첫 2주 동안 주 6일, 12회 적용하였으며, 마지막 2주간은 주 3일 6회 적용하였다. 모든 실험대상자에게 4주 동안 18회를 적용하였다. 측정은 오스웨스트리 요통장애지수, 근력, 하지 직거상 검사는 실험 전, 치료 2주 후, 치료 4주 후 변화의 차이를 일요인 반복측정을 이용하였으며, 추간판 탈출지수는 실험 전, 치료 4주 후 변화 차이를 대응표본 t-검정을 이용하여 측정하였다. 치료적 중재 기간에 따라 치료 전, 2주 후, 4주 후 측정결과 오스웨스트리 요통장애 지수, 하지 직거상 검사, 그리고 근력은 치료 2주 후, 치료 4주 후가 치료 전에 비하여 통계학적 유의한 변화가 있었다. 그러나 추간판 탈출지수는 치료 전에 비하여 감소함을 나타냈으나 통계학적으로 유의한 변화는 없었다. 결론적으로 요추 추간판 탈출증 환자에게 치료적 모달리티와 칵스 신연교정치료가 요통장애지수, 하지 직거상 검사, 근력개선에 효과적이란 결론을 얻었다. 이것은 칵스 신연교정치료의 안전성과 효과의 확인, 그리고 요추 추간판 탈출증 환자에게 비수술적 치료법으로서의 근거를 제시하였다.

• 대한후두음성언어의학회지
• /
• 제16권1호
• /
• pp.23-27
• /
• 2005

Background and Objectives : Voice disorders can cause problems in patients with benign vocal cord lesions emotionally, physically, economically and functionally. Neither subjective nor objective voice examinations can evaluate such factors adequately. The Voice Handicap Index (VHI) subjectively evaluates voice disorders in terms of physical, functional, emotional factors and measures the patient's perception of the impact of voice disorder. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the usefulness of VHI in the patients with benign vocal cord lesions. Materials and Method : The authors evaluated 37 patients who experienced laryngeal microsurgery for benign vocal cord lesions from september 2003 to August 2004. The VHI was used to measure the postoperative changes of the patient's perception and acoustic analysis and aerodynamic tests were also done. Statistical analysis was done using paired t-test and Pearson's correlation. Results : The VHI scores showed statistically significant reductions postoperatively. In acoustic analysis, jitter and shimmer had statistically significant reductions after surgery but noise-to-harmonics ratio did not. A statistically significant change in the average MFR and MPT perioperatively was found. The relationship between VHI and acoustic, aerodynamic analysis attained statistical significance. Conclusion : The VHI is a useful assessment tool to monitor the patient's self-perception of voice change after the surgery of benign vocal cord lesions. The VHI measurement, when combined with acoustic and aerodynamic analyses, will be helpful in comparing functional outcomes after voice surgery.

• 기본간호학회지
• /
• 제2권2호
• /
• pp.199-211
• /
• 1995

This study analyzed the practical education in fundamentals of nursing, for the 36 nursing schools including 12 4-year nursing schools and 24 junior college nursing schools. This survey was done from september 5th to october 5th in 1995. The results of this study were as follows : 1. Required credit in fundamentals of nursing. 1) The highest incidence of the total required credit was 7 in 4-year nursing school and 9 in junior college. 2) For the lecture course credit, the large number of 4-year nursing school gave 5 credit lessons and 6 credits provided in junior nursing colleges. 3) For the credit of practical education the major portion of 4-year nursing school gave 2 credits instruction, however junior nursing school provided 3 credits. 2. Laboratory practice in fundamentals of nursing. In laboratory practice, the ratio of instructor and student was 1 : 20 in 83.4% of the 4-year nursing school and in 66.7% of the junior nursing school. 3. Contents and hours of fundamental nursing practice. 1) In the area of health assessment and nursing process, the large number of schools allocated following hours : 6 hours for vital signs, 4 hours for nursing process, 2 hours for recording but practice for physical examination and communication was done in few schools. 2) In the area of functional health pattern, the large number of schools allocated practice hours like followings : 2 hours for I/O, 2 hours for gavage feeding, 2 hours for elimination, 6 hours for catheterization, 6 hours for bed making, 2 hours for positioning, 6 hours for personal hygiene, 2 hours for R.O.M, 4 hours for moving turning lifting, 2 hours for inhalation and suction. But C.P.R and terminally ill patient care were taught in smaller number of schools. 3) In the area of special nursing measures, the major portion of nursing schools allocated hours like followings. It consisted of 6 hours for asepsis, 16-18 hours for medication, 2 hours for heat and cold application, 2 hours for wound care. 4) 22.2% of the nursing schools had total review practice time and 36.1% of the nursing schools had the students clinical practice. Based on above mentioned results, 4-year nursing school had faithful practical education of fundamental nursing than junior nursing school. But for the contents and allocated hours for practice education, junior nursing schools were much more contents and hours than 4 year school.

• Asian Spine Journal
• /
• 제12권6호
• /
• pp.1106-1116
• /
• 2018

Study Design: Prospective observational study. Purpose: To evaluate the disability domains relevant to Indian patients with low backache and propose a modified disability questionnaire for such patients. Overview of Literature: The Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) is a self-reported measurement tool that measures both pain and functional status and is used for evaluating disability caused by lower backache. Although ODI remains a good tool for disability assessment, from the Indian perspective questions related to weight lifting and sexual activity of ODI are questioned in some of the earlier studies. Activities of daily living in Indian patients vary substantially from those in other populations and include activities like bending forwards, sitting in floor and squatting which are not represented in the ODI. Methods: In this prospective observational study, a seven-step approach was used for the development of a questionnaire. Thirty patients were interviewed to identify the most challenging issue they faced while performing their daily activities (by free listing) and understand how important the questionnaire items were in terms of the standard ODI. Thus, a comprehensive disability questionnaire comprising 14 questions was developed and administered to 88 patients. Both qualitative (interviews) and quantitative methods (to establish the validity, reliability, and correlation with the Visual Analog Scale [VAS] and Rolland Morris disability questionnaire) were used to identify the 10 questions that best addressed the disability domains relevant to Indian patients. Results: According to free listing, four new questions pertaining to bending forward, sitting on the floor, walking on uneven surfaces, and work-related disabilities were included. In the second phase, wherein the questionnaire with 14 items was used, 56.8% patients did not answer the questions related to sexual activity, whereas 23.8% did not answer those related to walking on uneven surfaces. The modified questionnaire demonstrated good internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha=0.892) and correlation with the Rolland Morris questionnaire (Cronbach's alpha=0.850, p>0.05), as well as with the VAS score for disability (Cronbach's alpha=0.712, p>0.05) and pain (Cronbach's alpha=0.625, p>0.05). Conclusions: A modified disability questionnaire that was designed by adding two questions related to bending forward and work status and removing questions related to sexual activity and weight lifting or traveling (depending on the occupation) can help evaluate disability caused by back pain in Indian population.

• 유통과학연구
• /
• 제10권3호
• /
• pp.15-30
• /
• 2012

전통시장 시설현대화사업이 본격적으로 시행된 이후 10년이 경과하였고, 전국 835개 이상의 시장이 이미 사업을 완료한 상황임에도 불구하고 공적 소유물인 다양한 시설에 대한 명확한 설치기준과 유지 및 관리에 대한 기준이 마련되어 있지 않은 실정이다. 이로 인해 실제 시설 설치에 따른 이해관계자들의 민원 발생으로 사업이 차질을 빚고 있거나 지방자치단체마다 각기 다른 시설 설치 기준을 확보하여 시행하고 있으며, 일부 지방자치단체의 경우 유지·관리를 위한 별도의 기준을 마련하지 못하고 있는 상황이다. 그 중 특히 아케이드 관련 사업은 2010년까지 전국 694개 시장에 아케이드 설치를 위한 사업비가 지원되었다. 지원 사업이 전개된 이후 짧은 기간 동안 급속하게 증가 된 전통시장 시설현대화사업의 대표적인 사례라고 할 수 있는데, 이처럼 많은 증가에도 불구하고 아케이드 설치 및 향후 유지와 관리에 대한 명확한 기준이 마련되어 있지 않다. 그리고 아케이드 시설의 경우 새롭게 조성된 환경에 대한 기초적 자료나 이용실태 조사 및 평가 없이, 그리고 공적(公的)환경을 정비하는 종합적인 접근 시각이 부족한 상태에서 단순히 비 또는 햇빛을 가리는 장치물로서 계획 및 설치되고 있는 실정이다. 또한 공공 시설물임에도 불구하고 유지·관리에 대한 명확한 주체와 가이드라인이 없어 초기에 아케이드가 설치된 시장의 경우 시설 보수, 유지 및 관리에 대하여 정부 및 지방자치단체에 사업비 지원 요청이 점차 증가되고 있다는 점을 감안할 때 보완이 필요하다. 이에 본 연구에서는 시설현대화사업에 의해서 설치된 전통시장의 시설물 중 아케이드를 중심으로 이용실태 및 유지·관리 실태를 조사하고 문제점 도출 및 해외사례를 통하여 효율적인 설치 및 유지·관리를 위한 방안을 제시하고자 한다.

• 한국심리학회지:학교
• /
• 제15권3호
• /
• pp.399-431
• /
• 2018

본 연구는 한국과 미국의 일반학교에서 실행한 다층지원체계 중심의 긍정적 행동지원(PBS)에 관한 실험연구 논문들을 비교분석하여 한국형 학교차원 PBS 모형 및 매뉴얼 개발을 위한 기초자료를 제공하고, 향후 한국에서의 PBS 실행에 관한 연구 방향의 제시 및 시사점을 도출하고자 하였다. 이를 위해 한국과 미국의 학술 검색엔진을 통해 2005년부터 2018년까지의 PBS 실행 논문 중, 보편적 1차 지원, 또는 1차 지원을 실행하면서 2차 혹은 3차 지원을 실행한 한국의 연구 논문 11편과 미국의 연구 논문 24편을 분석대상으로 하여 일반적 연구특성(대상, 설계, 기간, 종속 변인 등)과 PBS의 주요특성 및 결과(대상자 선별과정, 중재 과정과 내용, 사회적 타당도 등)를 지원 차원 별로 구분하여 비교하였다. 분석 결과, 한국과 미국의 모든 연구에서 PBS는 지원 차원을 막론하고 학생 행동과 기타 영역에서 긍정적 성과가 있음을 보고하고 있었다. 1차 지원의 경우 한국은 학교 또는 학급의 교육환경 수정과 사회적 기술교수에 초점을 둔 반면, 미국은 이 외에도 표준화된 중재 프로그램에 관한 교사훈련과 체계적인 교사지원에 초점을 둔 것으로 나타났다. 2차 지원의 경우 미국은 한국에 비해 학교차원의 PBS 내에서 1차 지원과 함께 실행하고 있는 학교가 많았고, 주로 Check/In Check/Out(CICO)를 중재방법으로 사용하고 있었다. 또한 대상 선별방법에서 보다 체계적인 선별도구나 절차를 사용하였고, 부모가 적극적으로 참여하여 가정에서도 중재가 이루어지도록 하는 차이를 보였다. 3차 지원의 경우, 미국은 종합적 행동기능평가 결과를 중심으로 중재계획을 수립한 점과 선별방식이 체계화되었다는 점이 한국과 차이가 있었다. 이러한 결과를 바탕으로 한국에서의 다층지원체계 중심의 학교차원 PBS 실행을 위한 각 차원별 PBS 실행충실도와 사회적 타당도 및 맥락적 적합성(contextual fit)에 대한 타당화된 측정도구 개발의 필요성 등 시사점을 도출하였으며, 본 연구의 의의와 제한점, 향후 연구방향에 대해 논의하였다.