Publications by authors named "Afnan Jaha"
Article Synopsis
- Diabetes mellitus is a major cause of chronic kidney disease (CKD), yet many primary healthcare physicians (PHPs) lack adequate training to effectively diagnose and manage it.
- A study involving PHPs at a medical center in Saudi Arabia found that while most respondents understood some aspects of CKD, many were uncertain about interpreting test results and treatment protocols.
- The research revealed that PHPs' levels of confidence and knowledge were influenced by factors like age, qualifications, and specialization in family medicine.
Background Telehealth is a tool to facilitate the connection between patients and their healthcare providers. With the recent emergence of telehealth, implementation of this service in primary healthcare centers (PHCs) has been accompanied by specific challenges despite the high levels of satisfaction reported. This study aimed to assess the factors that affect clinicians' perceptions and satisfaction with telehealth in National Guard PHCs to help explore and overcome any barriers and challenges.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Job satisfaction in the nursing field directly impacts the quality of patient care. However, increased work demand puts nurses at a higher risk of job dissatisfaction, which can, in turn, affect their work performance. This study aimed to measure job satisfaction among nurses working in National Guard Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCs) and to determine the different sources of pressure at their workplace.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: Caregivers of children with cerebral palsy have a huge burden which might affect their mental health. This study aimed to determine the different factors affecting the mental health of caregivers of children with cerebral palsy and to raise awareness among healthcare providers.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among caregivers of children with cerebral palsy in National Guard Health Affairs-Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, using the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale-21, which is a validated questionnaire that assesses: depression, anxiety, and stress.