مصطفی رضایی فریمانی

Background and ObjectivesUmbilical cord blood for the treatment of various diseases including types of cancer is important. The purpose of this study was to survey the knowledge and attitude of midwifery- nursing personnel in prenatal clinics and emergency obstetric affiliated to Tehran University of Medical Sciences towards cord blood donation in 1390 (Iranian calendar).
Materials and MethodsIn this descriptive survey research, A self-made questionnaire consisting of three parts of personal and job characteristics (11 questions), knowledge (13 questions), and attitudes (25 questions) were completed by 149 Midwifery-Nursing personnel. The score of the knowledge part was divided into three groups (less than 8), medium (8-15) and good (above 16) and the score of attitude part was divided into three parts of negative attitude (less than 25), indifferent or neutral (26 to 50) and positive (greater than 51). Data analysis was performed using SPSS statistical software (version 16) and descriptive and inferential statistics (Spearman Correlation Coefficient).
ResultsAbout half of the participants had a medium knowledge (45.9%) and the majority of them (87.9%) had a positive attitude. The mean scoreS of knowledge and attitude were 12.36 ± 5.49 and 74.23 ± 18.29, respectively. There was no statistically significant association between knowledge and attitude (p = 0.084).
ConclusionsEducational planning and awareness raising about cord blood donation are necessary for knowledge improvement.

Background and aimFeeling of health is subjective and unique and health criterion varies in different age, cultural and socioeconomic groups. Illness can have a great effect on individual’s feeling and definition of health and well being. The aim of this study was to explore the meaning of health concept in the view of diabetic patients.Materials and methodsThis study was qualitative, semi structured interviews were conducted with 20 diabetic patients who attended to the diabetes clinic of Sanandaj Tohid Hospital. Interviews were transcribed and analyzed using conventional content analysis, and codes and themes were derived from participant’s responses Findings Based on the findings of study five major themes about health emerged: intact body and happiness, life without any limits, peace of mind, spirituality and absence of complications. ConclusionHealth definition based on specific conditions of any culture and group that affect health behavioral. Based on emerged themes, health care providers must consider these themes and seek ways to achieve health in diabetic patients and use them in care plans.