Association between the Hygiene Practices for Genital Organs and Sexual Activity on Urinary Tract infection in Pregnant Women at women's Health Center, At Assiut University Hospital Manal F.Moustafa¹ and Entesar M. Makhlouf² Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Assuit University Egypt Abstract: Urinary tract infections (UTI) are very common in pregnancy. The aim of this study was to determine the association of Hygiene Practices for Genital Organs and Sexual Activity with Urinary Tract infection in Pregnant Women at women's Health Center, At Assiut University Hospital .This was descriptive analytical observational study with cross- sectional. The study sample consisted of (150) women for out patient department in Women's Health Center with urinary tract infection for one year start from December 2009 to December 2010.The result of study showed that the mean age of women were 28.4±6.0 years, the majority of women (82%) multi Para , Three quarter of women (75.3%) do sexual intercourse more than 3+ /week during last month, All the sample (100%) 0f women don’t wash genitalia before intercourse. The majority of women (94.6%) don’t wash genital organ in correct direction , (81.3%) drunk only one liter of fluid/ day .Later found more than half of women (58%) had recurrent urinary tract infection it was found that their are statistical significant p value (0.001*) between recurrent (UTI) & micturate after intercourse, wash genitalia after micturation, dry genitalia after micturation, Frequency of bathing/week ,frequency of changing underwear /day , Amount of fluids drunk/day (liter). Also found their are statistical significant p value (0.0046*) between wash in correct direction & recurrent infection, conclusion their are association between Hygiene Practices for Genital Organs and Sexual Activity on Urinary Tract infection. It is recommended Simple &correct hygiene measures may be appropriate to prevent UTI

Association between the Hygiene Practices for Genital Organs and Sexual Activity on Urinary Tract infection in Pregnant Women at women's Health Center, At Assiut University Hospital Manal F.Moustafa¹ and Entesar M. Makhlouf² Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Assuit University Egypt Abstract: Urinary tract infections (UTI) are very common in pregnancy. The aim of this study was to determine the association of Hygiene Practices for Genital Organs and Sexual Activity with Urinary Tract infection in Pregnant Women at women's Health Center, At Assiut University Hospital .This was descriptive analytical observational study with cross- sectional. The study sample consisted of (150) women for out patient department in Women's Health Center with urinary tract infection for one year start from December 2009 to December 2010.The result of study showed that the mean age of women were 28.4±6.0 years, the majority of women (82%) multi Para , Three quarter of women (75.3%) do sexual intercourse more than 3+ /week during last month, All the sample (100%) 0f women don’t wash genitalia before intercourse. The majority of women (94.6%) don’t wash genital organ in correct direction , (81.3%) drunk only one liter of fluid/ day .Later found more than half of women (58%) had recurrent urinary tract infection it was found that their are statistical significant p value (0.001*) between recurrent (UTI) & micturate after intercourse, wash genitalia after micturation, dry genitalia after micturation, Frequency of bathing/week ,frequency of changing underwear /day , Amount of fluids drunk/day (liter). Also found their are statistical significant p value (0.0046*) between wash in correct direction & recurrent infection, conclusion their are association between Hygiene Practices for Genital Organs and Sexual Activity on Urinary Tract infection. It is recommended Simple &correct hygiene measures may be appropriate to prevent UTI

ABSTRACT Pediculus humanus capitis is a worldwide public health concern that affects mostly primary school age children. Objective: the aim of present study was conduct a screening to determine the prevalence of head lice infestation in primary school children, and to identify knowledge and associated risk factors of head lice infestation among primary school students in Assiut City. Methods: A descriptive study design was performed in 4 randomly selected public schools; the sample size of the study was 1335 pupils in 4 primary schools in Assiut city who were selected by multistage, systematic random sampling. Results: The mean age of students was 8.9+1.9 year and age group ranged between 6-13 years. Almost two thirds of the students were infested. There were significant relationship between head lice infestation and age, sex, hair length, and risk factors behaviors. There were no significant relationship between head lice infestation and mother' education or job. Also, the majority of students have correct knowledge about head lice infestation, treatment and prevention; however they can't control the risky behaviors. The risky behaviors included: sharing beds and towels, head covers, combs and head to head contact. Conclusion: A high rate of head lice infestation was demonstrated among almost two thirds of the students. The results indicated that female gender, long hair, young age-group 69 years old, positive history of previous infestation, sharing of beds and combs, and family overcrowding were the main risk factors for the head lice infestation. Recommendation: There is a need for continuous health education program for increasing improving the healthy behaviors and raising the awareness of students, parents, teachers and nurses about nit free school environment to prevent head lice infestation. © 2015 AENSI Publisher All rights reserved.

ABSTRACT Pediculus humanus capitis is a worldwide public health concern that affects mostly primary school age children. Objective: the aim of present study was conduct a screening to determine the prevalence of head lice infestation in primary school children, and to identify knowledge and associated risk factors of head lice infestation among primary school students in Assiut City. Methods: A descriptive study design was performed in 4 randomly selected public schools; the sample size of the study was 1335 pupils in 4 primary schools in Assiut city who were selected by multistage, systematic random sampling. Results: The mean age of students was 8.9+1.9 year and age group ranged between 6-13 years. Almost two thirds of the students were infested. There were significant relationship between head lice infestation and age, sex, hair length, and risk factors behaviors. There were no significant relationship between head lice infestation and mother' education or job. Also, the majority of students have correct knowledge about head lice infestation, treatment and prevention; however they can't control the risky behaviors. The risky behaviors included: sharing beds and towels, head covers, combs and head to head contact. Conclusion: A high rate of head lice infestation was demonstrated among almost two thirds of the students. The results indicated that female gender, long hair, young age-group 69 years old, positive history of previous infestation, sharing of beds and combs, and family overcrowding were the main risk factors for the head lice infestation. Recommendation: There is a need for continuous health education program for increasing improving the healthy behaviors and raising the awareness of students, parents, teachers and nurses about nit free school environment to prevent head lice infestation. © 2015 AENSI Publisher All rights reserved.

ABSTRACT Pediculus humanus capitis is a worldwide public health concern that affects mostly primary school age children. Objective: the aim of present study was conduct a screening to determine the prevalence of head lice infestation in primary school children, and to identify knowledge and associated risk factors of head lice infestation among primary school students in Assiut City. Methods: A descriptive study design was performed in 4 randomly selected public schools; the sample size of the study was 1335 pupils in 4 primary schools in Assiut city who were selected by multistage, systematic random sampling. Results: The mean age of students was 8.9+1.9 year and age group ranged between 6-13 years. Almost two thirds of the students were infested. There were significant relationship between head lice infestation and age, sex, hair length, and risk factors behaviors. There were no significant relationship between head lice infestation and mother' education or job. Also, the majority of students have correct knowledge about head lice infestation, treatment and prevention; however they can't control the risky behaviors. The risky behaviors included: sharing beds and towels, head covers, combs and head to head contact. Conclusion: A high rate of head lice infestation was demonstrated among almost two thirds of the students. The results indicated that female gender, long hair, young age-group 69 years old, positive history of previous infestation, sharing of beds and combs, and family overcrowding were the main risk factors for the head lice infestation. Recommendation: There is a need for continuous health education program for increasing improving the healthy behaviors and raising the awareness of students, parents, teachers and nurses about nit free school environment to prevent head lice infestation. © 2015 AENSI Publisher All rights reserved.

glaucoma is aleading cause of blindness worldwide. the study aimed to assess participants knowldge regarding glaucoma.methods: Quasi experimental research design carried out in Assiut University. it included 1000 participants aged forty and more. Tools: Data collected by using two tool: 1 interview form consisted of three parts: first part included demographic characteristics.the second part assessment of ophthalmic , medical and family history. third part assessment of knowledge regarding glaucoma.tool2:eye examination.done by using tonopen device, perimetry and ophthalmoscopy. the main result of present study were: 94.5% of the employees had unsatisfactory knowledge regarding glaucoma.there is was statistical significant difference between employees level of knowledge and their education. it concluded that : the employees had poor knowledge about glaucoma in pre test while after implementation the educational program their knowledge was improved. it was recommended that : periodic health education programs should be implemented for employees with chronic disease every year.

glaucoma is aleading cause of blindness worldwide. the study aimed to assess participants knowldge regarding glaucoma.methods: Quasi experimental research design carried out in Assiut University. it included 1000 participants aged forty and more. Tools: Data collected by using two tool: 1 interview form consisted of three parts: first part included demographic characteristics.the second part assessment of ophthalmic , medical and family history. third part assessment of knowledge regarding glaucoma.tool2:eye examination.done by using tonopen device, perimetry and ophthalmoscopy. the main result of present study were: 94.5% of the employees had unsatisfactory knowledge regarding glaucoma.there is was statistical significant difference between employees level of knowledge and their education. it concluded that : the employees had poor knowledge about glaucoma in pre test while after implementation the educational program their knowledge was improved. it was recommended that : periodic health education programs should be implemented for employees with chronic disease every year.

Clinical audit is one of the main tools to establish whether the best evidence is being used in practice, as it identifies any gaps between what is done and what should be done, and rectifies any deficiencies in the actual processes of care. Clinical audit has been increasingly required for the accreditation process in every modern healthcare system. Aim of the study: Record auditing to assess nursing functions in general Intensive Care Unit at main Assiut University Hospital. Subject and method: A descriptive research design was utilized in the present study. The study sample constituted of 50 patients' records (medical and nursing records). Study tool: Auditing of Nursing Functions questionnaire consisted of two parts: 1st part included two questions related to socio-demographic data of patient includes: (name of patient, hospital number); 2nd part of the questionnaire adopted from (Phaneuf's nursing audit, 1955) which includes fifty items of nursing care functions. Results: Illustrated that none of the study subject had an excellent auditing of nursing and medical care, nearly two thirds of the data audited were good, more than one quarter were incomplete in auditing of nursing and medical care; and eight percent had a poor auditing of nursing and medical care. Recommendations: In- service training program for nurses needed to improve the quality of service. Replicate of these study at different units in health care settings to ensure effectiveness of the tool and serving as basis for planning new programs; identification of areas of strength and weakness in various settings.

Clinical audit is one of the main tools to establish whether the best evidence is being used in practice, as it identifies any gaps between what is done and what should be done, and rectifies any deficiencies in the actual processes of care. Clinical audit has been increasingly required for the accreditation process in every modern healthcare system. Aim of the study: Record auditing to assess nursing functions in general Intensive Care Unit at main Assiut University Hospital. Subject and method: A descriptive research design was utilized in the present study. The study sample constituted of 50 patients' records (medical and nursing records). Study tool: Auditing of Nursing Functions questionnaire consisted of two parts: 1st part included two questions related to socio-demographic data of patient includes: (name of patient, hospital number); 2nd part of the questionnaire adopted from (Phaneuf's nursing audit, 1955) which includes fifty items of nursing care functions. Results: Illustrated that none of the study subject had an excellent auditing of nursing and medical care, nearly two thirds of the data audited were good, more than one quarter were incomplete in auditing of nursing and medical care; and eight percent had a poor auditing of nursing and medical care. Recommendations: In- service training program for nurses needed to improve the quality of service. Replicate of these study at different units in health care settings to ensure effectiveness of the tool and serving as basis for planning new programs; identification of areas of strength and weakness in various settings.

Abortion is the termination of a pregnancy by the removal or expulsion of an embryo or fetus from the uterus, resulting in or caused by its death. The aim of this study: Assess the impact of Immediate Versus Delayed Post Abortion Family Planning Counseling on Increasing Contraceptive Rate Subjects and method: All the included Post abortion women were randomly assigned into two main groups, Intervention Group women was counseled immediately after abortion about the family planning methods. The Control Group women who were receive the same counseling information but after one week of abortion at the Out Patient Family Planning Clinics. Results: The majority of both groups had no pregnancy with using family planning methods "79.0%&79.5%" respectively, with sig, differences between both groups P.V (0.040). Conclusion: There is Sig. differences with P.V (0.001) between Intervention and Control group as regards to the rate of contraceptive use. So Delayed is better than Immediate post abortion Family Planning Counseling on Increasing Contraceptive Rate. Recommendations: Public health promotion programs approved by the Ministry of Health should promote child-spacing, modern methods of contraception.