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The present study compares the "Canton Benchmark for Assessing Internship Satisfaction" (KBEP) in Zurich, Switzerland, with the internationally used "Clinical Learning Environment and Supervision and Nurse Teacher Scale" (CLES + T Scale) for evaluating the satisfaction of nursing students with their education. The study examines the convergent validity and reliability of both instruments. The results show that there is a significant correlation between the work climate and the learning atmosphere, and that satisfaction was rated higher in the CLES + T Scale than in the KBEP. The study recommends further investigations to consider the needs of students in different semesters of education and to examine the applicability of the CLES + T Scale in various nursing education programs. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the importance of valid quality of life (QOL) questionnaires in treating patients with ocular allergy and how this condition impacts the patient's everyday life. Topics include the guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on the development and implementation of patient reported outcomes (PROs) in clinical trials, the development of QoL questionnaires through strict statistical analysis of validity, and telephone and online surveys.

A reprint of the article "LC Columns — The Top-10 List: Want to improve column life? Here are some ideas.," by John W. Dolan, which appeared in the November 2004 issue of "LC-GC North America," is presented. Topics discussed include equations for estimation of liquid chromatography (LC) parameters, system suitability test for validation of analytical method and equipment, and incorporation of quality control (QC) samples.

AIMS: The primary aim of this study was to investigate whether a questionnaire developed for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) could also be used with patients who have fibromyalgia. A secondary aim was to assess the impact of fibromyalgia on sexuality. METHOD: In the first of two phases the face and content validity of a sexuality questionnaire already being used in patients with RA were assessed in a qualitative, audio-taped, interview study of five patients with fibromyalgia. The second phase consisted of a self-report questionnaire distributed to 60 patients with fibromyalgia. FINDINGS: The interview data confirmed that the content of the RA sexuality questionnaire was relevant to patients with fibromyalgia. A total of 43 (72%) questionnaires were returned and, of these, 41 (95%) were usable. Patients reported that fibromyalgia had altered their sexual relationship. They cited pain, stiffness, fatigue, reduced sexual drive and the impact of drug therapy as the main reasons. CONCLUSION: The symptoms associated with fibromyalgia had a negative effect on sexual enjoyment. The questionnaire appears to be useful in addressing sexuality in patients with fibromyalgia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article illustrates how scientifically based research (SBR) works using peppermint chocolates. The study title is "Construct Validity and the Interpretation of Different Hypotheses and Errors of Inference in the Effects of Peppermint Patties on the Work Habits of Information Professionals: An Empirical Confirmatory Study." Principles of a research study include posing questions that can be investigated empirically, and associating research with relevant theory.

The article discusses that the validity and subsequent suitability of the current dust sampling methodologies utilised in U.S. have recently come under scrutiny. It is mentioned that the methodologies used by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and other agencies. The article also lists factors impacting accuracy and validity of sampling including fully charge pump batteries, sample media, and detailed notes.

The article discusses the importance of test method validation (TMV) in the quality control process of medical device manufacturers. Topics include the challenges in demonstrating the safety and effectiveness of medical devices, the key experiments involved in TMV, and process validation guidance of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Also offered are the key characteristics of TMV which include the accuracy, reproducibility, and robustness.

The article reports on the massive cheating of certification exams of software vendors online. The activities of exam thieves has created problems for technology vendors, students, and IT workers who legitimately passed the tests. In a survey by the Association of Test Publishers in Washington, it was found out that about half of the companies surveyed notified that their exams were being cheated and available for sale on the Internet. The author describes some of the proposed measures by some companies to prevent the said practice.