Rahimi Esbo, Sobhan
Ghaffari, Fatemeh
Fotokian, Zahra
Nikbakht, Hossein-Ali
Saadati, Kiana
Article History
Received: 21 November 2023
Accepted: 26 March 2024
First Online: 5 April 2024
Declarations
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: The research proposal for this study (code IR.MUBABOL.HRI.REC.1400.229) received approval from the Ethics Committee of Babol University of Medical Sciences. The study adhered to the guidelines outlined in the Helsinki ConventionĀ [CitationRef removed]. Participants were provided with comprehensive information about the study through both verbal communication and written documentation. A study nurse approached eligible patients consecutively, delivering detailed information about the study and securing written informed consent from those willing to participate. It is noteworthy that all collected data were kept anonymous and confidential. All methodologies were conducted in strict accordance with the pertinent guidelines and regulations. For participants who were illiterate, in addition to verbally explaining the study to the individuals themselves and obtaining their oral consent, both written and verbal informed consent were obtained from their legal representatives.
: Not applicable.
: The authors declare no competing interests.