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Nurses' Compliance With Central Line Maintenance (Handling) Guidelines At A Tertiary Care Setting In Karachi, Pakistan- A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study, Alina Amir Ali
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Background: Central venous catheters (CVCs) are integral to modern healthcare, facilitating critical treatments. However, the risk of complications, particularly infections, necessitates strict adherence to central line maintenance protocols. This study explores the compliance of nurses in executing these protocols.
Purpose: In a tertiary care facility in Karachi, Pakistan, this study sought to evaluate nurses' adherence to each item on the central line management checklist as well as the checklist's total adherence in the Special Care Units.
Method: A total of 119 registered nurses were assessed, using a quantitative structured observational design for central line handling in adult medical surgical special …
Prevalence Of Depression In Patients With Cardiovascular Diseases, Faryal Ghafoor
Prevalence Of Depression In Patients With Cardiovascular Diseases, Faryal Ghafoor
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Background: Approximately 17.3 million individuals across the globe lose their lives to cardiovascular diseases (CVD), with a majority of these cases occurring in low-to-middle-income countries. The incidence of cardiovascular disease in Pakistan is 918 cases per 100,000 individuals. Depression frequently impacts the health, expenses, and prognosis of patients with cardiovascular disease.
Purpose: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of depression among CVD patients at Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, and explore the influence of co-morbidities, marital status, age, and educational background on one's status, regarding depression.
Method: A quantitative descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted at the Aga Khan University …
Concept Of Health-Related Quality Of Life Among People With Heart Failure In Karachi, Pakistan, Anny Ashiq Ali
Concept Of Health-Related Quality Of Life Among People With Heart Failure In Karachi, Pakistan, Anny Ashiq Ali
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Background: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular diseases, are a leading cause of global mortality. The mortality rate for cardiovascular diseases is on the rise, with 80 % to 86 % of fatalities, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, including Pakistan. Among NCDs, heart failure (HF) is a condition for which there is no cure, and patients rely on supportive treatments to maintain their quality of life. HF not only affects physical well-being but also has far-reaching consequences on the emotional, social, and cognitive aspects of life. In the context of Pakistan, where unique healthcare, sociocultural, and economic factors prevail, the …