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Statin Therapy For Elderly Patients Should Be Assessed For Each Individual, Raymond Gong

Clinical Research in Practice: The Journal of Team Hippocrates

A critical appraisal and clinical application of Shepherd J, Blauw GJ, Murphy MB, et al. Pravastatin in elderly individuals at risk of vascular disease (PROSPER): a randomised controlled trial. Lancet. 2002;360(9346):1623-30. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(02)11600-X

It Is Reasonable To Treat Patients With Type 1 Hepatorenal Syndrome With Midodrine And Octreotide, William Kane

Clinical Research in Practice: The Journal of Team Hippocrates

A critical appraisal and clinical application of Esrailian E, Pantangco ER, Kyulo NL, Hu KQ, Runyon BA. Octreotide/midodrine therapy significantly improves renal function and 30-day survival in patients with type 1 hepatorenal syndrome. Dig Dis Sci. 2007;52(3):742-748. doi: 10.1007/s10620-006-9312-0

Salvage Therapy For Non-Acetaminophen-Induced Acute Liver Failure Includes N-Acetylcysteine, David Robinson

Clinical Research in Practice: The Journal of Team Hippocrates

A critical appraisal and clinical application of Lee WM, Hynan LS, Rossaro L, et al. Intravenous N-acetylcysteine improves transplant-free survival in early stage non-acetaminophen acute liver failure. Gastroenterology. 2009;137(3):856-864. doi: 10.1053/j.gastro.2009.06.006

From The Editors, Thomas C. Bolig, William Kane, Mitchell Kentor

Clinical Research in Practice: The Journal of Team Hippocrates

Introduction to Volume 2, Issue 2 by the new Senior Student Editors.

Development Of A Capacity Building Program For Village Health Volunteers To Support Self-Management In A High Risk Population For Diabetes In A Rural Community In Northeast Thailand, Pakinee Srisarakham, Kwanjai Amnatsatsue, Patcharaporn Kerdmongkol, Prasit Leerapan

Asian/Pacific Island Nursing Journal

Similar to other parts of the world, the prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in the Asia-Pacific Region has rapidly increased during the last few decades. The purposes of this pilot study were to determine the feasibility and the effects of a capacity building program for Village Health Volunteers (VHVs) to support self-management in a T2DM high risk population from a rural subdistrict in Northeast Thailand. Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected using surveys, focus group discussions, and in-depth interviews. Data were analyzed and used to develop a 12-week capacity building program for VHVs. This program was then …

A Systematic Review Of Recruitment For Older Chinese Immigrants Into Clinical Trials, Wen-Wen Li, Yuaner Wu, Angela Chia-Chen Chen

Asian/Pacific Island Nursing Journal

Purpose: To identify barriers and discuss strategies for recruitment of older Chinese immigrants into clinical research studies.

Methods: A systematic review was conducted using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). PubMed, WEB of Science, CINAHL Plus, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were searched from 2001 to 2014. Empirical studies with Chinese immigrants aged 60 or older were identified and analyzed. Numerical analysis, such as calculation of response rates as indexes for recruitment outcomes, was conducted. Content analyses for recruitment barriers were abstracted.

Results: Thirteen studies of 4753 subjects were analyzed. Response rates ranged from …

Retention Of Mothers And Infants In The Prevention Of Mother-To-Child Transmission Of Hiv Programme Is Associated With Individual And Facility-Level Factors In Rwanda., Godfrey B Woelk, Dieudonne Ndatimana, Sally Behan, Martha Mukaminega, Epiphanie Nyirabahizi, Heather J. Hoffman, Placidie Mugwaneza, Muhayimpundu Ribakare, Anouk Amzel, B Ryan Phelps

Epidemiology Faculty Publications

OBJECTIVES: Investigate levels of retention at specified time periods along the prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) cascade among mother-infant pairs as well as individual- and facility-level factors associated with retention.

METHODS: A retrospective cohort of HIV-positive pregnant women and their infants attending five health centres from November 2010 to February 2012 in the Option B programme in Rwanda was established. Data were collected from several health registers and patient follow-up files. Additionally, informant interviews were conducted to ascertain health facility characteristics. Generalized estimating equation methods and modelling were utilized to estimate the number of mothers attending each antenatal care visit …

The Pathophysiology Of Heart Failure, Amber C. Tieu

Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)

Abstract

The purpose of this presentation was to discuss the pathophysiology of heart failure. Topics covered included disease prevalence and common signs and symptoms. The pathophysiology of heart failure is further discussed identifying how heart failure is classified and how each compensatory mechanism of heart failure leads to further disease progression. Implications for nursing care are discussed including goals of treatment, medication regimens, and patient education on disease management.

Disentangling Representations Of Object And Grasp Properties In The Human Brain, Sara Fabbri, Kevin M. Stubbs, Rhodri Cusack, Jody C. Culham

Brain and Mind Institute Researchers' Publications

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Comprehensive Public Health Delivery Systems: Using Foundational Capabilities To Achieve Health Impact And Equity, Glen P. Mays

Health Management and Policy Presentations

Achieving health equity requires building more comprehensive systems. Using data from a nationally representative cohort of U.S. communities, this session will explore the characteristics of Comprehensive Public Health Delivery Systems, the structures and processes needed to build such systems, and the health and economic benefits attributable to these systems.

Learning Objectives:

• Compare innovative ways to structure local health departments that maximize resources to enhance service delivery to the community.
• Discuss ways local health departments can build strategic alliances to implement successful collaborations that address health threats in the community.

What's New In Musculoskeletal Infection: Update On Biofilms., Arvind Nana, Sandra B Nelson, Alex Mclaren, Antonia F. Chen, Md, Mba

Rothman Institute Papers

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Standardization Of Tracheostomy Care In Order To Prevent Related Skin Breakdown, Kimberly M. Guis Bsn, Rn, Lynne N. Miller Bsn, Rn, Haley S. Smith Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

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Surgical Hand Antisepsis, Elizabeth I. Cummings Bsn, Rn, Kelly A. Grim Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Answer Calls, Reduce Falls, Ashley Gonzalez Bsn, Rn, Britny D. Pacheco Bsn, Rn, Sara I. Ramos Bsn, Rn, Lauren C. Shuda Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

We Love Our Patients But We Don’T Want Them To Fall For Us, Denitra T. Batista Bsn, Rn, Matthew J. Brown Bsn, Rn, Samantha K. Gill Bsn, Rn, Candice R. Veale Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Something To Chew Over, Stacy Hertzog Bsn, Rn, Julie E. Tozzoli Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Move To Improve, Alyssa Kasheta Bsn, Rn, Juliana E. Pastore Bsn, Rn, Kimberly A. Tyler Bsn, Rn, Allison L. Walczyk Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Increasing Use Of Palliative Care Resources In The Critical Care Setting, Meredith Bassler Bsn, Rn, Eleya M. Tsamutalis Bsn, Rn, Thu H. Vo Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Ambulating Open Heart Surgery Patients On Tohu, Katherine I. Coringrato Bsn, Rn, Jessica M. Light Bsn, Rn, Nicole D. Rauchut Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Peanut Ball Implementation, Valerie Male Bsn, Rn, Hannah R. Nichols Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Standardization In Bedside Shift Report, Rachel M. Hutnick Bsn, Rn, Caitlin M. Ferrante Bsn, Rn, Cheryl L. Lande Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Decreasing Clabsis One Dressing At A Time, Damien D. Boham Bsn, Rn, Elizabeth Ickes Bsn, Rn, Claire M. Latourette Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Improvement Of Burn Nursing Knowledge Before And After Nursing Competencies, Fabio E. Mondaca-Soto Bsn, Rn, Katherine S. Wreath Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Providing Donor Breast Milk For Premature Infants, Emilee N. Carr Bsn, Rn, Katie Kline Bsn, Rn, Michelle N. Lanzarone Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Predicting Violent Outbursts In The Emergency Department Using The Bröset Violence Checklist (Bvc) (Poster)., Alyssa L. Petillo Bsn, Rn, Meghan A. Reilly Bsn, Rn, Morgan Hager Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Management Of Increased Intracranial Pressure With 23.4% Saline In The Adult Neurologically Injured Patient Population, Taylor A. Holly Bsn, Rn, Courtney N. Matina Bsn, Rn, Michelle G. Sabatino Bsn, Rn, Alex M. Hartman Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

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Stethoscope Disinfection, Lauren T. Bekesy Bsn, Rn, Mandy N. Foulke Bsn, Rn, Abigail M. Harkness Bsn, Rn, Samantha D. Rabuck Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

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How Does Uninterrupted Sit Time Effect Patient Satisfaction Scores?, Vanessa C. Buchanan Bsn, Rn, Meghan E. Rastetter Bsn, Rn, Elizabeth M. Reese Bsn, Rn, Alexia A. Spain Bsn, Rn, Megan R. Zimmerman Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Improving Hand Washing Compliance In The Emergency Department, Taylor L. Abruzzese Bsn, Rn, Claire C. Carbonetto Bsn, Rn, Amy M. Dalmas Bsn, Rn, Karlee A. Hantz Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.

Ng Tube Placement Re-Verification In The Pediatric Population, Lindsay N. Paulus Bsn, Rn, Photini A. Petrides Bsn, Rn, Jade S. Popp Bsn, Rn

Patient Care Services / Nursing

No abstract provided.