Factors associated with knowledge and practice regarding oxygen administration: A cross-sectional study among registered nurses working in wards and ICUs at Muhimbili National Hosp... by Magdalena S Kimario, Joel Seme Ambikile, Masunga K Iseselo

“…While none of the assessed factors were found to have a statistical association with practice on oxygen administration, it is important to note their clinical significance. Healthcare institutions can benefit from implementing regular in-service training programs to address these knowledge and skills gaps and ensure that nurses are well-prepared for proper oxygen administration. …”
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The prevalence of hypermobile Ehlers–Danlos syndrome at a gender-affirming primary care clinic by Theo Stein, Shannon Collins, Joshua St. Louis

“…The results support the intersecting psychological and healthcare vulnerabilities of TGD patients with hypermobile Ehlers–Danlos syndrome. …”
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Mortality and Length of Stay Implications of Deterioration-Associated Transfer to the Intensive Care Unit over Different Time Frames by Kathy W Belk, Joseph Beals, Samantha J McInnis

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Catheter-directed therapy for pulmonary embolism in pediatrics: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Basel F. Alqeeq, Dina Essam Abo-elnour, Mohamed Rifai, Luis L. Gamboa, Ibrahim Qattea, Mohammed Hamzah, Khaled M. Al-Farawi, Alaa Ahmed Elshanbary, Ibrahim Kamal, Mohammed Alsabri

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Knowledge, attitude and practice towards multiple myeloma among medical staff in Enshi Region by Luping Zou, Jinhua Li, Hang Xiang, Jun Tan, Yan Zeng

“…These discoveries provided valuable perspectives to the development of healthcare interventions and educational initiatives for improving medical staff’s knowledge, attitudes, and practices.…”
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How effective and cost-effective are behaviour change interventions in improving the prescription and use of antibiotics in low-income and middle-income countries? A protocol for a... by Mishal Khan, Virginia Wiseman, Neha Batura, Carla Cuevas

“…Introduction Antibiotic resistance endangers effective prevention and treatment of infections, and places significant burden on patients, families, communities and healthcare systems. Low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs) are especially vulnerable to antibiotic resistance, owing to high infectious disease burden, and limited resources for treatment. …”
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Experiences of internationally educated nurses working with older adults: A scoping review protocol. by Kristina M Kokorelias, Marianne Saragosa, Reham Abdelhalim, Eleni Philippopoulos, Ann Vo

“…This protocol will outline a scoping review to determine: (1) what is known about the experiences and support needs of IENs in geriatric healthcare settings within high income countries? (2) what are current supportive-pathways for IENs in geriatric practice settings? …”
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Simulating a travel-related origin of Candida auris in New York–New Jersey by Rita R. Verma, Edward Kiegle, Alexander C. Keyel, Sudha Chaturvedi, Vishnu Chaturvedi

“…The local mobility network within hospitals and extended stay healthcare facilities were also relevant in the spread of C. auris. …”
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Dental Trauma following Animal Attack: A Case Report by Meetkumar Dedania, Nimisha Shah, Sankalp Mahajan, Riddhi Thakkar

“…By fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals and ensuring vigilant care, we can significantly improve patient outcomes and recovery.…”
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Hypertension and its risk factors among pregnant garment workers attending a health centre in Bangladesh by Tayeba Khatun, Arifa Akter, Mahesh Kumar Khanal, Zahid Arefin, Rijwan Bhuiyan

“…Conclusion: Approximately one in 14 pregnant garment workers had hypertension, and family history of pregnancy-related hypertension was an associated factor. Healthcare professionals may consider this factor while providing care and counseling to this population. …”
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Ultrasound-Guided Thoracic Paravertebral Injection of Platelet-Rich Plasma for the Treatment of Thoracic Herpes Zoster-Related Pain: A Study Protocol by Liu Wang, Xinyu Lei, Zhixuan Lan, Ruilin He, Zongbin Jiang

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Assessment of the Logical Prescription of Albumin Drug According to Guideline and Patient Safety for Inpatients in Intensive Care Units of Iranian Hospital: A Cross-Sectional Study by Naghme Dashti, Hesamoddin Hosseinjani, Saeid Eslami, Seyed Mohammad Tabatabaei, Hasan Vakili Arki

“… Background: Medication errors in healthcare settings, including outpatient and hospital environments, pose a significant risk to patient safety. …”
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A comprehensive analysis of trends in the burden of gout in China and globally from 1990 to 2021 by Shiwei Xie, Heng Xiao, Lei Xu, Gengwu Li, Fan Zhang, Mingwei Luo

“…Additionally, variations in diagnostic practices and healthcare access across regions could influence the accuracy of reported trends. …”
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Gastric Intestinal Metaplasia: Demographic and Epidemiological Characterization in Puerto Rican Hispanics (2012-2014) by Jorge J. Cruz-Cruz, María González-Pons, Adrián Cora-Morges, Marievelisse Soto-Salgado, Giancarlo Colón, Kimberly Alicea, Kathia Rosado, Douglas R. Morgan, Marcia Cruz-Correa

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Factors Affecting Proximal Colon Cleansing Based on Bowel Movement Kinetics: A Prospective Observational Study by Dae Bum Kim, Kang-Moon Lee, Sung-Goo Kang, Sung Hoon Jung

“…A total of 425 individuals who were scheduled to undergo a screening colonoscopy were enrolled prospectively at the healthcare center of St. Vincent’s Hospital, Suwon, Korea, between April 2015 and March 2016. …”
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Optimising Health Literacy and Access of Service Provision to Community Dwelling Older People with Diabetes Receiving Home Nursing Support by Dianne Goeman, Sue Conway, Ralph Norman, Jo Morley, Rona Weerasuriya, Richard H. Osborne, Alison Beauchamp

“…A structured method that supports healthcare services to codesign interventions that respond to the health literacy needs of their clients can lead to evidence-informed, sustainable practice changes that support clients to better understand effective diabetes self-management.…”
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Factors influencing medication adherence among hypertensive patients in primary care settings in Central Vietnam: A cross-sectional study. by Ho Anh Hien, Nguyen Minh Tam, Huynh Van Minh, Tran Binh Thang, Le Phuoc Hoang, Stefan Heytens, Dirk Devroey, Hoang Anh Tien

“…For the sake of better medication adherence, healthcare providers were suggested to prioritize patient education, address patient beliefs and concerns about medication, and promote the practice of home blood pressure monitoring.…”
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Lack of Clinically Meaningful Effect of Cariprazine on the Pharmacokinetics of a Combined Oral Contraceptive by Márta Erzsébet Rosa, Zoltán Juhász, Gabriella Pásztor Mészáros, Gabriella Magyar, Judit Harsányi, Balázs Szatmári, Zoltán Hujber, Máté Szabó, Margit Kapás

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DNA Methylation Profiles of Blood Cells Are Distinct between Early-Onset Obese and Control Individuals by Je-Keun Rhee, Jin-Hee Lee, Hae Kyung Yang, Tae-Min Kim, Kun-Ho Yoon

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Cellular Reconstruction of the Rectal Mucosa during surgical Treatment of Familial Adenomatosis of the Colon: 12 Years after the First Experience of Introduction into Clinical Prac... by D. V. Vyshegorodtsev, A. M. Kuzminov, S. I. Achkasov, E. A. Kogan, V. Yu. Korolik, G. T. Sukhikh

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