Support for family members who are caregivers to relatives with acquired brain injury by Janet Walker, Lourens Schlebusch, Bernhard Gaede

“…Most caregivers felt that it was predominantly the patient’s neuropsychological deficits, such as emotions and/or moods, cognitive ability, behavior and personality, executive function, and social factors that caused them profound stress. …”
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PRODUCTIVITY AND RESOURCE USE EFFICIENCY AMONG BENEFICIARIES OF E - WALLET INPUT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM COMPONENT OF GROWTH ENHANCEMENT SUPPORT SCHEME (GESS) IN ADAMAWA STATE, NIGERIA by Dengle Yuniyus GIROH, Apagu Dawa MEDUGU, Dauna YAKUBU

“…Production function analysis showed that the Cobb-Douglas functional form was selected as the lead equation and showed that the coefficient of multiple determination (R2) of 0.7781 implied that about 77.81% of the variations in total output of respondents were explained by production factors included in the model. …”
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Comparative study between the Patient Participation Culture Tool and the Hospital Survey on Patient Safety Culture using retrospective data from 2014 to 2021 by Ward Schrooten, Ann Van Hecke, Marlies Claesen, Evelyne Punnewaert, Simon Malfait, Kristof Eeckloo

“…In a second step, we used aggregated scores by hospital and profession. Descriptive statistics outlined the sociodemographic characteristics of participants. …”
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Surgical techniques for restoration of elbow flexion in traumatic brachial plexus injuries: a single-center experience in Egypt by Mohamed E. Elsebaey, Mohamed E. Y. Elghabaty, Tamer M. Nasef, Hamdi Nabawi Mostafa, Mohamed F. Elfarsy

“…Neurolysis, direct repair and nerve transfer were the surgical procedures that were followed. Functional recovery had been achieved in about 61% of the study population. …”
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Can the use of a free mobile phone inclinometer application improve the accuracy of coronal cup position during total hip arthroplasty? by Bibek Banskota, Rajendra Aryal, Ansul Rajbhandari, Deependra Yadav, Ashok K. Banskota

“…Background: Accurate acetabular cup positioning during THA has essential implications for function and long-term prosthesis survival. Low-volume hip arthroplasty surgeon is known to be a risk factor for malpositioning of the acetabular cup. …”
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Older adult’s acceptance and uptake of referral after screening for cognitive impairment: a cross-sectional study in China by Caiyun Tang, Lily Dongxia Xiao, Rong Huang, Ying Hu, Yao Wang

“…The current study assessed the cognitive function of older adults with an Eight-item Ascertain Dementia (AD8) score of ≥ 2 in a community health center and investigated their willingness to accept referrals. …”
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Molecular characterization of efflux pumps in beta-lactam resistant pseudomonas aeruginosa by Elmira Shah Cheraghi, Mozhgan Ghiasian

“…Future studies should focus on elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying the regulation and function of this efflux system to inform the design of novel antimicrobial agents and combination therapies.…”
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Knowledge and attitudes of students and dentists about the use and cementation of intra-radicular posts by José Augusto Sedrez-Porto, Rafael Sarkis-Onofre, Aline Pinheiro Moraes, Marcos Britto Correa, Maximiliano Sérgio Cenci, Tatiana Pereira-Cenci

“…Data were analysed using descriptive analysis and associations were tested through logistic regression using 95% confidence intervals. …”
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Strategic planning and organizational performance in public health sector: a scoping review by Utoomporn Wongsin, Tanavij Pannoi, Chardsumon Prutipinyo, Mohammad Ainul Maruf, Dichapong Pongpattrachai, Orawan Quansri, Youwanuch Sattayasomboon

“…Abstract Background Strategic planning is a methodical approach to generate fundamental decisions and actions that influence and direct the nature, function, and rationale of the public health sector. …”
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SPATIAL UNIT FOR VISUAL ARTS AND LEARNING by Milica Jovanov

“…The sample was convenient, as the research was exploratory in nature and conducted using a descriptive method. Data collection utilized an interviewing technique—specifically, a semi-structured interview with children and educators. …”
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Utilisation of Cryopreserved Gametes in Cancer Patients who Underwent Fertility Preservation by Devika Gunasheela, N. Ashwini, Yoshita Saneja, D Deepthi

“…Background: Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy often compromise fertility by damaging gonadal function, creating a critical need for fertility preservation options. …”
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ANALISIS PERFORMA RDF DENGAN PEREKAT LIMBAH ORGANIK UNTUK MEMENUHI STANDAR MUTU INDUSTRI by Alvian Tambunan, Prawoto Prawoto, Catur Hardiyanto

“…The data analysis technique used is descriptive quantitative. The various types of adhesives used are waste banana peels, cassava peels, and cocoa peels. …”
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Xerostomia and associated factors among adults with HIV on HAART attending voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) clinics in Dar Es Salaam by Lilian Ephrem Mkonyi, Luciana Albert Mmary

“…Abstract Background Adequate saliva quantity and quality are necessary for proper oral function and protection. Xerostomia, or dry mouth, is a common complaint among people living with HIV (PLHIV) which increases their risk of acquiring oral diseases. …”
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Clinical, immune and genetic risk factors of malaria-associated acute kidney injury in Zambian children: A study protocol. by Chisambo Mwaba, Sody Munsaka, David Mwakazanga, David Rutagwerae, Owen Ngalamika, Suzanna Mwanza, Mignon McCulloch, Evans Mpabalwani

“…<h4>Background</h4>Acute kidney injury (AKI) affects nearly half of children with severe malaria and increases the risk of adverse outcomes such as death and poor cognitive function. The pathogenesis and predictors of malaria-associated acute kidney injury (MAKI) are not fully described. …”
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Cannabis use is not associated with altered levels of physical activity: evidence from the repeated cross-sectional Belgian Health Interview Survey by Brent Vernaillen, Brecht Devleesschauwer, Stijn Vansteelandt, Lydia Gisle, Sabine Drieskens, Elena Damian

“…We modelled physical activity in function of past-month cannabis use while adjusting for potential confounders. …”
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New Therapy for Chronic Sarcoidosis with L. and Ferrum Chloratum Preparations: Results of a Retrospective Survey by Christian Grah MD, Irina Gatov MS, Shiao Li Oei PhD, Marcus Reif PhD, Hannah Wüstefeld MD, Annika Marzok MD

“…Methods A retrospective cohort study was conducted by evaluating data on clinical progression, pulmonary function, fatigue, and adverse events in a real-world sarcoidosis cohort using descriptive statistics. …”
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Concurrent validity of Thai version of pain assessment in advanced dementia scale versus self reported pain in cognitively impaired and intact geriatric surgical patients by Sahatsa Mandee, Arunotai Siriussawakul, Wannakant Tiraratmetakul, Taechasit Danjittrong

“…A total of 208 geriatric patients underwent cognitive function assessment via the Thai Mental State Examination (TMSE). …”
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Can Hearing Aids Improve Physical Activity in Adults with Hearing Loss? A Feasibility Study by Maria V. Goodwin, Katelynn Slade, Andrew P. Kingsnorth, Emily Urry, David W. Maidment

“…., physical health, cognitive functioning and wellbeing) and lower levels of physical activity/function compared to those without hearing loss. …”
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Relationship between Communication Skills and General Health in Nursing Students of Hamadan University of Medical Sciences by Roya Amini, Fariba Soleimani, Nahid Mohammadi, Tapak Leili

“…Instruments and Methods: This analytical-descriptive cross sectional study was carried on 320 undergraduate nursing students in Hamadan University in 2017. …”
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Retention in HIV Care Programs and Its Association with Comorbidity Incidence and Viral Load Reduction by Majid Alizadeh, Mohammad Rashidi Evandi, Maryam Jafar Sameri, Elham Senisel Bachari, Mohammad Kogani

“…Conclusion: Retention in HIV care programs is linked to enhanced immune function (higher CD4 counts) and improved viral suppression. …”
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