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Authors demonstrate positive effects of holding during TH as evidenced by lower salivary cortisol for both mother and infant and decreased heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure for the infant on day-2. Further research is needed to replicate these results, to understand the lack of infant response on day-3 and to assess correlation with cumulative morphine exposure.
Read MoreAn interprofessional effort to minimize patient interruptions at night in an intensive care unit setting led to improved patient sleep quality and sustainable practice changes.
Read MoreCD4+ T cells from patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) have a significant response to post-translationally modified (PTM) deamidated IA-2 peptides; autoantibodies to these PTM neoepitopes remain to be identified in T1D.
Read MoreBuzz, a HIPAA-complaint platform enables providers to conduct secure video conferences or calls with patients quickly, easily & seamlessly.
Read MoreThe findings highlight the need to strengthen key aspects of maternity care, including antenatal services that detect risks early in pregnancy and prevent severe complications; lifesaving obstetrics that can manage critical birth-related emergencies like haemorrhage or embolism, and postnatal care. Most maternal deaths occur during or shortly after childbirth, making this a critical window to save lives.
Read MoreResults of this randomized clinical trial show that brexpiprazole + sertraline combination treatment statistically significantly improved PTSD symptoms vs sertraline + placebo, indicating its potential as a new efficacious treatment for PTSD. Brexpiprazole + sertraline was tolerated by most participants, with a safety profile consistent with that of brexpiprazole in approved indications.
Read MoreDiaper rash is a frequent diagnosis among neonates in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). It is characterized by an acute inflammatory eruption of the skin in the diaper area.
Read MoreThe FDA has resolved the shortage of semaglutide injection products, a glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) medication, meeting US demand, ending a nearly 3-year shortage. Patients and prescribers may still see intermittent and limited localized supply disruptions as the products move through the supply chain from the manufacturer and distributors to local pharmacies.
Read MoreThis case report describes the use of prone positioning in a pregnant patient. The report offers critical care nurses insights into the clinical management of patients who are pregnant or have intra-abdominal hypertension.
Read MorePEERLESS met its primary end point in favor of LBMT compared with CDT in treatment of intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism. LBMT had lower rates of clinical deterioration and/or bailout and postprocedural intensive care unit use compared with CDT, with no difference in mortality or bleeding.
Read MoreNursing staff interventions regarding shock team activation significantly improved the time of diagnosis and acceptance of patients with cardiogenic shock in a cardiovascular hospital, enhancing the overall quality of care provided to these patients.
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