Real-world clinical practices for spontaneous urticaria and angioedema in Japan: A nation-wide cross-sectional web questionnaire survey

In the history of human civilization, research has played a significant role. There is no doubt that meeting the challenges of the 21st century will be tough if we are not world leaders in science and technology. The objective of this study was to assess physicians' attitude about research and the challenges they confront when doing research. From July to December 2020, a cross-sectional questionnaire survey was performed among physicians in Bangladesh. The questionnaire poll had 626 responses in total. There were 55.6 % female physicians and 44.4% male physicians among them. The majority of physicians (87.6%) felt that conducting research is critical to become a specialist. Research methodology training at the medical colleges are extremely beneficial, according to a substantial percentage of physicians (72.2%). Research methodology should be included in undergraduate curriculum, according to 89% of physicians. Research is beneficial as it aids critical thinking and policy implementation, according to almost all respondents (96.7%). The majority of respondents cited insufficient research training (92%), insufficient funding (92.2%), insufficient time (61%), insufficient familiarity with statistical analysis (88%), insufficient skill to design and conduct a research project and write a scientific paper (90%), as barriers to research. Priority on teaching and clinical practices over research and lack of interest to do research also mentioned by 93.3% and 61% responded respectively. Consequently, this study identified challenges and attitude of physicians towards research. This finding will guide for further studies to find out effective interventions to address the obstacles raised by research participants. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Education Vol.13(1) January 2022: 10-19

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A Romanian University Studentss Profile Regarding Their Migration Intentions. A Cross-Sectional Study Based on Questionnaire Survey

SSRN Electronic Journal ◽

10.2139/ssrn.3102857 ◽

2017 ◽

Author(s):

Aurelian P. Plopeanu ◽

Daniel Homocianu

Keyword(s):

Questionnaire Survey ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional

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Prevalence of psychological disorders in the COVID-19 epidemic in China: A real world cross-sectional study

Journal of Affective Disorders ◽

10.1016/j.jad.2020.11.118 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 281 ◽

pp. 312-320

Author(s):

Minghuan Wang ◽

Qian Zhao ◽

Caihong Hu ◽

Yang Wang ◽

Jie Cao ◽

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Keyword(s):

Real World ◽

Psychological Disorders ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional

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Assessment of Inorganic Phosphate Intake by the Measurement of the Phosphate/Urea Nitrogen Ratio in Urine

Nutrients ◽

10.3390/nu13020292 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (2) ◽

pp. 292

Author(s):

María Victoria Pendón-Ruiz de Mier ◽

Noemí Vergara ◽

Cristian Rodelo-Haad ◽

María Dolores López-Zamorano ◽

Cristina Membrives-González ◽

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Keyword(s):

Inorganic Phosphate ◽

Daily Intake ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Normal Serum ◽

Dietary Recommendations ◽

Clinical Practices ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Urea Nitrogen ◽

Inorganic P ◽

Nitrogen Ratio

In chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients, it would be desirable to reduce the intake of inorganic phosphate (P) rather than limit the intake of P contained in proteins. Urinary excretion of P should reflect intestinal absorption of P(inorganic plus protein-derived). The aim of the present study is to determine whether the ratio of urinary P to urinary urea nitrogen (P/UUN ratio) helps identify patients with a high intake of inorganic P.A cross-sectional study was performed in 71 patients affected by metabolic syndrome with CKD (stages 2–3) with normal serum P concentration. A 3-day dietary survey was performed to estimate the average daily amount and the source of P ingested. The daily intake of P was 1086.5 ± 361.3 mg/day; 64% contained in animal proteins, 22% in vegetable proteins, and 14% as inorganic P. The total amount of P ingested did not correlate with daily phosphaturia, but it did correlate with the P/UUN ratio (p < 0.018). Patients with the highest tertile of the P/UUN ratio >71.1 mg/g presented more abundant inorganic P intake (p < 0.038).The P/UUN ratio is suggested to be a marker of inorganic P intake. This finding might be useful in clinical practices to identify the source of dietary P and to make personalized dietary recommendations directed to reduce inorganic P intake.

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Characterization and Treatment Goals of Patients on Long-Acting Injectable vs Oral Antipsychotics: Results from a Patient/Caregiver/Psychiatrist Survey

CNS Spectrums ◽

10.1017/s109285292000245x ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 26 (2) ◽

pp. 154-154

Author(s):

Heather M. Fitzgerald ◽

Jason Shepherd ◽

Hollie Bailey ◽

Mia Berry ◽

Jack Wright ◽

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Keyword(s):

Real World ◽

Sufficient Evidence ◽

Treatment Goals ◽

Full Time ◽

Medication Regimen ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Course Of Illness ◽

Current Medication ◽

Long Acting

AbstractBackgroundPatient preferences in schizophrenia (SCZ), including identification of key goals and outcomes for treatment and relative importance of certain treatment goals to patients, have been assessed by several studies. However, there continues to be a lack of sufficient evidence on US patient attitudes and perceptions towards treatment goals and pharmacotherapy options in SCZ, especially taking into context long-acting injectable antipsychotics (LAIs) in this disease area. This lack of evidence is further pronounced in caregivers of individuals with SCZ. The objective of this analysis was to characterize patients with SCZ on LAIs vs patients on oral antipsychotics (OAPs) and evaluate the treatment goals of patients in each group.MethodsThis was a real-world, cross-sectional survey of US psychiatrists, patients =18 years old with a diagnosis of SCZ, and caregivers. Data was collected using the Disease Specific Programme (DSP) methodology, which has been previously published. Psychiatrists (n=120) completed detailed record forms for next 8 consecutive outpatients and 2 inpatients matching inclusion criteria, including non-interventional clinical and subjective assessments. The same patients and their caregivers, if present, were invited by their psychiatrist to voluntarily complete a separate survey.ResultsOf 1135 patients on treatment where the physician provided survey data; 251 were on an LAI, and 884 were on an OAP. Mean (SD) time to SCZ diagnosis for those on an LAI was 10.3 (12.0) years vs 7.8 (10.5) years for those on OAPs. More patients in the LAI vs OAP group were being treated as an inpatient (27.1% vs 15.7%, respectively; p<0.0001). Patients on an LAI reported being on their current medication regimen for less time (mean 1.7 years) vs those on OAPs (mean 2.5 years) (p=0.0093). More patients on LAIs were unemployed due to disability vs those on OAPs (56.1% vs 39.5%, respectively), and less patients on LAIs were able to work part-time or full-time (21.1% or 4.1%) vs those on OAPs (23.2% or 11.4%). More patients on an LAI had a caregiver vs those on OAPs (37.3% vs 26.1%, respectively; p=0.0011). Regarding the most important treatment goals reported by patients, both groups reported similar preferences for decrease in disease symptoms (62% on LAI vs 65% on OAPs) and thinking more clearly (53% on LAI vs 46% on OAPs); however, a numerically higher proportion of LAI patients reported that the current medication helped decrease hospitalizations due to relapse vs those on OAPs (38% vs 32%, respectively).DiscussionGiven the characteristics of patients participating in this real-world survey, those on LAIs exhibited qualities which indicate a higher severity of illness vs those on OAPs. Results suggest that treatment with LAIs is still mainly being provided to patients later in the disease course and/or who have adherence problems, despite a growing body of evidence of utility in younger patients earlier in the course of illness.FundingOtsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. and Lundbeck LLC

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Cyberbullying, student nurses’ ethical awareness and the Covid-19 pandemic

Nursing Ethics ◽

10.1177/09697330211010280 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 096973302110102

Author(s):

Ka Young Kim ◽

Jeong Sil Choi

Keyword(s):

Clinical Practice ◽

Nursing Students ◽

Nursing Intervention ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Hierarchical Regression ◽

Clinical Practices ◽

Ethical Awareness ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Cyberbullying Victimization ◽

Cyber Ethics

Background: The global COVID-19 pandemic has increased cyber communication, causing nursing students’ clinical practice to be held in cyberspace. Thus, it is essential to ensure that nursing students develop comprehensive cyber ethics awareness. Moreover, cyberbullying is becoming more widespread and is an increasingly relevant new concept. Objectives: This study aimed to assess the experiences of cyberbullying among nursing students during clinical practice and determine the effects of cyberbullying victimization and cyber environments on their cyber ethics awareness. Research design: Data for this descriptive cross-sectional study were collected in July 2020 using a self-reported questionnaire and analyzed using hierarchical regression. Participants and research context: The study included data from 291 nursing students with more than 6 months of clinical experience who were enrolled in two nursing universities in two cities in South Korea. Ethical considerations: This study was conducted after obtaining approval from the Institutional Review Board of G University. Written, informed consent was obtained from all participants. Results: Cyberbullying victimization experiences during clinical practice were few. The most common cyberbullies of work- and person-related cyberbullying were nurses and classmates, respectively. Discussion: Cyber ethics awareness was affected by cyber anonymity and the perceived seriousness of cyberbullying; cyberbullying related to clinical practices was a new factor that significantly affected cyber ethics awareness. Conclusions: Hospitals and nursing universities should develop a multi-dimensional, comprehensive, and effective nursing intervention education program to be integrated into the nursing curriculum to enhance cyber ethics awareness and reduce cyberbullying of nursing students.

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Awareness and concern towards anesthesia among patients undergoing surgical procedure: A cross-sectional study at pre-anesthetic clinic of a Teaching Hospital

Journal of Kathmandu Medical College ◽

10.3126/jkmc.v8i2.28168 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 8 (2) ◽

pp. 76-80

Author(s):

Sushila Lama Moktan ◽

Ujma Shrestha ◽

Mona Sharma ◽

Manan Karki

Keyword(s):

Questionnaire Survey ◽

Surgical Procedure ◽

Educational Status ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Demographic Characteristics ◽

Surgical Patients ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Poor Knowledge ◽

The Past

Background: With the advent of anesthesia, surgery is no longer a race against the clock and surgeons. Many studies in the past have demonstrated limited knowledge among patients about various aspects of anesthesia.Objectives: To assess the awareness and concern of elective surgical patients towards anesthesia.Methodology: A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted over two months’ period in adult patients of age eighteen years and above. Two hundred surgical patients accessing services at the pre-anesthesia check-up clinic were interviewed using 12 questions assessing demographic characteristics, educational status and their knowledge about anesthesia.Results: Out of 200 patients, only 32% knew that anesthesiologists provide anesthesia. It was found that 63% didn’t have any knowledge about the types of anesthesia. The most common fear among the participants about anesthesia was the fear of pain during surgery.Conclusion: The study showed poor knowledge of patients regarding anesthesia.

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