Urinalysis by use of multi-test reagent strips: two dipsticks compared.

1977 ◽  
Vol 23 (12) ◽  
pp. 2337-2340 ◽  
Author(s):  
B C Smith ◽  
M J Peake ◽  
C G Fraser
Keyword(s):  
Patient Care ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Relative Cost ◽  
Limits Of Detection ◽  
Testing Accuracy ◽  
Reagent Strips ◽  
Urine Reagent Strips ◽  
Urine Specimens

Abstract We compared Ames' "N-Multistix" with Boehringer's "Combur-8" ("Chemstrip-8") multi-test urine reagent strips by analysis of contrived urine specimens, testing accuracy, precision, specificity, and limits of detection of both products. Relative cost and ease of use were also examined. Each brand of urinary dipstick had specific advantages but it is unlikely that patient care would be adversely affected by preferential use of either product.

Role of urine reagent strips in diagnosis of childhood meningitis

2021 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 649
Author(s):  
MohammadA Elhag ◽  
AhmedT Mahmoud ◽  
NahlaM Said ◽  
ReemM El Kholy
Keyword(s):  
Reagent Strips ◽  
Urine Reagent Strips

Evaluation of using urine reagent strips in the diagnosis of childhood meningitis

2016 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 42-47
Author(s):  
Ghada S. Abdelmotaleb ◽  
Mohammed K. Abdo ◽  
Eman G. Behiry ◽  
Manar I. Mahmoud
Keyword(s):  
Reagent Strips ◽  
Urine Reagent Strips

scholarly journals Design and application of computer software for collecting color data about urine reagent strips

2013 ◽  
Vol 06 (08) ◽  
pp. 782-787 ◽  
Author(s):  
Longcong Chen ◽  
Hongming Tan ◽  
Gaiqin Liu ◽  
Changyou Chen ◽  
Ping Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Computer Software ◽  
Color Data ◽  
Reagent Strips ◽  
Urine Reagent Strips ◽  
Design And Application

scholarly journals Rapid diagnosis of schistosomiasis in Yemen using a simple questionnaire and urine reagent strips

2014 ◽  
Vol 20 (04) ◽  
pp. 242-249 ◽  
Author(s):  
H.K. Bassiouny ◽  
A.A. Hasab ◽  
N.A. El Nimr ◽  
L.A. Al Shibani ◽  
A.A. Al Waleedi
Keyword(s):  
Rapid Diagnosis ◽  
Reagent Strips ◽  
Urine Reagent Strips

scholarly journals Provision of Virtual Outpatient Care during the COVID-19 Pandemic and Beyond: Enabling Factors and Experiences from the UBC Pharmacists Clinic

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 7
Author(s):  
Jillian Reardon ◽  
Jamie Yuen ◽  
Timothy Lim ◽  
Richard Ng ◽  
Barbara Gobis
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Enabling Factors ◽  
High Satisfaction ◽  
Technological Barriers

The COVID-19 pandemic has generated an unprecedented level of interest in, and uptake of, technology-enabled virtual health care delivery as clinicians seek ways to safely care for patients with physical distancing. This paper describes the UBC Pharmacists Clinic’s technical systems and lessons learned using enabling technology and the provision of virtual patient care by pharmacists.    Of 2036 scheduled appointments at the clinic in 2019, only 1.5% of initial appointments were conducted virtually which increased to 64% for follow-up appointments. Survey respondents (n = 18) indicated an overall high satisfaction with the format, quality of care delivery, ease of use and benefits to their overall health. Other reports indicate that the majority of patients would like the option to book appointments electronically, email their healthcare provider, and have telehealth visits, although a small minority (8%) have access to virtual modes of care. The Clinic team is bridging the technology gap to better align virtual service provision with patient preferences. Practical advice and information gained through experience are shared here.  As the general population and health care providers become increasingly comfortable with video conferencing as a result of COVID-19, it is anticipated that requests for video appointments will increase, technological barriers will decrease and conditions will enable providers to increase their virtual care capabilities. Lessons learned at the Clinic have application to pharmacists in both out-patient and in-patient care settings.   Article Type: Clinical Experience

scholarly journals Surgical Options and Approaches for Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding: When do we operate and what do we do?

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (01) ◽  
pp. 010-015
Author(s):  
Laura Greco ◽  
Jeanette Zhang ◽  
Howard Ross
Keyword(s):  
Gastrointestinal Bleeding ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Optimal Patient Care ◽  
Surgical Options ◽  
Newer Anticoagulants

AbstractLower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGIB) is a common entity encountered by the surgeon. Though most LGIB stops on its own, familiarity with the diagnoses and their treatments is critical to optimal patient care. Even in 2016, surgery may be required. Advances in imaging have led to an enhanced ability to localize bleeding. Newer anticoagulants have developed which provide ease of use to the patient, but challenges to caregivers when bleeding arises.

scholarly journals A simple approach improving the performance of urine reagent strips for rapid diagnosis of urinary schistosomiasis in Nigerian schoolchildren

2009 ◽  
Vol 104 (3) ◽  
pp. 456-461 ◽  
Author(s):  
Uade Samuel Ugbomoiko ◽  
Victor Dalumo ◽  
Liana Ariza ◽  
Fernando Schemelzer Moraes Bezerra ◽  
Jorg Heukelbach
Keyword(s):  
Rapid Diagnosis ◽  
Simple Approach ◽  
Urinary Schistosomiasis ◽  
Reagent Strips ◽  
Urine Reagent Strips

A feasibility study using a touchscreen tool in the AYA population.

2013 ◽  
Vol 31 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. 9575-9575
Author(s):  
Jonathan R. Espenschied ◽  
Julie Anna Wolfson ◽  
Alicia Bogardus ◽  
Yanjun Chen ◽  
Jeanelle Folbrecht ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Feasibility Study ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Support Staff ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Completion Rate ◽  
Care Team ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Clinical Support

9575 Background: Adolescent and young adults (AYA) 15 to 39 years present unique health care needs; however, barriers to communication of treatment-related and psychosocial difficulties exist. We hypothesized that a tailored AYA Touchscreen Tool (AYATT) in cancer patients/survivors would facilitate patient-provider communication, toward the larger goal of timely intervention. As a first step, we evaluated the feasibility of such a tool, operationally defined as an 80% acceptance and completion rate. Methods: Eligible City of Hope AYA patients receiving treatment and follow up care for oncologic or hematologic disease were systematically approached for study participation. Target accrual to assess feasibility was set at 50 participants. Consented patients completed a concise AYATT battery, mostly standardized measures, assessing access to care (CHIS), needs, neurocognitive function (BRIEF-A, CogState), and other quality of life (PedsQL) issues. Patients and clinical/support staff completed satisfaction and ease-of-use surveys to further evaluate feasibility. Results: 54 participants were accrued over 8 weeks, with a 96% completion rate exceeding our primary feasibility criteria. At the time of participation: Mean age=26.2 years; Range 15.3 to 38.9 years. Acceptability was high with positive responses throughout the survey. Based on patient responses, the AYATT helped 52% remember issues they had, or have, with their care or treatment; 39% were encouraged to discuss medical issues with their care team that they might not have discussed; 92% found it a useful way to communicate with their health care team; and 98% would recommend that other patients use AYATT. A separate survey from 31/36 clinical/support staff reported AYATT had minimal negative impact in clinic or patient care, increased communication, and was useful in maintaining/improving care. Conclusions: The aggregate findings from this feasibility study support utilizing a tailored touchscreen device in the AYA oncology population. Predictably, high levels of computer knowledge in our AYA cohort may account for the success and acceptance of using such a tool. These results provide evidence for further exploration and continued use in the AYA clinic and patient care setting.

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