scholarly journals Decontamination Methods for Respiratory Protection Mask Model N95: A Rapid Review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Livia Fernandes Probst ◽  
Ana Tereza Gomes Guerrero ◽  
Andréia Insabralde de Queiroz Cardoso ◽  
Antônio José Grande ◽  
Mariana Garcia Croda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Review Process ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Respiratory Protection ◽  
Limited Applicability ◽  
Wet Heat ◽  
Heat Pasteurization ◽  
Hydrogen Peroxide Vapor ◽  
Positive Results ◽  
Systematic Review Process

Abstract Background: N95 respiratory protection masks are used by healthcare professionals to prevent contamination with infectious microorganisms transmitted by droplets or aerosols. Methods: We conducted a rapid review of the literature analyzing the effectiveness of decontamination methods for mask reuse. The review was carried out in April 2020 using a simplification of the formal systematic review process. A total of 166 articles were retrieved of which 17 laboratory-based studies were selected. Results: Two of the studies only examined the effectiveness of decontamination methods, seven only reported on the maintenance of mask integrity, and eight considered both outcomes. Twelve decontamination methods were included in the studies. Conclusions: Positive results should be considered with caution as they represent a small number of studies, reflect ideal laboratory conditions, and may have limited applicability in realistic situations and for health systems. Nonetheless, five methods appear promising: hydrogen peroxide vapor, ultraviolet irradiation, dry heat, wet heat/pasteurization, and microwave ovens.

scholarly journals Mask decontamination methods (model N95) for respiratory protection: a rapid review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Livia Fernandes Probst ◽  
Ana Tereza Gomes Guerrero ◽  
Andréia Insabralde de Queiroz Cardoso ◽  
Antônio José Grande ◽  
Mariana Garcia Croda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Respiratory Protection ◽  
Dry Heat ◽  
Wet Heat ◽  
Isopropanol Solution ◽  
Heat Pasteurization ◽  
High Level ◽  
Hydrogen Peroxide Vapor

Abstract Background: N95 respiratory protection masks are used by healthcare professionals to prevent contamination from infectious microorganisms transmitted by droplets or aerosols.Methods: We conducted a rapid review of the literature analyzing the effectiveness of decontamination methods for mask reuse. The database searches were carried out up to September 2020. The systematic review was conducted in a way which simplified the stages of a complete systematic review, due to the worldwide necessity on reliable fast evidences on this matter.Results: A total of 563 articles were retrieved of which 48 laboratory-based studies were selected. Fifteen decontamination methods were included in the studies. A total of 19 laboratory studies used Hydrogen peroxide, 21 studies used ultraviolet germicidal irradiation,4 studies used ethylene oxide, 11 studies used dry heat, 9 studies used moist heat, 5 studies used ethanol, two studies used isopropanol solution, 11 studies used microwave oven, 10 studies used sodium hypochlorite, seven studies used autoclave, three studies used electric rice cooker, one study used cleaning wipes, one study used bar soap, one study used water, one study used multi-purpose high-level disinfection cabinet and another one used chlorine dioxide. Five methods promising: hydrogen peroxide vapor, ultraviolet irradiation, dry heat, wet heat/pasteurization, and microwave ovens.Conclusions: We have presented the best available evidence on masks decontamination, nevertheless, its applicability are limited due to few studies on the topic and lack of studies on real environments.

scholarly journals Decontamination methods for respiratory protection mask model N95: a rapid review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Livia Fernandes Probst ◽  
Ana Tereza Gomes Guerrero ◽  
Andréia Insabralde de Queiroz Cardoso ◽  
Antônio José Grande ◽  
Mariana Garcia Croda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Respiratory Protection ◽  
Dry Heat ◽  
Limited Applicability ◽  
Wet Heat ◽  
Isopropanol Solution ◽  
Heat Pasteurization ◽  
High Level

Abstract Background: N95 respiratory protection masks are used by healthcare professionals to prevent contamination with infectious microorganisms transmitted by droplets or aerosols.Methods: We conducted a rapid review of the literature analyzing the effectiveness of decontamination methods for mask reuse. The review was carried out in September 2020 using a simplification of the formal systematic review process, which simplified the stages of a complete systematic review, including the exclusion of an assessment of study methodology.Results: A total of 563 articles were retrieved of which 48 laboratory-based studies were selected. Fifteen decontamination methods were included in the studies. Hydrogen peroxide was evaluated by 19 laboratory studies, ultraviolet germicidal irradiation by 21, ethylene oxide by 4, dry heat by 11, moist heat by 9, ethanol by 5, isopropanol solution by 2, microwave oven by 11, sodium hypochlorite by 10, autoclave by 7, electric rice cooker by 3, cleaning wipes by 1, bar soap and water 1, multi-Purpose High-Level Disinfection Cabinet by 1 and chlorine dioxide by 1. Five methods appear promising: hydrogen peroxide vapor, ultraviolet irradiation, dry heat, wet heat/pasteurization, and microwave ovens.Conclusions: Positive results should be considered with caution as they represent a small number of studies, reflect ideal laboratory conditions, and may have limited applicability in realistic situations and for health systems.

scholarly journals Mask decontamination methods (model N95) for respiratory protection: a rapid review

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Livia Fernandes Probst ◽  
Ana Tereza Gomes Guerrero ◽  
Andréia Insabralde de Queiroz Cardoso ◽  
Antonio Jose Grande ◽  
Mariana Garcia Croda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Respiratory Protection ◽  
Dry Heat ◽  
Wet Heat ◽  
Isopropanol Solution ◽  
Heat Pasteurization ◽  
High Level ◽  
Hydrogen Peroxide Vapor

Abstract Background N95 respiratory protection masks are used by healthcare professionals to prevent contamination from infectious microorganisms transmitted by droplets or aerosols. Methods We conducted a rapid review of the literature analyzing the effectiveness of decontamination methods for mask reuse. The database searches were carried out up to September 2020. The systematic review was conducted in a way which simplified the stages of a complete systematic review, due to the worldwide necessity for reliable fast evidences on this matter. Results A total of 563 articles were retrieved of which 48 laboratory-based studies were selected. Fifteen decontamination methods were included in the studies. A total of 19 laboratory studies used hydrogen peroxide, 21 studies used ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, 4 studies used ethylene oxide, 11 studies used dry heat, 9 studies used moist heat, 5 studies used ethanol, two studies used isopropanol solution, 11 studies used microwave oven, 10 studies used sodium hypochlorite, 7 studies used autoclave, 3 studies used an electric rice cooker, 1 study used cleaning wipes, 1 study used bar soap, 1 study used water, 1 study used multi-purpose high-level disinfection cabinet, and another 1 study used chlorine dioxide. Five methods that are promising are as follows: hydrogen peroxide vapor, ultraviolet irradiation, dry heat, wet heat/pasteurization, and microwave ovens. Conclusions We have presented the best available evidence on mask decontamination; nevertheless, its applicability is limited due to few studies on the topic and the lack of studies on real environments.

Externalising tacit knowledge of the systematic review process

IET Software ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 298-307 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra Camargo Pinto Ferraz Fabbri ◽  
Katia Romero Felizardo ◽  
Fabiano Cutigi Ferrari ◽  
Elis Cristina Montoro Hernandes ◽  
Fábio Roberto Octaviano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Tacit Knowledge ◽  
Review Process ◽  
Systematic Review Process

Recommendations for Postsecondary Transitions for Autism Spectrum Disorder Based on Family Experiences

2021 ◽  
Vol 75 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 7512510274p1-7512510274p1
Author(s):  
Erin McGee ◽  
Betti Ahmed ◽  
Christopher Trujillo
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Review Process ◽  
Transition Process ◽  
Transition Services ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Family Experiences ◽  
Postsecondary Transitions ◽  
Systematic Review Process

Abstract Date Presented Accepted for AOTA INSPIRE 2021 but unable to be presented due to online event limitations. As the number of those with autism spectrum disorder increases, the need for postsecondary transition services does as well. Current research acknowledges parents and caretakers as a vital part of the transition process, but there is currently no standardized way to include them. Through a systematic review process examining parent and family experiences, best practices were developed to increase feelings of preparedness and decrease anxiety for all parties. Primary Author and Speaker: Erin McGee Additional Authors and Speakers: Betti Ahmed Contributing Authors: Christopher Trujillo

scholarly journals Bias Due to Changes in Specified Outcomes during the Systematic Review Process

PLoS ONE ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. e9810 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jamie J. Kirkham ◽  
Doug G. Altman ◽  
Paula R. Williamson
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Review Process ◽  
Systematic Review Process

scholarly journals A Rapid Process for Identifying and Prioritizing Technology-Based Tools for Health System Implementation (Preprint)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily R Dibble ◽  
Bradley E Iott ◽  
Allen J Flynn ◽  
Darren P King ◽  
Mark P MacEachern ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Health System ◽  
Review Process ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Review Panel ◽  
Environmental Scan ◽  
System Leaders ◽  
Evidence Review

BACKGROUND Health system decisions to put new technologies into clinical practice require a rapid and trustworthy decision-making process informed by best evidence. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to present a rapid evidence review process that can be used to inform health system leaders and clinicians seeking to implement new technology tools to improve patient-clinician decision making and patient-oriented outcomes. METHODS The rapid evidence review process we pioneered involved 5 sequential subprocesses: (1) environmental scan, (2) expert panel recruitment, (3) host evidence review panel, (4) analysis, and (5) local validation panel. We conducted an environmental scan of health information technology (IT) literature to identify relevant digital tools in oncology care. We synthesized the recent literature using current evidence review methods, creating visual summaries for use by a national panel of experts. Panelists were taken through a 6-hour modified Delphi process to prioritize tools for implementation. Findings from the rapid evidence review panel were taken to a local validation panel for further rapid review during a 3-hour session. RESULTS Our rapid evidence review process shows promise for informing decision making by reducing the amount of time and resources needed to identify and prioritize adoption of IT tools. Despite evidence of improved patient outcomes, panelists had substantial concerns about implementing patient-reported outcome tracking tools, voicing concerns about liability, lack of familiarity with new technology, and additional time and workflow changes such tools would require. Instead, clinicians favored technologies that did not require clinician involvement. CONCLUSIONS Health system leaders can use the rapid evidence review process presented here to usefully inform local technology adoption, implementation, and use in practice.

scholarly journals Addressing challenges with systematic review teams through effective communication: a case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 109 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda C. O’Dwyer ◽  
Q. Eileen Wafford
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Review Process ◽  
Communication Strategies ◽  
Core Competency ◽  
Effective Communication ◽  
Low Energy ◽  
Full Participation ◽  
Systematic Review Process

Background: Every step in the systematic review process has challenges, ranging from resistance by review teams to adherence to standard methodology to low-energy commitment to full participation. These challenges can derail the project and result in significant delays, duplication of work, and failure to complete the review. Communication during the systematic review process is key to ensuring it runs smoothly and is identified as a core competency for librarians involved in systematic reviews.Case Presentation: This case report presents effective communication approaches that our librarians employ to address challenges encountered while working with systematic review teams. The communication strategies we describe engage teams through information, questions, and action items and lead to productive collaborations with publishable systematic reviews.Conclusions: Effective communication with review teams keeps systematic review projects moving forward. The techniques covered in this case study strive to minimize misunderstandings, educate collaborators, and, in our experience, have led to multiple successful collaborations and publications. Librarians working in the systematic review space will recognize these challenges and can adapt these techniques to their own environments.

scholarly journals The Benefits of Gamification in the English Learning Context

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 32-47
Author(s):  
Eka Fajar Rahmani
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Review Process ◽  
English Education ◽  
English Learning ◽  
Learning Context ◽  
English Class ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
The Us ◽  
Context Of Learning ◽  
Positive Results

ABSTRACTThis study aims at displaying the results of reviewing research-based articles about gamification in the context of learning English. The concept of games has changed from a self-entertainment into an edutainment through adjustments and modifications. This notion is adapted by teachers in big countries such as Poland, China, and the US to enhance their English class with surprisingly ensuing positive results (Rothwell & Shaffer, 2019). These results have triggered the writer to find out more about the benefits of gamification and to conduct qualitative research through the review process. The writer collected and analyzed thirteen relevant articles from journals and websites. The results indicated that gamification indeed brought benefits to students. The foremost results included motivation improvement, promoting positive attitudes and better performances, fostering 21st-century skills and better cognitive achievements, encouraging social interaction and independencies, and improving competitiveness among students during the learning process.ABSTRAKPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk memaparkan hasil dari telaah artikel berbasis riset tentang gamifikasi pada konteks pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris. Konsep permainan telah berubah dari hiburan mandiri menjadi edutainment melalui penyesuaian dan modifikasi. Konsep ini, terutama permainan online, diadaptasi oleh para guru di negara-negara besar seperti Polandia, China, dan US untuk meningkatkan aktifitas kelas Bahasa Inggris mereka dengan yang hasil positif yang mengejutkan (Rothwell & Shaffer, 2019). Hasil ini menjadi motivasi penulis untuk menggali lebih dalam tentang manfaat gamifikasi dalam pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris sehingga penulis melakukan penelitian kualitatif melalui proses review. Penulis telah mengumpulkan dan menganalisa tiga belas artikel yang relevan dari jurnal dan situs web. Hasil analisa menunjukkan bahwa gamifikasi memang bermanfaat bagi siswa. Manfaat yang paling utama yaitu meningkatkan motivasi dan penampilan yang baik, mengembangkan keterampilan Abad 21, mendorong interaksi social dan kebebasan, serta meningkatkan daya saing antar siswa selama pembelajaran. How to Cite: Rahmani, E.F. (2020). The Benefits of Gamification in the English Learning Context. IJEE (Indonesian Journal of English Education), 7(1), 32-47. doi:10.15408/ijee.v7i1.17054

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