Medicina intensiva
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To describe the transfusion practice in the ICUs in Spain, according to national and international recommendations (guidelines). ⋯ In this multicenter cross-sectional study, a transfusion prevalence of 9.9% was observed in Spanish critical care units. The most frequent blood product transfused was red blood cells and the main reasons for transfusion were acute anemia with hemodynamic impact and analytical criteria. Mortality of transfused patients was higher.
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Editorial Comment
Bacterial resistance unrelated to antibiotic use: The perfect excuse?
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To propose a predictive model of secondary traumatic stress. ⋯ This predictive model of secondary traumatic stress identifies protective factors which could be reinforced, such as harmonious passion, and risk factors which should be reduced, such as empathy and emotional effort, with a view to promoting quality of care and quality of life among these professionals.