Journal of evaluation in clinical practice
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Impact of text message reminders on immunosuppressive medication adherence among kidney transplant recipients: A randomized controlled study.
One of the most common problems encountered in transplant patients is nonadherence with immunosuppressive drugs, one of the most important reasons for graft rejection. ⋯ Sending text message reminders to kidney transplant recipients is a statistically and clinically effective intervention to improve immunosuppressive medication adherence.
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This study was conducted to determine the effect of nurses' attitudes towards evidence-based practices on individualised nursing care. ⋯ Positive attitude towards evidence-based nursing practices positively affects individualised care. Variables such as professional experience positively affect nurses' attitudes towards evidence-based nursing. A positive and significant relationship was found between nurses' attitudes towards evidence-based practice and their attitudes towards individualised care.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Assessing Theoretical Considerations of Effects Within a Behavioural Obesity Treatment in Women: Implications for Medical Professional Referral.
Obesity is an increasing medical issue not responding well to behavioural treatments beyond their initial weeks/months. ⋯ Findings support the addressed behavioural theories within a community-based obesity treatment model that emphasized exercise for its psychosocial impacts on dietary behaviours and sustained weight loss. Based on the present empirical supports, medical professionals should consider referral to such approaches before (or in combination with) surgical or pharmacological methods.
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Comparative Study
Comparison of forearm and intra-arterial blood pressure measurements according to body and arm positions in obese patients.
Noninvasive blood pressure (BP) monitoring is very important also difficult for accurate diagnosis and monitor of obese patients. ⋯ Forearm systolic BP measurement, especially in the supine and half-sitting position with the arm below the heart level position, was best agreement with intra-arterial measurement, regarded as the gold standard. For this reason, it is more appropriate to use forearm BP measurement in obese patients monitored in intensive care to obtain accurate results.
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This study aims to determine the awareness levels and factors affecting it, along with prevalent misconceptions about Steatotic Liver Disease (SLD) among participants with high-risk indicators. ⋯ The findings highlight the gap between comprehensive and partial awareness of SLD among high-risk individuals. Educational level and informed understanding of SLD risks are crucial for improving awareness, emphasizing the need for specialized educational efforts and risk communication to high-risk patients.