International journal of clinical practice
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Int. J. Clin. Pract. · Jan 2022
Perfectionism and Emotional Intelligence: A Person-Centered Approach.
This study examined the relationship between perfectionistic concerns (PC) and perfectionistic strivings (PS) with the subcomponents of emotional intelligence (EI) through a latent class person-centered approach. A sample of 1582 Ecuadorian adolescents (619 females) aged from 12 to 18 was employed. ⋯ High perfectionism significantly scored higher on emotional attention in comparison with the moderate and nonperfectionism classes, with small and moderate effect sizes. Overall, results suggest that people with high perfectionism might be at greater risk of developing maladaptive emotional self-regulation strategies, such as rumination, because of their tendency to excessively attend their negative mood states.
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Int. J. Clin. Pract. · Jan 2022
Evaluating the Optimal Operating Table Height for ProSeal-LMA™ Insertion.
ProSeal-Laryngeal Mask Airway™ (P-LMA™) is one of the commonly used laryngeal mask airways. Despite the proper insertion technique, suboptimal positioning and airway morbidity still occurs. This study explored the possibility of the operating table height position affecting successful P-LMA™ placement. ⋯ The lowest rib margin anatomical landmark can be used as a guide in achieving the optimal operating table height for successful P-LMA™ placement.
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Int. J. Clin. Pract. · Jan 2022
Association between Gut Microbiota Dysbiosis and the CHA2DS2-VASc Score in Atrial Fibrillation Patients.
In our previous studies, we found a disordered taxonomic composition and function of gut microbiota (GM) in atrial fibrillation (AF) patients. However, direct evidence about the association between dysbiotic microbiota and thromboembolic risk in AF is lacking. ⋯ Imbalance of GM and microbial dysfunction are involved in aggravated thromboembolic risk of AF.
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Int. J. Clin. Pract. · Jan 2022
The Influence of Salt Sensitivity Phenotype on Sodium Excretion and Diuresis: A Chrononutrition Pilot Study.
Chrononutrition studies on interaction of diet/nutrients on endogenous circadian clocks and meal timing on metabolic homeostasis may be of importance in the management of nocturnal polyuria (NP), owing to loss of circadian rhythm in nighttime urination. Dietary salt restriction is an increasingly popular lifestyle recommendation for NP patients. ⋯ Taken together, salt sensitivity profile and type and time of fluid intake are important considerations to build effective personalized lifestyle recommendations for NP patients, which needs further investigation.
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Int. J. Clin. Pract. · Jan 2022
Incidence and Complications of Atrial Fibrillation in a Low Socioeconomic and High Disability United States (US) Population: A Combined Statistical and Machine Learning Approach.
Poor socioeconomic status coupled with individual disability is significantly associated with incident atrial fibrillation (AF) and AF-related adverse outcomes, with the information currently lacking for US cohorts. We examined AF incidence/complications and the dynamic nature of associated risk factors in a large socially disadvantaged US population. ⋯ A combination of low socioeconomic status and disability contributes to AF incidence and complications, elevating risks to higher levels relative to the general population. ML algorithms can be used to identify AF patients at high risk of clinical events. While further research is definitely in need on this socially important issue, the reported investigation is unique in which it integrates the general case about the subject due to the different ethnic groups around the world under a unified culture stemming from residing in the US.