Articles: covid-19.
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The COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased the global burden of respiratory morbidity and mortality. In Spain, 2020 saw a 68.5% surge in deaths from respiratory diseases compared to 2019, largely due to COVID-19. This study aims to describe respiratory disease mortality in Spain from 2019 to 2022, focusing on the intersection of COVID-19, pre-existing respiratory conditions, and specific health determinants. ⋯ Despite overall mortality returning to pre-pandemic levels, this study highlights a significant increase in respiratory disease deaths in Spain in 2022 compared to 2019.
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Meta Analysis
Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of Nursing students: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
There is an increased prevalence of mental health problems in various population groups as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences, especially regarding anxiety, stress, depression, fear, and sleep disturbances, require to be investigated longitudinally. ⋯ As the pandemic progressed, hygiene and prevention measures became more effective, and the lethality of the virus decreased. The prevalence of the negative psychological effects also decreased from the onset in 2020 until the end of 2022. Due to the impact of the pandemic on global health, preventive measures should include personal, family, emotional, economic, educational, professional, and mental health approaches.
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Spontaneous retroperitoneal hematoma (SRH) is a rare but potentially fatal condition, often associated with anticoagulation therapy. With the global prevalence of COVID-19 and the widespread use of anticoagulants in its management, there is an increasing need to recognize rare but serious complications like SRH. This case report aims to emphasize the importance of early recognition and intervention of SRH in patients with COVID-19 undergoing anticoagulation therapy, to improve patient outcomes and reduce mortality. ⋯ This case underscores the critical need for vigilance in monitoring patients on anticoagulation therapy, particularly those with COVID-19, for signs of SRH. Early recognition and prompt intervention are essential to improve outcomes. Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for SRH in patients presenting with unexplained abdominal pain and hypovolemic shock, even in the absence of typical risk factors.
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Observational Study
Assessment of bacterial positivity rate changes in anesthesia machine internal circuits within recovery rooms and associated risk factors.
The objective of this study is to investigate bacterial proliferation within the internal circuits of anesthesia machines in post-anesthesia care units (PACUs) following the implementation of the new protocol, where 'a single dedicated external circuit is used for each individual patient.' This measure was introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, in alignment with a novel prevention and control strategy. ⋯ Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, characterized by the adoption of new prevention and control protocols, the disinfection interval for internal circuits of anesthesia machines in PACUs may potentially be extended. However, the emphasis of disinfection should still be placed on those anesthesia machines that have been used for a longer cumulative surgical duration and by a higher number of elderly patients over 60 years old. This approach ensures that resources are allocated effectively.