J Formos Med Assoc
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While the Emotion Dysregulation Inventory (EDI) for autistic people has been validated in many Western countries, its psychometric properties have remained unclear in East Asia. ⋯ Our findings support the Taiwan version of EDI is a reliable and potentially valid instrument for assessing emotion dysregulation in autistic children and youth in Taiwan.
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Heart failure (HF) management lacks clarity regarding fluid balance strategies, with some studies suggesting potential benefits of liberal fluid intake. This review aims to evaluate both unrestricted and restricted fluid intake, including sodium restriction, in adult HF. ⋯ In summary, the existing studies on this topic are hindered by heterogeneity and relatively small sample sizes. However, when the available data is combined, it suggests that HF patients managed with either liberal or restrictive fluid intake exhibit similar clinical outcomes. It's worth noting that fluid restriction in HF patients might lead to increased serum creatinine levels, decreased BNP and body weight.