Pak J Med Sci
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This study aims to evaluate medication adherence in hypertensive patients and to identify the influential factors. ⋯ Our study results suggest that medication adherence is good in patients with hypertension (HT). Factors which are effective in medication adherence should be taken into consideration, when evaluating the medication adherence in patients with HT.
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To determine the occurrence of traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) among Saudi preschool children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and compare it with Saudi preschool children without ASD. ⋯ The occurrence of TDIs was higher in Saudi preschool children with ASD than in non-ASD children.
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To compare the effectiveness of learning procedural skills on patients versus mannequins and models. ⋯ Our findings suggest that simulations using models and mannequins for developing procedural skills can be readily incorporated in training programs with potential benefits for teaching infrequently performed or more difficult procedures. Our data suggest potential benefits of initiation of trainings on simulations and mannequins followed by human subject exposure.
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Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR) and Mean Platelet Volume (MPV) have been found to be useful indexes for the diagnosis of sepsis in adults. However, the knowledge of their roles and cut-off values in pediatric patients is limited. The primary objective of this study was to assess the ability of NLR and MPV to predict sepsis in children. A secondary aim was to evaluate the comparison of these parameters with C-reactive Protein (CRP). ⋯ NLR and MPV values should alert clinicians to the possibility of sepsis and to initiate or change antibiotic treatment.
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To compare glottis exposure of the same patients with potentially difficult tracheal intubation (PDTI) subjected to Airtraq laryngoscopy and Macintosh laryngoscopy under consciousness and topical anesthesia. ⋯ Airtraq laryngoscopy could significantly improve the glottis exposure and reduce the difficulty of intubation for patients with potentially tracheal intubation compared to the traditional Macintosh laryngoscopy.