Pak J Med Sci
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This study aimed to explore the perceptions of frontline Healthcare Workers (HCWs) towards managing COVID-19 in Tertiary care hospital in Pakistan. ⋯ Negative emotions predominated in the beginning and positive emotions emerged gradually. PPE and administrative support played significant role. HCWs' mental health was maintained in part by their self-coping styles. The findings of this study can be employed to inform and enhance future pandemic response initiatives.
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To compare frequency of caesarean section in singleton primary-para women induced at 39 week and its comparison with conventional management. The other objective was comparison of perinatal and neonatal outcomes. ⋯ No significant difference was observed in frequencies of CS, Foetal, Neonatal, and Maternal outcomes.
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To apply the more accurate technique for mandibular superimposition and provide a valuable reference for the assessment of mandibular tooth movement and condylar remodeling before and after orthodontic treatment. ⋯ All mandibular superimposition procedures, including the voxel- and surface-based ones using the mandibular ramus as a reference, have acceptable surface errors (< 0.20 mm), indicating the good reliability of these techniques. Under the specified conditions, surface-based mandibular superimposition appears to yield a higher degree of precision compared with the voxel-based technique.
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To determine the frequency of new-onset diabetes mellitus (NODM) in patients with COVID-19 in a tertiary care hospital. ⋯ A significant number of patients with COVID-19 infection are prone to develop new-onset diabetes during their admission to the hospital.
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To assess the effects of in-bed cycling (IBC) combined with high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) on arterial oxygen and respiratory dynamics in patients with severe respiratory failure (RF). ⋯ IBC combined with HFNC can significantly improve arterial oxygen levels, lung function, and respiratory dynamics in patients with severe RF. IBC in combination with HFNC is associated with shorter stay time in the ICU, reduced of ICU-acquired weakness, and better physical recovery of patients.