Southern medical journal
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Southern medical journal · Jun 2014
Comparative StudySelf-reported versus actual weight and height data contribute to different weight misperception classifications.
The purpose of the study was to examine potential differences between two approaches to defining adolescent weight misperception. Specifically, weight status perception was compared with self-reported weight status and actual weight status (based on body mass index percentiles calculated from self-reported and actual weights and heights, respectively). Furthermore, the accuracy of assigning weight status based on body mass index percentiles calculated from self-reported weights and heights was assessed by comparing them with actual weight status. ⋯ Researchers should interpret study findings with awareness of potential differences based on the method of calculating weight misperception.
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Southern medical journal · Jun 2014
Intake of key chronic disease-related nutrients among baby boomers.
The dietary habits of baby boomers (people born between 1946 and 1964) undoubtedly will have a substantial impact on their future health; however, dietary information regarding the intake of key chronic disease-related nutrients is lacking for this generation. The objective of this study was to compare the dietary intake of key chronic disease-related nutrients of the baby boomer generation with the previous generation of middle-aged adults. ⋯ The study findings document higher dietary intake of key chronic disease-related nutrients along with reduced vegetable intake among baby boomers compared with the previous generation of middle-aged adults. These findings are indicative of a diet that may contribute to increased rates of chronic disease among individuals in this age group.
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Southern medical journal · Jun 2014
Survey of internal medicine physicians trained in three different eras: reflections on duty-hour reform.
To survey internal medicine physicians and residents who have completed residency in three different eras of medical training regarding their experiences during their intern year and their perceptions of duty-hour reform. ⋯ Survey responses indicated that after 18 months of experience with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education duty-hour restrictions, physician opinions were mixed and a substantial number remain undecided regarding the impact of duty-hour restrictions on resident career preparedness and the quality of patient care.
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Southern medical journal · Jun 2014
Discrepancies in cardiovascular disease risk calculation affect aspirin use recommendations in patients with diabetes.
Aspirin is recommended for cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention in patients who are at high risk for CVD. The objective of this study was to compare agreement between two American Diabetes Association-endorsed CVD risk calculators in identifying candidates for aspirin therapy. ⋯ Improved risk assessment methods are needed to identify patients with diabetes mellitus who benefit from aspirin for the primary prevention of CVD. Prospective trials are needed to provide additional evidence for aspirin use in this population.