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Ethical Decision – Making as Applied to Healthcare Providers Practice
Rana Tahir Naveed,
Mansour Awad M.,
ALShalahi Mohammed H.,
AlJohani Abdulrahman A.,
Rami M. Almutairi
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 3, July 2017
Pages:
77-80
Received:
20 February 2017
Accepted:
11 March 2017
Published:
14 April 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170103.11
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Abstract: Health care providers face countless challenges when conducting patient teaching. The complexities of the health care system as well as continuing strides in technology and treatment protocols make it difficult to keep pace, not only in providing care, but also in teaching patients about medical conditions, self - care and drug therapies. Furthermore, patients want to receive accurate information from trustworthy health care providers.
Abstract: Health care providers face countless challenges when conducting patient teaching. The complexities of the health care system as well as continuing strides in technology and treatment protocols make it difficult to keep pace, not only in providing care, but also in teaching patients about medical conditions, self - care and drug therapies. Furthermo...
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The Influence of Environmental Factors on Biological Parameters of Musca Domestica (Diptera: Muscidae)
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 3, July 2017
Pages:
81-87
Received:
10 March 2017
Accepted:
31 March 2017
Published:
5 May 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170103.12
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Abstract: Influence of different temperatures (20-35°C) , moisture (relative humidities, 12, 52, 75 and 98%) and larval densities (100, 400, 600, and 1000) on the development time and mortality of the Musca domestica as well as impact of the survival rate, longevity, fecundity and fertility of adult M. domestica at temperatures (20-35°C) was studied. Present results indicated that the temperature was a great influence on mortality and development time of all immature and adult stages and the temperatures from 20 to 25°C have all the earmarks of being most appropriate for the egg, larva and pupa development.There was no significant overall mortality at 25°C under moisture levels of 52%, 75% and the development time of all immature and adult stages at a relative humidity (12% or 98%) significant increased and also, the mortality from egg to adult were significant increasing with increasing immature density. Larval density has a huge impact on the time required for the development of all immature stages and adult. The temperature was a great influence on the survival rate, longevity, number of eggs/female (fecundity) and fertility of the adult. So it can be concluded from this study that different temperature from 20 to 35°C induced a reduction in survival rate, longevity of adult, number of eggs/female (fecundity) and fertility. The data will be important for predicting dynamic of the fly population and geographical distribution that can assists in the development of anti-flystrategies. The results will be important to predict the fly’spopulation dynamics and geographical distribution, which would help develop the fly control strategies.
Abstract: Influence of different temperatures (20-35°C) , moisture (relative humidities, 12, 52, 75 and 98%) and larval densities (100, 400, 600, and 1000) on the development time and mortality of the Musca domestica as well as impact of the survival rate, longevity, fecundity and fertility of adult M. domestica at temperatures (20-35°C) was studied. Present...
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Prevalence of Soil-Transmitted Helminths (STH) in Nursery, Primary and Secondary Schools in Nkondjock Sub-division: A School Level-Based Cross-Sectional Study
Ngangnang Ghislain R.,
V. Khan Payne,
Etung Kollins,
Megwi Leonelle,
Yamssi Cedric,
Mpoame Mbida
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 3, July 2017
Pages:
88-91
Received:
3 April 2017
Accepted:
17 April 2017
Published:
15 June 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170103.13
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Abstract: Parasitic infections due to Soil-Transmitted Helminths (STH) represent an actual public health problem over the world and mostly in developing countries. The present study aimed at assessing the extent of geohelminths infections among school age children of Nkondjock Council in Cameroon, and to make recommendations for control. Eight publics and privates schools of four villages were sampled and grouped into Nursery, Primary and Secondary schools. A total of 417 stools were sampled from 103 children in Nursery, 118 in Primary and 196 in Secondary schools and examined in the Laboratory of Medical Analysis of the Integrated Health Centre of Ndock-Samba, following physical flotation method (Willis’s technique) and direct examination for qualitative analysis. Three species of geohelminths was identified, particularly Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura and Hookworm (Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus). The results showed an overall prevalence of 24.5% of infection where the highest prevalence of this infection was 28.5% in Secondary schools and the lowest was 13.6% in Nursery schools. Ascaris lumbricoides and Trichuris trichiura were the most prevalent respectively in Nursery and Secondary schools with 6.8% and 13.6% while, Hookworm was most prevalent in Primary school with 15.3%. Data obtained suggest that STH are important public health problems hence actions is imperative against deficiencies in sanitary facilities, improper disposal of human faeces, insufficient supplies of potable water, poor personal hygiene and substandard housing.
Abstract: Parasitic infections due to Soil-Transmitted Helminths (STH) represent an actual public health problem over the world and mostly in developing countries. The present study aimed at assessing the extent of geohelminths infections among school age children of Nkondjock Council in Cameroon, and to make recommendations for control. Eight publics and pr...
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Effect of Abamectin on Biochemical, Immunological and Histological Parameters of Hamster Infected with Schistosoma mansoni
Amira I. El-Kabbany,
Rania S. Hamza,
Somaya M. Ismail,
Khaled I. Ghaled
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 3, July 2017
Pages:
92-101
Received:
4 April 2017
Accepted:
18 April 2017
Published:
20 June 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170103.14
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Abstract: Abamectin (avermectin) is a natural fermentation product of Streptomyces avermitilis and is widely used as a pesticide. Recently, it has been used as an antiparasitic agent. This study aims at assessing the impact of abamectin on hamsters infected with Schistosoma mansoni. Parasitological, histopathological parameters, glycolytic enzymes, liver function enzymes and cytokines were assessed in an infected hamster model. The data indicated that a significant decrease in the number of worms in Abamectin treated group as well as in the number of mature and live ova in the treated group. Also, treatment of the infected hamster with Abamectin recorded no significant difference in all glycolytic enzymes (PK, GPI and HK). Furthermore, Abamectin recorded no significant difference in the level of LDH, AST and ALT (liver function enzymes) as compared to S. mansoni infected group. In addition, immunization caused a slight decline in granuloma diameter, an increase in the immunoglobulins and cytokines. Also, histopathological results showed that Abamectin caused multinucleated histolytic inflammatory giant cell with cytoplasmic engulfed foreign bilharzial pigment in the liver tissue without viable bilharzial egg. In conclusion, the present data indicated that significant decline of parasitological parameters and no side effects of most parameters compared to the normal healthy control group.
Abstract: Abamectin (avermectin) is a natural fermentation product of Streptomyces avermitilis and is widely used as a pesticide. Recently, it has been used as an antiparasitic agent. This study aims at assessing the impact of abamectin on hamsters infected with Schistosoma mansoni. Parasitological, histopathological parameters, glycolytic enzymes, liver fun...
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Significant Clinical Symptoms and Signs in Knee Osteoarthritis Patients: Relation to a Diagnosis of Knee Osteoarthritis
Young-Jin Ri,
Po-Hum Ri,
Myong-Son Ri,
Myong-Hak Ri,
Paek-Hwa Kim,
Jin-Ju Ri
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 3, July 2017
Pages:
102-107
Received:
28 March 2017
Accepted:
2 May 2017
Published:
22 June 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170103.15
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Abstract: Osteoarthritis(OA) is often diagnosed by an overall clinical presentations based upon the patient's age and history, findings on physical examination, and laboratory and/or radiographic findings. The present study has thus helped in making a diagnosis of knee OA based upon significant clinical symptoms and signs of the disease condition which might help to detect the early stages of knee OA in patients with knee pain.
Abstract: Osteoarthritis(OA) is often diagnosed by an overall clinical presentations based upon the patient's age and history, findings on physical examination, and laboratory and/or radiographic findings. The present study has thus helped in making a diagnosis of knee OA based upon significant clinical symptoms and signs of the disease condition which might...
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25-Hydroxyvitamin D3 Deficiency and Dyslipidemia in Type 2 Diabetic Subjects
Azhar Memon,
Muhammad Atif Ata,
Shumaila Shaikh,
Haji Khan Khoharo
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 3, July 2017
Pages:
108-112
Received:
12 February 2017
Accepted:
13 April 2017
Published:
11 July 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcm.20170103.16
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Abstract: The present Observational study was conducted to estimate the 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 deficiency and its association with dyslipidemia in type 2 Diabetes mellitus subjects at the Department of Medicine, Isra University Hospital and Consultant Clinics Hyderabad from January 2014 to July 2014. A sample of 310 diagnosed type 2 DM were selected through non-probability purposive sampling according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. Serum 25-OH-D3 was estimated by ARCHITECT I 1000 system. Lipids sub fractions were analyzed according to standard methods. Data was analyzed on SPSS version 21.0. Data was analyzed on SPSS version 21.0. Continuous and categorical variables were analyzed by student’s t test and chi square test respectively. The associations of various lipid fractions with vitamin D3 were analyzed by Pearson’s correlation. The significant p-value was taken at ≤ 0.05. Reduced 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 levels were observed in 84.1% (n = 261). The 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 levels as low as 6ng/dl was observed in present study. The lipid profile status of subjects with normal and reduced 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 showed significant differences (p = 0.001). Triglycerides, LDLc, VLDLc, and Cholesterols exhibited an inverse correlation with 25 hydroxyvitamin D3; however a positive correlation was noted for HDL cholesterol. In conclusion, the vitamin D3 deficiency was observed in type 2 diabetic subject and showed independent association with dyslipidemia in type 2 diabetics.
Abstract: The present Observational study was conducted to estimate the 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 deficiency and its association with dyslipidemia in type 2 Diabetes mellitus subjects at the Department of Medicine, Isra University Hospital and Consultant Clinics Hyderabad from January 2014 to July 2014. A sample of 310 diagnosed type 2 DM were selected through no...
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