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Dissonant imperatives in nursing: a conceptualization of stress in intensive care in Sweden

open access: yes, 2001
The aim of this study was to explore nurses' experiences of stress within the context of intensive care. The theoretical perspective for the study builds on a cognitive-phenomenological-transactional theory of stress and coping and the theory of ...
Lützén, Kim,   +10 more
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Blood Biomarkers of Alzheimer's Disease and Patterns of Structural Brain Changes in the Community

open access: yesAnnals of Neurology, EarlyView.
Objective We aimed to investigate the associations between Alzheimer's disease (AD)‐related blood biomarkers and changes in brain volumes and cerebrovascular burden in community‐dwelling older adults. Methods We included 361 dementia‐free participants with a Mini‐Mental State Examination (MMSE) score ≥ 27 and without prior cerebrovascular events from a
Martina Valletta   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

A multi-phase study of contemporary policy and practice in determining nursing skill mix in acute hospitals in Ireland. [PDF]

open access: yes, 2012
The profession of nursing has undergone significant changes in Ireland in the last decade, within the wider health service reform context. Determining the optimal nursing skill mix for acute hospitals is perceived as important to ensure the efficient use
Shannon, Michael
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Leadership and management in nursing: Concepts analysis [PDF]

open access: yes, 2009
This concept analysis explores the terms leadership and management and their application in the Clinical Nurse Manager position. Clinical Nurse Manager leadership and management preparation, understanding and application impacts on patient care delivery ...
Clarkson, Megan
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Genomic Structural Variations Provide Insights Into Litter Size and Teat Number Traits in Hu Sheep

open access: yesAnimal Research and One Health, EarlyView.
Here, we conducted whole genome sequencing on 300 Hu sheep with an average depth of 16.51X. Two candidate genes associated with litter size and teat number traits were identified, namely MAST2 and AFDN. ABSTRACT Litter size and the teat number are important economic indicators in sheep production.
Xin Xiang   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

An investigation into Information Literacy in nursing practice - how is it experienced, what are its parameters, and how can it be developed? [PDF]

open access: yes
Information Literacy is believed to play a key role in nursing, especially in the context of Evidence-based Practice (EBP), the initiative within health and social care in which clinical practice is informed by research and other evidence in order to ...
Forster, Marc
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Longitudinal Modulation of the Gut Microbiome and Growth Performance by Phytochemicals as Antibiotic Alternatives in Swine Production

open access: yesAnimal Research and One Health, EarlyView.
We conducted a longitudinal trial across nursery, growing, and finishing phases, showing that phytochemical supplementation as a potential antibiotic alternative reduced potential pathogens and promoted beneficial Lactobacillus amylovorus in the nursery phase, and enriched amino acid and carbohydrate metabolism pathways (prediction) during finishing ...
Ziyu Liu   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

Follicle Stimulating Hormone in Cattle Breeding: Fundamentals, Innovations, and Scope

open access: yesAnimal Research and One Health, EarlyView.
FSH is crucial in cattle reproduction, with exogenous administration enhancing breeding and embryo production. Recombinant FSH offers advantages over pituitary‐extracted variants, including fewer injections, reduced stress, and safer production. These innovations improve breeding efficiency, optimize reproductive outcomes, and contribute to sustainable
Muhammad Shahzad   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Identifying Systemic Lupus Erythematosus From Serum Proteomic Profiles Using Machine Learning and Genetic Risk Stratification

open access: yesArthritis &Rheumatology, EarlyView.
Objective Proteome‐wide risk models for lupus remain underexplored. We developed classification models to identify lupus from serum proteomic profiles. Methods Patients with lupus and individuals with other autoimmune diseases in the UK Biobank were included.
Mehmet Hocaoǧlu   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Models for providing improved care in residential care homes: a thematic literature review [PDF]

open access: yes
This Annotated Bibliography is one output from a review of the available research evidence to support improved care in residential care homes as the needs of older people intensify. Key findings The review identified extremely little published evidence
Clay, Diane   +4 more
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