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Pediatrics
Lindsay N. Fuzzell, Sherry Dodd, Sisi Hu, Amanda Hinnant, Sungkyoung Lee, Glen Cameron, Jane M. Garbutt
Summary: This study developed and tested six contextual messages to promote safe firearm storage, finding that all messages were perceived as important and believable and increased parents' intentions to follow safety advice. However, authority messages elicited more negative emotions and resulted in lower intentions to follow safe storage advice.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
K. M. Conrick, M. B. Smith, L. Rooney, E. Morgan, A. Rowhani-Rahbar, M. Moore
Summary: This study examines the relationship between Protestant Christians' religious beliefs and firearm ownership and how it affects their openness to church-based firearm safety interventions. Through grounded theory analysis of interviews, participants were grouped into three categories based on their motivations for owning firearms and their views on the compatibility of Christian values with firearm ownership. The clustering of participants into groups with varying levels of openness to church-based interventions suggests the feasibility of identifying Protestant Christian firearm owners who are open to intervention. This study provides the foundation for tailored interventions in the community that hold promise for efficacy.
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Pediatrics
J. J. De Schipper, A. J. M. Hermans, A. D. C. Jaarsma, F. W. Noordik, S. A. Reijneveld
Summary: Dutch community pediatricians mainly rely on professional guidelines in their daily practice and rarely perform evidence-based practice searches. For psychosocial problems, they prefer extensive interaction with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Barriers to performing evidence-based practice searches include a lack of awareness that not every pediatrician needs to do them, a belief that they are not suitable for psychosocial problems, a lack of confidence, limited access to literature, and a lack of time.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Scott Risney, Hannah Hollon, James Dodington
Summary: Firearm injury is the leading cause of death in children and adolescents in the US, surpassing motor vehicle crashes. A national medical trainee-based program convened in 2021 to increase advocacy efforts around common causes of pediatric injury. The program developed advocacy training tools focused on general firearm injury prevention principles and Child Access Prevention (CAP) laws. The importance of these tools and the need for greater advocacy around pediatric firearm injuries are discussed.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Annie L. Andrews, Xzavier Killings, Elizabeth R. Oddo, Kelsey A. B. Gastineau, Ashley B. Hink
Summary: Firearm injuries are a significant and preventable cause of death among youth in the United States, with black youth being disproportionately affected. Homicide is the most common intent, while suicide also plays a significant role among adolescents aged 10-19. Physician advocacy is crucial in addressing this public health crisis and reducing preventable deaths among youth.
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Rachel Ross, Laura C. Prater, Allison Cole, Ayah Mustafa, Kiet Pham, Monica Zigman Suchsland, Amy Gallagher, Ali Rowhani-Rahbar, Elizabeth A. Phelan
Summary: Chronic conditions, such as mild cognitive impairment and depression, increase the risk of firearm suicide among older adults. However, firearm counseling is not commonly conducted in clinical settings. This study explores provider perspectives on the resources needed to address firearm safety with older adult patients, using the Ottawa Decision Support Framework.
CLINICAL GERONTOLOGIST
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Rinad S. Beidas, Brian K. Ahmedani, Kristin A. Linn, Steven C. Marcus, Christina Johnson, Melissa Maye, Joslyn Westphal, Leslie Wright, Arne L. Beck, Alison M. Buttenheim, Matthew F. Daley, Molly Davis, Marisa E. Elias, Shari Jager-Hyman, Katelin Hoskins, Adina Lieberman, Bridget McArdle, Debra P. Ritzwoller, Dylan S. Small, Courtney Benjamin Wolk, Nathaniel J. Williams, Jennifer M. Boggs
Summary: The ASPIRE trial aims to compare the effectiveness of using the "Nudge" strategy and the "Nudge+" strategy, based on behavioral economic principles, to support clinicians in using the evidence-based firearm safety practice, S.A.F.E. Firearm. The study results will help us understand how best to implement evidence-based practices addressing sensitive health issues in pediatric primary care.
IMPLEMENTATION SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Morgan Ye, Danielle Hessler, Derek Ford, Mindy Benson, Kadiatou Koita, Monica Bucci, Dayna Long, Nadine Burke Harris, Neeta Thakur
Summary: The objective of this study was to conduct a psychometric analysis to derive latent domains of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and related life events and assess their association with health outcomes. The results revealed three domains of maltreatment, household challenges, and social context that were significantly associated with poorer child health.
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Environmental Sciences
Christian Hoover, Aisha S. Dickerson, Aaron J. Specht, Gabrielle Groth Hoover
Summary: The US has the highest number of firearms in the world and primarily uses lead ammunition. This study found that firearm-related lead exposure contributes significantly to elevated blood lead levels in children. The authors recommend further research and prevention efforts to address this potential health risk.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
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Pediatrics
Lars Pape, Gundula Ernst
Summary: A structured health care transition from pediatric medicine to adult medical care is necessary for young people with chronic health care needs. Germany has developed guidelines to support this transition, which include age-adapted patient education, involvement of caregivers, and a structured summary for the receiving physician. These guidelines may help establish globally accepted standards for appropriate support of young people.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Sangita Pudasainee-Kapri
Summary: The study aimed to improve providers' adherence to asthma guidelines through education and implementation of guidelines, leading to enhanced care for asthma patients. Results showed improvement in utilization of key guideline elements, such as assessment, medication adherence, and follow-up visits, among providers.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC NURSING-NURSING CARE OF CHILDREN & FAMILIES
(2021)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Frances M. Aunon, Deborah Azrael, Joseph A. Simonetti, Matthew Miller
Summary: Veteran firearm owners believe that clinicians should provide firearm counseling during routine care when a patient or family member is at heightened risk of firearm injury, according to this study. The findings suggest that most veterans support discussions about firearm safety in specific clinical contexts.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Mat Nawi Zanaridah, Mohd Noor Norhayati, Zakaria Rosnani
Summary: The study aimed to assess the knowledge, practice, and attitudes of primary care practitioners in Selangor, Malaysia towards evidence-based medicine (EBM), as well as identify factors associated with its practice. Findings showed that while many physicians had suboptimal knowledge and low levels of practicing EBM, a majority had a neutral attitude towards it. Factors such as extensive work experience, quick access to online references on mobile phones, and a positive attitude were associated with EBM practice.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Doris Hui Lan Ng, Frederick Hong Xiang Koh, Hazel Ee Ling Yeong, Terence Cheong Wei Huey, Koy Min Chue, Fung Joon Foo, Samuel Teong Huang Chew
Summary: This paper aims to provide evidence-based best-practice recommendations to improve the nutritional status of hospitalized patients and enhance clinical outcomes after discharge through a comprehensive team approach and individualized nutrition care plans.
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Pediatrics
Brittany L. Johnson, Kristen Beckworth, Avni Bhalakia, Annalyn DeMello, Bindi Naik-Mathuria
Summary: This study presents the development and concept testing of a firearm safety guidance (FSG) training program for pediatric providers, aiming to increase their delivery of FSG and enhance their satisfaction. The program effectively raised awareness and improved knowledge of safe storage methods, and received positive feedback from providers.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY
(2022)