Publications by authors named "J L Chittams"

Introduction: Patient and visitor violence and aggression against emergency department clinicians is a complex phenomenon requiring a multifaceted approach and recognition that interventions require time to integrate into practice. The purpose of this study was to determine the efficacy of a multimodal intervention on frequency of workplace violence incidents and clinicians' perceptions of safety in one emergency department.

Methods: A quasi-experimental, longitudinal design was used to answer study questions.

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In the United States, public health efforts are focused on reducing unintended pregnancy. Yet, differences in rates of unintended pregnancy, abortion, and unintended births by race are driven by a combination of patient-, health system-, and provider-related factors. Despite this complicated scaffolding underpinning pregnancy intention, patients are often screened for pregnancy intention or planning when they have a positive pregnancy test.

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  • Venetoclax is a potential treatment for patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who can't use anthracycline-based therapies, but it has been linked to heart problems in animal studies.
  • A study assessed cardiovascular events in AML patients treated with either venetoclax or anthracyclines, finding that MACE occurred in 17% of the venetoclax group and 12% in the anthracycline group, indicating no significant difference in heart issues between the two treatments.
  • The research suggests that patients on venetoclax should have close cardiovascular monitoring, especially early in treatment, due to its potential risks.
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  • Parents in pediatric intensive care units have different communication experiences with healthcare professionals, and it's important to understand factors that contribute to miscommunication.
  • A survey of 200 parents revealed that a significant portion reported experiencing miscommunication, with factors such as parental stress and trust in physicians impacting these perceptions.
  • The study highlights the need for more research on miscommunication factors to improve support for children and their families during hospital stays.
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Background: Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience high rates of atypical eating behaviours, such as food neophobia. Mobile health (mHealth) interventions have been found to improve communication, behaviour and social skills for children with ASD. However, there is limited evidence examining mHealth nutrition interventions among children with ASD.

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