Publications by authors named "M C Stubbs"
Readiness to practice is the state of being prepared and capable of engaging in professional activities in a specific field. Graduates of healthcare professions require a diverse set of skills, knowledge and attitudes to meet the demands of complex healthcare settings. This systematic review provides a comprehensive analysis of readiness for professional practice among graduates of health professions education.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Gestational diabetes mellitus occurs in approximately 15-17% of pregnant women worldwide and causes high mortality and morbidity for mothers and infants. Pregnant women who are newly diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus experience higher levels of stress and anxiety than pregnant women without this condition. Thus, it is important to identify effective interventions to help pregnant women cope with the additional stress and anxiety associated with pregnancy-related complications.
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- COVID-19 is linked to severe inflammation and blood clotting issues, leading to high mortality, prompting a study on the effects of plasma exchange (PEX) in critically ill patients.
- A phase II randomized control trial was conducted with 22 patients, where 11 received PEX, resulting in reduced pro-thrombotic markers but no significant changes in inflammatory markers or overall respiratory failure.
- Despite effectively lowering specific thrombotic markers, PEX did not improve respiratory function, reduce inflammatory responses, or decrease mortality rates within 28 days.