Authentic Leadership-A Concept Analysis.

Aim: To report an analysis of the concept of authentic leadership.

Design: Concept analysis.

Data Sources: Data sources included core databases: CINAHL, PubMed, Embase, ProQuest, APA PsycINFO, ERIC, ABI/Inform and Tomlinson's Nursing Core Collection (2010).

Disproportionately Increasing Incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Female Patients and the Elderly: An Update Analysis from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021.

Introduction: To update the global burden of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) using data from the Global Burden of Disease 2021.

Methods: Data from Global Burden of Disease 2021 were analyzed to assess the IBD burden.

Results: In 2021, there were 375,140 new cases and 3.

Amyloid-Directed Antibodies: Past, Present, and Future.

Background: Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common neurodegenerative disorder in patient demographics over 65 years old causing debilitating cognitive impairment. Most commonly, AD is diagnosed clinically as "probable AD", and definitive diagnosis is confirmed through postmortem brain autopsies to detect extracellular amyloid-β (Aβ) plaques and intraneuronal hyperphosphorylated tau tangles. The exact mechanism causing AD is still unknown, but treatments for AD have been actively investigated.

The effect of tongue-to-palate on deep neck flexor activity.

Deep neck flexor (DNF) muscles contribute to cervical stability and proprioception. Reduced muscle strength and endurance lead to faulty movement patterns, muscle imbalances, and dysfunction. Potentially, the orofacial muscles contribute to cervical strength by providing stability through muscular connections.

Changes in Medicare Reimbursement for Top Burn Surgery Procedures by State Between 2011 and 2022.

This study analyzed the geographic variation in annual Medicare reimbursement changes for common burn surgery procedures from 2011 to 2022 to clarify trends in reimbursement. The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services' Physician fee schedule database was analyzed to find state-by-state reimbursement rates for the most common burn surgery procedures. Physician reimbursement was adjusted for inflation utilizing the consumer price index.

Investigating the Transfer of Lisinopril Into Human Milk: A Quantitative Analysis.

Lisinopril is commonly prescribed to manage conditions such as hypertension and heart failure. Although concerns about fetal toxicity have traditionally limited the use of lisinopril in women of reproductive age, recent American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guidelines promote aggressive treatment of hypertension, which may require the use of pharmacologic agents not previously considered in the postpartum period. We aimed to estimate infant exposure to maternal lisinopril through breast milk and report the tolerance of the breastfed infant.

Comprehensive review of resources and strategy for dermatology board certification exams in the United States.

This article offers an up-to-date overview of resources tailored for dermatology residents in the United States preparing for their board certification exams. We have assembled a comprehensive list of exam preparation resources categorized by cost, alongside recommendations from attending and resident physicians regarding the most effective resources for each exam. Although examinations are only one facet of the training involved in becoming a competent dermatologist, these exams help residents focus on learning crucial aspects of medicine.

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Internal Medicine Physicians: A Survey of Procedural and Non-procedural Specialties.

Background: Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being integrated into various aspects of healthcare, including internal medicine. However, the impact of AI on physicians across different internal medicine specialties remains unclear. This study assesses AI's adoption, utilization, and perceived impact among procedural and non-procedural internal medicine physicians.

Chemical screens for particle-induced macrophage death identifies kinase inhibitors of phagocytosis as targets for toxicity.

Background: Nanoparticles are increasingly being used in medicine, cosmetics, food, and manufacturing. However, potential toxicity may limit the use of newly engineered nanoparticles. Prior studies have identified particle characteristics that are predictive of toxicity, although the mechanisms responsible for toxicity remain largely unknown.

Ultrarare Variants in DNA Damage Repair Genes in Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome or Acute Behavioral Regression in Neurodevelopmental Disorders.

Introduction: Acute onset of severe psychiatric symptoms or regression may occur in children with premorbid neurodevelopmental disorders, although typically developing children can also be affected. Infections or other stressors are likely triggers. The underlying causes are unclear, but a current hypothesis suggests the convergence of genes that influence neuronal and immunological function.

Serotonin in depression and Alzheimer's disease: Focus on SSRI's beneficial effects.

Depression is a complex and pervasive mental health disorder affecting millions globally. Serotonin, a critical neurotransmitter, plays a central role in the pathophysiology of depression. This review explores serotonin's multifaceted role in depression, focusing on its synthesis, bioavailability, receptor interactions, and the impact of various factors, including diet, stress, and gender differences.