Clinical easoning nveiled: demystifying Heuristics and hermeneutics in neurological clinical practice / Raciocínio clínico desvendado: desmistificando heurística e hermenêutica na prática clínica neurológica

Introduction: Medical practice, particularly in Neurology, is often influenced by cognitive biases that can compromise diagnostic and therapeutic accuracy, leading to significant patient consequences. Clinical reasoning strategies are fundamental, yet the complexity of these processes is frequently underestimated. Understanding these strategies is crucial to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatments, thereby reducing clinical errors and optimizing patient outcomes. Despite extensive literature on cognitive biases, there is a need for a systematic synthesis addressing the peculiarities of neurological clinical reasoning, considering heuristics (mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision-making) and hermeneutics (the theory and methodology of interpretation, especially of textual and symbolic content). Objectives: To review and systematize the main clinical reasoning strategies in Neurology, highlighting common biases and proposing methods to improve diagnostic and therapeutic accuracy. Methodology: A comprehensive literature review focusing on familiarity biases, Dual Process Theory, and heuristics (anchoring, availability, and representativeness). Additionally, the application of hermeneutics in hypothesis formulation and the importance of understanding the patient as a complex system were analyzed. Results: Specialized neurologists often rely on heuristics, which means a cognitive shortcut. Recognizing this process can mitigate anchoring and availability biases. The hermeneutic approach, on the other hand, is essential for interpreting variables in the patient's context, integrating historical and social aspects. Conclusion: Understanding clinical reasoning processes and systematically teaching these strategies are crucial to enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of clinical decision-making, reducing diagnostic errors, and improving patient outcomes.

Introdução: A prática médica, particularmente em Neurologia, é frequentemente influenciada por vieses cognitivos que podem comprometer a precisão diagnóstica e a terapêutica, resultando em consequências significativas para o paciente. Estratégias de raciocínio clínico são fundamentais, mas a complexidade desses processos é subestimada. Compreendê-las é crucial para garantir diagnósticos precisos e tratamentos eficazes, reduzindo erros e otimizando resultados. Apesar da extensa literatura sobre vieses cognitivos, necessita-se sintetizar sistematicamente uma abordagem das peculiaridades do raciocínio neurológico, considerando heurísticas (atalhos mentais ou regras práticas que simplificam a tomada de decisão) e a hermenêutica (a teoria e metodologia de interpretação, especialmente de conteúdo textual e simbólico). Objetivos: Revisar e sistematizar as principais estratégias de raciocínio clínico em Neurologia, destacando os vieses comuns e propondo métodos para melhorar a precisão diagnóstica e terapêutica. Metodologia: Uma revisão abrangente da literatura focando em vieses de familiaridade, Teoria do Processo Dual e heurísticas (ancoragem, disponibilidade e representatividade). Além disso, a aplicação da hermenêutica na formulação de hipóteses e a importância de entender o paciente como um sistema complexo foram analisadas. Resultados: Neurologistas especializados frequentemente dependem de heurísticas, que são atalhos cognitivos. Reconhecer esse processo pode mitigar os vieses de ancoragem e disponibilidade. A abordagem hermenêutica é essencial para interpretar variáveis no contexto do paciente, integrando aspectos históricos e sociais. Conclusão: Compreender os processos de raciocínio clínico e ensinar sistematicamente essas estratégias é crucial para aumentar a eficiência e eficácia da tomada de decisões, reduzindo erros e melhorando os resultados dos pacientes.

Research progress on application of machine learning in discharge preparation service for patients / 中华护理杂志

With the deepening of the reform of the medical and health system and the continuous optimization of the medical order,it is especially important to organize the development of admission and discharge standards and improve the service of preparing patients for discharge.In recent years,the research and application of machine learning technology in the medical field has been intensifying,and it has unique advantages in processing data and risk prediction research.Therefore,this paper reviews the development process,types of machine leaming,the content and effects of its application in patient discharge preparation services,and the current problems,in order to provide references for healthcare professionals to implement the best clinical decisions and further improve the patient discharge preparation service model.

Analysis on the Application Effect of the Clinical Decision-making System of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Moderate or Se-vere Intrauterine Adhesion / 浙江中医药大学学报

[Objective]To explore the application and effect of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)clinical decision-making system in the treatment of moderate or severe intrauterine adhesion(IUA).[Methods]A prospective randomized controlled trial was conducted.Patients with moderate or severe IUA who underwent hysteroscopic uterine adhesiolysis in a tertiary hospital of TCM in Hangzhou from January 2022 to December 2022 were selected.The patients were divided into control group(51 cases),decision system group(53 cases)and clinician group(54 cases)according to whether they were treated by TCM dominant disease clinical decision-making system.The improvement of menstrual volume,American Fertility Society(AFS)score,endometrial thickness,endometrial blood flow parameters and the efficacy of TCM accompanying symptoms were compared among the three groups before and after treatment.[Results]Compared with control group,the menstrual volume of decision system group and clinician group were significantly improved(P＜0.05),but there was no significant difference between decision system group and clinician group(P＞0.05).Compared with control group,the AFS scores of uterine cavity in decision system group and clinician group were significantly decreased(P＜0.01),and there was no significant difference between decision system group and clinician group(P＞0.05).The endometrial thickness was significantly increased and the endometrial blood flow parameters were significantly decreased in the three groups after treatment,and the differences were statistically significant(P＜0.01),but there was no significant difference among the three groups before and after treatment(P＞0.05).Compared with control group and decision system group,the clinical physician group had significantly improved efficacy of TCM accompanying symptoms(P＜0.05),and there was no significant difference between control group and decision system group(P＞0.05).[Conclusion]TCM clinical decision system for IUA can significantly improve the menstrual volume of patients with moderate or severe IUA,reduce postoperative AFS score and prevent the recurrence of adhesion.

Application of the plasmatrix in alveolar ridge preservation / 口腔疾病防治

@#After tooth extraction, significant absorption occurs in the soft and hard tissues of the alveolar ridge. The goal of alveolar ridge preservation is to maintain the volume and shape of the alveolar ridge's soft and hard tissues as much as possible so as to provide suitable conditions for implant placement. Currently, there are challenges in classifying the socket for alveolar ridge preservation, such as the difficulty in directly guiding the selection of graft materials and clinical procedures and the insufficient space for particle xenograft maintenance, resulting in poor bone regeneration. Plasmatrix is an autologous blood derivative that effectively enhances tissue regeneration. This article introduced the characteristics of soft and hard tissue defects after tooth extraction and the primary applications of plasmatrix for alveolar ridge preservation (liquid plasmatrix, solid plasmatrix membrane/plug, and plasmatrix bone blocks) as well as the proposed methods for the reclassification of sockets for alveolar ridge preservation based on soft and hard tissue defects at the extraction site to facilitate the creation of clinical recommendations. The proposed classifications are as follows: Class I, extraction socket without bone defect, with or without soft tissue defect; Class Ⅱ, extraction socket with bone defect, both sides with bone wall defect less than 50%, with or without soft tissue defect; Class Ⅲ, extraction socket with bone tissue defect, at least one side with bone wall defect greater than 50%, with or without soft tissue defect. For the Class I socket, a solid plasmatrix membrane or plug is inserted, followed by injection of liquid plasmatrix, using a double-layer solid plasmatrix membrane for socket closure; for the ClassⅡ socket, plasmatrix bone blocks are inserted, followed by injection of liquid plasmatrix and secondary solidification, using absorbable collagen membrane and double-layer solid plasmatrix membrane for socket closure; for the ClassⅢ socket, tenting screws are used to maintain height, followed by implantation of plasmatrix bone blocks, injection of liquid plasmatrix and secondary solidification, using absorbable collagen membrane and double-layer solid plasmatrix membrane for socket closure. The aim of this article is to provide comprehensive knowledge of plasmatrix for oral clinicians to serve as a reference to simplify the clinical decision-making process and procedures for alveolar ridge preservation.

Effect of a brief training program on the knowledge of Filipino primary care providers in a rural and a remote setting: A before and after study

Background and Objective@#Primary care providers are key players in providing quality care to patients and advancing Universal Health Care (UHC). However, effective and quality healthcare delivery may be affected by inadequate knowledge and failure to adhere to evidence-based guidelines among providers. The Philippine Primary Care Studies (PPCS) is a five-year program that pilot tested interventions aimed at strengthening the primary care system in the country. Evidence-based training modules for healthcare providers were administered in Sorsogon and Bataan from the years 2018 to 2021. Module topics were selected based on common health conditions encountered by providers in rural and remote settings. This program aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of training in increasing provider knowledge.@*Methods@#A series of training workshops were conducted among 184 remote- and 210 rural-based primary care providers [nurses, midwives, barangay or village health workers (BHWs)]. They covered four modules: essential intrapartum and newborn care (EINC), integrated management of childhood illness (IMCI), non-communicable diseases (NCD), and geriatrics. A decision support system (UpToDate) was provided as a supplementary resource for all participants. We administered pre-tests and post-tests consisting of multiple-choice questions on common health conditions. Data was analyzed using paired one-tailed t-test, with an alpha of 0.05.@*Results@#The knowledge of nurses, midwives, and BHWs improved after the training workshops were conducted. The largest increase from pre-test to post-test scores were observed among the midwives, with a mean difference (MD) of 32.9% (95% CI 23.9 to 41.9) on the EINC module, MD of 25.0% (95% CI 16.6 to 33.4) in the geriatrics module, and MD of 13.5% (95% CI 6.9 to 20.1) in the NCDs module. The nurses had the greatest improvement in the IMCI module (MD 10.8%, 95% CI 2.5 to 19.1). The knowledge of BHWs improved in all participated modules, with greatest improvement in the NCD module (MD 9.0%, 95% CI 5.77 to 12.14). @*Conclusions@#Primary care workshops, even if conducted as single-sessions and on a short-term basis, are effective in improving short-term knowledge of providers. However, this may not translate to long-term knowledge and application in practice. Furthermore, comparisons across provider categories cannot be made as participant composition for each training workshop varied. Ultimately, this study shows enhancing provider knowledge and competence in primary care will therefore require regular and diverse learning interventions and access to clinical decision support tools.

Factors affecting the clinical decision-making expectations of patients undergoing digestive endoscopy / 中国基层医药

Objective:To investigate the influential factors of patients' expectations for clinical decision-making during digestive endoscopy.Methods:A total of 120 patients who underwent digestive endoscopy were admitted to the Endoscopy Center of Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital from January 2020 to January 2022. Their general information was collected, and their clinical decision-making expectations were evaluated using the Control Preference Scale (CPS). The influential factors of clinical decision-making expectations were determined using multiple linear regression analysis.Results:The total CPS score for 120 patients undergoing digestive endoscopy was (50.72 ± 5.48) points, including (14.12 ± 1.48) points for information needs, (25.17 ± 3.52) points for communication needs, and (11.43 ± 2.04) points for decision-making needs. Univariate analysis showed that the CPS score of patients undergoing digestive endoscopy was related to gender, age, marital status, educational level, number of children, and type of visit ( t = 2.68, 2.61, 2.82, 3.28, 3.61, 2.39, all P < 0.05). Multiple linear regression analysis showed that gender, age, educational level, and type of visit were the influential factors of clinical decision-making expectations for patients undergoing digestive endoscopy ( β = -0.71, 1.07, 0.53, -1.15, all P < 0.05). Conclusion:Gender, age, educational level, and type of visit are influential factors of patients' expectations for clinical decision-making during digestive endoscopy. Patients have a clear need for communication during clinical decision-making, and medical staff can strengthen communication with patients, correctly guiding them to participate in clinical decision-making expectations.

Enlightenment of cognition and application of UpToDate to Chinese residents / 中国现代医生

@#Objective To compare and analyze the differences of clinical application of UpToDate by residents at home and abroad,and put forward some suggestions on the use of UpToDate in China.Methods On the basis of literature retrieval in Web of Science,CNKI and Wanfang database,the article summarized the present situations and advantages of UpToDate for residents at home and abroad,and compared the differences of clinical application research of UpToDate for residents at home and abroad by using Vosviewer.Results The application research of UpToDate for residents in foreign countries started earlier,and focused on the cognitive use,effectiveness evaluation,clinical teaching,suggestion updating,etc.,while the domestic researches started later and few studies focused on the theoretical research of UpToDate clinical teaching.Conclusion Drawing lessons from foreign experiences,we should increase the publicity and promotion of UpToDate in China,attach importance to its impact assessment,provide a feedback platform for professional clinical resources information,and actively change teaching methods by using UpToDate,so as to improve clinical decision-making ability.

Initial nipple damages in breastfeeding women: analysis of photographic images and clinical associations / Lesiones tempranas del pezón derivadas de la lactancia materna: análisis de imágenes fotográficas y asociaciones clínicas / Lesões mamilares precoces decorrentes da amamentação: análise de imagens fotográficas e associações clínicas

ABSTRACT Objective: to analyze the initial nipple damage degree by breastfeeding practice and to associate findings with clinical manifestations of breastfeeding women. Methods: a retrospective, cross-sectional study with primary data and photographic images database from two randomized clinical trials. Photographic images were analyzed by two independent evaluators using the Nipple Trauma Score. For analysis, the chi-square, Mann-Whitney tests and Kappa coefficient were applied. Results: 115 breastfeeding women and their respective 186 photographic images were analyzed. The degree of agreement of evaluators using the Nipple Trauma Score was 93.6%. The nipple pain score during breastfeeding was moderate and compromised more than 25% of the nipple surface area. Conclusions: assistance to breastfeeding women should prioritize nipple pain intensity instead of the nipple damage size.

RESUMEN Objetivo: analizar el grado de afectación tisular en las lesiones tempranas del pezón resultantes de la lactancia materna y asociar los hallazgos con las manifestaciones clínicas de las mujeres que amamantan. Métodos: estudio retrospectivo, transversal, con datos primarios y banco de imágenes fotográficas de dos ensayos clínicos aleatorizados. Las imágenes fotográficas fueron analizadas por dos evaluadores independientes, utilizando el Nipple Trauma Score. Para el análisis se aplicaron las pruebas de Chi-Cuadrado, Mann-Whitney y coeficiente Kappa. Resultados: se analizaron 115 mujeres lactantes y sus respectivas 186 imágenes fotográficas. El grado de acuerdo de los evaluadores utilizando el Nipple Trauma Score fue del 93,6%. El nivel de dolor en el pezón durante la lactancia es moderado y existe presencia de lesiones del pezón con más del 25% de la superficie del pezón comprometida. Conclusiones: la asistencia a la mujer lactante debe priorizar el nivel de dolor que presenta en detrimento del tamaño de la lesión del pezón.

RESUMO Objetivo: analisar o grau de comprometimento tecidual das lesões mamilares precoces decorrentes da amamentação e associar achados com as manifestações clínicas de mulheres em amamentação. Métodos: estudo retrospectivo, transversal, envolvendo o uso de dados primários e de banco de imagens fotográficas provenientes de dois ensaios clínicos randomizados. Imagens fotográficas foram analisadas por duas avaliadoras independentes a partir do instrumento Nipple Trauma Score. Para análise, aplicou-se os testes Qui-Quadrado, Mann-Whitney e coeficiente Kappa. Resultados: foram analisadas 115 lactantes e respectivas 186 imagens fotográficas. O grau de concordância das avaliadoras pelo instrumento Nipple Trauma Score foi de 93,6%. O nível de dor mamilar encontrado durante as mamadas é moderado e há presença de lesões mamilares com mais de 25% de área da superfície do mamilo comprometida. Conclusões: a assistência a mulheres que amamentam deve priorizar o nível de dor apresentado em detrimento do tamanho da lesão mamilar.

Teste para avaliação do raciocínio clínico em Fonoaudiologia: validade de conteúdo / Test for clinical reasoning evaluation in Speech-Language Pathology: content validity

RESUMO Objetivo validar o conteúdo do Teste de Concordância de Scripts em Fonoaudiologia, denominado FonoTCS. Método Trata-se de estudo de validação de conteúdo de instrumento. Participaram da construção do FonoTCS cinco fonoaudiólogas, doutoras e docentes, com média de 24,8 anos de atuação profissional, que chegaram a um consenso durante o processo de construção do teste. Elaborou-se 30 questões e 120 itens contemplando as áreas de atuação fonoaudiológica. Em seguida, 15 fonoaudiólogas com titulação mínima de mestre, e com, no mínimo, 10 anos de atuação clínica generalista receberam eletronicamente o FonoTCS para validação de conteúdo por meio de questionário sobre critérios de clareza, ética e pertinência do conteúdo das questões. Para a análise das respostas calculou-se o Coeficiente de Validade de Conteúdo Corrigido de todas as afirmativas. Foram revisadas as questões com porcentagem de concordância igual ou inferior a 80%. Resultados 13 avaliadores responderam a análise, todos do sexo feminino, com média de idade de 39,07 anos, sendo oito mestres e cinco doutoras, com atuação clínica generalista média de 15,38 anos. Os valores médios do Coeficiente de Validade de Conteúdo Corrigido foram 0,93 e 0,95 para o critério de clareza; 0,98 e 0,92 para o critério de pertinência; e 0,99 para o critério de ética. Duas questões apresentaram notas de 0,78 e 0,80, sendo ambas da área de audiologia no domínio de avaliação/diagnóstico, para a questão relacionada ao critério de pertinência, sendo revisadas e reestruturadas pelos juízes. Conclusão O FonoTCS é um instrumento válido do ponto de vista do conteúdo.

ABSTRACT Purpose To validate the content of the Speech-Language Pathology Concordance Test called FonoTCS. Methods This is a content validation study of the instrument. Five speech-language pathologists, all with doctoral degrees and teaching experience, averaging 24.8 years of professional practice, participated in the development of FonoTCS and reached a consensus during the process. Thirty questions and 120 items were created, covering seven areas of speech-language pathology expertise across three domains. For content validation, FonoTCS was electronically sent to 15 evaluators to respond to a questionnaire with five questions, rated on a five-point scale, regarding the criteria of clarity, ethics, and relevance of the questions. The Corrected Content Validity Coefficient was calculated for all statements to analyze the responses. Questions with agreement percentages equal to or less than 80% were revised. Results Thirteen evaluators, all female, with an average age of 39.07 years, including eight with master's degrees and five with doctoral degrees, and an average clinical practice experience of 15.38 years, participated in the analysis. The average Corrected Content Validity Coefficient values for the clarity criterion were 0.93 and 0.95, for the relevance criterion 0.98 and 0.92, and for the ethics criterion 0.99. Two questions received scores of 0.78 and 0.80, both related to the audiology area in the assessment/diagnosis domain, specifically question 2 regarding the relevance criterion. These questions were reviewed and restructured by the judges. Conclusion FonoTCS is a valid instrument from a content perspective.

Structure of treatment goals set by expert voice-specialized speech-language pathologists for patients with vocal needs / Estructura de los objetivos terapéuticos formulados por fonoaudiólogos/as en la intervención de usuarios/as con necesidades vocales

ABSTRACT Purpose: to determine the structure of treatment goals set by expert voice-specialized speech-language pathologists in treatment plans for patients with vocal needs. Methods: a cross-sectional documentary research was conducted to analyze 129 treatment goals proposed in treatment plans by 30 expert voice-specialized speech-language pathologists. These goals were thematically analyzed and organized according to the therapeutic content addressed. The goals including the notion of patient in their wording, the statement of a specific purpose, the method for achieving it, and the presence of outcome criteria, were evaluated. Results: most treatment goals analyzed correspond to those aimed at modifying vocal parameters (67.4%). The contents referring to muscle tone (13.8%), vocal hygiene and education (10%), breathing (7.75%), and posture (1.55%) are represented to a lesser extent. From the total number of treatment goals analyzed, 82.17% include the notion of patient, 88.37% indicate the method, 100% indicate the purpose, 52.71% state the outcome criteria used, and 17.05% include other components in their structure. Conclusions: diversity in goal setting shows different visions by the professionals involved in the therapeutic process.

RESUMEN Objetivo: determinar la estructura de los objetivos operacionales formulados por los/las fonoaudiólogos/as en las planificaciones terapéuticas para usuarios con necesidades vocales. Métodos: investigación documental transversal en que se analizaron 129 objetivos operacionales propuestos en las planificaciones terapéuticas de 30 fonoaudiólogos/as. Estos objetivos se sometieron a un proceso de análisis temático y se organizaron según el contenido terapéutico abordado. Se examinó la inclusión de la noción de usuario en la redacción, la declaración de una finalidad específica, el método para alcanzarla y la presencia de criterios de logro. Resultados: de la totalidad de objetivos analizados, la mayoría corresponde a aquellos que están orientados a la modificación de parámetros vocales (67.4%). En menor medida, están representados los contenidos referentes a tonicidad muscular (13.8%), educación e higiene vocal (10%), respiración (7.75%) y postura (1.55%). Del total, un 82.17% incluye la noción de usuario, un 88.37% señala el método, el 100% indica la finalidad y un 52.71% declara los criterios de logro utilizados. Un 17.05% incluye otros componentes en su estructura. Conclusiones: la diversidad en la formulación de los objetivos evidencia distintas visiones acerca del proceso terapéutico por parte de los profesionales involucrados.

I-decided®-brazil: cross-cultural adaptation of an assessment and decision-making tool for peripheral intravenous catheter / I-decided®-brasil: adaptación transcultural de una herramienta de evaluación y toma de decisiones para catéteres intravenosos periféricos / I-decided®-brasil: adaptação transcultural da ferramenta de avaliação e tomada de decisão para cateter intravenoso periférico

ABSTRACT Objective: to translate and adapt the I-DECIDED® Tool to Portuguese and Brazilian context. Method: this methodological research used Beaton's framework for the translation and cross-cultural adaptation process, which occurred in five stages: initial translation; synthesis of translations; back-translation; committee of experts; and pre-testing. It was carried out from July to December 2022. For data analysis, the Content Validity Index and Cronbach's alpha were used. Results: from a committee of experts, the adapted version of I-DECIDED® obtained satisfactory semantic, idiomatic, experiential and conceptual equivalence when compared to the original version, reaching a Content Validity Index of 0.94. In pre-testing, 60 nurses participated, and the reliability of the adapted tool was 0.83. Conclusion: the translation and cross-cultural adaptation process of I-DECIDED® was carried out and provides Brazilian professionals with an assessment and decision-making tool in relation to peripheral intravenous catheters aligned with patient safety.

RESUMEN Objetivo: traducir y adaptar la herramienta I-DECIDED® al idioma portugués y al contexto brasileño. Método: esta investigación metodológica utilizó el marco de Beaton para el proceso de traducción y adaptación transcultural, que ocurrió en cinco etapas: traducción inicial; síntesis de traducciones; traducción inversa; comité de expertos; y prueba previa. Se realizó de julio a diciembre de 2022. Para el análisis de los datos se utilizó el Índice de Validez de Contenido y el alfa de Cronbach. Resultados: con base en el comité de expertos, la versión adaptada de I-DECIDED® obtuvo equivalencia semántica, idiomática, experiencial y conceptual satisfactoria respecto al original, alcanzando un Índice de Validez de Contenido de 0,94. En el pretest participaron 60 enfermeros y la confiabilidad de la herramienta adaptada fue de 0,83. Conclusión: se realizó el proceso de traducción y adaptación transcultural de la I-DECIDED® que brinda a los profesionales brasileños una herramienta de evaluación y toma de decisiones en relación a los catéteres intravenosos periféricos alineados con la seguridad del paciente.

RESUMO Objetivo: traduzir e adaptar a Ferramenta I-DECIDED® para o idioma português e contexto brasileiro. Método: pesquisa metodológica que utilizou o referencial de Beaton para o processo de tradução e adaptação transcultural, que ocorreu em cinco etapas: tradução inicial, síntese das traduções, tradução reversa, comitê de especialistas e pré-teste. Realizado no período de julho a dezembro de 2022. Para análise de dados, foram utilizados o Índice de Validade de Conteúdo e Alpha de Cronbach. Resultados: a partir do Comitê de Especialistas, a versão adaptada da Ferramenta I-DECIDED® obteve satisfatória equivalência semântica, idiomática, experiencial e conceitual quando comparada à original, atingindo o Índice de Validade de Conteúdo de 0,94. No pré-teste, participaram 60 enfermeiros e a confiabilidade da Ferramenta adaptada foi de 0,83. Conclusão: o processo de tradução e adaptação transcultural da Ferramenta I-DECIDED® foi realizado e disponibiliza aos profissionais brasileiros uma ferramenta de avaliação e tomada de decisão em relação ao cateter intravenoso periférico alinhada à segurança do paciente.

Lessons from the pandemic and the value of a structured system of ultrasonographic findings in the diagnosis of COVID-19 pulmonary manifestations

ABSTRACT Objective We aimed to share our experience in implementing a structured system for COVID-19 lung findings, elucidating key aspects of the lung ultrasound score to facilitate its standardized clinical use beyond the pandemic scenario. Methods Using a scoring system to classify the extent of lung involvement, we retrospectively analyzed the ultrasound reports performed in our institution according to COVID-RADS standardization. Results The study included 69 thoracic ultrasound exams, with 27 following the protocol. The majority of patients were female (52%), with ages ranging from 1 to 96 years and an average of 56 years. Classification according to COVID-RADS was as follows: 11.1% in category 0, 37% in category 1, 44.4% in category 2, and 7.4% in category 3. Ground-glass opacities on tomography correlated with higher COVID-RADS scores (categories 2 and 3) in 82% of cases. Ventilatory assessment revealed that 50% of cases in higher COVID-RADS categories (2 and 3) required second-line oxygen supplementation, while none of the cases in lower categories (0 and 1) utilized this support. Conclusion Lung ultrasound has been widely utilized as a diagnostic tool owing to its availability and simplicity of application. In the context of the pandemic emergency, a pressing need for a focused and easily applicable assessment arose. The structured reporting system, incorporating ultrasound findings for stratification, demonstrated ease of replicability. This system stands as a crucial tool for screening, predicting severity, and aiding in medical decisions, even in a non-pandemic context.

Comparative study between high-fidelity simulation and medium-fidelity simulation in decision-making of nursing students: experimental study / Estudo comparativo entre simulação de alta-fidelidade e simulação de média-fidelidade na tomada de decisão de estudantes de enfermagem: estudo experimental / Estudio comparativo entre simulación de alta fidelidad y simulación de mediana fidelidad en la toma de decisiones de estudiantes de enfermería: estudio experimental

Abstract Objective: to compare the decision-making of Nursing students, before and after theoretical training on basic life support, using the practice of high-fidelity simulation and medium-fidelity simulation. Method: an experimental study was developed, pre- and post-test type, with quantitative, descriptive and inferential analysis, with theoretical training on basic life support and clinical simulation practices, and with evaluation of knowledge and decision-making of Nursing students, at three different moments - before the simulation scenario (T0), after the simulation scenario (T1) and after clinical teaching (T2). Results: 51 students participated in the research, with an average age of 20.25±3.804, of which 92.2% were female. Statistically significant differences (F=6.47; p=0.039) were evident regarding the definition of the problem and development of objectives in decision-making in the experimental group. Conclusion: Nursing students demonstrate an adequate level of knowledge and a good decision-making process, based on the most current instruments produced by scientific evidence, in clinical simulation scenarios in basic life support, and this innovative methodology should be deepened in the Nursing teaching.

Resumo Objetivo: comparar a tomada de decisão dos estudantes de Enfermagem, antes e após a formação teórica sobre suporte básico de vida, com recurso à prática de simulação de alta-fidelidade e simulação de média-fidelidade. Método: desenvolveu-se um estudo experimental, tipo pré e pós-teste, com análise quantitativa, descritiva e inferencial, com realização da formação teórica sobre suporte básico de vida e práticas de simulação clínica, e com avaliação dos conhecimentos e tomada de decisão dos estudantes de Enfermagem, em três momentos distintos - antes do cenário de simulação (T0), após o cenário de simulação (T1) e após a realização de ensino clínico (T2). Resultados: participaram da pesquisa 51 estudantes, com uma média de idade de 20,25±3,804, dos quais 92,2% eram do sexo feminino. Foram evidenciadas diferenças estatisticamente significativas (F=6,47; p=0,039) perante a definição do problema e desenvolvimento dos objetivos na tomada de decisão no grupo experimental. Conclusão: os estudantes de Enfermagem demonstram um nível de conhecimentos adequado e um bom processo de tomada de decisão, com base nos instrumentos mais atuais produzidos pela evidência científica, perante cenários de simulação clínica em suporte básico de vida, devendo esta metodologia inovadora ser aprofundada no ensino de Enfermagem.

Resumen Objetivo: comparar la toma de decisiones de estudiantes de Enfermería, antes y después de la formación teórica sobre soporte vital básico, utilizando la práctica de simulación de alta fidelidad y simulación de mediana fidelidad. Método: se desarrolló un estudio experimental, tipo pretest y postest, con análisis cuantitativo, descriptivo e inferencial, con formación teórica sobre soporte vital básico y prácticas de simulación clínica, y con evaluación del conocimiento y la toma de decisiones de los estudiantes de Enfermería, en tres momentos distintos: antes del escenario de simulación (T0), después del escenario de simulación (T1) y después de la enseñanza clínica (T2). Resultados: participaron de la investigación 51 estudiantes, con edad promedio de 20,25±3,804 años, de los cuales 92,2% eran mujeres. Se evidenciaron diferencias estadísticamente significativas (F=6,47; p=0,039) en cuanto a la definición del problema y desarrollo de los objetivos en la toma de decisiones en el grupo experimental. Conclusión: los estudiantes de Enfermería demuestran un nivel adecuado de conocimientos y un buen proceso de toma de decisiones, basados en los instrumentos más actuales producidos por la evidencia científica, en escenarios de simulación clínica en soporte vital básico, y esta metodología innovadora debe profundizarse en la enseñanza de Enfermería.

Validación y Comparación de un Nuevo Método para Predecir el Ancho Mesiodistal de Caninos y Premolares no Erupcionados en una Población Chilena de la Región de Valparaíso, Chile / Validation and Comparison of a New Method to Predict the Mesiodistal Width of Unerupted Canines and Premolars in a Chilean Population From Valparaíso Region, Chile

Uno de los principales problemas durante la dentición mixta es la determinación de la futura discrepancia entre tamaño dentario y el espacio disponible. Para predecir el ancho mesiodistal de los dientes permanentes no erupcionados se han introducido diferentes métodos de análisis. Objetivo: El propósito de este estudio fue comparar el método Tanaka-Johnston con una nueva ecuación de regresión para predecir el ancho mesiodistal de caninos y premolares permanentes no erupcionados en una población de la región de Valparaíso, Chile. Material y método: Este estudio fue realizado en la Facultad de Odontología de la Universidad de Valparaíso, desde octubre de 2022 a junio de 2023 (8 meses), la muestra estuvo compuesta por 202 modelos de estudio del departamento de ortodoncia (91 hombres y 111 mujeres) en el rango de edad de 11 -20 años. Resultados: Se demostró que el método elaborado por Lara-Sandoval presenta mayor fiabilidad respecto a las medidas mesiodistales reales de los pacientes (ICC 0,773 para maxilar y 0,762 para mandíbula), en comparación con el método de Tanaka-Johnston (ICC 0,665 para maxilar y 0,623 para mandíbula). No existen diferencias significativas entre los valores reales y el método de Lara-Sandoval. Conclusión: El método de Lara-Sandoval es mejor que el propuesto por Tanaka-Johnston para determinar el ancho mesiodistal de caninos y premolares para esta muestra. Es necesario validar este método en otras regiones del país para ser utilizado con mayor seguridad que el ya existente como método estándar nacional.

One of the main orthodontic problems in mixed dentition is the determination of future tooth and size arch discrepancy. In order to predict the mesiodistal widths of unerupted permanent teeth different methods of analyses have been introduced. The aim of this study is to compare the Tanaka-Johnston analysis with a new regressive equation to predict the mesiodistal width of unerupted permanent canines and premolars in a Chilean population sample, from Valparaíso region. This study was conducted at the Universidad de Valparaíso Dental Faculty, from october 2022 to june 2023 (8 months), and the sample comprised historical dental casts from 202 patients (91 boys and 111 girls) in the age range of 11-20 from the orthodontics department. All the patients are from the Valparaíso region, Chile. The results show that the predictions of the new regressive equation method are closer to the actual mesiodistal measurements of the patients (ICC 0,773 for maxilla and 0,762 for mandible), compared to the Tanaka- Johnston method (ICC 0,665 for maxilla and 0,623 for mandible). There are no significant differences between the real values and the Lara-Sandoval method. Lara-Sandoval method is better than the one proposed by Tanaka-Johnston to determine the mesiodistal width of canines and premolars in this sample population. It is necessary to validate this method in other regions of the country to be used with greater security than the ones that already exists as a national standard method.

Validación clínica de la propuesta diagnóstica de enfermería de sed perioperatoria / Clinical validation of the nursing diagnostic proposition perioperative thirst / Validação clínica da proposição diagnóstica de enfermagem sede perioperatória

Objetivo: verificar la validez clínica de la proposición de un nuevo diagnóstico de enfermería denominado sed perioperatoria, basado en la precisión diagnóstica de sus indicadores clínicos, incluyendo la magnitud del efecto de sus factores etiológicos. Método: estudio de validación clínica diagnóstica con 150 pacientes quirúrgicos en un hospital universitario. Se recogieron variables sociodemográficas e indicadores clínicos relacionados con la sed. Se utilizó la técnica de análisis de clases latentes. Resultados: se propusieron dos modelos de clases latentes para las características definitorias. El modelo ajustado en el preoperatorio incluía: labios resecos, saliva espesa, lengua espesa, ganas de beber agua, informe del cuidador, garganta seca y deglución constante de saliva. En el postoperatorio: sequedad de garganta, saliva espesa, lengua espesa, constante deglución de saliva, ganas de beber agua, mal gusto en la boca. Los factores relacionados "temperatura ambiente elevada" y "sequedad de boca" se asocian a la presencia de sed, así como las condiciones asociadas "uso de anticolinérgicos" e "intubación". La prevalencia de sed fue del 62,6% en el preoperatorio y del 50,2% en el postoperatorio inmediato. Conclusión: la proposición diagnóstica de la sed perioperatoria mostró buenos parámetros de precisión de sus indicadores clínicos y efectos etiológicos. Esta propuesta en una taxonomía de enfermería permitirá una mayor visibilidad, apreciación y tratamiento de este síntoma.

Objective: to verify the clinical validity of the proposition of a new nursing diagnosis called perioperative thirst, based on the diagnostic accuracy of its clinical indicators, including the magnitude of effect of its etiological factors. Method: clinical diagnostic validation study with a total of 150 surgical patients at a university hospital. Sociodemographic variables and clinical indicators related to thirst were collected. The latent class analysis technique was used. Results: two models of latent classes were proposed for the defining characteristics. The model adjusted preoperatively included: dry lips, thick saliva, thick tongue, desire to drink water, caregiver report, dry throat and constant swallowing of saliva. In the postoperative period: dry throat, thick saliva, thick tongue, constant swallowing of saliva, desire to drink water, bad taste in the mouth. The factors related to "high ambient temperature" and "dry mouth" are associated with the presence of thirst, as well as the associated conditions "use of anticholinergics" and "intubation". The prevalence of thirst was 62.6% in the pre and 50.2% in the immediate postoperative period. Conclusion: the diagnostic proposition of perioperative thirst showed good accuracy parameters for its clinical indicators and etiological effects. This proposition in a nursing taxonomy will allow greater visibility, appreciation and treatment of this symptom.

Objetivo: verificar a validade clínica da proposição de um novo diagnóstico de enfermagem denominado sede perioperatória, com base na acurácia diagnóstica de seus indicadores clínicos, incluindo a magnitude de efeito de seus fatores etiológicos. Método: estudo de validação clínica diagnóstica com 150 pacientes cirúrgicos em um hospital universitário. Foram coletadas variáveis sociodemográficas e indicadores clínicos relacionados à sede. Empregou-se a técnica de análise de classe latente. Resultados: dois modelos de classes latentes foram propostos para as características definidoras. O modelo ajustado no pré-operatório incluiu: lábios ressecados, saliva grossa, língua grossa, vontade de beber água, relato do cuidador, garganta seca e constante deglutição de saliva. No pós-operatório: garganta seca, saliva grossa, língua grossa, constante deglutição de saliva, vontade de beber água, gosto ruim na boca. Os fatores relacionados Temperatura do ambiente elevada e Boca seca estão associados à presença de sede, assim como as condições associadas Utilização de anticolinérgicos e Intubação. A prevalência de sede foi de 62,6% no pré-operatório e 50,2% no pós-operatório imediato. Conclusão: a proposição diagnóstica de sede perioperatória apresentou bons parâmetros de acurácia de seus indicadores clínicos e efeitos etiológicos. Essa proposição em uma taxonomia de enfermagem permitirá maior visibilidade, valorização e tratamento desse sintoma.

Are doctors allowed to cry at work?

This article recounts a poignant interaction between the author and a mother of a child with cerebral palsy. The mother's remarkable strength and optimism in the face of adversity deeply moved the author, leading to a tearful moment which prompted a comforting response from the mother. The ongoing debate regarding whether doctors are allowed to display emotions in their professional lives centers around the challenge of balancing professionalism with the emotional impact of providing healthcare to patients. While doctors are expected to uphold professionalism and make sound decisions in their work environment, simultaneous expression of emotions, empathy, and vulnerabilities becomes inevitable.

Efecto de un curso sobre medicina basada en la evidencia: análisis exploratorio / Effect of a Course on Evidence-Based Medicine: Exploratory Análisis / Efeito de um curso sobre medicina baseada em evidências: análise exploratoria

Introducción. Tomar decisiones clínicas basadas en la mejor evidencia disponible es una buena práctica que favorece los resultados en salud. Su uso ha sido promovido por diferentes organismos; sin embargo, aún existen algunas barreras entre profesionales de la salud para su apropiación. El objetivo fue el análisis exploratorio del efecto de un curso sobre los conocimientos, habilidades y actitudes frente a la Medicina Basada en la Evidencia (MBE) en profesionales de la salud que ejercen en Bogotá, Colombia. Metodología. Estudio exploratorio que incluyó un componente cuantitativo y uno cualitativo de carácter descriptivo. El estudio se desarrolló entre agosto de 2022 y abril de 2023. Para el componente cuantitativo se construyó un cuestionario tipo test, compuesto por 38 preguntas, aplicado antes y después del curso. Respecto de lo cualitativo, se realizaron en total 6 entrevistas semiestructuradas a docentes, estudiantes y uno de los gestores del proyecto. Resultados. Los resultados cuantitativos permitieron identificar cambios relacionados con la toma de decisiones clínicas, una mejora en el conocimiento y aplicación de herramientas para la evaluación de la calidad de estudios para resolver preguntas clínicas. El componente cualitativo permitió identificar dos temáticas centrales: pedagogía de la toma de decisiones y los aspectos que posibilitan o no la implementación de estas herramientas para tomar decisiones clínicas. Discusión. Los resultados sobre los efectos del curso son similares a los reportados por otros estudios en contextos diferentes al colombiano. Se requiere investigación que a mediano y largo plazo mida el impacto de la formación en el cambio de práctica. Conclusión. El curso sugiere tener efectos en los conocimientos y habilidades para mejorar la búsqueda y evaluación de la evidencia, así como para la formulación de preguntas clínicas, la comprensión de la certeza de la evidencia y mejorar la actitud hacia el uso de la evidencia para fundamentar la toma de decisiones en la clínica. Palabras clave: Medicina Basada en la Evidencia; Capacitación Profesional; Toma de Decisiones Clínicas; Desarrollo de Personal; Evaluación de Resultado en la Atención de Salud.

Introduction. Making clinical decisions based on the best available evidence is a good practice that favors health outcomes. Different organizations have promoted its use; however, there are still some barriers to its appropriation among health professionals. The objective was the exploratory analysis of the effect of a course on knowledge, skills, and attitudes towards Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) in health professionals practicing in Bogotá, Colombia. Methodology. Exploratory study that included quantitative and qualitative components with a descriptive approach. The study was conducted between August 2022 and April 2023. For the quantitative component, a questionnaire was developed with 38 questions, applied before and after the course. In the qualitative component, 6 semi-structured interviews were conducted with teachers, students, and a Project manager. Results. The quantitative results showed changes in clinical decision-making and the improvement in the knowledge and application of study quality assessment tools to resolve clinical issues. The qualitative component identified two main themes: pedagogy in decision-making and the aspects that either allow or do not allow the implementation of these tools for clinical decision-making. Discussion. The results on the effects of the course are similar to those reported by other studies in contexts other than Colombia. Research is needed in the medium and long term to measure the impact of the training on practice change. Conclusion. The course suggests effects on knowledge and skills related to searching for and evaluating evidence, formulating clinical questions, understanding the certainty of evidence, and improving attitudes toward the use of evidence to inform clinical decision-making. Keywords: Evidence-Based Medicine; Professional Training; Clinical Decision-Making; Staff Development; Outcome Assessment Health Care

Introdução. Tomar decisões clínicas baseadas nas melhores evidências disponíveis é uma boa prática que favorece os resultados em saúde. A sua utilização tem sido promovida por diferentes instâncias, contudo, ainda existem algumas barreiras entre os profissionais de saúde para a sua apropriação. O objetivo foi a análise exploratória do efeito de um curso sobre conhecimentos, habilidades e atitudes em relação à Medicina Baseada em Evidências (MBE) em profissionais de saúde que atuam em Bogotá, Colômbia. Metodologia. Estudo exploratório que incluiu uma componente quantitativa e uma componente qualitativa descritiva. O estudo foi realizado entre agosto de 2022 e abril de 2023. Para a componente quantitativa foi criado um questionário do tipo teste, composto por 38 questões, aplicado antes e após o curso. Quanto aos aspectos qualitativos, foram realizadas um total de 6 entrevistas semiestruturadas com professores, alunos e um dos gestores do projeto. Resultados. Os resultados quantitativos permitiram identificar mudanças relacionadas à tomada de decisão clínica, melhoria no conhecimento e aplicação de ferramentas de avaliação da qualidade dos estudos para resolução de questões clínicas. A componente qualitativa permitiu identificar dois temas centrais: a pedagogía da tomada de decisão e os aspectos que possibilitam ou não a implementação destas ferramentas para a tomada de decisões clínicas. Discussão. Os resultados sobre os efeitos do curso são semelhantes aos relatados por otros estudos noutros contextos que não a Colômbia. É necessária investigação a médio e longo prazo para medir o impacto da formação na mudança de práticas. Conclusão. O curso sugere ter efeitos sobre conhecimentos e competências para melhorar a procura e avaliação de evidências, bem como para formular questões clínicas, compreender a certeza das evidências e melhorar a atitude em relação ao uso de evidências para fundamentar a tomada de decisões na clínica. Palavras-chave: Medicina Baseada em Evidências; Capacitação Profissional; Tomada de Decisão Clínica; Desenvolvimento de Pessoal; Avaliação de Resultados em Cuidados de Saúde

THE NEW ERA OF DENTISTRY: MACHINE LEARNING AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Innovative computer techniques are now being utilized not only in academic research but also in commercial dental practice, revolutionizing various areas of dentistry. This digitalization trend is driven by the increasing demands for treatment and diagnosis in the eld. Accurate diagnosis is crucial in dentistry, whether it be in orthodontics, maxillofacial surgery, periodontics, or prosthetics, as it forms the basis for creating effective treatment plans and restoring patients' oral health. While a specialist's expertise plays a vital role in diagnosis and treatment planning, it is susceptible to the inherent risks of human error, given the multifactorial nature of dental conditions. Consequently, there is growing interest in leveraging multi-parametric pattern recognition methods, including statistics, machine learning, and articial intelligence (AI), to enhance clinical decision-making. The introduction of clinical decision support systems (CDSS) and genetic algorithms (GAs) in dental research and clinical practice holds great promise for both healthcare professionals and patients. Extensive work has been undertaken to develop CDSS in dentistry, and this article reviews the latest advancements in this eld.

Analysis of Watson for oncology and clinicians� treatment recommendations for patients with breast cancer in Korea: A single center experience

Background: Various clinical applications have been attempted using artificial intelligence (AI) clinical decision support system (CDSS), and it has become a starting point for personalized cancer treatment. We aimed to identify the degree of agreement between the AI?CDSS, Watson for Oncology (WFO), and the clinician in treatment recommendations for Korean breast cancer patients and to provide guidelines for future improvement. Methods: One hundred and eighty?three breast cancer patients who underwent treatment at the Pusan National University Hospital between January 1, 2016 and May 31, 2017 were enrolled in this study. The concordance between WFO抯 and clinicians� treatment recommendations were examined according to various factors. Results: WFO gave the same treatment option recommendations as clinicians in 74 (40.4%) of the cases. According to the logistic regression, the difference in recommendation concordance between stage I and stage III was statistically significant (P = 0.004), and there was no difference among other factors. Conclusion: The concordance of treatment recommendations was low overall. However, this is largely attributable to the differences of medical insurance system and healthcare environment between the United States and Korea. In the future, region?specific features should be considered or reflected during the development of AI?CDSS.

Práticas clínicas aplicadas a pacientes com infarto do miocárdio sem obstrução de artéria coronária (minoca) / Clinical Practices Applied To Patients With Myocardial Infarction Non-obstruction Coronary Arteries (Minoca) / Prácticas clínicas aplicadas a pacientes con infarto e miocardio sin obstruccion arteria coronaria (MINOCA)

Objetivo: Identificar práticas clínicas com resultados favoráveis aos pacientes com diagnóstico de infarto agudo do miocárdio sem obstrução de artéria coronária. Método: Revisão integrativa da literatura pela base de dados National Library of Medicine e Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde de estudos publicados entre 2018 e 2022. Resultados:87,5% dos estudos encontrados destacaram estratégias farmacológicas e destes, 62,5% citaram o uso da dupla antiagregaçãoplaquetária como mais utilizada, apesar de nenhum estudo evidenciar benefícios. Os inibidores do sistema renina-angiotensina-aldosterona comprovaram benefícios em três estudos. 75% dos artigos apontaram que esse grupo de pacientes recebem menos medicamentos preventivos comparados aos pacientes com infarto por obstrução coronariana. Outros seis estudos, revelaram condução clínica variável desses pacientes. Conclusão: O uso de inibidores do sistema renina-angiotensina-aldosterona deve ser considerado por ser a única medicação com redução da mortalidade evidenciada. São necessários estudos maiores para orientar com mais segurança à condução do infarto do miocárdio sem obstrução de coronária.(AU)

Objective: To identify clinical practices with favorable results for patients diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction without coronary artery obstruction. Method: Integrative literature review using the National Library of Medicine and Virtual Health Library databases of studies published between 2018 and 2022. Results: 87.5% of the studies found highlighted pharmacological strategies and of these, 62.5% cited the use of dual antiplatelet therapy as the most used, despite no study showing benefits. Inhibitors of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system have shown benefits in three studies. 75% of the articles pointed out that this group of patients receive less preventive medication compared to patients with infarction due to coronary obstruction. Another six studies revealed variable clinical management of these patients. Conclusion: The use of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitors should be considered as it is the only medication with proven reduction in mortality. Larger studies are needed to guide with more safety the management of myocardial infarction without coronary obstruction.(AU)

Objetivo: Identificar prácticas clínicas con resultados favorables para pacientes con diagnóstico de infarto agudo de miocardio sin obstrucción arterial coronaria. Método: revisión integrativa de la literatura utilizando las bases de datos de la Biblioteca Nacional de Medicina y la Biblioteca Virtual en Salud de estudios publicados entre 2018 y 2022. Resultados: el 87,5% de los estudios encontrados destacaron estrategias farmacológicas y de estos, el 62,5% citó el uso de la terapia antiplaquetaria dual como el más utilizados, a pesar de que ningún estudio muestra beneficios. Los inhibidores del sistema renina-angiotensina-aldosterona han mostrado beneficios en tres estudios. El 75% de los artículos señalaron que este grupo de pacientes recibe menos medicación preventiva en comparación con los pacientes con infarto por obstrucción coronaria. Otros seis estudios revelaron un manejo clínico variable de estos pacientes. Conclusión: Se debe considerar el uso de inhibidores del sistema renina-angiotensina-aldosterona, ya que es el único medicamento con reducción comprobada de la mortalidad. Son necesarios estudios más amplios que orienten con mayor seguridad el manejo del infarto de miocardio sin obstrucción coronaria.(AU)