1) The study aimed to detect the presence of Burkholderia pseudomallei, the bacteria that causes melioidosis, among 55 patients in India suspected of having tuberculosis but who tested negative for Mycobacterium tuberculosis using nested PCR.
2) The nested PCR detected B. pseudomallei DNA in 9 samples (16.3%), including samples from patients attending a DOTS center for tuberculosis treatment.
3) Patients that tested positive for B. pseudomallei tended to be male, from coastal regions of India, and presented clinical manifestations similar to tuberculosis like weight loss, fever, and cough. Co-morbidities included chronic kidney disease, cancer, and HIV.
1) The study evaluated a smartphone app aimed at improving medication adherence and lifestyle changes in myocardial infarction patients. 174 patients were randomized to either an interactive app (active group) or a simplified app (control group) in addition to usual post-MI care.
2) The primary outcome was a composite score of ticagrelor adherence based on missed doses and treatment gaps, measured via patient-registered data in the app. Secondary outcomes included changes in cardiovascular risk factors, quality of life, and patient satisfaction.
3) At 6 months, greater ticagrelor adherence was achieved in the active group compared to the control group based on the adherence score. The active group also showed trends toward improved smoking cessation, physical
This document is a collection of dental MCQ questions compiled by Dr. Hatem El Bitar. It includes an introduction where Dr. Bitar thanks God and his family for their support in creating this resource. He dedicates the book to his mother and the Arab Professional Center who helped publish it. The rest of the document consists of sample multiple choice questions on various dental topics to help exam preparation.
The hospital administration asked staff to develop a plan to advance the hospital and adjust job descriptions. As an administrative officer, the responsibilities are to:
1. Develop a plan to develop the reception department and outpatient clinics.
2. Develop plans to combat and prevent the emerging coronavirus.
3. Amend the job descriptions for administrative staff, nurses, and physicians.
1) The hospital received news of a respiratory epidemic transmitted through the airways called the new Corona.
2) The administrator was asked to develop a preventive plan and provide intensive family care to deal with the epidemic.
3) To deal with crises generally and epidemics/pandemics or disasters like earthquakes and tsunamis, the administrator should create a crisis response plan, form a team to address dangers, and mention precautionary measures.
The hospital board met and agreed to develop additional buildings and two specialized hospitals for children and cancer patients. A committee was formed to provide reports on the progress of the new hospitals and a plan for staffing them with medical and administrative personnel over the next 3 years. The construction committee's assistance is needed to fully plan the two new hospitals. Job advertisements will be placed and qualifications set for various hospital positions, including the head of human resources who will interview candidates for several openings across different hospital departments providing services such as consulting, typing, resident physicians, nursing, technology, and support.
Dr. Hamad was promoted to Head of the Medical Quality Department. After starting in his new role, he found some errors in work protocols and overcrowding in the internal medicine clinic. A committee was formed to investigate the issues and determine the cause. It was also found that infection control standards were not being fully applied in some internal departments. As a result, Dr. Hamad decided to develop and implement a plan to apply the new quality standards and educate new doctors. He advised the hospital on quality issues in line with his new responsibilities, especially in seeking accreditation from Gulf and international quality bodies.
1. Dr. Alaa is an Egyptian surgeon living in Dubai who has been promoted to Chief Surgeon at Dubai International Hospital where he works 8 hours a day, mostly in the operating room.
2. He has recently taken on the additional responsibility of temporarily running the hospital.
3. A doctor friend advised Dr. Alaa to take management courses in quality and hospital administration. He applied for and received some diplomas through distance education.
Hand hygiene refers to cleaning hands using handwashing, antiseptic hand wash, or alcohol-based hand sanitizer. There are four main types of hand hygiene: social/clean hand wash which uses soap and water to remove transient microorganisms; antiseptic hand wash using an approved detergent to remove or destroy microorganisms during surgical procedures; antiseptic hand rub using alcohol-based sanitizer before aseptic tasks and handling devices; and surgical hand antisepsis before surgery using an antiseptic to remove microorganisms. The document provides examples of when each type would be used.
The document provides guidance on infection prevention and control measures for COVID-19, including recommendations for standard and transmission-based precautions. It discusses the natural history of COVID-19 and reviews studies on transmission routes. For patients with COVID-19, it recommends standard, contact and droplet precautions, and standard, contact and airborne precautions for aerosol-generating procedures. The document reviews risk evaluation and proper use of personal protective equipment like gloves, gowns, masks and respirators according to the level of risk. It emphasizes hand hygiene and correct donning and doffing of PPE.
1) The study aimed to detect the presence of Burkholderia pseudomallei, the bacteria that causes melioidosis, among 55 patients in India suspected of having tuberculosis but who tested negative for Mycobacterium tuberculosis using nested PCR.
2) The nested PCR detected B. pseudomallei DNA in 9 samples (16.3%), including samples from patients attending a DOTS center for tuberculosis treatment.
3) Patients that tested positive for B. pseudomallei tended to be male, from coastal regions of India, and presented clinical manifestations similar to tuberculosis like weight loss, fever, and cough. Co-morbidities included chronic kidney disease, cancer, and HIV.
1) The study evaluated a smartphone app aimed at improving medication adherence and lifestyle changes in myocardial infarction patients. 174 patients were randomized to either an interactive app (active group) or a simplified app (control group) in addition to usual post-MI care.
2) The primary outcome was a composite score of ticagrelor adherence based on missed doses and treatment gaps, measured via patient-registered data in the app. Secondary outcomes included changes in cardiovascular risk factors, quality of life, and patient satisfaction.
3) At 6 months, greater ticagrelor adherence was achieved in the active group compared to the control group based on the adherence score. The active group also showed trends toward improved smoking cessation, physical
This document is a collection of dental MCQ questions compiled by Dr. Hatem El Bitar. It includes an introduction where Dr. Bitar thanks God and his family for their support in creating this resource. He dedicates the book to his mother and the Arab Professional Center who helped publish it. The rest of the document consists of sample multiple choice questions on various dental topics to help exam preparation.
The hospital administration asked staff to develop a plan to advance the hospital and adjust job descriptions. As an administrative officer, the responsibilities are to:
1. Develop a plan to develop the reception department and outpatient clinics.
2. Develop plans to combat and prevent the emerging coronavirus.
3. Amend the job descriptions for administrative staff, nurses, and physicians.
1) The hospital received news of a respiratory epidemic transmitted through the airways called the new Corona.
2) The administrator was asked to develop a preventive plan and provide intensive family care to deal with the epidemic.
3) To deal with crises generally and epidemics/pandemics or disasters like earthquakes and tsunamis, the administrator should create a crisis response plan, form a team to address dangers, and mention precautionary measures.
The hospital board met and agreed to develop additional buildings and two specialized hospitals for children and cancer patients. A committee was formed to provide reports on the progress of the new hospitals and a plan for staffing them with medical and administrative personnel over the next 3 years. The construction committee's assistance is needed to fully plan the two new hospitals. Job advertisements will be placed and qualifications set for various hospital positions, including the head of human resources who will interview candidates for several openings across different hospital departments providing services such as consulting, typing, resident physicians, nursing, technology, and support.
Dr. Hamad was promoted to Head of the Medical Quality Department. After starting in his new role, he found some errors in work protocols and overcrowding in the internal medicine clinic. A committee was formed to investigate the issues and determine the cause. It was also found that infection control standards were not being fully applied in some internal departments. As a result, Dr. Hamad decided to develop and implement a plan to apply the new quality standards and educate new doctors. He advised the hospital on quality issues in line with his new responsibilities, especially in seeking accreditation from Gulf and international quality bodies.
1. Dr. Alaa is an Egyptian surgeon living in Dubai who has been promoted to Chief Surgeon at Dubai International Hospital where he works 8 hours a day, mostly in the operating room.
2. He has recently taken on the additional responsibility of temporarily running the hospital.
3. A doctor friend advised Dr. Alaa to take management courses in quality and hospital administration. He applied for and received some diplomas through distance education.
Hand hygiene refers to cleaning hands using handwashing, antiseptic hand wash, or alcohol-based hand sanitizer. There are four main types of hand hygiene: social/clean hand wash which uses soap and water to remove transient microorganisms; antiseptic hand wash using an approved detergent to remove or destroy microorganisms during surgical procedures; antiseptic hand rub using alcohol-based sanitizer before aseptic tasks and handling devices; and surgical hand antisepsis before surgery using an antiseptic to remove microorganisms. The document provides examples of when each type would be used.
The document provides guidance on infection prevention and control measures for COVID-19, including recommendations for standard and transmission-based precautions. It discusses the natural history of COVID-19 and reviews studies on transmission routes. For patients with COVID-19, it recommends standard, contact and droplet precautions, and standard, contact and airborne precautions for aerosol-generating procedures. The document reviews risk evaluation and proper use of personal protective equipment like gloves, gowns, masks and respirators according to the level of risk. It emphasizes hand hygiene and correct donning and doffing of PPE.