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V Parks

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PubMed2000

Estimation of neonatal exposure after accidental ingestion of lufenuron in a breastfeeding mother.

A case of accidental anti-flea preparation (lufenuron) ingestion by a breastfeeding mother is reported. An estimation of infant exposure level was calculated based on the highest level measured. The breastfed infant was exposed to an average lufenuron dose of 0.032 mg/kg/day, which is only 3% of a reported acute overdose. No adverse effects were reported during 7 months of follow-up. Breastfeeding should be considered cautiously after consultation with a regional poison center in cases of accidental ingestion of this drug by a breastfeeding mother. The infant should be monitored for potential adverse effects.

Adult↗
PubMed1995

[When a child has HIV].

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Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome↗
PubMed1993

Benefits of an automated narcotic retrieval system.

A comparison was made in effectiveness of lock and key and automated narcotics retrieval systems. Time required per narcotic averaged 137 seconds for the traditional mode and 48 seconds for the automated system. This resulted in a monthly savings of $594, along with general nurse satisfaction and a perception of increased security.

Automation↗
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Perceived stress and coping strategies among candidates for heart transplantation during the organ waiting period.

The effectiveness of the transplantation team in diffusing stress during the pretransplantation period is increasingly important the longer the patient remains on the transplant waiting list. This study describes the stressors and coping strategies of heart transplant candidates during the waiting period. Thirty-nine candidates on the active list for heart transplantation from four mid-East Coast transplantation centers participated. With a possible stress score of 0 to 243, the mean score for this sample was a low 72.84 (standard deviation = 37.47). The three most common stressors were (1) requiring a heart transplant, (2) having terminal heart disease, and (3) worrying family members. The three most common coping strategies were (1) thinking positively, (2) using humor, and (3) trying to keep life as normal as possible. The finding of low stress levels was surprising but may reflect the presence of hope or the patient's desire to spare family members worry--a concern commonly cited by patients. Another explanation is that patients desiring to be perceived as ideal transplant recipients may have underreported their stress. This suggests that the transplantation team should support positive coping strategies when possible and that both patient and family coping should be closely monitored throughout the waiting period.

Adaptation, Psychological↗