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Wakschlag LS, Carroll AJ, Friedland S, Walkup J, Wiggins JL, Mohanty N, Papacek E, Bridi S, Carroll R, Drelicharz D, Hasan Z, Kotagal T, Davis MM, Smith JD. Making it "EASI" for pediatricians to determine when toddler tantrums are "more than the terrible twos": Proof-of-concept for primary care screening with the Multidimensional Assessment Profiles-Early Assessment Screener for Irritability (MAPS-EASI). Fam Syst Health 2024; 42:34-49. [PMID: 38647492 DOI: 10.1037/fsh0000868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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BACKGROUND Up to 20% of youth have impairing mental health problems as early as age 3. Early identification and intervention of mental health risks in pediatric primary care could mitigate this crisis via prevention prior to disease onset. The purpose of this study was to establish the feasibility and acceptability of implementing a brief transdiagnostic screening instrument in pediatric primary care for irritability and corollary impairment. METHOD Five pediatric clinicians in a Midwest clinic implemented the Multidimensional Assessment Profiles-Early Assessment Screener of Irritability (MAPS-EASI) for toddlers (24-30 months) and their families. MAPS-EASI (psychometrically derived from the well-validated MAPS-Scales) includes six items (scored 0-5) about symptoms (e.g., tantrums, grumpy mood), context, and frequency and two items (scored 0-3) assessed impairment. Positive screens (MAPS-EASI ≥ 5 plus impairment ≥ 2) were referred to an evidence-based parenting intervention. We assessed reach and outcomes of MAPS-EASI screening. Follow-up interviews with clinicians assessed perspectives on irritability screening and MAPS-EASI implementation. RESULTS Of 201 eligible families, 100 (49.8%) completed the screener for a 24- or 30-month well-child visit. Mean MAPS-EASI scores were 5.8 (SD = 3.2), mean impairment scores were 0.9 (SD = 0.9), and 24 (24.0%) screened positive. Clinicians indicated that irritability screening for toddlers was aligned with their prevention-oriented, developmentally based practice. MAPS-EASI had face validity and increased clinician decision-making confidence. Finally, clinicians identified barriers and facilitators to large-scale implementation. CONCLUSIONS MAPS-EASI proved to be feasible and acceptable in pediatric primary care. Further tailoring will be needed as the MAPS-EASI processes are scaled out to new contexts and populations. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).
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- Department of Psychiatry, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
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- Town & Country Pediatrics, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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- Department of Psychiatry, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
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- Town & Country Pediatrics, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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- Town & Country Pediatrics, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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- Town & Country Pediatrics, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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- Town & Country Pediatrics, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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- Town & Country Pediatrics, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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- Department of Psychiatry, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
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Zhou R, Fang Y, Wang C, Zhou S. Knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to augmented renal clearance among pediatricians in China: A cross-sectional study. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e26889. [PMID: 34397910 PMCID: PMC8360415 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000026889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2020] [Accepted: 07/20/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Our purpose was to assess pediatricians' knowledge of augmented renal clearance (ARC).We conducted cross-sectional analyses of 500 pediatricians from 16 tertiary hospitals in Anhui Province, China. Pediatricians provided demographic information and were asked questions about their knowledge of ARC, including risk factors, evaluation tools, and the impact on patient prognosis, with a focus on the attitude and practice of pediatricians related to adjusting vancomycin regimens when ARC occurs.A total of 491 valid questionnaires were finally included, only 276 pediatricians stated that they "know about ARC." Compared with the "do not know about ARC" group, the "know about ARC" group was younger (43.7 ± 8.0 vs 48.0 ± 7.9, P < .001), and their main source of ARC knowledge was from social networking platforms. A total of 193 (70%) chose at least 4 of the following factors as risk factors for children with ARC: severe trauma, sepsis, burns, major surgery, lower disease severity, and hematological malignancies. A total of 110 (40%) and 105 (38%) pediatricians chose the Schwartz formula and cystatin C, respectively, as the indicators to evaluate the renal function of ARC children. Concerning the estimated glomerular filtration rate threshold to identify ARC children, 201 (73%) pediatricians chose 130 mL/min/1.73 m2, while 55 (20%) chose "age-dependent ARC thresholds." Overall, 220 (80%) respondents indicated that ARC would impact the treatment effect of vancomycin, but 149/220 (68%) were willing to adjust the vancomycin regimen; only 22/149 (8%) considered that the dose should be increased, but no one knew how to increase. Regarding the prognosis of ARC children, all respondents chose "unclear."ARC is relatively common in critically ill children, but pediatricians do not know much about it, as most of the current knowledge is based on adult studies. Furthermore, ARC is often confused with acute kidney injury, which would lead to very serious treatment errors. Therefore, more pediatric studies about ARC are needed, and ARC should be written into official pediatric guidelines as soon as possible to provide reference for pediatricians.
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- Ran Zhou
- Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui Province, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui Province, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui Province, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui Province, China
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Saudek K, Treat R, Rogers A, Hahn D, Lauck S, Saudek D, Weisgerber M. A novel faculty development tool for writing a letter of recommendation. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0244016. [PMID: 33326489 PMCID: PMC7743943 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0244016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2020] [Accepted: 11/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Objective Based on a national survey of program directors we developed a letter of recommendation (LOR) scoring rubric (SR) to assess LORs submitted to a pediatric residency program. The objective was to use the SR to analyze: the consistency of LOR ratings across raters and LOR components that contributed to impression of the LOR and candidate. Methods We graded 30 LORs submitted to a pediatric residency program that were evenly distributed based on final rank by our program. The SR contained 3 sections (letter features, phrases, and applicant abilities) and 2 questions about the quality of the LOR (LORQ) and impression of the candidate (IC) after reading the LOR on a 5-point Likert scale. Inter-rater reliability was calculated with intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC(2,1)). Pearson (r) correlations and stepwise multivariate linear regression modeling predicted LORQ and IC. Mean scores of phrases, features, and applicant abilities were analyzed with ANOVA and Bonferroni correction. Results Phrases (ICC(2,1) = 0.82, p<0.001)) and features (ICC(2,1) = 0.60, p<0.001)) were rated consistently, while applicant abilities were not (ICC(2,1) = 0.28, p<0.001)). For features, LORQ (R2 = 0.75, p<0.001) and IC (R2 = 0.58, p<0.001) were best predicated by: writing about candidates’ abilities, strength of recommendation, and depth of interaction with the applicant. For abilities, LORQ (R2 = 0.47, p<0.001) and IC (R2 = 0.51, p<0.001) were best predicted by: clinical reasoning, leadership, and communication skills (0.2). There were significant differences for phrases and features (p<0.05). Conclusions The SR was consistent across raters and correlates with impression of LORQ and IC. This rubric has potential as a faculty development tool for writing LORS.
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- Kris Saudek
- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hospital Medicine, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hospital Medicine, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hospital Medicine, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Cardiology, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hospital Medicine, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects approximately 2% of children in the United States (US). Therapeutic interventions are most effective if applied early, yet diagnosis often remains delayed, partly because the diagnosis is based on identifying abnormal behaviors that may not emerge until the disorder is well established. Universal screening has been recommended by the America Academy of Pediatrics at 18 and 24 months yet studies show low compliance by pediatricians and the US Preventive Services Task Force does not support universal screening. To better understand the limitations of universal screening this article looks at the performance of screening tests given the prevalence of ASD. Specifically, although the sensitivity and specificity of the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised with Follow-up, the de facto screening tool, exceeds 90%, the relatively low prevalence of ASD in the general population (∼2%) results in a positive predictive value of about 33%, resulting in only 1 of 3 children identified by the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised with Follow-up actually having ASD. To mitigate this issue, the America Academy of Pediatrics has recently recommended the use of a Level 2 screener after failing a Level 1 screener, before referring children on for a full comprehensive evaluation for ASD. In this way, a series of screening tools are used to enrich the population of children referred for further evaluation so fewer without an ASD diagnosis are evaluated. We have developed a program to train pediatricians to utilize these instruments as well as learn to diagnose ASD so children can effectively be referred for appropriate services at the front lines. Given the current burden on the medical system with the diagnosis and evaluation of children with ASD, it is important to create efficient systems for screening children which can best identify those most likely to have ASD. Developing methods to identify those children most at risk for developing ASD, either through consideration of medical or family history or through the use of biomarkers, may be helpful in identifying the children that require increased surveillance and those that do not need screening.
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- Patrick McCarty
- Section on Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Division of Neurology, Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ
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- Department of Child Health, University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ.
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Andler C, Daya S, Kowalek K, Boscardin C, van Schaik SM. E-ASSESS: Creating an EPA Assessment Tool for Structured Simulated Emergency Scenarios. J Grad Med Educ 2020; 12:153-158. [PMID: 32322347 PMCID: PMC7161329 DOI: 10.4300/jgme-d-19-00533.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2019] [Revised: 12/02/2019] [Accepted: 01/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The entrustable professional activity (EPA) assessment framework allows supervisors to assign entrustment levels to physician trainees for specific activities. Limited opportunity for direct observation of trainees hampers entrustment decisions, in particular for infrequently performed activities. Simulation allows for direct observation, so tools to assess performance of EPAs in simulation could potentially provide additional data to complement clinical assessments. OBJECTIVE We developed and collected validity evidence for a simulation-based tool grounded in the EPA framework. METHODS We developed E-ASSESS (EPA Assessment for Structured Simulated Emergency ScenarioS) to assess performance in 2 EPAs among pediatric residents participating in simulation-based team training in 2017-2018. We collected validity data, applying Messick's unitary view. Three raters used E-ASSESS to assign entrustment levels based on performance in simulation. We compared those ratings to entrustment levels assigned by clinical supervisors (different from the study raters) for the same residents on a separate tool designed for clinical practice. We calculated intraclass correlation (ICC) for each tool and Pearson correlation coefficients to compare ratings between tools. RESULTS Twenty-eight residents participated in the study. The ICC between the 3 raters for entrustment ratings on E-ASSESS ranged from 0.65 to 0.77, while ICC among raters of the clinical tool were 0.59 and 0.57. We found no significant correlations between E-ASSESS ratings and clinical practice ratings for either EPA (r = -0.35 and 0.38, P > .05). CONCLUSIONS Assessment following an EPA framework in the simulation context may be useful to provide data points to inform entrustment decisions as part of resident assessment.
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Nosetti L, Paglietti MG, Brunetti L, Masini L, La Grutta S, Cilluffo G, Ferrante G, Zaffanello M, Verrillo E, Pavone M, Niespolo AC, Broggi G, Cutrera R. Application of latent class analysis in assessing the awareness, attitude, practice and satisfaction of paediatricians on sleep disorder management in children in Italy. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0228377. [PMID: 32012194 PMCID: PMC6996829 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0228377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2019] [Accepted: 01/14/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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AIM To identify subgroups regarding paediatricians' awareness, attitude, practice and satisfaction about management of Sleep-Disordered Breathing (SDB) in Italy using Latent Class Analysis (LCA). METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted on a large sample of Italian paediatricians. Using a self-administered questionnaire, the study collected information on 420 Paediatric Hospital Paediatricians (PHPs) and 594 Family Care Paediatricians (FCPs). LCA was used to discover underlying response patterns, thus allowing identification of respondent groups with similar awareness, attitude, practice and satisfaction. A logistic regression model was used to investigate which independent variables influenced latent class membership. Analyses were performed using R 3.5.2 software. A p-value<0.05 was considered statistically significant. RESULTS Two classes were identified: Class 1 (n = 368, 36.29%) "Untrained and poorly satisfied" and Class 2 (n = 646, 63.71%) "Trained and satisfied." Involving paediatric pneumologists or otorhinolaryngologists in clinical practice was associated with an increased probability of Class 2 membership (OR = 5.88, 95%CI [2.94-13.19]; OR = 15.95, 95% CI [10.92-23.81] respectively). Examining more than 20 children with SDB during the last month decreased the probability of Class 2 membership (OR = 0.29, 95% CI [0.14-0.61]). FCPs showed a higher probability of Class 2 membership than PHPs (OR = 4.64, 95% CI [3.31-6.55]). CONCLUSIONS These findings suggest that the LCA approach can provide important information on how education and training could be tailored for different subgroups of paediatricians. In Italy standardized educational interventions improving paediatricians' screening of SDB are needed in order to guarantee efficient management of children with SDB and reduce the burden of disease.
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- Luana Nosetti
- Department of Paediatrics, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Santobono—Pausillipon—Napoli, Naples, Italy
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- Institute for Research and Biomedical Innovation (IRIB)- National Research Council (CNR), Palermo, Italy
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- Institute for Research and Biomedical Innovation (IRIB)- National Research Council (CNR), Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Health Promotion Sciences Maternal and Infant Care, Internal Medicine and Medical Specialities, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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Iyer MS, Lo CB, Stanley RM. General Pediatricians' Performance of Accreditation Agency's Recommended Procedures: A Complementary Analysis Using Administrative Data and the Knowledge Translation Model. J Contin Educ Health Prof 2020; 40:11-18. [PMID: 32149944 DOI: 10.1097/ceh.0000000000000284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education provided guidelines, in 2013, regarding 13 clinical procedures pediatric residents should learn. Previous studies show that, when asked, general pediatricians (GPeds) self-report performing these procedures infrequently. When examined using the knowledge translation model, this low procedural performance frequency, especially by GPeds, may indicate a problem within the primary care landscape. METHODS This was a descriptive study using the Partners For Kids, an accountable care organization, database to obtain how frequently each of the procedures was performed for a geographically representative sample of GPeds in central Ohio. RESULTS A total of 296 physicians participated in Partners For Kids. Nearly one-third practiced for more than 15 years (n = 83, 28%) and one-third also lived in a rural region (n = 78, 26.4%). The most commonly billed procedure was administering immunizations (n = 79,292, 92.3%); the least was peripheral intravenous catheter placement (n = 2, 0.002%). Most procedures were completed in the office-based setting. DISCUSSION General pediatricians in central Ohio do not frequently perform the 13 recommended procedures of Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. Evaluation of this problem using the knowledge translation model shows that potential barriers could be inadequate training during or after residency or more likely that these procedures are not necessary in GPeds' current scope of practice. The next step should be to see, from the practitioner's perspective, what procedures are important to their daily practice. Adapting this knowledge to the local context will help target continuing medical education/continuing professional development interventions.
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- Maya S Iyer
- Dr. Iyer: Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, the Ohio State University College of Medicine and Nationwide Children's Hospital, Children's Drive, Columbus, OH. Dr. Lo: Senior Research Scientist, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Children's Drive, Columbus, OH. Dr. Stanley: Associate Professor of Pediatrics, the Ohio State University College of Medicine, and Division Chief for Emergency Medicine at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Children's Drive, Columbus, OH
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Angal J, Gogoi M, Zenel J, Elliott AJ. Physicians Knowledge and Practice of Safe Sleep Recommendations for Infants in South Dakota. S D Med 2019; 72:349-353. [PMID: 31465639 PMCID: PMC8329855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Safe sleep recommendations for infants have been evolving over the past three decades. It has been shown that physicians' recommendations strongly influence parents' choice of infant sleep position. However, the proportion of physicians and/or nurses giving infant sleep advice to parents is reportedly low. METHODS A survey was conducted in South Dakota to evaluate pediatricians' and family practitioners' knowledge of safe sleep recommendations for infants. Survey questions assessed their beliefs regarding risk factors for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and their recommendations for safe sleep environments provided to parents/caregivers. RESULTS Among the respondents, 98 percent felt that it is important to discuss SIDS with every parent and 80 percent of them indicated a need within their profession to have further information on the topic of SIDS. However, 31 percent of physicians with 16 years or more since training and 64.5 percent of those with less than 16 years since training did provide safe sleep advice to parents and caregivers. CONCLUSIONS Despite the knowledge of SIDS risk factors, gaps were seen in dissemination of information regarding all risk factors to parents. While sleep position, postnatal exposures and breast feeding were more likely to be addressed, other elements of a safe sleep environment such as bedding surface, bed sharing, pacifier use and room ventilation were less likely to be covered. These findings indicate the need for improved health care provider education/communication in South Dakota.
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- Jyoti Angal
- Avera Research Institute, Center for Pediatric and Community Research, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
- University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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- Avera Research Institute, Center for Pediatric and Community Research, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
- University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Department of Basic Biomedical Sciences, Vermillion, South Dakota
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
- Sanford Children's Hospital, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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- Avera Research Institute, Center for Pediatric and Community Research, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
- Department of Pediatrics, University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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Shah L, Hossain J, Xie S, Zaritsky J. Poor adherence to early childhood blood pressure measurement guidelines in a large pediatric healthcare system. Pediatr Nephrol 2019; 34:697-701. [PMID: 30406366 DOI: 10.1007/s00467-018-4132-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2018] [Revised: 10/12/2018] [Accepted: 10/29/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Children who were born prematurely, those with a very low birthweight, or who have survived the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) are at risk for the development of hypertension and chronic kidney disease (CKD), and thus require blood pressure screening less than 3 years of age, per American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) 2004 and 2017 guidelines. METHODS We reviewed the practice patterns of a large pediatric health care system and assessed adherence to the AAP clinical practice guidelines on blood pressure measurements in children less than 3 years of age for hypertension and CKD with the following risk factors: prematurity, very low birthweight, and a neonatal intensive care setting encounter. This retrospective chart review included a total of 9965 patients with a median gestational age of 34 weeks. RESULTS Overall, 38% of patients had at least one blood pressure measured less than 3 years of age. Primary care accounted for 41% of all outpatient encounters and 4% of all blood pressure measurements. Surgical specialties (i.e., ophthalmology, otolaryngology, and orthopedics) accounted for many non-primary care visits and were less likely than medical specialties (i.e., cardiology and nephrology) to obtain a blood pressure measurement (p < 0.0001). CONCLUSIONS This study of a large healthcare system's practice revealed a lack of basic screening for hypertension in a population known to be at risk for hypertension and CKD.
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- Lokesh Shah
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA.
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- Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, 1600 Rockland Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19803, USA
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- Drexel University, 3141 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, 1600 Rockland Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19803, USA
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Imoisili OE, Goodman AB, Dooyema CA, Harrison MR, Belay B, Park S. Screening and Referral for Childhood Obesity: Adherence to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation. Am J Prev Med 2019; 56:179-186. [PMID: 30573333 PMCID: PMC10863670 DOI: 10.1016/j.amepre.2018.10.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2018] [Revised: 09/30/2018] [Accepted: 10/01/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends clinicians screen children aged 6 years or older for obesity and offer or refer children with obesity to intensive weight management programs. This study explores clinician awareness of weight management programs meeting the recommendation, adherence to the recommendation of screening and referral, and associations between provider and practice characteristics and weight management program referrals. METHODS This cross-sectional study used data from the DocStyles survey 2017, a web-based panel survey, analyzed in 2017. Among 1,023 clinicians who see pediatric patients, this study examined clinician awareness of weight management programs in their communities that met the recommendation, practice of screening for childhood obesity, and referral to weight management programs. Multivariable logistic regression estimated associations between the demographic and practice characteristics of clinicians and weight management program referrals. RESULTS Only 24.6% of surveyed clinicians were aware of a weight management program that met the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendation in their community; of those aware, 88.9% referred patients to these weight management programs. Most (83.6%) clinicians screened children for obesity in ≥75% of visits. Overall, 53.5% of clinicians provided referrals to weight management programs. Referral was higher among female clinicians and clinicians serving mostly middle-income patients. Providers without teaching hospital privileges had lower odds of referral. CONCLUSIONS Adherence to clinical recommendations is essential to curbing the childhood obesity epidemic. Only one in four surveyed clinicians were aware of weight management programs in their community meeting U.S. Preventive Services Task Force criteria. Half of clinicians referred pediatric patients with obesity to a weight management program. Results suggest efforts are needed to increase awareness of, and referral to, weight management programs meeting the recommendation.
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- Omoye E Imoisili
- Epidemic Intelligence Service, Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Laboratory Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia.
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- Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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Basco WT. Comparing the Care of Pediatric Hospitalists With That of General Pediatricians: Is It a Question With Waning Relevance? JAMA Netw Open 2018; 1:e185686. [PMID: 30646273 DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.5686] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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- William Thomas Basco
- Division of General Pediatrics, The Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston
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Schrewe B. Thrown into the world of independent practice: from unexpected uncertainty to new identities. Adv Health Sci Educ Theory Pract 2018; 23:1051-1064. [PMID: 29442206 DOI: 10.1007/s10459-018-9815-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2017] [Accepted: 02/08/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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One of the most exciting yet stressful times in a physician's life is transitioning from supervised training into independent practice. The majority of literature devoted to this topic has focused upon a perceived gap between clinical and non-clinical skills and interventions taken to address it. Building upon recent streams of scholarship in identity formation and adaptation to new contexts, this work uses a Heideggerian perspective to frame an autoethnographical exploration of the author's transition into independent paediatric practice. An archive of reflective journal entries and personal communications was assembled from the author's first 3 years of practice in four different contexts and analyzed using Heidegger's linked existentials of understanding, attunement and discourse. Insights from his journey suggest this period is a time of anxiety and vulnerability when one questions one's competence and very identity as a medical professional. At the same time, it illustrates the inseparable link between practitioners and the network of relationships in which they are bound, how these relationships contextually vary and how recognizing and tuning to these differences may allow for a more seamless transition. While this work is the experience of one person, its insights support the ideas that change is a constant in professional practice and competence is contextual. As a result, developing educational content that inculcates contextual flexibility and an increased comfort level with uncertainty may prepare our trainees not just to navigate the unavoidable novelty of transition, but lay the groundwork for professional identities attuned to engage more broadly with change itself.
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- Brett Schrewe
- Department of Pediatrics and Centre for Health Education Scholarship, Faculty of Medicine, The University of British Columbia, 429 - 2194 Health Sciences Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada.
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O'Neill ME, Ryan A, Kwon S, Binns HJ. Evaluation of Pediatrician Adherence to the American Academy of Pediatrics Health Supervision Guidelines for Down Syndrome. Am J Intellect Dev Disabil 2018; 123:387-398. [PMID: 30198765 DOI: 10.1352/1944-7558-123.5.387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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The American Academy of Pediatrics's guideline on health supervision for children with Down syndrome (DS) offers pediatricians guidance to improve detection of comorbid conditions. Pediatrician adherence has not yet been comprehensively evaluated. Medical records of 31 children with DS who received primary care at two urban academic clinic sites from 2008-2012 were reviewed. Data was extracted on adherence to age-specific individual guideline components for each subject by year-of-life (total 84 years-of-life). Overall adherence across all components was 83% (2001 guideline) and 67% (2011 guideline). Adherence to thyroid, hearing, vision, and developmental components was >85%, and anticipatory guidance regarding atlantoaxial instability and sexuality was <35%. Overall adherence was higher when a subject was younger and when a provider was an attending-level pediatrician.
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- Meghan E O'Neill
- Meghan E. O'Neill, Alexandra Ryan, Soyang Kwon, and Helen J. Binns, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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- Meghan E. O'Neill, Alexandra Ryan, Soyang Kwon, and Helen J. Binns, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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- Meghan E. O'Neill, Alexandra Ryan, Soyang Kwon, and Helen J. Binns, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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- Meghan E. O'Neill, Alexandra Ryan, Soyang Kwon, and Helen J. Binns, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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Soans ST. Beneath the White Coat. Indian Pediatr 2018; 55:193-195. [PMID: 29629691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Bhise V, Meyer AND, Menon S, Singhal G, Street RL, Giardina TD, Singh H. Patient perspectives on how physicians communicate diagnostic uncertainty: An experimental vignette study. Int J Qual Health Care 2018; 30:2-8. [PMID: 29329438 DOI: 10.1093/intqhc/mzx170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2017] [Accepted: 12/29/2017] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE We evaluated the effects of three different strategies for communicating diagnostic uncertainty on patient perceptions of physician competence and visit satisfaction. DESIGN/SETTING Experimental vignette-based study design involving pediatric cases presented to a convenience sample of parents living in a large US city. PARTICIPANTS/INTERVENTION(S) Three vignettes were developed, each describing one of three different ways physicians communicated diagnostic uncertainty to parents-(i) explicit expression of uncertainty ('not sure' about diagnosis), (ii) implicit expression of uncertainty using broad differential diagnoses and (iii) implicit expression of uncertainty using 'most likely' diagnoses. Participants were randomly assigned to one of the three vignettes and then answered a 37-item web-based questionnaire. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S) Outcome variables included parent-perceived technical competence of physician, trust and confidence, visit satisfaction and adherence to physician instructions. Differences between the three groups were compared using analysis of variance, followed by individual post hoc analyses with Bonferroni correction. RESULTS Seventy-one participants completed the vignette questions. Demographic characteristics and scores on activation (parent activation measure [PAM]) and intolerance to uncertainty were similar across the three groups. Explicit expression of uncertainty was associated with lower perceived technical competence, less trust and confidence, and lower patient adherence as compared to the two groups with implicit communication. These latter two groups had comparable outcomes. CONCLUSION Parents may react less negatively in terms of perceived competence, physician confidence and trust, and intention to adhere when diagnostic uncertainty is communicated using implicit strategies, such as using broad differential diagnoses or most likely diagnoses. Evidence-based strategies to communicate diagnostic uncertainty to patients need further development.
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- Viraj Bhise
- Center for Innovations in Quality, Effectiveness, and Safety (IQuESt), Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Department of Medicine, Section of Health Services Research, Baylor College of Medicine, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Center for Innovations in Quality, Effectiveness, and Safety (IQuESt), Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Department of Medicine, Section of Health Services Research, Baylor College of Medicine, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Houston Community College, 1300 Holman Street, Houston, TX 77004, USA
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- Pediatric Hospital Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital, 6621 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Center for Innovations in Quality, Effectiveness, and Safety (IQuESt), Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Department of Medicine, Section of Health Services Research, Baylor College of Medicine, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Department of Communication, Texas A&M University, 4234 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843, USA
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- Center for Innovations in Quality, Effectiveness, and Safety (IQuESt), Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Department of Medicine, Section of Health Services Research, Baylor College of Medicine, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Center for Innovations in Quality, Effectiveness, and Safety (IQuESt), Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Department of Medicine, Section of Health Services Research, Baylor College of Medicine, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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Shapiro EG, Escolar ML, Delaney KA, Mitchell JJ. Assessments of neurocognitive and behavioral function in the mucopolysaccharidoses. Mol Genet Metab 2017; 122S:8-16. [PMID: 29128371 DOI: 10.1016/j.ymgme.2017.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2017] [Revised: 09/12/2017] [Accepted: 09/13/2017] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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The mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) are a group of rare, inherited lysosomal storage disorders in which accumulation of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) leads to progressive tissue and organ dysfunction. In addition to a variety of somatic signs and symptoms, patients with rapidly progressing MPS I (Hurler), II, III, and VII can present with significant neurological manifestations, including impaired cognitive abilities, difficulties in language and speech, behavioral abnormalities, sleep problems, and/or seizures. Neurological symptoms have a substantial impact on the quality of life of MPS patients and their families. Due to the progressive nature of cognitive impairment in these MPS patients, neurocognitive function is a sensitive indicator of disease progression, and a relevant outcome when testing efficacy of therapies for these disorders. In order to effectively manage and develop therapies that address neurological manifestations of MPS, it is important to use appropriate neurocognitive assessment tools that are sensitive to changes in neurocognitive function in MPS patients. This review discusses expert opinions on key issues and considerations for effective neurocognitive testing in MPS patients. In addition, it describes the neurocognitive assessment tools that have been used in clinical practice for these patients. The content of this review is based on existing literature and information from a meeting of international experts with extensive experience in managing and treating MPS disorders.
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- Elsa G Shapiro
- Shapiro Neuropsychology Consultants, LLC, Portland, OR, USA; Department of Pediatrics and Neurology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA.
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- Department of Pediatric Neurodevelopment, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Departments of Endocrinology and Metabolism & Medical Genetics, Montreal Children's Hospital, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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Lu PJ, Yankey D, Jeyarajah J, O'Halloran A, Meyer SA, Elam-Evans LD, Reagan-Steiner S. Impact of Provider Recommendation on Tdap Vaccination of Adolescents Aged 13-17 Years. Am J Prev Med 2017; 53:373-384. [PMID: 28495221 PMCID: PMC5794009 DOI: 10.1016/j.amepre.2017.03.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2016] [Revised: 03/08/2017] [Accepted: 03/29/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination has been recommended for adolescents in the U.S. since 2006. Information on Tdap vaccination by provider recommendation is limited. The purpose of this study is to assess recent Tdap vaccination by provider recommendation status among adolescents aged 13-17 years. METHODS The 2013 National Immunization Survey-Teen data (N=18,948) were analyzed in 2016 to assess national and state-specific Tdap vaccination coverage disparities among adolescents by provider recommendation status, and other demographic and access to care variables. Multivariable logistic regression analysis and predictive marginal modeling evaluated associations between Tdap vaccination and provider recommendation status and other factors among adolescents aged 13-17 years. RESULTS Overall, only 56.9% of adolescents aged 13-17 years received a provider recommendation for Tdap. Coverage was significantly higher among adolescents with a provider recommendation (88.6%) compared with those without a provider recommendation (80.5%) (p<0.05). Multivariable logistic regression showed that characteristics independently associated with a higher likelihood of Tdap vaccination included receiving a provider recommendation, Hispanic ethnicity, having two to three physician contacts in the past 12 months, having one or two vaccination providers, and receiving vaccinations from more than one type of facility (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS Provider recommendations were significantly associated with Tdap vaccination among adolescents aged 13-17 years. However, 43% of parents of adolescents did not receive a provider recommendation. Evidence-based strategies such as standing orders and provider reminders alone or health systems interventions in combination should be taken to improve provider recommendation and Tdap vaccination coverage.
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- Peng-Jun Lu
- Immunization Services Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia;.
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- Immunization Services Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Immunization Services Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Immunization Services Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Division of Bacterial Diseases, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Immunization Services Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Immunization Services Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia
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Hidas G, Ben Chaim J, Udassin R, Graeb M, Gofrit ON, Zisk-Rony RY, Pode D, Duvdevani M, Yutkin V, Neheman A, Fruman A, Arbel D, Kopuler V, Armon Y, Landau EH. Timing of Orchidopexy for Undescended Testis in Israel: A Quality of Care Study. Isr Med Assoc J 2016; 18:697-700. [PMID: 28466623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Strong evidence suggests that in order to prevent irreversible testicular damage surgical correction (orchidopexy) for undescended testis (UDT) should be performed before the age of 1 year. OBJECTIVES To evaluate whether orchidopexy is delayed in our medical system, and if so, to explore the pattern of referral for orchidopexy as a possible contributing factor in such delays. METHODS We conducted a retrospective chart review of all children who underwent orchidopexy for UDT between 2003 and 2013 in our institution. We collected data on the age at surgery and the child's health insurance plan. We also surveyed pediatricians from around the country regarding their pattern of UDT patient referral to a pediatric urologist or surgeon for surgical correction. RESULTS A total of 813 children underwent orchidopexy in our institute during the study period. The median age at surgery was 1.49 years (range 0.5-13). Only 11% of the children underwent surgery under the age of 1 year, and 53% between the ages of 1 and 2 years. These findings were consistent throughout the years, with no difference between the four health insurance plans. Sixty-three pediatricians who participated in the survey reported that they referred children to surgery at a median age of 1 year (range 0.5-3 years). CONCLUSIONS Our results demonstrate delayed orchidopexy in our medical system. There is a need to improve awareness for early specialist consultation in order to facilitate earlier surgery and better care.
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- Guy Hidas
- Pediatric Urology Unit, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Pediatric Urology Unit, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Pediatric Urology Unit, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Urology, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Urology, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Departments of Urology and Pediatric Surgery, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Urology, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Pediatric Urology Unit, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Pediatric Urology Unit, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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Romeo L, Gibelli D, Giannotta F, Zocchi MT, Rossi RC, Kustermann A, Cattaneo C. Can family pediatricians in Italy identify child abuse? A survey. Minerva Pediatr 2016; 68:230-236. [PMID: 27176667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The introduction of the concept of child abuse has radically changed the mode of interaction between pediatricians and children, but also the practice of sanitary personnel in primary care centers, who are often the first to see victims of maltreatment. This study aims at illustrating the results of a questionnaire sent to family doctors, pediatricians and hospitals in Milan and surrounding areas concerning child abuse. Among all the operators, 273 returned the questionnaires. The results show scarce knowledge on how to report to judicial authority in cases of child abuse (51.5%), mainly because of lack of basilar information concerning the manner of reporting. For what concerns specific training, almost half the subjects recruited for the study admitted not to have attended any congress or meeting concerning child maltreatment in the last three years. In the same time span, more than one third has not read any scientific articles concerning child abuse. In addition, 75.6% admit to not ever having attended any professional training course concerning child maltreatment. This study highlights the scarce knowledge on the behalf of pediatricians and general practitioners regarding how to deal with child abuse and the importance of proper training programs.
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- Lucia Romeo
- Soccorso Violenza Sessuale e Domestica (SVSeD) Counseling Service, Cà Granda Scientific Research Foundation, Maggiore Policlinico Hospital, Milan, Italy -
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Marie-Mitchell A, Studer KR, O'Connor TG. How knowledge of adverse childhood experiences can help pediatricians prevent mental health problems. Fam Syst Health 2016; 34:128-135. [PMID: 26950476 DOI: 10.1037/fsh0000179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The purpose of this study was to gain a better understanding of the perspectives of low-income, minority primary caregivers to inform the design of pediatric interventions to prevent mental health problems. METHOD The authors conducted a follow-up study of female primary caretakers of children ages 4-5 years old in an urban northeastern pediatric practice, including 5 mothers of children with low Child Adverse Childhood Experiences (C-ACE) scores and 13 mothers of children with high C-ACE scores. RESULTS Participation in early speech therapy, preschool programs, or mental health treatment was less likely for children with high C-ACE scores. Mothers of children with behavior problems expressed the most interest in developmental behavioral evaluations, parenting interventions, and mental health treatment. Information about nutrition and exercise options was of interest to mothers from low and high C-ACE groups. DISCUSSION Results suggest that screening for C-ACE along with developmental and behavioral screening may help pediatric health care providers to identify children who are both at greatest risk for mental health problems and in need of help in accessing services. Incorporation of nutrition and exercise components into mental health interventions may increase enrollment and retention, as may targeting mental health interventions and referrals to parents with child behavior concerns. (PsycINFO Database Record
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BACKGROUND Patient feedback is increasingly important in clinical practice, and this should include children's views. 28 children aged 8-10 years participating in a large-scale OSCE underwent cranial nerve examination by student candidates. They scored each out of 10 for the question: 'If you had to see a doctor again, how happy would you be to see this one?' An age-adapted qualitative focus group methodology was used to explore why they scored some students more highly than others. RESULTS Children's scores for the 256 medical students ranged from 2 to 10 (median 9; mean 8.46). 76% of scores were above 8. 'Good' doctor attributes included: 'friendly', 'funny', 'knowledgeable', 'confident'; 'bad' doctor attributes were: 'making mistakes', 'not paying attention', 'forgot everything', 'serious'. Children's reasons for specific scores are further explored. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION Scores were positively skewed, in line with most patient/simulated patient feedback, and children discriminated between candidates. It should not be assumed that clinician examiners can accurately represent the views of child patients who may value different qualities in doctors. Children participating in our study had clear views of what they want from a doctor: a consultative approach with clear and kind explanation of the process of examination.
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Killough E, Spector L, Moffatt M, Wiebe J, Nielsen-Parker M, Anderst J. Diagnostic agreement when comparing still and video imaging for the medical evaluation of child sexual abuse. Child Abuse Negl 2016; 52:102-109. [PMID: 26746111 DOI: 10.1016/j.chiabu.2015.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2015] [Revised: 12/09/2015] [Accepted: 12/14/2015] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Still photo imaging is often used in medical evaluations of child sexual abuse (CSA) but video imaging may be superior. We aimed to compare still images to videos with respect to diagnostic agreement regarding hymenal deep notches and transections in post-pubertal females. Additionally, we evaluated the role of experience and expertise on agreement. We hypothesized that videos would result in improved diagnostic agreement of multiple evaluators as compared to still photos. This was a prospective quasi-experimental study using imaging modality as the quasi-independent variable. The dependent variable was diagnostic agreement of participants regarding presence/absence of findings indicating penetrative trauma on non-acute post-pubertal genital exams. Participants were medical personnel who regularly perform CSA exams. Diagnostic agreement was evaluated utilizing a retrospective selection of videos and still photos obtained directly from the videos. Videos and still photos were embedded into an on-line survey as sixteen cases. One-hundred sixteen participants completed the study. Participant diagnosis was more likely to agree with study center diagnosis when using video (p<0.01). Use of video resulted in statistically significant changes in diagnosis in four of eight cases. In two cases, the diagnosis of the majority of participants changed from no hymenal transection to transection present. No difference in agreement was found based on experience or expertise. Use of video vs. still images resulted in increased agreement with original examiner and changes in diagnostic impressions in review of CSA exams. Further study is warranted, as video imaging may have significant impacts on diagnosis.
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- Emily Killough
- Children's Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64113, USA
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- Children's Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64113, USA
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- Children's Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64113, USA
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- Children's Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64113, USA
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- Children's Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64113, USA
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Anderst J, Nielsen-Parker M, Moffatt M, Frazier T, Kennedy C. Using simulation to identify sources of medical diagnostic error in child physical abuse. Child Abuse Negl 2016; 52:62-69. [PMID: 26779947 DOI: 10.1016/j.chiabu.2015.12.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2015] [Revised: 12/29/2015] [Accepted: 12/30/2015] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Little is known regarding sources of diagnostic error at the provider level in cases of possible child physical abuse. This study examines medical diagnosis as part of medical management and not as part of legal investigation. Simulation offers the opportunity to evaluate diagnostic accuracy and identify error sources. We aimed to identify sources of medical diagnostic error in cases of possible abuse by assessing diagnostic accuracy, identifying gaps in evaluation, and characterizing information used by medical providers to reach their diagnoses. Eight femur fracture simulation cases, half of which were abuse and half accident, were created. Providers from a tertiary pediatric emergency department participated in a simulation exercise involving 1 of the 8 cases. Performance was evaluated using structured scoring tools and debriefing, and qualitative analysis characterized participants' rationales for their diagnoses. Overall, 39% of the 43 participants made an incorrect diagnosis regarding abuse. An incorrect diagnosis was over 8 times more likely to occur in accident than in abuse cases (OR=8.8; 95% CI 2 to 39). Only 58% of participants correctly identified the fracture morphology, 60% correctly identified the mechanics necessary to generate the morphology, and 30% of ordered all appropriate tests for occult injury. In misdiagnoses, participants frequently falsely believed the injury did not match the proposed mechanism and the history provided by the caregiver had changed. Education programs targeting the identified error sources may result in fewer diagnostic errors and improve outcomes. The findings also support the need for referral to child abuse experts in many cases.
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- James Anderst
- Children's Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64113, USA
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- Children's Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64113, USA
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- Children's Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64113, USA
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- Children's Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64113, USA
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Gül H, Yürümez E, Yaylalı FH, Gül A. The perceptions of pediatricians regarding their self-efficacy in child neglect and abuse. Turk J Pediatr 2015; 57:475-481. [PMID: 27411414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Child abuse is one of the most severe forms of childhood trauma which has pervasive and long-lasting effects on children, their families, and the society. These effects, impairing the development of the victims, extend far beyond childhood into adolescence and adulthood. Pediatricians are the most common group of clinicians who encounter abused children immediately. Therefore, it is important for a pediatrician to be aware of the symptoms of abuse and neglect, and to feel sufficient about reporting in order to release and prevent the trauma. We aimed to assess awareness and self-efficacy about recognizing, diagnosing and reporting. Pediatricians completed the questionnaire created by the researchers. There were differences about pediatricians' perception of self-efficacy and approach to abuse. Pediatricians experience difficulties about the diagnosis of child abuse and neglect through the process from examination to reporting.
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- Hesna Gül
- Clinics of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Kahramanmaraş Necip Fazıl City Hospital, Kahramanmaraş, Turkey.
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