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Loehfelm AM, Maxfield HA, Wallace LS. Do pediatric oral suspension acetaminophen and ibuprofen product labeling and online resources facilitate intended use? EXPLORATORY RESEARCH IN CLINICAL AND SOCIAL PHARMACY 2023; 12:100360. [PMID: 38054192 PMCID: PMC10694735 DOI: 10.1016/j.rcsop.2023.100360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Revised: 10/02/2023] [Accepted: 10/31/2023] [Indexed: 12/07/2023] Open
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Background Caregivers often have difficulty administering pediatric medications which frequently results in increased dosing error risk. Objective We examined health literacy characteristics of pediatric over-the-counter (OTC) oral suspension acetaminophen and ibuprofen instructional materials and dosing instruments. Methods We conducted a descriptive analysis of dosing instructions, measuring syringe characteristics, and internet-based resources among a sample of OTC pediatric oral suspension acetaminophen and ibuprofen products (n = 14). Results All products included Drug Facts Panels, employed consistent abbreviation use, and stated measuring dosage with syringe provided. However, oral syringe dosing increment markings did not match box or bottle dosing charts. Most products had supplemental English-language internet-based content resources available. Conclusions While OTC pediatric oral suspension acetaminophen and ibuprofen products labeling included key drug fact elements, there were inconsistencies between medication dosing chart labeling guidelines and oral syringe dosing increments/markings. It is vital that oral dosing syringes are clearly marked to match product dosing chart labeling s as a means of potentially reducing caregiver dosing errors.
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- Alexis M. Loehfelm
- , West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, United States of America
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- The Ohio State University, 400 N Lee Street, Lewisburg, WV 24901, United States of America
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- The Ohio State University, College of Medicine, Department of Biomedical Education and Anatomy, 260 Meiling Hall, 370 W. 9 Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210, United States of America
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Yuan W, Dong Z, Xue J, Luo L, Xue Y. Which visual elements on packaging affect perceived credibility? A case study of in vitro diagnostic kits. Heliyon 2023; 9:e17239. [PMID: 37389054 PMCID: PMC10300339 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e17239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2022] [Revised: 06/04/2023] [Accepted: 06/12/2023] [Indexed: 07/01/2023] Open
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With increasing public health awareness and the unprecedented global health crisis, consumers' demand for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) reagents is gradually increasing. However, consumer mistrust remains a significant barrier to purchasing and using IVD products. Pharmaceutical companies and governments prioritizing direct-to-consumer (DTC) marketing have recognized the impact of visual packaging elements on consumer perception. Thus, we researched whether visual packaging elements systematically influence consumers' perceived credibility of IVD products' credence attributes, namely, their ability to protect personal and public health. Combining previous related studies, this study was conducted experimentally with rapid diagnostic test (RDT) kits, assuming that the visual elements (i.e., typeface, color, pattern, and information) of packaging can influence consumers' perceived credibility of RDT kits and explored which elements are more credible. Questionnaires were randomly selected and assigned to 216 participants. The results indicated that all four elements influenced the participants' perceived credibility. Specifically, a sans serif typeface, realistic pattern, chromatic color, and more information made the participants feel more credible. Our research results fill a gap in the consumer perception of over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products by providing new insights into dissecting consumer perceptions. This offers a novel design strategy for online and offline marketing and promotional efforts by different companies and governmental organizations.
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Rungvivatjarus T, Huang MZ, Winckler B, Chen S, Fisher ES, Rhee KE. Parental Factors Affecting Pediatric Medication Management in Underserved Communities. Acad Pediatr 2023; 23:155-164. [PMID: 36100181 DOI: 10.1016/j.acap.2022.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2022] [Revised: 08/28/2022] [Accepted: 09/05/2022] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND Medication errors and adverse drug events are common in the pediatric population. Limited English proficiency and low health literacy have been associated with decreased medication adherence, increased medication errors, and worse health outcomes. This study explores parental factors affecting medication management in underserved communities. METHODS Using qualitative methods, we identified factors believed to affect medication management among parents. We conducted focus group discussions between December 2019 and September 2020. We recruited parents and health care professionals from local community partners and a tertiary care children's hospital. Sessions were recorded and transcribed. Three investigators created the coding scheme. Two investigators independently coded each focus group and organized results into themes using thematic analysis. RESULTS Eleven focus groups were held (n = 45): 4 English-speaking parent groups (n = 18), 3 Spanish-speaking parent groups (n = 11), and 4 health care professional groups (n = 16). We identified 4 main factors that could impact medication delivery: 1) limited health literacy among parents and feeling inadequate at medication administration (knowledge/skill gap), 2) poor communication between caregivers (regarding medication delivery, dosage, frequency, and purpose) and between providers (regarding what has been prescribed), 3) lack of pediatric medication education resources, and 4) personal attitudes and beliefs that influence one's medication-related decisions. CONCLUSIONS The compounding effect of these factors - knowledge, communication, resource, and personal belief - may put families living in underserved communities at greater risk for medication errors and suboptimal health outcomes. These findings can be used to guide future interventions and may help optimize medication delivery for pediatric patients.
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- Tiranun Rungvivatjarus
- Department of Pediatrics, University of California San Diego (T Rungvivatjarus, MZ Huang, S Chen, ES Fisher, KE Rhee), San Diego, Calif; Rady Children's Hospital (T Rungvivatjarus, MZ Huang, ES Fisher, KE Rhee), San Diego, Calif.
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of California San Diego (T Rungvivatjarus, MZ Huang, S Chen, ES Fisher, KE Rhee), San Diego, Calif; Rady Children's Hospital (T Rungvivatjarus, MZ Huang, ES Fisher, KE Rhee), San Diego, Calif
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- Division of Hospital Medicine (B Winckler), Children's Hospital of Orange County, Orange, Calif
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of California San Diego (T Rungvivatjarus, MZ Huang, S Chen, ES Fisher, KE Rhee), San Diego, Calif
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of California San Diego (T Rungvivatjarus, MZ Huang, S Chen, ES Fisher, KE Rhee), San Diego, Calif; Rady Children's Hospital (T Rungvivatjarus, MZ Huang, ES Fisher, KE Rhee), San Diego, Calif
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of California San Diego (T Rungvivatjarus, MZ Huang, S Chen, ES Fisher, KE Rhee), San Diego, Calif; Rady Children's Hospital (T Rungvivatjarus, MZ Huang, ES Fisher, KE Rhee), San Diego, Calif
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Bhavsar D, Hohman C, Stinson HE, Wallace LS. Child Dehydration Management: A Health Literacy-Focused Resource Analysis. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HEALTH EDUCATION 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2021.1973618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Modifications to Infant Formula Instructions Improve the Accuracy of Formula Dispensing. Nutrients 2020; 12:nu12041150. [PMID: 32325958 PMCID: PMC7230650 DOI: 10.3390/nu12041150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2020] [Revised: 04/14/2020] [Accepted: 04/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Readability of infant formula preparation instructions is universally poor, which may result in inaccurate infant feeding. Given that inaccurate formula dispensing can lead to altered infant growth and increased adiposity, there is an increased need for easy to follow instructions for formula preparation. We hypothesize that altering infant formula instruction labels using feedback from iterative focus groups will improve the preparation accuracy of powdered infant formula in a randomized controlled trial. Participants were recruited from the community, 18 years of age or older, willing to disclose demographic information for focus group matching, and willing to participate freely in the first (n = 21) or second (n = 150) phase of the study. In the second phase, participants were randomized to use the standard manufacturer instructions or to use the modified instructions created in the first phase. Accuracy was defined as the percent error between manufacturer-intended powder formula quantity and the amount dispensed by the participant. Participants who were assigned to the modified instructions were able to dispense the powdered formula more accurately than participants who used the standard manufacturer instructions (−0.67 ± 0.76 vs. −4.66 ± 0.74% error; p < 0.0001). Accuracy in powdered formula dispensing was influenced by bottle size (p = 0.02) but not by body mass index (p = 0.17), education level (p = 0.75), income (p = 0.7), age (p = 0.89) or caregiver status (p = 0.18). Percent error of water measurement was not different between the groups (standard: −1.4 ± 0.6 vs. modified: 0.7 ± 0.6%; p = 0.38). Thus, caloric density was more accurate in the modified instructions group compared to the standard manufacturer instructions group (−0.3 ± 0.6 vs.−2.9 ± 0.9%; p = 0.03). Infant formula label modifications using focus group feedback increased infant formula preparation accuracy.
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Alinejad-Naeini M, Razavi N, Sohrabi S, Heidari-Beni F. The association between health literacy, social support and self-efficacy in mothers of preterm neonates. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2019; 34:1703-1710. [PMID: 31307262 DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2019.1644620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Health literacy, social support and self-efficacy are important concepts in mothers of preterm neonates. The purpose of study was to determine the association between health literacy, social support and self-efficacy of mothers of preterm neonates admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit. METHODS This descriptive correlational study was conducted from November 2017 to January 2019 on 200 mothers of preterm neonates admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit of selected hospitals affiliated with Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. Data were collected using demographic, maternal health literacy, maternal self-efficacy and multidimensional scale of perceived social support questionnaires. Data were analyzed by descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential tests (Pearson correlation coefficient) using SPSS-PC (v.23) and R software. RESULTS The data showed 23.5% of mothers had high likelihood of low health literacy, 45.5% had possibility of low health literacy and 31% had adequate with mean score 2.57 ± 1.28. Also, 9.5% of participants had low perceived social support, 62.5% moderate perceived social support and 28% high perceived social support. Maternal self-efficacy score was 52.54 ± 8.06. Pearson's correlation coefficient analyses revealed a statistically significant positive correlation between maternal health literacy and social support (r = 0.304, p < .001). Also maternal health literacy was positively correlated with the self-efficacy (r = 0.292, p < .001) and self-efficacy was positively correlated with social support (r = 0.440, p < .001). CONCLUSION Health literacy, social support and self-efficacy of mothers of preterm neonates admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit in Iran are related together. Therefore, neonatal care nurses need to note this in care of this clients and adopt strategies to enhance them.
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- Mona Alinejad-Naeini
- Department of Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Health, Education and Health Promotion, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Hazrat Ali Asghar Children's Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Rudge JE, Raithatha M. Critical illness and multi-organ failure following topical application of skin-lightening preparation. Anaesth Rep 2019; 7:47-49. [PMID: 32051947 DOI: 10.1002/anr3.12014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/15/2019] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Topical application of skin-lightening cream is increasingly undertaken in many non-Caucasian populations for cultural and social reasons. It is a rare cause of poisoning that has potential to lead to significant harm due to skin damage and systemic absorption of cream following application over prolonged periods of time. This case report describes for the development of multi-organ failure in an adult due to salicylate toxicity after whole-body application of a skin-lightening cream for 24 h. It highlights the need for vigilance and awareness of the toxic potential of topical salicylates.
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- J E Rudge
- Department of Anaesthetics Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust Birmingham UK
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- Department of Anaesthetics Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust Birmingham UK
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Ubavić S, Bogavac-Stanojević N, Jović-Vraneš A, Krajnović D. Understanding of Information about Medicines Use among Parents of Pre-School Children in Serbia: Parental Pharmacotherapy Literacy Questionnaire (PTHL-SR). INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2018; 15:ijerph15050977. [PMID: 29757928 PMCID: PMC5982016 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph15050977] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2018] [Revised: 04/04/2018] [Accepted: 04/16/2018] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Parental health literacy plays an important role in children’s health, Experiences from pharmacy practice show that is necessary to check if parents understand instructions about use of medicines for children. This study aimed to assess pharmacotherapy literacy of parents of pre-school children and to examine association of parental pharmacotherapy literacy level with parent’s socio-demographic characteristics. The study was cross-sectional, conducted among parents of pre-school children (1⁻7 years of age), in kindergartens in several municipalities of Belgrade, Serbia, during regular parents meetings, from May to October 2016. Functional health literacy was measured by the Serbian version of the Short Test of Functional Health Literacy in Adults (S-TOFHLA). Parental pharmacotherapy literacy was assessed with newly constructed PTHL-SR questionnaire with good psychometric characteristics (Parental pharmacotherapy literacy questionnaire—Serbian). Overall, 813 parents participated in the study, mostly females (81.30%), between 30 to 40 years of age (70.85%) with two children (56.70%). Almost all of our study participants (99%) had adequate health literacy as assessed by S-TOFHLA. Mean score on PTHL-SR was 72.83% (standard deviation was 13.37), with better results among females than males (72% of women were in the group of highest PTHL-SR results). Our study showed that many parents (76.5%) knew the appropriate usage of non-prescription medicine for children, 57.2% parents were able to correctly calculate the dose of oral syrup for a child, and only 43.3% were able to interpret non-prescription dosage information written on the package. The majority of parents (61.3%) would make a dosage to child based on age and not on their weight. Every fifth parent with adequate functional health literacy measured by S-TOFHLA test, achieved the lowest results measured by PTHL-SR. Higher performance of the PTHL-SR was significantly correlated with education (p < 0.001), female sex (p < 0.001), married parents and those living in common-law (p < 0.001), older parents (p < 0.05) and parents who have more children (p < 0.05), and are non-smokers (p < 0.05). These results provide evidence that limitations in understanding common information about use of medicines are widespread among parents of pre-school children and encourage efforts for further investigation. PTHL-SR questionnaire may be a useful tool for identification of parents who need more instructions and assistance from healthcare providers, above all in providing better communication, written or spoken at community pharmacy settings.
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- Stana Ubavić
- Medicines and Medical Devices Agency of Serbia (ALIMS), 11221 Belgrade, Serbia.
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Belgrade, 11221 Belgrade, Serbia.
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- Institute of Social Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia; .
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- Department of Social Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Legislation, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Belgrade, 11221 Belgrade, Serbia.
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Rawlinson S, McLister A, Kanyong P, Davis J. Rapid determination of salicylic acid at screen printed electrodes. Microchem J 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.microc.2017.09.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Chhabra R, Chisolm DJ, Bayldon B, Quadri M, Sharif I, Velazquez JJ, Encalada K, Rivera A, Harris M, Levites-Agababa E, Yin HS. Evaluation of Pediatric Human Papillomavirus Vaccination Provider Counseling Written Materials: A Health Literacy Perspective. Acad Pediatr 2018; 18:S28-S36. [PMID: 29502634 DOI: 10.1016/j.acap.2017.08.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2017] [Revised: 07/19/2017] [Accepted: 08/05/2017] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Despite recommendations supporting human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination, pediatric vaccination rates remain suboptimal in the United States; lack of tools to support provider counseling is one barrier. We sought to evaluate HPV-related counseling materials for readability, suitability, and content, and assess parent perceptions of materials, using a health literacy perspective. METHODS A systematic search was conducted for written materials developed for HPV vaccination counseling by examining state Department of Health Web sites and associated links to local and national organizations. Materials were assessed for the following: 1) readability (Flesch Reading Ease, Flesch-Kincaid, Gunning Fog, Simple Measure of Gobbledygook, Fry), 2) suitability (understandability and actionability) (Suitability Assessment of Materials; Patient Education Materials Assessment Tool for Printable Materials), and 3) coverage of 8 key content areas (recommended by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Semistructured interviews were conducted with English-speaking parents or caregivers of children 9 to 17 years of age from 3 pediatric clinics (New York, Ohio, Illinois) serving predominantly low-income families to assess perceptions and usefulness of 4 handouts selected for review. RESULTS Thirty-eight documents were assessed. Mean ± standard deviation (SD) reading grade level was 9.4 ± 2; 10.5% (n = 4) had a reading level of 6th grade or below; 68.4% (n = 26) were considered not suitable. Mean understandability was 41.7% and mean actionability was 20.7%. Only 5.3% (n = 2) addressed all 8 content areas mean ± SD (number of areas = 6.7 ± 1.2). Brochure comprehensiveness and inclusion of a personal story were cited as factors that would be helpful in influencing parents to vaccinate against HPV. CONCLUSIONS Few written materials for HPV vaccination counseling were optimal from a health literacy best practices perspective. Content comprehensiveness was important for informed decision making.
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- Rosy Chhabra
- Department of Pediatrics, Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore, Bronx, NY.
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- The Ohio State University Department of Pediatrics, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Ill
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- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Ill
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- Department of Pediatrics, Sunset Park Family Health Center, NYU Langone, Brooklyn, NY
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- Department of Pediatrics, NYU School of Medicine-Bellevue Hospital, New York, NY
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- Department of Pediatrics, NYU School of Medicine-Bellevue Hospital, New York, NY
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- Department of Pediatrics, Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore, Bronx, NY
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- The Ohio State University Department of Pediatrics, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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- Department of Pediatrics, NYU School of Medicine-Bellevue Hospital, New York, NY; Department of Population Health, NYU School of Medicine, New York, NY
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Pediatric Nurses' Perspectives on Medication Teaching in a Children's Hospital. J Pediatr Nurs 2017; 36:225-231. [PMID: 28888507 DOI: 10.1016/j.pedn.2017.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2017] [Revised: 06/02/2017] [Accepted: 07/06/2017] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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PURPOSE To explore inpatient pediatric nurses' current experiences and perspectives on medication teaching. DESIGN AND METHODS A descriptive qualitative study was conducted at a Midwest pediatric hospital. Using convenience sampling, 26 nurses participated in six focus groups. Data were analyzed in an iterative group coding process. RESULTS Three themes emerged. 1) Medication teaching is an opportunity. 2) Medication teaching is challenging. Nurses experienced structural and process challenges to deliver medication teaching. Structural challenges included the physical hospital environment, electronic health record, and institutional discharge workflow while process challenges included knowledge, relationships and interactions with caregivers, and available resources. 3) Medication teaching is amenable to improvement. CONCLUSION Effective medication teaching with caregivers is critical to ensure safe, quality care for children after discharge. Nursing teaching practices have not changed, despite advances in technology and major changes in hospital care. Nurses face many challenges to conduct effective medication teaching. Improving current teaching practices is imperative in order to provide the best and safest care. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS This study generated knowledge regarding pediatric nurses' teaching practices, values and beliefs that influence teaching, barriers, and ideas for how to improve medication teaching. Results will guide the development of targeted interventions to promote successful medication teaching practices.
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Salicylate Poisoning Potential of Topical Pain Relief Agents: From Age Old Remedies to Engineered Smart Patches. MEDICINES 2017; 4:medicines4030048. [PMID: 28930263 PMCID: PMC5622383 DOI: 10.3390/medicines4030048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2017] [Revised: 06/28/2017] [Accepted: 06/28/2017] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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The pain relief capabilities of methyl salicylate are well established and a multitude of over-the-counter products populate pharmacy shelves. Over-application of the topical preparation containing the drug, or its accidental ingestion, invariably result in salicylate poisoning and in severe cases can be fatal. The drug has been a regular feature of the US National Poison Database Survey over the past decade and continues to pose a risk to children and adults alike. The aim of the review has been to cast a spotlight on the drug and assess why its use remains problematic, how technology could offer more efficacious delivery regimes, and minimise the possibility of accidental or intentional misuse.
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Readability and Content Characteristics of Powdered Infant Formula Instructions in the United States. Matern Child Health J 2017; 20:889-94. [PMID: 26649882 DOI: 10.1007/s10995-015-1877-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to assess readability characteristics and layout features, including reading grade level, text point size, dimensions (length and width), diagrams, key directions (warnings, proper hygiene, preparation and use, and storage), and compliance to International Code provisions of English-language instructions affixed to a representative sample of brand-name and generic powdered, infant formula containers currently available for purchase in the US. METHODS During June 2014, comprehensive Internet searches were conducted to identify brand-name powdered infant formulas currently available for purchase in the US (n = 10). The English-language instruction section affixed to each formula container was evaluated for readability characteristics and layout features, including reading grade level, text point size, dimensions (length and width), diagrams, key directions (warnings, proper hygiene, preparation and use, and storage), and compliance to International Code. RESULTS Overall, containers were similar in circumference (50.8 ± 7.3 cm) and height (14.0 ± 0.0 cm) and held an average of 656.0 ± 12.3 g (range 629-663 g) of powdered infant formula. Both Directions for Preparation and Use and Storage Instructions sections had average reading difficulty scores at the college level. Step-by-Step Preparation Directions and Warnings and Safe Handling sections had reading difficulty between the 8th and 9th grade level. All container labels contained three diagrams depicting step-by-step preparation instructions and a feeding chart. Overall, infant formula containers reviewed in our study adhered to compliance to International Code provisions. CONCLUSIONS As negative health outcomes are associated with inappropriately prepared infant formula feedings, healthcare providers should routinely query infant caregivers regarding their formula preparation and administration practices.
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Tong V, Raynor DK, Hamrosi KK, Acharya B, Panchal N, Aslani P. Consumer Opinions on Existing and Proposed Australian Over-the-Counter Medicine Labeling Strategies in Comparison With the Standardized US Drug Facts Label. Ther Innov Regul Sci 2016; 50:427-435. [DOI: 10.1177/2168479016628301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Health Literacy is the ability to obtain, process, and understand health information to make knowledgeable health decisions. PURPOSE To determine baseline health literacy of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents at a tertiary care hospital during periods of crucial information exchange. METHODS Health literacy of English-speaking NICU parents was assessed using the Newest Vital Sign (NVS) on admission (n = 121) and discharge (n = 59). A quasi-control group of well-baby nursery (WBN) parents (n = 24) and prenatal obstetric clinic (PRE) parents (n = 18) were included. A single, Likert-style question measured nurses' assessment of parental comprehension with discharge teaching. Suspected limited health literacy (SLHL) was defined as the NVS score of 3 or less. FINDINGS/RESULTS Forty-three percent of parents on NICU admission and 32% at NICU discharge had SLHL (P < .01). SLHL for WBN and PRE parents was 25% and 58%, respectively. Parental age, gender, location, and history of healthcare-related employment were not associated with health literacy status at any time point. Thirty-nine percent of NICU parents and 25% of WBN parents with SLHL at time of admission/infant birth had a college education. Nurse subjective measurement of parental comprehension of discharge instructions was not correlated to the objective measurement of health literacy (P = .26). IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE SLHL is common during peak time periods of complex health discussion in the NICU, WBN, and PRE settings. NICU providers may not accurately gauge parents' literacy status. IMPLICATIONS FOR RESEARCH Methods for improving health communication are needed. Studies should evaluate SLHL in a larger NICU population and across different languages and cultures.
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Health Literacy and Preferences for Sources of Child Health Information of Mothers With Infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Adv Neonatal Care 2016; 16:308-14. [PMID: 27391561 DOI: 10.1097/anc.0000000000000280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Parents of infants hospitalized in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) frequently need guidance to prepare them for the care and health promotion of their child after hospital discharge. The health literacy of the parents should be considered so that education can be tailored to meet their needs. It is also important to understand the parents' preferences for how, and from whom, they receive education. PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to identify health literacy levels of parents of infants in an NICU and preferences for who they want to provide them with education. METHODS An exploratory, descriptive design was used to assess participant health literacy and preferences for obtaining child health information. Only mothers (no fathers) with babies in the NICU were available to complete the survey. Mean participant age was 26.4 years (SD = 6.7). RESULTS Participants had a mean Rapid Estimate of Adult Literacy in Medicine, Revised, score of 5.64 (SD = 2.4), indicating a low level of health literacy. Questions regarding when to administer medication were correctly answered by 69% of participants. Proper medication dosage was understood by 92% of participants; however, only 30% were able to correctly convert measurements. One-on-one discussions with a physician were the preferred source of health information for 80% of participants. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE/RESEARCH The current exploratory study provides new information that will help inform the development of future studies and increase awareness of nurses regarding health literacy and the specific types of skills for which parents need the most help.
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Chan HK, Hassali MA, Lim CJ, Saleem F, Ghani NA. Improving pediatric liquid medication labeling of the hospital information system in Malaysia: qualitative analysis of pharmacists' perceptions. Pharm Pract (Granada) 2016; 14:699. [PMID: 27382422 PMCID: PMC4930856 DOI: 10.18549/pharmpract.2016.02.699] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2015] [Accepted: 05/01/2016] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background: Inadequacies of drug labeling have been frequently reported among Malaysian healthcare institutes, in which the Hospital Information System (HIS) is used. Objective: To identify potential areas to improve the existing labels used for pediatric liquid medications. Methods: This study was qualitative in nature, whereby focus group discussions (FGDs), face-to-face interviews (FTFIs), and onsite observation were used for data collection. Pharmacists stationed at three units (outpatient, inpatient and clinical pharmacy) of a tertiary hospital were targeted. Both FGDs and FTFIs were facilitated using a semi-structured interview guide, video-recorded and transcribed verbatim. All transcripts were thematically analyzed using content analysis approach. Results: Thirteen pharmacists participated in FGDs, while five were approached for FTFIs. Data analysis resulted in four major themes: format of labels, presentation of medication instructions, insufficiency of information, and the need for external aids and education. Participants unanimously agreed on the need for enlarging font sizes of key information. Suggestions were made to use more specific instructions for administration times and pictograms to illustrate important directions. The absence of information about storage, stability and handling of liquid medications was also highlighted. While discussion mainly focused on improving drug labeling, participants consistently stressed the need for an instruction sheet and pharmacist-based, one-to-one education regarding medication instructions. Conclusion: This study provides important insights into critical shortcomings in current labeling practice, underlying the need for developing a new label that incorporates a new format, additional information and pictograms for pediatric liquid medications.
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- Huan-Keat Chan
- Pharmacy Department, Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital. Kedah ( Malaysia ).
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- Discipline of Social and Administrative Pharmacy, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia . Penang ( Malaysia ).
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- Discipline of Social and Administrative Pharmacy, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia . Penang ( Malaysia ).
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- Faculty of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, University of Baluchistan . Quetta ( Pakistan ).
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- Pharmacy Department, Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital. Kedah ( Malaysia ).
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Most medical errors and preventable adverse events represent failures of complex systems. Pediatric clinicians must ensure a safe environment for health-care delivery to children. To do so, they must recognize risk factors for errors and adverse events; ensure effective communication with patients, parents, and colleagues; heighten situation awareness; develop high-functioning, high-reliability teams; implement and employ technology carefully; and provide integrated, ongoing education to trainees.
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- Michael S Leonard
- Departments of Pediatrics and Public Health Sciences, Golisano Children's Hospital, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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Rachelefsky G, Farrar JR. Are you comfortable with over-the-counter intranasal steroids for children? A call to action. THE JOURNAL OF ALLERGY AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY-IN PRACTICE 2014; 2:271-4. [PMID: 24811016 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaip.2014.01.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2013] [Revised: 12/16/2013] [Accepted: 01/21/2014] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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The early expression of allergic rhinitis in children is a potential red flag for lifelong problems and comorbid conditions. However, treating pediatric allergic rhinitis in the United States is trending toward a self-management or parental management model with little clinical supervision, which reflects changes in the delivery of health care. Of particular concern are the recent approval of an over-the-counter intranasal steroid to treat nasal allergy symptoms in adults and children as young as age 2 years and the push for a retail model of health care as exists in some other countries. For children with allergic rhinitis, treating nasal symptoms alone with over-the-counter products may further delay a diagnosis that is often already ignored due to its "annoyance factor" as opposed to being considered a serious health issue. How to ensure an appropriate diagnosis and management for these children remains a challenge, regardless of who is doing the treating. The call to action is for allergists and allergy medical organizations to drive the effort to ensure awareness of the why and how for appropriately diagnosing and treating allergic rhinitis in children. Starting points for the discussion are provided.
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- Gary Rachelefsky
- Center for Asthma, Allergy, and Respiratory Diseases, Geffen School of Medicine at University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Calif.
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Yin HS, Mendelsohn AL, Nagin P, van Schaick L, Cerra ME, Dreyer BP. Use of active ingredient information for low socioeconomic status parents' decision-making regarding cough and cold medications: role of health literacy. Acad Pediatr 2013; 13:229-35. [PMID: 23680341 PMCID: PMC3747773 DOI: 10.1016/j.acap.2013.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2012] [Revised: 12/24/2012] [Accepted: 01/08/2013] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Parent administration of multiple medications with overlapping active ingredients places children at risk for overdose. We sought to examine how parents use active ingredient information as part of the process of selecting a cough/cold medication for their child and how health literacy plays a role. METHODS Experimental study of parents of children presenting for care in an urban public hospital pediatric clinic. Parents were asked to determine which of 3 cough/cold medications could be given to relieve a child's cold symptoms, as part of a scenario in which they had already given a dose of acetaminophen; only 1 did not contain acetaminophen. Primary dependent variable: correct selection of cough/cold medication by using active ingredient as the rationale for choice. Primary independent variable: parent health literacy (Newest Vital Sign test). RESULTS Of 297 parents, 79.2% had low health literacy (Newest Vital Sign score 0-3); 35.4% correctly chose the cough/cold medication that did not contain acetaminophen. The proportion of those who made the correct choice was no different than expected from chance alone (Goodness of fit test; χ(2) = 2.1, P = .3). Only 7.7% chose the correct medication and used active ingredient as the rationale. Those with adequate literacy skills were more likely to have selected the correct medication and rationale (25.8% vs 3.0% (P = .001); adjusted odds ratio 11.1 (95% confidence interval 3.6-33.7), after we adjusted for sociodemographics, including English proficiency and education. CONCLUSIONS Many parents, especially those with low health literacy, do not use active ingredient information as part of decision-making related to administering multiple medications.
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- H. Shonna Yin
- Department of Pediatrics, New York University School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Pediatrics, New York University School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Pediatrics, New York University School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Pediatrics, New York University School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Pediatrics, New York University School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Pediatrics, New York University School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital Center, New York, New York
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Shone LP. Health literacy and health policy. Acad Pediatr 2012; 12:253-4. [PMID: 22794151 DOI: 10.1016/j.acap.2012.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2012] [Accepted: 05/10/2012] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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- Laura P Shone
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Rochester Medical Center, NY 14642, USA.
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