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Assessing adherence to inhaled corticosteroids among adults with asthma in kuwait using the medication adherence report scale for asthma
( Dove Medical Press Ltd. , 2020 , Article)Purpose: Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are the mainstay maintenance therapy for asthma management. Non-adherence to ICS, which can lead to exacerbations and poor asthma control, is commonly reported among adult patients ... -
Assessing Pharmacists Knowledge and Attitude Toward the Direct Oral Anticoagulants in Qatar
( SAGE Publications Inc. , 2020 , Article)Pharmacists were found to play a key role in anticoagulation care. In order to make an appropriate selection and counselling regarding direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs), pharmacists should be knowledgeable and abiding by ... -
Assessing quality of a worksite health promotion programme from participants' views: Findings from a qualitative study in Malaysia
(2014 , Article)Background An assessment of the process and outcomes of a health promotion programme is necessary for the continuous improvement of a programme. Objective To explore the participants' perceptions of the quality and ... -
Assessing the effectiveness of a pharmacist-delivered smoking cessation program in the State of Qatar: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
( BioMed Central , 2015 , Article)Background: It had been reported that up to 37% of the adult male population smokes cigarettes in Qatar. The Global Youth Tobacco Survey also stated that 13.4% of male school students aged 13 to 15 years in Qatar smoke ... -
Assessing the evidence based medicine educational needs of community pharmacy preceptors within an experiential program in Qatar
( Elsevier Inc. , 2018 , Article)Introduction Observations have shown a lack of evidence-based medicine (EBM) knowledge and skills among community pharmacy preceptors in Qatar. These skills are important when delivering evidence-based recommendations to ... -
Assessing the predictive value of neutrophil percentage to albumin ratio for ICU admission in ischemic stroke patients
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Background: Acute ischemic stroke (AIS) remains a substantial global health challenge, contributing to increased morbidity, disability, and mortality. This study aimed at investigating the predictive value of the neutrophil ... -
Assessing the responsiveness of the Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire with pharmaceutical care
( Springer Netherlands , 2007 , Article)Objective: To assess the responsiveness of the Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire (AQLQ) in the context of pharmaceutical care delivery New Zealand community pharmacy setting. Setting: Community pharmacy practices in ... -
Assessment of a pharmacovigilance module: An interventional study on knowledge, attitude, and practice of pharmacy students
( Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications , 2021 , Article)Background: The aim of the study was to assess the impact of a pharmacovigilance module on the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of pharmacy students and elucidate their feedback on the module. Methodology: Bachelor ... -
Assessment of an intensive education program for pharmacists on treatment of tobacco use disorder using an objective structured clinical examination: a randomized controlled trial
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2022 , Article)Background: Tobacco use is one of the major public health threats globally. Community pharmacists are uniquely positioned to offer tobacco cessation services owing to their easy accessibility by the public. To prepare Qatar ... -
Assessment of antimicrobial stewardship programs within governmental hospitals in Qatar: a SWOC analysis
( OXFORD ACADEMIC , 2021 , Article)OBJECTIVES: Antimicrobial resistance is a worldwide public health issue that requires emergent action. Antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs) have been proposed as a strategy to minimise resistance. Although ASPs were ... -
Assessment of Dapagliflozin Effectiveness as Add-on Therapy for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in a Qatari Population
( Nature Publishing Group , 2019 , Article)The effectiveness of dapagliflozin in the management of type-2 diabetes mellitus (T2-DM) is an essential issue for establishing a basis for prescribing dapagliflozin. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of ... -
Assessment of Dasatinib Versus Nilotinib as Upfront Therapy for Chronic Phase of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia in Qatar: A Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
( SAGE Publications Ltd , 2021 , Article)Background: The economic outcome research of approved tyrosine kinase inhibitors for treating the chronic phase of chronic myeloid leukemia in developing is scarce. The aim of this study was to assess the cost-effectiveness ... -
Assessment of diarrhea treatment and counseling in community pharmacies in Baghdad, Iraq: A simulated patient study
( Grupo de Investigacion en Atencion Farmaceutica , 2018 , Article)Background: Because community pharmacists are the most accessible healthcare professionals, they are often involved in managing minor ailments within the community setting. Objective: This study evaluated the community ... -
Assessment of disease management of acute respiratory tract infection at community pharmacies through simulated visits in Pakistan
(2012 , Article)The present study aimed to document the state of Acute Respiratory Infection (ARI) management at community pharmacies in Pakistan. A cross-sectional study was conducted at randomly selected 371 pharmacies in three cities ... -
Assessment of disease management of insomnia at community pharmacies through simulated visits in Pakistan
( Grupo de Investigacion en Atencion Farmaceutica , 2013 , Article)Objective: The study aimed to document the state of insomnia management at community pharmacies in Pakistan. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at randomly selected 371 pharmacies in three cities of Pakistan. ... -
Assessment of Drug-Induced QTc Prolongation in Mental Health Practice: Validation of an Evidence-Based Algorithm
( Dove Medical Press , 2023 , Article)Background: Drug-induced QTc interval prolongation (QTcIP) can lead to serious consequences and is often a concern for mental health practitioners, as access to experts such as cardiologists, for consultation is time-limiting ... -
Assessment of Educational Inhaler Technique Interventions Among Community Pharmacists: A Systematic Review.
( Dove Press , 2020 , Article)Community pharmacists are the last point of contact before patients are provided with an inhaled asthma device and are expected to adequately educate and train patients on its use. Evidence has shown that pharmacists lack ... -
Assessment of Educational Needs and Design of a Preceptor Development Program for Health Professional Education Programs in Qatar
( Lippincott Williams and Wilkins , 2022 , Article)Introduction:Experiential learning is the backbone of many health care professional education programs; however, the quality of learning is profoundly dependent on the skills and experiences of clinical preceptors. This ... -
Assessment of job satisfaction among community pharmacists in Baghdad, Iraq: A cross-sectional study
( Centro de Investigaciones y Publicaciones Farmaceuticas , 2021 , Article)Background: Pharmacists have the unique position of providing safe and effective care. Hence, addressing their feelings about their working life is crucial to provide good pharmacy services. Objective: this study aimed to ... -
Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Readiness to Practice Regarding Disaster Medicine and Preparedness among University Health Students
( Cambridge University Press , 2021 , Article)Objectives: The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge (K), attitude (A), and readiness to practice (rP) levels regarding disaster medicine and preparedness among health profession students at Qatar University. ...