Predicting breast cancer-related lymphedema using self-reported symptoms
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The accuracy of using self-reported signs and symptoms to identify the presence of lymphedema as well as the usefulness of identifying clinically measurable lymphedema is examined. The findings conclude that changes in sensations may be indicators of early lymphedema that must be assessed carefully at each follow-up visit and over time.
Publication Name: Nursing Research (New York)
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0029-6562
Year: 2003
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Predicting nosocomial bloodstream infections using surrogate markers of injury severity
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A study is conducted to demonstrate the clinical and research implications of using the surrogate markers of injury severity (SMIS) in predicting nosocomial bloodstream infections. The analysis suggested that number of blood units transfused, number of central venous catheters inserted, and use of chest tubes are the SMIS.
Publication Name: Nursing Research (New York)
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0029-6562
Year: 2005
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