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Mental Health Review Board Members' understanding of the policy guideline on 72-hour assessment. 精神健康检讨委员会委员对72小时评估政策指引的理解。

Curationis Pub Date : 2024-11-29 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2662

Ontlotlile I Mpheng, Leepile A Sehularo, Miriam M Moagi, Gaotswake P P Kovane

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Promoting collaborative care of the human body after cessation of life: Ubuntu beyond death. 生命停止后促进人体的协作护理：超越死亡的Ubuntu。

Curationis Pub Date : 2024-11-15 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v47i2.2629

Simangele Shakwane, Dumisani B Vilakati

{"title":"Promoting collaborative care of the human body after cessation of life: Ubuntu beyond death.","authors":"Simangele Shakwane, Dumisani B Vilakati","doi":"10.4102/curationis.v47i2.2629","DOIUrl":"10.4102/curationis.v47i2.2629","url":null,"abstract":"Background: South Africa is a diverse country that promises equality, dignity, linguistic and cultural rights to all its citizens. Therefore, understanding the cultural, religious and nursing practices in caring for the deceased body is crucial to ensure meaningful integrated care of the deceased body and collective mourning and support within a community.Objectives: This study aimed to strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing on caring for the human body at all stages of life and beyond death using Ubuntu principles.Method: A qualitative exploratory-descriptive design was used to understand the meaning of the human body after cessation of life within African, Christian and nursing practice. The study was conducted in three countries in Southern Africa (eSwatini, South Africa and Zimbabwe). Snowball and purposive sampling techniques were used to recruit participants. In-depth telephonic and face-to-face interviews were conducted. The data were analysed thematically.Results: To provide comprehensive insights, themes from the three population groups were integrated. Four main themes emerged from the thematic analysis: (1) death as an end to physical life, (2) cleanliness of the deceased body, (3) ritualisation of death and (4) beyond death and burial.Conclusion: Strengthening multidisciplinary collaboration is vital to providing comprehensive care for the body and spirit of the deceased. Understanding cultural and religious rituals helps with collective mourning and support in the community.Contribution: Reflecting on the meaning of the deceased body and the respect given to it during the process of transition into the spiritual world through ritualisation.","PeriodicalId":93959,"journal":{"name":"Curationis","volume":"47 2","pages":"e1-e11"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11621903/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142775391","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Nurse training to enhance adherence counselling for HIV-tuberculosis coinfection in South Africa: Integrative review. 培训护士以加强南非艾滋病毒-结核病合并感染的依从性咨询：综合评价。

Curationis Pub Date : 2024-11-15 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2557

Victoire Ticha, Million Bimerew, Rene D Phetlhu

{"title":"Nurse training to enhance adherence counselling for HIV-tuberculosis coinfection in South Africa: Integrative review.","authors":"Victoire Ticha, Million Bimerew, Rene D Phetlhu","doi":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2557","DOIUrl":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2557","url":null,"abstract":"Background: South Africa has seen strides in reducing HIV and tuberculosis (TB); however, adherence counselling for people living with HIV (PLHIV) coinfected with TB remains a challenge, particularly in specific sub-districts like Cape Town. Understanding the attributes of existing training programmes is crucial.Objectives: This study explored attributes of training programme development for nurses and other health professionals to enhance adherence counselling for PLHIV coinfected with TB in Cape Town.Method: An integrative literature review was conducted in five steps following PRISMA guidelines. Electronic searches encompassed multiple databases: COCHRANE, PsycINFO, PUBMED, ENMBASE, Science Direct, SCOPUS, SocINDEX, Academic Search Complete, Eric, SABINET, Health Resources and World Health Organization Global Health Library Regional Indexes. Inclusion criteria encompassed English language, peer-reviewed full-text studies on training programme development, qualitative and quantitative, published between January 2012 and May 2021. Exclusion criteria included non-English articles, conference proceedings and irrelevant studies. Thematic data analysis synthesised findings.Results: Three main themes emerged: participant identification, key programme content and programme implementation process, crucial for effective training programme development.Conclusion: Identifying participants, defining programme content and outlining implementation processes are pivotal in enhancing nurses' adherence counselling skills. This approach could stabilise patient treatment adherence, potentially reducing treatment default, loss to follow-up and mortality rates.Contribution: These findings lay the groundwork for developing effective training programmes aimed at improving adherence counselling among nurses.","PeriodicalId":93959,"journal":{"name":"Curationis","volume":"47 1","pages":"e1-e13"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11621915/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142775300","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Professional nurses' perspectives on the implementation of integrated chronic disease management model. 专业护士对慢性病综合管理模式实施的看法

Curationis Pub Date : 2024-11-13 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2585

Avhaathu S Dagume-Ndou, Thanyani G Lumadi

{"title":"Professional nurses' perspectives on the implementation of integrated chronic disease management model.","authors":"Avhaathu S Dagume-Ndou, Thanyani G Lumadi","doi":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2585","DOIUrl":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2585","url":null,"abstract":"Background: The integrated chronic disease management (ICDM) model is seen to be a promising strategy as it is gaining global acceptance as an approach to enhance healthcare delivery.Objectives: The study objectives were to explore and describe professional nurses' perspectives on the model, identify challenges experienced during implementation and identify factors that could improve the model implementation.Method: An explorative, descriptive qualitative design was used, nine professional nurses from three selected facilities were interviewed. Data obtained from semi-structured individual interviews were analysed using thematic analysis and NVivo software.Results: Three main themes emerged: the professional nurses' perceived benefits of the model, challenges experienced during implementation and recommendations to ensure effective implementation of the model. The perceived benefits of the model included the integration of care, adequate medication and the alleviation of stigma related to diseases. However, the challenges of the model included a shortage of staff, poor infrastructure and patients missing scheduled appointments. The study noted the need for adequate staff, infrastructure and ongoing training for the successful implementation of the model.Conclusion: Despite challenges in the South African healthcare system, professional nurses perceived the implementation of the model positively. The study highlighted the need for adequate staff, adequate infrastructure and ongoing training for staff.Contribution: This study outlined the challenges and recommendations identified, enabling healthcare organisations, policymakers and educators to develop targeted strategies for successful implementation. The findings will also inform future research focussed on optimising the utilisation of the model in the study setting and similar contexts.","PeriodicalId":93959,"journal":{"name":"Curationis","volume":"47 1","pages":"e1-e11"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11621880/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142775303","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Exploring sociocultural factors and ubuntuism for women living with HIV in rural Zimbabwe. 探讨社会文化因素和对津巴布韦农村感染艾滋病毒妇女的ubuntu主义。

Curationis Pub Date : 2024-11-13 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v47i2.2627

Limkile Mpofu, Idah Moyo, Azwihangwisi H Mavhandu-Mudzusi

{"title":"Exploring sociocultural factors and ubuntuism for women living with HIV in rural Zimbabwe.","authors":"Limkile Mpofu, Idah Moyo, Azwihangwisi H Mavhandu-Mudzusi","doi":"10.4102/curationis.v47i2.2627","DOIUrl":"10.4102/curationis.v47i2.2627","url":null,"abstract":"Background: The focus of this study was on women living with HIV in rural Zimbabwe, who face many challenges, both in the family and community. Patriarchy compounds these problems as these women navigate access to health and other services.Objectives: The study sought to explore ubuntuism and the sociocultural factors that facilitate or constrain women living with HIV from accessing community services and resources.Method: An interpretive phenomenological analysis research design was utilised for the study. Purposive and quota sampling were applied to recruit 40 participants from six villages. Data were collected using in-depth interviews and focus group discussions that were audio recorded and transcribed. The data were analysed using the interpretive phenomenological analysis framework.Results: The study found that women living with HIV face stigma and discrimination in the form of social exclusion and reduced access to community-based health activities and empowerment opportunities. These challenges were compounded by the negative impact of patriarchy that gives rise to land, resettlement and acculturation challenges.Conclusion: Ubuntu is a reflection of mutual dependence and can be used to promote more compassionate relationships with those who are HIV positive in the community.Contribution: The study provides unique insights into the challenges experienced by women living with HIV and how ubuntu could mitigate those challenges so that it adds to the humanistic philosophies in interpersonal relationships.","PeriodicalId":93959,"journal":{"name":"Curationis","volume":"47 2","pages":"e1-e8"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11621919/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142775379","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Healthcare needs and expectations of family members caring for mental healthcare users in South Africa. 南非照顾精神保健使用者的家庭成员的保健需求和期望。

Curationis Pub Date : 2024-11-08 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v47i2.2625

Takalani E Mbedzi, Anna E Van der Wath, Miriam M Moagi

{"title":"Healthcare needs and expectations of family members caring for mental healthcare users in South Africa.","authors":"Takalani E Mbedzi, Anna E Van der Wath, Miriam M Moagi","doi":"10.4102/curationis.v47i2.2625","DOIUrl":"10.4102/curationis.v47i2.2625","url":null,"abstract":"Background: In South Africa, many mental healthcare users reside in rural areas and 91% of them live with their family members. Exploring and describing the needs of family members caring for mental healthcare users is important to determine their expectations of the healthcare system.Objectives: The study aimed to explore and describe the healthcare needs and expectations of family members caring for mental healthcare users in Vhembe district, Limpopo province, South AfricaMethod: A qualitative, descriptive and contextual design was used to collect data from 16 purposively selected family members caring for mental healthcare users. Data were collected through semi-structured face-to-face interviews, and analysed using thematic data analysis to develop themes and categories.Results: The results of the interviews yielded two themes, healthcare needs and expectations of family members. The needs included physical healthcare, psychological healthcare, and social, financial, educational and spiritual needs. The healthcare expectations were divided into two sub-themes: (1) expectations from the healthcare systems, and (2) expectations from healthcare professionals.Conclusion: The study showed that support from community members and healthcare providers could reduce the burden of care perceived by family members. Results confirmed the need for developing a family psychoeducational programme adapted to the South African context to meet the family members' needs. Quantitative research on healthcare needs with a larger sample of family members is recommended.Contribution: The study may contribute to mental health nursing practice and education. Nursing support based on the needs of family members may enhance their well-being and caregiving abilities. The importance of tailor-made psychoeducational family support should be emphasised in nursing education.","PeriodicalId":93959,"journal":{"name":"Curationis","volume":"47 2","pages":"e1-e11"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11621881/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142775385","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Nurse managers on healthy environments for adolescents living with intellectual disabilities. 为智障青少年提供健康环境的护士长。

Curationis Pub Date : 2024-10-31 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2592

Rakgadi G Malapela

{"title":"Nurse managers on healthy environments for adolescents living with intellectual disabilities.","authors":"Rakgadi G Malapela","doi":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2592","DOIUrl":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2592","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Providing care for adolescents living with intellectual disabilities (ALWIDs) within healthcare settings is a complex challenge. These adolescents require an environment that is specialised and conducive to their health, alongside tailored care, treatment and rehabilitation services. Nurse managers play a crucial role in supporting these adolescents, particularly given the difficulties parents face in meeting their unique needs.Objectives: This study aims to explore nurse managers' perspectives on the creation of a healthy environment for ALWIDs in health facilities.Method: An explorative qualitative study design was conducted. A purposive sampling method was used to select 13 nurse managers from three institutions relevant to the study's interests. Nurse managers with over 2 years of direct experience in the care, treatment and rehabilitation of ALWIDs were eligible to participate in the study. Selecting these nurse managers ensured the study captured their firsthand experiences and expertise in managing nursing services. Data were collected through face-to-face and telephonic semi-structured interviews, recorded digitally. Braun and Clarke's six-step thematic analysis was used for data analysis.Results: A safe environment; multi-disciplinary team involvement; competent and adequate staff and a conducive physical environment for structural support are beneficial for ALWIDs.Conclusion: To promote the well-being of ALWIDs, it is essential to establish a spacious and safe environment equipped with sufficient material and non-material resources. Engaging a multi-disciplinary team is vital for addressing their diverse needs.Contribution: This study provided information on what constitutes a healthy environment for ALWIDs to inform clinical practice, nursing education, policy makers and research.","PeriodicalId":93959,"journal":{"name":"Curationis","volume":"47 1","pages":"e1-e11"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11538401/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142570210","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Midwives' experiences regarding recordkeeping during intrapartum care in Limpopo Province healthcare facilities. 林波波省医疗机构助产士在产前护理记录方面的经验。

Curationis Pub Date : 2024-10-25 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2594

Phogole C Maesela, Johanna M Mathibe-Neke

{"title":"Midwives' experiences regarding recordkeeping during intrapartum care in Limpopo Province healthcare facilities.","authors":"Phogole C Maesela, Johanna M Mathibe-Neke","doi":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2594","DOIUrl":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2594","url":null,"abstract":"Background: South Africa has experienced an increase in litigations because of poor recordkeeping. The quality of maternal healthcare necessitates quality recordkeeping. All midwives' interventions should be documented in the maternity case record as an instrument to highlight the quality of intrapartum care offered.Objectives: The purpose of the study was to determine and describe the experiences of midwives regarding recordkeeping during intrapartum care in Limpopo province and to make recommendations to improve recordkeeping.Method: A qualitative, explorative and descriptive design was adopted. Midwives were selected purposively to participate in focus group discussions. Data were thematically analysed with the help of the independent transcriptionist and coder.Results: The findings revealed the themes: perceptions of midwives regarding recordkeeping and the challenges and enablers that influence recordkeeping during intrapartum care.Conclusion: Quality recordkeeping requires timely, detailed, comprehensive and accurate recording. The study recommended the availability of updated guidelines, in-service training, monitoring and evaluation of recordkeeping, peer review, record auditing, proper time management among midwives and appointment of staff in line with the staffing needs of the unit to enhance recordkeeping.Contribution: Quality recordkeeping has a positive impact on the provision of quality healthcare to mothers during intrapartum care and reduces litigations related to maternity cases.","PeriodicalId":93959,"journal":{"name":"Curationis","volume":"47 1","pages":"e1-e7"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11538097/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142570146","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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A conceptual framework for psychiatric nurses to facilitate medication compliance among adults living with depression. 精神科护士促进成年抑郁症患者遵医嘱用药的概念框架。

Curationis Pub Date : 2024-10-04 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2581

Jeanne Du Plessis, Annie Temane, Marie Poggenpoel

{"title":"A conceptual framework for psychiatric nurses to facilitate medication compliance among adults living with depression.","authors":"Jeanne Du Plessis, Annie Temane, Marie Poggenpoel","doi":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2581","DOIUrl":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2581","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Medication non-compliance is a significant healthcare issue that is widespread. Extensive research has identified factors that contribute to medication non-compliance in different healthcare settings. As a result, there was a need to develop a conceptual framework to facilitate medication compliance among adults living with depression.Objectives: The purpose of this study was to develop a conceptual framework for psychiatric nurses to facilitate medication compliance among adults living with depression.Method: A qualitative, exploratory, descriptive and contextual research design was utilised to investigate the experiences of adults living with depression who are non-compliant with medication. The study consisted of three phases: an empirical phase, a classification of concepts and a development phase. Following the empirical phase, a conceptual framework was developed based on the classified concepts.Results: Three sets of results were merged for the cross-validation analysis, combining findings from the systematic review, the researcher's previously conducted and published minor dissertation and the current study.Conclusion: A conceptual framework was developed to assist psychiatric nurses in effectively promoting an internal locus of control among adults living with depression. The resulting conceptual framework provides valuable insights and serves as a valuable tool for future research endeavours aimed at enhancing medication compliance among adults living with depression.Contribution: This framework serves as a valuable guide for future studies that aim to explore medication compliance among adults living with depression, specifically by focussing on the concept of internal locus of control.","PeriodicalId":93959,"journal":{"name":"Curationis","volume":"47 1","pages":"e1-e13"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11538116/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142569597","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Impact of anxiety-related conditions on nursing students' academic excellence. 焦虑相关状况对护理专业学生学业成绩的影响。

Curationis Pub Date : 2024-10-04 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2571

Hlengiwe D Seshabela, Simangele Shakwane

{"title":"Impact of anxiety-related conditions on nursing students' academic excellence.","authors":"Hlengiwe D Seshabela, Simangele Shakwane","doi":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2571","DOIUrl":"10.4102/curationis.v47i1.2571","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Nursing students often experience high anxiety and depression because of the demanding nursing curriculum. This mental strain can harm their academic performance. As a result, nurse educators need to assess how anxiety impacts nursing students' academic achievements.Objectives: To evaluate and describe the knowledge of counsellors and nurse educators regarding the impact of anxiety-related conditions on nursing students' academic excellence in selected nursing education institutions.Method: A qualitative descriptive phenomenological design was used to evaluate and describe the perceptions of counsellors and nurse educators about anxiety-related conditions on nursing students' academic excellence. Participants were purposively selected, and semi-structured interviews were utilised to collect data. Four counsellors involved in psychosocial support of nursing students who participated in individual semi-structured interviews, and 20 nurse educators participated in focus group interviews, with 5 participants per group. Data were recorded and transcribed. Transcripts were analysed using Giorgi's (2009) four data analysis steps.Results: Four themes emerged from data analysis: understanding of anxiety-related conditions, responses to anxiety-related conditions, influences of anxiety-related conditions and support of nursing students with anxiety-related conditions. The findings highlighted the significance of recognising the effects of mental health issues on nursing students.Conclusion: The study revealed the factors influencing nursing students' responses to and the support provided for anxiety-related conditions affecting their academic performance.Contribution: The importance of prioritising mental health support for nursing students is to ensure they complete their qualifications on time.","PeriodicalId":93959,"journal":{"name":"Curationis","volume":"47 1","pages":"e1-e10"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11538042/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142569884","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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