Independent pragmatic replication of the Dove Confident Me body image program in an Australian Girls Independent Secondary School

Following calls for the independent replication of universal body image programs under diverse conditions, this research aimed to investigate whether the universal co-educational prevention program developed for audiences in the United Kingdom (Dove Confident Me, DCM), was an acceptable and effective intervention when delivered by teachers to adolescent girls attending a single-sex Australian school. Comprising two studies, Study 1, evaluated DCM among Grade 8 students (N = 198) at a single-sex private school, and compared the results with students (N = 208) s from a matched comparison group. No improvements were observed on outcome measures between the comparison and intervention girls over the three time points. Study 2 involved minor modifications to the aesthetics and content of the program, as well as the logistics of delivery. Delivered by teachers to Grade 8 students (N = 242 intervention and N = 354 comparison), there were significant improvements in acceptability of the modified DCM program, yet no interaction effects observed on outcome measures. While the program did no harm, it is possible that there are adjustments to the methods utilized and content of programs that are trialed in efforts to prevent body image concerns and eating disorders in the school setting

Technique [Volume 89, Issue 10]

ACC Round-UpA global trek with view from TechArr, matey! Students loot and pillage campus for Talk Like a Pirate DayBreaking the Bubbleby the numbersCoC may cut undergrad TAsCouncil Clippings Senate and HouseDad's Garage brings new playEntertainment BriefsFaces in the CrowdGeorgia Tech (1-3) vs. Vanderbilt (1-3)Gigantic custom car show invades Atlanta SpeedwayGrits, tea make the South sweetINTA class explores history of weaponryIntramural NotebookNews BriefsNo. 5 Tech dominates the fieldOUR VIEWS Consensus OpinionOUR VIEWS Hot or NotPositive changes abound this semesterPot, teachers, bikers and tattoos...is it love?'Rents come to town for Family WeekendRock, Scott fail to form coherent plot in RundownScream! It will make you feel betterSpeak Up survey, focus group report releasedSport ShortsStudent Life Fund extended indefinitelyStudents pursuing teaching certificate have limited optionsTigers give Jackets reality check...Two BitsYOUR VIEWS Letters to the EditorYummy in my tummy, plus some clas

Technique [Volume 89, Issue 5]

NOTE: These PDF files were created from the HTML issue on the Technique's website, since no original PDF version exists.2003 Georgia Tech Football: New year, new challengesAA changes ticket pick-up procedureA Global Trek with View from TechAll about the TechniqueAtlanta offers many options for movie lovers of all kindsBeyond the White and GoldBob Furniss takes over as new Parking directorBored yet? Find out what Tech and Atlanta have to offerBreaking the Bubbleby the numbersCar thefts jump sharplyDying to see the BYU Game? Check this outFaces in the CrowdFrom the archives...GTCN revamps cable line-up, adds forty new channelsGT numbers: why I'm gtg and you're gteIneligibilities cause shake-upIt's not just the freshman fifteen anymore: America is fatIt's Official: Miami and Virginia Tech are inNew director brings New York experience to choral programNews BriefsOld-fashioned trolley bridges Technology Square gapOUR VIEWS Consensus OpinionOUR VIEWS Hot or NotPolicy change allows some students to exempt Regents'Recycling isn't just for aluminum cans and newspapersSafe Space program provides haven for GLBT and alliesSeabiscuit proves to be champion by too many lengthsSmith leads by example, on and off the fieldSport ShortsStudents face tuition increaseStudents return from summer vacation to a completed Technology SquareSweeping out my digital dust bunniesTech leads in black engineering degreesTechnique CredoThe Hiss return to Atlanta after touring with OasisThink you know Rock? Get to know MoRisen RecordsThis "old" man dishes out adviceWoodruff re-opening delayedYOUR VIEWS Letters to the Edito

The Effect of Renal Replacement Therapy and Antibiotic Dose on Antibiotic Concentrations in Critically Ill Patients: Data From the Multinational Sampling Antibiotics in Renal Replacement Therapy Study

International audienceThe optimal dosing of antibiotics in critically ill patients receiving renal replacement therapy (RRT) remains unclear. In this study, we describe the variability in RRT techniques and antibiotic dosing in critically ill patients receiving RRT and relate observed trough antibiotic concentrations to optimal targets. Methods We performed a prospective, observational, multinational, pharmacokinetic study in 29 intensive care units from 14 countries. We collected demographic, clinical, and RRT data. We measured trough antibiotic concentrations of meropenem, piperacillin-tazobactam, and vancomycin and related them to high- and low-target trough concentrations. Results We studied 381 patients and obtained 508 trough antibiotic concentrations. There was wide variability (4–8-fold) in antibiotic dosing regimens, RRT prescription, and estimated endogenous renal function. The overall median estimated total renal clearance (eTRCL) was 50 mL/minute (interquartile range [IQR], 35–65) and higher eTRCL was associated with lower trough concentrations for all antibiotics (P < .05). The median (IQR) trough concentration for meropenem was 12.1 mg/L (7.9–18.8), piperacillin was 78.6 mg/L (49.5–127.3), tazobactam was 9.5 mg/L (6.3–14.2), and vancomycin was 14.3 mg/L (11.6–21.8). Trough concentrations failed to meet optimal higher limits in 26%, 36%, and 72% and optimal lower limits in 4%, 4%, and 55% of patients for meropenem, piperacillin, and vancomycin, respectively. Conclusions In critically ill patients treated with RRT, antibiotic dosing regimens, RRT prescription, and eTRCL varied markedly and resulted in highly variable antibiotic concentrations that failed to meet therapeutic targets in many patients

Global Survey of Outcomes of Neurocritical Care Patients: Analysis of the PRINCE Study Part 2

BACKGROUND: Neurocritical care is devoted to the care of critically ill patients with acute neurological or neurosurgical emergencies. There is limited information regarding epidemiological data, disease characteristics, variability of clinical care, and in-hospital mortality of neurocritically ill patients worldwide. We addressed these issues in the Point PRevalence In Neurocritical CarE (PRINCE) study, a prospective, cross-sectional, observational study. METHODS: We recruited patients from various intensive care units (ICUs) admitted on a pre-specified date, and the investigators recorded specific clinical care activities they performed on the subjects during their first 7 days of admission or discharge (whichever came first) from their ICUs and at hospital discharge. In this manuscript, we analyzed the final data set of the study that included patient admission characteristics, disease type and severity, ICU resources, ICU and hospital length of stay, and in-hospital mortality. We present descriptive statistics to summarize data from the case report form. We tested differences between geographically grouped data using parametric and nonparametric testing as appropriate. We used a multivariable logistic regression model to evaluate factors associated with in-hospital mortality. RESULTS: We analyzed data from 1545 patients admitted to 147 participating sites from 31 countries of which most were from North America (69%, N = 1063). Globally, there was variability in patient characteristics, admission diagnosis, ICU treatment team and resource allocation, and in-hospital mortality. Seventy-three percent of the participating centers were academic, and the most common admitting diagnosis was subarachnoid hemorrhage (13%). The majority of patients were male (59%), a half of whom had at least two comorbidities, and median Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) of 13. Factors associated with in-hospital mortality included age (OR 1.03; 95% CI, 1.02 to 1.04); lower GCS (OR 1.20; 95% CI, 1.14 to 1.16 for every point reduction in GCS); pupillary reactivity (OR 1.8; 95% CI, 1.09 to 3.23 for bilateral unreactive pupils); admission source (emergency room versus direct admission [OR 2.2; 95% CI, 1.3 to 3.75]; admission from a general ward versus direct admission [OR 5.85; 95% CI, 2.75 to 12.45; and admission from another ICU versus direct admission [OR 3.34; 95% CI, 1.27 to 8.8]); and the absence of a dedicated neurocritical care unit (NCCU) (OR 1.7; 95% CI, 1.04 to 2.47). CONCLUSION: PRINCE is the first study to evaluate care patterns of neurocritical patients worldwide. The data suggest that there is a wide variability in clinical care resources and patient characteristics. Neurological severity of illness and the absence of a dedicated NCCU are independent predictors of in-patient mortality.status: publishe