Occupational stress experienced by residents and faculty physicians on night shifts

Background: Occupational stress is an undesired factor causing discomfort for healthcare workers. Stressors in work can lead to dissatisfaction and in turn, this may affect patient care adversely. The aim of this study was to evaluate the occupational stress among residents and faculty physicians of various medical specialties working night shifts

Urinary Tract Infections in the Emergency Department: Which Antibiotics are Most Appropriate?

Aim: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are frequently seen and also empirically treated in the emergency department (ED). It is known that the antimicrobial resistance of uropathogens is increasing worldwide. Because geographical location plays an important role in antimicrobial resistance and can be used as a guide for treatment, regional studies are particularly important. The aim of this study is to analyze the urine cultures performed at our ED

Tetanus immunity status among adult trauma patients in an ED

Objectives: Tetanus is a vaccine-preventable infectious disease. It is caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. The aim of this study was to investigate tetanus immunity among adult trauma patients