‏Afaf Snitan Al-Otaibi

The Interface of Nutrition and Immunity: An in-depth look at nutritional interventions for the oncology patient receiving immunotherapy

‏Afaf Snitan Al-Otaibi, Reem Salem Alharbi, Nasra Jamaan Alanizi, Ohood Alhameedy Alanizi et autres

Background: Immunotherapy, as immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), has revolutionized oncology by taking advantage of the patient's native immune system to combat cancer. Although responses are heterogeneous, immune-related adverse events (irAEs) can limit treatment benefit and decrease quality of life. A growing appreciation …

The Interface of Nutrition and Immunity: An in-depth look at nutritional interventions for the oncology patient receiving immunotherapy

‏Afaf Snitan Al-Otaibi, Reem Salem Alharbi, Nasra Jamaan Alanizi, Ohood Alhameedy Alanizi et autres

Background: Immunotherapy, as immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), has revolutionized oncology by taking advantage of the patient's native immune system to combat cancer. Although responses are heterogeneous, immune-related adverse events (irAEs) can limit treatment benefit and decrease quality of life. A growing appreciation …

Pleural Effusion: Pathophysiology, Diagnostic Approaches, and Evidence-Based Management Strategies for Healthcare Professionals

‏Afaf Snitan Al-Otaibi, Reem Salem Alharbi, Nasra Jamaan Alanizi, Ohood Alhameedy Alanizi et autres

Background: Pleural effusion, the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pleural space, is a common clinical manifestation of various systemic and local diseases. It represents a significant healthcare burden, with approximately 1.5 million cases annually in the United States. The condition arises …

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The role of healthcare practitioners in managing chronic disease: Best practices and challenges

‏Afaf Snitan Al-Otaibi, ‏Reham Mohammad Alsoulaimi, Hatem Osama Hatem Okal, Abdullah Hassan Abdullah Aldawsari et autres

Background: Non-communicable diseases are considered a major global public health problem and hence, are best tackled. Several chronic disease interventions require teamwork involving different practitioners in the delivery of services. Aim: The purpose of this paper is to identify the implication of …

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The role of nursing, pharmacology, and diagnostics in pain management

Albandary Falah Alharbi, ‏Wejdan Amein Abdullah, Jehan Khelaif Alanazi, ‏Reem Sultan Alshaibani et autres

Background: Severe burns affecting more than 20% of the body can lead to systemic dysfunction and immunological suppression, increasing the risk of developing skin cancer. This backdrop underscores the critical role of nursing in preventing complications associated with burn injuries, including cancer …

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Telehealth and remote monitoring: Challenges and solutions for nurses in medical records management and lab interactions

Wael Ibrahim Al Ghanim, Jumana Saud Alghamdi, Noura Abdullah Alkharji, Nora Mohammed Aldosary et autres

Background _ Telehealth is widely supported in the literature as a supplement or adjunct to in-person care for the management of chronic conditions, including type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and congestive heart failure (CHF). Empirical evidence is required to substantiate the use …

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