Yinji Jin

What is known about the topic ○ Delirium is highly prevalent among patients receiving care in intensive care units, and nearly all are considered at high risk. ○ Even within this high-risk population, patient-specific clinical changes require targeted observation and individualised interventions for effective delirium management.

I am writing as a concerned resident to urge the City of Pleasanton to consider establishing a Quiet Zone to reduce or eliminate train horn noise through residential areas. The frequent and loud train horns, especially during early mornings and late nights, significantly impact residents’ mental health, sleep quality, and overall well-being. These disruptions are more than a nuisance — they affect quality of life for families, seniors, and those working from home.

Abstract Aims To determine the risk of pressure injury development in the intensive care unit based on changes in patient conditions. Design This retrospective study was based on secondary data analysis. Methods Patient data from electronic health records were retrospectively obtained and we included 438 and 1752 patients with and without pressure injury, respectively, among those admitted to the medical and surgical intensive care units (ICUs) from January 2017–February 2020.