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There were 4 sets of comparison for the effectiveness of acupuncture for CRF; statistical pooling of the reduction in CRF from baseline to follow-up showed in favor of acupuncture. However, 3 sets of comparison for the pooled estimates of effect sizes had no statistical significance. Although one set of comparison (acupuncture plus education interventions vs usual care) had statistically significant differences, it is unclear whether this pooled positive outcome is attributable to the effects of acupuncture or to the education intervention. In addition, the duration of follow-up in these included trials was up to 10 weeks, and some RCTs had methodological flaws. Further rigorously designed RCTs adhering to acceptable standards of trial methodology are required to determine the effectiveness of acupuncture and its long-term effects on CRF.

Background Currently, building resilience in nurses is recognized as an important factor that helps maintain their health and stay in their profession; thus, identifying which factors can help them build resilience is necessary. Methods A cross-sectional survey design was used, and 1356 nurses from 11 general hospitals in Guangzhou, China, were assessed using the Chinese version of the Conner–Davidson Resilience Scale, the General Self-Efficacy Scale, the Simplified Coping Style Questionnaire, and the Job Stress Scale of Chinese nurses. The demographic characteristics of participants were also gathered. Results The mean total score of nurses' resilience is 59.99 (SD 13.59), which was significantly lower ( P < 0.001) than that of the general people in China. The regression analysis affirmed that the factors which influence the resilience of nurses include self-efficacy, coping style, job stress, and education level ( R 2 = 49.4%, P < 0.001). Conclusion Nurses had low resilience. They could not effectively cope with job challenges and recover from adversity. Strengthening self-efficacy, choosing active coping, decreasing job stress, and enhancing educational training can effectively improve their resilience.

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Objective To investigate the acceptability and feasibility of acupuncture treatment as an adjunct to usual care in Chinese women with preeclampsia.