1.Active listening: theory and practice of building mutually trusting doctor-patient relationships
Guiying GU ; Yuxiao DU ; Peng CHEN
Chinese Medical Ethics 2026;39(7):951-957
The doctor-patient relationship in modern medical practice faces the limitations of evidence-based medicine under the “biomedical” model, as well as “four major gaps” in communication between doctors and patients who inhabit the two separate worlds of “medicine” and “life.” These issues not only pose challenges to the doctor-patient relationship but also constitute topics that medical ethical practice needs to address. The doctor-patient relationship is essentially an interpersonal relationship mediated by “illness.” It includes, but is not limited to, a consumer relationship and a contractual relationship, and the exceeding part lies in the content of “doctors’ humanistic care to patients.” Throughout the history of medical development, it is not difficult to find that medicine is never short of humanistic spirit and ethical principles, but lacks the tools to put them into practice. “Active listening,” proposed by humanistic psychologist Rogers, is not only an active and conscious communication method, but also a therapeutic concept and the most complete practice of the core assumption of “client-centeredness.” The focus of mutually trusting doctor-patient relationships lies in “mutual trust.” The premise of mutual trust represents honest communication and mutual understanding between both parties, while the “unconditional positive regard, acceptance, and empathy” emphasized by active listening are precisely the conditions that foster honest communication and mutual understanding. Therefore, it is necessary to incorporate active listening into the modern medical system as a theoretical weapon and practical tool for building mutually trusting doctor-patient relationships. Theoretically, it is conducive to advancing the reflection on the nature of mutually trusting doctor-patient relationships. Practically, it contributed to improving the level of trust between doctors and patients, promoting the establishment of mutually trusting doctor-patient relationships, and thus creating a favorable medical environment.
2.Evolution of Medication Patterns in Traditional Chinese Medicine for Treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Chen WANG ; Xiaoyu CAO ; Yalan LI ; Shaoshuai LIU ; Guiying PENG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(20):94-102
ObjectiveTo explore the evolution of medication patterns and syndrome-herb associations of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in treating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), providing a theoretical foundation for precise syndrome differentiation and treatment in clinical practice. MethodsMedical case literature on TCM treatment of IBD from 1960 to 2024 was retrieved to establish a database. Frequency statistics, cluster analysis, change point detection, and association rule mining were employed to comprehensively analyze the syndrome distribution, therapeutic methods, medication patterns, and their temporal variations. ResultsA total of 685 medical cases were included. Common syndromes were dampness-heat (66.42%) and spleen deficiency (56.20%). Primary therapeutic methods included heat clearing (63.65%), spleen invigorating (47.45%), and dampness draining (36.79%). High-frequency herbs included Coptidis Rhizoma (354), Paeoniae Radix Alba (303), Aucklandiae Radix (292), Codonopsis Radix (253), and Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma (244). Initial prescription clustering revealed three core therapeutic method combinations: heat clearing and detoxifying (represented by Baitouweng Tang), spleen invigorating and Qi reinforcing (represented by Shenling Baizhusan), and cold-heat regulation (represented by Wumeiwan combined with Shaoyao tang). Temporal analysis identified 2008 as a key transition point in TCM treatment of IBD, with significantly increased usage frequency of heat-clearing and dampness-drying herbs such as Fraxini Cortex, Phellodendri Chinensis Cortex, Sophorae Flavescentis Radix, and Scutellariae Radix as well as hemostatic herbs such as carbonized Sanguisorbae Radix, Bletillae Rhizoma, Agrimoniae Herba, and Notoginseng Radix et Rhizoma. Follow-up efficacy analysis showed median improvement rates of 64.0% at the first follow-up, 76.0% at the second follow-up, and 78.7% at the third follow-up. Syndrome-drug association analysis revealed specific herb pairs with significant therapeutic advantages, including Notoginseng Radix et Rhizoma + Coicis Semen, Sanguisorbae Radix + Coptidis Rhizoma, and Codonopsis Radix + Aconii Lateralis Radix Praeparaia. ConclusionTCM medication patterns for treating IBD demonstrate distinct temporal evolution characteristics, with significantly increased usage frequency of herbs such as Fraxini Cortex, Notoginseng Radix et Rhizoma, and Agrimoniae Herba. Significant therapeutic method-herb associations and syndrome-herb association patterns exist, with the formation of specific herb pairs, providing evidence-based support for precise syndrome differentiation and treatment of IBD.
3.Analysis of current practice status and influencing factors of intake and output recording in patients with heart failure
Lin YAN ; Chen ZHANG ; Zhouzhou LIU ; Guiying YOU
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(16):1941-1948
Objective To investigate the current status of cardiovascular nurses in intake and output recording of heart failure patients,and to provide a basis for further standardizing these practices.Methods A convenience sampling method was used to survey 7,761 cardiovascular nurses from 31 provinces in China in May 2024 using a self-designed questionnaire.The survey content included the content and methods of recording fluid intake and output,methods of liquid measurement,health education for patients and caregivers,and verification of the accuracy of fluid intake and output records.The chi-square test was used for comparison between groups.Results A total of 7,726 valid questionnaires were collected,with an effective response rate of 99.55%.Solid food(85.00%)and insensible water loss such as sweat(59.63%)were the lowest proportion items in the recording of intake and output,respectively.A total of 6,343 nurses(82.10%)reported that their wards had standardized"intake and output record forms".A total of 3,782 nurses(48.95%)were able to use graduated measuring cups to quantify water intake,and 3,587 nurses(46.43%)could use a"food water content table"to convert the water content of solid foods.Additionally,5,050 nurses(65.36%)involved patients and caregivers in the recording of intake and output,and 5,419 nurses(70.14%)provided health education on intake and output recording to patients and caregivers.Furthermore,4,753 nurses(61.52%)verified the accuracy of the 24-hour intake and output records after completion.Nurses whose wards regularly provided training on intake and output recording,as well as those whose wards included the accuracy of intake and output recording in quality control,demonstrated better practice outcomes in this regard(P<0.001).Conclusion The current clinical nursing practice of cardiovascular nurses in recording the intake and output of heart failure patients needs improvement.Relevant academic organizations should further refine the standards related to intake and output recording.Medical institutions should focus on strengthening training and quality control,optimizing clinical operation procedures,and providing material,institutional,and human resource support to improve the accuracy of fluid intake and output recording for heart failure patients and ensure patient safety.
4.Facilitators and barriers to the implementation of exercise for elderly patients with frailty:a qualitative Meta-synthesis
Yu DUAN ; Zhanghui GUO ; Jie ZHANG ; Meng JIAO ; Jianni QU ; Guiying LIU ; Dan ZHAO ; Yingyu CHEN ; Hong GUO
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(3):288-296
Objective To systematically evaluate the factors that promote and hinder exercise in frail older adults,and to provide references for the formulation of exercise intervention programs.Methods We searched PubMed,Web of Science,Embase,CINAHL,Cochrane library,CNKI,Wanfang,VIP database,and China Biomedical Literature Database for qualitative studies on exercise facilitators and hindrances in frail older adults,and the search time period was from the establishment of the databases to September 1,2024.The quality of the literature was evaluated using the Joanna Brigg Institute Australian Centre for Evidence-Based Health Care Quality Assessment Criteria for Qualitative Research(2016),and the results were integrated by integrating methods.Results A total of 18 studies were included,and 72 research results were extracted,and 10 categories were summarized.The final synthesis included 2 integrated results:the facilitators included personal exercise motivation,physical and psychological benefits,positive interpersonal interactions,multiple social support systems and person-centred exercise programme;the impediments included underlying diseases and somatic functional limitations,negative psychological status,low health literacy,family role conflicts and limits of the environment.Conclusion Exercise for frail older adults is affected by a variety of factors.Healthcare professionals should improve the positive perception of exercise for frail older people and help them overcome psychological barriers;establish an all-round support system to enhance the sense of social contact of the frail elderly;formulate a personalised exercise programme with a human-centred approach to enhance the motivation of the frail elderly.
5.Research on challenges and recommendations for application of artificial intelligence in Immunology education
Enning ZHANG ; Chen WANG ; Zhixin ZHENG ; Chonghao ZHANG ; Yu HAO ; Guiying PENG
Chinese Journal of Immunology 2025;41(6):1290-1293
Intricate nature of Immunology teaching,characterized by diverse cellular types,complex molecular mechanisms,and highly dynamic immune responses,poses significant challenges.Utilization of artificial intelligence(AI)technology to provide personalized learning pathways and resources for Immunology education has emerged as a critical direction in contemporary educational reform.By examining current domestic application status and specific teaching practices,this article explores gap between AI technology and traditional teaching theories,analyzes issues such as deep integration and transformation of teacher's role.Special attention is also given to ethical considerations,including privacy protection,fairness and accessibility,and ethical implications of data processing.In response to these issues,authors propose a set of comprehensive recommendations,including establishing a student-centered learning model,strengthening teaching staff capabilities,improving privacy protection and algorithmic transparency,promoting educational equity,and reinforcing ethical education,aiming to support healthy and sustainable development of AI technology within Immunology education,offering valuable insights for reform and innovation of Immunology education.
6.Two cases of HIV-negative adults with disseminated Talaromyces marneffei infections and literature review
Xiufang CHEN ; Shan ZHAO ; Ziying CHEN ; Jiao WANG ; Guiying ZHANG
Journal of Chinese Physician 2025;27(4):568-572
Objective:To investigate the clinical characteristics and treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) negative adult disseminated Talaromyces marneffei (TSM) infection, so as to improve the diagnosis and treatment of this disease.Methods:While two HIV-negative adult patients with disseminated T. Marneffei infection were reported, papers published between 1970 and February 2024 were collected from CNKI, Wanfang and Chongqing Weipu databases, and patient data meeting diagnostic criteria were collected. A total of 34 HIV-negative adults with disseminated T. Marneffei infection were collected. The data of 34 patients with this disease were retrospectively analyzed, and the demographic distribution, systematic signs, examination results, complications, diagnosis and treatment plan and effect of this disease were summarized.Results:Among the 34 patients, the ratio of male to female patients was 21∶13. The median age of onset was 51 years, ranging from 24 to 70 years. The incidence area was more common in the south of China. The most common clinical manifestation was fever. 70.6%(24/34) of patients were misdiagnosed, most often with tuberculosis. The methods of diagnosis were as follows: 26 cases were diagnosed by fungal culture, 5 cases by high-throughput sequencing and 3 cases by direct microscopy. 32 patients received antifungal therapy, 9 were cured, 10 improved, 2 died, 4 relapsed, 4 patients were effective (but the outcome was unknown), 2 patients had poor effect, and 1 patient had unknown effect. Two patients died soon after admission due to rapid disease progression.Conclusions:The symptoms of HIV negative adults infected with T. Marneffei are varied and may involve multiple systems. Infection is often misdiagnosed. Early identification and fungal culture can improve the detection rate. High-throughput sequencing is a relatively mature diagnostic technology.
7.The expression of CTLA-4 and PD-L1 in pulmonary lymphoepithelial carcinoma,the clinical significance and the distribution of lymphocyte infiltration in the tumor microenvironment
Jinli HUANG ; Ruisi BEI ; Yujiao CHEN ; Zhimeng LI ; Guiying HUANG ; Yamin WEI ; Jinhua ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Clinical and Experimental Pathology 2025;41(6):731-738
Purpose This study aimed to investigate the expression of CTLA-4 and PD-L1 in pulmonary lympho-epithelial carcinoma(PLEC)and to explore their relationships with patient prognosis and with tumor-infiltrating lym-phocytes(TILs).Methods Fifty cases of PLEC were retrospectively collected,together with 23 samples of adjacent normal lung tissue.Immunohistochemistry was performed to detect CTLA-4 and PD-L1 expression in both PLEC and adjacent normal lung tissues,as well as to quantify CD4+and CD8+T-lymphocytes infiltration within the tumor micro-environment.CTLA-4,PD-L1,and the distributions of CD4+T cells and CD8+T cells were then correlated with the clinicopathological features of PLEC.Results The positive rate of CTLA-4 in PLEC was significantly higher than that in adjacent normal lung tissue(P<0.05).PD-L1 expression differed significantly across TNM stages of PLEC(P<0.05)and was positively correlated with TNM stages(r=0.31,P=0.03).CD4+and CD8+T-lymphocytes were pre-dominantly localized in the tumor stroma,with CD4+T cells density exceeding that of CD8+(P<0.05).Within canc-er nests,CD8+T cells density was significantly higher than CD4+(P<0.05).Conclusion Both PD-L1 and CTLA-4 are frequently expressed in PLEC,suggesting they represent potential immunotherapeutic targets.In the PLEC micro-environment,lymphocytes primarily infiltrated the stromal compartment,and CD4+T cells are more abundant than CD8+T cells in that locale.
8.Facilitators and barriers to the implementation of exercise for elderly patients with frailty:a qualitative Meta-synthesis
Yu DUAN ; Zhanghui GUO ; Jie ZHANG ; Meng JIAO ; Jianni QU ; Guiying LIU ; Dan ZHAO ; Yingyu CHEN ; Hong GUO
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(3):288-296
Objective To systematically evaluate the factors that promote and hinder exercise in frail older adults,and to provide references for the formulation of exercise intervention programs.Methods We searched PubMed,Web of Science,Embase,CINAHL,Cochrane library,CNKI,Wanfang,VIP database,and China Biomedical Literature Database for qualitative studies on exercise facilitators and hindrances in frail older adults,and the search time period was from the establishment of the databases to September 1,2024.The quality of the literature was evaluated using the Joanna Brigg Institute Australian Centre for Evidence-Based Health Care Quality Assessment Criteria for Qualitative Research(2016),and the results were integrated by integrating methods.Results A total of 18 studies were included,and 72 research results were extracted,and 10 categories were summarized.The final synthesis included 2 integrated results:the facilitators included personal exercise motivation,physical and psychological benefits,positive interpersonal interactions,multiple social support systems and person-centred exercise programme;the impediments included underlying diseases and somatic functional limitations,negative psychological status,low health literacy,family role conflicts and limits of the environment.Conclusion Exercise for frail older adults is affected by a variety of factors.Healthcare professionals should improve the positive perception of exercise for frail older people and help them overcome psychological barriers;establish an all-round support system to enhance the sense of social contact of the frail elderly;formulate a personalised exercise programme with a human-centred approach to enhance the motivation of the frail elderly.
9.Two cases of HIV-negative adults with disseminated Talaromyces marneffei infections and literature review
Xiufang CHEN ; Shan ZHAO ; Ziying CHEN ; Jiao WANG ; Guiying ZHANG
Journal of Chinese Physician 2025;27(4):568-572
Objective:To investigate the clinical characteristics and treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) negative adult disseminated Talaromyces marneffei (TSM) infection, so as to improve the diagnosis and treatment of this disease.Methods:While two HIV-negative adult patients with disseminated T. Marneffei infection were reported, papers published between 1970 and February 2024 were collected from CNKI, Wanfang and Chongqing Weipu databases, and patient data meeting diagnostic criteria were collected. A total of 34 HIV-negative adults with disseminated T. Marneffei infection were collected. The data of 34 patients with this disease were retrospectively analyzed, and the demographic distribution, systematic signs, examination results, complications, diagnosis and treatment plan and effect of this disease were summarized.Results:Among the 34 patients, the ratio of male to female patients was 21∶13. The median age of onset was 51 years, ranging from 24 to 70 years. The incidence area was more common in the south of China. The most common clinical manifestation was fever. 70.6%(24/34) of patients were misdiagnosed, most often with tuberculosis. The methods of diagnosis were as follows: 26 cases were diagnosed by fungal culture, 5 cases by high-throughput sequencing and 3 cases by direct microscopy. 32 patients received antifungal therapy, 9 were cured, 10 improved, 2 died, 4 relapsed, 4 patients were effective (but the outcome was unknown), 2 patients had poor effect, and 1 patient had unknown effect. Two patients died soon after admission due to rapid disease progression.Conclusions:The symptoms of HIV negative adults infected with T. Marneffei are varied and may involve multiple systems. Infection is often misdiagnosed. Early identification and fungal culture can improve the detection rate. High-throughput sequencing is a relatively mature diagnostic technology.
10.Mediating effect of health literacy between discharge readiness and self-management behavior in patients with inflammatory bowel disease
Yi WANG ; Yamei CHEN ; Junwan JIA ; Guiying XIANG ; Weixian CHEN ; Baixue JIANG
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2025;41(3):175-182
Objective:To explore the current status of self-management behavior in patients with inflammatory bowel disease and to construct a structural equation model to explore the mediating role of health literacy between discharge readiness and self-management behavior.Methods:From March to September 2023, 310 hospitalized patients with inflammatory bowel disease in the Tenth People ′s Hospital Affiliated to Tongji University were selected as the research subjects by the convenience sampling method. A cross-sectional survey was conducted using the general information questionnaire, the Health Literacy Management Scale, the Discharge Readiness Scale, and the Self-management Behavior Scale. Results:Eventually, 303 valid questionnaires were retrieved. Among the 303 patients, there were 190 males and 113 females, with an average age of (35.63 ± 16.41) years old. The total score of health literacy of patients with inflammatory bowel disease was (94.35 ± 10.78) points, indicating a health literacy compliance rate of 74.3%(225/303). The total score of discharge readiness was (79.52 ± 9.16) points, and the total score of self-management behavior was (135.22 ± 17.36) points. In patients with inflammatory bowel disease, the discharge readiness was positively correlated with the total score of health literacy ( r=0.748, P<0.01), the discharge readiness was positively correlated with the total score of self-management behavior ( r=0.821, P< 0.01), and the health literacy was positively correlated with the total score of self-management behavior ( r=0.767, P<0.01). Health literacy may serve as a mediating variable, partially explaining the relationship between discharge readiness and self-management behavior in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. The mediating effect accounted for 47.5% of the total effect. Conclusions:Discharge readiness not only positively impacts self-management behavior among patients with inflammatory bowel disease but also indirectly influences this behavior through health literacy. It is essential for clinical healthcare professionals to prioritize the assessment of discharge readiness and health literacy among these patients. By improving discharge readiness and enhancing health literacy, clinical healthcare professionals can effectively support patients with inflammatory bowel disease in their self-management efforts.

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