Associations of data on coercive measures with hospital structure characteristics and guidelines were significant.
Logistic regression of the survey data supported the notion that a perceived scope of utilization for conditions beyond evidence-based treatment choices, a negative attitude toward vaccination and self-reported use of x-rays outside of currently accepted guidelines were significant predictors of unorthodox versus orthodox perspectives.
The guidelines are a significant step in the right direction.
These guidelines are particularly significant because they reinforce the importance of including mental health care in humanitarian responses post-crisis.
"These new IASC guidelines are a significant step towards providing better care and support to people in disaster- and conflict-affected areas worldwide," said Dr Ala Alwan, Assistant Director-General for Health Action in Crises at the World Health Organization.
Prior to these guidelines, there was significant variability of care among community and referring providers [14], and even 5 years after the guidelines were established, variability of care existed in Illinois [15].
Even minor changes to the guidelines would be significant.
In addition, logistical issues such as lack of time, educational materials, support staff, and inadequate reimbursement are significant barriers to guideline implementation [ 46, 49, 50, 52].
Morphologic criteria illustrated in WHO guidelines are the most significant prognostic factor in human gliomas, but novel biomarkers are needed to identify patients with a poorer outcome.
Industry groups said the guidelines were a significant improvement over draft guidelines circulated last summer.
Furthermore, even when maternity staff discuss appropriate GWG with pregnant women, a recent study in an Australian setting revealed that many considered the training they had received was inadequate; unfamiliarity with relevant Guidelines was a significant conversation barrier [ 20].
