Diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) by ambulatory systems is a growing practice in view of the large number of patients awaiting correct diagnosis.
Although the complex mechanisms responsible for an increased Pv-aCO2 in septic shock need to be further unraveled, the potential prognostic value of Pv-aCO2 seems clinically relevant and useful in daily practice in view of its easy availability.
Moreover, the Sentinel Audit recommended a major review of therapy working practices – possible in view of the evidence suggesting that UK therapists are overburdened with administrative duties thus detracting from direct contact time with patients [ 4, 5].
Indeed, this finding raises questions as to the potential effect this particular mindset can have in practice, particularly in view of radiology practitioners' input into imaging protocols, as well as them requesting that an imaging examination needs to be repeated.
In practice, and in view of the uncertainties about current legislation and risk aversion of regulatory bodies, a much more routine and formulaic application has evolved [ 9, 10, 45, 76, 129].
Nevertheless, such practices are understandable in view of the lack of support for such decision making and the lack of consensus on what constitutes appropriate care [ 16, 17].
This practice looks minimalist in view of the mounting evidence that in most cases bactericidal drug outperforms bacteriostatic drugs.
Adoption of improved soil management practices and soil restoration in view of climate change is vital to achieve global food security (Lal 2009).
The potential of models for supporting research and the engineering practice are discussed, particularly in view of multiscale modelling.
