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The Creation Of An Innovative Oral Health Assessment Survey, Purna Patel

Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations

Background Oral health is an important factor to maintain overall health and well-being, such as students’ knowledge, attitude, and practice. Currently, there is a limited amount of research related to oral health awareness in college students.

Objective The purpose of the study was to define the importance of oral health and investigate college students’ understanding related to oral health. Moreover, research shows how students are protecting their oral hygiene.

Results: The outcomes revealed the college student's awareness and understanding of oral health. According to the survey questions, students believe that dental health is a significant aspect of overall health management. …

The Prevalence Of Iron Deficiency And Obesity Among Young Children In The United States, Mirriam Abunaja

Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations

Background The coexistence of obesity and iron deficiency among children is one manifestation of the double burden of malnutrition (DBM) and is a public health concern. This study aims to provide useful insight on public health knowledge by presenting a current snapshot of the coexistence of obesity and iron deficiency among pre-school aged children as well as specific risk factors.

Methods This analysis utilizes secondary data from a publicly accessible, national database, the National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey (NHANES). The data examined were retrieved from the years 2015-2016 and 2017-2018. Chi-squared tests were used to test each thesis question. …

Preventing Intimate Partner Violence Through Healthy Relationship Education, Jessica Naranjo Larios

Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations

Background: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a global public health crisis and is defined as behavior by a current or former partner who causes physical, sexual, or psychological harm (WHO, 2021). The age demographic experiencing the highest rates of IPV is those between 18-24 years old (Brewer et al., 2018). Since many college students fit this demographic, colleges must implement effective evidence-based IPV prevention programs. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of healthy relationship education among college students using the KAP (Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice) model tool.

Methods: This study utilized quantitative research methods to assess …

Using Population Health Management To Reduce Heart Diseases And Health Disparities Among African Americans: A Narrative Review, Adolfo Gonzalez

Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations

The integration of Population Health Management (PHM) within the U.S. health care system may effectively decrease heart disease and health disparities among African American adults. Population Health Management strategies look at whether the health care system is meeting the needs of health care access, medical coverage, quality of care, and to reducing health disparities within specific population. Population Health Management strategies could be used to mitigate and reduce health disparities.

The purpose of this study is to discuss the potential impacts of Population Health Management within our health care system and how its influence can reduce heart diseases among African …

Privacy Risks And Security Threats In Mhealth Apps, Brinda Hansraj Sampat, Bala Prabhakar

Journal of International Technology and Information Management

mHealth (Mobile Health) applications (apps) have transformed the doctor-patient relationship. They help users with varied functionalities such as monitoring their health, understanding specific health conditions, consulting doctors online and achieving fitness goals. Whilst these apps provide an option of equitable and convenient access to healthcare, a lot of personal and sensitive data about users is collected, stored and shared to achieve these functionalities. Little is known about the privacy and security concerns these apps address. Based on literature review, this paper identifies the privacy risks and security features for evaluating thirty apps in the Medical category across two app distribution …

Adolescent And Adult Nicotine Exposure On The Acquisition Of Methamphetamine Self-Administration And The Reinstatement Of Extinguished Methamphetamine-Seeking In Male Rats, Joseph Allan Pipkin

Theses Digitization Project

This study sought to determine the individual and combined contribution of adolescent and adult nicotine exposure on METH self-administration and METH-seeking behavior in male rats. Nicotine is a commonly abused substance among adolescents and is believed to be a "gateway" to other drugs of abuse. In support of the gateway hypothesis, cigarette smoking during adolescence is related to increased methamphetamine (METH) use in adulthood.

Predictors Of Newly Licensed Registered Nurse Employability, Kevin Alan Durr

Theses Digitization Project

This study explored the applicability of a business employability model to nursing. The need for nursing education programs to assess and track employability of NLRN graduates has been demonstrated by several studies. Successful alumni surveys help generate aggregate data that faculty can use to evaluate and strengthen their programs, stimulate change, and improve outcomes.

An Exploratory Study Of Barriers To Psychotropic Adherence From The Client's Perspective, Nicole Nanchy, Michelle Sereese Green

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to identify barriers to psychotropic adherence regimens in clients with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI). Medication non-adherence perpetuates the cycle of psychotic episodes, which leads to rehospitalization, incarceration, and homelessness.

The Relationship Between Self-Esteem And Glycemic Control In 13-17 Year Old Adolescent Girls With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Annabelle Lucia Sandoval Esparza

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to explore the psychosocial phenomena of self-esteem in relation to gucose control in diabetic adolescent girls living in the Inland Empire. Three central themes emerged: body image, peer acceptance, and stress.

Substance Abuse Treatment: Perceptions From The Client's Point Of View, Margarita Brunilda Salazar

Theses Digitization Project

The focus of this study was to explore and analyze the perceptions of treatment effectiveness among substance abuse clients involved in Bilingual Family Counseling Outpatient Treatment. The intent was to have a better understanding of a treatment centers program's outcome from the clients' point of view and its effectiveness in terms of the usefulness to the client.

Educator's Perceptions Of Priority School Nursing Activities And Influencing Factors, Julie Marie Berg

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to compare the relative priority rankings assigned by educators and practiontioners of activities performed by school nurses. It examines the factors that under lies the differences in priorities assigned.

Day Treatment Programs For Adults With Severe And Persistent Mental Illness: Effectiveness Measured In Rates Of Recidivism, Pamela Jo' Gatfield

Theses Digitization Project

This study measured the effectiveness of rehabilitative day treatment (RDT) programs for persons with severe and persistant mental illness in San Bernardino County. The effectiveness of RDT services was determined by rates of recidivism.

Advanced Practice Nursing Health Care Needs Assessment In An Underserved Community, Michael Dean Conrad, Anna Kampanartsanyakorn

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to gain information about the community health care needs through a comprehensive assessment. This information will allow providers to identify services and groups of people where the biggest gap exists in receiving needed health care services. This may provide the basis for the design of an advanced practice preventative health intervention for the community.

A Process Evaluation Of The Riverside County Dependency Recovery Drug Court, Philip Marshall Breitenbucher, Sean Collins Sullivan

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the implementation of the "Key Components" as identified by the Department of Justice (1998) into the Riverside County Dependency Recovery Drug Court Program.

Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate Discontinuation After Weight Gain In 17-19 Year Old Adolescent Girls, Donna Lea Church

Theses Digitization Project

Depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) is a long acting progesterone only contraceptive agent. Side effects such as irregular bleeding patterns and weight gain are attributed to discontinuation. The purpose of this study was to describe depot medroxyprogesterone acetate discontinuation after weight gain in 17 to 19 year-old adolescent girls.

Development And Coordination Of A Health Care Services Program For Foster Children In A Shelter Care Population, Rebecca Lynne Allen Spradling

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this project is to support health promotion of children entering foster care, ensure that children receive all health care services needed, prevent the trauma of duplication of immunizations, and reduce disruption of health care as children move through the foster care system.

Barriers To Initiation And Continuation Of Vision Care Among Diabetics, Jennifer Eilleen Werner

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

Ethnic Make Up Of Individuals Who Receive Services From San Bernardino County's Mentally Ill Homeless Program, Cynthia Sophia Roth-Felter

Theses Digitization Project

This study examined the ethnic makeup of individuals who seek services from San Bernardino County, Department of Behavioral Health, Mentally Ill Homeless program.

An Exploratory Study To Identify Services That Will Aid Foster Parents In San Bernardino County And Potentially Reduce The Frequency Of Multiple Placements, Michelle Terez Navarro, Cody Marie Dawkins

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

Chronic Childhood Disease And Child Abuse, Michelle Marie Lindholm

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of the present research is to investigate whether or not chronically ill children are victims of child abuse more frequently than healthy children. The gender of the child and of the parent will also be examined for differences in the treatment children receive.

Information About Primary Care Physicians Considered Most Useful By Managed Health Care Consumers, Janet Marie Webb

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

Orphanages In America: Are They Needed?, Cara Lynn Hans, Lawrence Payne

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this constructivist research study was to examine the idea of returning to the orphanage system, as a placement option for children who have been removed from their homes. The authors felt that this was especially important since lawmakers have been discussing this option as an answer to the question of welfare reform, and further felt that decisions such as these should not be made without the input of professionals in the social work field.

An Examination Of The Effect Of Substance Abuse On Prison Populations And Related Policy Issues Of The California Department Of Corrections, Frank Siaca

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

Perspectives Of Administrative And Direct Services Providers For Substance Abusing Women And Their Children: An Exploratory Study, Susan Gail Lacey, Willem Vanderpauwert

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

Project Success: Examining The Impact Of Supported Work Programs On Clients' Self-Esteem And Quality Of Life, Susan Anne Brisco, S. Denise Christensen

Theses Digitization Project

Among the goals of recent supported work employment programs is improvement of competitive employment opportunities for individuals who suffer from chronic mental illness, and for whom competitive employment outcomes are poor. This study examined the effects of a vocational rehabilitation program, Project Success (Skills Upgrade: Client Centered Empowerment Supportive Services), on self esteem and quality of life for chronically mentally ill participants.

Caseload Management: An Annotated Bibliography For Rehabilitation Counselors, Geraldine Peggy Mckay

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

Empirical Analysis And Evaluation Of The California Department Of Youth Authority's Post Parole Substance Abuse Treatment Program: El Centro, California, Don Allen Josi

Theses Digitization Project

Adolescent parolee revocations.

Initial Planning Of A School-Based Clinic: Pilot Project In The Moreno Valley Unified School District, Jane Marie Doetsch

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

A Three Month Study On The Effect Of Chlorhexidine Mouthrinse In The Plaque Control Program Of Elderly Patients In California, Thành Thi NguỹÊn

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

A Current Medical Reimbursement Practices And Prospects For National Health Insurance, Wallace D. Kinney

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.