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The Design And Development Of A Community Based Multisensory Room, Pippa Burns, Grant N. Ellmers, Holly Tootell, Susan J. Slowikowski, Carly Pascoe, Andrea R. Garner, S K. Lau, Roselyn M. Dixon, Michael Szafraniec
The Design And Development Of A Community Based Multisensory Room, Pippa Burns, Grant N. Ellmers, Holly Tootell, Susan J. Slowikowski, Carly Pascoe, Andrea R. Garner, S K. Lau, Roselyn M. Dixon, Michael Szafraniec
Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health - Papers: Part B
This case study describes the design and development of a multisensory environment for use by a local community, in response to local needs. Multisensory environments allow users to control the sensory inputs they experience from the environment. This autonomy may be especially impactful for those living with autism or dementia. The evidence base supporting the design, development and implementation of multisensory environments has been limited to date. This case study explores the evolution of the interdisciplinary team from a request for collaboration to the creation of a functioning multisensory room. It describes the experiences of the group of researchers finding …
The Effects And Impact Of Second-Hand Cannabis Smoke Exposure On Nurses Working In The Community, Miguel Iglesias, Joy Pertile, Luke J. Molloy, Alex Chan
The Effects And Impact Of Second-Hand Cannabis Smoke Exposure On Nurses Working In The Community, Miguel Iglesias, Joy Pertile, Luke J. Molloy, Alex Chan
Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health - Papers: Part B
This article explores the work, health and safety risks that may be associated with the exposure of nurses to second-hand cannabis smoke while working in the community. Emerging evidence suggests the benefits of cannabis in the treatment of several chronic and terminal illnesses. This has led to some countries, like Australia, decriminalising or legalising the use of cannabis for medicinal purposes. Smoked cannabis is one of several routes of administration. However, cannabis smoke may have an impact on those in close proximity to the consuming patient. As a result, community healthcare workers, including nurses, may passively inhale cannabis substances while …
Completion Rates And Psychosocial Intervention Effectiveness In An Australian Substance Use Therapeutic Community, Michael Harley, Sabrina Pit, Trent Rees, Susan J. Thomas
Completion Rates And Psychosocial Intervention Effectiveness In An Australian Substance Use Therapeutic Community, Michael Harley, Sabrina Pit, Trent Rees, Susan J. Thomas
Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health - Papers: Part B
Background: Program attrition is a major problem in substance use treatment. It is not clear which client and treatment variables are related to successful completion. This study aimed to identify client variables associated with Therapeutic Community (TC) completion. A secondary aim was to investigate changes in entry and exit scores on psychosocial outcome measures. Methods: Retrospective quantitative analysis of data collected from 193 Australian TC residents, over 3.5 years. Variables measured included: demographics; Depression, Anxiety, Stress Score (DASS-21) and World Health Organisation Quality of Life 8 questions (WHOQOL-8). Results: Completion rates were 30.6%. High Money WHOQOL-8 scores, suggestive of minimal …
Why We Belong - Exploring Membership Of Healthcare Professionals In An Intensive Care Virtual Community Via Online Focus Groups: Rationale And Protocol, Kaye D. Rolls, Margaret Hansen, Debra Jackson, Doug Elliott
Why We Belong - Exploring Membership Of Healthcare Professionals In An Intensive Care Virtual Community Via Online Focus Groups: Rationale And Protocol, Kaye D. Rolls, Margaret Hansen, Debra Jackson, Doug Elliott
Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health - Papers: Part B
Background: Many current challenges of evidence-based practice are related to ineffective social networks among health care professionals. Opportunities exist for multidisciplinary virtual communities to transcend professional and organizational boundaries and facilitate important knowledge transfer. Although health care professionals have been using the Internet to form virtual communities for many years, little is known regarding "why" they join, as most research has focused on the perspective of "posters," who form a minority of members. Objective: Our aim was to develop a comprehensive understanding of why health care professionals belong to a virtual community (VC). Methods: A qualitative approach will be used …
Community Safety During The 2009 Australian 'Black Saturday' Bushfires: An Analysis Of Household Preparedness And Response, Joshua Whittaker, Katharine Haynes, John Handmer, J Mclennan
Community Safety During The 2009 Australian 'Black Saturday' Bushfires: An Analysis Of Household Preparedness And Response, Joshua Whittaker, Katharine Haynes, John Handmer, J Mclennan
Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health - Papers: Part B
On Saturday 7 February 2009, 173 people lost their lives and more than 2000 houses were destroyed in bushfires (wildfires) in the Australian State of Victoria. The scale of life and property loss raised fundamental questions about community bushfire safety in Australia, in particular the appropriateness of the 'Prepare, stay and defend or leave early' policy. This paper presents findings from research undertaken as part of the Australian Bushfire Cooperative Research Centre's (CRC) '2009 Victorian Bushfires Research Taskforce'. The research examined factors influencing patterns of life and property loss and survival across the fires through mail surveys (n = 1314) …
Community Bushfire Safety: A Review Of Post-Black Saturday Research, Joshua Whittaker, John Handmer
Community Bushfire Safety: A Review Of Post-Black Saturday Research, Joshua Whittaker, John Handmer
Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health - Papers: Part B
Following the 'Black Saturday' bushfires of 7 February 2009, a number of research reports on community bushfire safety were presented to the Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission. These include reports from the CFA, OESC, Bushfire CRC and Department of Justice. These reports have different research aims and employ a range of methods and samples. Some reports investigate community safety issues during the Black Saturday bushfires, while others examine preparedness and intentions for future fires. This paper reviews these reports to identify common findings, inconsistencies and gaps relating to community safety during bushfires, and discusses the implications of methodological differences for research …