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Effective Imagery In Scientific Etextbooks, Jordan Moore
Effective Imagery In Scientific Etextbooks, Jordan Moore
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This presentation overviews the benefits of eTextbook images in the fields of science.
Animal-Assisted With Nursing Home Residents, Kierstyn Stevens
Animal-Assisted With Nursing Home Residents, Kierstyn Stevens
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This study was conducted to evaluate the use of animal-assisted therapy in nursing home residents, particularly a Nursing and Rehabilitation center in Paducah, KY. Residents of long term care facilities, like a nursing home, face many challenges due to physical and mental changes. Factors contributing to these changes may include financial changes, loss of autonomy, mobility changes, etc. Various articles concerning animal-assisted therapy in elders, residents of hospitals, and residents of long-term care facilities were gathered to examine potential benefits. Findings indicated significant improvement in variables found often in elders, such as anxiety, depression, aggression, and loneliness. Many of these …
The Efficacy Of Mechanical Compression Devices In Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Emma A. French
The Efficacy Of Mechanical Compression Devices In Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Emma A. French
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This project examines the ability of mechanical compression devices, such as the popular LUCAS device, to produce the desired outcomes of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when compared to manual chest compression performed by a CPR certified individual. For the purpose of this project, desired outcomes include correct compression rate and depth according to American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines, return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) in the patient, long term survival of patients who achieve ROSC, and prevention of serious physical damage related to chest compressions. Data from multiple research studies comparing outcomes of mechanical compression devices and manual chest compression was reviewed …
Vte Prevention: A Risk Assessment Tool, Mary Gilkey
Vte Prevention: A Risk Assessment Tool, Mary Gilkey
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VTEs are a leading cause of hospital deaths and cost healthcare systems billions. A risk assessment tool that correctly identifies at risk patients and provides appropriate prophylactic measures can decrease the rate of hospital acquired VTE.