Medicine and Health Sciences Commons^™

Student’S Perceptions Of Spiritual Preparedness And Contribution To Their Community Following An Emergency Preparedness Interprofessional Collaborative Practice Simulation, Elizabeth J. Scott, Ronda M. Christman, Sonia K. Wrate, Rebecca Retzer, Laura Racovita, Faith A. Laughlin, Leslie Ann Schwarazer, Cynthia F. M. Gettys, Maureen Baksh-Griffin

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

This presentation highlights findings from a study exploring student perceptions of spirituality and contributing to their community after participating in an emergency preparedness interprofessional simulation. Mixed methods were utilized and an online survey was emailed to a convenience sample (N=338). The majority self-reported they can better contribute to their community.

A Critical Analysis Of The Mental Health First Aid Educational Intervention Developed By The National Council For Behavioral Health, Padma P. Tadi Uppala

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

In Berrien County, Michigan, the priority health need identified among students was mental health. The objective of this study is to critically analyze the Mental Health First Aid educational intervention developed by the National Council of Behavioral Health for family members and health professionals. Spirituality was identified as a negative factor affecting mental health on the survey. It is important for mental health professionals to acknowledge the protective role of spirituality against mental illness as pointed out in the scientific literature.

An Assessment Of Maternal Mortality In Papua New Guinea: An Explanatory Sequential Mixed Methods Approach, Jennifer Litau

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

Research into the serious manifestation of maternal mortality in Papua New Guinea is essential for formative knowledge and intervention. Explanatory sequential mixed methods approach employed first involved SPSS analyses of Gulf Provincial Hospital’s obstetric data revealing high rates of home deliveries by mothers. Interviews in high incidence communities provided explanations and mortality experiences.

Student’S Understand Their Care Role And Have The Ability To Provide Care Following A Multi Patient Collaborative Practice Simulation, Barbara James, Ronda M. Christman, Christina Shrode, Laura Racovita-Szilagyi, Caroline T. Mcarthur, Sonia Wrate, Christy Showalter, Leslie Ann Schwarazer, Michael Liedke, Christine A. Moniyung, Jill Buchholz

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

This presentation highlights findings from a study exploring student perceptions after participating in a Multi Patient Interprofessional Collaborative Practice simulation. Mixed methods were utilized and an online survey was emailed to a convenience sample (N = 81). The majority self-reported they understand their care role and abilities to provide care.

The Association Of The Cumulative/Lifetime Duration Of Breast Feeding And The Development Of Post Menopausal Breast Cancer. Results From Adventist Health Study - 2., Sozina Katuli, Synove Knutsen Dr, Raymond Knutsen Dr., Ronald Mataya Dr., Oda Keiji, Gary Frasier Dr.

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

We modeled breast cancer in a Cox proportional hazard regression analysis and found 25% lower risk for those who initiated breastfeeding than those who never breastfed. There was a threshold effect for duration of breastfeeding and increased risk for family history of breast cancer, recent HRT use, and higher education.

Student Perception Of Biblical Worldview And Personal/Professional Impact Of The Sau Higher Education Biblical Foundation Course Design Model, Lilly Tryon, Ronda Christman

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

This presentation highlights findings from a study exploring student perceptions of taking a course designed with the Biblical Foundation of Faith in Learning Concept Map (BFFL-CM). Mixed methods were utilized, an online survey was emailed, with N=140 sample. The majority felt they benefited from taking the course with the BFFL-CM.

P-10 Time Spent Studying, On Social Media, And Spirituality: Nursing Students’ Perceptions, Ronda M. Christman, Elizabeth J. Scott, Eunice Muriu, Cynthia Booher, Ronald Mitchell

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

This presentation highlights findings from a multi-university study exploring students’ perceptions of studying, social media, and spirituality. Mixed methods were utilized, an online survey was emailed, with N=88 sample size. Over half (55%) have a personal daily devotional 4 – 7 days/week.

The Impact Of Child Abuse And Neglect On Health Risk Behaviors And The Mental, Physical, And Spiritual Health Of Survivors, Katia Reinert

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

The presentation will discuss research data on the prevalence of child abuse among 10,283 Seventh-day Adventists in North America, including the impact of childhood trauma on health risk behaviors, negative mental and physical health, and spiritual distress. Protective factors for survivors and the role of the church in abuse prevention and resilience among survivors will be explored.

Findings From Recent Scientific Research: Highlighting Priorities For Mission, David R. Williams

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

This presentation provides an overview of recent scientific research in the area of childhood influences on adult health, the significance of mental health challenges in contemporary society, self-reported discrimination and health and the effects of forgiveness on health. In all of these diverse areas, the findings highlight opportunities for faith-based institutions and individuals to affirm and act on mission priorities.

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