Occupational Therapy's Role In Providing Gender-Affirming Care For Transgender And Gender Diverse Individuals, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Occupational Therapy's Role In Providing Gender-Affirming Care For Transgender And Gender Diverse Individuals, Anna Rhodes, Mary A. Smith, Kristin Willey
Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
There is limited information, education, and training available on providing care for the transgender and gender-diverse population, and many healthcare providers lack the specific knowledge needed to provide adequate, culturally competent care. A needs assessment was conducted to better understand what healthcare practitioners wanted to know regarding this topic, as well as what trans and gender-diverse individuals wanted their healthcare practitioners to know about their care. This needs assessment was anonymous and answers were not published. The responses were analyzed by the author to identify themes and develop learning objectives for the creation of educational materials. Five educational modules were …
Supporting Oaxacan Youth Mental Health, Academic Achievement, And Cultural Connection, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Supporting Oaxacan Youth Mental Health, Academic Achievement, And Cultural Connection, Itahi Arteaga, Jazminne Orozco Arteaga, Rebecca Heymann
Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
Oaxacan Indigenous youth in the U.S. experience generational, cultural, and social conflicts that impact their participation, performance, and well-being, yet there are no occupation-based programs that address their mental health, academic achievement, and cultural connection In San Diego.
The purpose of the capstone project was to develop a culturally-informed occupational therapy program for Oaxacan indigenous youth that will motivate and provide the skills needed to navigate different cultures while encouraging belonging.
The Perceived Benefits Of Belonging To A Community Organization For People With Parkinson's Disease (Pwpd): An Ethnographic Study, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
The Perceived Benefits Of Belonging To A Community Organization For People With Parkinson's Disease (Pwpd): An Ethnographic Study, Alexis Fortes, Mary Ann Smith, Karen Aranha, Kelli Cabrera
Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
Background: Persons with Parkinson’s (PwPD) seek to age in place and slow the functional decline that comes with the disease process. Membership in community-based and fitness programs provides a social safe environment that significantly impacts an individual’s psychological well-being and occupational independence. The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) supports and promotes partnering with community organizations that promote and valuemaintaining occupational independence for community dwellers.
Objective: This study investigated the perceived benefits of belonging to a community organization that supports health management and well-being for PwPD.
Methods: A qualitative ethnographic study used immersive participant observation, and conducted two …
A Website To Prepare Older Adults For Driving Cessation, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
A Website To Prepare Older Adults For Driving Cessation, Shelbi Picard, Steven M. Gerardi, Elizabeth Deluca
Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
Driving cessation, or the complete discontinuation of operating a vehicle, can result in a loss of independence and a decrease in life satisfaction (Chihuri, et al., 2016). This loss of independence is linked to a lack of knowledge on alternative options on community mobility (Liddle, et al., 2014). This leads to drivers to not want to stop driving when they are no longer safe to drive. Although there are some resources on driving cessation available online for guiding older adults in transition from driving to non-driving, they are not consolidated in one place for ease of understanding.
Occupational Barriers In Attendance Of Diabetes Prevention Programs In Adults Of Low Socioeconomic Status, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Occupational Barriers In Attendance Of Diabetes Prevention Programs In Adults Of Low Socioeconomic Status, Kendra Green, Amy Lyons-Brown
Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
The purpose of this project was to meet the needs of adults of low socioeconomic status that are at risk for developing diabetes due to multiple occupational barriers through evidence-based interventions developed by Occupational Therapists. Reflecting on current literature on the social determinants of health can help clients achieve a better quality of life. It addressed the specific barriers in an individual’s lifestyle and community resources faced daily in occupations such as managing finances, shopping, sleeping, cooking, and eating healthier, along with utilizing physical activity to prevent diabetes. OT is underutilized in this area even though the expertise is needed …
Analyzing Experiences With Context-Based Physical Activity Coaching (Cb-Pac) In Caregivers Of Children With Visual Impairments: A Pilot Study, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Analyzing Experiences With Context-Based Physical Activity Coaching (Cb-Pac) In Caregivers Of Children With Visual Impairments: A Pilot Study, Mary Godman, Angela Blackwell, Eric Hicks
Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
Caregivers have faced many barriers in providing equitable physical activity (PA) opportunities for their children with visual impairments (VI) (Armstrong et al., 2018; Columna et al., 2017; Sterbova & Kudlacek, 2014). This pilot study focused on two female caregivers of children with VI to understand their experiences and perceptions related to providing PA for their children along with a context-based coaching program to improve their child’s participation in PA. The study utilized a mixed methods design and concluded that support, motivation, strategies for participation, and equipment were important areas to address for caregivers to engage their children in PA.
Identifying Ebp Using The Moho Framework To Address Generalized Anxiety Disorder (Gad): A Scoping Review, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Identifying Ebp Using The Moho Framework To Address Generalized Anxiety Disorder (Gad): A Scoping Review, Alexus Njemanze, Karen Aranha, Angela Labrie Blackwell
Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
Individuals with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) have poorer physical rehabilitation. Identifying this condition and providing targeted interventions is necessary better to address the needs of this population's rehabilitation. This study examined the literature to identify screens, assessments, and interventions to address GAD to improve Occupational Therapy (OT) rehabilitation outcomes.
Nutrient Supplementation For Pre- And Post Acl Operation & Rehabilitation In Female Basketball Players, 2023 Nova Southeastern University
Nutrient Supplementation For Pre- And Post Acl Operation & Rehabilitation In Female Basketball Players, Mackenzie Steele, Joshua Munoz
Department of Nutrition Student Projects
Understanding how nutrition and dietary protocols can help female athletes in the process of “returning to sport” after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair surgery should be discussed amongst interprofessional post-operational care teams. Amongst athletes, female counterparts experience ACL injuries at a higher incidence rate than males, this is due to a variety of biological factors while returning to sport at a lower rate. Due to this, it is important to analyze and evaluate the data available from sports journals on the effects diet and supplements may have on the musculoskeletal system. ACL grafts are often taken from a donating …
Occupational Therapy For Perinatal Women: An Online Educational Course, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Occupational Therapy For Perinatal Women: An Online Educational Course, Rachel Killorin, Steven M. Gerardi, Sabina Khan
Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
A freely accessible website and online educational course was developed to inform occupational therapy practitioners and maternal healthcare professionals about the role that occupational therapy has on the perinatal healthcare team. Perinatal Occupational Therapy. https://www.perinataloccupationaltherapy.com/
Addressing Psychosocial Client Factors In People With Cancer: An Occupational Therapy Guidebook, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Addressing Psychosocial Client Factors In People With Cancer: An Occupational Therapy Guidebook, Hannah Marlette, Steven M. Gerardi, Tiffany Bystra
Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
People with cancer have an increased risk of impaired occupational engagement and occupational performance due to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial impacts of cancer and cancer treatment (Duker & Sleight, 2019; Pergolotti et al., 2016; Polo & Smith, 2018).
The involvement of occupational therapy (OT) in the care of people with cancer remains limited, resulting in a finite amount of literature on OT interventions to address this population (Pergolotti et al., 2016). The primary focus of OT for people with cancer has been on physical client factors and interventions, and people with cancer report that their psychosocial factors are being …
Novel Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Pathway Reduces Length Of Stay And Postoperative Opioid Usage In Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients Undergoing Posterior Spinal Fusion, 2023 Wright State University
Novel Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Pathway Reduces Length Of Stay And Postoperative Opioid Usage In Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients Undergoing Posterior Spinal Fusion, Kristen Spisak, Matthew Thomas, Zachary J. Sirois, Alvin Jones, Lucinda M. Brown, Andrew W. Froehle, Michael Albert
Kinesiology and Health Faculty Publications
Purpose: The goal of this study was to compare our institution’s recently implemented enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocol to previous post-operative management for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis patients undergoing posterior spinal fusion, specifically assessing length of stay, opioid consumption, and pain scores.
Methods: This is a retrospective analysis that compares the length of stay, opioid consumption, and pain scores of patients undergoing posterior spinal fusion for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Patients were analyzed prior to the implementation of our ERAS protocol, deemed the traditional pain pathway (TPP), to those who underwent the ERAS pathway. All patients undergoing posterior spinal fusion for …
Addressing Psychosocial Client Factors In People With Cancer: An Occupational Therapy Guidebook, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Addressing Psychosocial Client Factors In People With Cancer: An Occupational Therapy Guidebook, Hannah Marlette
Student Capstone Papers
People with cancer experience a variety of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial impacts that affect their quality of life, occupational performance, and occupational engagement. Occupational therapy (OT) practitioners are well-equipped to address these impacts, however, OT is an underused service in the cancer population, resulting in a limited amount of literature addressing OT interventions in cancer care. OT interventions in the literature are focused on addressing an individual’s physical client factors. The focus on physical client factors is causing people with cancer to report that their psychosocial client factors are not being addressed. The literature demonstrates that OT practitioners do not …
The Influence Of Personality Type On Patient Outcome Measures And Therapeutic Alliance In Patients With Low Back Pain, 2023 University of Central Florida
The Influence Of Personality Type On Patient Outcome Measures And Therapeutic Alliance In Patients With Low Back Pain, William J. Hanney, Fahim Dhalla, Chase Kelly, Alicia Tomberlin, Morey J. Kolber, Abigail T. Wilson, Paul A. Salamh
HPD Articles
Background: Low back pain (LBP) has been shown to have various biological, psychological, and social factors that affect prognosis. However, it is unclear how personality may influence self-reported outcome measures and therapeutic alliance (TA). Methods: Eysenck’s personality inventory was used to assess personality, while the numeric pain rating scale (NPRS), Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK), Global Rating of Change (GROC), and the Working Alliance Inventory (WAI) measured patient progress and relationship strength. All outcome measures were formulated in a single survey that both the therapist and patient completed electronically. Results: Sixty-seven patients with LBP and twenty-two …
Incorporating An Occupational Therapy Perspective In A Pediatric Early Developmental Clinic, 2023 Nova Southeastern University
Incorporating An Occupational Therapy Perspective In A Pediatric Early Developmental Clinic, Olivia Mahoney
Department of Occupational Therapy Entry-Level Capstone Projects
No abstract provided.
Education And Training For Clients And Caregivers Related To Assistive Technology, 2023 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Education And Training For Clients And Caregivers Related To Assistive Technology, Tristin Jones, Lisa Griggs-Stapleton, Lee Ann Hoffman
Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
Education and training are extremely important element when prescribing assistive technology of any kind. Often, clients and caregivers return home with unanswered questions related to said devices. For the client to return home and be successful appropriate and adequate education and training is required for both the client and caregiver. The goal of this project was to ensure that clients returning home experienced increased independence and decreased assistive technology abandonment. This poster presentation outlines the benefits of increased education and training prior to discharge throughout an occupational therapy capstone program.
Clinical Research Capstone At The National Institutes Of Health Clinical Center, 2023 Nova Southeastern University
Clinical Research Capstone At The National Institutes Of Health Clinical Center, Deborah J. Kofsky
Department of Occupational Therapy Entry-Level Capstone Projects
No abstract provided.
Fall Prevention & Vision Therapy Program For Inpatient Rehab, 2023 Nova Southeastern University
Fall Prevention & Vision Therapy Program For Inpatient Rehab, James P. Ryan
Department of Occupational Therapy Entry-Level Capstone Projects
Falls and vision impairments are common areas of concern for many adult and geriatric individuals currently residing in inpatient rehabilitation facilities. While most facilities have a fall prevention program in place, many are inadequate at determining a patients true fall risk and reducing the number of falls sustained by these populations. Through the creation and consistent implementation of an evidence-based fall prevention and vision therapy program via screenings, assessments and patient specific interventions the number of falls sustained by these populations within an inpatient rehab facility was reduced over a three month period compared the three months prior to the …
Accommodated Gymnastics Program For Atypically Developing Children, 2023 Nova Southeastern University
Accommodated Gymnastics Program For Atypically Developing Children, Ashtin Callahan
Department of Occupational Therapy Entry-Level Capstone Projects
No abstract provided.
Lymphedema Management For Those Living With Spinal Cord Disorders To Address Caregiver Burden, 2023 Nova Southeastern University
Lymphedema Management For Those Living With Spinal Cord Disorders To Address Caregiver Burden, Nia L. Bolen-Daniels
Department of Occupational Therapy Entry-Level Capstone Projects
The following capstone project focused on the creation of a booklet that identified the needs determined by caregivers and providers. The booklet includes beneficial resources to aid in reducing caregiver burden for those with spinal cord injuries (SCI) with lymphedema needs with a concentration of the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) population. This capstone project’s primary goal was to understand the caregiver’s perspective and their needs to assist with any gaps identified to further aid them and their providers.
Early Mobilization In Critical Care: A Benchmark Study, 2023 University of Texas at Tyler
Early Mobilization In Critical Care: A Benchmark Study, Monica Paige Voelkel
MSN Capstone Projects
Critically ill patients often have complex injuries to multiple organ systems creating barriers to mobilization and a decrease in functional status (Bergbower et al., 2020). Early mobilization (EM) in hospitalized patients has shown to improve patient outcomes and decrease length of stay (LOS) (Bergbower et al., 2020). The link between EM and LOS is one that warrants further investigation with the PICOT question: In critically ill patients (P), how does early mobilization (I), compared to standard mobility (C) improve patient outcomes (O) over a three-month period (T)? The purpose of this paper is to discuss the rationale for the benchmark …