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Oncolog, Volume 32, Number 04, October-December 1987, Cheryl Mokrzecky

OncoLog MD Anderson's Report to Physicians (All issues) Archives

• Patients with Highly Invasive Cutaneous Melanoma Need Selective, Focused Evaluations Before Surgery\
• Diagnostic Radiologists Use Expandable Metallic Stents for Symptom Relief in Selected Patients
• Nutritional and Psychological Aspects of Feeding Children Who Have Cancer
• Adjuvant Chemotherapy Improves Survival of Patients with Stage II and III Breast Cancer

Oncolog, Volume 32, Number 01, January-March 1987, Lovell A. Jones Phd

OncoLog MD Anderson's Report to Physicians (All issues) Archives

• Anderson Physicians Staff AIDS Hospital to Advance Treatment and Halt Disease Spread
• Counseling Patients with AIDS and ARC Begins with Unconditional Acceptance
• The Realities of Cancer in Minority Communities

Bodybuilders' Knowledge And Perceptions Of The Use Of Anabolic Steroids, James P. Combs

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This study addressed the following questions:
1. What knowledge do bodybuilders have regarding the positive and negative effects of anabolic steroids?
2. What is the perception of bodybuilders regarding the positive and negative effects of anabolic steroids?

J Am Coll Dent 1987 54 1

Journal of the American College of Dentists

The Journal of the American College of Dentists (JACD) publishes scholarly articles, editorials, essays, and reflections addressing the ethical, professional, and social dimensions of dentistry. The Journal serves as a forum for advancing ethics, professionalism, leadership, and excellence within the dental community. By fostering dialogue across disciplines and perspectives, JACD provides readers with insights that encourage ethical, professional practice, lifelong learning, and service to the public, reinforcing dentistry’s commitment to advancing oral healthcare and the common good.

State Bd. For Nursing; Series Ii; File 104, Juanita Hunter

Juanita Hunter, RN & NYSNA Papers [1973-1990]

No abstract provided.

Production From Heifers And First Calvers, G J. Sawyer

Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4

Heifers and first calvers present the major problems of the beef breeding herd. Reproduction rates, calf growth and survival of first calvers are generally much poorer than those of adult breeders.

Early successful reproductive performance is important in beef herds because of the high overhead cost of keeping breeding beef heifers or cows, Where possible, beef producers should aim to join heifers at 14 to 15 months of age. To achieve this goal, producers should set production targets for those animals. These targets will differ from farm to farm depending on when calves are turned off and the seasonal feed …

Drug Therapy In The Elderly Individual Problems And Special Considerations, Joyce Jaeger Oberle

Theses

The purpose of this culminating project is to address the tremendous scope of drug therapy in the elderly . More specifically, this incorporates a review and discussion of t he problems and special considerations relative to this area of health care,

Within recent years, two significant characteristics of our society have emerged . The first is that we are an aging society. This is readily demonstrated by demographic statistics which reveal a growth rate of from three million in 1900 to twenty-eight million at present in those sixty- five years and over. The second characteristic is that we are a …

Symptomatology Of Bulimia: Five Case Studies, Michael J. Sharamitaro

Theses

This study consisted of (a) a review of the research literature on bulimia, (b) five case studies of bulimic individuals, and (c) an analysis and comparison of the symptomatologic themes reported in the literature on bulimia and the salient characteristics of the bulimic individuals examined through the case studies. In the review of the research literature, attention was focused on the sociocultural, biological, and psychological factors that may contribute to the etiology of bulimia . The review also identified several symptoms or themes that are associated with bulimia. These were alienation from feelings, powerlessness, need for approval, control, avoidance of …

Genetic And Environmental Factors In Obesity: Case Studies, Bonnie Kathleen Hargis

Theses

This research project consisted of seven case studies of obese women who sought treatment for their weight problems at a hospital weight loss clinic and fitness center. The purpose of these studies was to consider the extent to which heredity and /or environmental factors contributed to these subjects being overweight. The case studies suggested that six of the subjects' overweight. problems were mainly caused by environmental factors. It was determined that one subject was overweight largely due to genetic predisposition, but that environmental factors also played a role. The two primary environmental factors appeared to be eating large portions of …

Complications And Referrals Of Patients With Protein-Calorie Malnutrition., Doris C. Ford

All ETDs from UAB

No abstract provided.

The Effect Of A Balanced Amino Acid Infusion On Hepatic Regeneration In Rats, Robert Arthur Anstadt

University of the Pacific Theses and Dissertations

The efficacy of a balanced amino acid infusion on recovery from temporary hepatic insufficiency and its effect on plasma ammonia levels in partially hepatectomized rats were studied.

Polyethylene implant buttons were developed to secure animals to the infusion apparatus. Rats under went jugular vein cannulation, and 70% partial hepatectomy. Test solutions were continuously infused (30 ml/d). Plasma samples were taken through the jugular vein cannula and analyzed for bilirubin concentration, ammonia concentration, LDH activity, and GPT activity.

LDH and bilirubin results were inconclusive. Results from GPT activity assays suggest that both Freamine III and the balanced formula provided injured hepatocytes …

A Descriptive Survey Of Health Maintenance Practices In A University Hospital Ambulatory Care Center, John Ginnetti Jr.

Public Health Theses

No abstract provided.

Needs And Stimuli Influencing Needs Of Adult Cancer Patients., Cheryl A. Bean

All ETDs from UAB

No abstract provided.

Medicinal Herbs Of Central Illinois, James E. Hefley

Masters Theses

A survey of the medicinal plants of central Illinois was conducted from fall of 1985 to the summer of 1987. This study concentrated on those herbaceous plants which have a scientific basis for their medicinal value. The study range included the following counties: Coles, Moultrie, Shelby, Fayette, Christian, and Montgomery.

In this paper, 58 species were considered, representing 33 families. A description of external morphology is included for each specimen, as well as folknames and habitat preferences. In addition, the medicinal qualities and active constituents are included for each specimen, as well as comments about their scientific and folknames.

In …

Introduction (English, French, German, And Spanish), Stephen L. Wood, Donald E. Bright Jr.

Great Basin Naturalist Memoirs

No abstract provided.

I–L, Stephen L. Wood, Donald E. Bright Jr.

Great Basin Naturalist Memoirs

No abstract provided.

Jefferson Alumni Bulletin – Volume Xxxvi, Number 2, Winter 1987

The Bulletin (formerly the Jefferson Medical College Alumni Bulletin)

Jefferson Alumni Bulletin – Volume XXXVI, Number 2, Winter 1987

Radiation therapy, Page 2

Medical ethics, Page 6

Jefferson scene, Page 18

Design And Evaluation Of Theophylline Monitoring For Home Health Care Patients, May Naim Mikhail

University of the Pacific Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to design, evaluate, and determine the cost benefit of a pharmacokinetic service for home-based patients. Four randomly selected patient populations were used in evaluating the service for six months. The experimental group consisted of 17 patients who were under the care of family practice physicians in private practice and who received pharmacokinetic consultation and monitoring by a pharmacist as a home health care service. The retrospective control consisted of the same 17 patients of the experimental group whose past medical history for a period of six months was used. The concurrent control consisted of …

Self-Care Agency And Adult Health Promotion., Jean Wilson Braun

All ETDs from UAB

No abstract provided.

Interrelationship Of Information, Anxiety, Network And Milk Production During Early Breastfeeding And Effect On Continuation., Ellen Banks Buckner

All ETDs from UAB

No abstract provided.

Obstetric Complications, Body Image And Perceptions Of The Intrapartal Experience Of Obese And Non-Obese Postpartum Women., Karen Helen Morin

All ETDs from UAB

No abstract provided.

J Am Coll Dent 1987 54 4

Journal of the American College of Dentists

The Journal of the American College of Dentists (JACD) publishes scholarly articles, editorials, essays, and reflections addressing the ethical, professional, and social dimensions of dentistry. The Journal serves as a forum for advancing ethics, professionalism, leadership, and excellence within the dental community. By fostering dialogue across disciplines and perspectives, JACD provides readers with insights that encourage ethical, professional practice, lifelong learning, and service to the public, reinforcing dentistry’s commitment to advancing oral healthcare and the common good.

Ultrastructural Study Of The Purkinje Cells Of Hamster Cerebellar Cortex After Chronic Alcohol Administration, Mohamed Hisham Atwa Mostafa

Master's Theses

No abstract provided.

The Effect Of A Cardiovascular Risk Factor Education Program On Health Behaviors Of Selected School Age Children, Terry M. Tuck, Sharon K. Williams

Theses and Dissertations

This study, using a quasi-experimental design, was conducted to explore the effect of a cardiovascular risk factor education program on the health behaviors of a group of fifth grade children. The following hypothesis was tested:

There will be a statistically significant improvement in self-reported health behaviors of school age children who receive a cardiovascular risk factor education program as compared to the self-reported health behaviors of those school age children who do not receive a cardiovascular risk factor education program.

One hundred and nineteen subjects, 63 in the experimental group and 56 in the control group, were tested using the …

Nosocomial Respiratory Tract Infections Associated With The Use Of Ventilatory Support Systems: Epidemiological And Bacteriological Study Of The Effect Of Changing Breathing Circuits At 24 Or 48 Hours, Virginia Archer Lamb

Theses and Dissertations

Nosocomial (hospital-acquired) pneumonia (HAP) continues to be an important cause of morbidity and mortality in the hospital. HAP is the third most common nosocomial infection after urinary tract and surgical wound infections. In addition, HAP is the nosocomial infection with the highest mortality rate. These infections are often difficult to treat, because most are caused by Gram-negative bacilli (GNB) that may be highly resistant to antimicrobial agents. HAPs frequently occur in intensive care patients with underlying lung and/or systemic diseases. Many patients are intubated and are on assisted ventilation. Several sources of infection associated with ventilators or respirators have been …

Oral Health Status, Perceived And Evaluated Treatment Needs, And Utilization Of Dental Services By Well Elderly Attending Polk County Senior Centers, Sandra Kaye Leggett

Dissertations and Theses @ UNI

The purpose of this study was to identify the following characteristics of well elderly attending Polk County, Iowa senior centers: (a) oral health status, (b) perceived and evaluated treatment needs, and (c) utilization of dental services. An oral health screening of 176 senior center participants age 60 and older was used to assess each of the variables. Data suggested there was an increased rate of oral mucosal lesions and edentulousness (without teeth) for this population when compared to Iowans of similar age and oral health status. There was a perceived dental need by 60% of the population, and an evaluated …

Examining The Implementation Of Patient Education In Phases I And Ii Of Cardiac Rehabilitation, Ann Marie Bjorndahl

Dissertations and Theses @ UNI

The purpose of this study was to examine the implementation of patient education in phases I and II of cardiac rehabilitation so that an overview of its current status in cardiac rehabilitation programs could be determined. One hundred four phase I and II cardiac rehabilitation program directors from the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin were selected for participation in the study. A questionnaire containing items addressing both general program information and the specifics of the patient education programs was sent to the program directors. Seventy-five of the questionnaires were returned, seventy-one of which were viable for data …

The Comparison Of Body Fat Percentages Of Young Adult Females As Determined By Anthropometry, Bioelectric Impedance, And Hydrostatic Weighing, Jill Kathryn Fjelstul

Dissertations and Theses @ UNI

The purpose of this study was to determine the validity of the bioelectrlcal Impedance method of predicting the percentage of body fat of young adult females. The percentage of body fat predicted from the bioelectrlcal Impedance method was compared with the percentage of body fat predicted from the hydrostatic weighing technique, the criterion variable. A secondary purpose of this study was to compare the percentage of body fat predicted from the bioelectrlcal Impedance method with the percentage of body fat predicted from anthropometry. It was hypothesized that the mean values of the bioelectrlcal Impedance percentage of body fat would be …

A Comparison Of Myofascial Release And Ultrasound In The Treatment Of Musculoskeletal Pain, Dianna Lynn Bishop

Community & Environmental Health Theses & Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of myofascial release (MFR) compared to ultrasound (US) in treating musculoskeletal pain. Data in the form of number of trigger points, active range-of-motion of the affected joint, pain scale measurement, and a Treatment Response Questionnaire score, were collected.

The Mann-Whitney U value supported that the MFR group outranked the US group 47 percent when ranking the percent change in trigger point number from pre to post treatment.

The Mann-Whitney U value supported that the MFR group outranked the US group in pain scale measurement. Kruskal-Wallis H value supported that MFR …

Biochemical And Histological Evaluation Of Normal Human Epidermis Vs Cultured Human Epidermis, Ngo Thi Bich Lien

Biological Sciences Theses & Dissertations

Cultured human keratinocytes were grown in vitro for transplantation purposes in case of severe burns. Single keratinocytes were harvested from human epidermis and grown in culture flasks such that multilayered sheets of keratinocyte cells were harvestable in approximately three weeks. In order to evaluate cultured epidermis for equivalency with normal human epidermis, biochemical and histological studies were performed. Thin sections of cultured epidermis were shown to be composed of cells that had undergone developmental differentiation, but not terminal differentiation. Biochemical analyses of keratin and prekeratin proteins isolated from cultured epidermis indicated that cultured keratinocytes have electrophoretic patterns similar to keratins/prekeratins …