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Safety And Effectiveness Of Behavioural Activation For Chronic Pain: A Protocol For A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis Of Randomised Controlled Trials, Fangyuan Zheng, Laura Hynes, Richard J. Gray, Irene Ngune, Jacqueline Sin, Martin Jones
Safety And Effectiveness Of Behavioural Activation For Chronic Pain: A Protocol For A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis Of Randomised Controlled Trials, Fangyuan Zheng, Laura Hynes, Richard J. Gray, Irene Ngune, Jacqueline Sin, Martin Jones
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Background/Objectives: Chronic pain is a prevalent and complex condition associated with substantial physical, psychological, and social burden. Behavioural activation (BA), a structured psychological intervention originally developed for depression, may be relevant to chronic pain through its focus on reducing behavioural avoidance and increasing engagement in meaningful activities. Although BA has been applied in studies involving people with chronic pain, the safety and effectiveness of BA in this population have not been comprehensively synthesised. This systematic review and meta-analysis will examine the safety and effectiveness of BA for people with chronic pain.
The Future Midwife: A Prisma Scoping Review Of Education, Transition, And Work Readiness Among Midwifery Students, Danielle Gleeson, Tracey Tulleners, Jessica Elliott, Dianne Stratton-Maher, Liz Ryan, Jillian Mcculloch, Geraldine Roderick, Thenuja Jayasinghe, Joanne Buckley, Jamie May Newman, Helen Nutter, Jo Southern, Lisa Beccaria, Georgina Sheridan, Tess Trinder, Haiying Wang, Tao Wang, Sita Sharma, Linda Ng, Jing Yu Tan, Daniel Terry
The Future Midwife: A Prisma Scoping Review Of Education, Transition, And Work Readiness Among Midwifery Students, Danielle Gleeson, Tracey Tulleners, Jessica Elliott, Dianne Stratton-Maher, Liz Ryan, Jillian Mcculloch, Geraldine Roderick, Thenuja Jayasinghe, Joanne Buckley, Jamie May Newman, Helen Nutter, Jo Southern, Lisa Beccaria, Georgina Sheridan, Tess Trinder, Haiying Wang, Tao Wang, Sita Sharma, Linda Ng, Jing Yu Tan, Daniel Terry
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Background: Preparing midwifery graduates to be confident, competent, and resilient is essential for workforce sustainability, yet students report a disconnect between academic preparation and clinical realities. Increasing care complexity, workforce shortages, and variable clinical learning environments globally highlight the need to examine how educational strategies support effective transition to practice. Objective: To map and synthesise the evidence regarding educational approaches, learning experiences, and transition-to-practice factors that influence preparedness for professional practice among midwifery students, and to identify gaps in the existing literature to inform a coherent and future-ready educational framework.
Methods: A PRISMA-ScR-guided scoping review was conducted across seven databases. …
The Reliability And Validity Of Manual Palpation To Assess Lower Limb Arterial Occlusion Pressure In Older Adults, For Application In Blood Flow Restriction Exercise, Michael Beere, Isaac Selva Raj, Jeremiah J. Peiffer, Keith D. Hill, Peter K. Edwards, Belinda Brown, Brendan R. Scott
The Reliability And Validity Of Manual Palpation To Assess Lower Limb Arterial Occlusion Pressure In Older Adults, For Application In Blood Flow Restriction Exercise, Michael Beere, Isaac Selva Raj, Jeremiah J. Peiffer, Keith D. Hill, Peter K. Edwards, Belinda Brown, Brendan R. Scott
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
(A) Investigate test-retest reliability of posterior tibial pulse palpation to determine arterial occlusion pressure (AOP) and examine validity against hand-held Doppler ultrasound. (B) Investigate the suitability of using 130% systolic brachial blood pressure for prescribing cuff inflation pressure for blood flow restriction (BFR) exercise. Repeated measures, crossover design. Lower limb AOP was assessed in 20 adults ≥ 60 years using hand-held Doppler ultrasound and posterior tibial pulse palpation. Brachial systolic blood pressure (bSBP) was measured to predict cuff inflation pressures (bSBP130%). On three occasions > 24 hours apart, three AOP measurements were recorded by the same blinded rater to determine intra-rater …
Unilateral Numbers Need Context: Reference Values For Single-Leg Cmj Performance Relative To Bilateral Cmj Capacity, Karol Kruczek, Tim Gabbett, Jason Lake, Michał Nowak
Unilateral Numbers Need Context: Reference Values For Single-Leg Cmj Performance Relative To Bilateral Cmj Capacity, Karol Kruczek, Tim Gabbett, Jason Lake, Michał Nowak
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
The single-leg countermovement jump (SL CMJ) is widely used to assess limb-specific neuromuscular function, with interpretation commonly centred on inter-limb asymmetry. However, contextualising unilateral performance relative to bilateral capacity remains less clearly defined. This retrospective cross-sectional study aimed to develop exploratory descriptive benchmarks for SL CMJ kinetic, kinematic, and temporal variables expressed as a percentage of bilateral CMJ performance in a heterogeneous athletic cohort. A total of 348 athletes completed bilateral and unilateral CMJs using dual force plate sampling at 1000 Hz. The best trials were selected using the modified reactive strength index (mRSI), and averaged unilateral variables were expressed …
Finding And Using Validated Surveys In Health Science Research, Tracy Ashby
Finding And Using Validated Surveys In Health Science Research, Tracy Ashby
Library Class: Lunch & Learn
Join us as we introduce techniques for identifying and using validated surveys in health sciences research. Learn strategies for finding reliable, evidence-based measurement tools in the databases and gain tips on how to evaluate their quality and relevance.
The Impact Of Enhanced Pediatric Asthma Simulation Prebriefing On Perceived Psychological Safety In Associate Degree Nursing Students, Amy G. Burtram
The Impact Of Enhanced Pediatric Asthma Simulation Prebriefing On Perceived Psychological Safety In Associate Degree Nursing Students, Amy G. Burtram
Theses
Background: Simulation is a core teaching strategy in nursing education, yet student anxiety may negatively impact learning outcomes. Psychological safety has been identified as a critical factor in effective simulation-based student learning.
Purpose: The purpose of this project was to examine whether an enhanced simulation prebrief improved perceived psychological safety among second-semester associate degree nursing students during a high-fidelity pediatric asthma scenario at a rural community college in Alabama.
Methods: A quasi-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design evaluated changes in psychological safety following a structured, evidence-based prebrief grounded in the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) Healthcare Simulation Standards …
Codesign And Implementation Of A Tai Chi Intervention For Managing The Fatigue, Sleep Disturbance And Depression Symptom Cluster In Breast Cancer Survivors In Regional Australia: A Feasibility Study Protocol, Suellen Skinner, Wai Hang Kwok, Jing Yu Benjamin Tan, Tao Wang, Daniel Bressington, Liqun Yao, Brona Nic Giolla Easpaig
Codesign And Implementation Of A Tai Chi Intervention For Managing The Fatigue, Sleep Disturbance And Depression Symptom Cluster In Breast Cancer Survivors In Regional Australia: A Feasibility Study Protocol, Suellen Skinner, Wai Hang Kwok, Jing Yu Benjamin Tan, Tao Wang, Daniel Bressington, Liqun Yao, Brona Nic Giolla Easpaig
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Introduction: Breast cancer survivors (BCS) often experience side effects such as the fatigue, sleep disturbance and depression symptom cluster (FSDSC). Previous studies have demonstrated the potential efficacy of Tai Chi (TC) for improving FSDSC in BCS in a hospital setting in China. This study will explore the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effects of the Easy 8 Form TC protocol as an adjuvant therapy in BC survivorship care, adapted to a regional Australian community setting.
Methods and analysis: The purpose of the present study is to provide a codesigned TC protocol. This multimethod study comprises a codesign study, followed by a …
Ethics Under Siege: The Conflict In Tigray Through The Lens Of Just War Theory, Daniela Widya Purba
Ethics Under Siege: The Conflict In Tigray Through The Lens Of Just War Theory, Daniela Widya Purba
Journal of Strategic and Global Studies
This research article explains the ethical principles of the conflict in Tigray based on the Just War Theory. By using the descriptive qualitative methodology, this research article draws data from secondary sources which includes; academic journals, news reports, as well as international legal instruments to analyze the moral trajectory of the conflict. This research begins with jus ad bellum, to assess Ethiopia’s government justification in declaring conflict within Tigray. While the government fulfilled the criteria of just cause and legitimate authority, the question stands on the ambiguous political intentions and the failure to enact peaceful alternatives before resulting in waging …
Exploring Perceptions Of Self-Efficacy Among Newly Graduated Nurses In The Labor And Delivery Unit After The Use Of Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice For Obstetric Emergencies, Amber L. Hulsey
Dissertations
Background: The average turnover rate among newly graduated nurses (NGNs) in the United States is 25-30% within their first year, with increased rates in high-stress units like obstetrics and critical care. Many risk factors contribute to the high turnover rate of NGNs, but one modifiable factor is feelings of self-efficacy. Studies have shown that simulation training can increase self-efficacy in obstetric emergencies. This study was conducted to explore feelings of self-efficacy among NGNs working in the labor and delivery unit after a rapid cycle deliberate practice (RCDP) simulation of an OB emergency.
Methods: The study used a descriptive …
The Use Of A Sepsis Escape Room Simulation To Enhance Undergraduate Nursing Student's Clinical Judgment, Alaina Peterson
The Use Of A Sepsis Escape Room Simulation To Enhance Undergraduate Nursing Student's Clinical Judgment, Alaina Peterson
Dissertations
Background: Less than 10% of new graduate registered nurses meet practice-ready expectations for clinical judgment competencies, and 52% of critical care nurses are unable to adequately define sepsis. Traditional clinical rotations offer inconsistent exposure to high-acuity, low-frequency events such as sepsis, leaving new graduates unprepared for independent practice. Escape room simulations use the proven effectiveness of high-fidelity simulations with gamification to develop clinical judgment through active learning, teamwork and problem-solving.
Objective: The purpose of this project was to determine the effectiveness of a sepsis escape room simulation to improve perceived clinical judgment skills of undergraduate nursing students. The intervention was …
The Legacy, Importance, & Impact Of Lend: Evidence And Personal Stories, Emily Zalimeni, Emma Stone, Alexa Fortier, Leia Getchell, Nataliya Kloyzner, Asha Abdullahi, Elizabeth Barkoudah, Meghan Chapman, Meredith Close, Heather Engholm, Melissa Levin, Aanchal Sharma, Sarah Sparks, Patricia Rissmiller, Amy Szarkowski, Jason M. Fogler
The Legacy, Importance, & Impact Of Lend: Evidence And Personal Stories, Emily Zalimeni, Emma Stone, Alexa Fortier, Leia Getchell, Nataliya Kloyzner, Asha Abdullahi, Elizabeth Barkoudah, Meghan Chapman, Meredith Close, Heather Engholm, Melissa Levin, Aanchal Sharma, Sarah Sparks, Patricia Rissmiller, Amy Szarkowski, Jason M. Fogler
Developmental Disabilities Network Journal
Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities (LEND) programs offer an interdisciplinary/interprofessional training opportunity for medical and allied health professionals, and individuals impacted by disability, including family members and self-advocates. Toward the aim of advocating for the enduring need of LEND and similar training programs, this article centers the voices of a subset of our alumni who have advanced the rights and improved the lives of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These stories are intended to illustrate the key lessons and principles of LEND training, including attending to disability issues in education, growing skills within and between individuals working …
The Impact Of Age, Health, And Education On Public Attitudes Towards Covid-19 Vaccines In Ireland, Kate Buckley, Aisling Burke, Chloe Holland, Clodagh O'Flynn
The Impact Of Age, Health, And Education On Public Attitudes Towards Covid-19 Vaccines In Ireland, Kate Buckley, Aisling Burke, Chloe Holland, Clodagh O'Flynn
International Undergraduate Journal of Health Sciences
Abstract:
Introduction: Studies have revealed that age, health status and 3rd level education influence public attitudes towards the COVID-19 vaccination during the pandemic. The aim of this study was to investigate the factors that influence the public’s attitudes towards the COVID-19 vaccine two years post-pandemic.
Methods: Ethical approval was obtained for the study. A total of 241 participants who provided informed consent were surveyed anonymously using closed-ended, open-ended and Likert Scale questions. Associations between specific demographics and vaccination attitudes were established using SPSS software.
Results: A higher percentage of 25–34-year-olds and 35–44-year-olds regretted receiving COVID-19 vaccines (46.6% and 37.5% …
An Investigation Into The Attitudes Of People Living In Ireland Towards The Legalisation Of Euthanasia, Aoife Crowley, Katie Dwyer, Caoimhe Kelleher
An Investigation Into The Attitudes Of People Living In Ireland Towards The Legalisation Of Euthanasia, Aoife Crowley, Katie Dwyer, Caoimhe Kelleher
International Undergraduate Journal of Health Sciences
Euthanasia or assisted dying is currently illegal in Ireland. This research project aimed to investigate the attitudes of people living in Ireland towards the potential legalisation of euthanasia through analysis of results from a survey created on Google forms. This survey was distributed to 294 people, aged 18-75 years old, focusing on factors that could possibly influence an individual’s opinion towards the legalisation of euthanasia such as religious beliefs, age, gender and area of study/work. Upon analysis of the responses, participants who did not have strong religious beliefs were more likely to support the legalisation of euthanasia than those who …
The Effects Of Jasmine And Champaca Aromatherapy Combined With Acupressure On Sleep Quality In Older Adults With Non-Communicable Diseases: A Quasi-Experimental Study In Rural Northern Thailand, Sriwan Chutithamniti, Katekaew Seangpraw, Prapaporn Tulwattanakul, Manuchet Manotham, Parichat Ong-Artborirak, Nestor Asiamah, Wannita Sakulwattana, Surangkana Chairinkam, Phatcharee Pimalram, Wichida Larsomsri
The Effects Of Jasmine And Champaca Aromatherapy Combined With Acupressure On Sleep Quality In Older Adults With Non-Communicable Diseases: A Quasi-Experimental Study In Rural Northern Thailand, Sriwan Chutithamniti, Katekaew Seangpraw, Prapaporn Tulwattanakul, Manuchet Manotham, Parichat Ong-Artborirak, Nestor Asiamah, Wannita Sakulwattana, Surangkana Chairinkam, Phatcharee Pimalram, Wichida Larsomsri
Journal of Health Research
Background: Poor sleep is common among older adults and negatively affects physical and mental health. This study evaluated the effects of jasmine and champaca essential oil aromatherapy combined with acupressure on sleep quality and cardiovascular parameters among older adults.
Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted in rural Phayao, Thailand. Older adults aged ≥60 years with non-communicable diseases and poor sleep quality (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index [PSQI] > 5) were assigned to either an intervention group (n = 54), receiving aromatherapy and acupressure for 6 weeks, or a control group (n = 54), receiving usual care. Sleep quality, blood pressure (BP), and …
Supportive And Palliative Care: Addressing The Unspoken Burden Of Cancer On Significant Others, Esmeraldo C. De Las Armas Iv
Supportive And Palliative Care: Addressing The Unspoken Burden Of Cancer On Significant Others, Esmeraldo C. De Las Armas Iv
Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia
A diagnosis such as cancer can cast a long-lasting gloom that affects not only the patient but also their loved ones. This concept analysis represents an effort to understand and explore the nuanced world of supportive and palliative care for significant others of cancer patients, a population that has often been overlooked. Rodgers’ evolutionary model of concept analysis was utilized to examine the concept of supportive and palliative care for significant others of cancer patients. Positive outcomes for both significant others and patients included improved coping mechanisms, reduced caregiver burden, enhanced communication, and better quality of life. However, several challenges …
Effects Of Montessori-Based Stimulation On Fine And Gross Motor Development Among Children With Stunting: A Quasi-Experimental Study, Indah Rahmadaniah, Tukimin Bin Sansuwito, Rini Anggeriani, Rinda Lamdayani, Ade Marlisa Rahmadayanti, Aris Citra Wisuda
Effects Of Montessori-Based Stimulation On Fine And Gross Motor Development Among Children With Stunting: A Quasi-Experimental Study, Indah Rahmadaniah, Tukimin Bin Sansuwito, Rini Anggeriani, Rinda Lamdayani, Ade Marlisa Rahmadayanti, Aris Citra Wisuda
Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia
Stunting affects not only physical growth but also several aspects of child development, including gross and fine motor skills. Early stimulation interventions, such as Montessori-based activities, have been proposed to enhance developmental outcomes through structured sensorimotor experiences. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of Montessori-based stimulation on motor development among children with stunting and to compare its outcomes with those of conventional stimulation. A quasi-experimental study with intervention and control groups was conducted among 120 children with stunting aged 36–59 months. Participants were allocated to either a Montessori group (n = 60) or a conventional stimulation group (n = …
Evaluating Mobile Palliative End-Of-Life Advanced Care Enhancement (Mpeace) Usability And Technology Acceptance: Mixed-Methods Design, Ni Luh Putu Inca Buntari Agustini, I Gede Putu Darma Suyasa, Israfil Israfil
Evaluating Mobile Palliative End-Of-Life Advanced Care Enhancement (Mpeace) Usability And Technology Acceptance: Mixed-Methods Design, Ni Luh Putu Inca Buntari Agustini, I Gede Putu Darma Suyasa, Israfil Israfil
Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia
Palliative End-of-Life Care (PEoLC) is a process requiring timely assessment, effective communication, and personcentered decision-making to support patients and families. Although the process can be strengthened through digital health innovations such as Mobile Palliative End-of-Life Advanced Care Enhancement (M-PEACE), its use in PEoLC remains limited. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate M-PEACE usability and technology acceptance through an explanatory sequential mixed-methods design and explore user experiences in describing quantitative results. The quantitative phase was conducted to assess usability through an adapted System Usability Scale (SUS), and technology acceptance was measured using a modified Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) questionnaire. A total …
Knowledge, Attitudes, And Practices By Women In Cartagena Regarding Breast Self-Examination, Rafael Arnedo Martínez, Keidis Ruidiaz Gómez
Knowledge, Attitudes, And Practices By Women In Cartagena Regarding Breast Self-Examination, Rafael Arnedo Martínez, Keidis Ruidiaz Gómez
Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia
Breast self-examination (BSE), especially when adopted by vulnerable populations, serves as a vital mechanism for the timely detection of breast abnormalities indicative of cancer. As a result, this decreases the public health burden associated with treatment at advanced stages. Therefore, assessing knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding this simple early detection method is a priority. This study examines the relationship between KAP concerning BSE among women in Cartagena, Colombia. A cross-sectional correlational study was conducted with 322 women attending a healthcare facility. Data were gathered using two tools: a sociodemographic profile and a KAP questionnaire. Results showed that most participants …
Staff Education To Improve Geriatric Mental Health Screening And Pharmacotherapy, Andy Wu
Staff Education To Improve Geriatric Mental Health Screening And Pharmacotherapy, Andy Wu
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) quality improvement project addressed the lack of standardized workflows and clinical confidence regarding geriatric mental health screening and safe antidepressant initiation at a rural primary care clinic. Utilizing the FOCUS-PDSA framework, a 15-minute staff education module and a clinical pocket guide were implemented to train Medical Assistants (MAs) on integrating PHQ-9 and GAD-7 screenings during triage, and to equip providers with EHR SmartPhrases and 2023 AGS Beers Criteria prescribing guidelines. A pre- and post-intervention 5-point Likert scale survey evaluated the knowledge and clinical confidence of the clinic staff (n = 12). Results demonstrated a …
Development Of A Culturally Tailored Care Model For Chronic Disease Management In The Coastal Community: A Modified Delphi Study, Laode Saltar, Heltty Heltty, Sitti Mikarna Kaimuddin
Development Of A Culturally Tailored Care Model For Chronic Disease Management In The Coastal Community: A Modified Delphi Study, Laode Saltar, Heltty Heltty, Sitti Mikarna Kaimuddin
Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia
Chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), particularly hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus, are increasing in Indonesia’s coastal communities including the Bajo population in Southeast Sulawesi. Limited healthcare access, cultural barriers, and low preventive health engagement exacerbate the disease burden in these communities. Culturally tailored interventions are needed to enhance self-awareness and improve chronic disease management. This study aimed to develop and validate a culturally sensitive care model for chronic disease management in the Bajo coastal community. A three-round modified Delphi method was used with 26 panelists representing health professionals, community leaders, policymakers, and family members recruited through community health centers and …
Loss Of Pleasure (Anhedonia): A Sex-Dependent, Cross-Species Consequence Of Unpredictable Signals To The Perinatal Brain, Anna M. Zhou, Madison R. Tetzlaff, Laura M. Glynn, Curt A. Sandman, Hal S. Stern, Tallie Z. Baram, Elysia Poggi Davis
Loss Of Pleasure (Anhedonia): A Sex-Dependent, Cross-Species Consequence Of Unpredictable Signals To The Perinatal Brain, Anna M. Zhou, Madison R. Tetzlaff, Laura M. Glynn, Curt A. Sandman, Hal S. Stern, Tallie Z. Baram, Elysia Poggi Davis
Psychology Faculty Articles and Research
Reward seeking is an essential component of human behavior. Anhedonia (reduced motivation for and pleasure in reward) is a core feature of several mental illnesses. Early life adversity associates with later impairments in reward behaviors and related psychopathology; however, specific aspects of early adversity that lead to disrupted reward behaviors are unknown. Capitalizing on evidence that unpredictable signals to the developing brain constitute adversity and influence neurodevelopment, we examined whether exposure to perinatal unpredictable maternal signals associated with diminished reward responsivity, and probed causality using experiments in mice. We analyzed a longitudinal human study (N=158 mother/child dyads) and a …
Early Post-Cesarean Anxiety, Nausea, Vomiting, And Pain Under Spinal Anesthesia: Trajectories And Modifiable Predictors, Indah Susanti, Eza Kemal Firdaus, Septian Mirova Sebayang, Amelia Andini, Alicia Dumes Berg, Margaret Atwood, Rantiningsih Sumarni, Mesya Mesya, Asmat Burhan
Early Post-Cesarean Anxiety, Nausea, Vomiting, And Pain Under Spinal Anesthesia: Trajectories And Modifiable Predictors, Indah Susanti, Eza Kemal Firdaus, Septian Mirova Sebayang, Amelia Andini, Alicia Dumes Berg, Margaret Atwood, Rantiningsih Sumarni, Mesya Mesya, Asmat Burhan
Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia
Recovery after caesarean under spinal anesthesia remains a quality gap, with scarce evidence on modifiable anesthetic practices improving recovery. Data linking the neuraxial technique, nausea, anxiety, and pain remain limited. The objective of this study was to describe postoperative nausea and vomiting, anxiety, and pain at 6, 12, and 24 hours after caesarean section under spinal anesthesia and to examine whether intrathecal adjuvant use, sensory block level, fasting duration, and American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status were associated with these outcomes. Cross-sectional study across five hospitals; 534 women undergoing caesarean under spinal anesthesia. Exposures: intrathecal adjuvant, sensory level (≤ …
Emotional Intelligence, Work Engagement, And Turnover Intention Among Hospital Nurses: A Hierarchical Component Analysis, Catrin Catrin, Christopher Wisnu, Pauline Henriette Pattyranie Tan
Emotional Intelligence, Work Engagement, And Turnover Intention Among Hospital Nurses: A Hierarchical Component Analysis, Catrin Catrin, Christopher Wisnu, Pauline Henriette Pattyranie Tan
Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia
High turnover intention among hospital nurses poses serious challenges to healthcare organizations, affecting service quality and workforce stability. Understanding the psychological and organizational factors associated with turnover intention is essential for developing effective retention strategies. This study aimed to examine the relationships among emotional intelligence, work engagement, and turnover intention among hospital nurses, including health-promoting leadership, workload, and burnout as contextual variables within the model. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 98 nurses working in inpatient units using validated questionnaires. The data were analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) with hierarchical component analysis. Emotional intelligence significantly predicted …
Increasing Postpartum Appointment Attendance Rates, Tanya Lister
Increasing Postpartum Appointment Attendance Rates, Tanya Lister
Doctor of Nursing Practice Scholarly Projects
Background: Postpartum visits provide an opportunity to detect and address potential complications, monitor healing and recovery, and offer guidance and support during the transition into motherhood. Current research shows that appointment reminders increase healthcare appointment attendance rates, whether delivered via text messages or phone calls.
Purpose: The purpose of this academic project was to plan, implement, and evaluate a process change within a single health facility to increase postpartum visit attendance rates.
Methods: This evidence-based scholarly project used telephone calls to remind patients scheduled for postpartum visits of their appointment dates and times. Appointment reminder phone calls were completed the …
Client Usability And Student Perspectives Of A Novel Mobile Health App To Facilitate 3d-Printed Assistive Device Learning And Application, Sara Benham, Sarah Argumedo, Samantha Pifer, Tiras Williams, Jeffrey Bush, Monica Kaniamattam
Client Usability And Student Perspectives Of A Novel Mobile Health App To Facilitate 3d-Printed Assistive Device Learning And Application, Sara Benham, Sarah Argumedo, Samantha Pifer, Tiras Williams, Jeffrey Bush, Monica Kaniamattam
Journal of Innovation in Health Sciences Education
Introduction: Locating, selecting, and printing appropriate 3D-printed assistive devices (AD) to meet specific health needs can be overwhelming. To address these challenges, the 3DAdapt app was developed. This study aimed to explore the app’s usability through an occupational therapy (OT) student project that involved delivering 3D-printed AD to older adults.
Methods: Over three sessions, OT students collaborated with older adults to provide customized 3D-printed AD. The app’s usability was assessed using a mixed-methods approach, including the System Usability Scale (SUS; scores ≥ 70 indicate usability). Focus groups with OT students further explored the usability of occupation-focused interventions with their …
When Robots Join The Care Team: A Pilot Study Of Social Robots In Inpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Nora Mizell, Rebecca Ozelie
When Robots Join The Care Team: A Pilot Study Of Social Robots In Inpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Nora Mizell, Rebecca Ozelie
Student Journal of Occupational Therapy
Background: Children may experience anxiety while hospitalized. This may act as a barrier to participation in occupational therapy (OT) sessions and diminish the benefits of OT. Therefore, occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) must provide interventions that support mental health and engagement during pediatric hospitalization. This study explored the feasibility of using social robots as OT intervention to reduce anxiety and support engagement in therapy in children admitted to an acute inpatient rehabilitation facility (AIR).
Methods: Participants included four children ages 5-10, admitted to an urban AIR facility. Each participant interacted with a social robot during three, 30-minute occupational therapy sessions. A …
Limited Australian Clinical Guidelines For Pain Assessment In Hospitalized Older Adults With Cognitive Impairment: Implications For Safe And Quality Care, Rosemary Saunders, Kaoru Nosaka, Seng Giap Marcus Ang, Natasya Raja Azlan, Aaron Alejandro, Rohini Sharma Bhardwaj, Olivia Gallagher, Irene Ngune, Amineh Rashidi, Yan Hui Celestine Wee, Nilufeur Mckay
Limited Australian Clinical Guidelines For Pain Assessment In Hospitalized Older Adults With Cognitive Impairment: Implications For Safe And Quality Care, Rosemary Saunders, Kaoru Nosaka, Seng Giap Marcus Ang, Natasya Raja Azlan, Aaron Alejandro, Rohini Sharma Bhardwaj, Olivia Gallagher, Irene Ngune, Amineh Rashidi, Yan Hui Celestine Wee, Nilufeur Mckay
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Introduction – Pain assessment remains challenging in healthcare settings in patients who are unable to self-report their pain. More than 50% of individuals with dementia and other forms of cognitive impairment (CI) experience pain daily. However, pain is frequently overlooked and inadequately assessed by healthcare professionals due to their lack of knowledge and guidelines to inform pain assessment. Pain is also a leading cause of hospital presentation and inappropriate pain assessment can impact on pain management and compromise safe and quality care. Evidence-based guidelines that inform appropriate pain assessment and management are therefore essential. This scoping review aimed to explore …
Examining Variations In Non-Conventional Health Care Utilization Among Students At A Hispanic-Serving Institution, Monideepa B. Becerra, Karina E. Corral
Examining Variations In Non-Conventional Health Care Utilization Among Students At A Hispanic-Serving Institution, Monideepa B. Becerra, Karina E. Corral
Journal of Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences
The use of non-conventional health care, such as complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and traditional healing practices, is increasing in the United States. Little is known, however, about its prevalence and influencing factors among college students—especially of varied racial/ethnic background. This study examined these patterns among college students using a cross-sectional survey conducted at a Hispanic-serving institution. Participants reported their use of non-conventional care, and demographic and motivational factors were analyzed using descriptive and bivariate analyses. Of the 641 participants, a majority reported CAM use (96%) and visits to a traditional healer (83%), with higher prevalence among Hispanic and female …
"It's Probably Like A Web": Complex Relationships Between Pain And Mental Health Among Bisexual+ Women With Chronic Pain, Aster Harrison, Mansha Mirza
"It's Probably Like A Web": Complex Relationships Between Pain And Mental Health Among Bisexual+ Women With Chronic Pain, Aster Harrison, Mansha Mirza
Department of Occupational Therapy Faculty Papers
INTRODUCTION: Bisexual+ women experience higher rates of both mental illness and chronic pain when compared to either straight or lesbian women. Their experiences of the relationship between their mental health and chronic pain remain underexplored. This article presents an intersectional Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis of the experiences of six bisexual+ women with chronic pain.
METHODS: Each woman completed two semi-structured interviews. Interviews were analyzed with Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis, beginning with in-depth case study analysis of each person's interviews before moving to comparison across cases.
RESULTS: Results indicated a complex web of multidirectional relationships between mental health and chronic pain. These relationships …
Supporting Recovery: Intersections Of Health, Belonging, And Help Seeking After A Campus Mass Casualty Event, Sharon Jalene, Jason A. Ciccotelli, Lauren Gatto, Christian Ison, James Carbajal, Andrew Hooyman
Supporting Recovery: Intersections Of Health, Belonging, And Help Seeking After A Campus Mass Casualty Event, Sharon Jalene, Jason A. Ciccotelli, Lauren Gatto, Christian Ison, James Carbajal, Andrew Hooyman
Physical Therapy Faculty Articles and Research
Mass casualty events (MCE), such as campus shootings, can severely impact the mental health of students, faculty, and staff. This study examined the psychological effects of an MCE at a minority-serving institution and explored how sense of belonging, cardiorespiratory fitness, and treatment preferences influenced recovery. To measure the impact of the MCE on mental health an anonymous survey was administered four to five months post-MCE to university students, faculty and staff. Within the survey, participants were asked to retrospectively report their depression (PHQ-9) and anxiety (GAD-7) symptoms as they recalled them two weeks prior to the MCE, and as they …