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Using Qualitative Data To Refine A Logic Model For The Cornell Family Development Credential Program, Betsy Crane

The Qualitative Report

Human service practitioners face challenges in communicating how their programs lead to desired outcomes. One framework for representation that is now widely used in the field of program evaluation is the program logic model. This article presents an example of how qualitative data were used to refine a logic model for the Cornell Family Development Training and Credentialing (FDC) Program. This interagency training program teaches a strengths-based, family support, empowerment-oriented approach to the helping relationship. Analysis of the qualitative data gathered from interviews and focus groups with stakeholders led to revisions and further development of the program's initial logic model. …

Making Meaning Together: An Exploratory Study Of Therapeutic Conversation Between Helping Professionals And Homeless Shelter Residents, Christine A. Walsh, Gayle E. Rutherford, Kristina N. (Ahosaari) Sarafincian, Sabine E. R. Sellmer

The Qualitative Report

This exploratory study examined the nature of therapeutic conversation between helping professionals and homeless persons as an intervention to optimize health. Meaningful conversation occurred in relationships where there was a sense of connection and the presence of rapport. Emergent facilitators of therapeutic conversation included respectful engagement, casual nature of conversation, alternative settings for therapeutic conversation, effective listening, and establishing trust. Barriers included prejudging homeless persons, fear of punishment and authority, and academic and professional intimidation. Central to the study findings was the acknowledgement of the client's personhood. Acknowledgement of personhood is a critical element in engagement between homeless persons and …

The Wiki As A Virtual Space For Qualitative Data Collection, Carolina Castaños, Fred P. Piercy

The Qualitative Report

The authors make a case for using wiki technology in qualitative research. A wiki is an online database that allows users to create, edit, and/or reflect on the content of a web page. Thus, wiki technology can support qualitative research that attempts to understand the shared thinking of participants. To illustrate the use of the wiki for this purpose, we describe how we used wiki technology in one phase of a recent Delphi study.

Using Qualitative Research To Identify And Address The Unique Needs Of Caregivers Of Persons With Alzheimer's Disease, Breanda K. Wheeler

The Qualitative Report

This paper reviews articles describing qualitative research that explores the unique needs of caregivers of patients with Alzheimer's disease. Qualitative research methodologies used in these studies include hermeneutic phenomenology, descriptive studies with focus groups, and individual interviews. Researchers identified needs and concerns unique to caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's disease including the need for knowledge about the disease, care recipient and caregiver issues, resource needs, and coping post-nursing home placement. Suggestions for addressing the needs were given by study participants. Implications for nurses and other professionals working with caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's disease were addressed. The importance of qualitative …

Simulation In Nursing Education: A Review Of The Research, Pamela G. Sanford

The Qualitative Report

Simulation in education has been used at least since the time of World War II. Simulation in nursing education in the form of static manikins, role playing, CPR manikins, and other techniques has also been utilized as a teaching modality for quite some time. High-fidelity simulation is a relatively new area in nursing education and utilizes high technology simulation monitors and computers. This technology offers new avenues for teaching student nurses scenarios as well as critical thinking and reflection on lived experience and practice. However, the outcome research in the area of high-fidelity simulation in nursing education is limited at …

Practicing Reflexivity In The Study Of Italian Migrants In London, Francesca Romana Seganti

The Qualitative Report

This article discusses the centrality of reflexivity in qualitative research through examples from my study on the role new media play in the lives of Italians in London. My hypothesis was that Italians were "in transit" in London and they were using new media to build "temporary" communities. I conducted in-depth interviews with members of the Italianialondra.com online community. I found they settled in London and the online community, instead of supporting "nomadic" identities, was used for re-territorialization. Through reflexivity I was able to determine the reasons for a partially wrong hypothesis. I also identified biases that clouded my interpretations …

A Pilot Study Of Nurses' Experience Of Giving Spiritual Care, Belinda Deal

The Qualitative Report

Using spiritual and religious resources gives patients and families strength to cope during a crisis, but nurses often do not offer spiritual care (Kloosterhouse & Ames, 2002). The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore nurses" lived experience of giving spiritual care. A descriptive phenomenological approach was used to interview 4 nurses. Data were analyzed using Colaizzi's (1978) phenomenological method. Five themes were identified: spiritual care is patient-centered, spiritual care is an important part of nursing, spiritual care can be simple to give, spiritual care is not expected but is welcomed by patients, and spiritual care is given by …

Brief Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions For Migraine In The Emergency Room: A Case Study, Rivka Berger, Orly Sarid

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Brief cognitive-behavioral intervention (CBI) was conducted in the emergency room (ER). The current literature on biomedical and psychological risk factors of migraine is reviewed briefly including studies demonstrating the effectiveness of CBI with such patients. The case study portrays CBI that assists a patient suffering from severe migraine attack. We cautiously proposed that CBI can provide patients with a sense of control and may offer empowerment for the personnel in the ER. An integrative approach to health care is suggested when assessing patients with migraine.

Effect Of Six Weeks Cycle Ergometry On Selected Gait Parameters Of Stroke Survivors, Ayodele Teslim Onigbinde, Moruf Kolawole Mustapha

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Restoration of gait in stroke survivors is a major goal in rehabilitation. Recently, treadmill training has been introduced as a measure to improve the post stroke gait pattern, but there is still limited data on the use of the cycle ergometer. The primary aim was to compare selected gait parameters of hemiplegics subjects who received cycle ergometry and those who had traditional physiotherapy. Method: A total of twenty-four (24) subjects were alternately allocated to 2 groups, but only 20 completed the experimental procedure. The two groups received baseline traditional physiotherapy while the experimental group used a cycle ergometer as …

Building Pedagogical Intelligence In Allied Health: A Primer, Lori Dewald

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Allied health education has changed dramatically over the last ten years with many new educational program faculty drawn to the academy. This recent academic evolution is driving the need for allied health educators to become well versed in content-specific applied pedagogy. This article will briefly explore contemporary teaching techniques relevant to today’s allied health educators and it is hoped that they will further explore these pedagogical concepts in their own classrooms and through applicable research.

Range Of Active Hip Motion In Low Back Pain Patients And Apparently Healthy Controls, Babatunde O. A. Adegoke, O. A. Fapojuwo

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Findings from previous studies on hip mobility in individuals with low back pain (LBP) have been equivocal and focused almost exclusively on hip rotation. This study compared active range of hip motion and classified its asymmetry in male subjects with and without LBP. Method: The ex-post facto study involved 30 male patients with LBP and 30 age and sex-matched controls. Active ranges of motion (AROM) of both hip joints of subjects in both groups were measured with a universal goniometer and grouped into different pattern categories based on the presence or absence of a difference of 10° or more …

Identifying Preconceptions Of Clinical Research In Swiss Allied Health And Nursing Researchers, Christophe Richoz, Jocelyne Depeyre

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: In the context of training health professionals in Switzerland in evidence-based practice, the preconceptions of active researchers might be playing a major role in the development of research methodologies within allied health and nursing professions (AHNP). The objective of this study was to identify the preconceptions (understanding of the meaning of clinical research) of researchers in AHNP at the Health Schools of the University of Applied Sciences, Western Switzerland (UASWS). Emerging theories were then discussed and challenged with available literature and participant profiles. Method: Anonymous semi-directed interviews of 20 researchers (internal and external to the university) arising from various …

Review Of: A Practical Approach To Analyzing Healthcare Data, Lashunda B. Smith

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

No abstract provided.

Interview With Dr. John J. Santulli, Ii - Vp For Facilities Management, John J. Santulli Ii

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Physical Plant, Bruce Rogow, Steve Wisotsky, Joe Smith, dormitory, housing administrator, facilities, Rosenthal Building, Louis Parker, Cultural Living Center, Sonken Building, administration, Goodwin Cancer Research Institute, Joel Warren, distance education, main campus, Human Resources, law school, Jim Guerdon, Dr. Fischler, telecommunications, SECOM (Southeastern Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine), Barnes and Noble, University Park Plaza, Facilities Management, Ed Simco, John Scigliano, shuttles, grounds committee, Board of Trustees, Maltz Building, Horvitz Building, Dr. Feldman, merger, Rolling Hills, Goodwin Sr. Residence Hall, Ray Ferrero, library, Dr. Hanbury, golf tournaments , Coral Reef Research

Interview With Dr. Cheryl Gotthelf - Nsu Faculty, Cheryl Gotthelf

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Neuropsychology

Forensic Neuropsychology

Child Psychology

Substance Abuse

Interview With Elaine Poff - Director Of The University's Registrar Office For Enrollment And Student Services, Elaine Poff

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Nova University, Center for Advancement of Education, Dick Olman, Rosenthal Building, the Mailman-Hollywood Building, the Parker Building, Edward Naus, Lifelong Learning Institute, BETA, recruiting, Center for Advancement of Education, University Registrar, CEA, Southeastern, coding, banner, PeopleSoft, registrar’s, Stephanie Brown, President Hanbury, SEVIS, international students, Ray Ferrero, George Hanbury, athletic department, Hurricane Andrew, commencement

Interview With Dr. Edward Simco - Alumnus And Faculty, Edward Simco

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Biological Curriculum, chemistry, Physical Science Study Committee, Ford Foundation Grant, nuclear reactor, Westinghouse Electric Corporation, computers, physics, science education, educational research, Abe Fischler, physical science center, oceanography, Ph.D., dissertation, Peter Niiler, social psychology, Roshenthal, Parker, Nova University, Atomic Energy Commission, Emilio Segre, Hans Jensen, Glenn Seaborg, NYIT, Don Mitchell, Dan Stufflebeam, Michael Scriven, distance education, Ed Leaders Program, Institute of Child Centered Education, Dr. Marilyn Segal, University School, Family Center, Teacher Intern Program, TIAA-CREF, Systems Engineering Laboratory, data manipulation program, IBM, Phil Adams, electronic classroom, Alex Schure, SACS, computer-based learning, the Doctor of Arts, John Scigliano, Dr. Ed Lieblein, FORTRAN, …

Interview With Dr. Frank Depiano - University Provost And Executive Vice President Of Academic Affairs, Frank Depiano

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Psychology

Administration

Hypnosis

Aviation

History of N.S.U.

Interview With Dr. Stanley R. Cohen - Vice Provost, Health Professions Division, Stanley R. Cohen

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Division, Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine (SECOM ) early history, Mort Terry, Arnold Melnick, pediatrician, administrator, faculty, Area Health Education Center (AHEC), Dr. Zucker, gross anatomy, microbiology, physiology, pathology, students, MCAT, community-based health centers, Bobby Auer, Physical Medicine, pharmacy, nursing school, accreditation, optometry, Howard Laubach, science labs, Joe Namey, Feldman, Physician Assistant, Nova, Fischler Educational Center, George Hanbury, Academical Village, syllabus, holistic medicine, Skinner, Ray Ferrero, Fred Lippman, dental school, vet school

Interview With Thomas Panza - General Counsel, Thomas Panza

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Police Benevolent Association, criminal law, Parker, Rosenthal, Mailman/Hollywood, Bill Gelfand, New York Institute of Technology, Law Enforcement Assistance grants, Panama, Abraham Fischler, Sue Maurer, cluster, Alex Schure, Leo Goodwin, GEICO Insurance, Della-Donna, Uni trust, distance learning, diploma mill, dental school, Nova, Dr. Terry, lobbying, litigation, Ovid Lewis, Ray Ferrero, David Rush, Dr. Melnick, North Miami, Fred Lippman, Southeastern, merger, Fort Lauderdale Oral School, accreditation, ABA, George Hanbury, City of Manager, Broward County, janitorial services, Service Employees International Union, Unico, President Feldman, Academical Village, hospital, North Broward Hospital District, The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), Certificate of Need, Wil Trower, …

Interview With Robert Bogorff - Nsu Archivist, Robert Bogorff

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

History of NSU

History of Libraries and Archives

R/V Gulfstream

Royal Dames of Nova University

Leo Goodwin Institute for Cancer Research

Interview With President George Hanbury Iii - President And Ceo, George Hanbury Iii

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Vice President, city manager, Broward County, Fort Lauderdale, Ray Ferrero, CEO, COO< chancellor, The Center of Psychological Studies, merger, undergraduate, scholarships, law, medicine, pharmacy, optometry, dentistry, psychology or a graduate education, Miami Dolphins, Knight Foundation, NCAA Division, FAU, women's golf, Don Riggs, Sam Morrison, private not-for-profit university, library, Joel Berman, county administrator, South Florida Educational Center, Abe Fischler, Academical Village, hospital, South Broward Hospital District, NYIT merger, Grand Oaks Golf Course, accreditation, Unico, union, TCB, Taking Care of Business, the Museum of Art , Ovid Lewis, Stephen Feldman,

Interview With Ronald Brown - Professor Of Law, Ronald Brown

Oral Histories of Nova Southeastern University

Larry Hyde, Parker Building, library, germ-free rats, Peter Thornton, Bruce Rogow, Don Llewellyn, Ovid Lewis, Joe Smith, Steve Wisotsky, Roger Abrams, law school, Rolling Hills Country Club, Marc Rohr, accreditation, Unit Trust, Baudhuin School, Abe Fischler, Goodwin Trust, Della-Donna, legal education, joint degrees, European Union, Westlaw Education Network, LexisNexis, precedence, Shepard Broad Law Center, Family Center, University School, doctorate public administration, legal introduction to law and ethics of public administration, administrative law, Abe Fischler, Ray Ferrero, Family Center, the Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies, Broward County, George Hanbury, Academical Village, Hurricane Andrew

2010 Commencement - Graduate - Center For Psychological Studies, Criminal Justice Institute, Farquhar College Of Arts And Sciences, Graduate School Of Computer And Information Sciences, Graduate School Of Humanities And Social Sciences, H. Wayne Huizenga School Of Business And Entrepreneurship And Oceanographic Center, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

No abstract provided.

Distribution Of A Novel Binding Site For Angiotensins Ii And Iii In Mouse Tissues, Felicia M. Rabey, Vardan T. Karamyan, Robert C. Speth

HPD Articles

A novel binding site for angiotensins II and III that is unmasked by parachloromercuribenzoate has been reported in rat, mouse and human brains. Initial studies of this binding site indicate that it is not expressed in the adrenal, liver or kidney of the rat and mouse. To determine if this binding site occurs in other mouse tissues, 8 tissues were assayed for expression of this binding site by radioligand binding assay and compared with the expression of this binding site in the forebrain. Particulate fractions of homogenates of testis, epididymis, seminal vesicles, heart, spleen, pancreas, lung, skeletal muscle, and forebrain …

Preliminary Biochemical Characterization Of The Novel, Non-At1, Non-At2 Angiotensin Binding Site From The Rat Brain, Vardan T. Karamyan, Jason Arsenault, Emanuel Escher, Robert C. Speth

HPD Articles

A novel binding site for angiotensins II and III was recently discovered in brain membranes in the presence of the sulfhydryl reactive angiotensinase inhibitor parachloromercuribenzoate. This binding site is distinctly different from the other known receptors for angiotensins: AT₁, AT₂, AT₄, and mas oncogene protein (Ang 1-7 receptor). Preliminary biochemical characterization studies have been done on this protein by crosslinking it with (125)I-labeled photoaffinity probes and solubilizing the radiolabeled binding site. Polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis studies and isoelectric focusing indicate that this membrane bound binding site is a protein with a molecular weight of 70-85 kDa and an isoelectric point of …

2010 Commencement - College Of Osteopathic Medicine, College Of Pharmacy, College Of Optometry, College Of Allied Health, College Of Medical Sciences And College Of Dental Medicine, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

No abstract provided.

Caffeine Enhances Upper Body Strength In Resistance-Trained Women, Erica Goldstein, Patrick L. Jacobs, Michael Whitehurst, Tina Penhollow, Jose Antonio

Department of Health and Human Performance Faculty Articles

BACKGROUND:

Research has indicated that low-to-moderate dosages of caffeine supplementation are ergogenic for sustained endurance efforts as well as high-intensity exercise. The effects of caffeine supplementation on strength-power performance are equivocal, with some studies indicating a benefit and others demonstrating no change in performance. The majority of research that has examined the effects of caffeine supplementation on strength-power performance has been carried out in both trained and untrained men. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to determine the acute effects of caffeine supplementation on strength and muscular endurance in resistance-trained women.

METHODS:

In a randomized manner, 15 women consumed …

Medical Education Digest, Vol. 12 No. 3 (May/June 2010), Nova Southeastern University

Medical Education Digest

No abstract provided.

Focus On Research, Patrick Hardigan

FOCUS On Research Newsletter

No abstract provided.