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Volume 52, Number 44: June 17, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 52, Number 43: June 10, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 52, Number 42: June 03, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 52, Number 41: May 27, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 52, Number 40: May 20, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Spring Commencement: May 16, 2015, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

UND Spring Commencement program from May 16, 2015.

Volume 52, Number 39: May 13, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Doctor Of Medicine Commencement: May 9, 2015, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

Doctor of Medicine Commencement program from May 9, 2015.

School Of Law Commencement: May 9, 2015, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

School of Law Commencement program from May 9, 2015.

Volume 52, Number 38: May 06, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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May 5, 2015, The Dakota Student

The Dakota Student

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Childhood Maltreatment Predictors Of Trait Impulsivity, Tiffany D. Russell, Amy Veith, Alan R. King

Psychology Faculty Publications

This chapter provides a summary of empirical evidence linking childhood maltreatment and trait impulsivity. While biological contributors to impulsivity may be substantial, this review speculates that childhood and adolescent contributors may potentially alter the developmental trajectory of this personality trait in important ways. An analysis of original data (N = 401) regarding child maltreatment associations (childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse, sibling abuse, peer bullying, corporal punishment, and exposure to domestic violence) with trait impulsivity as measured by the Personality Inventory for the DSM-5 was also conducted. Adult respondents were assigned to extreme child abuse categories based on their retrospective self-reports. …

Health And Wellness Transition Into Retirement And The Role Of The Employer, Wendy Quinn

Theses and Dissertations

Health and wellness in retirement transition was examined by presenting a case report where the participant experienced depression and risk factors for cardiovascular disease after retiring from full time employment. The preparation for retirement is in question and an exploration of what role the employer has in this transition was examined. A literature review of IO studies was conducted and common retirement themes emerged: I. Careful planning and preparation improves outcomes, 2. Illness in work life predicts health outcomes in retirement, 3. Retiring causes illness versus illness causing retirement, 4. Physical activity contributes to wellness in retirement, 5. Impact of …

Literature Review For Outpatient Ostomy Clinic, Lisa Drury

Theses and Dissertations

A literature review was conducted regarding the importance of outpatient ostomy clinics for new ostomates. Currently, in the rural setting the author is employed at, there is inpatient care available for ostomates; once the patient is discharged from the inpatient setting, access to outpatient ostomy care is limited.

Using CINAHL and SCOPUS data bases; it was noted that there was very little research conducted on outpatient ostomy clinics for the period of2009 to present. From the journal articles utilized for this paper, follow up outpatient ostomy care by a Wound, Ostomy Continence Nurse (WOCN) and education for the ostomate, caregivers …

Seasonal Affective Disorder: A Comparison Between The Use Of Light Therapy And Psychopharmacology Therapies, Pamela M. Rhiel

Theses and Dissertations

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a major depressive disorder that primarily occurs in the fall and continues until remission in the late spring to early summer. It is considered a major public health problem due to the effects that depression can have on the general population (e.g. inability to work, unable to pay bills, not able to maintain healthy relationships). This disorder affects approximately 0.4 to 2.9% of the general population, primarily those living in the northern latitudes. There have been numerous studies which have looked at the effectiveness of light therapy in the treatment of SAD. Recent studies have …

Improving Breastfeeding Support Through Understanding Mothers' Perspectives And Experiences, Alicia D. Debevec

Theses and Dissertations

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Trea1ment Challenges Of Osteoarthritis In The Elderly, Carla Christenson

Theses and Dissertations

The aging population in the United States is currently growing at an unprecedented rate. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis in those over age 60. Osteoarthritis is most often diagnosed by a primary care provider, Doctor, Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. Diagnosis of osteoarthritis is most often based upon physical examination and radiograph images. Treatment of osteoarthritis in the aging population can prove to be challenging for the health care provider. Along with age come comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease, renal disease and gastrointestinal disease just to name a few. The purpose ofthis paper is to explore various …

Delayed Cord-Clamping In Term And Preterm Infants: Nursing Strategies To Facilitate Implementation, Nancy M. Finnegan

Theses and Dissertations

Newborns have been shown to benefit from delayed umbilical cord clamping after birth by the extra transfusion of placental blood. Enhanced placental transfusion is known to increase blood volume, red blood cells and improve the oxygenation of vital organs in both term and preterm infants. There continues to be however, a need for further research including issues such as optimal timing of the delay, eligibility and appropriateness of those newborns requiring resuscitation, and the ideal position to hold the infant prior to cord clamping. Changes in clinical practice have been slow to take hold because of these issues, along with …

Best Practice Management Of Seasonal Affective Disorder When Considering Antidepressant Therapy, Light Therapy, And Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Tia Gullickson

Theses and Dissertations

Seasonal affective disorder is a recurrent depressive disorder that follows a seasonal pattern with treatment focused on antidepressant therapy, light therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (Thaler et al, 201 1 ). The relevance of this paper is to examine the treatment options available for seasonal affective disorder and detem1ine the best practice management for the patient. The case described is a 55-year-old male patient with recurrent depression symptoms who was treated with antidepressant therapy with the consideration that this may be the best supported treatment option; however other viable options are available as well.

Literature review found that antidepressant therapy …

Increasing Palliative Care Referrals In Terminal Lung Cancer Patients, John Edward Roll

Theses and Dissertations

Late referrals to palliative care services for patients suffering from terminal lung cancer is an ongoing problem that unnecessarily shortens patient survival time by inadequate and poorly timed symptom control that affects the remaining quality of life for both patient and family. The latest mortality figures available (2011) showed approximately 157,000 people died due to cancer of the lung, trachea, and bronchus (CDC, 2014a). The purpose of this independent study was to review and effectively analyze the literature and understand the reasons and barriers to early referral of palliative care services by health care providers for their clients diagnosed with …

Benefits And Risks Of Antipsychotic Medication Use In Patients With Dementia, Janelle Rudnick,

Theses and Dissertations

Patients with dementia often exhibit signs of behavioral and psychotic symptoms. Studies have shown that there are some safety concerns with use of anti psychotics in patients with dementia. An extensive review of literature will be used to research the pros and cons of use of antipsychotics in people with a dementia diagnosis. The results for the use of antipsychotics with people diagnosed with dementia will be reported, and the increased risk of other medical conditions and effectiveness of decreasing behavioral or psychotic symptoms will be discussed

There are a large number of patients with dementia admitted to inpatient behavioral …

Treating Mental Illness In The Somali Community, Pamela Nkowa

Theses and Dissertations

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The Efficacy Of School Head Lice Policies: A Review Of The Literature, Sheila Hurst

Theses and Dissertations

Each year millions of people in the United States are infested with head lice. Despite common beliefs that schools are the epicenter of transmission, this has been not been proven to be true. Regardless of this fact many schools continue to enforce no nit/lice policies by excluding children perceived to be infected from school. Consequences of such policies include loss of school days, mistreatment, economic burden, and shame. This paper provides a review of the literature providing best evidence regarding the efficacy of no nit/lice school policies. Method: 4 Sixteen articles were extracted for final review from CINAHL, PubMed, Psychlnfo, …

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Vs Antidepressant Medications In The Treatment Of Major Depressive Disorder, David Ogato

Theses and Dissertations

Depression is a common and debilitating mental illness in the U.S. It affects a great number of people and yet often it goes undiagnosed and undertreated. Older adults are especially under-diagnosed because of different presentation in symptoms and increased commodities. Mark, a 55 year old male patient presented with fatigue at the clinic. Fatigue can be a symptom of many conditions. Labs were unremarkable and there were no physical examination findings indicating depression. Patient did not report complete depressive symptoms until PHQ-9 was employed. He was diagnosed with moderate depression, opted for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) over antidepressant medications (ADMs). …

May 1, 2015, The Dakota Student

The Dakota Student

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Reduction Of Osteoporosis In Cancer Patients Who Are Receiving Aromatase Inhibitor Treatment, Amaka G. Onyeka

Theses and Dissertations

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Treatment Challenges Of Osteoarthritis In The Elderly, Carla Christensen

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Identifying Barriers To Mental Health Services For Limited And Non-English Speaking Clients In A Rural Homogenous Environment: An Approach To Reduce Barriers With Technology, Alma Torres

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to explore the current protocols set in place by local agencies when working with limited English proficiency clients (LEP). Due to the homogenous environment in the state of North Dakota and Northwestern Minnesota and the increase of immigrants, migrants and refugees to the area, the use of interpreters has become a necessity. A questionnaire was used as means of collecting data regarding the number of agencies that service limited English proficiency clients, employ interpreters, how interpreters are trained and the use of technology for interpretation purposes. Interpreter is defined for this purpose as an …

Volume 52, Number 37: April 29, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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April 28, 2015, The Dakota Student

The Dakota Student

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