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Mobility Training For Preschoolers, Karen R. Youngerman

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Spring Commencement: May 15, 1994, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

UND Spring Commencement program from May 15, 1994.

School Of Law Commencement: May 15, 1994, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

School of Law Commencement program from May 15, 1994.

Doctor Of Medicine Commencement: May 7, 1994, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

UND Doctor of Medicine Commencement program from May 7, 1994.

May 5, 1994, University Of North Dakota

University Senate Meeting Minutes

Minutes from the May 5, 1994, meeting of the University Senate. 29 pages

Genetic, Structural, And Two-Dimensional Protein Electrophoretic Characterization Of Normal And Dek23 Mutant Embryogenesis In Maize (Zea Mays L.), Guy E. Farish

Theses and Dissertations

Embryogenesis in maize (Zea mays L.) is a genetically regulated process that gives rise to a large embryo with shoot and root apical meristems, a large scutellum, and five or six leaf primordia. An embryo-lethal defective kernel mutation dek23, located on chromosome arm 2L, affects the formation of the shoot apical meristem, coleoptilar ring, and leaf primordia in mutant embryos. Comparison of mutant and normal embryo development at the structural and biochemical levels should give insight into the role of the dek23 normal gene product in normal development. Fresh dissection, light microscopy, and transmission electron microscopy of normal and mutant …

Foster Care Training In North Dakota: A Foster Parents' Perspective, Todd L. Nordquist

Theses and Dissertations

The major purpose of this study was to evaluate the level of satisfaction with training as reported by foster care providers in North Dakota. A secondary purpose of this exploratory study was having foster providers identify their foster child care responsibilities and major benefits of training.

Providers of each of the two major types of foster care in North Dakota, general foster care and therapeutic foster care, evaluated training received. This was done separately due to the different training objectives and procedures of each. Half of the 884 foster care households in North Dakota were randomly included in this study. …

The Impact Of Cowbird Parasitism On A North Dakota Population Of Clay-Colored Sparrows, Gregory P. Romig

Theses and Dissertations

The study was conducted from early May to late July, 1992 at Oakville Prairie, Grand Forks Co., North Dakota. The clay-colored sparrow (Spizella pallida) was the most common breeding bird at the site. Also abundant at Oakville was the brown-headed cowbird (Molothrus ater) , an obligcite brood parasite. The main objectives of the study were to assess the impact of cowbird parasitism on the reproductive success of this clay-colored sparrow population, and to examine some factors that may influence the probability that a given nest will be parasitized.

Forty-two clay-colored sparrow nests were found, and of these, 16 (38%) were …

Mitochondrial Dna Variation Within The Western-Clark's Grebe Complex (Podicipedidae: Aechmophorus), Bruce Alan Eichhorst

Theses and Dissertations

The Western Grebe (Aechmophorus occidentalis) and Clark's Grebe (A. clarkii) are considered to be closely related .. Until recently, they were regarded as color phases of one species--the Western Grebe. I assessed mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) variation within and between the Aechmophorus color phases. I also evaluated the plausibility of two vicariance models that have been. proposed to explain the evolution of the color phases. Grebes were collected from seven breeding sites, representing three geographic regions of the United States-Canada breeding range. Restriction-enzyme analysis of a total sample of 109 grebes was conducted. Estimates of nucleotide divergence ( dxy, da), nucleotide …

Functional Aspects Of Mitochondria In Copper-Deficient Rats., Jeannine Marie Matz

Theses and Dissertations

Morphological observations indicate that dietary copper deficiency causes structural damage to cardiac mitochondria. Even though marked structural changes have been observed in copper deficiency, a correlation between abnormality of mitochondrial structure and function has not been apparent in previous studies. The objective of the present project was to examine various aspects of cellular and mitochondrial function in copper deficient rat hearts; especially, (1) changes in mitochondrial function defined as respiration and ATP production, (2) the susceptibility of the mitochondria from copper deficient rat hearts to uncouplers and inhibitors of oxidative phosphorylation and electron transport, and (3) alterations in the activity, …

Secondary School Science Teaching In North Dakota: A Study Of Teacher Perceived Needs For The Improvement Of Instruction., Charles Moore Deremer

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to investigate the perceived needs of secondary public school science teachers in North Dakota. In addition to the content and pedagogical knowledge teachers perceived as needs for additional learning, this study investigated the perceived impediments to effective instruction. Demographic data about the respondents were also collected.Surveys were sent to the 704 secondary science teachers in North Dakota. The questionnaire consisted of 116 multiple response items and one open response question. The usable response rate of returned questionnaires was 60%.The data were presented in tables of frequency. Each of the items in the content knowledge, …

The Effect Of Traditional Versus Multimedia Augmented Instruction On Exposure Time Determination., Kathy Ann Smart

Theses and Dissertations

In introductory black-and-white photography course work, variables in laboratory methods for determination of exposure data often lead to low quality projection prints. Correct laboratory procedures are essential for results of minimization of error in print density. The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of traditional instruction, and traditional instruction augmented by a multimedia module for psychomotor learning and to determine if academic level and previous experience had an effect on accuracy of density determination for photographic print.The experimental design of this study was a repeated measures post-test only design. The repeated measures effect had three levels, density …

March 3, 1994, University Of North Dakota

University Senate Meeting Minutes

Minutes from the March 3, 1994, meeting of the University Senate. 11 pages

Can Feminist Educational Theorists Reappropriate John Dewey's Philosophy?, Ana M. Martinez Aleman

Teaching and Learning: The Journal of Natural Inquiry & Reflective Practice

No abstract provided.

March-April 1994, University Of North Dakota Alumni Association

ALL: UND Alumni Review Master List

March- April 1994 issue of "The University of North Dakota Alumni Review." 15 pages

Volume 76, Number 5

A Hermeneutic Analysis Of Childhood Verbal, Physical, And Sexual Abuse And Women's Identity Development., Sandra Marie Deraney-Reilly

Theses and Dissertations

Seventy-four women who were concurrently receiving mental health services, were administered a structured interview which explored childhood verbal, physical and sexual abuse, and the perceived effects associated with each type of abuse. It was common for one type of abuse to be found in unison with another type. The interview questions also asked the respondent to describe themselves as children, their parental relationships, and patterns in adult relationships. Interpretive content analyses were used to organize the responses and summarize the findings. Sexual abuse particularly affected later sexual relationships, but also created a pervasive sense of mistrust that impacted relationships in …

February 3, 1994, University Of North Dakota

University Senate Meeting Minutes

Minutes from the February 3, 1994, meeting of the University Senate. 36 pages

Program For St. Cloud State And Mankato State, January 2-3, 1994, University Of North Dakota

UND Athletics Publications: Men's and Women's Basketball (Combined)

Program for the men's and women's basketball games versus St. Cloud State on January 2, 1994, and Mankato State, January 3, 1994

Withdrawing Or Withholding Medical Care From Premature Infants: Who Should Decide, And How, Jennifer Stokley

North Dakota Law Review

No abstract provided.

Wandering In The Wilderness Of Dispute Resolution: When Do We Arrive At The Promised Land Of Justice, Bruce E. Bohlman, Erick J. Bohlman

North Dakota Law Review

No abstract provided.

Poststroke Depression, Colleen Frohberg

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Depressed mood is the most common psychiatric disorder following stroke with estimated prevalence rates ranging anywhere from 20% to 60%. It has been reported that effective and rapid treatment of poststroke depression may enhance stroke rehabilitation and speed up functional recovery. The potential reversibility of depression emphasizes the importance of early identification of poststroke depression. Yet, poststroke depression remains largely untreated as part of the rehabilitation process. Therefore, it is important that health professionals, such as physical therapists, who often work with patients who have suffered a stroke are aware of the signs and symptoms of poststroke depression to ensure …

Burn Care: The Use Of Cpm, Electrical Stimulation And Lasers, Jennifer Walter

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

p>The treatment of patients with burns has always been a tedious venture. The burn team may devote many long and painful hours to the patient's rehabilitation. Physical therapists play an important part on this team, especially in the areas of wound care and pain control. The purpose of this literature review is to analyze the physiological mechanisms of continuous passive motion, electrical stimulation, and lasers in regard to wound healing and pain perceptions.

In relation to wound healing, electrical stimulation and lasers were found to enhance the actual healing process, mostly in the early phases of healing. Continuous passive …

Critical Overview Of Wound Care Modalities, Keith W. Hartnett

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

The purpose of this independent study is to explore Physical Therapy modalities used in adjunct to traditional wound management. There are many factors that influence the healing rate. A basic knowledge of the body's healing process is needed in order to understand the affects modalities have on the wound.

The key to wound management is the initial and constant assessment. The patient history, subjective information, and objective measure are critical to the etiology and progression of the wound, and will be discussed.

Modalities can accelerate wound healing. Mechanical and physiological effects of the different modalities will be explored. This study …

Low Back Pain, Jeff Large

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common disorders seen in the health care setting today. The cost of rehabilitation of LBP makes up a significant proportion of today's health care economy. Both physical and social factors have been associated with the etiology of LBP. Today's advanced diagnostic equipment has allowed the underlying pathologies of LBP to be better understood. In the past, different theories and techniques for rehabilitation have been utilized. Current rehabilitation of LBP has emphasized effective, cost-efficient prevention and education.

The purpose of this independent study is to research current theories of risk factors, pathologies …

The Efficacy Of Functional Assessments In Rehabilitation Medicine, Keith E. Swanson

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Functional assessment in rehabilitation medicine is not a new concept. Functional assessment measures have, however, experienced increased usage. Health insurance companies and clinicians are now focusing on functional outcomes in addition to objective tests.

Certain measurement criteria must be satisfied before a measurement tool may be successfully implemented into the clinical setting. Variable standardization, reliability, and validity are necessary for accurate measurement. The term function, however, deals with many variables leading to definitional difficulty.

The purpose of the functional assessment is to describe, screen and assess, and monitor. Although many functional assessments are available for clinical use, most lack scientific …

A Critical Review Of The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Hiv) Infection And The Most Common Clinical Manifestations Of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (Aids), Randy Willman

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

The purpose of this independent study is to review the viral and immunologic factors in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection and present the clinical manifestations most commonly associated with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). As physical therapists, we will thus increase our knowledge base of this complex disease and understand the many opportunistic infections associated with HIV infection and the various aspects of AIDS. In addition, by having a better understanding of the disease, we may overcome our fears, improve our personal attitudes toward patients with HIV/AIDS, and improve and prolong the quality of life of individuals with the disease.

January-February 1994, University Of North Dakota Alumni Association

ALL: UND Alumni Review Master List

January- February 1994 issue of "The University of North Dakota Alumni Review." 16 pages

Volume 76, Number 4

Prolactin-Glucocorticoid Interactions In Rat Nb2 Node Lymphoma Cells, Han-Qian Liang

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Medical Examination Gloves As Barrier Protection For Health Care Workers : A Retesting Of Quality, Debra D. Jellison

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Artificial Intelligence As It Applies To Industrial Process Control, Robert G. Strain

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.