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Real-Time Hallucination Simulation And Sonification Through User-Led Development Of An Ipad Augmented Reality Performance, Alexis Kirke, Joel Eaton, Eduardo Miranda Jan 2015

Real-Time Hallucination Simulation And Sonification Through User-Led Development Of An Ipad Augmented Reality Performance, Alexis Kirke, Joel Eaton, Eduardo Miranda

School of Art, Design and Architecture

The simulation of visual hallucinations has multiple applications. The authors present a new approach to hallucination simulation, initially developed for a performance, that proved to have uses for individuals suffering from certain types of hallucinations. The system, originally developed with a focus on the visual symptoms of palinopsia experienced by the lead author, allows real-time visual expression using augmented reality via an iPad. It also allows the hallucinations to be converted into sound through visuals sonification. Although no formal experimentation was conducted, the authors report on a number of unsolicited informal responses to the simulator from palinopsia sufferers and the …

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Community Resilience And Land Degradation In Forest And Shrubland Socio-Ecological Systems: Evidence From Gorgoglione, Basilicata, Italy, Claire Kelly, Agostino Ferrara, Geoff A. Wilson, Francesco Ripullone, Angelo Nolè, Nichola Harmer, Luca Salvati Jan 2015

Community Resilience And Land Degradation In Forest And Shrubland Socio-Ecological Systems: Evidence From Gorgoglione, Basilicata, Italy, Claire Kelly, Agostino Ferrara, Geoff A. Wilson, Francesco Ripullone, Angelo Nolè, Nichola Harmer, Luca Salvati

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

Assessing the resilience of communities is assuming greater importance at a time of global economic upheaval, climatic and socio-demographic changes. The past 10–15 years have seen a significant increase in the number of studies addressing resilience issues at community level from a variety of perspectives,and although the resilience of communities in dealing with disturbance feature strongly in these studies, less work appears to have been undertaken at the interface between community resilience and land degradation. In addition, little attention has been paid to land degradation, desertification risk and community resilience at the forest–community interface, despite the fact that forest ecosystems …

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Accountability Practices Of Islamic Banks: A Stakeholders' Perspective, Sherif Ismail Jan 2015

Accountability Practices Of Islamic Banks: A Stakeholders' Perspective, Sherif Ismail

Plymouth Business School Theses

This study explores the concept of accountability in Islamic Banks (IB), which may achieve through disclosure. It aims to measuring the bank’s disclosure levels which contains Sharia, Social and Financial (SSF) as well as determinants and consequences of this disclosure. It moreover aims to identify the gap between Islamic banks’ board and stakeholders concerned with the accountabilities priorities of IBs. To achieve these objectives the researcher conducted six empirical studies. The first three empirical studies uses content analysis to measuring compliance level with Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) standards as well as measuring the and sharia, …

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Informativeness Of Unaudited Forward-Looking Financial Disclosure: Evidence From Uk Narrative Reporting, Ahmed Hassanein Jan 2015

Informativeness Of Unaudited Forward-Looking Financial Disclosure: Evidence From Uk Narrative Reporting, Ahmed Hassanein

Plymouth Business School Theses

Forward-looking financial disclosure (FLFD) is potentially uninformative if it does not change from the previous year, especially after a significant change in firm performance. This study uses a sample of UK narrative statements of the annual reports over the period from 2005 to 2011. It employed the automated content analysis technique to measure change in FLFD over years to answer three research questions. First, to what extent does change in firms’ earnings performance drive managers to change FLFD over years? Second, what are the other drivers of the change of FLFD from year to year? Third, do investors use information …

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Government Export Promotion Programmes And Firms’ Export Behaviour: Exploring The Indirect Link. The Case Of Uk & Algerian Manufacturing Firms, Mohamed Yacine Haddoud Jan 2015

Government Export Promotion Programmes And Firms’ Export Behaviour: Exploring The Indirect Link. The Case Of Uk & Algerian Manufacturing Firms, Mohamed Yacine Haddoud

Plymouth Business School Theses

It has been recognised that exporting is an engine for growth at both country and firm levels. However, the challenging nature of international business often prevents companies from entering and surviving in international markets. In the Small and Medium-size Business context, lack of resource is normally the main reason behind the inability of firms to overcome export barriers. In recognition of the issue and for promoting exporting, the governments have been offering the so-called Government Export Promotion Programmes (GEPPs) to act as “resource supplements”. While there have been extensive practices, the mechanism and effectiveness of these programmes have not been …

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Britons Abroad Or European Citizens? The Negotiation Of (Trans)National Space And Citizenship By British Migrants In France, Fiona Ferbrache, Richard Yarwood Jan 2015

Britons Abroad Or European Citizens? The Negotiation Of (Trans)National Space And Citizenship By British Migrants In France, Fiona Ferbrache, Richard Yarwood

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

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Using Campinas- Barcode’S Cultural Competency Model And Roach's Model Of Caring To Enhance Self-Perception Of Cultural Competence And Perceived Knowledge Of Caring Among Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, And Community Nurses., Alicia Bannis Jan 2015

Using Campinas- Barcode’S Cultural Competency Model And Roach's Model Of Caring To Enhance Self-Perception Of Cultural Competence And Perceived Knowledge Of Caring Among Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, And Community Nurses., Alicia Bannis

Electronic Theses and Dissertations 2010 - 2019

As the culturally diverse healthcare population in the United States rises, the demand for healthcare providers who are knowledgeable in providing culturally competent care increases. Community health care providers are mandated to make cultural competence a priority in their clinical practice. This mandate challenges healthcare professionals to increase their knowledge of cultural diversity and caring behaviors and provide appropriate health care services to meet the needs of racially and ethnically diverse clients. For this project, an assessment of community healthcare providers’ self-perception of cultural competence and perceived knowledge of caring behaviors was untaken while posing the question: “How does a …

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Use Of An Electronic Educational Module To Educate Advanced Practice Nurses On Preventive Care Protocol For Immunocompromised Patients, Simi Jesto Joseph Dr, Audrey Klopp Dr Jan 2015

Use Of An Electronic Educational Module To Educate Advanced Practice Nurses On Preventive Care Protocol For Immunocompromised Patients, Simi Jesto Joseph Dr, Audrey Klopp Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Immunocompromised patients are at increased risk of infections and certain cancers due to the immunosuppressed body as well as the immunosuppressive agents. Despite American national organizations’ specific guidelines for immunocompromised patients, reported vaccination rates and provider compliance on preventive services is low. The aim of this study was to assess knowledge, attitude and clinical practice among Advanced Practice Nurses (APN) in preventive care for immunocompromised patients and educating APNs to improve their knowledge and practice skills using an evidence-based preventive care protocol. Methods: APN members of Illinois Society of Advanced Practice Nurses (ISAPN) organization were surveyed by a needs assessment …

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Clinico Epidemiological Profile Of Hiv-Tb Co-Infected Patients In Coastal South India, Bhaskaran Unnikrishnan Dr, Ramesh Holla Dr, Darshan B. B Dr, Arjun B. Y Dr Jan 2015

Clinico Epidemiological Profile Of Hiv-Tb Co-Infected Patients In Coastal South India, Bhaskaran Unnikrishnan Dr, Ramesh Holla Dr, Darshan B. B Dr, Arjun B. Y Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Tuberculosis (TB) co-infection is considered to be one of the important public health problems globally. Tuberculosis is a leading cause of mortality among people living with HIV/AIDS. Objectives: To find out the trends of HIV and TB co-infection, socio-demographic and clinical profile of HIV and TB co-infected patients. Methods: A hospital based descriptive study was done at a tertiary care teaching hospital in Mangalore. The hospital records of all HIV-TB co-infected patients admitted between January 2008 and December 2013 were reviewed and data were captured in data capture sheet. The data obtained was analysed …

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Effectiveness Of Video Assisted Diversional Therapy And Application Of Local Anaesthetic Agent On Pain, Behavioural Response And Physiological Parameters Among Children During Intravenous (Iv) Cannulation, Litna George Ms, Anjalin D'Souza Mrs, Anice George Dr Jan 2015

Effectiveness Of Video Assisted Diversional Therapy And Application Of Local Anaesthetic Agent On Pain, Behavioural Response And Physiological Parameters Among Children During Intravenous (Iv) Cannulation, Litna George Ms, Anjalin D'Souza Mrs, Anice George Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Intravenous (IV) cannulation is a common procedure done in hospitals. Although it is an essential procedure providing easy access for IV hydration or medication, its insertion leads to pain, anxiety and distress in children. The study was undertaken with the objective of comparing the effectiveness of video assisted diversional (VAD) therapy and application of local anaesthetic (LA) agent on pain relief, behavioural response and physiological parameters among children. Methods: The study was done using an experimental post-test only control group design. The participants were randomized to one of the three groups, with 25 subjects in each group: experimental group 1 …

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Effectiveness Of Dance Movement Therapy On Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Children Aged Between 6-12 Years, Shilpa J Ms, Asha P. Shetty Dr Jan 2015

Effectiveness Of Dance Movement Therapy On Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Children Aged Between 6-12 Years, Shilpa J Ms, Asha P. Shetty Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common behaviour disorders of childhood. Mental health and school practitioners are increasingly faced with the challenge of assessing children and adolescents who might have ADHD. The purpose of the study was to assess the effectiveness of dance movement therapy (DMT) among ADHD children. Methods: Data collection was done using demographic proforma; SNAP IV rating scale and an opinionnaire. Results: Analysis revealed post-test teacher and parent mean scores were significantly lower than the pre-test teacher and parent mean scores i.e. the t-value for teacher is t(29)=16.81 and for parent is …

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Effectiveness Of A Structured Counselling Program On The Knowledge Of Self-Care Behaviour And Coping Strategies Among Hiv Infected Post-Natal Mothers, Raddi S. A Dr, Prakash R, Dandagi S. R Jan 2015

Effectiveness Of A Structured Counselling Program On The Knowledge Of Self-Care Behaviour And Coping Strategies Among Hiv Infected Post-Natal Mothers, Raddi S. A Dr, Prakash R, Dandagi S. R

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Motherhood represents a time of great change that challenges women in many ways. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured counselling program in terms of gain in knowledge on Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and self-care behaviour and increase in use and effectiveness of coping strategies and to find the association between pretest levels of knowledge and coping strategies with selected socio demographic variables. Methods: An evaluative study was carried out to assess the effectiveness of a structured counselling program on knowledge of self care behaviour and coping strategies among HIV infected post-natal …

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Effectiveness Of Yoganidra On Quality Of Sleep Among Cancer Patients, Divya N. Anand Ms, Linu Sara George Dr, Anil Raj Mr Jan 2015

Effectiveness Of Yoganidra On Quality Of Sleep Among Cancer Patients, Divya N. Anand Ms, Linu Sara George Dr, Anil Raj Mr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Cancer is one of the major health problems that occur in people of all races and cultures. There is a dearth of literature on implementing non-pharmacological measures to improve quality of sleep among cancer patients. Objectives: This study assessed quality of sleep among cancer patients and the effectiveness of Yoganidra intervention on quality of sleep in terms of improvement using Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Methods: A survey was used in Phase I (n=25) to assess the quality of sleep using PSQI. In phase II, an evaluative approach was used through one group pre-test post-test design (n=19).The participants with …

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Effectiveness Of Choice Music And Anandabhairavi Raga On Adult Patients’ Pre-Procedural Anxiety, Jomon C. U Mr, Raja A Jan 2015

Effectiveness Of Choice Music And Anandabhairavi Raga On Adult Patients’ Pre-Procedural Anxiety, Jomon C. U Mr, Raja A

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Patients become anxious prior to any invasive procedures. In an attempt to relieve anxiety among the patients undergoing invasive endoscopic interventions, music has been proposed as safe and inexpensive antianxiety intervention. Methods: The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of Choice music and Anandabhairavi raga on adult patients’ pre-procedural anxiety in Kasturba Medical College and Hospital (KMCH), Mangalore. Trueexperimental pre-test post-test design was used. Using purposive sampling technique with random assignment, 30 samples each were assigned to both the Choice music and Anandabhairavi raga groups. Pre-procedural anxiety was assessed in both the groups before and after music intervention. Results: …

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Integration Of Evidence-Based Practice In Nursing Education: A Novel Approach, Preethy D'Souza Mrs, Anice George Dr, Judith A. Noronha Dr, Vishnu Renjith Mr Jan 2015

Integration Of Evidence-Based Practice In Nursing Education: A Novel Approach, Preethy D'Souza Mrs, Anice George Dr, Judith A. Noronha Dr, Vishnu Renjith Mr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Evidence based practice (EBP) has gained momentum globally, to provide effective and efficient health care. Although EBP has evolved to a great extent over the last two decades and is accepted as an important concept by all health care professionals, its integration in practice is still challenging. Integration of EBP in nursing profession both in nursing practice and nursing education is an important issue. This article describes the experience of the authors in integrating evidence based practice in nursing education in Manipal University. It focuses on the training of nurse educators in EBP, alignment of EBP in curriculum and EBP …

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A Survey On Practices Of Koraga Tribes During Diarrhoea In Children, Shrisha, Binu E. Margaret Mrs, Sheela Shetty Mrs Jan 2015

A Survey On Practices Of Koraga Tribes During Diarrhoea In Children, Shrisha, Binu E. Margaret Mrs, Sheela Shetty Mrs

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Every society follows different practices to treat various childhood illnesses. Tribal populations are isolated from the general population by their own lifestyle and practices. The objective of the study was to assess the treatment practices of the Koraga tribes during diarrhoea in children. Materials and Methods: A descriptive survey using face-to-face interview technique was undertaken among 200 caretakers of Koraga tribe using a semi-structured questionnaire. Data analysis was done using SPSS v16.0. Results: 110 (55%) respondents were using arrowroot mixture; curd and salt were used by 34 (17%) to treat diarrhoea. Other practices include use of wheat sooji porridge …

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Significance Of Herb-Drug Interactions In Clinical Practice: A Narrative Review, K J. Malagi Dr, Kamath Madhusudhana Dr Jan 2015

Significance Of Herb-Drug Interactions In Clinical Practice: A Narrative Review, K J. Malagi Dr, Kamath Madhusudhana Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: There has been a drastic increase in herb-drug interactions day-by-day as a result of an increase in the population using herb and its supplements along with the contemporary medicines. Objectives: To discuss the safety of usage of herbal medicines along with contemporary medicines in the management of lifestyle disorders. Method: This is a systemic review with narrative analysis. A study was carried out to understand the mode of herb-drug interaction in lifestyle disorders. Literature search was conducted with various titles and reports on medical indexed journals, focusing on herb-drug interaction on selected lifestyle disorders. Conclusion: The issue like herb-drug …

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Boerhaave’S Syndrome Repaired With Surgery And Oesophageal Stent Placement: A Case Report, Leena Sequira, L Ramachandra Dr Jan 2015

Boerhaave’S Syndrome Repaired With Surgery And Oesophageal Stent Placement: A Case Report, Leena Sequira, L Ramachandra Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: Boerhaave’s syndrome is a condition resulting in oesophageal tear, commonly affecting the distal part of the oesophagus. Early identification and treatment of the condition reduces mortality. In this condition the symptoms are not specific, which usually delays the diagnosis and results in poor outcome.

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