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Volume 1, Chapter 5-2: Ecophysiology Of Development: Spore Germination, Janice M. Glime

Bryophyte Ecology Subchapters

No abstract provided.

Volume 1, Chapter 7-2: Water Relations: Movement, Janice M. Glime

Bryophyte Ecology Subchapters

No abstract provided.

Volume 1, Chapter 7-1: Water Relations: Conducting Structures, Janice M. Glime

Bryophyte Ecology Subchapters

No abstract provided.

Volume 1, Chapter 7-3: Water Relations: Plant Strategies, Janice M. Glime

Bryophyte Ecology Subchapters

No abstract provided.

Volume 2, Chapter 11-2: Aquatic Insects: Bryophyte Roles As Habitats, Janice M. Glime

Bryophyte Ecology Subchapters

No abstract provided.

The Impact Of Self-Care Education On Heart Failure Patients With A High Risk For Readmission, Neil Williams Ii

Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects

The purpose of this Capstone Project study was to answer the question: Does self-care education improve knowledge and decrease 30 day readmission rates in a class of heart failure patients that are at high risk for exacerbation? The study used a randomized control design with a pre-test/post-test. A convenience sample of 50 African Americans diagnosed with heart failure were entered; control group (n=25) and experimental group (n=25). Both groups received the Heart failure Pre/Post Test developed by the researcher during the initial interview and four weeks post discharge. The experimental group received a phone call weekly over the four weeks …

Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy In A Sample Of Wic Participants, Sarah Rowe

Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects

Breastfeeding is recognized as the gold standard for infant nutrition. Women enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) give birth to over half of the infants born in the US and over 50% of manufactured formula is sold to WIC participants. The aim of this study was to determine the breastfeeding self-efficacy score and to evaluate if there was a relationship between breastfeeding self-efficacy scores and initiation and duration of breastfeeding in a sample of women enrolled in a WIC program. A total of 33 subjects were included in this study. Findings indicated women …

Town Of Salem, New Hampshire Annual Report For The Year 2014., Salem Town Representatives

Salem, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.

2014 Annual Report Town Of Sandown, Nh., Sandown Town Representatives

Sandown, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.

Bridgewater College Catalog, Session 2015-16, Bridgewater College

Bridgewater College Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Interim Project Descriptions, 2015, Wofford College. Committee On The Interim

Interim Catalogues

No abstract provided.

An Analysis Of The Effects Of The Carbohydrate Intake And Hydration On Feeling Of Exertion Throughout A Marathon, Kristine M. Baumann, Kaitlyn Proulx

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The popularity of marathon running has grown exponentially since the 1970s (Noakes, 2003). This major gain in popularity has led to an increased interest in hydration and nutrition for marathon runners (Tucker et al 2009). The effects of dietary factors such as carbohydrates (CHO) and water on endurance has been extensively studied related to performance, but few studies have examined nutrition’s effect on feelings of exertion. The current study aimed to determine how the in-race nutrition and hydration habits of marathon runners affect their feelings of exertion throughout a 26.2-mile race. Individuals running Grandma’s Marathon in Duluth, MN on June …

The Effect Of Education On Folic Acid In Women On Childbearing Age And Low Socioeconomic Status, Macey I. Bentley, Anna R. Goetsch, Courtney L. Perpich

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of education to women of lower socioeconomic status about the importance of folic acid use before and during pregnancy. Previous research has shown the significance of folic acid in preventing neural tube defects; however, research has shown that women of lower socioeconomic status are not equipped with proper education regarding folic acid usage periconceptionally. An educational session was provided to three women’s shelters regarding folic acid, and questionnaires were used to gauge knowledge on folic acid before and after the sessions. The statistical analysis was consistent with our hypothesis in …

Current Usage Of Animal Assisted Therapy In Nursing Homes In Ramsey County, Minnesota, Lauren K. Duerst, Natalie E. Nikonovich, Ashley M. Young

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The main purpose of this study was to determine the use of animal assisted therapy (AAT) for residents living in nursing home facilities in Ramsey County, Minnesota. Furthermore we compiled the thoughts and opinions of each facility director regarding the usage and perceived barriers that accompany the implementation of AAT programs.

Comparison Of Oral And Printed Health Literacy Tools In Hypertension Education For Low-Income Patients, Andrew D. Forsgren, Annie Heggestad, Charles Ruegemer

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Hypertension is a prevalent health concern in today’s society, especially among individuals of low-income economic status. An increased risk for heart disease has long been correlated to hypertension, and this risk increases further as the population ages. Patient education is crucial for prevention and management of diseases such as hypertension; therefore it is necessary to develop effective education tools. This is particularly true among high-risk groups such as low-income populations. This study compared the efficacy of printed educational materials versus orally presented educational materials in terms of improving patient knowledge regarding hypertension. Subjects were randomly assigned to either the printed …

Nursing Annual Report: 2015, Centracare Health

Nursing Annual Report

Video Observation

Opiod Protocol and Pain Management

Dialysis Move

Wound Center Achieves 95 Percent Healing Rate

Behavioral Escalation Response Team

Medical Unit 2 Remodeling Project

Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation

Clinic Connectoin: Winter 2015, Centracare Clinic

Clinic Connection

• President’s Message: "Engaging our communities in times of scarce resources"

Multiple Research Methods As A Way To Explore The Longitudinal Impact Of The Rural Village Library In Africa, Valeda Dent

University Libraries Faculty Publications

This paper will focus on the body of qualitative and quantitative research conducted since 2004 to explore the impact of several rural libraries in Uganda and Burkina Faso, in Africa. This longitudinal study is ongoing, and outcomes are currently being used to support the development of a rural village library framework in Uganda, and perhaps elsewhere on the continent, as well as generate support for these village libraries in Africa. Areas being studied include impact of the libraries on student academic achievement, impact on teaching, impact on local literacy practices, impact on mother/child literacy practices, impact on learning readiness of …

Impact Of Freight Traffic On School Walking Decisions In Urban Environments, Stephanie S. Ivey, Marian Levy, Marla B. Royne, Kelsey Ford, Kranthi Guthikonda

Journal of Transportation Management

In light of the decline in social acceptance of walking and biking to school, there is a critical need to examine issues impacting school transportation decisions and to identify strategies to promote healthier behavior. In urban areas with high volume freight corridors, factors affecting school walking decisions can be complicated by increased truck and rail traffic. This paper presents findings from a study of urban neighborhoods in a major southeastern city, including those that are adjacent to freight corridors. Perceptions of neighborhood residents are compared in the context of existing infrastructure and network characteristics (urban vs. urban freight-centric). The results …

Women With Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase Gene Polymorphism And The Need For Proper Periconceptional Folate Supplementation, Maureen Sullivan, Tiffany Murray, Haregewein Assefa

Touro College of Pharmacy (New York) Publications and Research

Maternal folate supplementation is critical for fetal development. Women with MTHFR (methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase) gene polymorphisms may not be getting the proper folate form to support fetal development. The objectives of this review were to: (1) undertake a comprehensive review on the association of MTHFR polymorphisms with the risk for various congenital diseases and other adverse pregnancy outcomes, (2) assess the efficacy and safety of current folic acid and other supplementations in women with the MTHFR polymorphism, and (3) provide guidance on the appropriate supplementation for women of childbearing potential with the MTHFR gene polymorphism in order to decrease these adverse …

Annual Report, 2015, University Of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Dale Bumpers College Of Agricultural, Food And Life Sciences. Dept. Of Biological And Agricultural Engineering

Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department Annual Report

No abstract provided.

From Tortillas To Low-Carb Wraps: Capitalism And Mexican Food In Los Angeles Since The 1920s, Enrique C. Ochoa

Diálogo

Tortillas and products made from maize provided subsistence to early Mesoamerican civilizations, and are central to Mexican national identity, Latino/a communities, and the globalization of Mexican foods. In the U.S., tortillas represent one of the fastest growing sectors of the food industry. This study shows how the adaptive nature of capitalism leads to a refining of colonial praxis, using the tools of industrialization, nutrition science, and marketing as new methods for colonizing maize and delinking it from Mexican culture and history.

Nourishing Communities And Consciousness At The Grassroots: An Interview With Carlos Ortez Of Un Solo Sol Kitchen In Boyle Heights, Enrique C. Ochoa, Fernando Mejía, Carlos Ortez

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No abstract provided.

How America Eats: A Social History Of U.S. Food And Culture, Caitlin S. Peters

Diálogo

No abstract provided.

Rooted In Soil, Laura Fatemi, Farrah Fatemi, Liam Heneghan

DePaul Art Museum Publications

No abstract provided.

Annual Report, 2014-2015, University Of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Division Of Student Affairs

Division of Student Affairs Annual Reports

No abstract provided.

Undergraduate Catalog Of Studies, 2014-2015, University Of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Undergraduate Catalog of Studies

No abstract provided.

Winthrop University Undergraduate Scholarship 2015 Book Of Abstracts, Winthrop University, Undergraduate Research Office, Winthrop University

Abstract Books

University College proudly presents the fourth annual Winthrop University Undergraduate Scholarship Book of Abstracts. This year’s book chronicles the accomplishments of students and faculty mentors from 23 academic departments and programs, spanning all five colleges of the university: College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), College of Business Administration (CBA), College of Education (COE), College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) and University College (UC).

The Effects Of Bright Light Intervention On Flight Crew Behavioral Alertness And Cognitive Fatigue, Lori Brown, Geoffrey Whitehurst

International Symposium on Aviation Psychology - 2015

The study aimed to investigate the efficacy of bright light intervention to improve behavioral alertness and reduce cognitive fatigue in flight crew-members. During the four week study, crewmembers wore actigraph bands to monitor sleep behaviors. Self-assessed levels of sleepiness were recorded using the Karlosinska Sleepinees Scale (KSS), and self-assessed fatigue was measured using the Samn-Perelli (SP) fatigue scale. Participants completed psychomotor vigilance tests (PVT) to measure behavioral alertness. On the third and fourth weeks of the study, participants were exposed to short wavelength bright light (465nm blue) light intervention. The results show that there was a significant difference in alertness …

Annual Report Of The Town Of Atkinson, New Hampshire For The Year 2014., Atkinson Town Representatives

Atkinson, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.