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Implant Treatment In The Predoctoral Clinic: A Retrospective Database Study Of 1091 Patients, Soni Prasad, Christopher Hambrook, Eric Reigle, Katherine Sherman, Naveen K. Bansal, Arthur F. Hefti

Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science Faculty Research and Publications

Purpose: This retrospective study was conducted at the Marquette University School of Dentistry to (1) characterize the implant patient population in a predoctoral clinic, (2) describe the implants inserted, and (3) provide information on implant failures.

Materials and Methods: The study cohort included 1091 patients who received 1918 dental implants between 2004 and 2012, and had their implants restored by a crown or a fixed dental prosthesis. Data were collected from patient records, entered in a database, and summarized in tables and figures. Contingency tables were prepared and analyzed by a chi-squared test. The cumulative survival probability of implants was …

Effect Of An Aquatic Environment On Dual-Task Performance In Older Adults, Devin Patterson

All Graduate Plan B and other Reports, Spring 1920 to Spring 2023

Background: Older adults tend to have difficulty maintaining balance. It has been suggested that the aquatic environment may provide a safer and more challenging alternative to land for balance training. It has also been suggested that the performance of a dual cognitive-balance task paradigm may increase the competition for cortical resources needed to maintain balance. There is a need to evaluate the influence of an aquatic environment on the performance of a combined cognitive and motor task paradigm in older adults. Purpose: To assess the effects of an aquatic environment on the performance of cognitive and motor tasks in older …

Religiosity And Chastity Among Single Young Adults And Married Adults, Sam A. Hardy, Brian J. Willoughby

Faculty Publications

The purpose of the present study was to present theological, philosophical, and psychological arguments for chastity as a virtue, and then test an empirical model linking religiosity to outcomes by way of values about chastity. Specifically, we tested a mediation model linking religiosity to outcomes via chastity values (beliefs about the importance of waiting until marriage to have sex and importance of sex within marriage as a bonding experience). This model was tested with a sample of single young adults (4,188) and a sample of married adults (2,531). Among single young adults, religiosity positively predicted abstinence beliefs, and abstinence beliefs …

Managing Sensor Systems For Early Detection Of Mild Cognitive Impairment In Community Elderly: Lessons Learned And Future Work, Boon Thai Ng, Hwee-Pink Tan, Hwee Xian Tan

Research Collection School Of Computing and Information Systems

The aging population is a pertinent issue faced by governments globally. One of the most common and costly health issues associated with the aging population is cognitive decline, leading up to dementia. In this paper, we describe a non-intrusive, continuous and scalable system for early detection of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) in the elderly, which enables early medical interventions to be provided. We focus on the system design and feature extraction of the sensor system, to validate our hypothesis of the use of sensor systems for early detection of MCI. Lessons learned from deploying the sensor system is presented, together …

Aging In Myanmar, John Knodel, Bussarawan Teerawichitchainan

Research Collection School of Social Sciences

This spotlight provides an overview of thesituation of older persons in Myanmar, an under-studied country ofover-50-million population. Myanmar is of particular interest to researchersand policy makers, given its overall level of poverty and modestly rapidpopulation aging. Research on older persons, while increasing in recent years,remains sparse. Empirical evidence indicates that Myanmar older persons are inrelatively poorer health compared to those in neighboring countries. Many livein abject poverty and depend on their families for material support.Coresidence is very common and facilitates reciprocal exchanges acrossgenerations. Looking ahead, Myanmar confronts important challenges includingdemographic shifts that reduce availability of family support for older personsand …

Prolonged Growth Hormone/Insulin/Insulin-Like Growth Factor Nutrient Response Signaling Pathway As A Silent Killer Of Stem Cells And A Culprit In Aging, Mariusz Ratajczak, Andrzej Bartke, Zbigniew Darzynkiewicz

NYMC Faculty Publications

The dream of slowing down the aging process has always inspired mankind. Since stem cells are responsible for tissue and organ rejuvenation, it is logical that we should search for encoded mechanisms affecting life span in these cells. However, in adult life the hierarchy within the stem cell compartment is still not very well defined, and evidence has accumulated that adult tissues contain rare stem cells that possess a broad trans-germ layer differentiation potential. These most-primitive stem cells-those endowed with pluripotent or multipotent differentiation ability and that give rise to other cells more restricted in differentiation, known as tissue-committed stem …

Leading Collaborative Research With A Person-Centred Academic Culture Project, Brendan G. Mccormack

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

In this presentation we will the key findings of our 18-month collaborative research project that has focused on generating a person-centred academic environment in nursing.

Gerontological Nursing Leadership Academy (Gnla): Leading Advancements In Interprofessional Care For Older Adults, Deborah F. Cleeter Bailey, Karen Reynolds, Deborah Ann D'Avolio, Patricia Ann Kappas-Larson

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

As the world's population ages, we must have effective leaders to guide advancements in care delivery and policy for older adults. The GNLA is designed to develop mid-career gerontological nurses as significant leaders. The intense fellowship is built upon three learning domains and a leadership mentoring triad.

Enhancing The Well-Being Of Older Adults And Young Adults With Developmental Disabilities Through Participation In An Intergenerational Community Garden: Participatory Action Research, Diane L. Keen

Doctorate of Nursing Science Dissertations

The purpose of this Participatory Action Research (PAR) study was to discover ways to enhance well-being in young adults with DD and older adults in the Oak Grove community. This dissertation details how PAR was used in the Oak Grove community to identify ways to enhance purpose and meaningful activity for older adults while developing positive relationships with younger adults with DD through qualitative methods.

Ryff and Keyes (1995) discovered that although some elements of well-being remain stable as a person ages, purpose-in-life drops significantly in older adults. In addition, young adults with developmental disabilities (DD) lack meaningful relationships, which …

Establishing International Research Collaborations: A Cross Cultural Perspective, Diana Lynn Woods, Priscilla Souza, Renee Pozza, Fernando Sanches, Celia Caldas

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The presentation will focus on a research collaboration between a university School of Nursing in Rio de Janeiro and a university School of Nursing in California, United States. the experience and insights of establishing a collaboration, engaging students , establishing common approaches, and future plans for sustaining this collaboration.

From Cherry Ame's Nursing Dreams To Sigma Theta Tau International Hall Of Fame, Jane M. Armer

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The presentation will share the story of progressing from the childhood dreams of becoming a nurse through the journey to becoming a successful nurse clinician, educator, and researcher.

Predicting Success: An Analysis Of The Characteristics Of Applicants To The Ontario Phcnp Program, Elsabeth Jensen, Shelley Walkerley

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This project investigated the characteristics of applicants to a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Program to learn who applies and what characteristics best predict success. The results add to our knowledge of who is interested in the program, the validity o processes for selecting students.

Care Models Of Individuals With Dementia And Properties Of Care At The Home, Gulsun Ozedemir Aydin, Nurten Kaya, Nuray Turan

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Health care team members have an important responsibility especially home care of individuals with dementia.This article examines literature and research findings about the dementia,care models, home care,nursing care and discusses the importance of subject.

Family Situations And Sleep Disturbance Of Chinese Elderly In Taiwan, Jong-Ni Lin

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This qualitative study mainly explored how family situations affect sleep appraisals by 50 Chinese elderly in Taiwan (mean age = 76.3 ± 11). Family situations, such as living status, caregiving roles, and family relationship, may play roles in influencing the sleep of older adults.

A Description Of Work Processes Used By Clinical Nurse Specialists (Cns) To Improve Patient Outcomes, Janet S. Fulton, Ann M. Mayo, Jane A. Walker, Linda Diann Urden

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This study identified processes used by CNs working in different settings to improve clinical outcomes. Findings demonstrated that CNS practice is situational and contextual; processes used to gain trust, solve problems, and communicate with other disciplines, when done well, are highly effective and often invisible.

Human Factors Engineering In Healthcare, Priyadarshini Pennathur

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Health care work systems are complex, Human factors engineering is a scientific discipline concerned with matching people’s capabilities and limitations to design through application of scientific principles and methods. Human factors principles must be considered and used in health care systems around the world.

Ihuman Project: Implementation And Evaluation Of Cloud-Based, Virtual-Patient, Case-Based Simulation, Elaine D. Kauschinger

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Research findings from a Duke University School of Nursing pilot project that incorporated a cloud-based, virtual-patient simulation learning platform, i-Human Patients (IHP), in two graduate advanced pathophysiology courses will be presented. Student survey results of experiences with IHP will also be discussed.

Promoting Healthy Behaviors In Nursing Students, Donna M. Callaghan

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This study investigated the effects of an educational intervention to promote healthy behaviors in nursing students. The findings of this study indicated that an intervention that focused on spiritual growth as the foundation of healthy behaviors resulted in more frequent practice of the healthy behaviors in nursing students.

Evidence-Based Pain Management Solutions, Michele Marie Farrington

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Pain is a frequent, complex, important clinical condition with established practice recommendations. EBP is an expected standard for care, yet is not consistently provided. Provision of evidence-based pain management requires nurses to balance numerous factors, including patient preferences, individual responses to interventions, and coordination with colleagues.

Cognitive And System Factors Impacting Nurses Postoperative Pain Management, Laura Cullen, Toni Tripp-Reimer

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Pain, a common patient experience has complex recommendations to guide practice. A qualitative study used observations, interviews and focus group to analyze cognitive and system factors during nurses" pain management when caring for post-operative total knee replacement patients.

Listen To Me: Noncaregiving Adult Children's Needs From Healthcare Providers, Munira Wells, Connie Rutan Kartoz

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The experience of adult children with healthy aging parents is largely ignored in the literature. This phenomenological study examined this experience and presented ways in which nurses can assist noncaregiving adults in navigating a life stage that involves independent but aging parents.

Are Students Prepared To Engage In Evidence-Based Practice (Ebp)? Developing Essential Ebp Skills, Sharon Stahl Wexler, Esma Paljevic, Marie-Claire Roberts, Lin J. Drury, Noreen Bridget Brennan

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Over the past six years we reimagined EBP throughout our undergraduate program using the AACN Baccalaureate Essentials as our guide. Student and faculty feedback was positive, work products were excellent. We measured EBP competencies for each cohort and were able to demonstrate success, however we did not have a cumulative measure of all of the students over time.

Purpose: To measure EBP competencies and knowledge of students in in the undergraduate program.

Methods: IRB approval was obtained from the university. The ACE Evidence Based Readiness Inventory (ACE-ERI) is an online instrument that measures self-reported competencies in EBP. The instrument …

Perceived Quality Of Life Following Falls: Voices Of Community-Dwelling Older Adults, Anthony A. Adeniran

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The purpose of the study was to document the voices of community-dwelling older adults" perceived quality of life following the experience of falls.

Effects Of Care Arrangements On Chinese Older Adults' Relocation To Long-Term Care Facilities, Jing Wang, Bei Wu, Wei Pan, Qing Yang

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

China's population is experiencing the most rapid aging process in the world. Elder care in China has become a growing public concern. This study was among the first to use national longitudinal survey data to examine how different care arrangements would affect institutionalization among Chinese community-dwelling older adults.

Enhancing Mental Health Competencies In Advanced Practice Nursing Graduates, Nancy E. Edwards, Susan J. Kersey

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: The purpose of this project was to assess the impact of a curricular enhancement of mental health content to Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner students. The project goal was to demonstrate the influence of this enhanced curricular content on graduating NP students" perceived competence and confidence in providing care for patients with basic mental health concerns in the primary care setting.

Methods: A gap analysis was conducted to determine the mental health content that needed to be integrated into the curriculum. The content was determined by comparing the current curriculum with the 2013 NONPF Population- Focused Nurse Practitioner …

Assessment And Management Of Alcohol Use Disorder In Older Adults: A Review Of The Evidence, Mary Dibartolo, Judith M. Jarosinski

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: The aim of this presentation is to summarize and critically evaluate the recent literature on methods to better identify AUD in older adults, including instruments specifically developed or modified for this age group, as well as, delineate targeted treatment strategies which may be more effective in achieving and maintaining sobriety in this population.

Background: Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) has been identified as a significant, under-recognized, underreported and hidden epidemic in the U.S. (Alpert, 2014). The prevalence is expected to rise dramatically as the number of adults aged 65 and older increases to one in five by 2030. Worldwide, older …

Advancing The Practice Of Nursing Through Specialty Fellowship Development, Kelly Keefe Marcoux, Shayleigh K. Dickson, Cathleen A. Cahill, Christopher Haines

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

In the United States, Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) include nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, nurse midwives and nurse anesthetists. This presentation will focus primarily on nurse practitioner APNs. Upon graduation from a master"s or doctoral program in nursing, APNs are eligible for national certification and state licensure in one of six population foci. APNs are fully prepared to practice in a variety of inpatient and ambulatory settings upon graduation; however, for APNs who choose to further specialize their practice within one of these population foci, options for post-graduate training are limited. Historically, fellowship training has been utilized by physicians to …

Clinical Practice Characteristics Of Nurse Practitioners Managing The Care Of Older Adults, Laurie Kennedy-Malone, Marianne Shaughnessy

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: A national survey of nurse practitioners (NP) who manage the care of older adults in the United States was conducted to determine the practice characteristics in terms of engagement in professional activities and clinical skills in relationship to years of experience as a nurse practitioner, practice setting, and population foci nurse practitioner preparation (adult, gerontological, adult-gerontology, family, or other).

Methods: The Advanced Practice Nurses Managing the Care of Older Adults Practice Profile (APNMCOA), a 153 item survey designed to ascertain practice characteristics of nurse practitioners managing the care of older adults was developed to be administered in an on-line …

Right Time In Medication Administration: A Multifaceted Concept, Juliana J. Brixey, William Scott Erdley

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: The medication administration process is a five-step procedure entailing prescribing, transcribing, dispensing, administering, and monitoring. Medication administration involves giving a pharmacological agent, such as a drug, to a patient or client. Within medication administration the patient expects the right medication, in the right dose, to be at the right time, and by the right route. ‘Right time", which is clearly identified as an important component of the medication administration process, should therefore be clearly defined as well achievable. ‘Right time" also implies a measurable period of time. The literature does not clearly define ‘right time" instead defining through linking …

Association Between Age-Related Hearing Loss And Disability In Older Adults: A Systematic Review, Tzu-Chia Lin, Miaofen Yen

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: Age-related hearing loss (ARHL) is the loss of hearing or proportional to the degree of hearing impairment that gradually occurs as we grow older. ARHL management also consumes an increasing portion of healthcare expenditures given the rising mean age of people. Previous studies have investigated the association of ARHL and disability in older adults, but the results are inconsistent. However, identifying potentially modifiable risk factors such as hearing loss would provide a substantial public health benefit. Therefore, the aim of the study was to comprehensively evaluate the evidence connecting ARHL to disability in older adults.

Methods: Studies were identified …