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Devon Tourism: The Story Of The County’S Economic Leviathan, Stephen Essex, Mark Brayshay

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

Over the past 149 volumes of these Transactions, fewer than half a dozen papers have focused directly on tourism in Devon. Given its key role in shaping the county’s history, landscape and infrastructure, and its contemporary social and economic character, such a dearth of studies is striking and contrasts with the burgeoning body of scholarly work on Devon tourism aired elsewhere. The aim of this paper is to offer a broad, benchmark review of the origins, historical growth and changing character, as well as the contemporary state and future prospects, of tourism in the county. The analysis demonstrates how the …

Dementia Awareness And Support Training Outside Of Healthcare: A Realist Synthesis Of What Works, For Whom, In What Circumstances And Why?, K Turner, A Warren, K Bannigan, I Sherriff

School of Health Professions

No abstract provided.

Seeking Opinion Leaders On Twitter: The #Delete Facebook Campaign, Young Joon Lim, Jennifer Lemanski

Communication Faculty Publications

In the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, some opinion leaders show their public and personal motive to call for action against Facebook on the Twitter network. This study analyzes the #deletefacebook campaign, seeking opinion leaders who initiate and popularize it on Twitter. By using NodeXL, this study visualizes and identifies the procedures of how a Twitter campaign goes viral by influential people on Twitter.

Nurse Migration And Distribution: A Global Determinant To Achieving 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, Veronica Wathome, Esther Park

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The 2016 Global Conference on Health Promotion resulted in a declaration identifying health and well being as crucial to achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. This poster provides analysis on the impact of nurse migration and maldistribution on said goals, and pivots the profession as a critical determinant of success.

Effect Of Multimedia Intervention On Stress Perception Of Nicu In The Father Of Premature Infants, Wan-Ting Wu, Li-Chi Huang, Pei-Qing Chen

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Modern medical form of information age, using multimedia nursing instructions to improve on stress perception of the neonatal intensive care unit and knowledge of preterm infants' development in the fathers of preterm infants.

Factors Influencing Psychosocial Adjustment In Patients After Reconstructive Surgeries For Oral Cancer, Wei-Ling Hsiao, Tsae-Jyy Wang, Ming-Hsiou Lu, Wei-Wei Chen, Shu-Chiung Lee

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The study aim was to explore the relationships among, facial disfigurement, depression, social support, and psychosocial adjustment in patients after reconstructive surgeries for oral cancer.

The Brain Type Of Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorders, Tomokazu Sugaya, Eiko Sugaya, Chizuru Mori

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The purpose of this study is to clarify the characteristics of brain type of adolescents with ASD. It was investigated with EQ-SQ. The brain types were no extreme Type S. This suggests that the type of brain may differ from adults with ASD.

I Am Woman: Gender Specific Issues For Australian Women Following Traumatic Brain Injury, Kate M. O'Reilly

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This paper presents preliminary findings regarding the experience of women following traumatic brain injury. Without this research there is a risk that clinical care, policy development and advocacy services will not effectively accommodate women with traumatic brain injury.

The Development And Feasibility Of A Pedometer-Based Exercise System For Women With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Jen-Chen Tsai, Mei-Ling Wu

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

In this study, a pedometer-based exercise support system on smartphone was proposed for SLE women. Mean daily steps ranged between 1578 and 4050 with the mean of 2669 steps/day. They reported satisfaction for the system to promote daily activity at homes. Further evaluation of its efficacy is in progress.

Anteroposterior Episode To Contract Their Disease And The Process Before Leading To The First Consultation, Makiko Mori

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Through the discussion about the result of this study, we aim to obtain the suggestions of the discharge support and of the nursing care for the mentally disabled patients who live in the regional area.

Sailing Through Ethnographic Data Collection On A Hospital Ship, Sonja Dawson, Debra Jackson, Doug Elliott

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This is a reflection on the experiences of data collection by the researcher positioned as a participant observer whilst conducting an ethnographic study of nurses volunteering in an international humanitarian context on a hospital ship.

The Effects Of Mindfulness-Based Interventions For Care Courses On Nurses' Awareness And Mood In Taiwan, Meei-Horng Yang, Hung-Ru Lin, Yue-Cune Chang, Wei-Ling Huang

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Qualitative and quantitative approaches were used to understand the effects of mindfulness-based interventions on nurses' awareness and mood. A pre- and post-test design was used in this study. The results of GEE method showed that that there were no significantly differences between these two groups in both CMAAS and BSRS-5.

Validation Of Instruments For Older Hospitalized Patients At Risk For Functional Decline, Mei-Chun Wang, Shu Hua Lu

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The study aims at examining the reliability and validity of the following three assessment instruments commonly used in Taiwan to predict functional decline among hospitalized elderly: Identification of Seniors at Risk-Hospitalized Patients, Variable Indicative of Placement Risk, and Hospital Score for the Evaluation of the Risk of Loss of Autonomy.

The Associations Of Socioeconomic Factors To Cognitive Symptoms In Menopausal Transition, Eun-Ok Im, Yun Hu, Ching-Yu Cheng, Young Ko, Eunice Chee, Wonshik Chee

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This presentation reports the findings of a secondary analysis on the associations of socioeconomic factors to cognitive symptoms among four racial/ethnic groups of midlife women in the U.S.

Children Oral Symptoms: The Beneficial Role Of The Oral Microbiota And Oral Health Behaviors, Susana Calderon, Seon-Yoon Chung

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The participants will expect to learn knowledge on what helps alleviate children oral health symptoms by implementing oral health behavior interventions that target oral microbiota.

Does Administration Of Glucose Gel Prevent The Need For Intravenous Glucose In Infants With Hypoglycemia?, Nancy P. Mizzoni

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Hypoglycemia in neonates is a serious yet preventable condition that can lead to lifelong disability. If feeding is unsuccessful admission to the special care unit for intravenous glucose is usually indicated, separating the mother and baby. This quality improvement explores if glucose gel administration prevents the need for IV glucose.

Rn-To-Bsn Education, Global And Population Health Project: Think Global, Act Local, Andrew Scanlon, Courtney Reinisch Reinisch, Sarah Elizabeth Kelly, Janice Smolowitz

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

US RN to BSN programs are required achieve ACCN The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice, to achieve Essential VII: Clinical Prevention and Population Health a Community Health and Population-Focused Health Promotion Activity based at the university was conducted.

Rescue Prep For Colonoscopy, Michele Pastorius, Donna Bernard

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This is a nursing quality improvement project created to provide poorly prepped colonoscopy patients with an active option to improve their colonoscopy procedure, on-site. Those patients who qualify can drink magnesium citrate after the discovery interview, wait four hours then, have a successful gastroenterology experience.

The Prevalence And Incidence Of Sleep Disorders In Nurses, Min-Huey Chung, Calvin Lam

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Current study conducted a retrospective cohort study with the objective clinically diagnosed data to reveal the prevalence and incidence of Sleep Disorders for the whole nurse population of Taiwan, regarding the impact of the associated demographic and work-related factors.

Family Surrogates' Values For The Life-Sustaining Ventilation Decision Of Critically-Ill Non-Cancer Patients, Chia-Wei Yu, Shiuyu Katie C. Lee

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The purpose of this study was to understand the family surrogates’ values as whether to forgo or receive life-sustaining ventilation for their critically-ill, life-threatening, non-cancer sick family.

Factors Influence Psychological Well-Being And Suicidal Ideation Among Taiwanese College Students, Pi-Ming Yeh

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships among Taiwanese college student's psychological well-being, spiritual well-being, coping strategies, anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. The significant factors influencing psychological well-being and suicidal ideation were also examined.

Comparison Of Lumbar Fusion Surgery With/Without Isobar Device Among Patients With Lumbar Spine Degeneration, Meng-Shan Wu, Shu-Fen Su

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

1.Lumbar fusion surgery with ISOBAR device and PLIF surgery both can reduce back pain & disability for patients with lumbar degenerations patients.

2.Lumbar fusion surgery with ISOBAR device had better efficacy in reducing back pain & disability than the PLIF surgery.

The Life Experiences Of Community Older Adults With Mental Illness In Taiwan, Jiin-Ru Rong, Su-Jung Jr. Liao, Wen Kuei Sr. Liao, Chiahan Wu

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This study was to explore the subjective living experiences of elderly people with mental illness in Taiwan community. The continuation enhances strength to survive for coping with the aging and mental health problem was identified as the core category of the life experiences in the older adults in this study.

A Longitudinal Study On Body Constitutions In Pre-Pregnancy And Postpartum Women, Li-Li Chen, Jun-Dai Lin, Amy Shu-Chuan Lin

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This study established evidence data for yang-xu, yin-xu, and stasis body constitution values and their changes within the six months following childbirth. The results might provide obstetric medical professionals planning for six months postpartum TCM body constitution healthcare measures basis.

Factors Associated With Glycemic Control In Insulin-Treated Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Ruey-Hsia Wang

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Adherence rate of frequency of insulin injection, empowerment perceptions, and diabetes distress were important explanatory factors of HbA1c levels in insulin-treated patients. Nurses providing care to patients with type 2 diabetes and received insulin injection may be interested in this article.

The Relationship Of Caregiver's Stress And Satisfaction Of The Care Needs Among Icu Family Caregiver, Pei-Shan Hung, Nai-Wen Chang

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The results of 107 primary caregivers collected from May, 27. to June, 27, 2014 showed that the biggest stress perceived by caregiver was the patients' disease characteristics. If the clinical staff provided the information of the disease and treatment timely, the caregivers were satisfied with the domain of care needs.

Do Nursing Students Attitudes Toward Disabled Persons Change After Immersion In A Community Program?, Cynthia L. Cummings

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This presentation will discuss the findings of a two year program to immerse nursing students into a community home-base program involving persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This study will highlight how students' attitudes changed after working closely with this population and how this process can be adopted.

Fostering Leadership Skills Of Family Nurse Practitioner Students Through The Use Of Peer Mentoring, Sheryl Marckstadt, Nicole Gibson, Robin Arends, Victoria L. S. Britson, S. Jo Gibson

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Leadership and mentoring are integral components of the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) role. There is a lack of opportunities for APRN students to acquire and demonstrate these skills. Peer mentoring of APRN students can lead to increased confidence in their leadership abilities and ease adjustment to the APRN role.

Managing The Demands Of The Preregistration Nursing Programme: Views Of Students With Mental Health Conditions, Pras Ramluggun

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Participants will be better informed of the additional challenges faced by the increasing number of students enrolling on the preregistration nursing programme with pre-existing mental health conditions. The presentation will highlight the challenges and opportunities to effectively engage and support these nursing students in their clinical and classroom learning environments.

Investigation Of Outcome And Related Factors Of Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation After In-Hospital Cardiac Arrest In Inpatients, Yi Ting Liu

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This study mainly focuses on inpatients, analyzing the incidence of in-hospital cardiac arrest, to understand the outcomes of CPR in hospitalized patients and to further investigate the related influencing factors.