Screening Tools For Hiv-Associated Neurocognitive Disorders Among Adults Living With Hiv In Sub-Saharan Africa: A Scoping Review, Patrick N. Mwangala, Charles R. Newton, Melanie Abas, Amina Abubakar

Institute for Human Development, East Africa

Background: People living with HIV are at risk of developing HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders (HAND) which adversely affects their quality of life. Routine screening of HAND in HIV care is recommended to identify clinically important changes in cognitive functioning and allow for early interventions. However, HAND detection in routine clinical practice has never been reported in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), partly due to a lack of adequately standardized screening tools. This review was conducted to identify the commonly used screening tools for HAND in SSA and document their psychometric properties and diagnostic accuracy.
Methods: We searched Ovid Medline, PsycINFO and Web of …

Grant Will Explore Low Vision's Impact On Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors, Staff

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In-Situ Extraction And Impregnation Of Black Walnut Husk Into Polyethylene Film Using Supercritical Carbon Dioxide With An Ethanol Modifier, Johnathon Wenzel, Veronica Moorman, Lihua Wang, Cheryl S. Samaniego, Michelle Ammerman, Isaiah Spencer-Williams, Mitchell Hall

Chemical Engineering Publications

Walnuts are commonly cultivated for their kernel, which is a rich source of antioxidant phenolic compounds. The husk likewise contains antioxidant and antimicrobial compounds, but is typically discarded without further processing. Antioxidant compounds are useful in creating active packaging films, but typically decompose at melt extrusion temperatures in polymer processing. Due to carbon dioxide's low critical point and ability to swell polymer films, supercritical carbon dioxide may be used to impregnate phenolic compounds into polymers. For this study, a novel technique is used to simultaneously produce walnut husk extracts and impregnate the extract into polymer films in the same batch …

Chronic Environmental Exposure To Metal Mixtures In Tribal Populations And Potential Immune System Effects, Jennifer J. Ong

Biomedical Sciences ETDs

Hardrock mining in the United States (US) has left a legacy of mixed metal mine waste sites. Wastes may contain multiple metals of health concern, including arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury, and uranium, among others. Mining waste sites are disproportionately located on or contiguous to the watersheds of tribal lands. Due to proximity, and because of reliance on natural resources to maintain traditional diets and customs, Native American communities’ contact with multiple metals is often increased. Two impacted communities are the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe (CRST) and Navajo Nation. Both tribes have expressed concerns that metals in mine waste adversely affect …

The New Hampshire, Vol. 109 [110], No. 12 (Nov. 14, 2019), The New Hampshire

The New Hampshire Print Edition

An independent student produced newspaper from the University of New Hampshire. This volume was printed as 109, but it is the 110th volume in the series.

Training Students On The Pharmacist Patient Care Process Using An Electronic Health Record And Simulations, Deepti Vyas, May Chen, Eric G. Boyce, Suzanne Galal, Edward L. Rogan, Jenana Maker

School of Pharmacy Faculty Articles

Objective: To measure the impact of an electronic health record (EHR) and simulated physician encounters on student knowledge and skills related to the implementation phase of the Pharmacist Patient Care Process (PPCP). Secondary objectives were to measure students’ self-perceived abilities.

Methods: Students enrolled in a therapeutics course worked-up patient cases within an EHR. Students entered orders/ prescriptions into the computerised provider order entry (CPOE) platform. Faculty graded student work using a rubric. Students completed an instructor-developed pre-post attitudes survey and knowledge quiz.

Results: Two hundred students participated in this study and worked-up seven cases. Scores ranged from 67.7% to 88.2% …

The Progressive Transformation Of Medellín- Colombia: A Successful Case Of Women's Political Agency, María Auxiliadora González-Malabet

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Medellín, Colombia, once one of the most corrupt and violent cities in the world, is now one of the most progressive and democratic cities in South America. This transformation was due to the mobilization of women’s movements and the influx of women in the city’s executive branch. Female political agency and new urban development programs reshaped democratic practices for the citizenry. This research examines the robust association between women’s organizations, women from Compromiso Ciudanano (CC), and a solid and active civil society. The theoretical framework covers democratization, good governance, and Latin American/Indigenous Feminism. The sources include interviews, polls, news articles, …

Perceived Discrimination And Cardiovascular Outcomes In Blacks: A Secondary Data Analysis Of The Heart Score Study, Marilyn Aluoch

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Despite the consistent reduction in morbidity and mortality associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD) over the last four decades, CVD remains the leading cause of death globally. In the United States, Blacks are disproportionately affected by CVD compared to Whites. Blacks are also more likely to report incidence of perceived discrimination. Perceived discrimination has been linked to cardiovascular risk factors such as smoking, hypertension (HTN), hyperlipidemia, and obesity. However, the relationship between perceived discrimination and cardiovascular outcomes such as stroke, myocardial infarction, acute ischemic syndrome, coronary revascularization, and cardiac death remains unclear. The primary goal of this study was to examine …

Exploration Of Muscle Loss And Metabolic State During Prolonged Critical Illness: Implications For Intervention?, Liesl Wandrag, Stephen J. Brett, Gary S. Frost, Vasiliki Bountziouka, Mary Hickson

School of Health Professions

No abstract provided.

Deviation Between Projected And Observed Precipitation Trends Greater With Altitude, T. R. Murphy, M. E. Hanley, J. S. Ellis, P. H. Lunt

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

No abstract provided.

The De Haan Family, James C. Schaap

The Voice

No abstract provided.

Spartan Daily, November 13, 2019, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2019

Volume 153, Issue 34

Implementation Of Oral Health Recommendations In Pediatric Primary Care, Kelly Lucash

Dissertations

Abstract

Problem: Early childhood caries (ECC) is the most common chronic disease of childhood and fluoride is key to prevention. A major barrier to dental care for children is lack of access to a dental provider. Current practice recommendations include the application of fluoride varnish (FV) in the primary care setting. The purpose of this quality improvement initiative was to evaluate the number of FV applications in a Midwestern, suburban pediatric primary care practice.

Methods: An observational, descriptive design utilizing retrospective medical record reviews for children aged 12-, 18-, 24-, and 36-months who experienced well-child visits between April 1^{st …}

Impact Of A Web-Based Instructional Module Of Alzheimer’S Disease Within Seven Content Knowledge Domains, Joyce Haynie

Dissertations

Abstract

Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) has been classified as the most common form of dementia. Primary health care providers are usually the first clinicians to whom individuals present with symptoms of dementia. By 2050, it is expected that as many as 13.8 million Americans will be living with AD, and millions more will be placed in the challenging role of providing care for these individuals. However, studies continue to show that dementia is often underdiagnosed and under detected. The purpose of the study was to systematically inquire about the impact of AD education on level of knowledge about AD among primary …

From My First-Hand Experience, Unhealthy Sugar Habit Is Hard To Break, Syretta Spears

UCF Forum

Hidden sugar has kept me on and off the health and fitness wagon for most of my adult life.

Identifying Malnourishment In Geriatric Patients With Nutritional Screenings To Improve Surgical Outcomes, Laura Steadman, Leanne Livingston Peoples, Cassandra U. Winston-Griffin

Biennial Convention (CONV)

This project is to determine if geriatric patients identified as malnourished or at risk of malnourishment by pre-operative screening with the Mini-Nutritional Assessment (MNA) influence surgical outcomes within 30 days of surgery for patients 65 years old and older.

Association Of Receiving Multiple, Concurrent Fracture-Associated Drugs With Hip Fracture Risk, Rebecca T. Emeny, Chiang-Hua Chang, Jonathan Skinner, James A. O'Malley, Jeremy Smith, Gouri Chakraborti, Clifford J. Rosen, Nancy E. Morden

Dartmouth Scholarship

Importance: Many prescription drugs increase fracture risk, which raises concern for patients receiving 2 or more such drugs concurrently. Logic suggests that risk will increase with each additional drug, but the risk of taking multiple fracture-associated drugs (FADs) is unknown.

Objective: To estimate hip fracture risk associated with concurrent exposure to multiple FADs.

Design, Setting, and Participants: This cohort study used a 20% random sample of Medicare fee-for-service administrative data for age-eligible Medicare beneficiaries from 2004 to 2014. Sex-stratified Cox regression models estimated hip fracture risk associated with current receipt of 1, 2, or 3 or more of 21 FADs …

Malnutrition In Institutionalized Older People With Swallowing Impairment: The Weancare Modified Texture Foods Program, Milko Zanini, Annamaria Bagnasco, Gianluca Catania, Giuseppe Aleo, Stefania Ripamonti, Loredana Sasso

Biennial Convention (CONV)

The preliminary results of the WeanCare program, a personalized texture-modified food program for older people with swallowing impairment have shown a positive impact on the nutritional, biochemical, and functional profile in a cohort of institutionalized older people.

Reduction In Length Of Stay By Early Oral Feeding, Vivien Grayson, Victoria Mccue, James Adefisoye

All Publications

No abstract provided.

Implications Of Digital Health Information On Therapeutic Communication: A Case Study In Bandung, Indonesia, Siti Karlinah, Atwar Bajari, Wawan Setiawan, Ika Merdekawati Kusmayadi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The current phenomenon, patients visiting doctors generally have health information from the internet. So the study aimed to reveal the implications of the patient's health knowledge on the therapeutic communication of the doctor with the patient. This research used an interpretive approach with a case study method. Data collection techniques used interviews with 13 specialist doctors, 66 patients, and three Health Media Online Managers. The study was conducted in the city of Bandung for six months. The results showed that most patients obtained inaccurate health information from the Internet, so the doctor's attitude provides education. The doctor appreciated and supported …

What Are Best Strategies For Symptoms Management, Health, And Wellness Promotion Of Individuals With Diabetes?, Ogochukwu Vera Nnakwe

Biennial Convention (CONV)

The prevalence of diabetes has double within the past years.This study aims to identify the best strategies for symptoms management, health and wellness promotion of individuals with diabetes.Continuous creation of awareness and education can increase the knowledge of the people about this order so they can better manage their health.

Utilizing Motivational Interviewing To Encourage Weight Loss In Primary Care, Wendy Sergeant

Biennial Convention (CONV)

Motivational Interviewing is effective mode of communication not used regularly in Primary Care especially with obesity. The project aims to increase use of MI in obese patients among Nurses and Nurse Practitioners, and to demonstrate that MI is feasible and effective with those in Primary Care.

Central Intravenous Skills Using High-Fidelity Simulation Versus Traditional Methodologies Among Undergraduate Nursing Student, Kristie O. Hartman

Biennial Convention (CONV)

Nurse educators have been faced with a paradigm shift in meeting the needs of a technologically advanced generation. Healthcare demands and high faculty to student ratios require methodologies that facilitate clinical reasoning. This study examines the relationship of simulation in achieving learning outcomes by incorporating the knowledge and attitudes required.

The Role Of Secreted Proteases In Regulating Disease Progression In Staphylococcus Aureus, Brittney D. Gimza

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Staphylococcus aureus is a highly successful pathogen capable of producing a wealth of virulence factors in the human host. Of note, ten extracellular proteases are produced alongside these virulence factors and play a multifaceted role during infection. They not only cleave host proteins to promote bacterial invasion, immune evasion and survival, but also control disease progression by modulating the stability of self-derived pathogenic determinants. The importance of the secreted proteases modulating virulence factor stability is evidenced by our groups previous finding that a protease-null strain has a substantially increased infectious capacity in a murine model of sepsis; resulting from the …

Health-Promoting Behaviors And Subjective Well-Being Among High School Students, Nicholas David W. Smith

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

In positive psychology, a greater emphasis is placed on the presence of indicators of both physical and mental health. This study examined the relationship between 12 health-promoting behaviors and subjective well-being (SWB; e.g., happiness) in a sample of 450 high school aged youth from five high schools in two states. Participants reported on their dietary habits, physical activity, abstinence from tobacco products, abstinence from alcohol, and sleep hygiene (i.e., 8 unique components) as well as a multidimensional assessment of SWB (i.e., life satisfaction, positive affect, and negative affect). It was hypothesized that increased engagement in each of the health-promoting behaviors …

Front Matter, Human Biology Editors

Human Biology

Front cover and editorial credits

Front Matter, Human Biology Editors

Human Biology

Front cover and editorial credits

Method Of Predicting Obesity Comprising Measuring Neurotensin, B. Mark Evers, Jing Li, Paul Dobner, Olle Melander

Surgery Faculty Patents

The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a method for predicting increased risk of obesity on a non-obese subject. More particularly, the presently disclosed subject matter relates to a method of predicting increased risk of obesity in a non-obese subject by determining a level of neurotensin expression in a biological sample from the subject and comparing the level of neurotensin expression in the sample with a control level. The presently disclosed subject matter further relates to a method of preventing and/or treating obesity in a subject in need thereof by administering to the subject an effective amount of an agent …

The Utah Statesman, November 12, 2019, Utah State University

The Utah Statesman

Weekly student newspaper of Utah State University in Logan.

Athens News Writes About Brewing Class And 16th Century Yeast, Ohio University College Of Arts & Sciences

All Forum Articles

No abstract provided.