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The Role Of Mucin-Educated Platelet Activation In Tumor Invasiveness: An Unfolding Concern In The Realm Of Cancer Biology, Akbar Shoukat Ali, Arzoo Ajaz

BioMedicine

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Effects Of Swimming Exercise On Nerve Regeneration In A Rat Sciatic Nerve Transection Model, Chien-Fu Liao, Tse-Yen Yang, Yung-Hsiang Chen, Chun-Hsu Yao, Tzong-Der Way, Yueh-Sheng Chen

BioMedicine

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Facility Evaluation Of Resigned Hospital Physicians:Managerial Implications For Hospital Physician Manpower, Kao-Chi Cheng, Tsung-Lin Lee, Yen-Ju Lin, Chiu-Shong Liu, Cheng-Chieh Lin, Shih-Wei Lai

BioMedicine

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Medical Students’ Awareness And Perception Of National Health Examinations, Lii-Tzu Wu, Tsuei-Yuan Lai, Chiu-Shong Liu, Cheng-Chun Lee, Cheng-Chieh Lin, Meei-Ling Horng

BioMedicine

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Metabolic Abnormality And Sleep Disturbance Are Associated With Clinical Severity Of Patients With Schizophrenia, Chung-Chieh Hung, Chin-Chih Liao, Po-Lun Wu, Shin-Da Lee, Hsien-Yuan Lane

BioMedicine

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Vol. 43, No. 9 - Whole No. 294, Eleanor M. Farrell

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

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Vol. 43, No. 5/6 - Whole No. 290/291, Eleanor M. Farrell

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

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Vol. 43, No. 4 - Whole No. 289, Eleanor M. Farrell

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

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Lucretia Council Cochran Chapter, Daughters Of The American Revolution Scrapbook 1992-1994, Lucretia Council Cochran Chapter, Daughters Of The American Revolution

Lucretia Council Cochran and Texas Bluebonnet Chapters, Daughters of the American Revolution Scrapbooks

Scrapbook created by the Lucretia Council Cochran Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution containing materials from 1992-1994.

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Peer Feedback In Nursing Students: A Concept Analysis, Danielle Fleming, Jean Yockey, Susan B. Fowler, Lorie Truhe

General Submissions: Academic Settings and Education-based Materials

Peer feedback is a valuable tool in the nursing skills lab for improving student performance, learning, and self-reflection. Peer feedback has been demonstrated to improve student satisfaction and academic performance when conducted effectively while preparing nursing students for clinical practice (Wong & Shorey, 2022). Giving and receiving peer feedback allows students to develop conflict resolution, self-reflection, and critical thinking abilities (Tornwall, 2018). As nursing programs shift toward competency-based education, developing peer feedback skills becomes increasingly important within the nursing curriculum. This concept analysis aims to understand the concept of peer feedback in pre-licensure nursing students. Implications: Understanding peer feedback allows …

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Book Review: Atomic Habits, Hadley Parker

Marriott Student Review

Atomic Habits, a book by performance coach James Clear, has taken the world by storm since its release in 2018. In this debut self-improvement novel, Clear seeks to explain how small, good habits will lead to great success in both your personal and professional life. As the psychology of daily habits and their formation is established, Clear’s tried-and-true formula for breaking down bad habits and building new ones comes into play, and it’s not only reasonable but shockingly familiar for the religious majority here at BYU.

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The Harmful Nature Of The Busy Mindset, Nate Applegate

Marriott Student Review

In a world full of influencers trying to be inspirational, Randy Pausch stands out for his wisdom and example of optimism amidst adversity. Facing the relentless advance of pancreatic cancer and given only six months to live, Pausch, a renowned computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon University, delivered a powerful and stirring Last Lecture in 2007. Throughout this final lesson, he shared invaluable insights on life’s significance, emphasizing the finite, yet invaluable, nature of time: “Time is all you have. And you may find one day that you have less than you think.”

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Managing Agitation And Aggression In Patients With Dementia, Christiana Dennis-Fallah

DNP and Student Works

Dementia is a degenerative progressive disease that leads to multiple behavioral disturbances particularly behaviors of agitation and aggression. Risperdal is the most common antipsychotic agent used in patients with dementia experiencing these behaviors, however, there are associated risks with it use. There are non-pharmacological interventions to medications that can be beneficial and pose no risk in the management of agitation and aggression. The research reviewed demonstrated evidence that non-pharmacological interventions should be used prior to antipsychotic medications. Some interventions currently being used are aromatherapy, doll therapy, and music therapy. The caring theory suggest that the approach to caring is the …

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Characteristics Of Veterans’ Last Clinical Contact Prior To Suicide Attempt Or Death, Michael P. Simons, Bryce Clausen, Claire Houtsma, Joseph Boffa

Dr. Joseph M. Moerschbaecher, III Graduate Research Day

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The Effect Of Exercise Type On Working Memory, Ariana Gonzalez, William R. Kochen

Journal for Sports Neuroscience

Martial arts encompass a wide range of sports and techniques that have been practiced for self-defense and combat for thousands of years. It has expanded to include various styles such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, judo, and karate. It has also been practiced as a form of exercise and entertainment. Martial arts have been associated to discipline, integrity, improved stamina, and increased mental and problem-solving capabilities. Unlike other exercise methods, most martial arts require focus, skill, and technique, which have been hypothesized to improve memory. The purpose of the study was to determine if there was a significant improvement in the …

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Quality Of Outpatient Care In Lebanon: A Cross-Sectional Survey, Georges Choueiry, Anna Maria Henaine, Rayan Darwish, Pascale Salameh

Patient Experience Journal

Patient experience is an important driver of healthcare improvement. Yet, in Lebanon, there is a lack of studies focusing on the satisfaction of outpatients with healthcare quality. This study aims to assess the quality of outpatient care in Lebanon from the patient’s perspective and identify its determinants. A cross-sectional survey was administered, between December 2023 and January 2024, to 265 participants over 18 years old who consulted a healthcare provider, excluding dentists. We used linear regression to determine factors affecting consultation quality as perceived by the participants. Waiting time before consultations typically ranged from 5 to 15 minutes, the average …

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A Role Discovered: Exploring Northwell Health's Patient Experience Structure And Leadership Characteristics, Agnes Barden, Nicole Giammarinaro, Natalie Rousseau, Carolyne Burgess

Patient Experience Journal

Examining the evolution of healthcare, leaders in patient experience (PX) have played a pivotal role in shaping a more compassionate and human-centered landscape. This three-part multi-modal descriptive study aimed to investigate shared traits, skills, and characteristics among PX leaders in hospital settings. Employing a transformational leadership self-assessment tool and a guided interview process, recurring themes surfaced. The majority of participants reported employing a transformational leadership style. PX leaders emphasized the significance of communication, empathy, adaptability, teamwork, presence, and relationship-building in their roles. While hospital executive leaders had a slightly varied perspective on essential PX leader skillsets, they underscored the importance …

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Experiences Of Psychosocial Support In Group Rehabilitation Interventions From Adults With Chronic Conditions – A Qualitative Systematic Review, Jenny Mäkeläinen, Ulla Jämsä, Anne Oikarinen, Maria Kääriäinen, Heidi Siira

Patient Experience Journal

Aims and objectives: Psychosocial support is essential in group rehabilitation interventions aiming at supporting adaptation to chronic illness and disability. Aim was to synthesize qualitative evidence on how adults with chronic conditions experience psychosocial support in group rehabilitation interventions. Materials and Methods: Four databases (CINAHL, Medic, Pubmed, Scopus) were searched for qualitative studies published between 2009-2022. Study selection and critical appraisal were independently performed by two authors using the JBI Critical Appraisal Checklist. Study selection and critical appraisal were independently performed by two authors. Data were synthesized through inductive content analysis. Results: The findings from nine studies were synthesized into …

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An Exploratory Qualitative Study Of Perinatal Experiences In An Acute Setting During Early Phases Of The Covid-19 Pandemic, Sharon Hoosein, Pamela Winchester, Stephanie Babinski, Naomi Smith, Payalben Bhavsar, Susan Law

Patient Experience Journal

The COVID-19 pandemic was highly disruptive for people delivering babies in-hospital and for obstetrical healthcare professionals. The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of people with or without COVID-19 giving birth in a community-based hospital to provide patient insight to obstetrical care providers regarding the services/policies used during the pandemic. Nine interviews were conducted with participants within six months of giving birth in-hospital – four who tested positive for COVID-19 and five who tested negative. Seven themes were identified in the analysis: conflicting emotions; experiences of COVID-related protocols; altered experiences of pregnancy and birth; other aspects of …

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Driving Healthy Behaviors Through Social Support: The Role Of Co-Responsibility In Weight Loss And Maintenance, Melanie Knufinke-Meyfroyt, Carlo Lancia, Yentl Lodewijks, Simon Nienhuijs, Eva Deckers

Patient Experience Journal

Objective: The effectiveness of out of hospital lifestyle interventions in healthcare is likely co-dependent on social support from involved one's. We sought to investigate the interrelationships between patient-partner Co-responsibility, Spousal Support, and Self-efficacy and the mechanisms through which they contribute to health behaviors and outcomes relevant to weight loss and maintenance. Methods: Co-responsibility, Spousal Support, self-efficacy, health outcomes and health behaviors like total weight loss, physical activity, OBESI-Q, and health satisfaction were assessed through a questionnaire among 868 individuals attempting to lose weight. Full and semi-partial correlations were used to understand the association between Co-responsibility, Spousal Support, Self-efficacy …

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“You May Not Appreciate This Now, But You May Later”: A Qualitative Analysis Of The Impact And Meaning Of Legacy Interventions As Defined By Bereaved Parents, Stephanie Barta, Cassandra Matz, Stephany Griswold, Foster Rosemund, Caroline Boyd, Sarah Scott, Eileen Auer Bennett, Jennifer Staab

Patient Experience Journal

The death of a child is a significant event that affects the family system. Families of dying children need comprehensive support to help them cope with their trauma and loss. However, there is little research that examines parental preferences and grieving support needs. This study explored bereaved parent mentors' perspectives on legacy interventions to identify preferences and guide best practices for legacy interventions provided by pediatric staff. Legacy interventions can be defined as a practice that encourages families to process, create, and reflect on their experiences, stories, and memories. Six parents whose child died ≥2 years ago and who volunteered …

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Patient, Family, And Health Professional Perspectives Of How Families Are Involved In Adult Inpatient Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Kaylee Eady, Katherine A. Moreau, Shawn Marshall, Mary Egan

Patient Experience Journal

Objective: We aimed to answer the following research question: From the perspectives of patients, family members, and health professionals, how are families involved in the rehabilitation of adult patients with Traumatic Brain Injury at an inpatient Acquired Brain Injury service within an adult rehabilitation centre? Methods: We used an interpretive qualitative approach, from a constructivist view. This approach allowed us to understand and describe family involvement from the perspectives of patients with Traumatic Brain Injury, family members, and health professionals. We conducted one-on-one interviews with patients, family members, and health professionals. We used a three-step analysis method: data …

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Exploring Consumer And Clinician Attitudes Towards Patient Reported Outcome Measures (Proms) In An Australian Inpatient Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Unit: A Qualitative Pilot Study, Rehana Di Rico, Louisa Ng, Jacquelin T. Capell

Patient Experience Journal

Objective: This pilot qualitative study explores consumers' and clinicians' perspectives about the relevance and utility of patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) in an Australian inpatient rehabilitation unit. Methods: Two focus groups, were recruited via convenience sampling, comprising English speaking rehabilitation clinicians (n = 5) and consumers (n = 6) who had recent experience of inpatient musculoskeletal rehabilitation in a large, privately funded, rehabilitation hospital in Melbourne Australia, in 2020. The focus groups were conducted via videoconference, moderated by two experienced rehabilitation clinician-researchers, following semi-structured interview guides. Focus group recordings were professionally transcribed for coding and thematic analysis by …

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The "Ableism'' Behind Mental Health Professionals' Perceptions Of Support, Hideki Muramatsu

Patient Experience Journal

This paper presents the personal narrative of the author, an individual who has experienced personal and clinical recovery from mental health difficulties. Diagnosed with a mental disorder (NEUROTIC; ICD-10) during my university years, I endured cognitive dysfunction, panic disorder, derangement of ego, suicidal ideation, and depression. Despite these challenges, I have actively engaged in social skills training, supervised virtual reality content, led self-help groups, and published papers on my experiences. I will discuss my own experiences as an expert-by-experience and describe the tendencies of professional ableism consciousness that I encountered during my journey of recovery. Through the lens of my …

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Patient Experience (Px) Giants: Pioneers And The Path Forward, Geoffrey A. Silvera, Courtney Haun, Varun Natarajan

Patient Experience Journal

This commentary pays tribute to the foundational figures in patient experience (PX) scholarship, acknowledging the "PX Giants" whose contributions have established and expanded the field's core principles. Building upon the analysis in Foundational PX, which identified highly cited works, this piece honors individual contributors who have contributed to the scholarly foundation of PX. It highlights the cumulative impact of both frequently cited and consistently productive scholars, underscoring their essential role in shaping patient-centered care. PX Giants have pioneered frameworks on diverse aspects of PX, such as patient-provider communication, care disparities, and the integration of patient perspectives into quality assessments. Through …

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Scientific Editor’S Note, Tomasz Zalega

European Management Studies

Scientific Editor’s Note

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How Do You Translate A Service System Into A Quality Customer Experience?, Wiesław Urban

European Management Studies

In services, due to their characteristics, there are some difficulties and ambiguities when it comes to measuring their quality. A very popular in services is the measurement of the quality experienced by customers, while the measurement of the organisational aspects specific to services, on the other hand, often remain separated from customer experience. The relationship between the sources of quality within an organisation and the effect of quality experienced by customers form the canvass of this article. It reviews the most important concepts literature showing the relationship between the service delivery system perspective service delivery system perspective and the customer …

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Spartan Daily, November 14, 2024, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2024

Volume 163, Issue 35

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To Legitimacy And Beyond: A Reform Agenda To Restore Public Confidence In The Federal Courts, Charles Gardner Geyh

Law and Contemporary Problems

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The Chanticleer, 2024-11-14, Coastal Carolina University

The Chanticleer Student Newspaper

The editorially independent student produced weekly newspaper of Coastal Carolina University.

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The Role Of Mucin-Educated Platelet Activation In Tumor Invasiveness: An Unfolding Concern In The Realm Of Cancer Biology, Akbar Shoukat Ali, Arzoo Ajaz

BioMedicine

Effects Of Swimming Exercise On Nerve Regeneration In A Rat Sciatic Nerve Transection Model, Chien-Fu Liao, Tse-Yen Yang, Yung-Hsiang Chen, Chun-Hsu Yao, Tzong-Der Way, Yueh-Sheng Chen

BioMedicine

Facility Evaluation Of Resigned Hospital Physicians:Managerial Implications For Hospital Physician Manpower, Kao-Chi Cheng, Tsung-Lin Lee, Yen-Ju Lin, Chiu-Shong Liu, Cheng-Chieh Lin, Shih-Wei Lai

BioMedicine

Medical Students’ Awareness And Perception Of National Health Examinations, Lii-Tzu Wu, Tsuei-Yuan Lai, Chiu-Shong Liu, Cheng-Chun Lee, Cheng-Chieh Lin, Meei-Ling Horng

BioMedicine

Metabolic Abnormality And Sleep Disturbance Are Associated With Clinical Severity Of Patients With Schizophrenia, Chung-Chieh Hung, Chin-Chih Liao, Po-Lun Wu, Shin-Da Lee, Hsien-Yuan Lane

BioMedicine

Vol. 43, No. 9 - Whole No. 294, Eleanor M. Farrell

Mythprint

Vol. 43, No. 5/6 - Whole No. 290/291, Eleanor M. Farrell

Mythprint

Vol. 43, No. 4 - Whole No. 289, Eleanor M. Farrell

Mythprint

Lucretia Council Cochran Chapter, Daughters Of The American Revolution Scrapbook 1992-1994, Lucretia Council Cochran Chapter, Daughters Of The American Revolution

Lucretia Council Cochran and Texas Bluebonnet Chapters, Daughters of the American Revolution Scrapbooks

Peer Feedback In Nursing Students: A Concept Analysis, Danielle Fleming, Jean Yockey, Susan B. Fowler, Lorie Truhe

General Submissions: Academic Settings and Education-based Materials

Book Review: Atomic Habits, Hadley Parker

Marriott Student Review

The Harmful Nature Of The Busy Mindset, Nate Applegate

Marriott Student Review

Managing Agitation And Aggression In Patients With Dementia, Christiana Dennis-Fallah

DNP and Student Works

Characteristics Of Veterans’ Last Clinical Contact Prior To Suicide Attempt Or Death, Michael P. Simons, Bryce Clausen, Claire Houtsma, Joseph Boffa

Dr. Joseph M. Moerschbaecher, III Graduate Research Day

The Effect Of Exercise Type On Working Memory, Ariana Gonzalez, William R. Kochen

Journal for Sports Neuroscience

Quality Of Outpatient Care In Lebanon: A Cross-Sectional Survey, Georges Choueiry, Anna Maria Henaine, Rayan Darwish, Pascale Salameh

Patient Experience Journal

A Role Discovered: Exploring Northwell Health's Patient Experience Structure And Leadership Characteristics, Agnes Barden, Nicole Giammarinaro, Natalie Rousseau, Carolyne Burgess

Patient Experience Journal

Experiences Of Psychosocial Support In Group Rehabilitation Interventions From Adults With Chronic Conditions – A Qualitative Systematic Review, Jenny Mäkeläinen, Ulla Jämsä, Anne Oikarinen, Maria Kääriäinen, Heidi Siira

Patient Experience Journal

An Exploratory Qualitative Study Of Perinatal Experiences In An Acute Setting During Early Phases Of The Covid-19 Pandemic, Sharon Hoosein, Pamela Winchester, Stephanie Babinski, Naomi Smith, Payalben Bhavsar, Susan Law

Patient Experience Journal

Driving Healthy Behaviors Through Social Support: The Role Of Co-Responsibility In Weight Loss And Maintenance, Melanie Knufinke-Meyfroyt, Carlo Lancia, Yentl Lodewijks, Simon Nienhuijs, Eva Deckers

Patient Experience Journal

“You May Not Appreciate This Now, But You May Later”: A Qualitative Analysis Of The Impact And Meaning Of Legacy Interventions As Defined By Bereaved Parents, Stephanie Barta, Cassandra Matz, Stephany Griswold, Foster Rosemund, Caroline Boyd, Sarah Scott, Eileen Auer Bennett, Jennifer Staab

Patient Experience Journal

Patient, Family, And Health Professional Perspectives Of How Families Are Involved In Adult Inpatient Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Kaylee Eady, Katherine A. Moreau, Shawn Marshall, Mary Egan

Patient Experience Journal

Exploring Consumer And Clinician Attitudes Towards Patient Reported Outcome Measures (Proms) In An Australian Inpatient Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Unit: A Qualitative Pilot Study, Rehana Di Rico, Louisa Ng, Jacquelin T. Capell

Patient Experience Journal

The "Ableism'' Behind Mental Health Professionals' Perceptions Of Support, Hideki Muramatsu

Patient Experience Journal

Patient Experience (Px) Giants: Pioneers And The Path Forward, Geoffrey A. Silvera, Courtney Haun, Varun Natarajan

Patient Experience Journal

Scientific Editor’S Note, Tomasz Zalega

European Management Studies

How Do You Translate A Service System Into A Quality Customer Experience?, Wiesław Urban

European Management Studies

Spartan Daily, November 14, 2024, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2024

To Legitimacy And Beyond: A Reform Agenda To Restore Public Confidence In The Federal Courts, Charles Gardner Geyh

Law and Contemporary Problems

The Chanticleer, 2024-11-14, Coastal Carolina University

The Chanticleer Student Newspaper