Nurse Strong: Building Resilience Through De-Escalation, Carrie Ann Bailey, Lynn Beeler, Robin Hicks, Vikki Meloy, Staci Wheeler, Darren Gilbert

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

In 2015, the American Nurses Association called upon nursing faculty to develop and create workplace violence prevention programs. In response to the ANA, our innovative educational experiences show how the implementation of scaffolded experiences in self-defense, de-escalation, and leadership within an accelerated nursing program better prepares students for the realities of practice. In healthcare, especially in fast-paced settings, nurses often face challenging situations that require quick decision-making, conflict management, and assertive leadership to maintain safety for all. Workplace violence continues to increase in prevalence in the healthcare setting. Scaffolding—a progressive, structured approach to skill development—enables students to build foundational skills …

Lighting The Way: Cultivating The Next Generation Of Nursing Faculty Through A Mentorship Program, Salomé Maria Loera, Jill J. Dombrowski, Cari Selzer, Eileen Veronica Caulfield

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Nurses are crucial to global healthcare delivery and equity. The International Council of Nurses has recently identified the worldwide nursing shortage as a health emergency (Buchan & Catton, 2023). In the U.S., nursing schools have been forced to reject thousands of qualified applicants due to a shortage of faculty (American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 2024). Effective mentorship and orientation are essential for ensuring a smooth transition into academic roles, fostering faculty success, and addressing the shortage. The U.S. National League for Nursing (NLN) has recognized mentorship programs as vital for cultivating a supportive work environment, promoting professional growth, and …

Increasing Hpv Education And Vaccination Uptake In Women Aged 27-45: A Clinic Based Approach, Michelle Wakefield

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

BACKGROUND: Human Papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted infection, is linked to cervical, anal, vulvar, and oropharyngeal cancers. Despite its impact, only 16% of women aged 27-45 have received an HPV vaccine dose, partly due to recent vaccine recommendation changes. This project aimed to improve HPV knowledge and vaccination rates among women in this age group at a private obstetrics and gynecology practice in Southwestern Indiana.

METHODS: Targeting unvaccinated women aged 27-45, this quality improvement initiative (January–April 2024) provided verbal education on HPV and assessed patient knowledge via a Likert scale survey. Staff received training on vaccine …

Rethinking Nursing Education: Supporting Neurodiversity In Nursing Classrooms, Kelly Walker, Megan Arbour, Jane Houston, Maria Milazzo

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Neurodiversity is an inclusive term that describes the range of neurological or neurocognitive variation naturally found in the human population (Legault et al., 2021). Neurodivergence has historically been labeled and classified as a disability (Armstrong, 2017). Examples of neurodivergent diagnoses include specific learning disabilities in reading, writing, and math: dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia; autism; ADHD, or others. Estimated prevalence data suggests that 15-20% of adults are neurodiverse (Doyle, 2020). The Yale Center for Dyslexia reports that 20% of the general population are dyslexic (The Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity, 2022). Prevalence estimates of ADHD range from 3-7% (Song et al., …

Patient-Provider Communication In Ckd Care: Patient Experiences And Nursing Implications, Christin Iroegbu, Sheridan Leak, Sam Bartolone, Celsea Tibbitt

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a complex condition that requires extensive knowledge for adequate patient self-management. Many individuals with CKD lack sufficient understanding of their diagnosis, leading to poorer health outcomes. Effective patient-provider communication is crucial in closing this knowledge gap, particularly given the intricacies of managing CKD, other comorbidities, and complex medication regimens. This communication is essential in primary care settings, where most patients with CKD are managed. Yet, little is known, from the patient’s perspective, about how these critical conversations unfold during the clinical encounter. Understanding patients' experiences communicating with primary care providers about CKD can offer …

Survivorship By Setting: Mental Health-Related Phenomena In Critical Illness Survivors, Rebecca Greene, Beth Mastel-Smith, Barbara Mcalister

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Each year, tens of millions of people worldwide experience a critical illness (Crawford et al., 2023). Many survivors face substantial physiological challenges (Society of Critical Care Medicine, 2024). About 20% will also experience symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (Righy et al., 2019). Prior studies have shown that PTSD significantly reduces quality of life (Presciutti et al., 2020) and increases suicide risk (Fox et al., 2021). Limited access to specialized care (Johnston et al., 2019) may cause survivors in rural or low-resource areas to face greater mental health (MH) challenges and feel less capable of influencing their physical and …

Implementing Emerging Technology In Global Healthcare: An Integrative Review On Virtual Nursing, Madeleine Whalen

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic catalyzed many changes in global healthcare and the nursing workforce (1). Among these evolutions were the rapid advances in the use of technology to facilitate patient care. Many patients and providers have had experience with tele-health for outpatient visits or specialty consultations, but truly embedding technology, in the form of virtual nursing to support the provision of in-patient, non-ICU nursing care, is a newer phenomenon. Virtual nursing may be able to address many issues at the patient, staff and organizational level, however the best practices for implementing this staffing model are unknown (2).

Purpose: This presentation …

Enhancing Nursing Student's Communication Skills For Antimicrobial Stewardship Via Simulation, Sierra Gage, Rita Drummond Olans, Maureen Hillier

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This pilot study evaluates the impact of high-fidelity pediatric simulation training on nursing students’ communication skills related to antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) with caregivers and families. The research focuses on developing and testing a simulation lab to enhance students’ decision-making, patient education, and therapeutic communication in AMS contexts. Using a quasi-experimental design, pre- and post-simulation surveys assessed effectiveness, with the Simulation Effectiveness Tool - Modified (SET-M) by Leighton et al. (2015) as the post-survey measure. Conducted over three months in the Northeastern United States, the study involved 103 pediatric prelicensure nursing students, with over 95% affirming enhanced communication abilities and confidence …

Impact Of High-Fidelity Simulation Training On Pediatric Nurses' Competence In Seizure Management, Wan Ting Wu

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: Traditional training methods for new graduate nurses often rely on bedside experiences and lectures, which may limit the development of clinical skills essential for hands-on patient care. This study evaluates the effectiveness of high-fidelity simulation training in improving clinical competencies among newly graduated pediatric nurses in Taiwan, specifically in managing seizure emergencies. The study examines gains in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains.

Methods: A one-group pre- and post-test design was implemented using the Sim Junior high-fidelity simulation model alongside situational teaching strategies. Participants included Nurse Post Graduate Year (NPGY) pediatric nurses who received a structured “High-Fidelity Simulation Training Plan …

“A Field Beaten Bare Of Grass”: Samuel Youd’S The Death Of Grass (1956) And The Scouring Of The Shire, Kristine Larsen

Journal of Tolkien Research

One of the novels Tolkien admits to liking (according to his published letters) was Samuel Youd’s thriller The Death of Grass (1956), published under the pen name John Christopher. Among the novel’s aspects that might have particularly resonated with Tolkien included environmental concerns, analogs with Tolkien’s World War II experience (especially rationing), and an emphasis on fairy-story Consolation and Recovery, among others. But in addition, parallels with “The Scouring of the Shire” and other late episodes in The Lord of the Rings clearly deserve further analysis. This paper therefore engages with Youd’s novel through that specific lens.

Room-Temperature Alignment-Free Magnetometry With Boron Vacancies In Hot-Pressed Hexagonal Boron Nitride, Raul Coto Cabrera

Mathematics Colloquium Series

Magnetic field sensing is essential for applications in communication, environmental monitoring, and biomedical diagnostics. Quantum magnetic field sensors based on solid-state spin defects, such as NV centers in diamond, typically require precise alignment between the external magnetic field and the defect’s spin quantization axis to achieve reliable and directional sensing. This alignment constraint imposes challenges for device integration, especially in scalable or fielddeployable applications. Here, we demonstrate room-temperature optically detected magnetic resonance (ODMR) from negatively charged boron vacancies (VB-) in commercially available hot-pressed polycrystalline hexagonal boron nitride (hBN). Owing to the random orientation of grains in the material, the system …

A Feasibility Study Into The Usability And Application Of An Unmanned Aerial Vehicle For Aircraft Inspection And Quality Assurance Inspections, Reece P. Bhave

Journal of Aviation Technology and Engineering

The global aviation industry is often characterized as one of the safest modes of transportation in the modern world. With an abundance of quality assurance inspections and checks to determine operations safety, modern-day commercial aircraft that are utilized for passenger and cargo flights are held to a higher safety standard defined by regulatory bodies, such as the Federal Aviation Administration in the United States of America and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency in the European Union. While these quality standards are maintained via a series of inspections, checks, and preventative maintenance procedures, they are limited to only visual or …

Building A Statewide Advocacy Network For Affordable Learning: Lessons From Georgia, Nakita Afah

ACHE Open Educational Resources Workshop

How do you support a system-wide movement for affordable learning that lasts? In this session, we will take a behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of the Affordable Learning Georgia (ALG) advocacy network - from its roots in instructional design and library collaboration to its transformation into a robust, cross-campus alliance of Champions. You'll learn how ALG leveraged librarians, faculty, instructional designers, and administrative support to drive meaningful change across 26 institutions. Whether you're a librarian, faculty member, instructional designer, or administrator, you'll walk away with practical tips and strategies to build a similar statewide or system-wide advocacy team.

Hybrid Conferences As The Standard Offering Of Archival Organizations, Portia Vescio, Regina Bouley Sweeten, Kathleen Dull, Dylan Mcdonald, Jonathan Pringle

Journal of Western Archives

This case study documents the effort to plan and execute a fully hybrid annual meeting for the Society of Southwest Archivists in 2023. By making the conference accessible to both in-person and virtual attendees, the society moved toward greater inclusivity and equity by offering a professional development opportunity that was affordable and within the ability of a volunteer organization. The case study provides a blueprint for any archival organization to follow in creating hybrid meetings.

The Value Of Play In Improving Children’S Experiences With Healthcare, Kylie Howes

Family Perspectives

Hospitalization can be a distressing experience for children, often resulting in heightened anxiety and pain due to unfamiliar environments, procedures, and personnel. This literature review examines the effectiveness of Child Life Play Interventions—specifically Developmentally Supportive Play, Psychological Preparation Play, and Distraction Play—in reducing pediatric patients’ healthcare- related anxiety and pain. Developmentally supportive play provides children with familiar, age-appropriate activities that help maintain normalcy and routine, thereby reducing stress during extended hospital stays. Psychological preparation play uses role-playing and hands-on demonstrations to enhance children’s understanding of medical procedures, alleviating anxiety and decreasing perceived pain. Distraction play shifts children’s attention away from …

When Evidence Is Shocking: The Value Of Struggling With Uncomfortable Ideas, Cortney Evans-Stout, Christin L. Porter

Family Perspectives

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Marital Conflict And Male Depression: The Role Of Emotional Withdrawal And Hostility, Nicolas Enzo Mouhsen

Family Perspectives

This literature review investigates the relationship between marital conflict and male depression, focusing on emotional withdrawal and spousal hostility as key contributing factors. Male depression, often underreported due to differences in symptom expression such as anger and irritability, is explored in the context of marital dynamics. Emotional withdrawal, characterized by avoidance behaviors during conflict, is particularly prevalent among men and linked to rigid gender role perceptions. This behavior correlates with increased depressive symptoms and reduced well-being. Additionally, spousal hostility, including verbal aggression and criticism, exacerbates male depression through both the perception of aggression from a partner and self-awareness of hostile …

Designing The Future Of Open Through Innovation: Integrating Ai To Support Z-Degrees And Institutional Transformation, Josh Hill

ACHE Open Educational Resources Workshop

Josh leads and initiative at Hillsborough College that is among the first in the nation to integrate artificial intelligence with Open Educational Resources (OER) to help faculty create high-quality, zero-cost, and accessible course materials. Supported by the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Open Education Capacity Building Grant, Hillsborough is developing Z-degree pathways through paid faculty opportunities, targeted training for academic advisors, and tools to track and expand OER adoption. This session shares lessons learned, explores AI-OER implementation strategies, and presents scalable, adaptable models for institutions in Alabama and beyond.

Bus Wire Designs For Minimizing Visibility Of Diffraction Artifacts, Kellie Shaw

Defensive Publications Series

A transparent panel includes an optically transparent substrate, and a plurality of electrically conducting tracks disposed over a surface of the substrate, the plurality of tracks arranged in intersecting rows and columns and defining therebetween an array of pixels having substantially identical areal shape and dimensions, where the tracks have a periodic shape of varying amplitude and frequency, with a peak-to-peak variability in the amplitude being less than approximately 10%.

Neurolinkx: Advanced Ai-Powered Automation And Cloud Solutions Enabling Digital Transformation In Enterprises, Arjun N. Chaurasiya, Neurolinkx It Solutions & Services

Defensive Publications Series

NeuroLinkX IT Solutions & Services, headquartered in Kanpur Nagar, India, is pioneering innovative technology solutions that enable enterprises to transform digitally and remain competitive in the modern era.
This technical disclosure details our advanced contributions in the field of IT innovation, focusing on three core solutions:

1. AI-Powered Predictive Maintenance Platform – Utilizing advanced machine learning algorithms, this solution continuously monitors industrial equipment in real time, accurately predicting potential failures. It helps industrial enterprises reduce downtime, lower maintenance costs, and improve asset efficiency.

2. Real-Time Executive Analytics Dashboard – Designed for business leaders, this dashboard aggregates multi-source data into intuitive visualizations, enabling …

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Comparison Of Liu-Type Estimator For Multicollinearity In Fuzzy Logistic Regression Model, Ayad Habib Shemail, Ahmed Razzaq Al-Lami, Amal Hadi Rashid

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

This article addresses the fuzzy logistic regression model under conditions of multicollinearity, which causes instability and inflated variance in parameter estimation. In this model, both the response variable and parameters are represented as fuzzy triangular numbers. To overcome the multicollinearity problem, various Liu-type estimators were employed: Fuzzy Maximum Likelihood Estimators (FMLE), Fuzzy Logistic Ridge Estimators (FLRE), Fuzzy Logistic Liu Estimators (FLLE), Fuzzy Logistic Liu-type Estimators (FLLTE), and Fuzzy Logistic Liu-type Parameter Estimators (FLLTPE). Through simulations with various sample sizes and application to real fuzzy data on kidney failure, model performance was evaluated using mean square error (MSE) and goodness of …

Software Engineering Approach To Enhancing Privacy Protection: Automated Face Blurring Using Deep Learning In Arab Social Media, Yasmin Makki Mohialden, Nadia Mahmood Hussien, Mostafa Abdulghafoor Mohammed

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

In the age of digital media, securing personal identities in shared material, especially on social media, has become a significant challenge. This research leverages software engineering to automate face blurring in photographs of Arab social media personalities. It proposes a system that integrates sophisticated deep-learning algorithms with standard image processing within a robust software architecture. This modular system is scalable, maintainable, and compatible with digital media platforms. Gaussian blur is applied to protect privacy once convolutional neural networks (CNNs) identify faces. The system’s efficiency and accuracy are enhanced by OpenCV and NumPy. In experiments, this system consistently identifies and blurs …

Two-Factor Authentication Software For Bluetooth Pairing Between Mobile And Pc Operating Systems, Sundos A. Hameed Alazawi, Abbas A. Abdulhameed, Mostafa Abdulghafoor Mohammed, Thekra Abbas

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

Bluetooth devices actively broadcast software when pairing to connect. Even during the connection process, the connection can be monitored to view information about the transmission. Using this information, anyone can hijack your existing connection and steal data. Bluetooth connections can be single or multiple. Thus, while connecting to a device, the same device could be simultaneously connected to another device. To avoid this problem, a new software is proposed to support the ID-based authentication process for paired devices by integrating an authentication method based on the biometric features of the device owner. The proposed two-factor security authentication system for pairing …

A Deep Learning Framework For Early Autism Detection Using Eeg Signals, Maha M. Hamzeh, Ali Y. Al-Sultan, Salah Al-Obaidi

Journal of Intelligent Informatics, Networking, and Cybersecurity

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complicated neurodevelopmental illness, affecting social interaction, communication, and cognitive function. To lower healthcare costs and facilitate prompt intervention, early and accurate detection is crucial. However, behavioral assessments—which are inherently subjective and can lead to delayed diagnoses—are a significant component of traditional diagnostic procedures. This paper presents a convolutional neural network (CNN) and time-frequency analysis-based early ASD screening using EEG signals. EEG data undergoes a preprocessing step to remove noise and power interference. After that, the signals were divided into 5-, 10-, and 20-second time frames. Each EEG time frame segment is represented in the …

Goal-Oriented Aesthetic Treatment (Goat): A Systematic Framework For Three-Dimensional Facial Aesthetic Assessment — Part 2: Sagittal Dimension, Heng-Ming Chang, Yu-Chun Su, Min-Hsun Hsu, Yu-Ting Lin, Chih-Wei Wang

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

Facial aesthetics is a multidimensional concept that requires an integrative assessment of the sagittal, vertical, and transverse planes to achieve balance and harmony. Following the evaluation of the vertical dimension in Part I, this review focuses on the sagittal plane, which plays a pivotal role in facial profile balance and anteroposterior skeletal relationships. The Goal-Oriented Aesthetic Treatment (GOAT) framework provides a structured methodology for diagnosing and addressing sagittal discrepancies, incorporating clinical reference lines, chin morphology, incisor inclination, and anchorage considerations. A comprehensive assessment of the sagittal dimension involves the use of key diagnostic tools such as the Barcelona Line (BL), …

Goal-Oriented Aesthetic Treatment (Goat): A Systematic Framework For Three-Dimensional Facial Aesthetic Assessment — Part 1: Vertical Dimension, Heng-Ming Chang, Yao Chen, Kwok-Hing Ho, Kai-Long Wang, Chih-Wei Wang

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

Facial aesthetics is a multidimensional concept that requires an integrative assessment of the sagittal, vertical, and transverse planes to achieve balance and harmony. Among these, the vertical dimension plays a crucial role in determining facial proportions, occlusal function, and overall aesthetic perception. This review introduces the Goal-Oriented Aesthetic Treatment (GOAT) framework as a systematic approach to evaluating the vertical aspects of facial aesthetics, providing a structured methodology for clinical assessment and treatment planning. A comprehensive evaluation of the vertical dimension encompasses several key parameters, including facial pattern classification, vertical proportions, lip competency, and overbite analysis. Traditional cephalometric indices, such as …

Volumetric Analysis And Anatomical Variations Of The Maxillary Sinus: A Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Study, Prafen Pokhrel, Rabindra Man Shrestha, Ujjawal Pyakurel, Roshan Poudel

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

Objectives: The purpose of the study was to determine the volume and to assess the anatomical variations of maxillary sinus using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).

Materials and Methods: The study was conducted using 64 CBCT scans of the subjects belonging to the age group 18-50 years. Using Care Stream 3D imaging software, the scans were exported and read in an orthogonal slicing view. The width and length of the sinus were measured in axial section, whereas the height was measured in coronal section. Volume and area of sinus were calculated using 3D Slicer software. The assessment of septa was done …

Consultative Minutes 09/11/2025, Consultative Committee

Consultative Committee

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Vivian Pinn, Vivian W. Pinn M.D.

We Are NIH Oral History Project

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Kenyon Collegian - September 11, 2025

The Kenyon Collegian

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