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College Of Health Professions Research Newsletter: 2021-2022 Academic Year, College Of Health Professions

College of Health Professions Newsletters & Magazines

Contents include: A letter from the CHP Research Committee Chair, Jacqueline A. Vernarelli --A letter from the Editor, Kaylee Quinn -- Faculty peer-reviewed publications, grants, professional presentations, and media interviews.

Innocuous Expectoration Of An Anterior C3 Loosened Screw—Case Report And Literature Review About A Benevolent Evolution With No Esophageal Injury, Gerson Reyes Rodriguez, José Alberto Israel Romero Rangel, Manuel Soto García, Manuel Rodriguez Garcia, Victor David Lopez Garcia, Iris Tatiana Montes González, José Antonio Soriano Sánchez

Archives of Neurosurgery

The anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) technique is the gold-standard treatment for myeloradiculopathy. We present the case of a seventy-five years old female who came to revision because of worsening solids dysphagia, dry cough, and foreign body sensation in the past two weeks; we had practiced her an ACDF procedure four years ago. She denied presenting neurological deficit or neck pain. The physical examination was normal. Cephalic migration of the left C3 screw was evident on cervical plain and dynamic films and CT-Scan. She was admitted to the hospital for an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy that visualized retropharyngeal ulceration. Thirty …

The Federally Regulated Decline, Rebirth, And Decline Of The United States Hemp Industry, Henry Webb, Patrick R. Baker, Paula H. Moore, Karen Scanlon

Kentucky Journal of Equine, Agriculture, & Natural Resources Law

No abstract provided.

No. 54: Affordable Food Shops And Urban Food Security In China, Taiyang Zhong, Jonathan Crush, Yaya Song, Zhenzhong Si, Steffanie Scott, Yuxin Peng

Hungry Cities Partnership

Food subsidies have been widely implemented as part of government policies to mitigate food insecurity among the urban poor. The effectiveness of supply and demand-side subsidies have been a source of debate in the literature. One form of supply-side subsidy designed to make food more affordable to low-income consumers is to offer subsidies to retail outlets. China’s affordable food shop (AFS) program is one such example. The program was introduced by the central government in 2011 and implemented by municipal governments. Shops signing on to the program were required to sell a list of essential food items at a discount …

Hiv-Related Shame: A Grounded Theory Study Exploring The Impact Of Psychoeducation On The Lives Of People Living With Hiv, Melissa Stuntz

DNP Research Projects

Abstract

Over the past 40 years there have been significant advances in medical care for HIV. However, many people living with HIV (PLWH) experience internalized stigma in the form of HIV-related shame. This shame has been found to negatively impact mental health, patient relationships, and adherence to healthcare. This grounded theory DNP scholarly project was aimed at developing a novel theoretical framework and practice to improve quality of life including increased viral load suppression in PLWH. To this aim, a psychoeducation curriculum based on shame resilience theory was implemented with two participants in an inner-city healthcare clinic. While the shame …

Interdisciplinary Perspectives In Lifetime Wellness, Erick Richman

Open Access Textbooks

Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Lifetime Wellness, 1st Edition.

Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Lifetime Wellness is an open educational resource developed under a grant through Affordable Learning Georgia for use in health and well-being education courses at Columbus State University. It is available under a non-commercial, share-alike creative commons license for use by educators and other individuals.

Teacher Retention In Public Illinois Unit School Districts Among Select Demographic Variables, Ted Walk

All-Inclusive List of Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Many school districts in the United States are facing growing concerns regarding the shortage of qualified candidates for teaching positions. This problem has existed for some time, and its deleterious effects are exacerbated in school districts that have significant teacher turnover. School districts with higher teacher retention can mitigate some of the issues that arise with underqualified teachers. A number of factors may influence teacher retention in a school district including academic achievement scores, per pupil expenditures, graduation rate, chronic absenteeism, and percentage of low-income students. This quantitative study attempted to elucidate the interrelationships between these variables and determine which …

Graduate Catalogue 2022-2023, Seton Hall University

Graduate Catalogues

No abstract provided.

Freshman 15: Knowledge And Perceptions Of Obesity Among College Students In The Southeastern United States, Kirsten Cox, John Lewis, Jenny Rogers

MSN Research Projects

The primary purpose of the current research project was to determine the knowledge and perceptions of obesity among college students in the southeastern United States. After receiving exemption from the Institutional Review Board (IRB), the researchers utilized a quantitative, descriptive study design to determine college students’ perceptions and knowledge of obesity risk factors and long-term effects of obesity. Convenience sampling was utilized for data collection. Utilizing QR codes via flyers and a weblink through students’ email addresses, questionnaires were obtained through SurveyMonkey. The data collected through questionnaires were then statistically analyzed to determine if college students were knowledgeable about prevention …

Effectiveness Of Provider Education Concerning Prediabetes Treatment In Mississippi, Marlana Mcfarland

DNP Projects

Prediabetes is defined by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) as having an A1C of 5.7-6.4% or a fasting plasma glucose of 100-125 mg/dl. Prediabetes greatly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and cardiovascular disease (ADA, 2019). The purpose of this Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project was to determine if providing education to PCPs, practicing in MS, regarding the implementation of a prediabetes treatment algorithm improved their knowledge and implementation of the ADA guidelines. The intention was to bring increased awareness of ADA guidelines regarding the current treatment recommendations for patients with prediabetes to PCPs. A …

Mechanisms Of Cannabidiol (Cbd) In Cancer Treatment: A Review, Camren G. Heider, Sasha A. Itenberg, Jiajia Rao, Hang Ma, Xian Wu

Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Faculty Publications

Cannabis sativa L. (Cannabis) and its bioactive compounds, including cannabinoids and non-cannabinoids, have been extensively studied for their biological effects in recent decades. Cannabidiol (CBD), a major non-intoxicating cannabinoid in Cannabis, has emerged as a promising intervention for cancer research. The purpose of this review is to provide insights into the relationship between CBD and cancer based on recent research findings. The anticancer effects of CBD are mainly mediated via its interaction with the endocannabinoid system, resulting in the alleviation of pain and the promotion of immune regulation. Published reviews have focused on the applications of CBD in cancer pain …

Merrimack County New Hampshire Annual Report, Fiscal Year 2021, January 1st - December 31st, Merrimack County Representatives

Merrimack County, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a county in the state of New Hampshire.

2022 Spring And Winter - Schedule Of Classes, Office Of The Registrar, East Tennessee State University

Registration Resources

No abstract provided.

Undergraduate Curriculum Committee Year End Report [2021-2022], East Tennessee State University

University Level Committee Year End Reports

No abstract provided.

Incidence And Prognosis Of Cranial Neuropathies In Children With Covid-19: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Priyanka Bisarya

Yale Medicine Thesis Digital Library

Objective:In addition to experiencing classic respiratory symptoms, pediatric COVID-19 patients have presented with neurological manifestations including cranial nerve dysfunction. The evidence regarding these presentations has yet to be synthesized, and the aim of this work was to determine how commonly cranial neuropathies are associated with pediatric COVID-19 cases and what the prognosis is for these children. Methods: A systematic review was conducted using a comprehensive search strategy of OVID Medline, OVID Embase, and Web of Science databases. The inclusion criteria were research articles that described pediatric COVID-19 patients with cranial nerve involvement. Results: The search yielded 5497 articles. Thirty-four (34/5497) …

The Real Cause Of The Broken Rib: Developments In Pediatricians' Approach To Child Abuse; 1960 - 2020, Sofia Charania

Yale Medicine Thesis Digital Library

In 1962, C. Henry Kempe published his landmark work, The Battered Child Syndrome, and set into motion a new discourse on child abuse within the American pediatrics community. This paper discusses the tension pediatricians felt between longstanding assumptions of parental virtue and the implications of the emerging conversation on child abuse started by Kempe. It also discusses the resistance shown by some pediatricians to accepting the reality of abuse and the slow process by which that resistance was overcome, aided by factors such as pediatricians’ involvement in adoption procedures. As pediatricians began confronting and understanding child abuse more deeply, their …

Treating Children With Physical Disabilities: Development Of A Video-Based Education Resource Using Simulated Participants, Alexandra Kimmel

Yale Medicine Thesis Digital Library

Introduction: Children with physical disabilities (CWPD) represent an important population that has historically experienced inadequate and insensitive care across medical settings. A lack of comfort and knowledge about CWPD is common among health professionals and trainees. We created and evaluated a new educational resource enhanced by videotaped clips of a model pediatric outpatient visit for a CWPD and his mother, both portrayed by simulated participants.Methods: We created a curriculum working group composed of multiple stakeholders, including patients with disabilities, parents of children with disabilities, and physician experts in treating disabilities. Using recommendations from the curriculum working group, we developed a …

Developmental Characteristics Of Young Adolescents: Research Summary, Kathleen Brinegar, Micki M. Caskey

Curriculum and Instruction Faculty Publications and Presentations

This research summary attempts to present a fluid picture of young adolescent development that converges developmental characteristics with social identity in culturally sustaining ways.

Identification Of Circulating Plasma Ceramides As A Potential Sexually Dimorphic Biomarker Of Pancreatic Cancer-Induced Cachexia., Jeffery M Chakedis, Mary E Dillhoff, Carl R Schmidt, Priyani V Rajasekera, David C Evans, Terence M Williams, Denis C Guttridge, Erin E Talbert

Oncology Articles

BACKGROUND: Cancer patients who exhibit cachexia lose weight and have low treatment tolerance and poor outcomes compared to cancer patients without weight loss. Despite the clear increased risk for patients, diagnosing cachexia still often relies on self-reported weight loss. A reliable biomarker to identify patients with cancer cachexia would be a valuable tool to improve clinical decision making and identification of patients at risk of adverse outcomes.

METHODS: Targeted metabolomics, that included panels of amino acids, tricarboxylic acids, fatty acids, acylcarnitines, and sphingolipids, were conducted on plasma samples from patients with confirmed pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) with and without cachexia …

Validation Of Prmr Equations In A Non-Caucasian Sample – Ethnicity As A Variable In Predicting Resting Metabolic Rate, Erin N. Bannister

Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations

This study intends to identify a predictive resting metabolic rate (pRMR) equation that is predictive of the measured resting metabolic rate (mRMR) in a sample that includes a group of Black Americans. The handful of commonly used pRMR equations, such as the Mifflin- St. Jeor or Harris-Benedict equations, were created without defining the demographics of their populations, while validation of these equations is typically done with almost exclusively Caucasian subjects. Black and brown Americans require the same evidence of precision in predictions of daily energy needs as Caucasian Americans. When applied to non-Caucasian samples, these equations appear in the literature …

Comparing The Effectiveness And Appeal Of Delivering A Pilot Text Message And An In-Person Whole Body Approach (Wba) Program To Northern Illinois Food Bank Clients., Ashley Rae Werner

Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations

Background: The Whole-Body Approach (WBA) is a program created by Northern Illinois Food Bank in partnership with Northern Illinois University (NIU) Nutrition and Dietetics Graduate students and faculty. This program has been delivered over the course of six years to various food pantries around the Northern Illinois area and modified in response to participants’ feedback. The topics that are discussed throughout the program include stress management, relationship with food, mindful eating, healthy body image, and enjoyable movement. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the program was adapted to a delivered via text messages for Northern Illinois Food Bank My Pantry …

Sleep Duration, Sleep Quality, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, And Chronotype In University Students In India: A Systematic Review, Christen Dunn, Octavia Goodman, Mariana Szklo-Coxe

Community & Environmental Health Faculty Publications

Introduction: Optimal sleep is an important aspect of academic performance and mental health. However, poor sleep health is often present among university students due to their lifestyle and academic requirements. University students in India have been shown to have poor sleep health. Though self-reported sleep issues have been evaluated among university students in India, these results have not been synthesized to date. We aimed to identify factors that may be associated with poor sleep health among university students in India from January 2010 to April 2021, inclusive. As a secondary aim, we sought to evaluate factors associated with sleep among …

Sex Differences In The Association Of Sibship Size And Position In Sibship With Lipid Profile During Adolescence: A Cross-Sectional Study, Ali H. Ziyab, Mohammad Almari, Anwar Mohammad, Abdullah Al-Taiar, Wilfried Karmaus

Community & Environmental Health Faculty Publications

Background. Epidemiologic studies have reported associations of sibship size and position of the child in the sibship with multiple health outcomes, including adiposity and diabetes. However, little is known about sibling effects on lipids. Hence, this study sought to evaluate associations of the number of total, older, and younger siblings with lipid profile among adolescents. Methods. In a cross-sectional study among high school students aged 14 to 19 years, lipid levels were measured in capillary blood. Parents reported the number of siblings (total, older, and younger). Geometric means of lipids were calculated, and linear regression was used to estimate the …

The Internal And External Expectancies Scale: Development And Validation., Joanne Raptis

Theses and Dissertations

Healthy lifestyle habits are widely known to improve physical and psychological wellbeing, but many struggle to regularly practice these behaviors. As an overarching solution has yet to emerge, it may prove more fruitful to instead personalize behavior change recommendations and interventions. The present study examined whether individual responsiveness to internal and external expectations can be measured, as it could be a useful behavioral factor to target with tailored treatment recommendations. This construct was first postulated by popular author Gretchen Rubin (2015) but has yet to be studied empirically. For the current project, the Internal and External Expectancies Scale (IEES) was …

Incorporating Chokeberry (Aronia) Into A Home Landscape, Claude J. Jean, Paul E. Read, Ellen T. Paparozzi

Nebraska Cooperative Extension: Faculty and Staff Publications

Chokeberry (Aronia) is an ornamental plant that has found use in the home landscape, providing colorful displays and annually producing berries for the enjoyment of the homeowner and wildlife alike. With careful placement, this durable plant needs minimal care and has few pest problems. It is gaining attention for its timeless beauty.

The Multi-Level Marketing Pandemic, Christopher Bradley, Hannah E. Oates

Tennessee Law Review

Among the societal effects of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a sharp rise in the activities of multi-level marketing companies (MLMs). MLMs are business enterprises in which participants seek not only to sell products to friends, family, and social media contacts, but also to recruit them as MLM participants, with the promise of "building their own business from home."

False promises often pervade MLM sales pitches. Evidence shows that few participants see even a dollar of profit from their MLM work; the vast majority of recruits quickly abandon their MLM dreams and lose their investments. Yet the pitch has become …

An Early Intervention Approach To Reducing Evictions And Improving Child Welfare, David A. Dana

Children's Legal Rights Journal

No abstract provided.

Spotlight On: Love One International's Work In Uganda, Hannah Cannon

Children's Legal Rights Journal

No abstract provided.

Spent Hemp As An Animal Feed And Vertical Price Transmission In Us Hemp Value-Added Supply Chain, Solomon E. Odiase

Theses and Dissertations--Agricultural Economics

This thesis comprises of two articles covering spent hemp's prospects as an animal feed and the price interaction across the hemp commodity value-added supply chain. The first article uses a comparative analysis tool to analyze the potential of spent hemp as an animal feed or feed ingredient based on its yield, nutritional composition and market price. This comparative advantage analysis revealed that spent hemp is competitive based on its rich essential nutritional content, comparatively high yield per acre, and low market price. Furthermore, with the increasing drought conditions, production cost and market price of alfalfa hay, spent hemp may fill …

Honors Student Handbook 2022-2023, Honors College

Honors College Handbooks

No abstract provided.