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Structured Laparoscopic Training And Its Impact On Enhancing Ambidexterity In Novice Medical Students, Lina Adwer, Kelsey Tieken, Irene Suh, Ka-Chun Siu

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

Implementing A High-Fidelity Transgender Patient Simulation In Undergraduate Nursing, Kacee Child, Jenniepearl Spencer, Beth Culross

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

Building Interprofessional Cultural Competency: Using Simulation And Improvisation To Address Intergenerational Issues In Asian American Pacific Islander (Aapi) Families, Priscila Rodrigues Armijo

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

A Novel Study To Assess Diagnostic Medical Sonography Students Belongingness In The Clinical Learning Environment, Kim Michael

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

Impact Of Observed Structured Teaching Exercises (Oste) On Teaching Skills And Behavioral Change In A Clinician Educator Track Program, Priscila Rodrigues Armijo, Joe Pachunka, Sarah Kriss, Cory Rohlfsen

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

Effect Of Increased Midlevel Provider Led Education In The Picu, Kayla Heidbrink, Lindsay Blick

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

Education And Simulation Outcomes Of Death And Dying Perceptions Of Rt Students, Cheryl Skinner, Lauren Driscoll

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

Digitally Printed Assessment Tool For Identification Of Simulated Tooth Occlusal Interferences, Julie Marshall, Adriana Lamounier, Marwa Taguri, Elizabeth Lyden, Gregory Bennett

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

Interprofessional Team Performance In Pediatric Settings: Analyzing Reflections From Qi-Trained Medical Students, Catherine Napolitano, Russell J. Buzalko, Gary L. Beck Dallaghan, Kari Simonsen

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

Using Evidence-Based Practices To Improve Sonography Scan Lab Instruction: Peyton’S 4-Step Approach, Kathryn Wampler, Kim Michael

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

Learner Influence On Pediatric Patient Experience: Exploring Family Members’ Perspectives, Catherine Napolitano, Kari Simonsen, Gary L. Beck Dallaghan, Russell J. Buzalko

Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal

This is a published abstract from the UNMC Spotlight on Scholarship 2024.

Her Seat At The Table: A Phenomenological Study Exploring The Lived Experiences Of Black Women Education Policymakers, Vickey R. Silas

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

ABSTRACT

This transcendental phenomenological study explored the lived experiences of Black women leaders as education policymakers to understand the essence of their journey to leadership positions and the impetus behind their decision-making. Despite progress, Black women remain marginalized and underrepresented in policymaking leadership roles and decision-making spaces (Griffin et. al, 2013). They face challenges that are intersectional like gender and race. My research question was what are the lived experiences of Black women education policymakers and how do these experiences impact their decision-making? While employing a transcendental phenomenological approach, I acknowledged my biases through reflexivity and bracketed them while also …

Attraction And Machine Learning: Evaluating Msm Attraction Preferences Using Random Forest, Darin Challacombe

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Recent advances in machine learning (broadly) and random forest analysis (specifically) have allowed researchers to examine variables and datasets in previously unknown or unexplored ways. Following a recommendation by Fife and D’Onofrio (2022) to utilize machine learning in the social sciences, I used previously reported attraction data (Challacombe and Perdomo, 2021) on males who have sex with other males (MSM) and applied a random forest analysis against the variables. I also utilized two different programming languages—R and Python—to study the data. While both programming languages provided different data points, the general results were similar. In both studies, the importance of …

Vigilance And Foraging Behaviors Of Two Sciurid Species Between College Campuses And Urban Environments, Patrick Geyer, Zoe Buffington, Lorelei E. Patrick

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A comparison between the extent that sciurid specimens display vigilance and foraging behaviors on college campuses against specimens within urban environments. Observations of fox squirrels and western gray squirrels were taken from the Squirrel-Net behavioral database used for this project. We found there was a significant difference between the percent vigilance behaviors and foraging behaviors on college campuses compared to urban environments. This suggests that squirrels residing on college campuses are more desensitized to pedestrian activity and foot traffic compared to squirrels that inhabit urban areas.

Effects Of Postpartum Depression On Mothers And Children, Natalie Taylor, Kennedy Harrington, Jeffrey Wick

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Postpartum depression plagues many women in today’s society. To look deeper into postpartum depression, we questioned who could be affected other than the mother in this issue? The objective of this study is to analyze how postpartum affects children’s cognitive and behavioral development. We investigated cognitive and behavioral development of children 1-3 years old. Our research design of this study was a non-experimental observation approach. The setting used for our research was the Women’s Health Center at HaysMed. This research focuses on patients in the obstetrics department who recently gave birth. Participants of this study were the children of 75 …

A Pragmatic Approach To Investigating The Digital Existence Of Food Bank Users, Yaprak Dalat Ward Dr., James Ward Dr., Li-Jen Lester Dr.

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This study investigated the digital existence of the food bank users in a university town in Texas, and subsequently, aligned with the research's pragmatic focus, the researchers designed a training model for these food bank users. Two research questions guided the study: 1) What are the digital existence levels of the food bank users; and 2) what training model would best serve these food bank users? Data were collected by means of a survey from 230 individual food bank users representing households. Additional data included observations and conversations with food bank staff, and documents and materials from the site which …

Pharmacological Interventions Versus Non-Pharmacological Interventions On Pain In Chronic Pain Patients, Harley Page, Olivia Mcswain

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The study is a comparison experiment that looks at the different types of interventions to treat chronic pain. This study is set at Haysmed Rehabilitation to gather data on adult patients with chronic pain. When studying the interventions used for chronic pain, we found numerous ways of treatment. They are categorized as pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. During the study we found, that an understanding of what is causing the pain and the use of both interventions is the best way to go about treating/managing chronic pain.

Childhood Obesity In Relation To Screen Time, Megan Vance, Jade Schroer, Alyvia Zeigler

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Objective: analyze the correlation of the rate of increased childhood obesity on the increased rate of screen time

Design: Non-Experimental, Longitudinal Correlation

Setting: Midwestern homes

Participation: Midwestern homes in Kansas

Results/conclusions: Pending results and data collection

Use Of An Electronic Health Record System In The Nursing Education Lab & Simulation Setting, Easlyn Koch

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Simulation has become a significant component of nursing education in recent years, especially with the increasing demand for high-fidelity simulations. However, nursing education struggles to keep up with the ever-changing healthcare technology, specifically electronic health records (EHR). Integrating EHRs into nursing education in areas such as the lab or simulation settings has the potential to impact overall patient safety, familiarity with similar technology, critical thinking skills, and practice readiness of student nurses. A review of the literature was performed, and it was found that the implementation and integration of an EHR in nursing education has overwhelming effects on overall student …

Undergraduate Nursing Education Simulation Training Using Virtual Reality Goggles And Teamstepps Methodology, Jennifer Koalenz

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Abstract

Due to changes in educational processes during global pandemic restrictions and the rapid pace of innovation and developments in virtual reality technology, this modality of education is expected to become a common presence in healthcare education. Immersive simulation activities can be an effective way to facilitate collaboration and communication skills in a constructivist-based classroom. Evidence shows that virtual simulation improves critical thinking skills, psychomotor skills, and decision making (Padilha et al., 2019). In addition, the availability of an on-demand, customizable scenario is highly useful to supplement clinical learning when necessary. But many caution that virtual simulation, just like any …

Implementation Of Mindfulness & Stress Reduction Training For Medical Students, Jill Berenato

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Abstract

This proposal advocates for implementing mandatory mindfulness and stress reduction training sessions for surgical students at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). It is well-documented that medical students, particularly those in surgical disciplines, experience high levels of stress, which can negatively impact their mental health, academic performance and overall well-being. Mindfulness-based interventions have shown promise in reducing stress and enhancing resilience among medical students. By integrating mindfulness training into the surgical curriculum, PCOM aims to equip students with essential coping skills to effectively manage stress, thereby promoting their mental health and academic success. This handout serves to accompany the …

Student Physical Therapists’ Perceptions Of A First Semester Integrated Clinical Experience: A Descriptive Study, Alicia K. Rabena-Amen, Tyler Goslinga, Amber Orchard, Fatema Ghani, Todd E. Davenport

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: The value of an Integrated Clinical Experience (ICE) is well documented, but student physical therapists’ perspectives of an early ICE are not. A first semester ICE allows practice of expected skills and behaviors from the onset of a professional program. The purpose of this study was to explore students’ perceptions of a first-semester ICE. Methods: A questionnaire was completed by 36 student physical therapists after a first semester part-time ICE. SPSS Statistics, thematic analysis, and a mixed-methods approach were used to analyze the data. Results: Students agreed the ICE emphasized the importance and allowed practice of professional and communication …

The Clinical Placement Process Through The Lens Of The Director Of Clinical Education: A Qualitative Multiple Case Analysis, Jamie L. Greco, Katherine Myers

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: The placement process is a key contributor to current challenges in health science clinical education. The Director of Clinical Education (DCE) is the central figure in coordinating the placement process in physical therapist education. Despite their central role, there is no research exploring the DCE perspective during this process. The purpose of this study was to explore the DCE’s experience in navigating the placement process to further understand how the DCE role is impacted by barriers and facilitators encountered during this process. Methods: Fourteen DCEs representing private and public institutions from across the country participated in the …

The Art Of Empathy: Visual Art Interpretation And Creation To Enhance Empathy In Dpt Students, Nora B. Collier, Leslie Taylor

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: To pilot the inclusion of a visual arts unit grounded in social constructivist theory and framed around Visual Thinking Strategy into an entry-level anatomy course and explore its influence on enhancing empathy in Doctor of Physical Therapy students. Methods: 37 students enrolled in the second semester of an 8-semester program participated in this exploratory study using a mixed methods, pre-test, post-test design. Prior to and after the 3-week unit, students completed the Jefferson Scale of Empathy – Health Care Provider Student version (JSP-HPS). After the unit, students provided written reflections on their learning experiences. The JSP-HPS was assessed via …

Utilizing Social Media To Increase Skill Confidence In Parenteral Medication Administration In Undergraduate Practical Nursing Students, Natalie K. Hernandez

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A major shift in education developed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Students and educators were forced to stay home, and new ways of learning emerged. Nursing is a hands on field and many skills must be learned hands on such as the technique for administering parenteral medications. To master a skill such as this you need to be able to hold the supplies and understand how to properly dose a medication.This was definitely a challenge to teach students hands-on skills when being in a hands on skill lab environment was not allowed. Nurse educators started to create innovative ways to teach …

Hormonal Birth Control Effects On The Neurological And Cardiovascular Systems, Alondra Perez, Paige Fink, Adell Riedel

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Abstract

The present study theoretically investigated the effects of long-term use of hormonal birth control on the female cardiovascular and neurologic systems. The setting will take place at Fort Hays State University campus. Our participants of the survey will include 200 random females ages 16 to 25. This data will be taken from those women who take hormonal birth control versus those females who do not take it on a daily basis. The long-term use of hormonal birth control is creating changes in the neurological and cardiovascular system. Evidence from previous research shows alterations to both the structure and function …

Flipping The Classroom To Improve Knowledge Retention Among Practical Nursing Students, Paige Cooper

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Typical nursing lectures consist of a power point, and a lecturer discussion of a particular subject, such as a disorders, treatments, or pharmacology (HEW & LO, 2018). Flipping the classroom is a lecture style tailored to a variety of student learning styles, and utilizes prerecorded lectures, and participation in projects or discussions during class time. There are four main learning styles: visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and reading/writing. Each style comes with their own strategies, but all have similar advantages, including the opportunity to learn in the best way for individual students. Flipping the classroom avoids the typical lecture, and implements activities …

Does Specialized Training In The Use Of I-Pass Increase Confidence In Reporting A Change In Medical Condition?, Matthew Savoie

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“Failure to rescue (FTR) is failure or delay in recognizing and responding to a hospitalized patient experiencing complications from a disease process or medical intervention” (Hall et al., 2020, Background section). It is viewed in three parts: failure to recognize, failure to report, and failure to treat. The first two of these are dependent on nursing.

The use of simulation training can increase confidence in recognizing a change in patient condition. This is a first step in preventing Failure To Rescue deaths, as well as other adverse outcomes.

The use of an effective communication tool like I-PASS can increase confidence …

Effects Of Maternal-Infant Golden Hour On Breastfeeding, Julina A. Wall-Penner, Katilyn Rasmussen, Madeline Suderman

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Abstract

This study examines the effects of immediate maternal-infant skin-to-skin contact, and how those effects compare to mothers and babies who have delayed or skin-to-skin. Skin-to-skin contact, also known as “the golden hour”, is a remarkable practice that occurs immediately after birth. During this intimate bonding experience, the newborn is placed directly on the mother's chest, their tiny body nestled against her warm skin. Studies have shown numerous benefits from this practice. Breastfeeding success through early initiation is one the benefits this study focuses on. This cohort observational study is recommended to take place at Hays Medical Center with mothers …

From “The Coca-Cola Douche” To Embracing Pleasure: Media Representations And Irish Womens’ Lived Experiences Learning About Sexuality, Jaelynn Sutter, Taylon Mendenhall

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Media, for better or worse, is a powerful social influence that runs much deeper than the daily news. Our qualitative survey-based study focuses on how Irish women learn about and understand sexuality; our findings demonstrate the significant role media plays in this development. Specifically, our survey indicates the influence of the media in Irish women's lives as it leads to societal expectations. More than half of our participants cited media as an integral tool in learning about sexuality, including magazines, television, movies, novels, and the Internet. For some, media use in understanding their own identities opened the door to empowerment …