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Ellmer College of Health Sciences Newsletters

March 2023 issue of Old Dominion University's College of Health Sciences Newsletter.

Nursing News & Views - March 2023, Joanne Miller Rn

Nursing Newsletters

No abstract provided.

Exploring Bidirectional Partnerships In Global Health Training Programs, Anik Patel, Pauline Kamau, Ashley Combs, Justus Simba, Megan Song Mchenry

Presentations

No abstract provided.

March 2023, Humayun Islam

PMI Newsletter

The first edition of the newsletter of the integrated Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology (PMI). Since the beginning of its journey following integration in January 2021, the PMI Department has made significant progress in bringing together outstanding faculty, researchers and staff under the umbrella of PMI.

Evaluating The Impact Of Long Read Genomes In Rare Disease: A Systematic Analysis Of 1000 Hifi Genomes, Emily Farrow, Isabelle Thiffault, Ana S A Cohen, Tricia N. Zion, Adam Walter, Margaret Gibson, Chengpeng Bi, Warren A. Cheung, Jeffrey J. Johnston, T Pastinen

Posters

Introduction: Genomic technologies continue to advance at a rapid rate, leading to continued novel gene-disease discoveries. However, despite the exponential increase in new gene discoveries, diagnostic rates in rare disease continue to range from 30-50%. To evaluate the impact of long read genome sequencing (lrGS) in a rare disease cohort, lrGS was implemented systematically in an institution-wide research program, Genomic Answers for Kids (GA4K). Methods: Individuals enrolled in GA4K, with a suspected genetic disorder, that remained undiagnosed after exome or genome sequencing, were submitted for HiFi sequencing. Probands were sequenced to a target depth of 30X coverage. Analyses included copy …

If We Know Better, Why Don’T We Do Better? A Qi Project Aimed At Addressing Pain Related To Vaccinations, Haley J. Killian, Amanda D. Deacy, Elizabeth Edmundson, Lucy Raab, Jennifer Verrill Schurman

Posters

Introduction: Evidenced-based tools have long existed to combat pain and anxiety associated with needle sticks, yet the gap between knowledge and uptake persists. Prior to COVID-19, our institution initiated a quality improvement (QI) program to improve comfort measure (CM) uptake, beginning with specific clinical areas with intent to scale up over time. When the COVID-19 vaccine was approved, mass vaccination clinics provided an opportunity to rapidly improve CM uptake across the institution. Methods: Mass vaccination clinics were staffed by nurses from across the hospital. Clinics occurred in 3 waves, based on federal approval for age groups (1: 12y+, 2: 5-11y, …

Objective And Self-Report Outcomes Of Intensive Interdisciplinary Pain Treatment For Youth With Chronic Pain With And Without Functional Neurological Disorder, Kelsey Zaugg, Dustin Wallace, Kayla Friesen, Cara M. Hoffart

Posters

Introduction: Intensive interdisciplinary pain treatment (IIPT) is effective for youth with chronic pain (CP). Many from this population also experience functional neurological disorder (FND). Treatment outcomes for patients with CP and FND during and after IIPT have not been thoroughly examined, and studies utilizing objective physical and occupational therapy measures are particularly lacking. Methods: 301 adolescents (M age=15.34 years, 84.4% girls, CP only: 187, CP and FND: 114) participated in individualized physical, occupational, psychological, and other therapies. Self-report (COPM, functioning) and objective (BOT-2, 6-minute-walk) measures were administered pre-IIPT, post-IIPT, 6-months-post, and one-year-post. Results: Overall, there were strong and statistically significant …

A Case Of Hexasomy 15q Due To A Tricentric Supernumerary Chromosome 15, Emily Farrow, Laura A. Cross, Bonnie Sullivan, Keely M. Fitzgerald, Joseph Alaimo, Elena Repnikova, John Herriges, Lei Zhang

Posters

Background: A 7-month-old male with a history of developmental delay, plagiocephaly, hypotonia, chronic cough/congestion was admitted for abnormal movements. Prolonged EEG revealed focal epilepsy and epileptic spasms. Genetic testing revealed a complex structurally rearranged chromosome 15 which contains two inverted duplicated chromosome 15s joined together at one end, resulting in partial hexasomy for 15q. Case presentation: The proband was born to a G2P2 33-year-old mother following an uncomplicated pregnancy at 40 weeks 2 days gestation. At birth he was 6lbs 8oz, 20in long, and APGARs were 3/5/9 at 1/5/10 minutes. At delivery he was limp, pale and had poor tone …

Psychosocial Needs Of Pediatric Patients With Cancer Predisposition Syndromes: Standardized Screening Needed, Meredith Ehrhardt, Mirae Fornander, Rachel Moore

Posters

Introduction Cancer predisposition syndromes (CPS; e.g., Li-Fraumeni syndrome, Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome) require routine, standardized medical monitoring with accompanying unique, complex psychosocial needs (e.g., family medical needs). Despite limited research within pediatric populations, emerging literature has begun to support the benefit of routine psychosocial screening in this population. Very few pediatric CPS clinics with dedicated psychosocial care (i.e., psychology) exist in the U.S. and there is currently no standard of care for psychosocial support of CPS patients. This study aims to better understand the psychosocial needs of pediatric CPS patients and support the need for a standardized psychosocial screening protocol among …

The Scoop, Vol. 9 Issue 12, March 2023, Health Sciences Library

Volume 9

Latest news and updates from the Health Sciences Library in our monthly newsletter for March 2023.

Prevalence Of Iron Deficiency In Patients With Inherited Bleeding Disorders, Thomas Cochran, Brian Lee, Shannon Carpenter

Posters

Background: Synthesis of hemoglobin is one of several important roles iron plays in the human body. Approximately 50% of all anemia cases may be caused by iron deficiency which is frequently caused by chronic blood loss. Patients with bleeding disorders have greater propensity for blood loss and therefore may have a higher prevalence of iron deficiency when compared to the general population. However, few studies have assessed the prevalence of iron deficiency in children with inherited bleeding disorders. Objectives: This study aims to identify the prevalence of iron deficiency in children with an inherited bleeding disorder. Methods: A retrospective analysis …

Ebp Capacity And Sustainability Funding Pilot, Evidence To Practice, Cep Briefs, Ronnie Rubin, Lisa Staples, Sonita Singh, Stephen Phillippi

Policy & Position Papers

No abstract provided.

March 2023, Swosu Bulldog Wellness Committee

SWOSU BULLDOG WELLNESS

March is Colorectal Cancer Education & Awareness Month.

Colorectal Cancer is the 3rd most common cancer diagnosed and the 2nd leading cause of cancer related death. Since we are all affected, it is recommended that we begin screening at age 45 and most insurances cover 100% of the expense.

Anaphylaxis, Children's Mercy Kansas City

Clinical Pathways (Formally Known As Clinical Practice Guidelines)

No abstract provided.

Hypertension-Inpatient, Children's Mercy Kansas City

Clinical Pathways (Formally Known As Care Process Models)

No abstract provided.

Intouch Week Of February 27, 2023, New York Medical College

InTouch

• NYMC and WMCHealth Network Host Sixth Annual HeLa Conference
• Community Read Book Discussion Spotlights the Inequalities in Dental Care
• Harvey: An Educational Tool for NYMC for More Than 20 Years
• NYMC Celebrates National Heart Month
• NYMC Helps 99 Local Patients with Blood Drive Organized by Donate Life Club and New York Blood Center

Trident - Spring 2023, Dugoni School Of Dentistry

Trident

The spring 2023 issue of the orthodontics alumni newsletter at University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry

Reflecting On Student And Novice Nurses’ Clinical Decision-Making At The Bedside: Considering A Gen Z Influence, Teresa Wenner, Edd, Msn, Rn-Bc, Cne, Karen Waterfall, Msn, Rn-Ccrn, Mary Hanson-Zalot, Edd, Msn, Rn, Cne, Julia Ward, Phd, Rn

College of Nursing Posters

Introduction: The relationship between nurses’ decision-making and healthcare outcomes is a high priority in nursing research today. Prior studies and nursing theory have indicated that students and novice nurses rely primarily on formal procedures and concrete evidence to make clinical decisions, but with the passage of time and through meaningful experience, decision-making becomes more intuitive in nature. Increased awareness of the decision-making processes among students and novice nurses is needed to improve health outcomes.

The Santa Clara, 2023-02-17, Santa Clara University

The Santa Clara

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60 Year Old Male With Autonomic Dysreflexia In C7 Ais A Secondary To A Suprapubic Catheter Inflation In The Membranous Urethra, Brandon Kase, Md, Joshua Levin, Do, Kristin Gustafson, Do

Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Posters

Introduction: Autonomic dysreflexia is a potentially lifethreatening complication in patients with a spinal cord injury above the level of T6. A dangerous symptom is an increase in blood pressure induced by reflex sympathetic hyperactivity secondary to a noxious stimuli which can lead to cerebral hemorrhages, seizures, heart failure or pulmonary edema.¹ The most common causes of autonomic dysreflexia are noxious stimuli to the 1) bladder such as urinary tract infection, distension, or catheterization; 2) bowel, such as constipation or 3) skin such as wounds, or tight clothing. Though Foley catheters and intermittent catheterizations are well known causes of dysreflexia …

Steroid Treatment Causes Weakness In Spinal Dural Arteriovenous Fistula, Mina Na, Do, Brandon Kase, Md, Roger Liu, Do, Kristin Gustafson, Do

Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Posters

Introduction: Spinal dural arteriovenous fistula (SDAVF) is an abnormal connection between the arterial and venous system creating an increase in blood flow and pressure into the spinal veins¹ at an estimated frequency of 5-10 cases per million per year.² Activities that increase intrathoracic and venous pressure such as Valsalva, abdominal compression and steroids_² can lead to a venous infarction, subarachnoid hemorrhage, paraplegia or tetraplegia.³ SDAVF is difficult to diagnose as it presents similarly to other neurologic disorders, but if diagnosed early, deficits can be prevented and reversed with intervention.¹

Case Description: A 54-year-old male presented …

Intouch Week Of February 13, 2023, New York Medical College

InTouch

• Center for Disaster Medicine Presents Operational Medicine Course for Law Enforcement
• Film Screening and Discussion Helps Celebrate Black History Month
• Envisioning the Healthcare Landscape with ChatGPT
• Comorbidities and Hospital Length of Stay Key Mortality Predictors After Blunt Thoracic Trauma

Increasing Student Engagement: Case-Based Teaching And Learning, Necole Leland, Lisa Nicholas

UNLV Best Teaching Practices Expo

Case-based learning (CBL) is an active learning approach using hypothetical or real life problems that help learners develop clinical judgment and problem-solving skills (Bastable, 2023). CBL can be used in multiple settings, including the classroom, the clinical environment, and simulation. CBL can be used in most disciplines to bring real life scenarios to life for learners. Learners identify the problem in the case, develop multiple approaches to solving problems, discuss different viewpoints or assumptions, propose alternate decisions, and weigh consequences (Young & Paterson, 2007). CBL helps make connections that transfer theoretical knowledge to practical application (Billings & Halstead, 2020). CBL …

Evaluation Of Autofluorescence Technology In The Identification Of Tissue Types In Anterior Neck Surgery, Natalie M. Perlov, Elliott Sina, Sruti Tekumalla, Annie Moroco, Md, Elizabeth Cottrill, Md

Alpha Omega Alpha Research Symposium Posters

Background

• Iatrogenic parathyroidectomy and hypocalcemia are potential risks of central neck surgery¹
• Resected parathyroid tissue may be reimplanted if identified quickly, mitigating risk of hypocalcemia²
• Current practices of identifying and preserving parathyroids, such as frozen specimens, may incur significant costs in time and expense
• Autofluorescence (AF) technology takes baseline AF readings from healthy thyroid tissue and compares to other tissues in the neck
• There is limited data on AF profiles of all tissue types in the central neck (thyroid, thymus, benign vs. malignant lymph nodes, adipose tissue)

Preliminary Outcomes

• (1) Investigate the impact of AF on iatrogenic hypoparathyroidism …

Broad Efficacy Of A Computationally Designed Ace2 Decoy Against Sars-Cov-2 Omicron Variants And Related Viruses In Vitro And In Vivo, Brandon Havranek, Graeme W. Lindsey, Yusuke Higuchi, Yumi Itoh, Tatsuya Suzuki, Toru Okamoto, Atsushi Hoshino, Erik Procko, Shahidul M. Islam

Alpha Omega Alpha Research Symposium Posters

Background: The SARS-CoV-2 omicron variant (B.1.1.529) and its sublineages are currently the dominant variants in the United States accounting for 100% of COVID-19 cases. Problem: The S protein receptor-binding domain (RBD), located in the S1 subunit of the S protein, binds the human angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (hACE2) leading to S1 shedding and proteolytic processing of S2 that is important for membrane fusion and release of viral RNA. Various neutralizing therapeutics including protein minibinders, peptides, monoclonal antibodies, and nanobodies have been developed to block the critical interaction between the RBD and hACE2. However, these therapeutics are often developed against the S …

Intouch Week Of February 6, 2023, New York Medical College

InTouch

• Steven Lansman, M.D., Ph.D., Is Appointed Chair of the Department of Surgery
• GME Programs Receive Continued Full Accreditation and Expands Training Programs
• Sachin Gupte, M.D., Ph.D., Awarded $2.7 Million NIH Grant to Develop Treatments for Vascular Disease
• NYMC and TU Release a Medical Research Journal
• Children’s Dream Foundation Grant Supports Purchase of SimJunior Manikin
• NYMC Welcomes Derek Staudohar as Director of Engineering
• New Study Identifies Pathway Used to Process Emotional Information in the Brain

Ipe Honors Program Poster - Education Day 2023, Todd Hynson

InterProfessional Education Research and Scholarship

No abstract provided.

Young Professionals, Lehigh Valley Health Network

Young Professionals

No abstract provided.

Nursing News & Views - Feburary 2023, Joanne Miller Rn

Nursing Newsletters

No abstract provided.

Late Onset Paradoxical Effect Of Zolpidem After Anoxic Brain Injury: A Pediatric Case Report, Amanda Lindenberg, Sathya Vadivelu

Posters

Case Diagnosis Acquired brain injury (ABI) is a common cause of disability. It is defined as an insult to the brain that subsequently results in impairments of communication, cognition, sensorimotor function and behavior. Anoxic brain injuries can be particularly disabling. A common cause of a anoxic injury in children is cardiopulmonary arrest. The revised coma recovery scale (CRS-R) is a standardized assessment for level of arousal after brain injury. Case Description A 16 year old healthy boy was admitted after an unwitnessed pulseless cardiopulmonary arrest requiring 3 defibrillations and 2mg of epinephrine. His cardiac and genetic workup was negative. His …