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Dsm V: Review Of Commonly Seen Diagnosis Found In The Inpatient Mental Health Setting, Joyce Salzer

Nursing Posters

Objectives: increased awareness of where to find some of the most commonly seen diagnosis within the DSM V and knowledge of some of the changes that have been made in diagnostic classification.

Impact Of Tranexamic Acid (Txa) On Hemoglobin Levels In Elective Total Knee Arthroplasty Patients, Gina Anderson-Malum

Nursing Posters

Over the last 2 years, the Bone and Joint Center has focused on blood utilization for total knee and total hip arthroplasty. With the use of a blood transfusion protocol, we significantly reduced blood transfusion rates and standardized the approach to care. As an expansion of this work, other ideas to further decrease blood utilization were considered. The purpose of the data collection of preoperative and postoperative Hemoglobin (HGB) levels was to evaluate the effect of Tranexamic Acid (TXA) on the average change in Hgb levels compared to Hgb levels of patients that did not receive the medication. In addition, …

Successful Mentoring Relationships, Mary Leyk, Colleen Porwoll

Nursing Posters

A poster presentation on the structure, process, and outcomes of a successful mentoring program.

Timing Of Surgical Antibiotic Prophylaxis Vs. Therapeutic Antibiotics And The Risk Of Surgical Site Infection, Sandy Gilk, Joan Hemker, Jeni Hansen

Nursing Posters

Introduction: The CDC has developed criteria that define surgical site infection (SSI) as infection related to an operative procedure that occurs at or near the surgical incision within 30 days of the procedure or within 90 days if prosthetic material is implanted. Objectives: Differentiate between Prophylactic Antibiotics and Therapeutic antibiotic. Understanding SCIP guidelines with use of prophylactic antibiotics. Understanding the use of Therapeutic antibiotics by physician's order, prior to surgery.

Graduate Bulletin, 2014-2015 (2014), Minnesota State University Moorhead

Graduate Bulletins (Catalogs)

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Protein Binding Drug-Drug Interaction Between Warfarin And Tizoxanide In Human Plasma, Eduard Mullokandov, Jennifer Ahn, Andrew Szalkiewicz, Mariana Babayeva

Touro College of Pharmacy (New York) Publications and Research

The goal of the in vitro research was to evaluate the potential for inhibition of warfarin protein binding by tizoxanide. Warfarin was of particular interest for the present investigation because it has been shown to be highly bound to plasma proteins and is a narrow therapeutic index drug. Tizoxanide is an active metabolite of an anti-infective prodrug nitazoxanide and also highly protein-bound medication. Both drugs are expected to be co-administered clinically. Protein binding of warfarin was investigated using a centrifugal ultrafiltration technique. Co-administration of tizoxanide significantly inhibited protein binding of warfarin for all concentrations tested. Tizoxanide increased free fraction (fu) …

Palytoxin Poisoning Via Inhalation In Pediatric Siblings, Martha M. Rumore, Blaine M. Houst

Touro College of Pharmacy (New York) Publications and Research

Introduction: Several cases of palytoxin poisoning have occurred during cleaning of aquariums.

Case Report: We report a case of palytoxin inhalational toxicity in pediatric siblings following secondary exposure to vapors from cleaning of an aquarium containing Zoanthids. Symptoms included fever, tachycardia, leukocytosis and elevated lactic dehydrogenase. Both patients received supportive treatment in the pediatric intensive care unit and were discharged after 48 hours. Symptoms also occurred in children’s parents including cleaning attendant.

Conclusion: Herein, we present a rare case of inhalational toxicity from palytoxin.

The Incidence And Influence Of Musculoskeletal And Nerve Injuries Among Occupational Therapists: An Exploratory Study, Alyssa A. Jenkins, Renae H. Witta

Occupational Therapy Capstones

Purpose: The purpose of this research study was to explore the incidence and influence of musculoskeletal and nerve injuries among occupational therapists. Specifically, we examined the influence of musculoskeletal and nerve injuries on work satisfaction, work performance and overall quality of life in occupational therapists practicing in physical rehabilitation settings.

Methodology: An exploratory survey research design was implemented following study approval from the University of North Dakota (UND) Institutional Review Board. Occupational therapists who were affiliated with the UND Occupational Therapy Program contract sites were invited, via email, to participate in this exploratory study. In addition, the survey was posted …

Healthnet News V.30:No.1 Winter 2014, Alberta Richetelle, Wendy Urciuoli

Articles - Patient Care

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Meta-Analysis Of Social-Personality Psychological Research, Blair T. Johnson, Alice H. Eagly

CHIP Documents

This publication provides a contemporary treatment of the subject of meta-analysis in relation to social-personality psychology. Meta-analysis literally refers to the statistical pooling of the results of independent studies on a given subject, although in practice it refers as well to other steps of research synthesis, including defining the question under investigation, gathering all available research reports, coding of information about the studies and their effects, and interpretation/dissemination of results. Discussed as well are the hallmarks of high-quality meta-analyses.

Cell-Selective Knockout And 3d Confocal Image Analysis Reveals Separate Roles For Astrocyte- And Endothelial-Derived Ccl2 In Neuroinflammation, Debayon Paul, Shujun Ge, Yen Lemire, Evan R. Jellison, David R. Serwanski, Joel S. Pachter

UCHC Articles - Research

Background

Expression of chemokine CCL2 in the normal central nervous system (CNS) is nearly undetectable, but is significantly upregulated and drives neuroinflammation during experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE), an animal model of multiple sclerosis which is considered a contributing factor in the human disease. As astrocytes and brain microvascular endothelial cells (BMEC) forming the blood–brain barrier (BBB) are sources of CCL2 in EAE and other neuroinflammatory conditions, it is unclear if one or both CCL2 pools are critical to disease and by what mechanism(s).

Methods

Mice with selective CCL2 gene knockout (KO) in astrocytes (Astro KO) or …

Complex Mental Health Sequelae Of Psychological Trauma Among Women In Prenatal Care, Julian D. Ford

UCHC Articles - Research

Pregnancy is a critical time to identify and address maternal mental health problems, for the health of both mother and child. Pregnant women with histories of exposure to interpersonal psychological trauma may experience a range of mental health problems including but not limited to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In a community sample of 1,581 pregnant women, 25% reported symptoms consistent with at least one of six syndromes, including PTSD, major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), or clinically significant dissociation, somatization, or affect dysregulation. Six sub-groups with distinct mental health problem profiles were identified by cluster analysis. Controlling for …

A Systems Biology Approach To Iron Metabolism, Reinhard C. Laubenbacher, Suzy V. Torti

UCHC Articles - Research

Iron is critical to the survival of almost all living organisms. However, inappropriately low or high levels of iron are detrimental and contribute to a wide range of diseases. Recent advances in the study of iron metabolism have revealed multiple intricate pathways that are essential to the maintenance of iron homeostasis. Further, iron regulation involves processes at several scales, ranging from the subcellular to the organismal. This complexity makes a systems biology approach crucial, with its enabling technology of computational models based on a mathematical description of regulatory systems. Systems biology may represent a new strategy for understanding imbalances in …

Effects Of Oxidation On Protein-Nanoparticle Interactions, Valdez R. Rahming, Md. Abul Fazal

Chemistry Faculty Publications

Aims: Upon entrance into the blood stream most nanoparticles bind to an array of proteins forming a “protein corona”. Fibrinogen is the second most abundant blood protein and has been reported to bind to a variety of nanoparticles including metal oxides, polymeric nanoparticles and carbon nanotubes.
Study Design: Study the effects of oxidation on the binding interactions between human serum fibrinogen and magnetic iron (III) oxide nanoparticles.
Place and Duration of Study: Department of Chemistry, College of St. Benedict, 37 South College Avenue, St. Joseph, MN 56374, U.S.A., between June 2011 and May 2012.
Methodology: Spectroscopic techniques (UV-Vis, IR, fluorescence, …

Assessing Multicultural Knowledge, Attitudes, Skills And Comfort: Medical Education For A Changing World, Seth Vanzant

Master of Public Health Program Student Publications

Objectives: To assess the knowledge, skills, comfort and attitudes pertaining to cultural competency of first and fourth year medical students at Wright State University’s Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio.

Study Design: The Cross Cultural Competency Questionnaire (CCCQ) was distributed to first and fourth year medical students. The CCCQ provided demographic information, as well as the students’ perceptions of their cross cultural knowledge, skills, comfort and attitudes. IBM’s Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to analyze the data, in an attempt to identify potential predictive factors for higher levels of cultural competency among entry level students, …

Qualitative Analysis On Reintegration Needs Of Formerly Incarcerated Women In Clark County, Ohio, Londa E. Holliday

Master of Public Health Program Student Publications

There has been a significant increase in the rate of incarceration among women. Since 1995, women’s incarceration rate has increased by about 203%. With this growing trend it is important to explore the unique needs of women, particularly those that relate to community reintegration. It has been found that women reported their needs differently than men. This study examines some of those needs reported by women in the Clark County Jail through a pilot focus group conducted in January 2012. The women in this study discussed what they felt would be needs they would face once they were released from …

Specific Localization Of Β-Arrestin2 In Myenteric Plexus Of Mouse Gastrointestinal Tract, Hercules T. Maguma, Dipanjana D. De, Sukhada Bhave, William L. Dewey, Hamid I. Akbarali

Pharmacology and Toxicology Publications

Abstract

β-arrestin2 is a key molecule involved in signaling and internalization of activated G protein-coupled receptors including µ-opioid receptors (MOR). Previously we have shown that decreased expression of β-arrestin2 upon chronic morphine is associated with the development of opioid tolerance in the gastrointestinal tract. However, the localization of β-arrestin2 within the gastrointestinal wall is not known. In this study we found that β-arrestin2 is localized in the soma of a select group of neurons in the myenteric ganglia but not in smooth muscle. The density of β-arestin2 was significantly higher in the ileum than the colon. We identified four variants …

Activation Of Nlrp3 Inflammasomes Enhances Macrophage Lipid-Deposition And Migration: Implication Of A Novel Role Of Inflammasome In Atherogenesis, Xiang Li, Yang Zhang, Min Xia, Erich Gulbins, Krishna M. Boini, Pin-Lan Li

Pharmacology and Toxicology Publications

Although Nlrp3 inflammasome activation in macrophages has been shown to be critical for the development of atherosclerosis upon atherogenic stimuli, it remains unknown whether activated Nlrp3 inflammasomes by other non-atherogenic stimuli induce alterations in macrophages that may contribute in the concert with other factors to atherogenesis. Thus, the present study tested the hypothesis that activation of Nlrp3 inflammasomes by ATP, which is a classical non-lipid danger stimulus, enhances the migration of macrophage and increases lipids deposition in macrophages accelerating foam cell formation. We first demonstrated that extracellular ATP (2.5 mM) markedly increased the formation and activation of Nlrp3 inflammasomes in …

Effect Of Variations In Forced Expiration Effort On Pelvic Floor Activation In Asymptomatic Females, L. Kitani, G. G. Apte, G. S. Dedrick, P. S. Sizer, J. M. Brismee

Physical Therapy

No abstract provided.

Spinal Height Changes In Response To Sustained And Repetitive Prone Lumbar Extension After A Period Of Spinal Unloading, J. M. Lazzarini, G. S. Dedrick, P. S. Sizer, J. M. Brismée

Physical Therapy

No abstract provided.

Validity Of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound For Identification Of Humeroradial Joint Chondral Lesions: A Preliminary Investigation, C. Lohman, M. P. Smith, G. S. Dedrick, J. M. Brismée

Physical Therapy

No abstract provided.

Co-Contractive Activation Of The Superficial Multifidus During Volitional Preemptive Abdominal Contraction, O. G. Matthjis, G. S. Dedrick, C. R. James, J. M. Brismée, T. L. Hooper, M. K. Mcgalliard, P. S. Sizer

Physical Therapy

No abstract provided.

Fluoxetine-Induced Atypical Serotonin Syndrome With Hallucinations Masquerading As A Parkinsonian Syndrome, S. J. Stephens, A. J. Muzyk, M. Woodworth

Pharmacy Practice

No abstract provided.

A Review Of Osteoporosis Management In Younger, Premenopausal Women, A. N. Mclendon, C. B. Woodis

Pharmacy Practice

The purpose of this review is to describe the available evidence for osteoporosis treatments in young and premenopausal women. A review of articles evaluating the treatment or prevention of osteoporosis in young (age less than 50 years) or premenopausal women was conducted. Several trials evaluating the treatment of anorexia nervosa and use of hormone therapy in those women, the use of bisphosphonates in women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer and the use of bisphosphonates, teriparatide and vitamin D in women with glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis are described. Limited data were found to support the treatment of osteoporosis in women with idiopathic osteoporosis …

A Review Of Osteoporosis Management In Younger, Premenopausal Women, A. N. Mclendon, C. B. Woodis

Pharmacy Practice

No abstract provided.

Morphine Overdose In A 6 1/2 Week-Old Infant: A Case Report, D. H. Eagerton, N. H. Goodbar, M. C. Dansby, S. N. Abel, W. C. Bell

Pharmaceutical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Enantioselective Metabolism Of Primaquine By Human Cyp2d6, P. S. Fasinu, B. L. Tekwani, N. P. Nanayakkara, B. Avula, B. H. Herath, Y. H. Wang, V. R. Adelli, M. A. Elsohly, S. I. Khan, I. A. Khan, B. S. Pybus, S. R. Marcisism, G. A. Reichard, J. D. Mccheseny, L. A. Walker

Pharmaceutical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Associations Between Dietary Intake Of Fruits And Vegetables In Relation To Urinary Estrogen Dna Adduct Ratio, K. W. Reding, M. Zahid, E. Cavalieri, E. G. Rogan, B. S. Raccor, C. Atkinson, M. Yong, K. M. Newton, J. W. Lampe

Pharmaceutical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Determinants Of Health After Hospital Discharge: Rationale And Design Of The Vanderbilt Inpatient Cohort Study (Vics), A. G. Meyers, A. Salanitro, K. A. Wallston, C. Cawthon, E. E. Vasilevskis, K. M. Goggins, C. M. Davis, R. L. Rothman, L. D. Castel, K. M. Donato, J. F. Schnelle, S. P. Bell, J. S. Schildcrout, C. Y. Osborn, F. E. Harrell, S. Kripalani

Business, Lundy-Fetterman School of

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The Impact Of Prison Arts Programs On Inmate Attitudes And Behavior: A Quantitative Evaluation, Larry Brewster

Public and Nonprofit Administration

California has been a leader in prison fine arts programs. Arts-in-Corrections, the granddaddy of them all, enjoyed a highly successful 30 year run until its closure in 2010 as a result of the state's budget crisis. This study evaluates three demonstration projects modeled after AIC, and prison theater programs offered through The Actors' Gang's Prison Project and Marin Shakespeare. Inmates from San Quentin, Soledad, New Folsom and CRC, Norco state prisons participated in the study. Pre-and Post surveys designed to measure changes in attitudes and behavior were administered at the start and finish of each 12-week arts program. The surveys …