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The Short- And Long-Term Effects Of Child Abuse And Their Implications For The Suggested Length Of Physical And Psychosocial Treatment Regimens, Christine M. Ruff

Senior Honors Theses

Child abuse is the physical, psychological, or neglectful maltreatment of a child by a caregiver. Intimate partner violence relates closely to child mistreatment. Children are not likely to disclose that their parent or guardian is abusing them. Child abuse may result in short-term consequences, long-term consequences, or death. Some negative outcomes of maltreatment include delinquency, mental health issues, physical problems, educational underachievement, and socioeconomic disparities. The cycle of mistreatment is when a parent who suffered abuse as a child is more likely to maltreat his or her own child. There are factors that protect from the consequences of mistreatment. Research …

Benefits And Barriers Of Cancer Practitioners Discussing Physical Activity With Their Cancer Patients, Justin Keogh, Alicia Olsen, Mike Climstein, Sally Sargeant, Lynette Jones

Sally Sargeant

Our aim was to synthesise the existing empirical literature and theoretical perspectives on the physical activity (PA) promotion practices and determinants of cancer clinicians and health professionals. We conducted a narrative review of theory and evidence to develop practice recommendations for improving the promotion of PA to cancer patients. Surveyed health professionals were aware of many benefits of PA for their cancer patients, although only ~40 % promoted PA to selected cancer patients. Walking was the most commonly promoted form of PA, with this promoted to assist patients control their weight and cardiovascular health risk. Barriers to promotion of PA …

Physical Activity And Childhood Academic Achievement: A Critical Review, Kaitlin Cacciotti, Nikki Milne, Rob Orr

Dr Nikki Milne

Objectives: Physical activity is thought to have a positive effect on a child’s brain and their ability to learn. This review critically examines literature investigating physical activity and its effects on academic achievement. Methods: Databases, search terms and reference lists were utilized to identify appropriate studies. Relevant studies were evaluated using the Downs and Black checklist. Inter-rater agreement was determined by Krippendorff’s alpha. Results: Ten research studies (mean score of 74%: KAlpha=0.86), including children aged from 6-12 years were retained for evaluation. Conclusions: The review identified that physical activity, delivered in different physical modalities, both during and out of school …

The Impact Of An Inpatient Hospital Admission On Patients’ Physical Functioning And Quality Of Life In The Oncology Setting, Andrew Murnane, Justin Keogh, Fiona Magat, Sonya Imbesi, Marie Coulombe, Sharni Patchell, Allan Abbott

Allan D. Abbott

Objective: Cancer can affect an individual’s level of physical function and health related quality of life (HRQoL). Those requiring hospital admission may be at risk of further decline during hospitalisation. The aim of this study was to investigate physical functioning and HRQoL of cancer patients on admission and over the course of their hospital admission. Methods: A prospective observational study was undertaken on the inpatient wards of a specialist oncology hospital. Assessment measures were taken bi-weekly until discharge from hospital or if they became too unwell to continue. Functional outcome measures included timed-up and go test (TUG), 30 second sit …

The Impact Of An Inpatient Hospital Admission On Patients’ Physical Functioning And Quality Of Life In The Oncology Setting, Andrew Murnane, Justin Keogh, Fiona Magat, Sonya Imbesi, Marie Coulombe, Sharni Patchell, Allan Abbott

Justin Keogh

Objective: Cancer can affect an individual’s level of physical function and health related quality of life (HRQoL). Those requiring hospital admission may be at risk of further decline during hospitalisation. The aim of this study was to investigate physical functioning and HRQoL of cancer patients on admission and over the course of their hospital admission. Methods: A prospective observational study was undertaken on the inpatient wards of a specialist oncology hospital. Assessment measures were taken bi-weekly until discharge from hospital or if they became too unwell to continue. Functional outcome measures included timed-up and go test (TUG), 30 second sit …

Diagnostic Accuracy Of Clinical Examination Features For Identifying Large Rotator Cuff Tears In Primary Health Care, Angela Cadogan, Peter Mcnair, Mark Laslett, Wayne Hing, Stephen Taylor

Wayne Hing

Objectives: Rotator cuff tears are a common and disabling complaint. The early diagnosis of medium and large size rotator cuff tears can enhance the prognosis of the patient. The aim of this study was to identify clinical features with the strongest ability to accurately predict the presence of a medium, large or multitendon (MLM) rotator cuff tear in a primary care cohort. Methods: Participants were consecutively recruited from primary health care practices (n5203). All participants underwent a standardized history and physical examination, followed by a standardized X-ray series and diagnostic ultrasound scan. Clinical features associated with the presence of a …

Epidemiology News, Georgia Southern University

Epidemiology News (2012-2018)

• Acceptability and Feasibility of Physical Activity Assessment Methods

Health Policy & Management News, Georgia Southern University

Health Policy & Management Department News (2011-2018)

• Acceptability and Feasibility of Physical Activity Assessment Methods

Methods To Improve Rehabilitation Of Patients Following Breast Cancer Surgery: A Review Of Systematic Reviews, Siew Yim Loh Assoc Prof, Aisha Nadia Ms

Siew Yim Loh

Context: Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer amongst women but it has the highest survival rates amongst all cancer. Rehabilitation therapy of post-treatment effects from cancer and its treatment is needed to improve functioning and quality of life. This review investigated the range of methods for improving physical, psychosocial, occupational, and social wellbeing in women with breast cancer after receiving breast cancer surgery. Method: A search for articles published in English between the years 2009 and 2014 was carried out using The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, the Database of Abstracts of Reviews of Effects, PubMed, and ScienceDirect. Search …