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Hand Grip Strength As A Determinant For Upper Extremity Strength, Adonus Lee, Antwann Mccray, Tia Howell, Zach Lovelace

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

This study sought to determine the relationship between grip strength and upper extremity strength, and how the values differ between males and females. It was hypothesized that grip strength was a valid determinant of upper extremity strength, with females having higher relative strength due to having generally smaller body masses than males.

The Effects Of Creatine Supplementation On Muscle Mass In Female Bodybuilders, Morgan Murphy

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The aim of this study was to determine if supplementing with creatine monohydrate increases the rate in which muscles mass develops in female bodybuilders. It was hypothesized that creatine monohydrate would result in a faster growth of muscle mass in female bodybuilders.

Baystate Health Sciences Library Newsletter - Spring 2019, Maria Roman

Library Newsletters

Health Sciences Library Newsletter - Spring 2019

Clinical Decision Support Functions And Digitalization Of Clinical Documents Of Electronic Medical Record Systems, Young-Taek Park, Phoebe (Yeon) S. Kim, Byoung-Kee Yi, Sang Mi Kim

Nursing Faculty Publications

Objectives

The objective of this study was to investigate the clinical decision support (CDS) functions and digitalization of clinical documents of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems in Korea. This exploratory study was conducted focusing on current status of EMR systems.

Methods

This study used a nationwide survey on EMR systems conducted from July 25, 2018 to September 30, 2018 in Korea. The unit of analysis was hospitals. Respondents of the survey were mainly medical recorders or staff members in departments of health insurance claims or information technology. This study analyzed data acquired from 132 hospitals that participated in the survey. …

Child Poverty, Physical & Mental Health In Maine, Katelyn Malloy

Thinking Matters Symposium Archive

Children who live below the national poverty line account for nearly one fifth of Maine’s overall population. Child poverty is a determinant of health that can lead to negative health outcomes that affect childhood development, educational achievement, as well as physical and mental health. The purpose of this study was to identify five Maine counties with the highest rates of child poverty according to the national average. Comparison of poverty rates between counties were analyzed along with two leading health indicators – mental and physical distress. This study used 2016 county-level childhood poverty estimates, assessed by the American Community Survey …

Himmelfarb Library Liaison Letter - April 2019, George Washington University, Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library

Himmelfarb Library Liaison Letters

No abstract provided.

Quantification Of Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound, Joseph Pathoulas

All College Thesis Program, 2016-2019

The aim of this experiment was to investigate the effect of manipulating ultrasound scanner settings on time-intensity curve parameters in a tube perfusion phantom system using contrast-enhanced ultrasound imaging. Imaging was performed using a Philips LOGIQ E9 ultrasound scanner equipped with a C1-6VN transducer and utilized two different microbubble contrast agents: Definity and Lumason. The ultrasound scanner settings manipulated included: gain, dynamic range, and frequency. Additionally, relative microbubble concentration, microbubble type, and perfusion flow rate were manipulated. Four time-intensity curve parameters (time to peak, area under curve, gradient, peak intensity) were measured from linearized pixel data. Time to peak was …

Automated Assessment Of Acute Aortic Dissection On Thoracic Ct Using Deep Learning, Varun Singh, Richard Gorniak, Md, Adam Flanders, Md, Paras Lakhani, Md

Department of Radiology Posters

Purpose

To assess the efficacy of deep convolutional neural networks (DCNNs ) in differentiating acute aortic dissections from non-dissected aortas on thoracic CT.

Spontaneous Pushing Vs Directed Valsalva Pushing, Erika Ellis, Barbara Mcclaskey

Posters

The purpose of this study is to determine if spontaneous pushing during the second stage of labor produces better maternal outcomes than the more commonly used directed Valsalva pushing. A literature review of the recent studies has been performed to determine if Valsalva pushing is simply archaic or absolutely necessary for healthier mother/baby outcomes. To recommend that women go against their primal urges to push in the man­ner that their own bodies are directing them, indicates that there must be research-based evidence to intervene in the natural order of things and use Valsalva pushing instead. When in fact, there are …

Human Gut Microbiome, Enrico José Aveiro Johannsen, Mandy Peak

Posters

The human gut microbiome has been an area of interest for researchers due to its established link with human metabolism, nutrition, physiology, and immune functions. The research presented further investigates the microbiome to better understand it. Stools from two healthy young African males and a French obese individual were analyzed using MALDI-TOF MS and the enrichment culture technique. For the identification of bacterial species metagenomics, genomics, and culturomics were used. The results showed a much broader biodiversity in the human gut than previously predicted, as well as better results when using culturomics for measuring biodiversity in large-scale isolation.

The Use Of Turn Assistance Features On Hospital Beds For Prevention Of Caregiver Injury, Trenton Tucker, Barbara Mcclaskey

Posters

In the world of nursing, caregiver injury is still a major problem. It has been reported that 44% of healthcare workers have lower back musculoskeletal pain. The purpose of this study was to examine ways to decrease injury to care providers. The methodology was a literature review focusing on turn assist technology. Education alone cannot always prevent a musculoskeletal injury, and thus the use of turn assistance features on beds is implemented. These turning functions have shown great success in helping prevent caregiver muscle strain, and in helping decrease caregiver injury. As general technology has increased, so has medical technology …

Lending A Hand: Healthcare Cost And Treatment Impact Of Peer Recovery Services, A Review Of The Literature, Nicholas J. Bush

Senior Honors Projects

Background: In the United States, the need for mental health and substance misuse treatment has been on the rise leading to an increase in healthcare costs and a reduction in barriers to care. Recently, there has been a growing interest in implementing peer support services (PSS) to increase access to care, improve treatment outcomes, and reduce healthcare related costs, such as emergency room visits, psychiatric hospitalization, and crisis stabilization.

Aims: This Honors project reports on a systematic review of the literature on treatment outcomes associated with PSS in mental health and/or substance misuse populations. It reviews the evidence that PSS …

The Effects Of Alchoholism Within Family Structures, Abbey Westmoreland, Eva Cumpton, Hyejoon Park

Posters

Employing qualitative study with purposive sampling methods, we want to study family mechanism exposed alcoholic consumption. Testing the effects of alcoholism within family structures, we examined whether children and the spouse of the alcoholic displayed any signs of emotional or physical abuse after treatment had been in place. The number of years post treatment varied upon different individuals. We also tested whether the different treatment options such as AA or in-patient treatment had longer lasting effects. The sample size included 10 white males from different backgrounds. Family sample size includes 5 white individuals, 4 females and 1 male. Outcomes were …

A Pre And Post Survey To Evaluate Patient Perception Of Group Diabetes Self-Management Education In Rural Health Clinics, Stormy Carter, Ashleigh Heter

Posters

Diabetes is a significant clinical issue in the primary care setting. Providers struggle to overcome barriers to facilitate therapeutic interventions for populations served. The specific aim of this study was to assess group diabetes self-management education from a patient perspective. Evaluation of diabetes knowledge and self-efficacy confidence was conducted in rural primary care clinics using pre and post surveys. This study utilized a one-group pretest-posttest design to patients receiving group diabetes self-management education in Southeast Kansas rural primary care clinics by a certified diabetes educator. The surveyed population included individuals ages 18-65 with prediabetes, type I, or type II diabetes …

Breastfeeding And How It Affects Cognitive Development, Kylie Farris, Barbara Mcclaskey

Posters

If one was asked “which is better: breastfeeding or formula feeding?” the most common answer would be “breastfeeding.” This would be the answer 9 times out of 10. It is a known fact by a wide range of people, that in general, breastfeeding is the better option. Infants who are breastfed exclusively in the first six months of life tend to have better overall health outcomes than children that are fed only iron-fortified formula or a combination of the two. Therefore, it is likely that breastfeeding will indeed also improve cognitive developmental outcomes. That is the purpose of this study. …

The Correlation Between Stress And Alcohol Consumption In College Students, Christian Dowling, Sarah Cass, Morgan Hensley, Hyejoon Park

Posters

Stress levels in the life of a college student can be extreme. Sometimes the only way that the student knows how to cope with the high levels of stress is to consume alcohol. This coping strategy is not healthy and unfortunately, the use of alcohol as a coping strategy can lead to more harm than good. Recent studies have shown that 80 percent of all college students in America consume alcohol and that almost half of those students have binge drank in the past two weeks. This study evaluates the relationship between stress levels and the level of alcohol consumption …

Implementing Zero/Neutral Displacement Iv Connectors To Reduce Blood Stream Infections, Kirsten Mitchell, Barbara Mcclaskey

Posters

Catheter related blood stream infections are a major problem in the United States and account for over $225 million each year with over 1,300 infections occurring each day. By researching the most effective type of IV connector, health care providers can provide the best and safest care possible to patients requiring IV access. Zero/neutral IV connectors may be the answer to decreasing these infections as they produce no reflux in the connector which is a breeding ground for bacteria and occlusions. This literature review found that zero/neutral connectors performed better than positive and negative IV connectors when comparing both reflux …

Agreement Study Between The Parvomedics Trueone 2400 And Vacu-Med Vista Mini-Cpx Metabolic Measurement System, Mohan D. Perumal, Allison M. Barry, Michael Carper, Derek A. Crawford

Posters

Aerobic capacity (VO2 MAX) predicts both athletic performance and health status. Many tools are available to assess VO2 MAX ranging in both cost and accuracy. Understanding limitations of less expensive tools, likely found in settings such as health clinics or sports performance facilities, will help practitioners in developing accurate exercise prescriptions for their respective populations. To evaluate agreement lower cost VO2 MAX assessment tool (Vacu-Med Vista MINI-CPX) to the industry “gold standard” (ParvoMedics TrueOne 2400). Thirty-one participants (22.5 ± 3.5 years; BMI 24.9 ± 2.3; 51% female) completed two sessions of maximal VO2 MAX assessment using the Bruce Protocol graded …

Stop The Potential Killer: Prevention Of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (Mrsa), Brody Wild, Barbara Mcclaskey

Posters

The risk for hospital-acquired methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections in the ICU is great considering the length of stay and the invasive procedures most patients go through. MRSA infections may lead to death and contribute greatly to the cost of care. The purpose of this study was to examine the evidence for the best possible means of preventing MRSA. The methodology was a review of the current research. Some of the measures that were found to be beneficial included daily bathing with chlorhexidine, environmental decon­tamination, MRSA screenings upon admission, isolation precautions for positive patients, eradication therapy, and strict hand hygiene. …

Medication Moderates Link Between Adhd And Some Intimate Partner Violence Measures, Griffin Williams, Jamie Wood

Posters

Intimate partner violence (IPV), is a significant public health concern involving physical or psychological threats from a current or former romantic partner. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2014). Previous investigations have revealed that nearly half of all women and men have suffered from psychological aggression by an intimate partner at some point (Black et al., 2011). While IPV affects both genders, females suffer more than five million IPV incidents each year and nearly two million injuries (National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, 2003). While many predictors have been linked to IPV, we focused on Attention-Deficit/Hyperac­tivity Disorder (ADHD) …

Dental Practice Success Vol. 6 No. 1, American Dental Association, Publishing Division

Dental Practice Success

No abstract provided.

Are Prescription Opioids Increasing The Addictive Behavior And Death Rate In The United States Over The Last 20 Years?, Armeghan Bagherpour

Physician Assistant Capstones

The United States is in an opioid crisis. Of all the opioids that are marketed in the United States the most popular is Oxycontin, containing the active ingredient oxycodone, the chemical equiv-alent of heroin which is more powerful than morphine. Along with heroin and fentanyl, Oxy-contin has become one of the great killers of this era. It is estimated that in 2016 there were over 20,000 overdose deaths related to prescription pain relievers, as opposed to 12,990 over-dose deaths related to heroin in 2015. The state of West Virginia has been the one that has suf-fered the most. The rate …

Knee Osteoarthritis: Efficacy Of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections Are Non-Inferior To Conventional Joint Injection Treatments, John Riley Clark

Physician Assistant Capstones

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) has emerged as a promising treatment of OA, particularly in large joints. For the treatment of knee OA PRP is non-inferior to the traditional methods, in improving function, pain, and ADLs. PRP is promising due to its autologous nature and appeal with the ever-increasing push for holistic or “natural” options in therapeutics. The patient will utilize properties of their own body to bolster an anti-inflammatory response and potentially improve the function of the knee cartilage. Although it requires fluid collection from a patient and processing which may be slightly time intensive, it offers an alternative to synthetic …

Are Sexual Minorities At An Increased Risk For Cardiovascular Disease?, Blake Beck

Physician Assistant Capstones

Among noncommunicable diseases, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for 17.9 million deaths in 2016.1 In the United States the incidence of CVD deaths declined steadily from 1970 to 2014 but halted at 800,000 deaths a year in 2014 and since then has been trending upward.2 Due to an aging population and a dramatic rise in obesity over the past 25 years, the prevalence of CVD in the US is expected to increase by 10% between 2010 and 2030.3 Cardiovascular disease is a broad term that includes coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, and peripheral vascular …

Advancements In The Treatment For Classic Hodgkin Lymphoma, R. Todd Budenz

Physician Assistant Capstones

In the United States, between the years 2011 and 2015, 42,490 cases of classical Hodgkin Lymphoma (cHL) were reported, and 5,585 people died.1 While the response rate to initial treatment leading to remission for those diagnosed with cHL has increased, a portion of patients with remitting or refractory Hodgkin Lymphoma (RRHL) continue to require attention. Currently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates a 5-year survival rate for those with Hodgkin lymphoma of 83.5%, leaving 16.5% either in relapse or remitting disease.1 As research surrounding the treatment of cHL increases, there has been an emergence of utilizing novel treatments …

Field-Directed Therapy Options For Diffuse Actinic Keratoses, Sylwia Anna Cachro

Physician Assistant Capstones

In recent years, climate change has rapidly become an international focus and with it, its economic and environmental consequences. Less attention has been given to its effect on human health. A byproduct of climate change includes higher levels of ultraviolet or UV light exposure.1 UV light has long been associated with the development of skin cancer and pre-cancerous lesions known as actinic keratoses or solar keratoses.1 Given these changes, providers will begin to see more malignant or pre-malignant skin lesions on their patients and will need to confidently determine the best course of treatment for them. What constitutes good treatment? …

The Consequences Of Adverse Childhood Experiences On Health And Implications For The Future, Alison Dutton

Physician Assistant Capstones

One of the most significant aspects of healthcare that is interwoven among complaints and their management, no matter the specialty, is mental health. The full spectrum and severity of mental health conditions is important, but one area that every member of society can relate to is stress. The mere existence of being a human confounded with the everyday demands of society creates a recipe for people of all ages and backgrounds to feel stress and anxiety at some point in their lives. Stress can evolve from an individual’s family dynamic, demands of one’s profession, societal position, sexuality, among many other …

The Effect Of Meat Vs Non-Meat Diets On Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors, Including Hypertension, Diabetes, And Obesity, Alyssa Coleman

Physician Assistant Capstones

Hyperlipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, family history, gender, and obesity are all well-established cardiovascular disease risk factors. Advancements are being made to investigate the role of diet as a modifiable risk factor, and to determine if adults who consume meat compared to those who do not consume meat are at higher risk for hypertension, obesity, and diabetes, thus increasing their cardiovascular disease risk. Because animal protein is ubiquitous in the modern diet, it is imperative that determinations are made in regard to either its benefits or its contribution to the burden of chronic disease. The clinical application of this research is to …

In Patients Presenting To The Emergency Department With Atrial Fibrillation With Rapid Ventricular Response, Are Calcium Channel Blockers More Effective Than Beta-Blockers For Acute Management Of Rate Control?, Jennifer Dang

Physician Assistant Capstones

The evidence on the efficacy of nondihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (CCBs) compared to beta-blockers (BBs) for acute atrial fibrillation (AF) rate control in the emergency department setting was examined. Twelve studies were relevant and revealed that CCBs, specifically diltiazem, were superior to BBs because of their rapid onset of action and the lower number of doses they required to sustain ventricular rate control compared to BBs. However, given the small sample sizes in these studies and the limited number of randomized, double-blinded trials, more research is needed to increase the generalizability and to confirm the significance of these findings.

Is Cesarean Birth A Risk Factor For Childhood Obesity?, John Hosley

Physician Assistant Capstones

Most would agree that obesity is among one of the greatest challenges that providers face in healthcare. Most often the focus is on diet and activity as the primary factors responsible for weight management. Is it possible that the type of birth method predisposes a child to a life of uphill battles in management of weight and comorbidities? Overweight and obese children likely develop into obese adults increasing the likelihood of developing diabetes and cardiovascular disease at a younger age.4 Is there global evidence that otherwise healthy babies, who have been born by c-section compared with those born naturally, are …