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Evaluation Of The Violence And Stigmatization Against Children With Disabilities: A Literature Review, Nmesoma Ozougwu

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Violence and Stigmatization against children with disabilities are critical public health issues. Children with disabilities are a vulnerable population as they are exposed to various forms of discrimination and violence globally. The forms of abuse include, but are not limited to, physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. The experiences of Children with disabilities are massively undocumented and there is also a lack of existing literature addressing the issue. The abuse and violence against children with disabilities are also underreported specifically in cultures where this abuse is socially accepted. There are gaps in the literature regarding the condition of children with disabilities …

The Encapsulation Of Enzymes In Multiphase Complex Coacervates, Akash R. Rajaram

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Polyelectrolyte complex coacervates (PECCs) result from liquid-liquid phase separation (LLPS) in solutions containing oppositely charged polymers ¹. Multiphase polyelectrolyte complex coacervates (MPECCs) result from the combination of multiple, specific PECCs ². The encapsulation of proteins in PECCs can serve as promising vehicles for the effective delivery of protein-based therapeutics, which are notoriously difficult to deliver. The encapsulation of model proteins, such as Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA) ³ or Human Hemoglobin (Hb) ⁴ have illustrated the protein-encapsulating capabilities of these PECC systems. The encapsulation of proteins in MPECCs is a topic that has yet to be explored; however, it …

Does The Health Literacy Of Spanish Speakers Impact Their Vaccination Decisions?: A Literature Review Of Related Research, Kelly Tran

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Background: The Hispanic community has historically faced high rates of vaccine hesitancy when compared to their non-Hispanic white counterparts. This not only poses a threat to their individual health, but also to their community. In a population that is disproportionately affected by COVID-19 infections, it is critical to address vaccine uptake concerns to control the pandemic and prevent future spread of infections.

Objective: This study aims to explore Spanish speakers' vaccination decisions and to explore whether improving health literacy would be an effective approach in increasing vaccination rates. The secondary objective is to describe the role of physicians in decreasing …

The Efficacy Of Treatment Of Symptoms Of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome And Associated Health Risks Using Insulin Sensitizers: A Meta-Analysis, Isabella J. Wong

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is common among women of reproductive age (ages 15-49), and it can put patients at higher risk for diseases such as type II diabetes or coronary heart disease. While the mechanisms behind PCOS are poorly understood, it is diagnosed using two characteristics: hyperandrogenism and anovulation. Once diagnosed, many patients are also tested for insulin resistance (IR). While IR is thought of as a symptom of PCOS, this study will examine the effects of treatment of IR to manage symptoms of PCOS rather than treatment of hyperandrogenism. This meta-analysis used data from studies previously published by searching …

The Impact Of Student-Led Lactation Education On Self-Efficacy In Clinical Simulation: An Integrative Literature Review, Kaitlyn Flores Yu

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Simulation is a critical component of nursing education. It provides a safe environment to practice and evaluate skills, supplements clinical hours, and removes barriers to a well-rounded education. Nurses are expected to be educators as part of our scope of practice, and simulation can facilitate this. One topic of nursing importance is lactation education, as breastfeeding has been shown to have multiple benefits for both mother and baby. National rates of exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months do not currently meet CDC recommendations. The pedagogy known as the Protégé Effect suggests that learning can be improved through teaching. Breastfeeding …

Sexual Violence, Identity Centrality, And Mental Health Among Racial And Sexual Minoritized Individuals: An Application Of Cultural Betrayal Trauma Theory, Brettland D. Coolidge

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Sexual violence (SV) is a pressing concern in the United States. SV (i.e., unwanted sexual contact, coercion, and wanted or unwanted penetration of another). Individuals with minoritized sexual, racial/ethnic, and gender identities experience worse psychosocial outcomes than their majority counterparts. People with multiple marginalized identities have been shown to experience traumatic events at greater rates and with significantly different outcomes compared to those with one minoritized identity. Cultural betrayal trauma theory proposes that these differences in mental health outcomes may be explained in part by a shared cultural identity between a SV perpetrator and victim, which is posited to exacerbate …

Prevention Of Perineal Tearing During Childbirth: A Literature Review, Victoria Manzo

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Perineal lacerations can be caused by a variety of risk factors such as a large fetal head circumference, birthing positions that place strain on the sacrum, and first-time births. Preventing perineal tears can be challenging for laboring women. Exploring the possible prevention methods to decrease the severity of perineal tearing or preventing it altogether can be beneficial for laboring women's physical and mental health. The primary purpose of this literature review was to examine which interventions are most likely to prevent perineal tearing during childbirth. The secondary purpose was to evaluate natural perineal tears in comparison to surgical incision, or …

The Mental And Dental Repercussions Of Obstructive Sleep Apnea And Its Treatments, Emily E. Mcgoohan

Honors Undergraduate Theses

The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between dental and mental health. To dive deeper into seeing this connection, patients with sleep apnea will be asked to share their experiences with the treatments for sleep apnea and how it had affected their mental or dental health.

Complications Of Colonscopies: Splenic Injury Following Routine Screening For Colorectal Cancer, Elisabeth Barrar, Ainsley Freshour

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Shells On 90yttrium Microspheres To Improve Radiopacity And Imaging Detection, Colin Woolard, Nicole Levi, Brian Kouri

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

A Unique Cross-Sectional Study Of Short-Term Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication Outcomes, Alexandria Dennison, Corbin Stephens, Syed Jafri

Continental, MidAmerica, & Mountain Divisions GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Are Two Mesh Procedures Better Than One?, Melissa Gott, Austin Brown, Abby Crume, J Melvin, Michelle Murday

Continental, MidAmerica, & Mountain Divisions GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Thsd7a Associated Membranous Nephropathy Leading To Metastatic Neuroendocrine Carcinoma, Angel Juarez, Lidice Galindo, Maryam Gondal

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Spontaneous Pneumothorax In Healthy Young Adult, Scott Mcintosh, Aaron Keller

Capital Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Shoulder Pain May Be One Heartbeat Away From Disaster, Alexis White, Lisa Wright

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

The Role Of Preoperative Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography/Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography In The Setting Of Mildly Elevated Liver Enzymes Prior To Cholecystectomy, Rachel Groening, Salah Abdel Jalil, Jeffery Durbin, Rahul Kashyap, Aaron D. Pinnola

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Multiple Myeloma Diagnosed In A 23-Year-Old Male Presenting With Pathologic Compression Fracture, Kyle Combe, Tristan Myers, Michelle Levy, Greg Schlessinger

Continental, MidAmerica, & Mountain Divisions GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Pembrolizumab-Induced Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Jessica Thomas, Alexandra E. Thomson, Savannah Grunhard, Rohit Bishnoi

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Treatment And Mortality Of Myocardial Injury After Noncardiac Surgery, Hany Youssef, Rahul Mhaskar, Kelsi Thompson, Jose Nicolas Codolosa

West Florida Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Two Cases Of Romance Scams In The Mental Health Clinic, Eric Parrott, James Moles, Bush Kavuru, Esther Piervil

Capital Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Novel Esophageal Perforation, Alexandra Moran, Bhavesh Shukla, Jeffrey Ramsey, Gregory Hicks

Continental, MidAmerica, & Mountain Divisions GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Empagliflozin Induced Fanconi Syndrome In A Patient With Covid-19, Nicole Fernandez, Gilad Guez, Edgar Escasinas

Capital Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Pulsing Staples: A Case Report Of Superficial Temporal Artery Pseudoaneurysm And Literature Review Of The Same, Austin Mccrea, Jonathan Hardin, Patrick Melmer, Saptarshi Biswas

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

A Rare Case Of Non-Traumatic Multi-Compartment Syndrome Of The Gluteal Region And Lower Left Extremity, Lakeisha Majette, Taylor Locklear, Saptarshi Biswas

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Size Matters Not: A Retrospective Analysis Of Rectal Foreign Bodies, Kevyn Niu, Brendan Gregg, Vanessa Florival, Yizhi Liu

West Florida Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Prioritizing And Prescribing Exercise: Use Of A Simple Tool To Encourage Clinical Conversations Around Exercise In Family Medicine Out-Patient Clinic, Michael Ladd, Parisa Biazar, Ting Han, Jennifer Horawski, Lisa Wright, Anthony Shadiack

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Severe Thromboembolic Events In Two Pediatric Patients Diagnosed With Ulcerative Colitis (Uc) And Recently Initiated Adalimumab Therapy: A Case Series, Kelly Powell, Shreya Patel, Megan Tate, Abby Alaine Unger, Abigail Haythorn

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

A Standardized Protocol For Remote Outpatient Blood Pressure Management, Nicholas Dorsey, Justin Taylor, Elvira Mercado

North Florida Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Improving Group B Streptococcus Susceptibility Testing, Sofia Sarduy, Michelle Ozcan

North Florida Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Contained Rupture Of A Left Coronary Sinus Of Valsalva Aneurysm: A Case Report, Kipson Charles, Andrew T. Abraham, Arroj Ali, Ann Tong

North Florida Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.