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A Novel Nonparametric Test For Heterogeneity Detection And Assessment Of Fluid Removal Among Crrt Patients In Icu, Shaowli Kabir

Theses and Dissertations--Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Over the past decade acute kidney injury (AKI) has been occurring among 20%-50% of patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) in United States. Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) has become a popular treatment method among these critically ill patients. But there are multiple complications in implementing this treatment, including discrepancies in practiced and prescribed fluid removal, possibly related to the heterogeneity among these patients. With mixture modeling there have been several techniques in detecting heterogeneity with their specific limitations. In this dissertation a novel nonparametric ‘d test’ will be used to detect heterogeneity among CRRT patients in ICU. …

The Impact Of The Covid-19 Pandemic On Care Delivery And Quality Of Life In Lung Cancer Surgery, Dede K. Teteh, Jovani Barajas, Betty Ferrell, Ziaoke Zhou, Loretta Erhunmwunsee, Dan J. Raz, Jae Y. Kim, Virginia Sun

Health Sciences and Kinesiology Faculty Articles

Background

The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) (COVID-19) pandemic and associated restrictions have altered the delivery of surgical care. The purpose of this study was to explore the impact of COVID-19 on care delivery and quality of life (QOL) from the perspectives of lung cancer surgery patients, family caregivers (FCGs), and thoracic surgery teams.

Methods

Patients/FCGs enrolled in a randomized trial of a self-management intervention for lung cancer surgery preparation/recovery were invited to participate in this qualitative study. Patients/FCGs data were collected separately 1-month postdischarge. Interviews were also conducted with thoracic surgery team members. Content analysis approaches were …

Heat And Sun Related Medical Concerns In Australian Led Outdoor Activities: A Three-Year Prospective Study, Lauren V. Fortington, Natassia Goode, Caroline F. Finch, Paul M. Salmon

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Active participation in the outdoors is beneficial for health and wellbeing. However, the impact of extreme weather, particularly heat, on safe participation is causing concern for organisations who lead these activities. Local mitigation strategies and acute management of heat- and sun-related illness (HSRI) are generally well understood by researchers and medical practitioners, however, cases continue to occur so further understanding of why this happens is required. This study aimed to identify the number, nature and contributory factors of HSRI in Australian led outdoor activities in order to seek opportunities for their prevention. This study presents a descriptive analysis of contributory …

Assessing Onu Students Perspective On Sexual Health, Dakota L. Roberts

ONU Student Research Colloquium

Background: It is important for college students to understand sexual health to prevent sexually transmitted infections, help to plan future pregnancies, and support overall well-being. The American College Health Association (ACHA) has released guidelines titled “Best Practices for Sexual Health Promotion and Clinical Care in College Health Settings” as guidance for universities and services to provide. However, it is not known what students at Ohio Northern University know about sexual health and whether they are aware of or desire helpful/useful sources on campus to improve knowledge and ensure the best outcomes.

Methods: A 10-question survey was developed and designed based …

Pharmacists Provision Of Non-Dispensing Services In Health Professional Shortage Areas, Haley L. Kessinger, Emily R. Landis

ONU Student Research Colloquium

Background: Individuals living in primary care health professional shortage areas (PCHPSAs) experience health inequities. Community pharmacists are healthcare professionals with an opportunity to provide care to underserved populations. The objective of this study was to compare non-dispensing services provided by Ohio community pharmacists in PCHPSAs and non-PCHSPAs.

Methods: An electronic, IRB-approved 19-item survey was sent to all community pharmacists practicing in full PCHPSA counties and a random sample practicing in non-PCHPSA counties in Ohio (n=324). Questions assessed current provision of non-dispensing services as well as interest and barriers regarding such services.

Results: Seventy-three usable responses were received (23% response rate). …

Implementing A Healthy Recipe Book In A Rural Area To Promote Healthy Lifestyles, Avery Ballinger, Han Pham

ONU Student Research Colloquium

Nutrition and obesity were leading health indicators included in Healthy People 2020¹. In Hardin County, 21.7% of residents live in poverty, ⅓ of residents are considered overweight, and 44% of residents are at risk for high blood pressure². The purpose of this project is to improve health promotion in a group of adults in a rural setting, as these environments have been found to have high rates of obesity and chronic disease risks. This study will evaluate the impact of a comprehensive recipe book on nutrition knowledge, self-efficacy, and willingness to adjust health-related behaviors such as lifestyle changes in diet …

Impact Of A Novel Interdisciplinary Online Course: Student Perspectives Related To Pandemics And Covid-19, Anna Russ

ONU Student Research Colloquium

Misinformation regarding COVID-19 has clouded the judgment and perspectives of many individuals. At Ohio Northern University, a new interdisciplinary online elective course offers students the opportunity to gain evidence-based insight about the far-reaching implications of pandemics and COVID-19. The purpose of this project is to evaluate the impact that this course has made on student perspectives relating to various topics about pandemics and COVID-19.

This semester-long online elective course was taught in an interdisciplinary fashion by professors from different departments and disciplines within Ohio Northern University. Topics covered included: the history of pandemics; public health and healthcare response; COVID-19 transmission, …

2022-04-22 Michiganoverview_Covidbedppe, Michigan Department Of Health & Human Services

Michigan COVID-19 Hospital Data

Contains the tables Statewide Hospital Capacity Report for COVID-19, COVID-19 Metrics, Statewide Hospital Available PPE Tracking for COVID-19, as well as the tables PPE Days On Hand and Patient Census.

Vampires And Other Diseases: Stochastic Infection Dynamics Of Small Populations, Marijn Jaarsma

Honors Projects in Science and Technology

Mathematical models are powerful tools often applied in the field of epidemiology. The type and shape of the model will differ between different types of diseases. In this study, stochastic dynamical models are applied to the entertaining example of vampires, and the results of this analysis are compared to real-life diseases with small populations of infected. The data used comes from pop-culture depictions of vampires in literature, television shows, movies, and fan pages associated with these depictions. The aim of this study is to serve as an educational tool for modeling diseases with small populations to predict and control the …

Annual Hepatitis C Screening Qi: A Scoping Review, Sadiat Omowunmi Adebiyi Bsn, Rn, Sakinah Shaw Bsn, Rn, Tracy Mcclinton Dnp, Ag-Acnp-Bc, Sharon Little Dnp, Fnp-Bc, Aprn

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Purpose/Background Despite the surge in HCV prevalence among pregnant women and the threat of perinatal HCV transmission, infants exposed to HCV in the United States are inadequately screened (Chappell et al., 2018). It is estimated that between 4% and 8% of babies exposed to HCV during pregnancy become infected (Watts et al., 2017). Incorporating Hep C screening with other mandated prenatal screening will play an essential role in reducing the complications associated with Hep C transmission to the newborn.

Methods Article search was done in the first three weeks of the fall 2021 semester, and a total of 63 articles …

Debunking Medical Myths: Can Blue Light Glasses Save Your Eyesight?, Sara Lehua Ma, Jad Baki, Lara Zraik, Tulsi Sadasivan, Wouter Ritsema, Nicolas Baroni

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Not As Healthy As You Think, Jodene Takahashi, Huda Warsame, Caleb Richard, Janice Gibbons, Hadi El Ammar, Ahmad Kofahi

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Vitamins And Supplements Always Make You Healthier, Bijan Sagman, Gokturk Tepe, Siena Snyder, Elena Carrillo, Itzick Nahmoud, William Crouch

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Lung Damage Is Permanent. The Irreversible Damage Of Smoking, Daniel Kim, Parker Marsh, Jacob Katzman, Liana De La Torre, Mariam Samir, Pragathi Pathanjeli

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Cracking Knuckles Leads To Arthritis., Erika Lopez, Jack Considine, Madeline Simone, Andranig Adjemian, Younes Motii, Jordan Akins

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Vitamin C, Alem Cizmic, Elise Turke, Justin Lee, Rabe Al-Silwadi, Hope Baldwin, Katya Parker

Patient Education Projects

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Assessing Psychological Impact Of Covid-19 Among Parents Of Children Returning To K-12 Schools: A U.S. Based Cross-Sectional Survey, Kavita Batra, Jennifer R. Pharr, Emylia Terry, Brian Labus

School of Medicine Faculty Research

Background and Purpose: While impacts of the pandemic on family well-being have been documented in the literature, little is known about the psychological challenges faced by children and their parents as schools reopen after mandated closures. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to determine if sending children back to in-person school impacts the mental health of parents and the perceived mental health of their children. Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study recruited a nationally representative, non-probability sample of parents or guardians (n = 2100) of children attending grades K-12 in the United States (U.S.) through a 58-item web-based survey. The …

Debunking Medical Myths: 3 Myths Surrounding Coconut Oil, Tabassum Chowdhury, Kia Sweeney, Andrew Rabah, Andrew Gregory, Nicholas Livingston, Laura Aravena

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Building Wellness Without Breaking Down Joints, Devin Mendez, Abhijay Kumar, Hannah Adams, Justin Padron, Bridget Croniger, Abrielle Holleran

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Msg Safety, Meyer Gershater, Gabriella Shab, Amanda Rodriguez, Ahmad Chouman, Anthony Mrocko

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Low Fat Or Low Carbs?, Simon Yacoub, Katherine Heeres, Liam Browning, Nikhil Patel, Giulia Santangelo, Nabta Laz

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Vaping Risks, Nada Jaradat, Rubab Imtiaz, Raisa Zahir, Ismail Aijazuddin, Amir Kalantar, Tristan Papcun

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Eggs & Your Heart Health, Sai Dheeraj Reddy Kagithala, Maighdlin Patterson, Anyan Cheng, Nicolas Ceniza, Alex Duvall

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Knuckle Cracking Causes Arthritis, Ehsan Noori, Rana Elhamzawy, Neil Patel, Benjamin Sliwinski, Logan Nguyen, Alexis Malecki

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Lunar Lunacy, Rooshan Arshad, Riya Shah, John Lloyd, Mackenzie Howard, Joseph Cavataio, Emma Streveler

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: The Facts About The Flu, Kaitlin Ziadeh, Bashir Kaspo, Kyla Kosidowski, Mohamed Al-Hassan, Ahmed Elashmawy, Arielle Wenokur

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: How Face Masks Affect The Ability To Breathe, Minisha Kanakarajan, David Greiver, Kathy Lu, Johan Harris, Noor Sulieman, Alex Rodriguez

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Vitamin C Prevents The Common Cold, Jacfar Hassan, Vikash Mehan, Sadaf Hashemian, Keinnan Hares, Bria Elrod, Julia Chase

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Is Msg Unhealthy, Sadie Knill, Alejandro Ponce Sepulveda, Doo Hee Kim, Enoch Kim, Lauren Larson, Shagane Kotcharian

Patient Education Projects

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Debunking Medical Myths: Eating Late At Night Causes You To Gain Weight, Alexandra Breves, Brandon Holland, Sydney Colbert, Alexander Wind, Mina Juma, Coltrane Groves

Patient Education Projects

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