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Use of fibrinogen/fibrin degradation products and soluble fibrin complexes for differentiating pulmonary embolism from nonthromboembolic lung disease
(American Thoracic Society, 1976)To help differentiate pulmonary embolism from other lung diseases, we measured the degradation products of fibrinogen and fibrin and soluble fibrin complexes in normal control subjects and patients with pulmonary embolism, ... -
Development of violence in men who batter intimate partners: A case study
(Tucker Publications (defunct), 2008)Intimate partner violence is a serious and pervasive problem with substantial consequences for women's health such as depression, increased suicide risk, chronic pain, and poorer pregnancy outcomes. IPV is not well understood ... -
Inner Strength Questionnaire
(2009)Abstract This instrument, the Inner Strength Questionnaire (ISQ), was developed through extensive qualitative and quantitative research on the phenomena of inner strength in women living with chronic health conditions. ... -
“Partnering with seniors for better health”: Computer use and internet health information retrieval among older adults in a low socioeconomic community
(Medical Library Association, 2009)Purpose: This health communication project measured the psychosocial influences of computer anxiety, computer confidence, and computer self-efficacy in older adults at six meal congregate sites. The adults completed a ... -
Intervention in long-term care: An interdisciplinary collaborative model abstract
(Oxford University Press, 2013)Through this presentation, the team will introduce the audience to the occupation-based, cultural heritage intervention (OBCHI). The uniqueness of this research lies in the successful implementation of an interdisciplinary ... -
An integrative review of literature regarding health concerns of rural dwelling adolescents
(New Prairie Press, 2014)Those living in rural areas face particular risks to health and well-being as they are more likely to be poor, have no health insurance, and have less access to health care. Many obstacles exist in achieving optimal rural ... -
The role of depression, stress and self-management behaviors on metabolic control in adults with type 2 diabetes
(Medknow Publications, 2014)Background: Individuals with diabetes frequently experience depression and stress. However, studies on the relationship among depression, stress, and diabetes self-management behaviors and their potential contributions ... -
Characteristics of immigrant abused women who apply for legal status
(2014-04-04)Background: Intimate partner violence and undocumented migration are social and health global issues affecting the wellbeing of women. -
Woman with blue-gray palate and nail beds
(MDedge, 2014-08-24)A 62-year-old African-American woman presented for evaluation of a bluish discoloration of the hard palate and nail beds, noticeable for several months. In addition, she had complaints of fatigue and arthralgia. She reported ... -
Problem-solving and mental health outcomes of women and children in the wake of intimate partner violence
(Hindawi Publishing Corporation, 2014-11-11)The environmental stress of intimate partner violence is common and often results in mental health problems of depression, anxiety, and PTSD for women and behavioral dysfunctions for their children. Problem-solving skills ... -
Nursing care of women who have undergone genital cutting
(Elsevier, 2015)Female circumcision and genital cutting (FGC), commonly called female genital mutilation (FGM) affects millions of women but is poorly understood by many health care providers. FGM procedures intentionally alter the female ... -
The amputee experience of viewing self in a mirror
(Elsevier, 2015)Objective(s): To generate a description of the mirror experience following limb amputation and appropriate clinical and educational interventions. -
A grounded theory study of the process used to negotiate condom use among African American women: Review of the literature
(Tucker Publications (defunct), 2015)Abstract: This review of the literature identifies themes, variable, goals, and gaps in the literature related to HIV and AIDS among African American women. Black Feminist Epistemology and symbolic interactionism are used ... -
A randomized trial of a bereavement intervention for pregnancy loss
(Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses, 2015-03)Objective: To examine the effects of a secondary bereavement intervention on grieving in women who experienced a miscarriage (pregnancy loss) at 12–20 weeks gestation. -
Facilitating the experience of viewing self in a mirror after limb amputation
(Texas Woman's University, 2015-03-17)Identify the study background, focus and methods. Reflect on the findings from this qualitative study data analysis. Synthesize from the discussion points, the applicability and probability of use of the findings, ... -
A mirror intervention for the postmastectomy mirror experience
(Aras Part Medical International Press, 2015-10)Through my research, I have come to understand that women who have undergone a significant body change due to trauma, surgery, or disease find viewing their bodies in a mirror is an emotionally charged, distressing experience. ... -
Concurrent medical conditions in autism spectrum disorders
(Pediatric Nursing, 2016)Long thought to be purely psychological in origin, current research lends credence to the idea that autism has a medical basis. Patients with autism can be among the most challenging patients that a healthcare provider ... -
A study of the amputee experience of viewing self in the mirror
(Lippincott, 2016-02-16)Purpose: To describe the trajectory of viewing self in a mirror after an amputation and participants’ perceptions of what health care professionals should know about mirrors. -
A risk assessment tool to predict sustained PTSD symptoms among women reporting abuse
(Mary Ann Liebert, 2016-04)Background: Nationally and worldwide, 30% or more of women are likely to have experienced intimate partner violence. Maternal mental health symptoms predict child function. When mothers have sustained posttraumatic stress ... -
Perceived fertility control and pregnancy outcomes among abused women
(Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing, 2016-07)Objective: To describe the degree of perceived fertility control and associated likelihood of unintended pregnancy and poor pregnancy outcomes among women who report intimate partner violence.
