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What Are the Dosage Parameters of Handwriting Curricula in OT Research?
Authors: Gee Bryan M. , Ewoniuk Jane , Lloyd Kimberly
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/02/2022

The research in the OT literature documenting the dosage (intensity, frequency, duration) of interventions commonly used by the OT profession is limited. This study provides novel information related to the dosage of handwriting curricula and is meaningful to OTs and OT assistants working among pediatric populations.

Primary Author and Speaker: Bryan M. Gee

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jane Ewoniuk, Kimberly Lloyd
Validity of the Weekly Calendar Planning Activity on Measurement of Executive Function for Adults With Stroke
Authors: Gong Chen , Wang Ninghua
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

This study provides evidence for the validity of the Weekly Calendar Planning Activity-10 (WCPA-10) for adults with stroke. The WCPA-10 is a valuable tool for assessing executive function (EF) among stroke patients because it can provide in-depth information on the process and quality of performance. This study also demonstrates the need to use performance-based tests even with patients who perform normally on cognitive screening tests to detect subtle EF difficulties that may affect daily functioning.

Primary Author and Speaker: Chen Gong

Contributing Authors: Ninghua Wang
OT Clinicians’ Perspectives on Contributing to Practice-Based Evidence: A Preliminary Analysis
Authors: Slamka Mackenzi , Kreider Consuelo
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/02/2022

There is currently a lack of published research from practicing OTs. A mixed-methods study using a survey and interviews was conducted with practicing OTs. Three categories emerged from the data: clinicians’ reflections on practice-based evidence, needs for supporting engagement in case study research, and barriers. Findings demonstrate that additional support is needed for practicing OTs who want to contribute their clinical work to case study research.

Primary Author and Speaker: Mackenzi Slamka

Additional Authors and Speakers: Consuelo Kreider
Primary Health Care Experiences of Autistic Adults and Their Caregivers: Utilization, Care Coordination, and Other Challenges as Reported by Caregivers
Authors: Stein Duker Leah I. , Goodman Elizabeth
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

Primary care encounters are reported to be challenging for autistic adults and their caregivers. The purpose of this presentation is to identify challenges experienced by this population, as reported by caregivers, as well as strategies to mitigate these difficulties.

Primary Author and Speaker: Leah I. Stein Duker

Additional Authors and Speakers: Elizabeth Goodman
Families’ Coping Strategies and Quality of Life Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Hen-Herbst Liat , Fogel Yael
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has challenged almost every aspect of families’ daily lives, posing an acute threat to family quality of life. Coping strategies may make families less vulnerable to the pandemic’s negative impacts and stressors. This study’s results reflect families’ abilities to use internal coping strategies to adapt to stressful situations more successfully. OTs can help identify, expand, and develop the family’s coping strategies as a protective factor in times of crisis.

Primary Author and Speaker: Liat Hen-Herbst

Additional Authors and Speakers: Yael Fogel
“I Could Really Use This”: Learning Coaching as an OT Fieldwork Student
Authors: Potvin Marie-Christine , West Erin , Morales Alexis
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

This qualitative study found that Level II OT fieldwork students perceived coaching, a novel approach within OT practice, to be a valuable clinical tool. These students noted that learning coaching strategies and becoming proficient coaches required a gradual mindset shift. They also reported on the benefits for clients who participated in OT-led coaching sessions, although they perceived that the approach worked better for some than for others.

Primary Author and Speaker: Marie-Christine Potvin

Additional Authors and Speakers: Erin West, Alexis Morales
Digital Exclusion and COVID-19: Does Communication Technology Usage Correlate With Well-Being Among Older Adults in Israel?
Authors: Goldman Sharon , Delore Elaina , Flesh Sara , Mazor-Karsenty Tal , Langer Danit
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

During the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, the use of communication technology has become more important than ever before, magnifying the issue of digital exclusion. In light of social distancing guidelines, technological proficiency or lack thereof can determine one’s ability to maintain social participation. We explored this troubling trend and assessed the implications of digital inequality on the well-being of the elderly population.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sharon Goldman

Additional Authors and Speakers: Tal Mazor-Karsenty, Danit Langer

Contributing Authors: Elaina Delore, Sara Flesh
Catalytic Participatory Action Research: HESTIA NextGen App Development
Authors: Pickens Noralyn D. , Boutwell Madeline , Primrose Kathryn , Burns Suzanne , Smith Roger O. , Mendonca Rochelle
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/02/2022

Consumer-driven apps can improve practice efficiencies. We are using participatory action research (PAR) with purposefully recruited six-person teams to engage in a look-think-act-reflect process over a 3-year project with HESTIA NextGen apps. PAR outcomes are catalytic to the development of taxonomy, processes, intervention development, and app validation. Rigorous, consumer-driven tools are necessary for safe home environments.

Primary Author and Speaker: Noralyn D. Pickens

Additional Authors and Speakers: Rochelle Mendonca

Contributing Authors: Madeline Boutwell, Kathryn Primrose, Suzanne Burns, Roger O. Smith
OTs’ and Physical Therapists’ Use of Evidence-Based Practice for the Treatment of Motor Function in Infants With Cerebral Palsy
Authors: Baig Aminah , Morress Claire , Cecala Ellie , Gallagher Laney , Gick Elizabeth
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/02/2022

This study consisted of an electronic survey distributed to licensed Ohio OTs and PTs, which identified the evidence-based interventions used by therapists for the treatment of children ages 0-3 with cerebral palsy (CP), the frequency of intervention use, and the facilitators and barriers to evidence-based practice (EBP) use. Overall, therapists view EBP as important and possess skills to engage in EBP but do not frequently use EBP because of several barriers. This study provides recommendations for workplaces to facilitate EBP use in practice.

Primary Author and Speaker: Aminah Baig

Additional Authors and Speakers: Ellie Cecala, Laney Gallagher, Elizabeth Gick

Contributing Authors: Claire Morress
Impact of Visual Cueing on Functional Mobility for Activities of Daily Living Among Those With Parkinson’s Disease With Freezing of Gait
Authors: Plesher Kalie , Denney Linda , Peterson Daniel , Moskowitz Sarah , Ivy Cynthia
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

Freezing of gait (FOG) is a common characteristic of Parkinson’s disease (PD) in which a person has a reduction or absence of effective forward steps. It is most prevalent during more complex motor tasks. Data were analyzed as a prospective experimental review to examine the impact of laser shoe attachments on functional mobility in real-world mobility scenarios for individuals with PD-FOG. Preliminary findings suggest that laser shoe attachments may be a feasible option.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kalie Plesher

Additional Authors and Speakers: Sarah Moskowitz, Cynthia Ivy

Contributing Authors: Linda Denney, Daniel Peterson
A Quasi-Experimental Investigation of Video Modeling to Improve Job Performance in Three Young Adults With Autism
Authors: Carpenter Laura J. , Griffin Haley Irene , McKellar Sarah
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

Adults with autism are under-employed, often because of deficits in social skills and related executive functioning skills. Video modeling (VM) is an effective, efficient intervention for adults with autism. This poster describes a single-case design, ABA study in which three subjects engaged in a VM intervention targeting interpersonal and social skills participation embedded in job performance. Results suggested improved participation in social skills embedded in job performance tasks.

Primary Author and Speaker: Laura J. Carpenter

Additional Authors and Speakers: Haley Irene Griffin, Sarah McKellar
Supporting Our Troops—The Use of Peer Support With Veterans With Mental Health Conditions: A Systematic Review
Authors: Sunderlin Colleen , Kennedy Katelyn , Sehring Katlyn , Blair Tyler , Atkinson-Smith Cassidy , Plumley Paige , Foley Matthew
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/02/2022

The transition from military to civilian life often results in a change in role, routines, and identity. This occupational shift can lead to disturbances in one’s overall mental health. This systematic review explored the impact of peer support on community reengagement for veterans with mental health conditions. Connecting with those who have been ‘in their boots’ has been shown to improve positive behaviors and relationships for veterans.

Primary Author and Speaker: Colleen Sunderlin

Additional Authors and Speakers: Cassidy Atkinson-Smith, Paige Plumley, Matthew Foley

Contributing Authors: Katelyn Kennedy, Katlyn Sehring, Tyler Blair
Postdischarge Telehealth Support for Caregivers Through a Coaching Approach: A Case Study
Authors: Grampurohit Namrata , Gerhardt Nicole , Kim Rachel Namrata , Santacroce David , Sivori Taylor T. , Santos Gabriella , Alpajora Bernadette , Piersol Catherine Verrier , Mulcahey Mary Jane
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/02/2022

Coaching care partners through the transition from hospital to home can be beneficial for both the caregiver and the care recipient. In this case study, we describe the benefits of coaching the caregiver postdischarge through a telehealth coaching-in-context approach. Both care partners made remarkable gains in occupational performance, self-efficacy, and quality of life. The preliminary data presented here are part of a pilot randomized controlled trial that compares coaching with usual care.

Primary Author and Speaker: Namrata Grampurohit

Contributing Authors: Nicole Gerhardt, Rachel Namrata Kim, David Santacroce, Taylor T. Sivori, Gabriella Santos, Bernadette Alpajora, Catherine Verrier Piersol, Mary Jane Mulcahey
The Remotivation Process as a Telehealth OT Program to Promote Self-Management in Women With Breast Cancer–Related Lymphedema
Authors: Rubio Kaye , Bowyer Patricia , Pingale Vidya , Hite Sherry , Hersch Gayle , Raber Christine , Freysteinson Wyona
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/02/2022

Lymphedema affects 65% of women with breast cancer. Self-management programs (SMPs) are used to manage lymphedema. The study explored the effect of the Remotivation Process on the motivation of 12 women to perform an SMP every day. It was provided through a telehealth platform. Analysis showed significant change in motivation and outcome measures. This study found that the Remotivation Process is a potentially useful OT intervention to address the motivational needs of women with lymphedema.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kaye Rubio

Contributing Authors: Patricia Bowyer, Vidya Pingale, Sherry Hite, Gayle Hersch, Christine Raber, Wyona Freysteinson
Sleep, Sensory Integration and Processing, and Autism: A Scoping Review
Authors: Leao Marco A. , Lane Shelly , Spielmann Virginia
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/02/2022

Sleep is a crucial occupation, yet difficulties are pervasive across neurodivergent populations. Similarly, sensory integration differences are also highly prevalent in this group. More specifically, autistic individuals have a high probability of both sensory integration differences and sleep problems. Although both can interfere with occupational participation and performance, little is known about the relationship between these factors. Here we present preliminary results from a scoping review.

Primary Author and Speaker: Marco A. Leao

Additional Authors and Speakers: Shelly Lane, Virginia Spielmann
Teachers’ Experiences With OT Multitiered Systems of Support: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Hintz Lou Ann , Fletcher Tina
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

The purpose of this study was to understand the experiences of public school teachers who work with OTs who provide support in a multitiered system of support (MTSS) framework, also known as response to intervention (RtI). A qualitative study with a transcendental phenomenological approach was conducted with 13 teachers from four different regions of the United States. Teachers described their experiences with OT MTSS as satisfactory, efficient, and effective.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lou Ann Hintz

Contributing Authors: Tina Fletcher
Effectiveness of Robotic Therapy on Upper Extremity Functioning in Adults With Chronic Stroke: A Systematic Review
Authors: Mendonca Rochelle , Grampurohit Namrata , Hartman Brooke , O’Connor Amanda R. , Xing Susan , Quirin Carley R.
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

Stroke has a significant impact on patient function and requires extensive therapy for rehabilitation. This poster systematically reviews evidence on implementing robotic therapies as a rehabilitation technique for individuals with chronic stroke to determine its effectiveness in improving functional outcomes. This review will inform OTs about the use of robotic therapy with their clients, including its dosage and costs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Rochelle Mendonca

Additional Authors and Speakers: Brooke Hartman, Amanda R. O’Connor, Susan Xing, Carley R. Quirin

Contributing Authors: Namrata Grampurohit
Individuals Receiving Inpatient Rehabilitation Show the Highest Objectively Measured Physical Activity Level During OT
Authors: Kim Young Joo , Overman Carley , Dickerson Anne E. , Fang Xiangming , Panczykowski Heather
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

Many patients in inpatient rehabilitation may spend too much time being sedentary. According to our findings of objectively measured physical activity levels, individuals receiving inpatient rehabilitation were most physically active during OT but were more sedentary during nonrehabilitation times and days. Therapists should consider implementing individualized therapy plans for patients to perform independently and safely without a therapist present during inpatient rehabilitation.

Primary Author and Speaker: Young Joo Kim

Additional Authors and Speakers: Carley Overman, Anne E. Dickerson, Xiangming Fang, Heather Panczykowski
Comparing Models of Fieldwork Through Student Performance
Authors: Barlow Kate , Newman Nicole , Lehr Victoria , Taylor Courtney
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

This study examined the efficacy of the same site model (SSM) by comparing Fieldwork Performance Evaluation scores of students who completed the SSM (n = 42) versus the traditional fieldwork model (n = 43). Results showed that students who completed the SSM scored 1 point higher, with no statistical difference (p = .621). The SSM is preferred by most students; therefore, to promote positive mental health and take a trauma-informed pedagogy, the SSM of fieldwork should be a consideration for fieldwork.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kate Barlow

Additional Authors and Speakers: Courtney Taylor

Contributing Authors: Nicole Newman, Victoria Lehr
Building the Screen of Cancer Survivorship–Occupational Therapy Services (SOCS-OTS): A Delphi Study
Authors: Polo Katie M. , Seccurro Daria L. , Henson Taylor , Walker Jordan , Salzbrenner Kenzie , Wroblewski Michael , Tyler Shanele
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

Researchers will review a classical Delphi study that formally validated the Screening of Cancer Survivorship-Occupational Therapy Services (SOCS-OTS). The tool was developed for oncology team members to identify those who need OT services because of occupational performance limitations. The SOCS-OTS is the first screening tool for oncology teams to address the broad spectrum of occupational performance issues at various points in the survivorship continuum.

Primary Author and Speaker: Katie M. Polo

Additional Authors and Speakers: Daria L. Seccurro, Taylor Henson, Jordan Walker, Kenzie Salzbrenner, Michael Wroblewski, Shanele Tyler
Examining the Impact of Military Culture on Occupational Performance of Dependents
Authors: Walsh Caitlin , Kirchen Twylla , Colina Karla
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

This presentation will focus on adult military dependents and their perspective on growing up in the military culture in relation to current habits and behaviors associated with social participation, sleep hygiene, sexual health, and substance use. Participants will gain an understanding of the health choices of this population that may inform assessment and treatment approaches.

Primary Author and Speaker: Caitlin Walsh

Additional Authors and Speakers: Karla Colina

Contributing Authors: Twylla Kirchen
The A.B.L.E. Program: A Specially Designed Adaptive Sports Program for Youth With Complex Disabilities
Authors: Lindsey Sarah
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

The current study supports previous literature that adaptive sports are beneficial but that fewer opportunities are available for youth with complex disabilities despite their willingness to participate. Therefore, the A.B.L.E. Program (Athletes Believing Limits are Endless) will be developed to ensure that every child, regardless of ability, has an equal opportunity to participate in sports and recreation in their community.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sarah Lindsey
Exploration of OT Practitioner Perceptions of Spirituality and Spiritual Care in Hospice and Palliative Care Settings
Authors: Naber Allison , Webb Charlie
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

This study explored OT practitioner perceptions of spirituality and spirituality-based assessments and interventions used in hospice and palliative care. Ten practitioners completed a survey of researcher-generated and established spirituality-based scales. Descriptive statistics and Spearman rho correlation analysis were conducted. Study findings address spiritual care competence and the need for best-practice guidelines for integrating spirituality across practice settings.

Primary Author and Speaker: Allison Naber

Additional Authors and Speakers: Charlie Webb
Perceptions of International Fieldwork Experiences on Professional and Personal Development for OT Students
Authors: Long Cassidy , Swift Sharon , Lenz Kendall , Cutcliff Kelley , Bauknight Rebekah , Ford Emma
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

International fieldwork experiences allow OT students to develop valuable skills. This study examines the differences in OT student perceptions regarding personal and professional growth after a Level I fieldwork experience in Jamaica. Students were surveyed, and a statistical analysis was conducted. The findings suggest that international fieldwork is related to perceived personal and professional development, regardless of the amount of prior didactic coursework completed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Cassidy Long

Additional Authors and Speakers: Kendall Lenz, Kelley Cutcliff, Rebekah Bauknight, Emma Ford

Contributing Authors: Sharon Swift
Disruption in Daily Occupational Patterns, Optimism, and Positive Affect During Israel’s COVID-19 Lockdown
Authors: Segev-Jacubovski Orit , Fogel Yael
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak caused disruptions in people’s daily occupations. This study results showed that pattern of daily occupation has changed differently for everyone during the lockdown period. A positive correlation was found between positive affect and recreational activities during lockdown. This study expanded the understanding of occupational disruption as a complex phenomenon, suggesting that recreational activities at home might promote resilience and coping with future epidemics.

Primary Author and Speaker: Orit Segev-Jacubovski

Additional Authors and Speakers: Yael Fogel
Parent Perspectives on Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy for Children With Cerebral Palsy
Authors: Wentzel Erica , Barna Janelle
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

This research explores caregiver perspectives on constraint-induced movement therapy, used with children with cerebral palsy. The focus is on the lived experiences of the caregivers, specifically ftheir perspectives of the treatment and therapist interactions throughout treatment. This research advances practice by further defining caregiver needs and experiences and focusing on ways therapists can develop strong therapist-caregiver relationships throughout an intensive form of therapy.

Primary Author and Speaker: Erica Wentzel

Additional Authors and Speakers: Janelle Barna
Intrarater Reliability of Goniometry to Measure Scapular Protraction and Retraction
Authors: Short Isaac , Francetic Kailey , Lange Clayton , Mathew Manu , Fenker Caroline , Fisher Olivia , Hodel Amy
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 03/31/2022

Clinicians lack a reliable method for assessing scapular motion for occupational engagement. This observational, descriptive study demonstrated clinically significant intrarater reliability of a goniometric technique to assess scapular protraction and retraction. This simple, reliable method furthers clinical practice and supports effective documentation and reimbursement for services demonstrating the value of OT.

Primary Author and Speaker: Isaac Short

Additional Authors and Speakers: Caroline Fenker, Olivia Fisher, Amy Hodel

Contributing Authors: Kailey Francetic, Clayton Lange, Manu Mathew
Can OT Students Be Too Perfect? The Impact of Perfectionism on Academic and Psychosocial Factors
Authors: Humphrey Casey , Causey-Upton Renee
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

Perfectionism among students who are future health care providers could negatively affect academic performance, health outcomes, future career burnout, and poor work performance. This study determined rates of perfectionism among graduate OT, speech-language pathology, and physical therapy students and explored the impact of perfectionism on academic and psychosocial outcomes. Results may help guide the development of resources to support academic success and mental health for students in rigorous academic programs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Casey Humphrey

Additional Authors and Speakers: Renee Causey-Upton
Leisure and Coronavirus Disease 2019: Evaluating the Role of Leisure Pursuits Among Doctor of Occupational Therapy Students and Practitioners
Authors: Del Gallo Drew , Rice Martin , Rice Martin
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) threatened leisure, rendering individuals vulnerable to physical and mental decline. Results varied in leisure stress coping during COVID-19 but hold promise for resilience and leisure participation. The lived experience of the pandemic provided the narrow demographic of OTs the opportunity to endure the same traumatic event as their clientele, gaining new perspectives in leisure participation, stress coping, and trauma-informed care, raising the quality of care provision in OT.

Primary Author and Speaker: Drew Del Gallo

Additional Authors and Speakers: Martin Rice

Contributing Authors: Martin Rice
Prenatal Exposure to Zika Virus Affects Early Development of Coordination and Balance in Rhesus Macaques
Authors: Kabakov Sabrina , Dulaney Natalie , Drew Jack , Stumpf Madison , Pickett Kristen A. , Mohr Emma , Ausderau Karla
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

Understanding the full spectrum of deficits and early predictors associated with Zika virus (ZIKV) is important for OTs to provide early intervention therapy to maximize long-term child functional outcomes. Using a rhesus macaque model, we examined the impact of ZIKV on gait development. Compared with controls, macaques with prenatal exposure to ZIKV demonstrated less balance over the first month of life, potentially identifying an early predictor of late-onset functional motor deficits.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sabrina Kabakov

Additional Authors and Speakers: Karla Ausderau

Contributing Authors: Natalie Dulaney, Jack Drew, Madison Stumpf, Kristen A. Pickett, Emma Mohr
Mixed-Methods Analysis of Parent Stress and Feeding Experiences for Children With ASD
Authors: Bonsall Aaron , Hrubes Melody
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

This presentation describes a unique methodological contribution of combining interviews and surveys. Feeding histories gained through interviews enhance the quantitative data of two previously published studies by examining factors related to feeding children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including parenting stress, coparenting, and feeding behaviors. Our findings make a methodical contribution to identifying and prioritizing contextual factors that do not show up in quantitative analysis.

Primary Author and Speaker: Aaron Bonsall

Additional Authors and Speakers: Melody Hrubes
Embracing Difference: A Scoping Review of the Use of Universal Design for Learning in Graduate Allied Health and Medical Schools
Authors: Gawron Karolina , Mohan Nicole , Tomlinson Madison , Vanpuymbrouck Laura
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

The benefits of universal design for learning (UDL) in classrooms have been shown to support lower education and undergraduate students, but its use has not been integrated into higher education, such as medical and allied health graduate programs. UDL can support students, regardless of the presence of a disability, in increasing performance potential in the school setting. This scoping review identifies gaps in the research on UDL implementation in medical and allied health graduate-level learning.

Primary Author and Speaker: Karolina Gawron

Additional Authors and Speakers: Nicole Mohan, Madison Tomlinson, Laura Vanpuymbrouck
Attitudes and Perceptions of Concussion in Nonathlete Adolescents: School-Based Team Perspectives
Authors: Beals Caroline , Escovedo Kyle , Hsieh Julie , Hughes Kelsey , Sweeney Erin , Keavy Shannon , Wigham Allison
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/02/2022

The purpose of this research is to understand the impact of current attitudes and perceptions of school-based team members surrounding nonathlete adolescents who experience a concussion. By better understanding how school-based team opinions and views may affect occupational participation and engagement, OT practitioners may assist school-based teams to better understand and support adolescent nonathletes as they engage in their primary occupation of education.

Primary Author and Speaker: Caroline Beals

Additional Authors and Speakers: Kelsey Hughes, Erin Sweeney, Shannon Keavy, Allison Wigham

Contributing Authors: Kyle Escovedo, Julie Hsieh
Practice-Based Evidence of Lifestyle Redesign® for Hypertension and Diabetes in a Safety-Net Primary Care Setting
Authors: Schepens Niemiec Stacey L. , Granados Gabrielle , Diaz Jesus , Blanchard Jeanine , Pyatak Elizabeth , Padilla Vega Daniel
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/01/2022

This study used medical chart reviews to evaluate Lifestyle Redesign® OT services for hypertension and diabetes to improve health and well-being in a safety-net primary care setting. Patients showed significant improvements in clinical outcomes (systolic and diastolic blood pressure, HbA1c), as well as in patient activation and occupational performance. Findings support the promising role of OT as part of routine primary care for patients with chronic disease.

Primary Author and Speaker: Stacey L Schepens Niemiec

Additional Authors and Speakers: Daniel Padilla Vega

Contributing Authors: Gabrielle Granados, Jesus Diaz, Jeanine Blanchard, Elizabeth Pyatak
Reliability and Factor Structure of the Parent Effort Scale (PES) Community Scale
Authors: Pfeiffer Elizabeth , Bevans Katherine
Published: July 2022

Date Presented 04/02/2022

The purpose of this study was to examine internal consistency, factor structure, test-retest reliability, and scale distribution of the Parent Effort Scale-Community Version (PES-C) among children between ages of 2 and 7 years. The PES-C measures a parent’s effort to support their child’s participation in daily activities in natural community environments.

Primary Author and Speaker: Elizabeth Pfeiffer

Contributing Authors: Katherine Bevans
RELAÇÃO ENTRE O SISTEMA ONCORREPRESSOR DEFASADO E AS INFECÇÕES POR EPSTEIN-BARR VÍRUS (EBV) E HELICOBACTER PYLORI
Authors: Melo João Vinícius de Oliveira , LIMA TAHINÁ DE ALMEIDA , SIQUEIRA ANDREI SANTOS
Published: July 2022

Introdução: É observado dentre países emergentes, em especial o Brasil, grande incidência de casos relacionados ao Epstein bar vírus (EBV) e Helicobater pylori, que apesar de causarem os sintomas amplamente conhecidos por parte da população tem sua patologia vinculada à metilação de genes oncossupressores e super expressão de genes apoptóticos. Objetivos: Relacionar a infecção desses dois microrganismos ao aparecimento de câncer gástrico devido a defasagem vivenciada pelo DNA e sua expressão. Metodologia: A pesquisa foi feita através da leitura de artigos científicos em bases de dados do site PubMed, avaliando sua relação temática como critério de escolha para sua análise. Utilizou-se os descritores H. pylori e Epstein-Barr vírus, sendo datados, os artigos publicados averiguados, entre os anos de 2014 e 2021 Resultados: Percebe-se que existe relação entre metilação de regiões do DNA as infecções por EBV e H. pylori. isoladamente. A coinfecção não tem se mostrado como fator de risco aumentado para aparecimento de carcinomas, quando comparada à carcinogênese de infecções separadamente, indicando diferenciação das vias oncológicas em cada caso. Já foram catalogadas alterações genéticas só encontradas em pacientes com câncer gástrico junto à infecção com, pelo menos um dos microrganismos. Exemplo de tal fato, o gene CDK2, regulador do ciclo celular da fase S, encontrado metilado em pacientes infectados com EBV por vias ainda obscuras, em contraparte, a H. pylori por via de sua inflamação crônica e fatores ainda não especificados, metila o gene CDKN2A, repressor tumoral e regulador da fase G1 do ciclo celular. Nos dois casos, a metilação do DNA está associada à repressão da expressão gênica. Conclusão: Embora ainda não se saiba com grande precisão todos os genes e vias relacionadas ao câncer, as mudanças genéticas e epigenéticas devem ser acompanhadas nos pacientes considerados com um potencial oncológico. Destaca-se ainda, o acompanhamento epidemiológico das duas infecções promovendo a prevenção da carcinogênese como ocorre com o HPV. Percebe-se então, uma contínua necessidade de pesquisa para desvendar quais são os biomarcadores da oncogênese gerados pela infecção de H. pylori e EBV, para propiciar um diagnóstico prévio sobre o câncer gástrico possibilitando maiores chances para efetividade de seu tratamento.
PREVALÊNCIA DE DIROFILARIOSE CANINA NO BRASIL COM ÊNFASE NA REGIÃO NORDESTE: UMA ANÁLISE
Authors: Lucena Raissa Coutinho de , SILVA MARCIO BERNARDINO DA
Published: July 2022

A dirofilariose canina é uma doença cosmopolita causada pelo filarídeo Dirofilaria. immitis. A importância de sua biologia e epidemiologia está relacionada diretamente à saúde pública devido ao seu potencial zoonótico. Objetivo: O presente trabalho tem como objetivo determinar a prevalência da dirofilariose nas diferentes regiões do país, com ênfase na região Nordeste, procurando um padrão de evolução da disseminação da doença ao longo dos anos. Método: Na revisão sistemática foram selecionados estudos baseados na revisão retrospectiva de pesquisas, publicadas entre 1999 até 2017, envolvendo aspectos epidemiológicos em várias regiões do Brasil. Resultado: Como resultado, em 2006, o Nordeste, Sudeste, Centro-Oeste e Sul apresentaram, respectivamente, 10,6%, 17,2%, 5,8% e 12% de prevalência. Atualmente, um estudo epidemiológico conduzido em 2017, demonstrou o aumento desse percentual, com o Nordeste atingindo 29,7%. Em São Luís (MA), microfilárias de D. immitis foram detectadas em 224 de 1.495 cães examinados entre 1991-1994. Na Paraíba, um estudo histopatológico em 881 cães entre 2003-2012 identificaram apenas dois animais positivos. Pernambuco possui um histórico de baixa prevalência de casos registrados e em 1999, em um grupo amostral de 611 animais, apenas seis foram positivos. O número de registros aumentou em 2002 e Pernambuco entra no mapa com 2,3%, dos quais 49% encontravam-se residindo a Ilha de Itamaracá. Inquéritos realizados em Alagoas apontam aumento nos animais circulantes positivos de 2001 (3,1%) a 2002 (12,5%). Em 2003, foi registrada a prevalência da Bahia (4,3%) e Ceará (9,1%). Dessa maneira, pode-se concluir a extrema correlação com o ciclo do vetor devido a uma soroprevalência maior registrada em clima quente e úmido. Isso pode ser corroborado pelos dados obtidos em cidades litorâneas: Niterói (RJ) (58,6%), Guarujá (SP), (2,8%), Guaraçaba (PR) (31,8%) e Ilha de Tamaracá (49%).  Conclusão: Na conclusão, pôde-se constatar que a tendência natural de prevalência da doença em áreas litorâneas. Em relação ao Nordeste, dentre os estados que mantiveram sua pesquisa epidemiológica ao longo dos anos aumentou a prevalência e segue como a região com maior número de registro de casos.
SÍNDROME DE BURNOUT EM PROFISSIONAIS DA SAÚDE – UMA REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Brito Ana Gabriela Batista Pinheiro de , SILVA THIAGO ESTRELA , TENÓRIO EDUARDO NUNES , SILVA LIVIA REGINA GONÇALVES E , ARAÚJO ARTHUR JOSÉ TARDIN DE
Published: July 2022

Introdução: A terminologia “síndrome de Burnout” – ou síndrome do esgotamento profissional - é utilizada para descrever o transtorno emocional advindo de sintomas de exaustão, nervosismo, insônia, frustação, negatividade, dificuldade de concentração, insatisfação pessoal e no trabalho. Como principal causa tem-se a tensão emocional no ambiente de trabalho proveniente das condições físicas, emocionais e psicológicas. Os profissionais da saúde, em geral, são mais acometidos, principalmente médicos e enfermeiros, em detrimento da cobrança excessiva por resultados positivos e elevadas demandas. A atual revisão de literatura tem como finalidade analisar a prevalência da síndrome de Burnout em profissionais da saúde. Material e Método: Revisão sistemática por meio das bases de dados PubMed e SciELO, incluindo trabalhos nacionais e internacionais, publicados nos últimos cinco anos. No total, 13 artigos foram selecionados e utilizados. Resultados: A incidência dessa patologia é crescente e depende de vários fatores, em 2020, a Associação Internacional de Manejo do Estresse (ISMA) afirmou que 72% dos brasileiros já sofriam com estresse no ofício e desses, 32% já foram diagnosticados com Burnout. Tendo em vista sua etiologia multifatorial, algumas práticas como cuidar da saúde, realizar exercícios físicos regularmente, ocupar-se com atividades espirituais e obter recessos do trabalho são estratégias para promoção da saúde, devendo ser discutidas e implementadas para melhorar a qualidade de vida dos indivíduos. O diagnóstico e o tratamento dessa enfermidade devem ser multidisciplinares, usualmente realizados por psiquiatras e psicólogos, após análise clínica detalhada do paciente, a depender de cada caso, visando a integralidade do cuidado. Além disso, o uso de fármacos antidepressivos pode ser utilizado como terapia complementar. Conclusão: Dados sugerem que a síndrome de Burnout acomete um número significativo de profissionais da Saúde. Nessa senda, conclui-se que é fulcral o aprimoramento de políticas institucionais, curriculares e extracurriculares, de promoção de qualidade de vida e da saúde dos indivíduos afetados pelo Burnout, levando em consideração o caráter extenuante da doença.
FREQUÊNCIA DE PARASITOS EM ÁGUAS PROVENIENTES DE BEBEDOUROS EM INSTITUIÇÕES DE ENSINO LOCALIZADAS NA CIDADE DE SERRA TALHADA – PE
Authors: Novaes Amanda Teresa da Silva , LIMA MARILENE MARIA DE
Published: July 2022

Introdução: A água é um elemento indispensável para a vida das pessoas, porém pode trazer riscos à saúde. Poucos são os estudos voltados para parasitos provenientes da água, a maioria refere-se às bactérias do grupo Coliformes, assim sendo, a análise parasitológica da água proveniente dos bebedouros ocupa um papel fundamental, visto que crianças, adolescentes e jovens permanecem grande parte do dia nestas instituições de ensino. Objetivo: Desta forma, o objetivo do trabalho foi avaliar a contaminação por parasitos em águas provenientes de bebedouros localizados em instituições de ensino na cidade de Serra Talhada – PE. Materiais e métodos: A metodologia aplicada no trabalho baseou-se nos princípios da técnica de sedimentação espontânea de Hoffman, Pons & Janer (1934). Dessa forma, foram coletadas trinta amostras de água de dez instituições de ensino, no horário da manhã, além de ter sido feito sorteio aleatório tanto do bebedouro como da torneira que seria realizada a coleta. Uma vez coletadas as amostras foram analisadas no Laboratório de Biologia da Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco Unidade Acadêmica de Serra Talhada (LABIOO), com o auxílio do microscópio ótico. Resultados: Foram coletadas 30 amostras de água oriundas de dez instituições de ensino, das quais em análise apresentaram resultados positivos para seis amostras, sendo observada presença de protozoário, nematoide e artrópode. De uma forma geral o trabalho apresentou resultados bastante satisfatórios, sendo que 20% (6/30) das amostras apresentaram resultados positivos para a presença de parasitos. Conclusão: Conclui-se então que existe uma prevalência de parasitos em bebedouros pertencentes a instituições de ensino. É claro que a porcentagem de vinte por centro não é alta, contudo, torna-se preocupante, pois, os parasitos são causadores de enfermidades que, dependendo da infecção podem acarretar a morte, principalmente em crianças.
OS DESAFIOS NO DIAGNÓSTICO CLÍNICO E LABORATORIAL DA SEPSE NEONATAL
Authors: Melo Ana Clara Carneiro Fernandes de , FORNY ISABELA IGUATEMY , RIBEIRO RAYSSA GABRIELE VIEIRA
Published: July 2022

Introdução: A sepse neonatal pode ser definida como uma síndrome clínica decorrente da colonização de líquidos estéreis, como sangue e líquido cefalorraquidiano, por patógenos. As manifestações clínicas inespecíficas produzidas por este quadro gera muita dúvida no diagnóstico e pode levar a administração desnecessária de antimicrobianos e, consequentemente, o aparecimento de germes multirresistentes. Logo, a busca por exames mais sensíveis é fundamental para uma certeza diagnóstica. Objetivo: Discorrer sobre os impasses no diagnóstico da sepse neonatal e o potencial uso de novos biomarcadores. Metodologia: Realizou-se o estudo de revisão bibliográfica baseado em artigos científicos indexados na base de dados Scielo e Pubmed, datados no período de 2011 a 2022, usando os descritores Biomarcadores; Diagnóstico; Sepse Neonatal e sendo selecionados 4 artigos deste intervalo temporal. Resultados: Observou-se que a sepse neonatal pode ser dividida em precoce, com início nas primeiras 72 horas de vida, e tardia, após 72 horas de vida. Ademais, esta patologia pode estar associada a vários desfechos desfavoráveis para os recém-nascidos, como atraso cognitivo e paralisia cerebral, justificando a necessidade de uma rápida confirmação e tratamento, uma vez que a administração desnecessária de antibióticos podem gerar danos. Atualmente, o diagnóstico da sepse neonatal é realizado através da análise conjunta do quadro clínico, técnicas de cultura, hemograma completo e reagentes de fase aguda. Entretanto, existem algumas limitações como sintomas inespecíficos, culturas falso-negativas, interferências na contagem de neutrófilos e variada sensibilidade dos biomarcadores atuais. Para ser considerado um biomarcador ideal é necessário que sua sensibilidade e o seu valor preditivo negativo seja o mais próximo de 100%, além de especificidade e valor preditivo positivo maior que 85%. Assim, recentes exames laboratoriais sugerem uma potencial utilização no diagnóstico da sepse neonatal, como métodos de amplificação para análise molecular, uso da expressão gênica e o estudo de metabolômicos e proteômicos. Conclusão: Portanto, existem desafios no diagnóstico da sepse neonatal a serem superados a fim de uma identificação rápida e correta instituição do tratamento e, assim, diminuir a mortalidade neonatal.
The influence of culture on marketing communications between South African and German businesses
Authors:   , Schnalke Marcel
Published: July 2022

Globalization has brought new challenges for companies operating internationally. Various geographic locations, including numerous cultures, enhance marketing operations for an international company. The marketing communications process is influenced by culture and, therefore, it is important to identify the main national cultural factors and variables which influence this process. This study aimed to investigate the influence of national culture on marketing communications between German and South African businesses. The objectives of this study were to identify the main critical national cultural factors/variables influencing marketing communications between South African and German businesses and to develop a cultural framework to support marketing communications between German and South African firms. In order to accomplish the objectives, the study was undertaken as a quantitative survey combined with qualitative in-depth interviews to provide better understanding of the information obtained from the survey. The quantitative study was conducted from marketing staff selected from a population of 250 companies. Six in-depth interviews discussing the findings and results obtained through the quantitative study completed the qualitative part of the study. Language, value system, religion, level of education, attitude towards time, marketing communication style and marketing messages have been identified as the seven main cultural factors/variables to be critical and which have to be taken into consideration for marketing communications. Two cultural frameworks, one focussing on South Africa, the other one focussing on Germany, have been developed to provide South African and German businesses with the essential information and support if they want to implement a successful marketing communications strategy for either the German or the South African market.
The management of community development projects in Mafunze and Inadi Tribal authorities
Authors:   , Phoswa Octavia Heavy-Girl Duduzile
Published: July 2022

This thesis explores the management of community development projects in Mafunze and Inadi Tribal authorities. These are rural areas situated on the Westside of Pietermaritzburg along Bulwer Road. The community development projects were developed as means for rural development after the apartheid regime. When the African National Congress came into power after the first democratic elections in 1994, they came up with a working policy document which was the Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP). Most of the community development projects were executed as per principles of the RDP. The management of these projects involved a number of stakeholders as dealt with extensively in the study. The research was a case study analysis which aimed to determine the extent to which socio- economic upliftment is achieved through community development projects and their management thereof. The sample was drawn from a population of eleven community projects. Project committee members were interviewed in their mother language as most of the committee members would not understand English. The study concentrated on the views and opinions of the stakeholders in the management of community projects. The responses were translated from IsiZulu to English while other comments were captured in IsiZulu then translated into English. The ethical conduct and confidentiality was highly emphasized and kept as such as project communities feared that they may be victimised. The study revealed that total commitment of the community in development issues is vital. This called for active participation in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. It also revealed that most projects collapsed after being handed over to the community; further, the study did reveal that there was more room for improvement in terms of skills exchange programmes with the international community.
The relationship between quality of work life factors and organizational commitment within the pulp and paper industry in the Durban Metropolitan Area
Authors:   , Ngcobo Nathi Cedrick
Published: July 2022

It has become imperative for organisations to create family-friendly work-environments, where employees can effectively balance work and family life, in order to ensure employee satisfaction and increased productivity. A critical review of the quality of work life factors and organizational commitment literature was therefore conducted, in order to ascertain their psychometric applicability to knowledge workers within the Pulp and Paper industry in the greater eThekwini Metropolitan Area. A total of 450 questionnaires were distributed to employees in the pulp and paper industry within the eThekwini metropolitan area. The employees were randomly selected, while the organisations were stratified selected. A questionnaire was used to measure the different dimensions of quality of work life factors as well as the different dimensions of organisational commitment. The gathered data was processed through an SPSS program. A number of statistical tests were then performed on the collected data, where biographical variables were compared with the independent variables. The questionnaire was considered moderately reliable because the overall coefficient alpha was 0.525. The Pearson’s value indicated that there was a positive relationship at 0.01 level of significance between the majority of the quality of work factors (organizational climate, task characteristics, job satisfaction, role behaviour, utilization and future orientation) and the organisational commitment. No relationship was found between remuneration and organizational commitment. There was no significant difference in organizational commitment across the biographical variables of marital status, age, length of service and span of control. There was, however, a significant difference in organizational commitment across different levels of education. The Analysis of variance indicated that there was no significant difference in organizational commitment across marital status group. There was however a significant difference in organizational commitment across length of service. There was a significant difference I organizational commitment across supervisory span of control. The results from the hierarchical multiple regression indicated that with the exception of age, education and experience, all other demographics variables do not have an impact on affective commitment. The results also indicated that age, education and experience had an impact on continuance commitment. Similarly, age and education contribute significantly to normative commitment. The structural equation model comparative technique was performed to all constructed models and indicated that all models had a good fit in relation to the data based on the GFI. The best-fitting model for consequences demonstrated that organisational citizenship behaviour and procedural justice were important variables. Apart from that, affective, continuance and normative commitment were also found to be part of the model.