bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Quality Requirements for Electronic Health Record Systems
Authors: Winter Alfred , Takabayashi Katsuhiko , Jahn Franziska , Kimura Eizen , Engelbrecht Rolf , Haux Reinhold , Honda Masayuki , Hübner Ursula , Inoue Sozo , Kohl Christian , Matsumoto Takehiro , Matsumura Yasushi , Miyo Kengo , Nakashima Naoki , Prokosch Hans-Ulrich , Staemmler Martin
Published: August 2017

Background: For more than 30 years, there has been close cooperation between Japanese and German scientists with regard to information systems in health care. Collaboration has been formalized by an agreement between the respective scientific associations. Following this agreement, two joint workshops took place to explore the similarities and differences of electronic health record systems (EHRS) against the background of the two national healthcare systems that share many commonalities.

Objectives: To establish a framework and requirements for the quality of EHRS that may also serve as a basis for comparing different EHRS.

Methods: Donabedian’s three dimensions of quality of medical care were adapted to the outcome, process, and structural quality of EHRS and their management. These quality dimensions were proposed before the first workshop of EHRS experts and enriched during the discussions.

Results: The Quality Requirements Framework of EHRS (QRF-EHRS) was defined and complemented by requirements for high quality EHRS. The framework integrates three quality dimensions (outcome, process, and structural quality), three layers of information systems (processes and data, applications, and physical tools) and three dimensions of information management (strategic, tactical, and operational information management).

Conclusions: Describing and comparing the quality of EHRS is in fact a multidimensional problem as given by the QRF-EHRS framework. This framework will be utilized to compare Japanese and German EHRS, notably those that were presented at the second workshop.
A Comparative Observational Study of YSO Classification in Four Small Star-forming H ii Regions
Authors: Kang Sung-Ju , Kerton C. R. , Choi Minho , Kang Miju
Published: August 2017

We have developed a new young stellar object (YSO) identification and classification technique using mid-infrared Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE) data. We compare this new technique with previous WISE YSO detection and classification methods that used either infrared colors or spectral energy distribution slopes. In this study, we also use the new technique to detect and examine the YSO population associated with four small H ii regions: KR 7, KR 81, KR 120, and KR 140. The relatively simple structure of these regions allows us to effectively use both spatial and temporal constraints to identify YSOs that are potential products of triggered star formation. We are also able to identify regions of active star formation around these H ii regions that are clearly not influenced by the H ii region expansion, and thus demonstrate that star formation is on-going on megayear timescales in some of these molecular clouds.
New Improved Indirect Measurement of the 19F(p, α)16O Reaction at Energies of Astrophysical Relevance
Authors: Indelicato I. , La Cognata M. , Spitaleri C. , Burjan V. , Cherubini S. , Gulino M. , Hayakawa S. , Hons Z. , Kroha V. , Lamia L. , Mazzocco M. , Mrazek J. , Pizzone R. G. , Romano S. , Strano E. , Torresi D. , Tumino A.
Published: August 2017

Fluorine abundance determination is of great importance in stellar physics to understand s-elements production and mixing processes in asymptotic giant branch (AGB) stars. Up to now, theoretical models overproduce F abundances in AGB stars with respect to the observed values, thus calling for further investigation of the reactions involving fluorine. In particular, the 19F(p, α)16O reaction is the main destruction channel of fluorine at the bottom of the convective envelope in AGB stars, an H-rich environment where it can experience temperatures high enough to determine its destruction, owing to additional mixing processes. In this paper the Trojan horse method (THM) was used to extract the 19F(p, α
0)16O S-factor in the energy range of astrophysical interest (E
cm ≈ 0–1 MeV). This is the most relevant channel at the low temperatures (few 107 K) characterizing the bottom of the convective envelope, according to current knowledge. A previous indirect experiment using the THM has observed three resonances in the energy regions below E
cm ≈ 450 keV. These energies correspond to typical AGB temperatures, thus implying a significant increase in the reaction rate. Statistics are scarce for performing an accurate separation between resonances, preventing one from drawing a quantitative conclusion about their total widths and spin parities. Before THM measurement, only extrapolations were available below about 500 keV, showing a non-resonant behavior that sharply contradicts the trend of the astrophysical factor at higher energies. A new experiment has been performed to verify the measured TH astrophysical factor and to perform more accurate spectroscopy of the involved resonances.
The Helium Warm Breeze in IBEX Observations As a Result of Charge-exchange Collisions in the Outer Heliosheath
Authors: Bzowski Maciej , Kubiak Marzena A. , Czechowski Andrzej , Grygorczuk Jolanta
Published: August 2017

We simulated the signal due to neutral He atoms, observed by the Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX), assuming that charge-exchange collisions between neutral He atoms and He+ ions operate everywhere between the heliopause and a distant source region in the local interstellar cloud, where the neutral and charged components are in thermal equilibrium. We simulated several test cases of the plasma flow within the outer heliosheath (OHS) and investigated the signal generation for plasma flows both in the absence and in the presence of the interstellar magnetic field (ISMF). We found that a signal in the portion of IBEX data identified as being due to the Warm Breeze (WB) does not arise when a homogeneous plasma flow in front of the heliopause is assumed, but it appears immediately when any reasonable disturbance in its flow due to the presence of the heliosphere is assumed. We obtained a good qualitative agreement between the data selected for comparison and the simulations for a model flow with the velocity vector of the unperturbed gas and the direction and intensity of magnetic field adopted from recent determinations. We conclude that direct-sampling observations of neutral He atoms at 1 au from the Sun are a sensitive tool for investigating the flow of interstellar matter in the OHS, that the WB is indeed the secondary population of interstellar helium, which was hypothesized earlier, and that the WB signal is consistent with the heliosphere distorted from axial symmetry by the ISMF.
An Overview and Comparison of Two Proposed Suicide-Specific Diagnoses: Acute Suicidal Affective Disturbance and Suicide Crisis Syndrome
Authors: Rogers Megan L. , Galynker Igor , Yaseen Zimri , DeFazio Kayla , Joiner Thomas E.
Published: August 2017

Current psychological diagnostic classification systems do not fully capture the scope of suicidality, leading to recent advocacy for the inclusion of a suicide-specific diagnosable condition. We contend that a suicide-specific diagnosable condition should parsimoniously reflect acuity and characterize not only if, but also when, a person will engage in suicidal behavior. Two potential solutions to this diagnostic void have been proposed: (1) acute suicidal affective disturbance (ASAD) and (2) suicide crisis syndrome (SCS). This article provides an overview of the phenomenology and existing empirical evidence for ASAD and SCS, as well as a comparison between the two conditions. It also outlines a number of future research directions, including the need to examine both conditions prospectively in heterogeneous samples of people across the lifespan, as well as the necessity of comparing the reliability, validity, and clinical utility of these two syndromes directly within single studies.

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Suicide Among College Students: Risk and Approaches to Prevention and Management
Authors: Schwartz Victor
Published: August 2017

College campuses are a unique setting for the delivery of mental health care. Approximately 20 million people attend institutions of higher education in the United States. There has been growing recognition in recent years that a community/public health approach to suicide prevention on college campuses can be effective. Psychiatrists can play an important role in supporting suicide prevention on college campuses.

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Development of a Low-Cost Augmented Reality Head-Mounted Display Prototype
Authors: D'Angelo Thiago , Delabrida Silva Saul Emanuel , Oliveira Ricardo A. R. , Loureiro Antonio A. F.
Published: August 2017

Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Head-Mounted Displays (HMDs) have been emerging in the last years. These technologies sound like the new hot topic for the next years. Head-Mounted Displays have been developed for many different purposes. Users have the opportunity to enjoy these technologies for entertainment, work tasks, and many other daily activities. Despite the recent release of many AR and VR HMDs, two major problems are hindering the AR HMDs from reaching the mainstream market: the extremely high costs and the user experience issues. In order to minimize these problems, we have developed an AR HMD prototype based on a smartphone and on other low-cost materials. The prototype is capable of running Eye Tracking algorithms, which can be used to improve user interaction and user experience. To assess our AR HMD prototype, we choose a state-of-the-art method for eye center location found in the literature and evaluate its real-time performance in different development boards.
Wearable Antennas
Authors: Afyf Amal , Bellarbi Larbi , Latrach Mohamed , Gaviot Etienne , Camberlein Lionel , Sennouni Mohamed Adel , Yaakoui Nourdin
Published: August 2017

Having the merits of being light-weight, energy efficient, in addition to low manufacturing cost, reduced fabrication complexity, and the availability of inexpensive flexible substrates, flexible and wearable technology is being established as an appealing alternative to the conventional electronics technologies which are based on rigid substrates. This chapter is organized as follow into three major sections. In the first part, a detailed review of wearable antennas including applications and antenna families is presented. The second part of this project deals with the flexible antennas materials and fabrication methods. A wearable antenna prototype for medical applications, more accurately, early breast cancer detection, is discussed in the last section of this chapter.
Wearable Technologies for Helping Human Thermophysiological Comfort
Authors: Angelova Radostina A.
Published: August 2017

The thermophysiological comfort is one of the aspects of the human comfort. It is related to the thermoregulatory system of the body and its reactions to the temperature of the surrounding air, activity and clothing. The aim of the chapter is to present the state of the art in the wearable technologies for helping the human thermophysiological comfort. The basic processes of body's thermoregulatory system, the role of the hypothalamus, the reactions of the body in hot and cold environment, together with the related injuries, are described. In the second part of the chapter smart and intelligent clothing, textiles and accessories are presented together with wearable devices for body's heating/cooling.
Poverty and blindness in Nigeria
Authors: Tafida Abubakar , Kyari Fatima , Abdull Mohammed , Hannah Faal , Gilbert Clare E.
Published: August 2017

No abstract available.
A Curriculum to Enhance Resilience in Internal Medicine Interns
Authors: Bird Amber-Nicole , Martinchek Michelle , Pincavage Amber T.
Published: August 2017

Background 

Burnout is a serious concern in graduate medical education. While enhancing resilience in trainees is considered beneficial, there are few studies showing successful interventions.

Objective 

We developed and implemented a curriculum to teach resilience skills to internal medicine (IM) residents.

Methods 

Our resilience curriculum focused on 4 small group skill-building workshops: setting realistic goals, managing expectations, letting go after stressful clinical events, and finding gratitude. All sessions were delivered by a chief resident during dedicated teaching time, and combined lectures, group discussions, reflection, and simulated skill-building exercises. Participants were assessed before and after the curriculum using the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale.

Results 

Over a period of 2 years, 81 interns participated; 75% (61 of 81) responded prior to participating in the curriculum, and 79% (64 of 81) responded after participation. The majority thought sessions should continue the following year (75%, 48 of 64). Postsession, participants were more comfortable talking about stress and burnout (70%, 44 of 63), were more comfortable talking about medical errors (73%, 46 of 63), and had learned new ways to approach challenges (64%, 41 of 64). Mean resilience scores were lower after the curriculum (72.54 ± 10.18 versus 68.65 ± 10.14, P = .034). Feedback from participants indicated that the sessions fostered a sense of togetherness among peers and provided them with an additional support system.

Conclusions 

Small group resilience workshops were feasible over 2 years and well received by IM interns, who noted gaining new skills to approach challenges. There was no improvement in resilience scores after the sessions.
Occupational Challenges Encountered by Clients With Spina Bifida as They Age: A Systematic Review
Authors: Butto Sarah , DaCosta Nancy , Revich-Kravzov Marina , Macari Colleen , Cavaliere Catherine
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Occupational therapists can use the information outlined in this review to determine the most prevalent occupational challenges faced by adolescents with spina bifida as they transition into adulthood. Once these challenges are identified, interventions can be provided at an earlier age.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sarah Butto

Additional Authors and Speakers: Colleen Macari, Nancy DaCosta, Marina Revich-Kravzov

Contributing Authors: Catherine Cavaliere
The Impact of Equine-Assisted Therapy on Communication Within Familial Relationships of Veterans With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Authors: Vasher Hilary , Delano Missy , Herlache-Pretzer Ellen , Meyer Kayla , Stawowy Kellie
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

This phenomenological study explored the impact of equine-assisted therapy (EAT) on family communication among veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder. Results showed EAT positively affected communication, problem solving, and interpersonal skills within the family.

Primary Author and Speaker: Hilary Vasher

Additional Authors and Speakers: Missy Delano, Ellen Herlache-Pretzer, Kayla Meyer, Kellie Stawowy
Comparison of Affecting Factors for Flow Experience Between Samples of Schizophrenia and General Population
Authors: Huang Lin-Jye , Hu Fu-Chang , Wu Chinyu , Yang Yi-Hong , Lee Shu-Chun , Huang Hsu-Chang , Yu Chun-Yi , Lai Kuan-Yu
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

This study suggests that occupational therapists could assist persons with schizophrenia through knowledge of flow theory and self-determination theory, as well as enhancing their attention function and leisure satisfaction when providing therapeutic activities for increasing flow experience.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lin-Jye Huang

Additional Authors and Speakers: Fu-Chang Hu, Chinyu Wu, Yi-Hong Yang, Shu-Chun Lee, Hsu-Chang Huang, Chun-Yi Yu, Kuan-Yu Lai
Intervention Strategies for Anxiety in Children: A Summary of the Evidence
Authors: Handojo Nina , Hsu-Nazzal Christine , Kabbani Nadia , Swinth Yvonne , Tomlin George , Brubaker Kristen
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

A content analysis addressing interventions for anxiety in children was completed. Promising interventions included cognitive–behavioral therapy, social skills, yoga, deep pressure, and occupation-based groups. Tools were created to inform and measure intervention and outcomes based on the research.

Primary Author and Speaker: Nina Handojo

Additional Authors and Speakers: Christine Hsu-Nazzal, Nadia Kabbani, Yvonne Swinth

Contributing Authors: George Tomlin, Kristen Brubaker
Focus Forward: Outcomes of a Brief Occupational Therapy Intervention for Cancer-Related Cognitive Dysfunction
Authors: Hopkins Shayne , Radomski Mary Vining , Finkelstein Marsha , Anheluk Mattie , Berling Kristin , Darger Michele , Grabe Kim , Morrison M. Tracy , Zola Joette , Hutchison Nancy
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Results of this pilot and feasibility study indicate that women with breast cancer who received a brief occupational therapy intervention for cancer-related cognitive dysfunction experienced pre–post improvements in self-reported cognition and occupational functioning.

Primary Author and Speaker: Shayne Hopkins

Contributing Authors: Mary Vining Radomski, Marsha Finkelstein, Mattie Anheluk, Kristin Berling, Michele Darger, Kim Grabe, M. Tracy Morrison, Joette Zola, Nancy Hutchison
Updating the Kohlman Evaluation of Living Skills (Fourth Edition): The Beta Testing Process and Outcome
Authors: Robnett Regula , Thomson Linda Kohlman
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

The Kohlman Evaluation of Living Skills (KELS) has been used for years to assess basic living skills in various realms of adult rehabilitation. This poster describes the process and results of updating this important assessment tool and introduces the fourth edition of the KELS (Thomson, 2016).

Primary Author and Speaker: Regula Robnett

Additional Authors and Speakers: Linda Kohlman Thomson
Can a Cognitive–Perceptual–Physical Battery Predict Driving Competence for People With Mild Cognitive Impairments? A Pilot Study
Authors: Shih Bin-Huei , Chang Lin-Hui , Wang Jye , Pai Ming-Chyi , Cheng Yung-Hsiang
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Our research showed that some people with mild cognitive impairments can still drive safely. In addition, visuocognitive assessments, seldom included in driving evaluation in the literature, may predict performance in on-road assessment. Realistic on-road assessment is needed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Bin-Huei Shih

Additional Authors and Speakers: Lin-Hui Chang, Jye Wang

Contributing Authors: Ming-Chyi Pai, Yung-Hsiang Cheng
Correlation Between Poststroke Patients’ Independence and Cognition, and Their Family Caregivers’ Burden and Quality of Life
Authors: Cruz Daniel , Caro Camila
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

This session describes the importance for professional practice of thinking about the development of a different approach focused on stroke patients and family caregivers.

Primary Author and Speaker: Daniel Cruz

Additional Authors and Speakers: Camila Caro
Is Social Media the Great Information Equalizer? Exploring Current Use of Social Media by World Federation of Occupational Therapists Member Organizations
Authors: Hamilton Anita , Burwash Susan , Jacobs Karen , Penman Merrolee , Hook Angela , Bodell Sarah , Ledgerd Ritchard , Pattison Marilyn
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

This study used a mixed-methods survey to explore World Federation of Occupational Therapists member organizations’ use of social media. It found that although social media tools are well utilized by many organizations, enhancement of technical skills and resources would be beneficial.

Primary Author and Speaker: Anita Hamilton

Additional Authors and Speakers: Susan Burwash, Karen Jacobs, Merrolee Penman

Contributing Authors: Angela Hook, Sarah Bodell, Ritchard Ledgerd, Marilyn Pattison
Evaluation of the Impact of Animal Assistive Intervention on Attention, Social Initiation, and Regulation Skills of Children With Disabilities
Authors: Mendonca Rochelle , Yhost Stephanie , Santalucia Susan , Ideishi Siobhan
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

This retrospective data analysis examines the outcomes of an animal-assisted therapy pilot program implemented with school-age children. The program was designed and implemented by the school’s occupational therapy department with the goals of enhancing skills important for social participation.

Primary Author and Speaker: Rochelle Mendonca

Additional Authors and Speakers: Stephanie Yhost, Susan Santalucia, Siobhan Ideishi

Contributing Authors:
Decreasing Pain in Adolescents With Complex Regional Pain Syndrome: A Biopsychosocial Approach
Authors: Quindlen Natalie , Kramer Paula , Maher Colleen
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

The purpose of this poster presentation is to discuss the effectiveness of an interdisciplinary approach for decreasing pain and increasing physical and emotional functioning among adolescents and young adults with complex regional pain syndrome.

Primary Author and Speaker: Natalie Quindlen

Contributing Authors: Paula Kramer, Colleen Maher
Underrepresentation of the Needs of Children With Disabilities and Their Families in Community Outdoor Play Spaces: A Local Government Perspective
Authors: Sterman Julia , Naughton Geraldine , Villeneuve Michelle , Froude Elspeth , Wyver Shirley , Bundy Anita
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

A local government in a culturally and linguistically diverse city was used as a case to better understand considerations around providing outdoor play opportunities for children with developmental disabilities within the community. Triangulation occurred between parent and government perspectives.

Primary Author and Speaker: Julia Sterman

Contributing Authors: Geraldine Naughton, Michelle Villeneuve, Elspeth Froude, Shirley Wyver, Anita Bundy
Health Care Utilization and Costs Among Transition-Age Young Adult Medicare Beneficiaries With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Authors: Benevides Teal W. , Carretta Henry , Graves Katelyn
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Our study of Medicare claims found that young adults with autism spectrum disorder (N > 5,500) experienced low rates of preventive and occupational therapy (OT) and physical therapy service use and high rates of emergency department use. There is a need for wellness and preventive services, creating opportunities for OT to develop interventions to improve care.

Primary Author and Speaker: Teal W. Benevides

Contributing Authors: Henry Carretta, Katelyn Graves
A Pilot Study to Determine Baseline Performance of Well Older Adults on the Interactive Metronome Long Form Assessment
Authors: Bracciano Alfred , Bracciano Elizabeth , Qi Yongue , Davis Sara , Olschove Ashley , Permann Kylie , Wiese McKenzie , Doll Joy , Einziger Samantha , Merkulov Vlad , Murphy Kevin , Shumaker Paige
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

The purpose of this study was to establish benchmark performance data for well elderly persons on the Interactive Metronome (IM). Normative data for this population have not been collected. Could the IM be an effective assessment or intervention for motor and processing skills in the elderly population?

Primary Author and Speaker: Alfred Bracciano

Additional Authors and Speakers: Elizabeth Bracciano, Yongue Qi

Contributing Authors: Sara Davis, Ashley Olschove, Kylie Permann, McKenzie Wiese, Joy Doll, Samantha Einziger, Vlad Merkulov, Kevin Murphy, Paige Shumaker
Student Response System and Learning: Perceptions of the Student
Authors: Taylor Meredith , Benson Jeryl D. , Szucs Kimberly
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Student perceptions of a student response system (SRS) were examined. Students were surveyed to determine perceptions of the impact the SRS has on learning. Results indicate that using an SRS may help support engagement and learning by using pedagogical methods perceived by the learner as current and familiar.

Primary Author and Speaker: Meredith Taylor

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jeryl D. Benson, Kimberly Szucs
Grounded Theory Focus Group Findings in Combat Veterans With Driving Performance Issues
Authors: Classen Sherrilene , Winter Sandra , Szafranski Emily , McGowan Cassie , Levy Charles , Monahan Miriam , Yarney Abraham
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Combat veterans (CVs) face an increased risk of motor vehicle crash and report driving difficulty that impacts community reintegration. Grounded theory methods were used to examine CVs’ driving perception and behaviors. Clinicians working with this population can use findings to tailor interventions.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sherrilene Classen

Additional Authors and Speakers: Sandra Winter

Contributing Authors: Cassie McGowan, Charles Levy, Miriam Monahan, Abraham Yarney
The Occupational Transition of Athletic Retirement: An Emerging Area of Practice for the Occupational Therapy Profession
Authors: Smoot Michael , Marterella Abbey
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Occupational therapy’s role in transition services has historically demonstrated positive outcomes throughout the lifespan. This study considers the lived experience of the occupational transition of athletic retirement as a potential emerging area of practice for the profession.

Primary Author and Speaker: Michael Smoot

Contributing Authors: Abbey Marterella
Infant and Maternal Reciprocity as Expressed Through Play Performance and Participation
Authors: Gee Bryan , Kunkel Susan , Troy Lauren , Swann Hillary , Devine Nancy , Burgett Nicholas , Aubuchon-Endsley Nicki , Brumley Michele R. , Ramsdell-Hudock Heather
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Infant–maternal reciprocity may be captured and represented through play. Play construction, purpose, object choice, and type were observed and coded using a retrospective analysis, demonstrating an increase in frequency and duration in most categories.

Primary Author and Speaker: Bryan Gee

Additional Authors and Speakers: Susan Kunkel

Contributing Authors: Hillary Swann, Nancy Devine, Nicholas Burgett, Nicki Aubuchon-Endsley, Michele R. Brumley, Heather Ramsdell-Hudock
Anosognosia of Neglect During Performance of Daily Activities
Authors: Grattan Emily , Skidmore Elizabeth , Woodbury Michelle
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

This poster highlights how common anosognosia is among clients after stroke and how important it is for practitioners to assess for anosognosia and plan treatment to address it in this client population.

Primary Author and Speaker: Emily Grattan

Contributing Authors: Elizabeth Skidmore, Michelle Woodbury
Effective Strategies to Influence Performance of Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder Within Inclusive Classrooms
Authors: Walker Beth Ann , Ficklin Addisson , Alexander Heather , Gullett Lauren , Myers Lauren , Lewis Jennifer
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

A thematic synthesis of 59 articles on effective strategies found to influence performance of students with autism spectrum disorder revealed five themes, including disruptive behaviors, inclusion strategies, social interaction, video modeling, and teacher training.

Primary Author and Speaker: Beth Ann Walker

Additional Authors and Speakers: Addisson Ficklin, Heather Alexander, Lauren Gullett, Lauren Myers, Jennifer Lewis
Effect of Collaboration Between Occupational Therapists and Care Managers Using the Management Tool for Daily Life Performance for Stroke Patients
Authors: Iokawa Kazuaki , Hasegawa Keiichi , Ishikawa Takashi
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Collaboration between occupational therapists and care managers using the Management Tool for Daily Life Performance was effective in promoting independent daily living in stroke patients after leaving the hospital.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kazuaki Iokawa

Contributing Authors: Keiichi Hasegawa, Takashi Ishikawa
Increasing Community Mobility: The Role of Rehab Professionals in Complete Streets Implementation
Authors: Maisel Jordana , Ranahan Molly , Lenker James
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

This research evaluates the implementation of Complete Streets across the United States, including a case study in Buffalo, New York. Findings will equip rehabilitation professionals, policymakers, and designers with best practices to create more social participation opportunities for a wider range of users.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jordana Maisel

Additional Authors and Speakers:

Contributing Authors: Molly Ranahan, James Lenker
The Contextual Influences on the Initiation of Occupational Therapy Education Programs in Countries Where Few or No Other Programs Exist
Authors: Roberts Bill , Hooper Barb
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Initiating curricula in five countries with few resources was influenced by the interaction of local context, key events, and stakeholders’ conceptions of occupational therapy and education. These findings support development of effective and locally situated occupational therapy programs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Bill Roberts

Contributing Authors: Barb Hooper
Using Accelerometry to Detect Upper-Extremity Motor Deficits and Delays in Early Childhood
Authors: Drazen Catherine Hoyt , Nguyen Annie , Everet Elyse , Berner Melanie , Koller Jonathan , Ragan Dustin K. , Dosenbach Nico U. F.
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Identifying subtle motor delays in early childhood is challenging. Accelerometry is a novel way to characterize upper-extremity motor patterns in typically developing children. Differences were identified between typically developing children and children with hemiparesis ages 0–5 yr.

Primary Author and Speaker: Catherine Hoyt Drazen

Contributing Authors: Annie Nguyen, Elyse Everet, Melanie Berner, Jonathan Koller, Dustin K. Ragan, Nico U. F. Dosenbach
Assessing the Impact of Real-Life Cognitive Functioning in the Home: Development and Psychometric Study of the Multiple Errands Test–Home
Authors: Burns Suzanne , Neville Marsha
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

This initial psychometric study provides preliminary support for the use of the Multiple Errands Test–Home to identify the impact of executive dysfunction in the home environment for adults with mild and moderate stroke.

Primary Author and Speaker: Suzanne Burns

Additional Authors and Speakers: Marsha Neville
Pictorial Interview of Children’s Metacognition and Executive Functions (PIC–ME): A Comparison Between Children With and Without Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Authors: Bar-Ilan Ruthie Traub , Maeir Adina
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

The Pictorial Interview of Children’s Metacognition and Executive Functions (PIC–ME) was designed to evaluate self-perception of executive function challenges in daily life among children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and to promote their engagement in goal setting. Results support the initial reliability and validity of the PIC–ME.

Primary Author and Speaker: Ruthie Traub Bar-Ilan

Contributing Authors: Adina Maeir
Effects of Deep Pressure on Arousal and Performance in Adults With Autism: Examining the Efficacy of the Vayu Vest
Authors: Reynolds Stacey , Lane Shelly , Mullen Brian , Boulware Caitlin , Timberline Holly , Norris Michelle , McDaniel Caitlin , Baumann Kaitlyn , Guarriello Anthony
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

Adults with autism have impairments in autonomic nervous system regulation that impact their ability to engage socially and perform functional tasks. This study tested the efficacy of a sensory-based technology, the Vayu Vest, as a means of altering autonomic arousal and increasing performance.

Primary Author and Speaker: Stacey Reynolds

Additional Authors and Speakers: Shelly Lane

Contributing Authors: Brian Mullen, Caitlin Boulware, Holly Timberline, Michelle Norris, Caitlin McDaniel, Kaitlyn Baumann, Anthony Guarriello
Challenges in Transitioning From Clinician to Educator for Occupational Therapy Assistant Faculty Members
Authors: Sparks-Keeney Tiffany
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

This mixed-methods descriptive study was conducted through a national survey. Findings suggest that occupational therapy assistant (OTA) faculty members find activities related to curriculum and class development most difficult during their first year as educators. Data suggest many areas for future study to further OTA education.

Primary Author and Speaker: Tiffany Sparks-Keeney
Cross-Species Comparison of Development in the Marmoset and Human Child: Pivotal Milestones and Implications for Management of Chronic Conditions
Authors: Dammann Caitlin , Ausderau Karla , Emborg Marina , McManus Katherine , Schneider Mary , Schultz-Darken Nancy
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/30/2017

A cross-species comparison was conducted between typical development of the common marmoset and typical development of the human child. Information obtained from this comparison can be used to understand potential early developmental markers of disease and to prevent and manage chronic conditions.

Primary Author and Speaker: Caitlin Dammann

Additional Authors and Speakers: Karla Ausderau

Contributing Authors: Marina Emborg, Katherine McManus, Mary Schneider, Nancy Schultz-Darken
Effects of a Short Interprofessional Education Orientation Program on Student Attitudes Towards Interprofessional Education
Authors: Gibbs Debra , Dahlgren Lucyellen , Greenwalt Suzanne , Hahn Lindsay
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This presentation describes a model introductory interprofessional education program for graduate students in nursing, pharmacy, and physical and occupational therapy. Results regarding students’ attitudes toward interprofessional education, and specifically their understanding of roles, are reviewed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Debra Gibbs

Contributing Authors: Suzanne Greenwalt, Lindsay Hahn, Lucyellen Dahlgren
Indoor and Outdoor Falls Among Older Adult Trauma Patients: A Comparison of Patient Characteristics and Outcomes
Authors: Gentile Patricia , Chippendale Tracy , James Melissa K.
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

Significant differences exist in patient characteristics, factors associated with falls, and outcomes for indoor versus outdoor fallers admitted for trauma care. Results can help inform targeted primary and secondary injury prevention initiatives.

Primary Author and Speaker: Patricia Gentile

Additional Authors and Speakers: Tracy Chippendale

Contributing Authors: Melissa K. James
Understanding Occupational Therapy Practitioners’ Use of Upper Extremity–Focused Home Programs for Persons Post Stroke
Authors: Fichter Renae , Donoso Brown Elena V.
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

A national survey of occupational therapy practitioners was completed to describe current practice on how home programs for upper-extremity motor recovery are designed, implemented, and monitored, specifically for persons who experienced stroke.

Primary Author and Speaker: Renae Fichter

Additional Authors and Speakers: Elena V. Donoso Brown
Predictors of Employment Status Among Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Authors: Ohl Alisha
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

Multivariate logistic regression analyses of a national employment survey of adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) revealed disability disclosure and higher education increased the participants’ likelihood of employment. This information may prove useful to occupational therapists working with adults with ASD.

Primary Author and Speaker: Alisha Ohl
Investigating the Occupational Needs of Emancipated Young Adults From the Perspective of Key Stakeholders
Authors: Sprianu Caesarinne , Krpalek Dragana , Palladino Judith , Tran Minh-Quan , Rank Amanda , Leung Grace , Zecha Richard , MacGregor Alex , Javaherian-Dysinger Heather , Hewitt Liane
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This study investigated the needs of emancipated young adults and identified four primary areas of overlap with the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: participation and role competence, quality of life, well-being, and occupational justice. Implications for occupational therapy are discussed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Caesarinne Sprianu

Additional Authors and Speakers: Dragana Krpalek, Judith Palladino

Contributing Authors: Minh-Quan Tran, Amanda Rank, Grace Leung, Richard Zecha, Alex MacGregor, Heather Javaherian-Dysinger, Liane Hewitt
Feasibility and Acceptability of the Take Action Program for Breast Cancer Survivors
Authors: Newman Robin , Lyons Kathleen , Festa Kate , Ko Naomi
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

The implementation of a client-centered self-management program at an urban safety net hospital fills an important gap in the expansion of rehabilitation programs for breast cancer survivors and demonstrates an opportunity for occupational therapy to meet the needs of this underserved population.

Primary Author and Speaker: Robin Newman

Additional Authors and Speakers: Kathleen Lyons

Contributing Authors: Kate Festa, Naomi Ko
Examining Occupational Therapists as Potential Special Education Leaders
Authors: Sauvigne-Kirsch Joan
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

Occupational therapists (OTs) are restricted in obtaining school leadership roles largely due to state credentialing. The occupational therapy profession’s competing historical forces are balanced with a strong knowledge base in human development, service contexts, and leadership. OTs need to advocate for development into school leadership roles.

Primary Author and Speaker: Joan Sauvigne-Kirsch
Combining Scholarship, Teaching, and Learning: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Milton Lauren , Otty Robyn
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This session will reveal results of student participation in the Centralized Service Learning Model (CSLM), a course design framework that facilitates creative and active learning opportunities in the community through service. Results support the effectiveness of the CSLM as a viable teaching model to influence student learning.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lauren Milton

Additional Authors and Speakers: Robyn Otty
Social Self-Management of Parkinson’s Disease
Authors: Tickle-Degnen Linda , Eldridge Jenna , Stevenson Michael
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This study investigated disease severity and social self-management styles of individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Three social self-management styles were associated with disease severity: participation in social life, exchange of support with others, and management of social resources.

Primary Author and Speaker: Linda Tickle-Degnen

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jenna Eldridge

Contributing Authors: Michael Stevenson
Fast-Pitch Softball Players Use Biomechanical Compensations to Maintain Pitch Speed When Fatigued
Authors: Janes William , Foreman Matthew , Engsberg Jack R. , Smith Matthew , Krampe Jill
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

Fast-pitch softball pitchers are at increased risk for overuse injuries, possibly due to fatigue. This study measured kinematics, strength, fatigue, and pain over the course of a simulated game. Pitchers lost strength and reported fatigue, but they maintained pitch speed while altering their kinematics.

Primary Author and Speaker: William Janes

Additional Authors and Speakers: Matthew Foreman

Contributing Authors: Jack R. Engsberg, Matthew Smith, Jill Krampe
Exploring the Effectiveness of an Occupation-Based Intervention: An Experimental Study With Calligraphy
Authors: Krpalek Dragana , Hyun Alice , Kim Judy , Lee Amanda , Lee Jessica , Moningka Darcie , Petersen Miriam , Javaherian-Dysinger Heather , Roese Heather , Pendleton Karen
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This research study compared three intervention approaches for learning calligraphy: occupation-based, activity-based, and preparatory tasks. Our study encourages occupational therapy practitioners to center treatments on meaningful occupations for optimal motivation, engagement, and performance.

Primary Author and Speaker: Dragana Krpalek

Additional Authors and Speakers: Alice Hyun, Judy Kim, Amanda Lee, Jessica Lee, Darcie Moningka, Miriam Petersen

Contributing Authors: Heather Javaherian-Dysinger, Heather Roese, Karen Pendleton
Assessment of Time Management Skills: Psychometric Properties of the Swedish Version (ATMS–S)
Authors: White Suzanne M. , Janeslätt Gunnel , Holmefur Marie , Lidström-Holmqvist Kajsa
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

The Assessment of Time Management Skills–Swedish Version (ATMS–S) is a promising, easily administered self-rating of daily time management. The ATMS–S provides occupational therapists a structured way to assess clients who have reduced time management skills due to higher-level cognitive disorders.

Primary Author and Speaker: Suzanne M. White

Additional Authors and Speakers: Gunnel Janeslätt, Marie Holmefur, Kajsa Lidström-Holmqvist
Measuring Prefrontal Hemodynamic Responses Using Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy During Mobility for a Child With Motor Impairment
Authors: Cusick Kelly , DiStasi Alexandra , Holowinski Stephanie , Fitzpatrick Olivia , Davis Megan , Wallace Melody H. , Stansfield Sharon A. , Dennis Carole , Larin Hélène M. , Rader Nancy , Pena-Shaff Judith
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This study used functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to identify changes in cognitive workload in a child with motor impairment during experiences with robot-assisted mobility. The study provides preliminary support for using fNIRS to measure cognitive workload in novel motor tasks.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kelly Cusick

Additional Authors and Speakers: Alexandra DiStasi, Stephanie Holowinski, Olivia Fitzpatrick

Contributing Authors: Megan Davis, Melody H. Wallace, Sharon A. Stansfield, Carole Dennis, Hélène M. Larin, Nancy Rader, Judith Pena-Shaff
Testing an Occupation-Based Cultural Group Intervention for Residents in Long-Term Care Settings
Authors: Chang Pei-Fen , Birch-Evans Anlee , Davidson Harriett , Hersch Gayle , Tsai Kai-Li
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This presentation will provide useful information to practitioners working in long-term care facilities about an occupation-based cultural group intervention that can be incorporated into their daily practice for older clients who have experienced recent relocation.

Primary Author and Speaker: Pei-Fen Chang

Additional Authors and Speakers: Anlee Birch-Evans, Harriett Davidson, Gayle Hersch, Kai-Li Tsai
Internal Consistency and Test–Retest Reliability of the Vocational Fit Assessment
Authors: Persch Andrew , Guo Karen , Case Christina , Cleary Dennis
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

These data confirm our previous work and demonstrate that the Vocational Fit Assessment can be used reliably for the purposes of matching persons with developmental disabilities to jobs, providing a new evidence-based practice.

Primary Author and Speaker: Andrew Persch

Additional Authors and Speakers: Karen Guo, Christina Case, Dennis Cleary
Fibromyalgia: Patients’ Perspectives of Quality of Life and Occupation
Authors: Sullivan Meredith , Smith Erica , Roddenberry Shari , Kornblau Barbara , Oliveira Debora
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This qualitative study based on grounded theory explored patients’ perspectives on quality of life and occupations of people with fibromyalgia via online open-ended questions on SurveyMonkey. Results show patients defined quality of life as participation in occupations.

Primary Author and Speaker: Meredith Sullivan

Additional Authors and Speakers: Erica Smith, Shari Roddenberry

Contributing Authors: Barbara Kornblau, Debora Oliveira
Arthritis: Patients’ Perspectives on Quality of Life and Occupation
Authors: Morgan Denise , Kornblau Barbara , Oliveira Debora S. , Gaston Dera , Williams Mikale
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This qualitative study explored perspectives on quality of life and occupations of people with arthritis through an open-ended online survey of Facebook community members. Data were analyzed using grounded theory. Participants defined quality of life in terms of participation in valued occupations.

Primary Author and Speaker: Denise Morgan

Additional Authors and Speakers: Barbara Kornblau, Debora S. Oliveira

Contributing Authors: Dera Gaston, Mikale Williams
Living With Parkinson’s Disease: A Jordanian Perspective
Authors: Nazzal Mohammad , Khalil Hanan
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This study explored the lived experiences of Jordanian persons with Parkinson’s disease, both challenges and adaptations. Some of these challenges and adaptations are rooted within the Jordanian Arabic and Islamic culture. It is highly recommended that therapists be aware of these cultural issues.

Primary Author and Speaker: Mohammad Nazzal

Additional Authors and Speakers: Hanan Khalil
Examining the Experiences and Unmet Needs of Chassidic Mothers Raising a Child With Autism
Authors: Levy Faye , Mulcahey M. J.
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This qualitative study was conducted to understand the needs and priorities of mothers raising a child with autism in the Chassidic community. Five major themes emerged that reflect unique challenges. This research highlights the importance of routines and rituals that define insular communities.

Primary Author and Speaker: Faye Levy

Contributing Authors: M. J. Mulcahey
Supports and Barriers to Effective Job Matching for Persons With Intellectual Disabilities
Authors: Persch Andrew , Pfeiffer Beth , Weisshaar Rebecca , Darragh Amy , Cleary Dennis
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

Several practices act as barriers, as supports, or as both to the job-matching process. Future research should focus on integrating these factors into a systematic procedure for matching persons with disabilities to long-term, competitive community employment.

Primary Author and Speaker: Andrew Persch

Additional Authors and Speakers: Beth Pfeiffer, Rebecca Weisshaar, Amy Darragh, Dennis Cleary
Professor Paws Project: Service Dog Education for Allied Health Students
Authors: Isaacson Mary , Wyatt Meredith , Worley Jody
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

Service dog education is not included in national curriculum standards for allied health students. The paucity of education leads to gaps in services, training, and advocacy for persons with disabilities. This study explores the impact of service dog education on allied health students.

Primary Author and Speaker: Mary Isaacson

Additional Authors and Speakers: Meredith Wyatt

Contributing Authors: Jody Worley
Noise-Attenuating Headphones and Participation in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Authors: Pfeiffer Beth
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

The purpose of this study was to understand the perceived benefits and limitations of using noise-attenuating headphones for children with ASD for participation in home, community, and school environments to determine feasibility of use and guide intervention planning and future research.

Primary Author and Speaker: Beth Pfeiffer
How Parents With Disabilities View or Define Quality of Life
Authors: Edwards Alicia , Burke Monique , Linster Aneisha , Alexander Aurelia , Kornblau Barbara , Mbiza Sarah , Oliveira Debora
Published: August 2017

Date Presented 3/31/2017

This grounded theory qualitative study explored how parents with disabilities view or define quality of life and implications for practice. Multiple researchers and data collection from multiple sources insured rigor, triangulation, and trustworthiness. Occupational autonomy emerged as a major theme.

Primary Author and Speaker: Alicia Edwards

Additional Authors and Speakers: Monique Burke, Aneisha Linster

Contributing Authors: Aurelia Alexander, Barbara Kornblau, Sarah Mbiza, Debora Oliveira