Impact of 5-Minute Preceptor Training on the Senior Nursing Student Perception of Clinical Preceptor Feedback Effectiveness

Feedback is a tool that is often not utilized effectively. Clinical preceptors, when utilized, are the primary oversight for nursing students and should be able to provide feedback that is constructive and timely. Clinical preceptor feedback directly impacts the nurse generalists’ transition to practice which can increase competency levels by providing timely and quality feedback (Phillips, Mathew, Aktan, & Catano, 2017; Duteau, 2012). The purpose of this study was to determine if training clinical preceptors in the 5-Minute Preceptor method providing feedback to senior nursing students had an impact on the clinical teaching effectiveness. The research design was a comparative, two-group study with quantitative analysis, which utilized retrospective data from an undergraduate diploma program in the Southern United States. Senior nursing students in the final clinical immersion program from September 2018 to February 2020 were used as a convenience sample with a total of N=164 included in this study (n=100 before group, n=64 after group). Mann-Whitney U was used to analyze the data with a p\u3c .05. Direct statements relating to feedback did not show significant correlations; however, the overall teaching statements showed significant findings on the Clinical Teaching Effectiveness Inventory (CTEI). Training clinical preceptors in how and when to provide feedback has an impact on the overall teaching effectiveness, which could have a direct impact on the graduate nurse’s transition to practice by offering feedback in relation to decision making and critical thinking abilities

A COMPARISON OF THE CUSHIONING EFFECT OF THREE TOP RATED RUNNING SHOES AND A SHOE USING A NEW SPRING TECHNOLOGY

The purpose of this study was to compare the cushioning effect of three top rated running shoes and a new spring shoe technology. Shoes were mechanically dropped onto an AMTI force platform. The average in peak forces and the time to peak force were calculated to compare cushioning effect over multiple trials. The Nike and the Spira were found to be significantly better in both cushioning variables than the Adidas and Asics, but not significantly different from each other

A COMPARISON OF THE CUSHIONING EFFECT OF A POPULAR RUNNING SHOE AND A SHOE USING A NEW SPRING TECHNOLOGY DURING RUNNING

The purpose of the study was to compare the cushioning effect of the Nike Air Pegasus 2004 and the Spira Volare IITM during running. Measured variables were peak force, peak force relative to body weight and time-to-peak force. It was determined that time-to-peak force was not significantly different (p=0.1745) between the Spira and the Nike. There were significant differences found in peak force values (p=0.0184) with Nike exhibiting higher forces than Spira. Peak forces normalized to body weight exhibited a significant shoe by gender interaction (p=0.032). Further analysis revealed the Nike had significantly higher forces than the Spira for females (p=0.0048) but not for males (p=0.8544). It was concluded that the Spira Volare II is similar to the Nike Air Pegasus 2004 in time-to-peak force but significantly lower in peak forces, particularly for females

LANDING KINEMATICS, KINETICS AND EMG IN MALE AND FEMALE ATHLETES AND NON-ATHLETES: IMPLICATIONS FOR ACL INJURY RISK

Female athletes are more likely to sustain an ACL injury than male athletes. The purpose was to investigate variables that have been identified as ACL risk factors during a landing task to determine differences among male and female athletes and non-athletes (N = 100). Variables included knee angle at contact, maximum knee angle, time (contact to max angle), VGRF, and muscle activation. Male non-athletes bent the knees significantly more after contact than male athletes. Male athletes landed with significantly more force per body weight than male non-athletes or female athletes and male non-athletes landed with significantly more force than female non-athletes. No other significant differences were observed. The authors concluded that the high rate of ACL injury among female athletes cannot be explained by the landing strategy employed in a jump

Biomechanical Effects of Obesity on Balance

International Journal of Exercise Science 5(4) : 301-320, 2012. The objective of this review was to analyze the current literature related to the effects of obesity on balance. These effects were observed during conditions of static balance, perturbed balance and dynamic balance during gait. The literature review included studies focused on the biomechanical effects of obesity, the relationship between weight loss and balance, and the relative efficacy of weight loss as a balance intervention. The older adult population, which faces increased risk of falls and related injuries, was highlighted where targeted research was available. The existing literature provides evidence for a strong link between obesity and balance impairments. This meta-analysis supports the efficacy of weight loss as an intervention to improve balance in the obese. Additional investigations are needed to confirm the reliability of relationships noted in this review paper, and to explore the potential of weight loss in simple and combined interventions. Future research should also determine whether efficacy differs among populations

THE EFFECTS OF ECCENTRIC PHASE DURATION ON CONCENTRIC PHASE FORCE PRODUCTION DURING DEPTH JUMPS

The purpose of the study was to test the yet unproven theory, which states that the faster a muscle is stretched the greater force it produces in the subsequent concentric phase during plyometric exercises. Thirty-three trained male athletes performed plyometric depth jumps from two heights (trial A=33.02cm, trial B=47.94cm) landing on a force platform, followed by an immediate counter jump. Researchers determined the duration of eccentric phase and the relative peak concentric force of each jump using the data from the force platform. Results indicated a significant inverse relationship between eccentric duration and relative peak concentric force in both trials (p=0.019 and

Perceptions And Validation Of Key Information Technology Competencies From An IT Alumni Viewpoint: Another Stakeholder In The Curriculum Design Process

The objective of this research was to determine the perceptions of End-user Information Systems graduates from selected universities (now alumni status) regarding an updated Organizational & End-user Information Systems (OEIS) curriculum sponsored by the Organizational Systems Research Association now referred to as AIS-SIG OSRA.  The study included the following research objectives:  (1) to determine the perceived level of importance of the OEIS curriculum content in today’s global workforce and (2) to ascertain the information systems (IS) personnel viewpoints on the overall importance of the specific course objectives.  Survey findings revealed specific topics are of critical and/or considerable importance upon graduation from an end-user information systems-related program.  An understanding of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) including planning and implementation of end-user support systems in combination with troubleshooting skills were perceived to be noted essential components of an IT curriculum.  Moreover, an experiential learning/internship experience—similar to a clinical practicum--was deemed to be of critical importance for information technology (IT) professionals.  To further validate the model, it is recommended that universities in other regions of the United States survey their alumni to assess what specific IS & IT objectives and skill sets are currently needed, especially given the exponential demand for trained personnel in emerging areas of health information technology, enterprise systems, project management, virtualization,  and information assurance

Crizanlizumab for the Prevention of Pain Crises in Sickle Cell Disease

The up-regulation of P-selectin in endothelial cells and platelets contributes to the cell–cell interactions that are involved in the pathogenesis of vaso-occlusion and sickle cell–related pain crises. The safety and efficacy of crizanlizumab, an antibody against the adhesion molecule P-selectin, were evaluated in patients with sickle cell disease