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Evaluation of a bereavement training programme for volunteers at a Community Centre
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Faculty of HumanitiesThe present study investigates a bereavement training programme with a group
of volunteer lay counsellors. In South Africa, the number of orphans resulting
from an increase in parental deaths from natural causes, such as AIDS and nonnatural
causes, for example violence, is increasing rapidly. The increasing
number of bereaved children is creating a demand for professional support
services that cannot be met by the present number of trained professionals. To
address this imbalance, the training of lay counsellors is proposed. It is thus
relevant to train those who are willing to help with the necessary knowledge and
skills in a bereavement training programme.
The present study involves ten volunteers from a Community Centre. Qualitative
research methods are employed to analyse the data that is gained from the preand
post-training responses to the interviews and Case Examples. Content
analysis is used to elucidate the themes that emerge from the collected data. The
results of the present study indicate that perceptual and developmental changes
have occurred within the volunteers following the training programme, however, it
is evident that further training is necessary because of the limited ability that the
volunteers demonstrate in practically transferring the knowledge to new cases. In
terms of this finding it is clear that factors such as language, age, educational
level and personal experiences of death are important criteria to consider in the
selection of volunteers for a bereavement training programme. Furthermore,
traditional African perspectives of death, cultural differences and HIV/AIDS
awareness need to be incorporated into future bereavement training
programmes. In terms of the outcomes of the study, a positive outcome is the
revision of the Bereavement Programme for children, taking cognisance of
cultural sensitiveness, to make it more applicable within the local context. The
results of the study also highlight the limitations and implications of the present
research, which are discussed and recommendations for future research are
made
SAFE-ICE: research, innovation and business support for a low-carbon economy
The SAFE-ICE Cluster unites 20 partners from the coastal regions adjoining the Channel and the North Sea, of France, England, Belgium and the Netherlands. The mix of partners highlights the groupâs triple helix approach to exploring key issues from multiple perspectives with universities, public bodies and private organisations all being represented. The SAFE-ICE Cluster work is set within a backdrop of various European policies and strategies and an evolving market
Pyrokinin/PBAN-like peptides in the central nervous system of mosquitoes
The pyrokinin/pheromone biosynthesis activating neuropeptide (PBAN) family of peptides is characterized by a common C-terminal pentapeptide, FXPRLamide, which is required for diverse physiological functions in various insects. Polyclonal antisera against the C-terminus was utilized to determine the location of cell bodies and axons in the central nervous systems of larval and adult mosquitoes. Immunoreactive material was detected in three groups of neurons in the subesophageal ganglion of larvae and adults. The corpora cardiaca of both larvae and adults contained immunoreactivity indicating potential release into circulation. The adult and larval brains had at least one pair of immunoreactive neurons in the protocerebrum with the adult brain having additional immunoreactive neurons in the dorsal medial part of the protocerebrum. The ventral ganglia of both larvae and adults each contained one pair of neurons that sent their axons to a perisympathetic organ associated with each abdominal ganglion. These results indicate that the mosquito nervous system contains pyrokinin/PBAN-like peptides and that these peptides could be released into the hemolymph. The peptides in insects and mosquitoes are produced by two genes, capa and pk/pban. Utilizing PCR protocols, we demonstrate that products of the capa gene could be produced in the abdominal ventral ganglia and the products of the pk/pban gene could be produced in the subesophageal ganglion. Two receptors for pyrokinin peptides were differentially localized to various tissues
Diagnostic Medical Errors: Patient\u27s Perspectives on a Pervasive Problem
Introduction. The Institute of Medicine defines diagnostic error as the failure to establish an accurate or timely explanation for the patient\u27s health problem(s), or effectively communicate the explanation to the patient. To our knowledge, no studies exist characterizing diagnostic error from patient perspectives using this definition.
Objective. We sought to characterize diagnostic errors experienced by patients and describe patient perspectives on causes, impacts, and prevention strategies.
Methods. We screened 77 adult inpatients at University of Vermont Medical Center and conducted 27 structured interviews with patients who experienced diagnostic error in the past five years. We performed qualitative analysis using Grounded Theory.
Results. In the past five years, 39% of interviewed patients experienced diagnostic error. The errors mapped to the following categories: accuracy (30%), communication (34%) and timeliness (36%). Poor communication (13 responses) and inadequate time with doctors (7) were the most identified causes of errors. Impacts of errors included emotional distress (17 responses), adverse health outcomes (7) and impaired activities of daily living (6). Patients suggested improved communication (11 responses), clinical management (7) and access to doctors (5) as prevention strategies. For communication, patients rated talk to your doctor highest (mean 8.4, on 1-10 Likert scale) and text message lowest (4.8).
Conclusions/Recommendations. Diagnostic errors are common and have dramatic impact on patients\u27 well-being. We suggest routine surveillance to identify errors, support for patients who have experienced errors, and implementation of patient and provider checklists to enhance communication. Future studies should investigate strategies to allow care providers adequate time with patients.https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/comphp_gallery/1246/thumbnail.jp
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Happiness Index Methodology
The Happiness Index is a comprehensive survey instrument that assesses happiness, well-being, and aspects of sustainability and resilience. The Happiness Alliance developed the Happiness Index to provide a survey instrument to community organizers, researchers, and others seeking to use a subjective well-being index and data. It is the only instrument of its kind freely available worldwide and translated into over ten languages. This instrument can be used to measure satisfaction with life and the conditions of life. It can also be used to define income inequality, trust in government, sense of community and other aspects of well-being within specific demographics of a population. This manuscript documents the development the Happiness Index between 2011 and 2015, and includes suggestions for implementation
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De SAFE-ICE -cluster verenigt 20 partners uit Frankrijk, BelgiĂ«, het Verenigd Koninkrijk en Nederland die actief zijn in de kustregioâs langs het Kanaal en de Noordzee. Deze mix van partners is een afspiegeling van de drievoudige helix-benadering die SAFE-ICE hanteert om de hoofdthemaâs te onderzoeken vanuit het perspectief van de universiteiten, openbare instellingen en privĂ©-organisaties die allen vertegenwoordigd zijn in de cluster. Het werk van SAFE-ICE situeert zich in de context van verschillende Europese beleidsplannen en â strategieĂ«n en een evoluerende marktomgeving
Ability of Dental Students to Deliver Oxygen in a Medical Emergency
This study was conducted to evaluate the ability of dental students to administer emergency oxygen to a patient during a simulated emergency. Forty thirdâyear (D3) and fourthâyear (D4) dental students were recruited and asked to demonstrate their ability in managing a simulated angina attack. Students were tested on their knowledge related to emergency medical protocols, the time taken to obtain oxygen, and operation of the oxygen equipment. Of the subjects tested, 68 percent independently identified the need for oxygen and the correct location of the equipment in the dental school. Only 15 percent of the students completed the experiment within a predetermined optimal time frame, and 50 percent of all students did not successfully operate the tank regulator to administer oxygen correctly. Although most participants in the study were able to verbalize the proper protocol for managing medical emergencies, the chairside execution in this situation demonstrates room for improvement. Incorporation of periodic simulation exercises, in addition to classroom education, is likely to improve the ability of dental students to manage medical emergencies.Peer Reviewedhttps://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/153567/1/jddj002203372009734tb04721x.pd
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