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Developing clinical skill competency of undergraduate nursing students utilising a simulated psychomotor skill laboratory and model of self-directed learning : an evaluation research study : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy in Nursing at Massey University [PDF]

, 2003
Nursing education today emphasises higher-level thought processes than in the past. The requirement for Bachelor of Nursing students to also demonstrate competence in the core clinical skills is critical for safe professional practice.
Vernon, Rachael Anne
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MXene Aerogel Pressure Sensor Improved by Introducing Intermolecular Forces for Human Motion Detection and Voice Recognition

Advanced Electronic Materials, EarlyView.
This article focuses on enhancing the intermolecular interactions in MXene aerogels by incorporating reduced graphene oxide and polyaniline, which significantly improves the elasticity and electrical responsiveness of the aerogels. The resulting MRP aerogel sensor can be used for human motion detection and voice recognition, achieving high accuracy in ...
Anqi Zhou, Wenchang Yi, Yingjun Wu, Ziyi Wu, Yawei Fu, Tang Liu, Huimin Li, Naizheng Bian, Song Liu   +8 more
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Mother’s Views about Efficacy of Prenatal Educational Classes to Prepare for Normal Vaginal Delivery, Postpartum and Breastfeeding

Salāmat-i ijtimā̒ī, 2016
Background and Objective: Prenatal educations focusing on physical, emotional and mental preparation for delivery, health promotion and improving lifestyle behaviors in families during the reproductive years. In this education, parents achieve data about
ّSomayeh Bahrami, Mojtaba Raji, Nosrat Bahrami   +2 more
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Study of the bactericidal and bacteriostatic effects of olive oil, sesame oil and their synergism on Pseudomonas aeruginosa in vitro [PDF]

Advanced Herbal Medicine, 2017
Background and aims: Nosocomial infections are common problems in developing and developed countries. One of the pathogens that causes these infections is Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
reza heidari soureshjani, reza alipoor, Seyed_Saadat Gholami, Reza hashemi hafshejani, Arefeh kiyani, Yaghoob Madmoli, Abolfazl Gholipour   +6 more
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Simulation Genres and Student Uptake: The Patient Health Record in Clinical Nursing Simulations [PDF]

, 2017
Drawing on fieldwork, this article examines nursing students’ design and use of a patient health record during clinical simulations, where small teams of students provide nursing care for a robotic patient.
Campbell, Lillian
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Do Consumers Value Diversity in Agriculture? A Choice Experiment

Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Farm ownership in the US today is racially and ethnically homogeneous. Diverse farmers and ranchers make up less than 10% of all producers, they tend to be less financially stable and have tighter profit margins. In the past few years, both government and industry programs have aimed to increase the participation and profitability of diverse ...
Maria Kalaitzandonakes, Jared P. Hutchins, Gerald Mashange   +2 more
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Biodegradable Poly(butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate)/Poly(lactic) Acid Mulch Film with Soy Waste Filler for Improved Biodegradation and Plant Growth

Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research, EarlyView.
The study finds that mulch films made with poly(butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate)/poly(lactic acid) and 10% soy waste degrade faster than those without soy. Plants grown with the soy‐containing films are 49% taller, suggesting that the soy acts as a biostimulant.
Kerry Candlen, Caralyn Conrad, Pongkhun Prommart, Aidan Doherty, Aderlyn Castillo, Yanfen Li, Jo Ann Ratto, Robina Hogan, Wan‐Ting Chen   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

The relationship of perceived nurse manager competence with job satisfaction and turnover intention among clinical nurses: an analytical cross-sectional study

BMC Nursing
Background Nursing managers have the potential to significantly impact the outcomes of nurses, patients, and organizations. Their competencies for effective performance are crucial.
Alireza Mirzaei, Reza Imashi, Roghayeh Yaghoobi Saghezchi, Mohammad Javad Jafari, Reza Nemati-Vakilabad   +4 more
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The Dynamics of Power and Psychological Safety on Team Cohesion During Interprofessional Simulation-Based Education [PDF]

, 2017
Healthcare team functioning requires coordination and collaboration between multiple practitioners towards a common goal of delivering safe and quality patient care (Lemieux-Charles & McGuire, 2006).
Appelbaum, Nital
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International Comparison of Geriatric‐Associated Variables in Major Gastroenterological Surgery Between National Clinical Database and American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
Geriatric surgical risk factors and outcomes were compared between the US and Japanese databases. Geriatric‐associated preoperative variables and outcomes similarly increased with age. Mobility and functional domains differed between the two databases. ABSTRACT Backgrounds Incidence of malignant disease in older patients has been increasing.
Yasuhide Kofunato, Xane Peters, Arata Takahashi, Mark E. Cohen, Hiraku Kumamaru, Mitsukazu Gotoh, Yoshihiro Kakeji, Yasuyuki Seto, Yuko Kitagawa, Ken Shirabe, Hideki Ueno, Hiroaki Miyata, Clifford Y. Ko, Shigeru Marubashi   +13 more
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