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Achieving New Heights by Expanding Your Vision

Achieving New Heights by Expanding Your Vision

Case Study on Ludotherapy and Aromatherapy in Support of Treatment in Psychiatric Patients

The present research was carried out at the Samuel Ramírez Moreno psychiatric hospital, which aimed to describe the importance of recreational activities and aromatherapy for the treatment of psychiatric patients, the longitudinal qualitative study method a qualitative longitudinal cut study, involving 75% of patients with mental health. It is important to improve the quality of life of the patient, the activities aimed at stimulating their functionability, as well as to reduce the violence and stress that users constantly present during their hospital stay. The results showed that the recreational activities and aromatherapy produce cognitive stimulation, which is a set of pathways, forms, methods, and techniques that are effective in the functioning of capacities such as memory, language, and reasoning these functions are important to maintain intellectual skills in order to restore autonomy to the user. Its main benefits are physical and physiological: Expanding your body expression, stimulating concentration and mental agility, improving balance, increasing blood circulation This helps to release serotonin and endorphins. Recreational activities and aromatherapy are of utmost importance in the elderly, mainly in users with mental disorders so games are learning tools and cognitive activity as they stimulate the mind by forcing it to think and activate different skills in their daily life. Aromatherapy improves mood for relaxation, in situations of stress or anxiety has a soothing effect that facilitates relaxation and mental peace because essential oils can serve the balance between the right and left hemispheres.

494 Walk the Talk – Teaching Is Still Teaching – Just Expanding Your Tool Box

Beef Cattle Production & Management (ANSC 406) is a Texas A&M University “Communications” course and an elective in the undergraduate Animal Science curriculum. This course (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab) is taught in Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. The author has taught this (or equivalent) course since 1995, and various teaching technologies have incrementally crept into the course. Prior to COVID-19 restrictions, the class was taught traditionally through in-person lecture and lab meetings, with in-class, closed-note exams, and supported with online resources. Students are assigned to groups of 4 or 5 for semester-long work on a ranch management project with peer review comprising 20% of the grade. This report summarizes student exam grades and ranch project peer evaluations through semesters Fall 2019 to Fall 2020 where the class format was (1) traditional face-to-face (TF2F), (2) initially TF2F then switched abruptly to 100% remote/online, (3) 100% remote/online for the entire semester, and (4) a blended/hybrid format, respectively. Semester-to-semester exam grades and group member peer evaluations were compared through mixed model analyses of variance. There were no differences in exam grades (P > 0.10) across these semesters with the exception of Exam 3 that deviated 3.7% (P = 0.020) from lowest to highest mean scores. Relative exam grade variability (based on CV and range) remained almost constant from closed-book to open-note format. Remote vs. F2F status did not influence (P > 0.05) group peer evaluation scores regarding Q1: “Overall level of participation” or Q4: “Willingness to work for success of your group” when group number or student were included in statistical models. Model R-square values for Q1/Q4 increased from 0.037/0.050 to 0.161/0.171, and 0.424/0.457 when group, and student were added, respectively. Individual student perceptions and experiences appear to be major drivers of learning outcomes no matter the course delivery style.

Celebrating Women in Paleobotany: A Tribute to Edith L. Taylor—Introduction and Dedication

Celebrating Women in Paleobotany: A Tribute to Edith L. Taylor—Introduction and Dedication

27 Expanding Your Operational Toolkit: Using Computer Simulation to Improve Flow

Emergency department (ED) crowding has become a crisis for the U.S. health care system. Crowding often manifests as long waiting times for individual patients, extended overall length of stay (LOS), and high left-without-being seen (LWBS) rates. Hospitals and health care systems must invest in management strategies to address ED overcrowding and inpatient boarding. Computer simulation may be a cost-effective, efficient means to proactively identify and manage bottlenecks in patient care and excessive wait times or prolonged LOS. Simulation models are a novel tool to enhance prospective operational planning. We aimed to develop and validate a simulation model to estimate LOS in our ED. We then aimed to evaluate whether the simulation model could be used for operational planning by examining whether it could accurately predict the impact of planned operational changes. A high-fidelity, highly granular discrete event simulation (DES) model of patient flow through our ED was created in MedModel, a health care modeling operations software from the ProModel Corporation (Allentown, PA) that relies on queuing theory. This in silico model includes the entire ED, allowing visualization and analysis of multiple stages/queues during the patient flow through the ED. The model was developed using time stamps abstracted from the electronic health record (EHR): bed placement, RN assessment, MD assessment, and turnaround times (TOTs) for laboratory or imaging studies. Initial validation was performed by comparing system output LOS times to actual LOS values. The model was considered to be a valid predictor of LOS if simulated estimates were within a 5% margin of the actual LOS. After initial validation, the simulation was asked to model the impact of a dedicated inpatient holding unit. In the real world, a 15-bed ED pod was converted into a holding unit for admitted patients boarding in the ED awaiting inpatient bed assignment. LOS metrics were compared between simulation projections and actual data after implementation of this change. In this case, the model was considered valid if simulated estimates were within a 5% margin of the actual LOS and in the same direction of action. Initial validation of our simulation model confirmed that the model would predict LOS within 5% of real-world metrics. Simulated LOS was accurate, predicting LOS that was within 4.1% of actual LOS for all patients, and 0.8% of LOS for admitted patients. The simulation model also accurately predicted direction of impact on LOS for admitted patients following implementation of a 15-bed inpatient holding unit in the ED (Table 1). A DES simulation model is a valid tool to estimate LOS in the ED and can predict LOS following operational interventions (eg, implementation of an inpatient holding unit). Future work should test whether or not use of DES as an adjunct to standard decisionmaking improves operational metrics.Table 1Simulation model performance evaluating creation of inpatient holding unit.SimulationActual% DifferenceAdmit LOS, pre-implementation721 min726.4 min0.7%Admit LOS, post-implementation704 min715.8 min1.6% Open table in a new tab

The Function First Story

The Function First Story

Expanding Your Leadership: A Journey Towards Building Character

Book Review| January 01 2017 Expanding Your Leadership: A Journey Towards Building Character Expanding Your Leadership: A Journey Towards Building Character, by Dvergsdal, Dagrun. Oslo: Abstrat forlag AS, 2014 Nancy Hardaway Nancy Hardaway Nancy@Listening2Leaders.com Search for other works by this author on: This Site Google Gestalt Review (2017) 21 (2): 175–178. https://doi.org/10.5325/gestaltreview.21.2.0175 Cite Icon Cite Share Icon Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn MailTo Permissions Search Site Citation Nancy Hardaway; Expanding Your Leadership: A Journey Towards Building Character. Gestalt Review 1 January 2017; 21 (2): 175–178. doi: https://doi.org/10.5325/gestaltreview.21.2.0175 Download citation file: Zotero Reference Manager EasyBib Bookends Mendeley Papers EndNote RefWorks BibTex toolbar search Search Dropdown Menu toolbar search search input Search input auto suggest filter your search All Scholarly Publishing CollectivePenn State University PressGestalt Review Search Advanced Search The text of this article is only available as a PDF. Copyright © 2017 by The Pennsylvania State University. All rights reserved.2017The Pennsylvania State University Article PDF first page preview Close Modal Issue Section: Reviews You do not currently have access to this content.

Keep Expanding Your Research Knowledge

The Major Gifts ReportVolume 17, Issue 10 p. 7-7 Prospect Primer Keep Expanding Your Research Knowledge First published: 09 September 2015 https://doi.org/10.1002/mgr.30244Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat No abstract is available for this article. Volume17, Issue10October 2015Pages 7-7 RelatedInformation

‘Expanding your mind’: the process of constructing gender-equitable masculinities in young Nicaraguan men participating in reproductive health or gender training programs

Background: Traditional forms of masculinity strongly influence men's and women's wellbeing.Objective: This study has two aims: (i) to explore notions of various forms of masculinities in young Nicaraguan men participating in programs addressing sexual health, reproductive health, and/or gender equality and (ii) to find out how these young men perceive their involvement in actions aimed at reducing violence against women (VAW).Design: A qualitative grounded theory study. Data were collected through six focus groups and two in-depth interviews with altogether 62 young men.Results: Our analysis showed that the informants experienced a process of change, labeled ‘Expanding your mind’, in which we identified four interrelated subcategories: The apprentice, The responsible/respectful man, The proactive peer educator, and ‘The feminist man’. The process showed how an increased awareness of gender inequities facilitated the emergence of values (respect and responsibility) and behavior (thoughtful action) that contributed to increase the informant's critical thinking and agency at individual, social, and political levels. The process was influenced by individual and external factors.Conclusions: Multiple progressive masculinities can emerge from programs challenging patriarchy in this Latin American setting. The masculinities identified in this study show a range of attitudes and behaviors; however, all lean toward more equitable gender relations. The results suggest that learning about sexual and reproductive health does not directly imply developing more gender-equitable attitudes and behaviors or a greater willingness to prevent VAW. It is paramount that interventions to challenge machismo in this setting continue and are expanded to reach more young men.

Nonpharmacological Approaches to Pain, Anxiety, and Dyspnea: Expanding Your Bedside Toolbox (328)

1.Summarize the strength of evidence for effectiveness of hypnosis, cognitive-behavior therapy, and meditation in managing three palliative care symptoms.2.Practice and demonstrate two non-pharmacological approaches to alleviation of anxiety, pain, and dyspnea.3.Discuss how to gain confidence to teach two non-pharmacological techniques to other members of their interdisciplinary team. Many palliative care patients experience severe symptoms including pain, anxiety, and dyspnea. Palliative care clinicians are well trained in using pharmacological methods in alleviating these symptoms, but evidence-based training in non-pharmacological methods is less available. Strong evidence exists for the effectiveness of hypnosis, cognitive-behavior therapy, and meditation in managing distress, but hospice and palliative care clinicians often feel unequipped to use these tools. During this session, participants will identify the parameters for matching non-pharmacological techniques to patient symptoms based on current evidence and practice. A palliative care physician, psychiatrist, and public health professional will demonstrate utilization of hypnosis, cognitive-behavior therapy, and meditation for symptoms of pain, anxiety, and dyspnea. Participants will work in small groups to develop these skills and gain confidence in using them to ease patient suffering in their own settings. Participants will also learn how to effectively teach these techniques to other members of their interdisciplinary team.

A Hammer, a Nail, and YouTube: Expanding Your Instructional Technology Toolbox

A Hammer, a Nail, and YouTube: Expanding Your Instructional Technology Toolbox

Rural Cooperatives Magazine

Features- Ownership succession crucial for rural america; Groomed for success; Expanding your customer base; Climbing the hill; Agriculture of the Middle: Opportunity for co-ops; Tomato co-ops help craft better food safety standards; Sailing turbulent seas; Co-op ideas can help education

Dubai & Co.: global strategies for doing business in the Gulf states

Why Dubai? It's been called the fastest-growing city on earth-a hub for the Gulf region experiencing unprecedented growth in energy, financial services, consumer goods, hospitality, retail, real estate, technology, shipping, and countless other industries. According to global strategist and advisor to Fortune 500 companies Aamir A. Rehman, no truly global firm can afford to ignore the booming Gulf region. The key, however, is to approach the region with savvy strategies for managing risks and drawbacks, while crafting business models designed for this unique market. Welcome to Dubai & Co. This up-close, in-depth guide will help you to: Deepen your understanding of a region of critical importance to global business Change your perceptions about the Gulf states and the broader Middle East Create corporate strategies that fit your firm and the region Expand your international business to make it faster, bigger, and better Access Gulf capital more effectively, enabling expansion and generating both local and global profits This essential hands-on book will show you how to successfully navigate the region's most attractive markets: the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman. You'll learn the key characteristics of each country-historical, demographic, political, economic, and regulatory-in order to adapt your business to each unique environment. You'll hear stories of major companies that paved the way for your success. Whether you're already doing business in the Middle East or just thinking about expanding your company into new markets, Dubai & Co. is the perfect guide to one of the greatest growth opportunities in the world.

EXPANDING GIRLS' HORIZONS: STRENGTHENING PERSISTENCE IN THE EARLY MATH AND SCIENCE EDUCATION PIPELINE

Little longitudinal or follow-up data is available on the impact of Expanding Your Horizons (EYH) conferences. The purpose of the conferences is to encourage girls to take more math and science in high school by exposing them to hands-on activities and role models in math and science professions. This paper is based on 2005 and 2006 one-to-one and small-group interview data from 22 high school girls who attended an EYH conference during their middle school years. The data suggests that EYH strengthens girls' persistence in math and science pathways. Most girls came to the conferences already interested in math and science and at the urging of parents or teachers. Most felt empowered through the shared experience with hundreds of other girls and women, and relayed detailed and enthusiastic descriptions of hands-on activities. Many of the girls also drew connections between EYH and their course-taking actions and career goals. This paper highlights examples of these experiences and makes recommendations for future math and science early pipeline diversity work.

Arcane Facts and New Words: Expanding Your Creative Talent

In response to constructive e-fan mail lamenting his occasional use of big words, columnist Phil Emma takes us on a sesquipedalian jaunt through the realm of the intellectually curious--from the Blue Note jazz club, to a chat with dizygotic Abkhaz twins at Vabj, in Bhuj, to a formal description of the Three Stooges in Backus-Naur form.

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Nonprofit Communications ReportVolume 3, Issue 9 p. 1-10 Table of Contents First published: 04 March 2014 https://doi.org/10.1002/npcr.10013Read the full textAbout ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat Abstract Avoid Getting ‘Trumped’ By a Smaller Story Proactive News Management Should You Use a Press Release Boilerplate? Make Time for Fresh Leads Rewrite, Don't Retread Annual News Releases Help Your Employees Overcome ‘Media Suspicion’ New Information Source Offers Access to Statistics Sending News Releases How FAX and E-mail Differ Striving for ‘letter-perfection’ Think That Publication Is ‘Good to Go?’ Think Again Documenting Media Coverage Promote Positive News About Your Nonprofit to Leadership Expanding Your Reach National Advertising Pays Off for Colorado Nonprofit Tips for Placing National Prime-time TV Ads Draw Constituents Close Working With TV? Think ‘B-roll’ Lapel Pins Build Awareness Make Radio Interviews Sing Managing Members Essential Elements of A Membership Application Sampling of Member Applications Experts Share Their Opinions Which to Use: ‘Dear Mr. Smith’ or ‘Dear John’? An Expert's Advice Keep Crisis Communications Plan Simple Story Identification Idea Media Terminology Website Marketing 101 When Calling a Meeting.… Keep News Conference Seating a Premium Offer Opt-In E-mail Alerts Communication Strategies Web E-mail Forms Assist in Customer Contact Web-savvy Techniques Web Log Shares Up-to-date Information With Constituents Sharing the Spotlight News Conference Launches Multi-organization Program Provide Mix of News Stories Websites of Interest Get Extra Mail ‘Oomph’ Consultant Profile Sharing Your Message Get the Biggest ‘Bang’ for Your Video Production Buck Volume3, Issue9September 2005Pages 1-10 RelatedInformation

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Abstract Do You Know the Answers? Gift Acceptance Policy Issues What to Know About Accepting Property With a Mortgage Carefully Review Loan Documents Prioritizing Job, Career Priorities Imagine How You Would Like to be Remembered Be Open About Your Cause Policies Related to Endowment Should a Campaign Goal Ever Be Adjusted Downward? Last‐ditch Efforts to Meet Goal Honing Your Solicitation Skills Three Critical Listening Rules Enlisting Leadership Recipe for Recruiting the Ideal Board Chair Prospect Identification Measures Invite and Engage Your Constituency in Identifying Wealth Many Naming Opportunities Result in Many Gifts Managing Large Numbers of Volunteers Peer Expectations Help Secure $120,000 From 100 Fellows Fellows Serve as Ambassadors, Too Indicators Suggest Timing Of Referral Inquiries Template for Transforming Your Board Can Your Board Fund a Third of Your Campaign Goal? Building Named Family Endowment Funds Simple Brochure Aids In Approaching Family Members How To Gain Access to ‘Closed’ Foundations Planned Gifts Expert Assists Other Development Staff Garnering Foundation Support ‘Pleasant Persistence’ Pays Off For Foundation Expanding Your Pool of Campaign Prospects Don't Overlook Those Who Previously Said ‘No’ Seeking Major Gifts In Spite of Budget Constraints Make Use of Your Institution's ‘Institution’ Give Everyone Input Into Strategic Planning Consultant Profile Bottom‐line Questions for Major Gift Officer Candidates Real Property as Charitable Gifts Encourage Donors to Give Their Residence, Then Retain Use Small Nonprofits Seeking Endowment Support Compare Your Agency to the Competition

ONE-ON-ONE: The Youth Fitness Market: Expanding Your Services

ONE-ON-ONE: The Youth Fitness Market: Expanding Your Services

So You're Expanding Your School!

The surest way to get many ideas on school planning is to involve those who use classrooms—children, teachers, principals and other personnel. This was done in East Orange, New Jersey, when the Stockton School built a new addition.