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Search Methods for Comparative Analysis of The Recurrence Rates in Dupuytren's Contracture: Percutaneous vs. Surgical Management: a systematic reviewTo identify studies to include or consider for this systematic review, the review team worked with a librarian (SB) to develop detailed search strategies for each database. The PRISMA-S extension was followed for search reporting. The librarian (SB) developed the search for PubMed and translated the search for every database searched. The PubMed search strategy was reviewed by the research team to check for accuracy and term relevancy. All final searches were peer-reviewed by another librarian (Jacob Brintzenhoff, MLIS) following the Peer Review of Electronic Search Strategies (PRESS checklist). The search included no major limits or date restrictions. The databases included in this search are [list of databases: PubMed (NLM), Embase (Elsevier), Cochrane Central (Wiley), Web of Science Core Collection (Clarivate), Science Direct (Elsevier), and CINAHL (Ebscohost) using a combination of keywords and subject headings. A grey literature search included ClinicalTrials.gov (www.clinicaltrials.gov) and TRIP medical database(tripdatabase.com). All final searches were performed on November 26, 2024 by the librarian and were fully reported on November 26, 2024. The full search strategies as reported by the librarian are provided in Appendix(___). They are also archived at [DOI]. A summary of the search results: PubMed (NLM) from 1809 to 11/26/2024 (2,504 Results) Embase (Elsevier) from 1974 to 11/26/2024 (506 Results) Cochrane Central (Wiley) from inception to 11/26/2024 (100 Results) Web of Science Core Collection (Clarivate Analytics) from 1900 to 11/26/2024 (387 Results) Science Direct (Elsevier) from inception to 11/26/2024 (813) CINAHL (EbscoHost) from 1976 to 11/26/2024 (140 Results) ClinicalTrials.Gov (via www.clinicaltrials.gov) from inception to 11/26/2024 (50 studies) TRIP Pro from 1867 to 11/26/2024 (672 results) The search resulted in 5,172 results. 1,559 duplicate studies were found and omitted by the librarian [SB] using EndNote 20 and following the following the Wichor method. This resulted in 3,613 records to screen from databases and websites. Studies were screened by title and abstract by two blinded and independent reviewers. If a tiebreaker was needed, a third reviewer was called in. This process was repeated for full text article screening and article selection.
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Inclusive Collecting, Inclusive Cataloging Acquiring and Describing Award-winning Books Honoring Diverse ExperiencesWhile libraries have always had a mission of collecting materials to serve their users, in the last few decades this mission has been more explicitly focused on the diverse identities represented within the collection. As purchasing has shifted toward more automated models, such as e-book packages and demand-driven acquisitions, there is a need to supplement these strategies with deliberate selection of works that will bring the collection closer to being inclusive. This article describes a joint project of Temple University Libraries’ Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) committee and Metadata and Digitization Services (MADS) department. The intent of this project was to make both the OPAC and the collection more useful, welcoming, and inclusive. The project has two main components: purchasing winners and finalists of awards representing diverse populations and then enhancing records to ensure that these works are cataloged in a way that accurately highlights those identities. Winners of selected awards are labeled as a distinct collection in the catalog. In the first year of the project, the collection included 290 titles, of which 45 percent were already part of the main library’s circulating print collection. Temple University Libraries has marketed the collection using signage and social media posts.
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Counting Constellations, Not the Whole Sky: Diversity Assessment at a Large University LibraryAssessing collections for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is an important way to outline gaps and track progress towards a more inclusive collection. As DEI assessment methods are developed and refined, librarians have asked what methods are appropriate and feasible at large libraries. This presentation describes how one university’s DEI in Collections subcommittee shepherded three narrowly focused assessments, conducted by a cohort of volunteer subject specialists. Two aspects of this project are distinctive: the combination of multiple small projects, and the way the cohort approach leveraged the expertise of the Collection Analysis Librarian to build assessment skills within the organization. Each subject specialist selected an area of assessment and a method. Designed with guidance from the committee and each other, the projects investigated the libraries’ collection of books on World War II, books related to indigenous people of North America, and texts related to social work with Asian people. The presentation describes ways the committee supported and educated the volunteers, including a handout introducing assessment methods for diversity, equity, and inclusion. It will also share some results, with a brief explanation of how the group interpreted the findings and might use them in the future.
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Supplemental Figure S1. Expression of six neurotrophic factors-related genes in dog bladdersNeurotrophic factors and reactive oxygen species (ROS) modulate neuronal plasticity. In an established model of lower motor neuron-lesioned bladder, somatic nerve transfer was used as a nerve reinnervation strategy. Levels of neurotrophic factors, ROS, and related markers, were evaluated in three groups of adult female dogs: 1) Decentralized, after bilateral transection of coccygeal and sacral spinal roots, dorsal roots of lumbar 7, and hypogastric nerves, then 6–21-mo recovery; 2) Reinnervated (ObNT-Reinn), after similar decentralization for 12 mo, then bilateral transfer of obturator to bladder vesical nerves, then 8–12-mo recovery; and 3) Controls. Detrusor mucosa and smooth muscle tissues were dissected, homogenized, and biochemically assayed. Protein levels of BDNF were higher in ObNT-Reinn mucosa, compared to other groups, as were ROS levels. Protein levels of BDNF were also higher in ObNT-Reinn bladder mucosa versus muscle layers. In contrast, protein levels of NT-3 and ARTN were lower in ObNT-Reinn and Decentralized mucosa, and protein levels of GDNF were lower in Decentralized mucosa, each compared to Controls, perhaps due to the prolonged decentralization. Protein levels of TNF-α were lower in Decentralized mucosa compared to the other groups. The muscle layer of each group showed similar protein levels of each neurotrophin, although ROS was lower in ObNT-Reinn muscle, compared to Control muscle. These results show variability in neutrotrophic factors, ROS and TNF-α, based on decentralization or reinnervation status, and elevation of only BDNF in the mucosa of ObNT-Reinn bladder perhaps due to somatic nerve ingrowth.
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Leveraging Technology for Safety, Communication, and Staff Engagement in the New NormalThe focus of this project is to introduce the use of the Microsoft Teams platform to Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) staff as a secure, hospital-sponsored method of social media communication and education in order for staff to stay connected with thier colleagues.
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Implementation of Hourly Rounding in the Emergency Department to Decrease FallsThe purpose of the quality improvement initiative is to decrease falls within the ED by the implementation of consistent hourly rounding to assses patients' nedd for the "4-Ps" (Pain, Potty, Possession and Positioning).
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Standardized Patient Simulation to Foster Cultural Awareness Among Undergraduate Nursing Students: A Pilot StudyThe purpose of this quality improvement project is to examine the effect of a standardized patient(SP) simulation on transcultural self-efficacy in undergraduate nursing students.
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Assessing Adherence to Enhanced Early Warning Score Assessment on the Transplant UnitThis project aims to optimize the use of RESUE through integration into the nurse's eletronic health record (EHR) and report sheets and implementing a six-hour reassessment with a beside huddle for critical scores.
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Implementation of an ED Flow Team to Reduce Patients Leaving Without TreatmentThe purpose of this quality improvement project is to determine if an interdisciplinary , collaborative ED flow team would decrease the number of patients seeking emergency care from leaving the ED by reducing ED boarding times.
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Decreasing Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries by Implementing Four-Eyes Assessment on a Step-Down UnitThis quality improvement initiative focuses on implementing the Four-Eyes Assessment . This evidence-based process enhances current assessment practices, resulting in better identification of present on admission wounds (POAs) before these convert to hospital-acquired pressure injuries(HAPIs).
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The Covid 19 Pandemic and Alcohol Consumption in Adults 18+ Years Old: What Can We Learn for Future Pandemics?The purpose of this quality improvement project is to review the influence of COVID 19 on rates of binge drinking.
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Implementing Nursing Teach Back for Medication Side Effects to Improve Patient SafetyThe purpose of this quality improvement project is to implement the Always Use Teachback! Toolkit to enhance patient safety by increasing the use of teach-back during patient medication education.
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Increasing Uptake of Cervical Cancer Screening Through Text MessagingThe purpose of this quality improvement project is to improve rates of CCS among clinic patients through text message invitations to schedule an appointment or to obtain a referral.
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Reducing Catheter Insertion Attempts: Implementation of a Difficult Intravenous Access Screening ToolThe purpose of this quality improvement project is to implement the Modified Difficult Intravenous Access Scale for Patients (A-DIVA) screening tool in the CSICU.
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Increasing Referral Rates to the Diabetic Educator at Time of Diabetes DiagnosisThe purpose of this quality improvement project is to use an implementation bundle, including a written protocol, referral order panel , audit and feedback to support the ADA guidelines at the clinic .
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Improving First Case Start Times in International RadiologyThe purpose of this quality improvement project is to improve first case start times to an 80% successful start time at 0800.
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Improved Adherence to Follow-Up Care in the Trauma PatientThe purpose of this Doctor of Nursing Practice (dnp) quality improvwment project is to inplement a structured discharge process for home discharge that includes scheduling appointments, educating on follow-up appointments, post discharge phone calls,and monitoring of patients who miss their appointments inorder to improve adherence to follow-upcare in the trauma population.
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Implementation Adherence of Malnutrition Screening on Head and Neck Oncology PatientsThis quality improvement project aims to promote avoidance or early detection of malnutrition among patients with head and neck cancer undergoing radiotherapy alone by implementing a nutritional assessment toll, the Patient -Generated Subjective Global Assessment, into dailyclinic workflow.
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Admission Nurse Impact on Patient Throughput for Emergency Department AdmissionsThe purpose of this quality improvement project is to decrease the time from decision to admit to depart through the addition of an "Admission Nurse."
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Assessing Adherence to the Apfel Scale in Preventing Postoperative Nausea and VomitingThe purpose of this quality improvement project is to integrate the Apfel scale into the Electronic Health Record (EHR), assess adherence to screening patients for PONV risk using the Apfel scale, administer antiemetics based on the Apfel score, and reduce the incidence of PONV.
