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Utilizing Simulation Based Learning to teach Ethical Decision-Making during Crisis Standards of Care for Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Students
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Unveiling the Influence of Colonial Medicine in Algeria on Present-Day Islamophobia in France
No full textThis study investigates the historical relationship between French colonial medicine in Algeria and the emergence of Islamophobic laws and policies in contemporary France, examining how colonial medical practices in Algeria have contributed to present-day Islamophobia in France by shaping changing medical discourse and influencing discriminatory legislation targeting Muslim citizens. Employing a historical analysis, the research draws on primary sources such as colonial documents, medical journals, legislative records, and secondary sources from academic literature. Finding suggest that practices like vaccination campaigns during the colonial era reinforced the imposition of cultural superiority, perpetuating the marginalization of native Algerians and establishing a binary opposition between French and Muslim identities. Post-Algerian independence, this discourse persisted, notably through the emergence and implementation of Islamophobic laws in contemporary France. This thesis underscores the enduring impact of colonial legacies on contemporary discriminatory policies in France, challenging simplistic explanations focused solely on radical secularism or religious extremism. The examination of discriminatory laws within the context of medical colonialism in Algeria not only enhances understanding of Islamophobia\u27s origins in France but also provides insights into broader efforts to combat systemic discrimination
Seeds of Change: Nurturing Young Leaders for Food Justice through Nutrition Education, an initiative by Black Farmers Collective
No full textSeeds of Change: Nurturing Young Leaders for Food Justice through Nutrition Education is an initiative by the BIPOC farmers of the Black Farmers Collective aimed at empowering preschool children through tailored nutrition education. This program confronts systemic inequalities in food access by fostering future advocates for urban agriculture and food justice. Using a curriculum designed for preschoolers, the initiative features interactive materials on nutrition and urban farming. The hypothesis is that early education in nutrition and agriculture equips children to tackle food inequity. Implemented in three preschools with fifty students, methods included interactive sessions, hands-on planting, and guided farm visits, aimed at engaging children with the food system actively. Results indicated that participants significantly improved their understanding of the food system, evidenced by activities such as correct placement of food system placards. This suggests that early exposure to these topics can instill awareness and advocacy from a young age. The significance of this work lies in its potential to redefine educational approaches towards food justice in urban settings, particularly within marginalized communities. By starting education early, the initiative sets a foundation for lifelong advocacy and healthier living, promoting broader societal change. Future steps include refining the curriculum based on teacher feedback and tracking the long-term impact on students\u27 behaviors towards food justice.
Keywords: Food Justice, Black Farmers, Food Advocacy, Farm to Table, Nutrition Education, Preschool, BIPO
Development of Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationships for Photochemical Reactions Involving Triplet Sensitizers
No full textIn surface waters, natural organic matter (NOM) serves as a source for photochemically produced reactive intermediates (PPRIs), such as excited state triplet NOM (3NOM*), that have been shown to degrade various aquatic pollutants. Because NOM, and therefore 3NOM*, is a complex mixture of many molecules whose identity and distribution vary by location, it may be advantageous to use simple model synthetic organic molecules as proxy sensitizers to study the reactivity of excited state triplets with models of emerging contaminants. We studied the triplet reactivity of a range of model compounds that contain moieties common in many pollutants (phenols, anilines, indoles, and acetanilides) with varying one-electron oxidation potentials with various triplet sensitizers. The one-electron oxidation potentials of the substrates were determined computationally and photochemical reaction rates in sensitized solutions were determined in anoxic environments to limit the influence of oxygen-based PPRIs. Measured rate triplet rate constants were corrected for direct photolysis of the substrates. We aim to develop predictive quantitative structure-activity relationships (QSARs) for the triplet reactivity of these substrates and others in their compound classes that relate triplet reactivity (relative to the common triplet probe molecule 2,4,6-trimethylphenol) to computable one-electron oxidation potentials. A further goal is to examine QSARs to see (i) if any simple synthetic sensitizers serve as better proxies of 3NOM*, (ii) if insights can be made regarding triplet energies and one-electron reduction potentials of 3NOM*, and (iii) how the 3NOM* from different sources compare.
Keywords: Environmental chemistr
Cura Personalis: A Moral Obligation for Contemporary Secular Medicine to Collaborate with Latine and Indigenous Healthcare Wisdom Sources
Get PDFThis research addresses the ethical need for collaboration between conventional medicine, sometimes referred to as contemporary secular medicine, and Latine complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). It emphasizes the significance of acknowledging Indigenous medical perspectives as a matter of justice for marginalized communities. This work seeks to both argue for ethical duties of conventional medicine and offer potential solutions for bridging the gap between conventional medicine and Latine CAM, emphasizing the historical roots of the divide and its contemporary implications. The research points towards the crucial role of collaboration to enhance healthcare and address disparities within Latine communities. The study draws upon historical contexts and contemporary perspectives, using qualitative and ethical analyses to explore concerns about CAM from the viewpoints of both conventional medicine practitioners and CAM practitioners themselves. It also outlines a practical approach to fostering collaboration, encouraging open communication and mutual respect. The conclusions drawn by the research emphasize ethical obligations and opportunities for better healthcare in Latine communities. This paper underscores the value of CAM as a culturally sensitive and financially accessible healthcare option, in addition to the potential benefits of mutual collaboration. This work adds to the body of knowledge about medical ethics by highlighting the importance of respecting autonomy, justice, and cultural context in healthcare, promoting a more holistic and equitable approach to medicine in these communities
A Health Needs Assessment of an Unhoused Population to Influence Policies and Procedures within an RN-Run Clinic
Get PDFUnstable housing is a well-documented and significant risk factor for poor health outcomes. Unhoused persons have higher rates of morbidity and mortality when compared to the general population (Onapa et. al, 2021). This DNP project aims to improve understanding of, and quality of care delivered to this vulnerable population through a health needs assessment of unhoused men and using the results to influence policies and procedures of a new RN-run health clinic within a homeless shelter. The needs assessment followed a cross-sectional survey design, residents were interviewed about their unique health needs. The responses were individually reviewed and coded to identify motifs and patterns. Most respondents reported at least one chronic health care concern, the most prevalent being mental health diagnoses. Additionally, most participants reported at least one significant barrier to receiving healthcare. The most common barrier to accessing care was a lack of transportation, followed by health insurance issues and cost. The results of this project highlight several opportunities to improve the health of this community. By establishing trusting relationships with this marginalized population, providers can assist in connecting them with resources to improve access to care and engaging in education about overall health promotion and disease prevention