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La barrera lingüística del sistema de salud para los hispanohablantes en EEUU
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El sistema de salud es lo suficiente difícil para los pacientes que hablan el idioma. Con el seguro médico, los valores conflictivos de los pacientes y los médicos, la pérdida de control, estar en el hospital es un desafío. Ahora imagine que si no pueda entender el idioma del hospital. Para la gente que no entiende inglés hay dos barreras lingüísticas: el idioma y lenguaje médico. La barrera del idioma causa mucho daño, a corto como a largo plazo, a estos pacientes que no pueden entender. Hispanos que no hablan inglés reciben menos calidad de cuidado.
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This presentation examines the effects of the language barrier that Hispanic patients face in the United States. This linguistic barrier has manifested into professional malpractice by healthcare workers, poor health outcomes after hospital discharge, and distrust in the US healthcare system. This research was conducted through a literature review about the language barrier throughout the US and real-life situations I witnessed as a nursing student during my clinical experience in Spokane, Washington. In addition, this presentation will offer long-term solutions to better support patients with limited English proficiency and support healthcare equity
Beyond the Deficit: How Educational Inequality Perpetuates Poverty
No full textIf you spend half or more of your youth in poverty, then the chances of being in poverty as an adult is greater than 40%. Wealth buys educational achievement. Access to quality education plays a vital role in the foundation of systemic poverty. Social classism contributes to diminished opportunities for low-income families dictating where individuals live, the quality of education they have access to, and the support services and enrichment opportunities that are readily available (Walsh, 2017). For instance, American children living in poverty have unequal access to quality learning spaces and opportunities (Walsh, 2017). Factors ranging from the management of chronic stressors (e.g., evictions, hunger, relocation), fewer extracurricular opportunities and a lack of educational tools (e.g., computers, regular internet access, tutoring) impede children living in poverty from flourishing academically like their wealthier counterparts. Educators can play a pivotal role in mitigating some of these disparities by deepening their understanding of poverty and its impact on childhood learning. This poster will discuss transformative educational strategies such as building strong relationships with students and rejecting deficit-based stereotypes that assume impoverished children are inherently less capable (Wrigley, 2012). The deficit ideology assumes that the struggles of marginalized communities are due to their lack of motivation and intelligence, rather than recognizing the systematic, structural barriers that hinder their success. This study challenges deficit-based narratives and highlights the systemic factors that contribute to educational disparities, advocating for a strengths-based approach that empowers students and provides them with equitable resources and opportunities. The poster will conclude with suggestions for school-wide policy implementations that promote awareness of destructive and dominant stereotypes about Americans living in poverty, work toward sustainable support systems for children, and advocate for systemic changes that address economic inequality
The Impact of Early Behavior Intervention Plans on Academic and Behavioral Outcomes for Students with Disabilities
No full textThe early implementation of behavior intervention plans (BIPs) for children with disabilities plays a critical role in fostering both behavioral improvements and academic achievement. This literature review examines the impact of early intervention, drawing on various studies and analyses that explore the intersection of behavior management and academic outcomes. Research indicates that timely and structured BIPs significantly reduce problematic behaviors while enhancing students\u27 ability to engage in academic tasks. Additionally, functional assessment-based interventions and comprehensive school programs have been shown to contribute to improved academic success among students with high-incidence disabilities. By synthesizing existing research, this paper highlights the importance of early BIP implementation, its challenges, and its potential to improve both behavioral and academic outcomes
Perceptions of athletes vs non-athletes on the college athlete experience
No full textAthlete culture describes the unique set of stressors and experiences that collegiate athletes encounter (Despres et al., 2008; Reich et al., 2021). Due to this, student athletes face several mental health challenges, though they tend to not feel comfortable seeking help (Leimer et al., 2014). Non-athlete students tend to think negatively of their student athlete peers, and student athletes are often aware of these negative perceptions (Stone, 2012). As we know, groups and perceptions severely impact a college student\u27s experience. The goal of this study was to determine whether there was a significant difference between non-athletes’ perceptions on athlete privilege as opposed to athletes’ perceptions. This could be beneficial information for college counselors to consider when counseling student athletes, as these differences in perceptions could be an influencing factor in deterring student athletes from seeking support for their mental health, as well as for college students and professors to understanding how group perceptions impact peers or students
Leveraging Sports for Social Change: Addressing Food Insecurity and Promoting Community Well-Being
No full textThis poster highlights a community-based initiative in Spokane aimed at alleviating food insecurity through a food bank event, where nonperishable food items were distributed to individuals in need. The initiative emphasizes the role of socio-economic factors, such as class and income levels, in shaping individuals\u27 behaviors, attitudes, and opportunities. Those living below the poverty line often face disproportionate challenges, including limited access to nutritious food, which can negatively impact health and well-being. Sports, sports organizations, and athletes play a crucial role in addressing food insecurity by leveraging their platforms to raise awareness, mobilize resources, and engage in charity events, food drives, and partnerships with food banks. Initiatives like MLB’s “Food for Families,” the NFL’s Play 60 campaign, and NBA Cares actively combat food insecurity while promoting community welfare, bridging the gap between social needs and available resources. Additionally, the poster highlights how sports intersect with social justice, featuring programs like Playworks and The Special Olympics, which foster inclusivity and empower marginalized groups. These initiatives demonstrate that sports can drive social change beyond entertainment, advocating for broader societal transformation. The study also draws connections between sports initiatives, food banks and other nonprofit organizations showcasing how to combat hunger and support underserved communities. Furthermore, it critically analyzes the role sports play in reinforcing or challenging existing social structures, emphasizing the potential for sports to be both a reflection of and a catalyst for change in societal norms. Through these lenses, the poster underscores the transformative power of sports as a means of advancing social justice and improving community well-being
Holistic Healing: Rethinking Support for Students of Color in Education
No full textThis research uses a trauma-informed approach to understanding the harm that is perpetuated within predominantly white educational environments. It considers the harm done to students in all aspects of life, from confidence to personal health. While the solutions work within the current education system, this project proposes a first step toward uplifting students of color
Tracking Colorectal Cancer Screening in a Rural Primary Care Clinic: A Quality Improvement Project
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Colorectal cancer screening is understood to be the most effective way to prevent colorectal cancer and associated mortality. The U.S. remains below-goal for colorectal cancer screening rates, especially in rural areas.
Purpose
The purpose of this project was to implement and evaluate the use of a colorectal cancer Screening and Tracking Worksheet at a rural primary care clinic in Washington to measure the impact on screening rates.
Methods
The number of patients current with colorectal cancer screening was compared pre- and post-Screening and Tracking Worksheet implementation.
Results
There was statistically significant improvement in colorectal cancer screening rates reported by the clinic in its EHR performance reporting (Uniform Data Systems report), though the exact mechanism of this change is unknown compared to data collected from the Screening and Tracking Worksheet.
Conclusions
Further iterations of this quality improvement project may better characterize reasons for this improvement
Lead the Way: 2024-25 Report of the President
No full textEach year, Gonzaga University\u27s Office of the President produces an annual Report of the President. This publication that highlights just a few of the many accomplishments over the previous academic year, and is intended to convey gratitude to our Trustees and Regents, benefactors, and many supporters
Now We\u27re Cooking: Offering Young Adults with Diabetes Social Support
No full textResearch question: What self-management strategies do young adults with diabetes utilize
