Move to Read Pilot Program for Academically Struggling Students to Improve Sight Word Performance

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Weiyun Chen ◽  
Cynthia Bowers ◽  
Pamela Hodges Kulinna
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Group Differences ◽  
Struggling Students ◽  
Sight Word ◽  
Word Test ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis

Purpose: To present a pilot study that uses experiential learning theory to understand the effect of a Move to Read (MTR) program on student performance on a sight word test. Methods: Two groups in a school were compared. The academic struggling students (n = 37) received MTR activities in the classroom and physical education, whereas the regular academic achieving group (n = 28) only had the MTR activities in physical education during the eight and a half months’ pilot study. Students were tested using the Dolch Sight Word test. Results: Analysis of covariance showed no group differences. Repeated-measures analysis of variance showed significant increases in the sight word test for the academically struggling group over time (F2 = 152.276, p < .001, ). Conclusions: The MTR program shows promise for improving sight word performance using movement.

Effects of Vaporized Perfluorocarbon on Pulmonary Blood Flow and Ventilation/Perfusion Distribution in a Model of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

2001 ◽  
Vol 95 (6) ◽  
pp. 1414-1421 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthias Hübler ◽  
Jennifer E. Souders ◽  
Erin D. Shade ◽  
Nayak L. Polissar ◽  
Carmel Schimmel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Flow ◽  
Oleic Acid ◽  
Gas Exchange ◽  
Lung Injury ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Pulmonary Blood Flow ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Inert Gas ◽  
Low Flow ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis

Background Perfluorocarbon (PFC) liquids are known to improve gas exchange and pulmonary function in various models of acute respiratory failure. Vaporization has been recently reported as a new method of delivering PFC to the lung. Our aim was to study the effect of PFC vapor on the ventilation/perfusion (VA/Q) matching and relative pulmonary blood flow (Qrel) distribution. Methods In nine sheep, lung injury was induced using oleic acid. Four sheep were treated with vaporized perfluorohexane (PFX) for 30 min, whereas the remaining sheep served as control animals. Vaporization was achieved using a modified isoflurane vaporizer. The animals were studied for 90 min after vaporization. VA/Q distributions were estimated using the multiple inert gas elimination technique. Change in Qrel distribution was assessed using fluorescent-labeled microspheres. Results Treatment with PFX vapor improved oxygenation significantly and led to significantly lower shunt values (P &lt; 0.05, repeated-measures analysis of covariance). Analysis of the multiple inert gas elimination technique data showed that animals treated with PFX vapor demonstrated a higher VA/Q heterogeneity than the control animals (P &lt; 0.05, repeated-measures analysis of covariance). Microsphere data showed a redistribution of Qrel attributable to oleic acid injury. Qrel shifted from areas that were initially high-flow to areas that were initially low-flow, with no difference in redistribution between the groups. After established injury, Qrel was redistributed to the nondependent lung areas in control animals, whereas Qrel distribution did not change in treatment animals. Conclusion In oleic acid lung injury, treatment with PFX vapor improves gas exchange by increasing VA/Q heterogeneity in the whole lung without a significant change in gravitational gradient.

scholarly journals Impact of Mindfulness Training on Spanish Police Officers’ Mental and Emotional Health: a Non-Randomized Pilot Study

Mindfulness ◽  
2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jaime Navarrete ◽  
Miguel Ángel García-Salvador ◽  
Ausiàs Cebolla ◽  
Rosa Baños
Keyword(s):  
Police Officers ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Emotional Health ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Group Differences ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Paired Samples

Abstract Objectives The purpose of this exploratory non-randomized controlled study was to determine the acceptance and effectiveness of an 8-week mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) co-designed by a police officer. Methods A pretest-posttest control group design was followed. Participants (MBI group = 20; control group = 18) answered baseline and post-training self-reported measures. In addition, the weekly emotional state of the MBI group was collected. Paired-samples t-test and analysis of covariance were performed for pre-post within-group and between-group differences, respectively, as well as linear mixed effects analysis of repeated measures for week-by-week data. Results High acceptance and attendance rates, as well as significant pre-post within-group differences in the MBI group in mindfulness (η2 = 0.43), self-compassion (η2 = 0.43), depression (η2 = 0.54), anxiety (η2 = 0.46), stress (η2 = 0.51), difficulties in emotion regulation, sleep quality (η2 = 0.57), and burnout (η2 = 0.31–0.47), were identified. Moreover, police officers who underwent the MBI experienced a week by week decrease of anger, disgust, anxiety, sadness, and desire. Finally, after adjusting for pre-test scores, significant between-group differences were found in the way of attending to internal and external experiences (observing mindfulness facet; ηp2 = 0.21), depression symptoms (ηp2 = 0.23), general distress (ηp2 = 0.24), and the degree of physical and psychological exhaustion (personal burnout; ηp2 = 0.20). Conclusions The preliminary effectiveness of this MBI on psychopathology and quality of life outcomes in Spanish police officers was discussed. Previous evidence regarding the promising use of MBIs in this population was supported.

Aerobic Fitness and Emotional Arousal: A Critical Attempt at Replication

1981 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 911-918 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffrey D. Zimmerman ◽  
Margaret Fulton
Keyword(s):  
Trait Anxiety ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Psychosocial Stress ◽  
Electrodermal Activity ◽  
Heart Rate Recovery ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
State Trait Anxiety Inventory ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis ◽  
Two Indices ◽  
Statistical Results

This study was an attempt to replicate the findings of earlier research in which conclusions were based on a questionable interpretation of statistical results. A 2 × 2 repeated-measures analysis of covariance did not confirm, as had been previously reported, greater heart-rate recovery for 20 aerobically fit subjects as opposed to 20 unfit subjects following psychosocial stress. Two indices of electrodermal activity and State-Trait Anxiety Inventory responses also were utilized. Only the comparison between groups for Trait Anxiety was statistically significant.

Female sex hormones in men with migraine

Neurology ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 91 (4) ◽  
pp. e374-e381 ◽  
Author(s):  
Willebrordus P.J. van Oosterhout ◽  
Guus G. Schoonman ◽  
Erik W. van Zwet ◽  
Olaf M. Dekkers ◽  
Gisela M. Terwindt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Free Testosterone ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Androgen Deficiency ◽  
Female Sex Hormones ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis ◽  
17Β Estradiol ◽  
Migraine Group ◽  
Aging Males Symptoms

ObjectiveTo assess the role of estradiol and testosterone in men with migraine.MethodsWe measured 17β-estradiol (E2) and calculated free testosterone (Tf) in serum of 17 medication-free men with migraine and 22 men without migraine group-matched for age and body mass index (BMI), targeted at 20 to 28 kg/m2. Blood was sampled on a single, for migraineurs interictal, day at 9 am, 12 pm, 3 pm, and 6 pm. Migraineurs were subsequently measured 3 to 4 times daily until an attack occurred. Clinical androgen deficiency was assessed with the Androgen Deficiency of Ageing Men questionnaire and the Aging Males' Symptoms (AMS) scale. We analyzed interictal data (mean ± standard error) with repeated-measures analysis of covariance and longitudinal data by generalized estimated equations models.ResultsCompared to controls, men with migraine had a lower interictal Tf/E2 ratio (3.9 ± 0.4 vs 5.0 ± 0.3, p = 0.03) due to higher E2 (96.8 ± 6.1 vs 69.1 ± 5.6 pmol/L, p = 0.001) and similar Tf (357.5 ± 21.4 vs 332.6 ± 18.7 pmol/L, p = 0.35) levels. Preictal Tf levels were increased in men with migraine reporting premonitory symptoms (p = 0.03). Men with migraine more frequently reported symptoms of androgen deficiency (11 of 18 [61.1%] vs 6 of 22 [27.3%], p = 0.031), which were also more frequently severe (p = 0.006); their age- and BMI-adjusted AMS scores were higher (27.0 ± 1.2 vs 21.0 ± 1.0, p = 0.002).ConclusionsIn this study, nonobese men with migraine exhibited increased levels of the sex hormone estradiol and showed clinical evidence of relative androgen deficiency. The role of estradiol in modulating migraine susceptibility and activity in men deserves further investigations.

Effect of Implant Design on Initial Stability of Tapered Implants

2009 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 130-135 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linus Chong ◽  
Ahmed Khocht ◽  
Jon B. Suzuki ◽  
John Gaughan
Keyword(s):  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Primary Stability ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Implant Design ◽  
Insertion Depth ◽  
Weak Association ◽  
Initial Stability ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis ◽  
Different Depths ◽  
Strength Of Association

Abstract Implant design is one of the parameters for achieving successful primary stability. This study aims to examine the effect of a self-tapping blades implant design on initial stability in tapered implants. Polyurethane blocks of different densities were used to simulate different bone densities. The two different implant designs included one with self-tapping blades and one without self-tapping blades. Implants were placed at 3 different depths: apical third, middle third, and fully inserted at 3 different densities of polyurethane blocks. A resonance frequency (RF) analyzer was then used to measure stability of the implants. Repeated-measures analysis of variance was used to examine the effect of implant design, insertion depth, and block density on RF. Analysis of covariance was used to examine the strength of association between RF and the aforementioned factors. In both medium-density (P = .017) and high-density (P = .002) blocks, fully inserted non-self-tapping implants showed higher initial stability than self-tapping implants. No differences were noted between the 2 implant designs that were not fully inserted. The highest strength of association was with insertion depth (standardized beta [std β] = −0.60, P = .0001), followed by block density (std β = −0.15, P = .0002). Implant design showed a weak association (std β = −0.07, P = .09). In conclusion, fully inserted implants without self-tapping blades have higher initial stability than implants with self-tapping blades. However, the association strength between implant design and initial stability is less relevant than other factors, such as insertion depth and block density. Thus, if bone quality and quantity are optimal, they may compensate for design inadequacy.

scholarly journals Influence of Eating Schedule on the Postprandial Response: Gender Differences

Nutrients ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 401 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcela Masihy ◽  
Hugo Monrroy ◽  
Giulio Borghi ◽  
Teodora Pribic ◽  
Carmen Galan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Physiological Responses ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Sensory Experience ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis ◽  
Postprandial Response ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Schedule Effect

Ingestion of a meal induces conscious sensations depending of the characteristics of the meal and the predisposition of the eater. We hypothesized that the eating schedule plays a conditioning role, specifically, that an extemporaneous meal is less rewarding than when eaten at the habitual schedule. We conducted a randomized parallel trial in 10 women and 10 men comparing the responses to a consistent savoury lunch-type meal (stewed beans) eaten at the habitual afternoon schedule or at an unconventional time in the morning. Schedule and gender differences were analyzed by repeated measures analysis of covariance. In women, the sensory experience induced by the probe meal, particularly postprandial satisfaction, was weaker when eaten at an unconventional time for breakfast. Men were resilient to the schedule effect and experienced the same sensations regardless of the timing of ingestion; the effect of the eating schedule was significantly more pronounced in women for fullness (F(1,55) = 14.9; p < 0.001), digestive well-being (F(1,36.8) = 22.3; p < 0.001), mood (F(1,12.4) = 13.8; p < 0.001), and anxiety (F(1,11.9) = 10.9; p = 0.001). No differences in the physiological responses induced by the afternoon and morning meals were detected either in women or men. Our data indicate that women are more susceptible to changes in meal schedule than men.

Effect Of Early Caffeine Therapy On Weight Gain In Very Preterm Infants

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Srinivasan Mani ◽  
Fernanda Kupferman ◽  
Roger Kim
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Preterm Infants ◽  
Premature Infants ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Very Preterm Infants ◽  
Very Preterm ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis ◽  
Practical Impact ◽  
Poor Weight Gain

Abstract Background: Premature infants were observed to have poor weight gain for the first 3 weeks after initiating caffeine therapy. The practical impact of this adverse effect in the era of prophylactic (early) caffeine therapy in very preterm infants have not been analyzed well.Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted including preterm infants born at < 31 weeks gestation between June 2013 and June 2016. Infants were divided into 2 groups based on the timing of caffeine initiation: less than the 48 hours after birth (early) and 48 or more hours after birth (late). The outcome was weight in grams at the end of 3rd week of life. Independent t-test and repeated-measures analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) were used for analysis. Results: Thirty-nine (84.6%) out of 46 infants born < 31 weeks gestation with a birth weight < 1250 grams were included in the study. Of the 39 infants, 22 received early caffeine therapy and 17 received late caffeine therapy. On comparing the weight at 3 weeks of age between the two groups, the early caffeine group had a significantly better weight gain with a mean weight at 3 weeks being 1140 grams vs 985 grams (p=0.03). Conclusion: In very preterm infants, early caffeine therapy was associated with better weight gain in the first 3 weeks of life.

scholarly journals Oxytocin and Oxytocinase in the Obese and Nonobese Parturients during Induction and Augmentation of Labor

2019 ◽  
Vol 09 (02) ◽  
pp. e177-e184
Author(s):  
Annemaria De Tina ◽  
Jeremy Juang ◽  
Thomas F. McElrath ◽  
Jack D. Baty ◽  
Arvind Palanisamy
Keyword(s):  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Mixed Model ◽  
Group Versus ◽  
Preliminary Evidence ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Uterine Contractions ◽  
Time Interaction ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis ◽  
Elective Induction ◽  
The Mean

Objective To investigate differences in oxytocin (OXT) biodistribution between nonobese and obese parturients during labor. Study Design Patients with body mass index (BMI) of either ≥ 18 ≤ 24.9 kg/m2 (“nonobese”) or ≥ 30 kg/m2 (“obese”) undergoing elective induction of labor were included (N = 25 each). Blood samples were collected at baseline (T0), and 20 minutes after maximal OXT augmentation or adequate uterine contractions (T1) for OXT and oxytocinase assays. A mixed-model repeated-measures analysis of variance was used to test for group versus time interaction and analysis of covariance to detect a difference in OXT level at T1. Data presented as mean ± standard deviation or median (interquartile range), with p < 0.05 considered significant. Results The mean BMIs (kg/m2) were 22.1 ± 1.6 and 35.9 ± 5.1 in the nonobese and obese groups, respectively. No differences were observed in either the duration of OXT infusion, total dose of OXT, or plasma OXT (pg/mL) either at T0 or T1. However, plasma oxytocinase (ng/mL) was significantly lower at T0 (1.41 [0.67, 3.51] vs. 0.40 [0.29, 1.12]; p = 0.03) in the obese group. Conclusion We provide preliminary evidence that the disposition of OXT may not be different between obese and nonobese women during labor.

scholarly journals Effects of fentanyl on intraocular pressure and pupil size in medetomidine-methadone premedicated dogs: a pilot study

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. e000391
Author(s):  
Maria Isabel Gomez-Martinez ◽  
Oscar Varela-Lopez ◽  
Jose Luis Fontalba-Navas ◽  
Antonio González-Cantalapiedra
Keyword(s):  
Intraocular Pressure ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Intravenous Injection ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Pupil Size ◽  
Saline Solution ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Time Points ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis ◽  
Fentanyl Group

BackgroundThis is a pilot study to evaluate the effects of fentanyl on intraocular pressure (IOP) and pupil size (PS) in dogs premedicated with medetomidine and methadone.MethodsSixteen dogs with a median (first quartile–third quartile) age of 3.5 (1.25–6) years and a mean (sd) weight of 18.6 (9.2) kg were included. Baseline readings of IOP and PS were recorded before all dogs were premedicated intramuscularly with medetomidine (10 µg/kg) and methadone (0.5 mg/kg). Both measurements were repeated 15 and 30 minutes later. Following this, the dogs were randomly assigned into two groups. The fentanyl group received intravenous fentanyl (10 µg/kg), while the control group received the same volume of saline solution intravenously. IOP and PS measurements were measured and recorded in both groups at one, five and ten minutes after intravenous injection. Data were analysed with one-way and two-way repeated-measures analysis of variance or their non-parametric equivalents.ResultsPS was significantly decreased 15 and 30 minutes following intramuscular premedication and IOP was significantly increased in the fentanyl group at all time points following intravenous administration.ConclusionsMedetomidine, methadone and fentanyl combinations are not recommended for use in patients where an increase in IOP or decrease in PS is undesirable.

Stretch-induced hypoalgesia: a pilot study

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 837-845
Author(s):  
Marie-Claude Larouche ◽  
Samuel Camiré Bernier ◽  
Rosalie Racine ◽  
Olivier Collin ◽  
Mikaël Desmons ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Pain Sensitivity ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Local Site ◽  
Clinical Pain ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis ◽  
Remote Sites ◽  
Randomised Controlled

AbstractObjectivesStretching is an intervention often used in various kinds of rehabilitation protocols and the effects on pain sensitivity has sparsely been investigated, especially when addressing potential effects on pain. The objective is to investigate the immediate effects of an axial and peripheral prolonged stretch on pressure pain sensitivity (PPT) and temporal summation (TS) on local and distal sites in healthy subjects.MethodsTwenty-two healthy volunteers were recruited to participate in this pilot study. Two prolonged stretching protocols were performed: low back and wrist extensors stretches. PPT and pinprick TS were measured pre- and post-intervention at local and remote sites. Repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to examine the effects and significance of the interventions.ResultsThe low back stretch induced an increase in PPT for both local and remote sites, and the wrist stretch produced a PPT increase only at the local site. TS did not change.ConclusionsLow back stretching induced an increase in PPT at both local and remote sites whereas the wrist stretch only increased PPT locally, suggesting hypoalgesia at these sites. Further studies are needed to confirm the effect and mechanisms using randomised, controlled and parallel study design. Considering that pain sensitivity is different than clinical pain, results are difficult to extrapolate to clinical practice. Future studies testing clinical pain are needed to better understand the clinical implication of these results.

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