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J Copley
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Work experience program at a metropolitan paediatric hospital: assisting rural and metropolitan allied health professionals exchange clinical skills.
The needs of rural allied health professionals (AHPs) have been widely documented. In particular, problems of professional isolation, lack of professional development opportunities and limited support systems have been highlighted as problems associated with working in rural and remote areas. This research aimed to provide rural and remote AHPs with an opportunity to gain experience in paediatric clinical areas of their choice, to provide rural/remote and metropolitan AHPs with an opportunity to share clinical knowledge and expertise, and to develop networks between rural/remote and metropolitan AHPs. A clinical experience program was developed to meet these aims. Twenty-nine AHPs from rural and remote areas of Queensland participated in the program. Participants completed questionnaires at the end of clinical experience program and 4-8 weeks after the visit. A focus group was also conducted. Analyses found the program met the majority of participants goals and expectations. Enhanced clinical skills in specialist paediatric areas, increased networking and access to resources were reported by rural/remote AHPs as benefits of the program. The role of a clinical consultant was found to be critical to the success of the program.
Parent satisfaction with a paediatric occupational therapy service: a pilot investigation.
This qualitative study explored parent satisfaction with a paediatric occupational therapy service, located within an occupational therapy school. The aim of this initial study was to identify features of such a service that most contribute to parent satisfaction, and themes worthy of further inquiry regarding client evaluation of paediatric therapy services. Further, the study aimed to identify any issues specific to the student involvement characteristic of university-based clinics, which may impact on parent satisfaction. Individual interviews and focus groups were conducted with eleven parents whose children had attended the clinic for therapy. Information was sought about parents' experiences and perceptions of services provided, including assessment, intervention, home programs, school visits, and written reports. The data were subjected to thematic and content analysis. The findings of this study have implications for the design of parent-friendly evaluation strategies and indicate some of the salient features of paediatric therapy services that may enhance family-centred services. Limitations of the research and suggestions for further research are discussed.
Climate change: the great ice mystery.
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Ultrasound of colonic neoplasia. An intraoperative tool?
BACKGROUND: The accuracy of intraoperative ultrasound of the colon in the location and assessment of neoplastic lesions at the time of resection has not been reported. METHODS: An in vitro study was performed, with ultrasound imaging of colonic specimens resected for malignancy. The specimens were imaged empty, surrounded by saline, the lumen filled with saline. RESULTS: Excellent ultrasound images were produced, particularly when the colonic lumen was filled with saline. All lesions were located by this technique, and several impalpable synchronous polyps also were found. In two specimens, the remnants of a malignant polyp not visible with intraoperative colonoscopy were found by specimen ultrasound. The clarity of the image was such that the cancer stage often could be assessed. CONCLUSIONS: Direct ultrasound of the colon, using a high-frequency intraoperative probe, produced accurate images of neoplastic lesions in an in vitro setting. This technique may have a role in the intraoperative location and assessment of colorectal cancer.