Biomedical subjects

J P Nottingham

Publications and source records attributed to J P Nottingham.

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PubMed1991

Anorexia nervosa in the older adult: a case study.

Anorexia nervosa has been presented in the literature primarily as a disease affecting adolescent females. Although few cases are described involving older women, this appears to be related to a lack of recognition and identification. Given an understanding of the pathophysiology, the signs and symptoms, behaviors, psychological profile, and family dynamics, the clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is in a unique position to assess clients and provide intervention, including referrals. Through the clinical findings illustrated by the case study, the potential areas of intervention by the CNS can be extrapolated. First and foremost, anorexia nervosa must be seen as occurring outside the traditional age range and continuing into later adulthood.

Anorexia Nervosa↗

PubMed1991

Cardiovascular risk factors in children: a Bloomsday research report.

Cardiovascular risk factors identified in major studies of children include a family history of heart disease, smoking, blood pressure, dietary factors, exercise or fitness level, and stress. The purpose of this descriptive study was to identify differences in children's physical measurements with regard to six cardiovascular risk factors. A descriptive design using three questionnaires and physical measurements was used. The questionnaires included the Bloomsday Cardiovascular Fitness Questionnaire, the Coronary Risk Profile, and the Diet Habit Survey. Physical measurements included blood pressure readings, weight, total serum cholesterol, and high-density lipoprotein levels. A convenience sample of 78, predominantly Caucasian children between the ages of 7 and 18 years (M = 13.13, SD = 2.79) participated. Results indicated that differences in physical measurements were significantly for children with respect to the cardiovascular risk factors, including dietary factors, blood pressure, exercise, and stress. Nursing implications for thorough assessment and intervention through education are discussed.

Adolescent↗

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Knowledge retention and clinical application after continuing education.

The authors investigate the knowledge retention and clinical application of physical assessment skills by nurses who participated in a required continuing education workshop. Tools were developed to measure the specific application of workshop concepts. Results support the underlying objectives of nursing staff development, which are to increase knowledge and improve skills.

Adult↗