Provision of Distance Learner Support Services at U.K. Universities: Identification of Best Practice and Institutional Case Study

This paper introduces the new concept of “eco-fusion” through an exploratory case study project. It suggests the importance of multi-scalar practice in the broader field of eco-urbanism. This study introduces eco-fusion as a multiplexed paradigm, which is then discussed in two different development models. This paper first highlights the position of “eco” in urbanism by providing a brief account of key terms and how they relate to one another. It then points out the associations between eco-fusion and sustainable urban development. Through an exploratory case study example in China, the practical factors of eco-development are assessed. The study aims to provide a set of intermediate development stages while maintaining each spatial level’s interface in their own defined and distinguished contexts. The key objective is to consider integrating the natural and built environments, which is considered the best practice of eco-development in urbanism. This study’s findings highlight integrated methods in eco-urbanism and suggest new directions for eco-planning/eco-design strategies.

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The DWQ-EMR Embedded Tool to Enhance the Family Physician-Caregiver Connection: A Pilot Case Study

Geriatrics ◽

10.3390/geriatrics6010029 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 6 (1) ◽

pp. 29

Author(s):

Kristina Marie Kokorelias ◽

Einat Danieli ◽

Sheila Dunn ◽

Sid Feldman ◽

David Patrick Ryan ◽

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Keyword(s):

Family Caregivers ◽

Best Practice ◽

Data Gathering ◽

Family Physicians ◽

Efficient Manner ◽

Efficient Access ◽

Increased Risk ◽

Starting Point ◽

To Receive

The number of family caregivers to individuals with dementia is increasing. Family physicians are often the first point of access to the health care system for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Caregivers are at an increased risk of developing negative physical, cognitive and affective health problems themselves. Caregivers also describe having unmet needs to help them sustain care in the community. Family physicians are in a unique position to help support caregivers and individuals with dementia, but often struggle with keeping up with best practice dementia service knowledge. The Dementia Wellness Questionnaire was designed to serve as a starting point for discussions between caregivers and family physicians by empowering caregivers to communicate their needs and concerns and to enhance family physicians’ access to specific dementia support information. The DWQ aims to alert physicians of caregiver and patient needs. This pilot study aimed to explore the experiences of physicians and caregivers of people using the Questionnaire in two family medicine clinics in Ontario, Canada. Interviews with physicians and caregivers collected data on their experiences using the DWQ following a 10-month data gathering period. Data was analyzed using content analysis. Results indicated that family physicians may have an improved efficacy in managing dementia by having dementia care case specific guidelines integrated within electronic medical records. By having time-efficient access to tailored supports, family physicians can better address the needs of the caregiver–patient dyad and help support family caregivers in their caregiving role. Caregivers expressed that the Questionnaire helped them remember concerns to bring up with physicians, in order to receive help in a more efficient manner.

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The Impact of Claims Management, Treatment, and Rehabilitation on Recovery and Return to Independence

International Journal of Disability Management ◽

10.1017/idm.2012.8 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 7 ◽

pp. 35-39 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Liz Cairns ◽

Maree Dyson ◽

Sally Canobi ◽

Nic Vipond

Keyword(s):

Financial Performance ◽

Best Practice ◽

Personal Injury ◽

Quality Information ◽

Client Outcomes ◽

Evaluation Program ◽

Accident Compensation ◽

Serious Injury ◽

The Impact

The use of contemporaneous evaluation in personal injury insurance enables schemes to maintain and enhance their viability through access to quality information on cost, liabilities and outcomes. Best practice in research programs in the sector requires data on client outcomes and financial performance to be collected. This article presents a case study of the research and evaluation program for the National Serious Injury Service of New Zealand's Accident Compensation Corporation.

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Best Practice for Concomitant CABG/CEA: A Case Study/Literature Review

Journal of Vascular Nursing ◽

10.1016/j.jvn.2018.03.011 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 36 (2) ◽

pp. 98-99

Author(s):

Colleen Taylor ◽

M. Eileen Walsh

Keyword(s):

Literature Review ◽

Best Practice

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Verifying the sustainability factors of mega transportation infrastructure: Sydney Metro’s commissioning through the “significance matrix” methodology

Journal of Engineering Design and Technology ◽

10.1108/jedt-03-2021-0169 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Author(s):

Koorosh Gharehbaghi ◽

Kerry McManus ◽

Maged Georgy ◽

Ken Farnes ◽

Francesca Pagliara ◽

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Keyword(s):

Best Practice ◽

Transportation Infrastructure ◽

Content Type ◽

Ecological Zones ◽

Key Stakeholders ◽

Comprehensive Determination ◽

Transportation Infrastructures ◽

Sustainability Challenges

Purpose Through the significance matrix, this paper aims to investigate and explore the main sustainability factors of mega transportation infrastructure projects. Sydney’s Metro mega transportation infrastructure is used as a case study. Sydney’s Metro was selected because of its sustainability challenges faced because of the areas’ diverse ecological zones. Sydney’s Metro is thus examined as the basis of best practice for the determination of the sustainability factors of transportation infrastructures. Design/methodology/approach Using the significance matrix as a methodology, this research evaluates the environmental impact assessment and environmental assessment processes, to alleviate the problems of the mega transportation infrastructure. Findings This research found that a more comprehensive determination is needed to further analyse the sustainability factors of mega transportation infrastructures, use of a significance matrix would further assess the environmental complexities of mega transportation infrastructures and the sustainability factors of mega transportation infrastructures should include a nonlinear and asymmetrical scheme highlighting its components and carefully outlining its integration and consolidation. Originality/value Although there is concurrent research into sustainability factors of mega transportation, this paper undertakes a new methodology for such infrastructure. While the significance matrix is not a new concept, it has never been used specifically for mega transportation infrastructure. Subsequently, using the significance matrix as a methodology, this research undertakes such environmental analysis and assessment and thus produces a qualitative risk analysis matrix. The findings from this research will ultimately assist the key stakeholders of mega transportation infrastructures to better plan, monitor and support similar projects.

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A journey towards integrated person-centred care: a case study of a mental health perspective in the voluntary sector

Journal of Integrated Care ◽

10.1108/jica-10-2020-0064 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Author(s):

Louise Kermode

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Best Practice ◽

Care Delivery ◽

Voluntary Sector ◽

Assessment Tools ◽

Valuable Insight ◽

Physical And Mental Health ◽

Content Type ◽

Health And Social Care

PurposePerson-centred care is a fundamental component of any service. This case study aims to explore the delivery of person-centred care in the voluntary sector, discussing how integrating support can be achieved to benefit individuals. It identifies challenges, best practice and learning that can be applied across sectors and promotes further enquiry.Design/methodology/approachThis case study is the result of a service audit at a mental health charity. The findings are a blend of reflections, observations and examples from service delivery, synthesised with national policy to provide evidence of best practice and processes that enable person-centred care.FindingsA focus on need not diagnosis, creating accessible and inclusive services, employing dual trained practitioners, having a varied skill mix along with holistic self-assessment tools are all enablers for integrated person-centred support. Multi-agency assessment frameworks, collaboration across services, cross-agency supervision and a shared vision for integration and person-centred care support services to coordinate more effectively. Barriers to integrated person-centred support include complex physical and mental health needs and harmful risk and safeguarding. The diversity of the voluntary sector, a lack of resources along with complex and competitive funding also hinder integration.Originality/valueThis case study provides a valuable insight into the voluntary sector and shares its findings to enhance best practice. It aims to promote interest and invites further research into health and social care delivery by the voluntary sector. As this delivery continues to increase, it is vital to examine the interface between the voluntary and statutory sector. Through better understanding and further research across all sectors, the author can identify how they can achieve person-centred outcomes and deliver the national policies.

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