Mobile Phone Use in Psychiatry Residents in the United States: Multisite Cross-Sectional Survey Study (Preprint)

BACKGROUND Mobile technology ownership in the general US population and medical professionals is increasing, leading to increased use in clinical settings. However, data on use of mobile technology by psychiatry residents remain unclear. OBJECTIVE In this study, our aim was to provide data on how psychiatric residents use mobile phones in their clinical education as well as barriers relating to technology use. METHODS An anonymous, multisite survey was given to psychiatry residents in 2 regions in the United States, including New Orleans and Boston, to understand their technology use. RESULTS All participants owned mobile phones, and 79% (54/68) used them to access patient information. The majority do not use mobile phones to implement pharmacotherapy (62%, 42/68) or psychotherapy plans (90%, 61/68). The top 3 barriers to using mobile technology in clinical care were privacy concerns (56%, 38/68), lack of clinical guidance (40%, 27/68), and lack of evidence (29%, 20/68). CONCLUSIONS We conclude that developing a technology curriculum and engaging in research could address these barriers to using mobile phones in clinical practice.

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Mobile Phone Use in Psychiatry Residents in the United States: Multisite Cross-Sectional Survey Study

JMIR mhealth and uhealth ◽

10.2196/mhealth.7146 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 5 (11) ◽

pp. e160 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Shih Gipson ◽

John Torous ◽

Robert Boland ◽

Erich Conrad

Keyword(s):

United States ◽

Mobile Phone ◽

The United States ◽

Survey Study ◽

Psychiatry Residents ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Mobile Phone Use

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Evaluation of Research Training and Productivity Among Junior Pharmacy Practice Faculty in the United States

Journal of Pharmacy Practice ◽

10.1177/0897190010373657 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 23 (6) ◽

pp. 553-559 ◽

Cited By ~ 15

Author(s):

Kelly C. Lee ◽

Shareen Y. El-Ibiary ◽

Karen Suchanek Hudmon

Keyword(s):

United States ◽

Research Training ◽

Pharmacy Practice ◽

Junior Faculty ◽

The United States ◽

Survey Study ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Faculty Positions ◽

Research Demands

Objective: To evaluate the extent of research training and productivity among junior faculty in US schools of pharmacy. Methods: A cross-sectional survey study was conducted to characterize junior faculty’s ( a) research training and productivity, ( b) perceived ability to meet research demands, ( c) confidence and resources for research, and ( d) interest in receiving further research training. Main Results: Surveys were completed by 349 faculty members (36.7% response). More than 60% completed a pharmacy practice residency and fewer than 15% completed a fellowship. Respondents reported lack of formal training in most research skills during their postgraduate training. Most reported that they are able to meet the teaching, clinical, and service expectations of their departments; however, fewer than half believed that they are able to meet the research expectations. Conclusions: Study respondents reported lack of adequate research training during their postgraduate experiences and current faculty positions. Confidence among faculty to conduct research was also low compared to their confidence to fulfill other expectations of their position. Adequate preparation of current and future academicians is critical to ensuring the success and retention of faculty in the United States.

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A novel tool for evaluating non-cognitive traits of doctor of physical therapy learners in the United States

Journal of Educational Evaluation for Health Professions ◽

10.3352/jeehp.2018.15.19 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 15 ◽

pp. 19 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Marcus Roll ◽

Lara Canham ◽

Paul Salamh ◽

Kyle Covington ◽

Corey Simon ◽

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Keyword(s):

United States ◽

Physical Therapy ◽

Social Intelligence ◽

The United States ◽

Face Validity ◽

Survey Study ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Doctor Of Physical Therapy ◽

Cognitive Traits

Purpose: The primary aim of this study was to develop a survey addressing an individual’s non-cognitive traits, such as emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, social intelligence, psychological flexibility, and grit. Such a tool would provide beneficial information for the continued development of admissions standards and would help better capture the full breadth of experience and capabilities of applicants applying to doctor of physical therapy (DPT) programs. Methods: This was a cross-sectional survey study involving learners in DPT programs at 3 academic institutions in the United States. A survey was developed based on established non-proprietary, non-cognitive measures affiliated with success and resilience. The survey was assessed for face validity, and exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was used to identify subgroups of factors based on responses to the items. Results: A total of 298 participants (90.3%) completed all elements of the survey. EFA yielded 39 items for dimensional assessment with regression coefficients < 0.4. Within the 39 items, 3 latent constructs were identified: adaptability (16 items), intuitiveness (12 items), and engagement (11 items). Conclusion: This preliminary non-cognitive assessment survey will be able to play a valuable role in DPT admissions decisions following further examination and refinement.

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Infection prevention practices in the United States, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Japan: Results from national surveys

Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology ◽

10.1017/ice.2020.1395 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-9

Author(s):

M. Todd Greene ◽

Sarah L. Krein ◽

Anita Huis ◽

Marlies Hulscher ◽

Hugo Sax ◽

...

Keyword(s):

United States ◽

The Netherlands ◽

Acute Care ◽

Infection Prevention ◽

Acute Care Hospitals ◽

The United States ◽

Survey Study ◽

Surveillance Systems ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional

Abstract Objective: To assess the extent to which evidence-based practices are regularly used in acute care hospitals in different countries. Design: Cross-sectional survey study. Participants and setting: Infection preventionists in acute care hospitals in the United States (US), the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Japan. Methods: Data collected from hospital surveys distributed between 2015 and 2017 were evaluated to determine the use of practices to prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI), central-line–associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI), ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), and Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI). Descriptive statistics were used to examine hospital characteristics and the percentage of hospitals reporting regular use of each infection prevention practice. Results: Survey response rates were 59% in the United States, 65% in the Netherlands, 77% in Switzerland, and 65% in Japan. Several recommended practices were used in the majority of hospitals: aseptic catheter insertion and maintenance (CAUTI), maximum sterile barrier precautions (CLABSI), semirecumbent patient positioning (VAP), and contact precautions and routine daily cleaning (CDI). Other prevention practices for CAUTI and VAP were used less frequently, particularly in Swiss and Japanese hospitals. Established surveillance systems were also lacking in Dutch, Swiss and Japanese hospitals. Conclusions: Most hospitals in the United States, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Japan have adopted certain infection prevention practices. Clear opportunities for reducing HAI risk in hospitals exist across all 4 countries surveyed.

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Changes in social behavior over time in the COVID-19 pandemic

10.1101/2020.08.27.20183376 ◽

2020 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Megan M Sheehan ◽

Elizabeth R. Pfoh ◽

Sidra Speaker ◽

Michael B. Rothberg

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

United States ◽

Social Behavior ◽

The United States ◽

Survey Study ◽

Age Group ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Group A ◽

Over Time

Public health recommendations aimed at limiting spread of SARS-CoV-2 have encouraged social distancing and masks as economies across the United States re-open. Understanding adherence to these guidelines will inform further efforts to reduce transmission. In this repeated cross-sectional survey study, we describe changes in social behavior in Ohio during periods of declining and rising cases. While essential activities remained consistent over time, more individuals attended gatherings of 10 or more people as cases rose, particularly in the 18-29 age group. A majority of individuals wore masks. It appears necessary to continue limiting gatherings and encourage mask-wearing, particularly among younger groups.

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27091 Violence in academic dermatology practices across the United States: A cross-sectional survey study

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology ◽

10.1016/j.jaad.2021.06.141 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 85 (3) ◽

pp. AB29

Author(s):

Raghav Tripathi ◽

Angie Y. Wan ◽

Rishabh S. Mazmudar ◽

Jeremy S. Bordeaux ◽

Jeffrey F. Scott

Keyword(s):

United States ◽

The United States ◽

Survey Study ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional

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A Large Cross-Sectional Survey Study of the Prevalence of Alopecia Areata in the United States

Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology ◽

10.2147/ccid.s245649 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol Volume 13 ◽

pp. 259-266

Author(s):

Michael Benigno ◽

Kathryn P Anastassopoulos ◽

Arash Mostaghimi ◽

Margarita Udall ◽

Shoshana R Daniel ◽

...

Keyword(s):

United States ◽

Alopecia Areata ◽

The United States ◽

Survey Study ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional

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The Relationship Between Crime-Related Television Viewing and Perceptions of the Death Penalty: Results of a Large Cross-Sectional Survey Study

Frontiers in Psychology ◽

10.3389/fpsyg.2021.715657 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 12 ◽

Author(s):

Benedikt Till ◽

Florian Arendt ◽

Thomas Niederkrotenthaler

Keyword(s):

United States ◽

Death Penalty ◽

Television Viewing ◽

Social Reality ◽

The United States ◽

Survey Study ◽

Supporting Evidence ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Austrian Population

Background: According to cultivation theory, distorted representations of social reality on television can lead to distorted perceptions of reality among viewers. For example, the death penalty has been abolished in most Western countries a long time ago, but is often portrayed or mentioned in US crime shows, which are very popular outside the United States. Previous research suggests that the amount of television viewing can be associated with erroneous perceptions of the use of the death penalty—even when the death penalty is not used in the respective country. Unfortunately, available evidence on this association is inconclusive.Methods: In a cross-sectional web-based survey, we used quota-based sampling techniques to recruit 1,002 individuals representative of the Austrian population in terms of gender, age, education, and region of residence. We asked about their weekly amount of television viewing and use of US crime dramas and measured their beliefs on the use of the death penalty in Austria.Results: Although television viewing in general was not associated with erroneous perceptions of the death penalty (i.e., no overall across-the-board cultivation effect), data analysis provided supporting evidence for the idea of a genre-specific cultivation effect: The more US crime shows participants watched, the more likely they were to mistakenly believe that the death penalty is used in Austria. This association held true even after controlling for the gender, age, and education of participants.Conclusion: The finding that watching US crime shows, which are based on social reality in the United States, is associated with Austrian viewers' confusion with regards to perceptions of the death penalty is consistent with the genre-specific cultivation hypothesis. Some viewers may be guided more by mediated reality than by actual social reality.

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Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Training among Medical Schools in the United States

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health ◽

10.1177/21501327211028713 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 12 ◽

pp. 215013272110287

Author(s):

Robert L. Cooper ◽

Mohammad Tabatabai ◽

Paul D. Juarez ◽

Aramandla Ramesh ◽

Matthew C. Morris ◽

...

Keyword(s):

United States ◽

Hiv Prevention ◽

Injection Drug Users ◽

Drug Users ◽

Healthcare Providers ◽

Medical Schools ◽

The United States ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Exposure Prophylaxis

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) has been shown to be an effective method of HIV prevention for men who have sex with-men (MSM) and -transgender women (MSTGWs), serodiscordant couples, and injection drug users; however fewer than 50 000 individuals currently take this regimen. Knowledge of PrEP is low among healthcare providers and much of this lack of knowledge stems from the lack or exposure to PrEP in medical school. We conducted a cross sectional survey of medical schools in the United States to assess the degree to which PrEP for HIV prevention is taught. The survey consisted Likert scale questions assessing how well the students were prepared to perform each skill associated with PrEP delivery, as well as how PrEP education was delivered to students. We contacted 141 medical schools and 71 responded to the survey (50.4%). PrEP education was only reported to be offered at 38% of schools, and only 15.4% reported specific training for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) patients. The most common delivery methods of PrEP content were didactic sessions with 11 schools reporting this method followed by problem-based learning, direct patient contact, workshops, and small group discussions. Students were more prepared to provide PrEP to MSM compared to other high-risk patients. Few medical schools are preparing their students to prescribe PrEP upon graduation. Further, there is a need to increase the number of direct patient contacts or simulations for students to be better prepared.

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