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Learning disability staff responses towards allegations of sexual abuse (2011)
Thesis
Turnbull, K. Learning disability staff responses towards allegations of sexual abuse. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Peckham (2007) has argued that people with learning disabilities are at a greater risk of abuse than members of the general population however, no research has investigated paid carers' responses to allegations of sexual abuse. The current resear... Read More about Learning disability staff responses towards allegations of sexual abuse.

An investigation in congenital transmission of Toxoplasma gondii as a potential mode of transmission in mice and humans (2011)
Thesis
Thomasson, D. An investigation in congenital transmission of Toxoplasma gondii as a potential mode of transmission in mice and humans. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Toxoplasma gondii is a pathogenic Apicomplexan parasite with a worldwide distribution in almost all warm blooded animals. The parasite is transmitted to hosts in three ways; via oocysts that are passed from the definitive host the cat; by the... Read More about An investigation in congenital transmission of Toxoplasma gondii as a potential mode of transmission in mice and humans.

An ethnographic study of the culture in a diagnostic imaging department (2011)
Thesis
Strudwick, R. An ethnographic study of the culture in a diagnostic imaging department. (Thesis). University of Salford

The aim of this study was to explore the culture in a Diagnostic Imaging Department (DID) with the primary focus on Diagnostic Radiographers (DRs). The objectives were to describe the culture in a DID and highlight the current workplace cultural iss... Read More about An ethnographic study of the culture in a diagnostic imaging department.

The experiences of deaf people on becoming and being qualified mental health nurses : a narrative exploration (2011)
Thesis
Sharples, N. The experiences of deaf people on becoming and being qualified mental health nurses : a narrative exploration. (Thesis). University of Salford

Historically Deaf people have been denied access to professional nurse education due to communication and ideological barriers. The aim of the research was to understand the experiences of the first Deaf qualified nurses before they entered the Pre-r... Read More about The experiences of deaf people on becoming and being qualified mental health nurses : a narrative exploration.

The effects of orthotics on the sensori-motor problems of the foot and ankle after stroke (2011)
Thesis
Sadeghi Demneh, E. The effects of orthotics on the sensori-motor problems of the foot and ankle after stroke. (Thesis). University of Salford

The foot and ankle forms the interface between the body and ground hence stroke related changes impact on mobility but there is little research has considered the foot and ankle post-stroke. This thesis bridges these knowledge gaps to enable clinical... Read More about The effects of orthotics on the sensori-motor problems of the foot and ankle after stroke.

Coronary care nurses : developing an understanding of the decision making process in acute situations (2011)
Thesis
Maharmeh, M. Coronary care nurses : developing an understanding of the decision making process in acute situations. (Thesis). University of Salford

Aim: The aim of this study was to explore the decision making of coronary care nurses in acute situations. More specifically, the study explored how coronary care nurses take their decisions and what are the factors that underpin those decisions. Ba... Read More about Coronary care nurses : developing an understanding of the decision making process in acute situations.

The slump test and posterior thigh disorders (2011)
Thesis
Fowler, E. The slump test and posterior thigh disorders. (Thesis). University of Salford

Introduction: The slump test is used in athletes with suspected hamstring strains to determine the presence of neural mechanosensitivity. Other than cadaveric investigations, limited evidence exists regarding this test with respect to the neuromuscul... Read More about The slump test and posterior thigh disorders.

Making sense of the unbelievable : a biographical narrative study of men's stories of female abuse (2011)
Thesis
Corbally, M. Making sense of the unbelievable : a biographical narrative study of men's stories of female abuse. (Thesis). University of Salford

Intimate partner abuse is a serious social issue. The professional practice of education has a mandate to foster competent health and social care practitioners (biographical caretakers) to appropriately care for others. Presently, there is a lack o... Read More about Making sense of the unbelievable : a biographical narrative study of men's stories of female abuse.

The influence of attachment experiences and mental health issues on offending behaviour of young people in residential care (2011)
Thesis
Connor, C. The influence of attachment experiences and mental health issues on offending behaviour of young people in residential care. (Thesis). University of Salford

As a youth offending officer working with looked after children in residential care it became increasingly difficult for me to reconcile my professional responsibility to compile pre-sentence reports with my personal sense of injustice on behalf of t... Read More about The influence of attachment experiences and mental health issues on offending behaviour of young people in residential care.

Nurses' experience of caring for men with sexual dysfunction in Jordan (2011)
Thesis
Al Momani, M. Nurses' experience of caring for men with sexual dysfunction in Jordan. (Thesis). University of Salford

Worldwide, sexual dysfunction is common among men regardless of age, ethnicity or cultural background therefore it is not unreasonable to assume such a problem exists within Jordan, despite the limited evidence available. This research examines the r... Read More about Nurses' experience of caring for men with sexual dysfunction in Jordan.

The experiences of women from three diverse population groups of immediate skin-to-skin contact with their newborn baby following birth (2010)
Thesis
Finigan, V. The experiences of women from three diverse population groups of immediate skin-to-skin contact with their newborn baby following birth. (Thesis). University of Salford

This study was carried out in a well-established UNICEF Baby Friendly accredited maternity unit in a NHS trust in the North West of England. The culture within this trust was sensitive to the promotion, protection and support of breastfeeding, uphol... Read More about The experiences of women from three diverse population groups of immediate skin-to-skin contact with their newborn baby following birth.

An investigation into the relationship between knee axis alignment and swing phase whip during trans-femoral amputee gait (2010)
Thesis
Qa'dan, W. An investigation into the relationship between knee axis alignment and swing phase whip during trans-femoral amputee gait. (Dissertation). University of Salford

Lateral whip, which is defined as sideward motion of the prosthetic heel away from the line of progression during swing phase of gait, is one of the common gait deviations that trans-femoral amputees exhibit during walking. It poses several negativ... Read More about An investigation into the relationship between knee axis alignment and swing phase whip during trans-femoral amputee gait.

Valuing people and health facilitation : the politics of ambiguity, leadership and capital (2010)
Thesis
Whitehead, C. Valuing people and health facilitation : the politics of ambiguity, leadership and capital. (Thesis). University of Salford

The health needs of people with learning disabilities are greater that those of the general population and yet they have inadequate access to health services. In 2001 the British government published Valuing People which demanded better access to ma... Read More about Valuing people and health facilitation : the politics of ambiguity, leadership and capital.

Establishing a theoretical basis for quality of life measurement (2010)
Thesis
Spence, N. Establishing a theoretical basis for quality of life measurement. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

A literature review established a definition of Quality of Life (QoL) using thematic analysis of the papers retrieved. The QoL definition included subjective and objective elements and multiple domains and acknowledged the gap between present a... Read More about Establishing a theoretical basis for quality of life measurement.

Interpersonal processes and self-injury (2010)
Thesis
Rayner, G. Interpersonal processes and self-injury. (Thesis). University of Salford

Most interventions in health and social care settings reside within a therapeutic relationship. However if the staff member is experiencing difficult emotional reactions or thoughts this can interfere with the process of caring or helping. Staff and... Read More about Interpersonal processes and self-injury.

To compare the efficacy of blood pressure reduction with or without the biochemical profile (2010)
Thesis
Rabasse, P. To compare the efficacy of blood pressure reduction with or without the biochemical profile. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background - Resistant hypertension (RH) is common among adults with hypertension affecting up to 30% of patients on treatment for blood pressure (BP) control. It is predicted to increase, as old age and obesity are considered major risk factors for... Read More about To compare the efficacy of blood pressure reduction with or without the biochemical profile.

Feminist and lesbian strategies of reading and the novels of Sarah Waters and Jeanette Winterson (2010)
Thesis
Luis, C. Feminist and lesbian strategies of reading and the novels of Sarah Waters and Jeanette Winterson. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

This thesis examines strategies of feminist and lesbian reading in relation to the novels of Sarah Waters and Jeanette Winterson, focusing primarily on Waters's Affinity (1999) and The Night Watch (2006), and Winterson's Sexing the Cherry (1989), W... Read More about Feminist and lesbian strategies of reading and the novels of Sarah Waters and Jeanette Winterson.

Children's experiences as hospital in-patients : voice, competence and work (2010)
Thesis
Livesley, J. Children's experiences as hospital in-patients : voice, competence and work. (Thesis). University of Salford

There is growing evidence that children's subjective interpretations of events may differ significantly from those of adults; yet children's voices and children's knowledge regarding hospital care remain largely unexplored. This study was undertaken... Read More about Children's experiences as hospital in-patients : voice, competence and work.

A 3-dimensional assessment and feedback system for ankylosing spondylitis (2010)
Thesis
Li, S. A 3-dimensional assessment and feedback system for ankylosing spondylitis. (Thesis). University of Salford

This research aims to understand how 3-D visualisation can support the assessment of a chronic arthritic condition. The focus is on the assessment and associated feedback of information by the clinician. The assessment of any chronic disease is an... Read More about A 3-dimensional assessment and feedback system for ankylosing spondylitis.

Knee valgus braces and lateral wedge insoles in the treatment of medial tibiofemoral osteoarthritis (2010)
Thesis
Jones, R. Knee valgus braces and lateral wedge insoles in the treatment of medial tibiofemoral osteoarthritis. (Thesis). University of Salford

Osteoarthritis of the knee joint has been shown to develop in approximately 10% of adults over the age of 55, and is nearly ten times more common in the medial than the lateral compartment. This discrepancy is speculated to be the result of increase... Read More about Knee valgus braces and lateral wedge insoles in the treatment of medial tibiofemoral osteoarthritis.