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Knowledge, understanding, and attitudes towards antibiotic use, prescription advice and antibiotic resistance among parents in Greater Manchester. (2024)
Thesis
Poolay Mootien, C. (2024). Knowledge, understanding, and attitudes towards antibiotic use, prescription advice and antibiotic resistance among parents in Greater Manchester. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background:
Antibiotic resistance (ABR) is an important global public health issue. Understanding how much the public knows and understands about ABR is imperative to enable the development of more efficient ways to improve antibiotic stewardship (t... Read More about Knowledge, understanding, and attitudes towards antibiotic use, prescription advice and antibiotic resistance among parents in Greater Manchester..

Improving the after care for deceased organ donor families and friends, an online peer to peer support network (2024)
Thesis
Ditchfield, A. (2024). Improving the after care for deceased organ donor families and friends, an online peer to peer support network. (Thesis). University of Salford

The thesis explores the use of social media to support bereavement aftercare for families/friends of organ donors following the death of their relative. Existing research appraising the aftercare of families/friends post-deceased donation is limited.... Read More about Improving the after care for deceased organ donor families and friends, an online peer to peer support network.

Development of an Industrial Test Platform for Foot Health Device and Footwear Testing (2024)
Thesis
Shahid, Z. (2024). Development of an Industrial Test Platform for Foot Health Device and Footwear Testing. (Thesis). The University of Salford

The current development pathway for medical and non-medical foot health devices faces
challenges. Specifically, medical devices often proceed to clinical testing with limited
functional testing which can result in spiralling costs and ineffective p... Read More about Development of an Industrial Test Platform for Foot Health Device and Footwear Testing.

The Lived Experience of the Student Therapeutic Radiographer when caring for patients with cancer in the clinical placement setting: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (2024)
Thesis
Porritt, B. (2024). The Lived Experience of the Student Therapeutic Radiographer when caring for patients with cancer in the clinical placement setting: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background:
Therapeutic Radiographers and Therapeutic Radiography students are exposed to emotionally demanding situations in their daily care of cancer patients and their family/carers (Society of Radiographers SOR, 2016). The impact of this carin... Read More about The Lived Experience of the Student Therapeutic Radiographer when caring for patients with cancer in the clinical placement setting: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis.

Exploring The Experience of Romantic Relationships and Sexuality Education in Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Young People: Perspectives from Young People, Educational Professionals, and Caregivers (2024)
Thesis
Smusz, M. (2024). Exploring The Experience of Romantic Relationships and Sexuality Education in Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Young People: Perspectives from Young People, Educational Professionals, and Caregivers. (Thesis). University of Salford

The literature indicates that sexuality education provided in schools/colleges in the United Kingdom (UK) may not be appropriate for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). There appears to be a lack of understanding of the subject regarding youn... Read More about Exploring The Experience of Romantic Relationships and Sexuality Education in Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Young People: Perspectives from Young People, Educational Professionals, and Caregivers.

Developing the evidence base for image interpretation and descriptive evaluation by radiographers. (2024)
Thesis
Stevens, B. (2024). Developing the evidence base for image interpretation and descriptive evaluation by radiographers. (Thesis). University of Salford

Introduction
This thesis provides evidence to support the notion of radiographers interpreting radiographic images and providing descriptive evaluations. The role of radiographers providing first line radiographic image interpretation has progressed... Read More about Developing the evidence base for image interpretation and descriptive evaluation by radiographers..

Exploring Awareness and Healthy Lifestyle Behaviours for the Prevention of Hypertension in Rural Communities in Central Uganda (2024)
Thesis
Namuguzi, M. (2024). Exploring Awareness and Healthy Lifestyle Behaviours for the Prevention of Hypertension in Rural Communities in Central Uganda. (Thesis). University of Salford

Abstract
Background
Globally, hypertension is a major risk factor for mortality and most deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. The prevalence of hypertension is highest in the rural communities of Central Uganda where awareness is lowes... Read More about Exploring Awareness and Healthy Lifestyle Behaviours for the Prevention of Hypertension in Rural Communities in Central Uganda.

Examining The Impact Of ISO 15189 2012 Accreditation In An NHS Specialist Pathology Laboratory. A Single Centre Longitudinal Study (2024)
Thesis
Johnson, J. (2024). Examining The Impact Of ISO 15189 2012 Accreditation In An NHS Specialist Pathology Laboratory. A Single Centre Longitudinal Study. (Thesis). University of Salford

Introduction:
Quality and particularly the assurance of quality for service users has become a significant part of healthcare over the years. In an attempt to drive quality, quality improvement strategies such as accreditation have been introduced.... Read More about Examining The Impact Of ISO 15189 2012 Accreditation In An NHS Specialist Pathology Laboratory. A Single Centre Longitudinal Study.

Frontal Plane Proximal and Distal Kinematics; The Relationship with Knee Valgus During Athletic Tasks. (2024)
Thesis
Joyce, V. (2024). Frontal Plane Proximal and Distal Kinematics; The Relationship with Knee Valgus During Athletic Tasks. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background: Knee injuries such as Patellofemoral pain (PFP) and Anterior Cruciate
Ligament (ACL) damage are two of the most prevalent in the active population. The
aetiology of knee injuries is deemed multifactorial. Dynamic Knee valgus (DKV)
demo... Read More about Frontal Plane Proximal and Distal Kinematics; The Relationship with Knee Valgus During Athletic Tasks..

Non-invasive methods of quantifying the composition of the plantar epidermis: The interpretation of data in health, ageing and disease. (2024)
Thesis
Andrews, J. (2024). Non-invasive methods of quantifying the composition of the plantar epidermis: The interpretation of data in health, ageing and disease. (Thesis). The University of Salford

Background
Epidermal composition influences the physical behaviour of the skin and its ability to withstand trauma. This is important on the plantar foot due to the high compression, shear, and torsion forces it is exposed to during weightbearing. P... Read More about Non-invasive methods of quantifying the composition of the plantar epidermis: The interpretation of data in health, ageing and disease..

Identifying and establishing consensus on competencies required by registered nurses working in Kenyan intensive care units: a modified Delphi study (2024)
Thesis
Waweru, B. (2024). Identifying and establishing consensus on competencies required by registered nurses working in Kenyan intensive care units: a modified Delphi study. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background
Nurses form the largest professional group in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) workforce. Their
proficiency in care delivery contributes to improved patient outcomes, reduced morbidity and
mortality, and overall reduced cost of care. Many... Read More about Identifying and establishing consensus on competencies required by registered nurses working in Kenyan intensive care units: a modified Delphi study.

A realist evaluation of expert practices in education and care for children with special educational needs and disability (2024)
Thesis
Clarry, L. (2024). A realist evaluation of expert practices in education and care for children with special educational needs and disability. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background and Purpose
There is a dearth of research into effective expert practices in the education and care of children and young people with special educational needs and disability, particularly regarding outcomes from interventions and the fac... Read More about A realist evaluation of expert practices in education and care for children with special educational needs and disability.

Understanding Intrinsic Risk Factors for Lateral Ankle Sprain in Military Recruits (2024)
Thesis
Alshammari, K. (2024). Understanding Intrinsic Risk Factors for Lateral Ankle Sprain in Military Recruits. (Thesis). University of Salford

Lateral ankle sprain (LAS) is a common injury among physically active individuals. This
PhD study aims to identify the risk factors that contribute to the occurrence of LAS, with
a specific focus on military recruits. The findings of this study wil... Read More about Understanding Intrinsic Risk Factors for Lateral Ankle Sprain in Military Recruits.

Emergency department crowding and its impact on the clinical care and mortality outcomes of stroke patients at the Tema General Hospital in Ghana (2024)
Thesis
Lartey, L. (2024). Emergency department crowding and its impact on the clinical care and mortality outcomes of stroke patients at the Tema General Hospital in Ghana. (Thesis). University of Salford

Stroke is a cardiovascular related disease that commonly presents at the emergency department
(ED) with high mortality rates and lifelong disability. At the ED, overcrowding is a reported
challenge that has impact on the outcome of patient care. Th... Read More about Emergency department crowding and its impact on the clinical care and mortality outcomes of stroke patients at the Tema General Hospital in Ghana.

#Feminist; An Analysis of the meaning and impact of Hashtag Feminism for Young Nigerian Women. (2024)
Thesis
Ayinde-Tukur [formerly Abubakiri], N. (2024). #Feminist; An Analysis of the meaning and impact of Hashtag Feminism for Young Nigerian Women. (Thesis). University of Salford

In recent years, the widespread use of social media, in all cultural contexts, has made them not only an instrument of entertainment, but also a way to communicate and disseminate ideas. This has become particularly important when it comes to the fem... Read More about #Feminist; An Analysis of the meaning and impact of Hashtag Feminism for Young Nigerian Women..

Maternal Antenatal Care Access and Attendance: A Qualitative Study of Midwives’ and Pregnant Women’s Experiences in Kilifi, Kenya (2024)
Thesis
Maina, R. (2024). Maternal Antenatal Care Access and Attendance: A Qualitative Study of Midwives’ and Pregnant Women’s Experiences in Kilifi, Kenya. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background: Antenatal care (ANC) protects against maternal morbidity and mortality.
Maternal mortality remains unacceptably high in sub-Saharan African communities, which is
strongly linked to low antenatal clinic attendance. Despite substantial ev... Read More about Maternal Antenatal Care Access and Attendance: A Qualitative Study of Midwives’ and Pregnant Women’s Experiences in Kilifi, Kenya.

Understanding energy justice through lived experiences in Zimbabwe (2023)
Thesis
Bentley, M. (2023). Understanding energy justice through lived experiences in Zimbabwe. (Thesis). University of Salford

The study aims to understand energy justice through the lived experiences
of householders from Harare Metropolitan Province. In addition, the study
further explores the energy services and drivers of energy poverty rarely
accounted for within ener... Read More about Understanding energy justice through lived experiences in Zimbabwe.

Cultivate Quantitative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Methods to Measure Markers of Health and Translate to Large Scale Cohort Studies (2023)
Thesis
Fitzpatrick, J. (2023). Cultivate Quantitative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Methods to Measure Markers of Health and Translate to Large Scale Cohort Studies. (Thesis). University of Salford

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is an indispensable tool in healthcare and research, with a growing demand for its services. The appeal of MRI stems from its non-ionizing radiation nature, ability to generate high-resolution images of internal organ... Read More about Cultivate Quantitative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Methods to Measure Markers of Health and Translate to Large Scale Cohort Studies.