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The mean age of the nursing workforce has increased over the last 25 years and as a result a nursing shortage is developing because these nurses are now retirement age. Precepting in a clinical...

In the United States, meniscal lesions represent the most common intra-articular knee injury. In fact, the mean annual incidence of meniscal tears is approximately 60 to 70 per 100,000 patients...

There is a lacking in sufficient, comprehensive sexual health education across the United States. The United States is behind the rest of the developed world in educating adolescents about the...

Honors Project Abstract: Macular Telangiectasia (MacTel) is a rare, late onset, degenerative eye disease whereby the photoreceptors (cones and rods) of the macula become diseased and slowly degenerate...

This study explores indicators of sprinting ability in Division 2 female Track and Field athletes, while also suggesting a protocol for athlete monitoring within the sport of Track and Field...

This study assesses the diversity of the viral genome of Cowpea Mosaic Virus over the course of infection within the plant species Vigna unguiculata. The overarching goal was to create a new lab...

This project aims to create an educational tool that can be used to accompany the Vegetarian and Vegan Athlete’s Plate. The Vegetarian and Vegan Athletes Plate functions as a guide for athletes to...

This study compares the effects of high intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate intensity continuous training (MICT) on blood glucose levels in individuals at high risk for type 2 diabetes...

STIs are increasing in the U.S., particularly among college-age students. One potential factor is the amount of variance among sex education curriculum in the U.S. To combat knowledge gaps and...

This study focuses on the effects of strength-based interventions on the resilience of sophomore nursing majors at Point Loma Nazarene University. Main emerging themes include positive peer to peer...

A greater understanding of the influencing factors and eating habits of college students is essential in creating effective interventions. In 2015 Point Loma Nazarene University received a grant from...

This project developed a program for Latino individuals in the City Heights area focused on preventing adult onset diabetes. A review of the literature demonstrated that multiple barriers put this...

Although much research exists on baseball pitching, there is limited research on baseball hitting to show what factors can best predict bat speed. Using 3D Motion Capture, this study shows how stance...

Maternal mortality rates are a reflection of the overall health and quality of healthcare within a country. While the majority of developed countries have seen a decrease in maternal mortality rates...

This study assessed the PLNU Wellness Center employees’ knowledge of the physical activity guidelines, personal levels of physical activity, and confidence in discussing physical activity. This study...

Pilates, renowned for enhancing core stability and flexibility, holds potential for improving hip function, crucial for pitching performance and injury prevention. This study investigated the impact...

This pilot study assesses differences in the knee biomechanics of two fundamental ballet movements of a grand plié and changement. A marker-based motion capture system and force plates were used to...

This project assesses how the mental health of college students has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Students voluntarily participated in a nationally validated survey to evaluate health...

In the COVID-19 pandemic many students faced social isolation, online schooling, and stressful experiences that led to new highs in depression, anxiety, hopelessness, and loneliness. This study...

This study was intended to quantify the benefits group exercise therapy has on the motor functions and psychological aspects of a person living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and the neuromuscular...

Overtraining is directly linked to the imbalance in athletics between recovery and stress. Both overreaching and overtraining cause a variety of symptoms such as psychological, hormonal, physical, and...

Patellar instability (PI) is a pathology of the patellofemoral joint(PFJ), which consists of the articulation between the patella and the distal femur. It commonly results in recurrent subluxations...

There are several factors that influence a woman’s birth experience. A large portion of these factors is the preparation that she takes for the event of labor. This study focuses on both the...

A Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA) is the most common label ascribed to people who have experienced strokes. Ischemic Stroke, Hemorrhagic Stroke, and Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA) are the most common...

The Kekeli Project seeks to improve the day to day health of individuals in Akatsi, Ghana (West Africa) by empowering lay women to serve as health promoters within their own villages and communities...