Publications by authors named "K J Griffin"

Background: Health outcomes of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or Intellectual Disability are poor. Yet there is a paucity of nurse education and preparation to care for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disability.

Method: A cross sectional survey of Australian Registered Nurses related to their educational experience, awareness of the national disability support scheme and the concept of making reasonable adjustments.

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Efficient navigation is crucial for the reproductive success of many migratory species, often driven by competing pressures to conserve energy and reduce predation risk. Little is known about how non-homing species achieve this balance. We show that sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus), an ancient extant vertebrate, uses persistent patterns in hydro-geomorphology to quickly and efficiently navigate through complex ecosystems.

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Unlabelled: Congenital titinopathy has recently emerged as one of the most common congenital muscle disorders.

Objective: To better understand the presentation and clinical needs of the under-characterized extreme end of the congenital titinopathy severity spectrum.

Methods: We comprehensively analyzed the clinical, imaging, pathology, autopsy, and genetic findings in 15 severely affected individuals from 11 families.

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This article describes a framework for the development, implementation, and effect of advanced practice provider (APP) grand rounds. A team of certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs), NPs, and physician associates/assistants (PAs) developed and operationalized a grand rounds initiative in 2019. Since January 2020, 34 live monthly learning sessions have been held in person and virtually.

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Background: The Heineke-Mikulicz anoplasty (HMA) is a technique for addressing skin-level postoperative strictures following posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP) and posterior sagittal anorectovaginourethroplasty (PSARVUP). We aimed to evaluate the long-term outcomes with HMA as a treatment for postoperative anal strictures.

Methods: A retrospective review was conducted for patients with a history of ARM who underwent HMA for skin-level anal strictures.

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