Publications by authors named "M I Lorber"
Background: The use of immersive technology in healthcare education is on the rise, yet its impact on learner engagement, knowledge retention, and specifically in areas like hand hygiene training, remains underexplored. The aim of this scoping review was to summarize the existing studies of immersive technology in hand hygiene training of healthcare providers and health professions students.
Methods: A scoping review following the Levac et al.
The Role of Visualization in Estimating Cardiovascular Disease Risk: Scoping Review.
JMIR Public Health Surveill
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- * The objective is to identify and evaluate the most commonly used visualization techniques for estimating CVD risk through a systematic review of existing literature.
- * After screening 774 articles, 17 relevant studies were included, showcasing a variety of methods for estimating CVD risk, ranging from simple models that don't require lab tests to more complex recommendations by health organizations.
The review examines the long-term impact of community psychiatric care on improving the quality of life of people with schizophrenia. It addresses the global burden of this disorder and the need for effective community-based care strategies. A systematic literature search was conducted in databases such as CINAHL, Medline, Web of Science, Sage and ScienceDirect, with the search lasting until March 2024 and following the PRISMA guidelines.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInfection control is crucial for high-quality patient care. One of the most effective and commonly used infection control procedures is hand hygiene which, it is known, requires repeated refresher training. There are many ways to educate healthcare professionals about hand hygiene, including the use of mobile applications (apps).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's web-based behavioral parent training (BPT) program, Essentials for Parenting Toddlers and Preschoolers (EfP), uses a psychoeducational approach to promote positive parenting and address common parenting challenges. The purpose of this study was to assess the effects of EfP on parenting behavior and whether implementation format impacted behavioral outcomes.
Methods: A sample of 200 parents of 2- to 4-year-old children were recruited via Internet advertising.