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  • About
  • The Global ETD Search service is a free service for researchers to find electronic theses and dissertations. This service is provided by the Networked Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations.
    Our metadata is collected from universities around the world. If you manage a university/consortium/country archive and want to be added, details can be found on the NDLTD website.
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Dementia care in remote northern communities : perceptions of registered nurses

Andrews, Mary Ellen 22 April 2008
Little is known about Registered Nurses (RNs) and their work in northern Canada and the care of older adults with dementia in this setting. As the prevalence of dementia is predicted to increase over the next 30 years, the purpose of this project was to discover key concepts that depicted salient issues in dementia care in northern Saskatchewan from the perspective of RNs working in northern health care facilities. A sequential exploratory mixed method design was chosen for this study with a qualitative lead complemented by a secondary analysis of quantitative data. <p>Interviews were conducted with 14 RNs, employed in small northern Saskatchewan communities, about their experiences with dementia caregiving and their perceptions of dementia care resources. The grounded theory method used in analysis of the interview data resulted in the construction of the theory, Insulating and Expanding the Awareness of Dementia in Northern Nursing. The study identified three categories of conditions that influenced awareness of dementia: Dementia Care and Community Caregiving, Characteristics of the Northern RN, and Northern Nursing Worklife. The quantitative secondary analysis, using a north-south comparison of data from the national survey (Stewart et al., 2005) in the multi-method study The Nature of Nursing Practice in Rural and Remote Canada (MacLeod et al., 2004), was used to explore contextual elements identified in the grounded theory analysis. The comparison of nursing practice in northern (n = 597) and southern (n = 2154) rural and small town communities found that fewer RNs in northern Canada reported dementia as a client characteristic, worked in long-term care, or in home care nursing positions, compared to RNs in southern Canada. Findings from both the qualitative and quantitative studies contribute to an understanding of the RNs awareness of dementia. Recommendations for increasing the awareness of dementia in northern nursing practice include enhancing the resources and services available to older adults with dementia in small northern communities. It is hoped that further exploration of dementia within northern communities will result in improved care for individuals with dementia and their families.
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Dementia care in remote northern communities : perceptions of registered nurses

Andrews, Mary Ellen 22 April 2008 (has links)
Little is known about Registered Nurses (RNs) and their work in northern Canada and the care of older adults with dementia in this setting. As the prevalence of dementia is predicted to increase over the next 30 years, the purpose of this project was to discover key concepts that depicted salient issues in dementia care in northern Saskatchewan from the perspective of RNs working in northern health care facilities. A sequential exploratory mixed method design was chosen for this study with a qualitative lead complemented by a secondary analysis of quantitative data. <p>Interviews were conducted with 14 RNs, employed in small northern Saskatchewan communities, about their experiences with dementia caregiving and their perceptions of dementia care resources. The grounded theory method used in analysis of the interview data resulted in the construction of the theory, Insulating and Expanding the Awareness of Dementia in Northern Nursing. The study identified three categories of conditions that influenced awareness of dementia: Dementia Care and Community Caregiving, Characteristics of the Northern RN, and Northern Nursing Worklife. The quantitative secondary analysis, using a north-south comparison of data from the national survey (Stewart et al., 2005) in the multi-method study The Nature of Nursing Practice in Rural and Remote Canada (MacLeod et al., 2004), was used to explore contextual elements identified in the grounded theory analysis. The comparison of nursing practice in northern (n = 597) and southern (n = 2154) rural and small town communities found that fewer RNs in northern Canada reported dementia as a client characteristic, worked in long-term care, or in home care nursing positions, compared to RNs in southern Canada. Findings from both the qualitative and quantitative studies contribute to an understanding of the RNs awareness of dementia. Recommendations for increasing the awareness of dementia in northern nursing practice include enhancing the resources and services available to older adults with dementia in small northern communities. It is hoped that further exploration of dementia within northern communities will result in improved care for individuals with dementia and their families.
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Evaluation of Impacts of Climate Change on Water Availability in Umiujaq, Nunavik

Garavito, Mario 06 September 2023 (has links)
Water is key in climate change adaptation. The impacts of climate change will primarily manifest themselves through water, with changes in the frequency and intensity of extreme hydroclimatic events such as floods and droughts. Understanding climate change influence is crucial for assessing future water availability and developing sustainable management plans. Vulnerability to these changes differs by region and community, geographic location, nature of climate change impacts, and human factors. The Nunavik region in northern Canada is experiencing some of the most rapid changes in climate in the world, with disproportionately large temperature increases, alterations in precipitation regimes, and thawing of permafrost, among others. This investigation aims to evaluate the impact of climate change on water availability in the Umiujaq community (Nunavik) and propose strategies to reduce the effects of these impacts. In order to achieve these goals, a hydrological model of the basin has been developed and calibrated using the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT), satellite and local data, and the SWAT Calibration and Uncertainty Programs (SWAT-CUP). Due to a lack of data, a model was first developed for the Grande Riviere de la Baleine watershed (Kuujjuarapik) and then transposed to Umiujaq. The hydrological model was successfully calibrated and validated (NSE = 0.81, RSR = 0.43, PBIAS = 5.2: NSE = 0.68, RSR = 0.56, PBIAS = 0.9). Then, the model was forced with Canadian downscaled climate data (CMIP5) under three emission scenarios (RCP 2.6, RCP4.5, and RCP8.5) to develop a quantitative analysis of the future water cycle's evolution. The results showed a slight increase in precipitation with global warming and a considerable reduction in snow content due to the higher temperatures. A faster and easier snow melting would happen yearly, bringing an earlier streamflow peak in the river. In the worst-case scenario (RCP8.5), the peak streamflow will move from June 17 to May 8 (40 days), which could result in lower water availability during the summer. To address these impacts, two strategies were analyzed: increase the storage capacity of the community and resort to an alternative water source, i.e., groundwater. The first one could be a solution in the short term, while the second one would be more reliable in the long term. However, the community is already facing difficulty in providing a reliable water supply throughout the year, so swift and concerted action from both the community and relevant authorities is of the essence in tackling this issue head-on.
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Investigating Reflections on Social Sustainability: The Case of EU-Funded Projects in Remote Northern Communities

Raaby, Erika January 2019 (has links)
There has been a general population decline in the European Arctic and northern periphery, with out-migration being one of the main drivers. The population is ageing and less able to contribute to the economic welfare. The EU has implemented a series of projects in the region in an attempt to remedy the out-migration and make the regions attractive for further investments and development. The study investigates how actors within a number of EU-funded projects perceived local social sustainability, in their communities and within their projects. It aims to gain a better understanding of what social sustainability means in northern contexts, and how EU-funded projects could improve social sustainability. Using coding inspired by the Arctic Social Indicators, the study mapped perceptions and reflections through conducting a series of interviews with actors attached to EU projects. The results show that a majority of projects potentially have had a higher impact on social sustainability than the actors reflected upon, such as the impact on cultural wellbeing that comes from improving local slow tourism, focussing on local traditions and heritage. The study also finds that transnational cooperation is perceived to be beneficial for socially sustainable outcomes with benefits including knowledge transfer and business cooperation. Transnational cooperation, however, comes with challenges such as communication issues due to language barriers, and policy difficulties when working across borders. Overall the study concludes that the EU projects are perceived to have positive outcomes on the social sustainability in northern communities. Not only did the actors perceive these EU-funded projects to be important for monetary development, but also in creating invaluable bonds between partners.
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Connaissances, attitudes et pratiques face aux chiens et aux morsures dans un contexte autochtone nordique

Daigle, Laurence 07 1900 (has links)
Les morsures de chien dans les communautés autochtones nordiques sont une préoccupation importante, considérant que la rage du renard est endémique au Québec au nord du 55e parallèle. Cette recherche visait à approfondir la compréhension des risques associés aux morsures de chien, en évaluant l’état actuel des connaissances sur ce sujet, puis en investiguant l’occurrence des morsures et les connaissances, attitudes et pratiques liées aux chiens et aux morsures dans deux communautés autochtones nordiques du Québec. D’abord, une revue de la portée a été réalisée et a montré que 0,61 à 59,6/10 000 habitants des communautés autochtones du nord sont mordus annuellement, et que 27 à 63% ont rapporté avoir subi une morsure de chien au cours de leur vie. Les résultats appuient les inquiétudes concernant un risque plus élevé dans ces communautés que dans le reste du Canada et soulignent le manque de connaissance sur les facteurs de risque contextuels et environnementaux. Puis, une étude a été effectuée dans les communautés Naskapi et Innu au nord du Québec et a montré que 21% des participants avaient subi une morsure de chien au cours de leur vie. L’étude a aussi révélé un manque de connaissance et de sensibilisation au risque de contracter la rage et aux mesures de prévention chez les résidents de ces communautés. Cette étude apporte des connaissances importantes pour développer et prioriser les mesures visant à réduire les risques associés aux morsures de chien et la transmission de la rage qui sont adaptées aux communautés autochtones nordiques. / Dog bites in northern Indigenous communities are a significant concern, considering that fox rabies is endemic north of the 55th parallel in the province of Quebec. This research aimed to deepen the understanding of risks associated with dog bites, by assessing the current state of knowledge on this subject, then by investigating the occurrence of dog bites and the knowledge, attitudes and practices related to dogs and bites in two northern Indigenous communities in Quebec. First, a scoping review was conducted and showed that 0.61 to 59.6/10,000 inhabitants of northern Indigenous communities are bitten annually, and that 27 to 63% reported being bitten by a dog during their lifetime. Results support concerns about a higher risk in these communities than the rest of the Canadian population and highlight the need for more research on the contextual and environmental factors that influence this risk. Second, a study was carried out in the Naskapi and Innu communities in northern Quebec and showed that 21% of participants had suffered a dog bite during their lifetime. The study also revealed a lack of knowledge and awareness on the risk of contracting rabies and on preventive measures among inhabitants of these two communities. This study provides important knowledge for developing and prioritizing measures aimed at reducing the risks associated with dog bites and rabies transmission that are adapted to northern Indigenous communities.

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