This exercise aims to practice and experience mindful listening. Participants reflect on the most important thing learned from training and discuss it with a colleague. They observe thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations when speaking and listening. The goal is twofold: to reflect on past training and familiarize with mindful listening, which involves listening completely without interrupting or thinking ahead. Mindful listening can create stillness for both speaker and listener by allowing the speaker to feel free of prejudices and the listener free of inner chatter.
American Student Achievement Institute has released this presentation and I found it quite useful. With acknowledgement to their contribution I share it with all who are in ned of it.
American Student Achievement Institute has released this presentation and I found it quite useful. With acknowledgement to their contribution I share it with all who are in ned of it.
ELT MOOC by Jason R. Levine on WiziQ.
This is a professional development massive Open Online Course in listening and pronunciation techniques.
Active listening presentation by Dr. Nellie Deutsch.
MOOC team organisers:
Dr. Nellie Deutsch
Sylvia Guinan
Improve your listening skills for enhanced performance, reputationTom Fuszard
Listening skills are so important today. Daily pressures—brought upon by technology, ever-increasing demand on our time, and our own desire to exceed expectations—make it increasingly more difficult to deliver the high quality of service everyone deserves.
Yet deliver we must. In this presentation, we explain the importance of listening well, review many of the obstacles to this process, and cover several tactics that ensure you always offer your undivided attention, regardless of the circumstances.
The listening skill
DEFINITION AND EXAMPLES
Why we listen?
The skill of listening
Sounds , Vowels and Consonants
Word stress?
Sentence stress?
Intonation?
Some exercises for the development of listening skill
Graded practice exercises
Types of classroom listening performance
Some principles of teaching listening comprehension
Graphical Description
Conclusion
ELT MOOC by Jason R. Levine on WiziQ.
This is a professional development massive Open Online Course in listening and pronunciation techniques.
Active listening presentation by Dr. Nellie Deutsch.
MOOC team organisers:
Dr. Nellie Deutsch
Sylvia Guinan
Improve your listening skills for enhanced performance, reputationTom Fuszard
Listening skills are so important today. Daily pressures—brought upon by technology, ever-increasing demand on our time, and our own desire to exceed expectations—make it increasingly more difficult to deliver the high quality of service everyone deserves.
Yet deliver we must. In this presentation, we explain the importance of listening well, review many of the obstacles to this process, and cover several tactics that ensure you always offer your undivided attention, regardless of the circumstances.
The listening skill
DEFINITION AND EXAMPLES
Why we listen?
The skill of listening
Sounds , Vowels and Consonants
Word stress?
Sentence stress?
Intonation?
Some exercises for the development of listening skill
Graded practice exercises
Types of classroom listening performance
Some principles of teaching listening comprehension
Graphical Description
Conclusion
Most approaches to mindfulness are geared toward the individual level and not the social or community level to which traditional mindfulness methods were targeted. It is not only about our own personal growth but the enlightenment of the community as a whole. We are never separate. And this insight is fundamental for any effective wellbeing effort (workplace or otherwise). This experiential webinar will feature a cursory overview of mindfulness (definition, measurement, practices) and participants will be invited to complete introspective surveys about their own mindfulness to help ground the social conversation for the webinar. We will then contemplate seven different ways in which wellness champions can show up in a mindful way within the social context (community or sangha) of their work setting. These are listed below. Participants will be invited to self-assess their capacity for each and given tools to continue developing each.
· The Values Clarifier (Your Cause, Calling, or Legacy)
· The Intentional Centerer (Breathe…Breathe…Breathe)
· The Heedful Relater (Loving Kindness)
· The Compassionate Nudger (Mindfully Encourage)
· The Knower of Impact (Integrity, Foresight, and Social Contagion)
· The Thriver (All Stress is Grist for the Mill)
· The Garnerer of Trust (We are One)
Learning Objectives
1) Define mindfulness and identify at least one measure and practice of mindfulness
2) Distinguish intra-personal mindfulness from inter-personal mindfulness
3) Identify seven different ways that wellness champion may embody mindfulness in their interactions with others
About The Presenters
Dr. Joel Bennett President
Organizational Wellness & Learning Systems
Website: www.organizationalwellness.com
Joel Bennett, PhD, is President of Organizational Wellness & Learning Systems (OWLS), a consulting firm that specializes in evidence-based wellness and e-learning technologies to promote organizational health and employee well-being. Dr. Bennett first delivered stress management programming in 1985 and OWLS programs have since reached over 30,000 workers across the United States.
Lindsay Simone, Manager of Wellness Programs
ACEC Life & Health Trust
Lindsay currently serves as Manager of Wellness Programs for the Designed Wellness program that is offered to all firms that are members of and have medical insurance coverage through ACEC Life & Health Trust. She graduated from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and received a Masters in Wellness Management and Business from Ball State University.
This PPT speaks about the Power of Communication and the Importance of the same in & out of Businesses & Organisations.
It is fun PPT with simple gestures & easy references which makes it light and knowledgable slides.
Great for Education Institutions - Schools & Colleges as well as Organisations
6 Key Relaxation Practices To Find Peace And Serenity epic solutions
Reducing stress and anxiety is an effective method for increasing your overall health and well-being. By practicing stress reduction techniques, you are improving your overall quality of life and longevity.
Objectives
Define mindfulness
Discuss how mindfulness can be beneficial
Differentiate it from meditation
Explore the concepts of mindfulness
Identify Mindfulness Activities
Mindfulness teaches us to focus our attention on what is happening at the moment, the now. The exercises are a form of training your attention. During pregnancy, we want to help you to be the driver of your thoughts instead of your thoughts driving you.
During this session, you will learn a technique called, the body scan. It will assist you to remain focused and connected to the present moment and thereby be positively focused during the pregnancy.
Meditation is a practice of mindfulness and concentration that can allow you to gain important insights about yourself and the world around you. For those looking to better understand themselves and experience self-discovery, meditation can help you calm your mind and better evaluate your life. However, meditation alone will not grant you personal insights. By regularly meditating and living a more thoughtful life, you may be able to better understand who you are and what you are capable of.
Meditation is a practice of mindfulness and concentration that can allow you to gain important insights about yourself and the world around you. For those looking to better understand themselves and experience self-discovery, meditation can help you calm your mind and better evaluate your life. However, meditation alone will not grant you personal insights. By regularly meditating and living a more thoughtful life, you may be able to better understand who you are and what you are capable of.
Defecation
Normal defecation begins with movement in the left colon, moving stool toward the anus. When stool reaches the rectum, the distention causes relaxation of the internal sphincter and an awareness of the need to defecate. At the time of defecation, the external sphincter relaxes, and abdominal muscles contract, increasing intrarectal pressure and forcing the stool out
The Valsalva maneuver exerts pressure to expel faeces through a voluntary contraction of the abdominal muscles while maintaining forced expiration against a closed airway. Patients with cardiovascular disease, glaucoma, increased intracranial pressure, or a new surgical wound are at greater risk for cardiac dysrhythmias and elevated blood pressure with the Valsalva maneuver and need to avoid straining to pass the stool.
Normal defecation is painless, resulting in passage of soft, formed stool
CONSTIPATION
Constipation is a symptom, not a disease. Improper diet, reduced fluid intake, lack of exercise, and certain medications can cause constipation. For example, patients receiving opiates for pain after surgery often require a stool softener or laxative to prevent constipation. The signs of constipation include infrequent bowel movements (less than every 3 days), difficulty passing stools, excessive straining, inability to defecate at will, and hard feaces
IMPACTION
Fecal impaction results from unrelieved constipation. It is a collection of hardened feces wedged in the rectum that a person cannot expel. In cases of severe impaction the mass extends up into the sigmoid colon.
DIARRHEA
Diarrhea is an increase in the number of stools and the passage of liquid, unformed feces. It is associated with disorders affecting digestion, absorption, and secretion in the GI tract. Intestinal contents pass through the small and large intestine too quickly to allow for the usual absorption of fluid and nutrients. Irritation within the colon results in increased mucus secretion. As a result, feces become watery, and the patient is unable to control the urge to defecate. Normally an anal bag is safe and effective in long-term treatment of patients with fecal incontinence at home, in hospice, or in the hospital. Fecal incontinence is expensive and a potentially dangerous condition in terms of contamination and risk of skin ulceration
HEMORRHOIDS
Hemorrhoids are dilated, engorged veins in the lining of the rectum. They are either external or internal.
FLATULENCE
As gas accumulates in the lumen of the intestines, the bowel wall stretches and distends (flatulence). It is a common cause of abdominal fullness, pain, and cramping. Normally intestinal gas escapes through the mouth (belching) or the anus (passing of flatus)
FECAL INCONTINENCE
Fecal incontinence is the inability to control passage of feces and gas from the anus. Incontinence harms a patient’s body image
PREPARATION AND GIVING OF LAXATIVESACCORDING TO POTTER AND PERRY,
An enema is the instillation of a solution into the rectum and sig
CHAPTER 1 SEMESTER V - ROLE OF PEADIATRIC NURSE.pdfSachin Sharma
Pediatric nurses play a vital role in the health and well-being of children. Their responsibilities are wide-ranging, and their objectives can be categorized into several key areas:
1. Direct Patient Care:
Objective: Provide comprehensive and compassionate care to infants, children, and adolescents in various healthcare settings (hospitals, clinics, etc.).
This includes tasks like:
Monitoring vital signs and physical condition.
Administering medications and treatments.
Performing procedures as directed by doctors.
Assisting with daily living activities (bathing, feeding).
Providing emotional support and pain management.
2. Health Promotion and Education:
Objective: Promote healthy behaviors and educate children, families, and communities about preventive healthcare.
This includes tasks like:
Administering vaccinations.
Providing education on nutrition, hygiene, and development.
Offering breastfeeding and childbirth support.
Counseling families on safety and injury prevention.
3. Collaboration and Advocacy:
Objective: Collaborate effectively with doctors, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for children.
Objective: Advocate for the rights and best interests of their patients, especially when children cannot speak for themselves.
This includes tasks like:
Communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
Identifying and addressing potential risks to child welfare.
Educating families about their child's condition and treatment options.
4. Professional Development and Research:
Objective: Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in pediatric healthcare through continuing education and research.
Objective: Contribute to improving the quality of care for children by participating in research initiatives.
This includes tasks like:
Attending workshops and conferences on pediatric nursing.
Participating in clinical trials related to child health.
Implementing evidence-based practices into their daily routines.
By fulfilling these objectives, pediatric nurses play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal health and well-being of children throughout all stages of their development.
CRISPR-Cas9, a revolutionary gene-editing tool, holds immense potential to reshape medicine, agriculture, and our understanding of life. But like any powerful tool, it comes with ethical considerations.
Unveiling CRISPR: This naturally occurring bacterial defense system (crRNA & Cas9 protein) fights viruses. Scientists repurposed it for precise gene editing (correction, deletion, insertion) by targeting specific DNA sequences.
The Promise: CRISPR offers exciting possibilities:
Gene Therapy: Correcting genetic diseases like cystic fibrosis.
Agriculture: Engineering crops resistant to pests and harsh environments.
Research: Studying gene function to unlock new knowledge.
The Peril: Ethical concerns demand attention:
Off-target Effects: Unintended DNA edits can have unforeseen consequences.
Eugenics: Misusing CRISPR for designer babies raises social and ethical questions.
Equity: High costs could limit access to this potentially life-saving technology.
The Path Forward: Responsible development is crucial:
International Collaboration: Clear guidelines are needed for research and human trials.
Public Education: Open discussions ensure informed decisions about CRISPR.
Prioritize Safety and Ethics: Safety and ethical principles must be paramount.
CRISPR offers a powerful tool for a better future, but responsible development and addressing ethical concerns are essential. By prioritizing safety, fostering open dialogue, and ensuring equitable access, we can harness CRISPR's power for the benefit of all. (2998 characters)
Struggling with intense fears that disrupt your life? At Renew Life Hypnosis, we offer specialized hypnosis to overcome fear. Phobias are exaggerated fears, often stemming from past traumas or learned behaviors. Hypnotherapy addresses these deep-seated fears by accessing the subconscious mind, helping you change your reactions to phobic triggers. Our expert therapists guide you into a state of deep relaxation, allowing you to transform your responses and reduce anxiety. Experience increased confidence and freedom from phobias with our personalized approach. Ready to live a fear-free life? Visit us at Renew Life Hypnosis..
Antibiotic Stewardship by Anushri Srivastava.pptxAnushriSrivastav
Stewardship is the act of taking good care of something.
Antimicrobial stewardship is a coordinated program that promotes the appropriate use of antimicrobials (including antibiotics), improves patient outcomes, reduces microbial resistance, and decreases the spread of infections caused by multidrug-resistant organisms.
WHO launched the Global Antimicrobial Resistance and Use Surveillance System (GLASS) in 2015 to fill knowledge gaps and inform strategies at all levels.
ACCORDING TO apic.org,
Antimicrobial stewardship is a coordinated program that promotes the appropriate use of antimicrobials (including antibiotics), improves patient outcomes, reduces microbial resistance, and decreases the spread of infections caused by multidrug-resistant organisms.
ACCORDING TO pewtrusts.org,
Antibiotic stewardship refers to efforts in doctors’ offices, hospitals, long term care facilities, and other health care settings to ensure that antibiotics are used only when necessary and appropriate
According to WHO,
Antimicrobial stewardship is a systematic approach to educate and support health care professionals to follow evidence-based guidelines for prescribing and administering antimicrobials
In 1996, John McGowan and Dale Gerding first applied the term antimicrobial stewardship, where they suggested a causal association between antimicrobial agent use and resistance. They also focused on the urgency of large-scale controlled trials of antimicrobial-use regulation employing sophisticated epidemiologic methods, molecular typing, and precise resistance mechanism analysis.
Antimicrobial Stewardship(AMS) refers to the optimal selection, dosing, and duration of antimicrobial treatment resulting in the best clinical outcome with minimal side effects to the patients and minimal impact on subsequent resistance.
According to the 2019 report, in the US, more than 2.8 million antibiotic-resistant infections occur each year, and more than 35000 people die. In addition to this, it also mentioned that 223,900 cases of Clostridoides difficile occurred in 2017, of which 12800 people died. The report did not include viruses or parasites
VISION
Being proactive
Supporting optimal animal and human health
Exploring ways to reduce overall use of antimicrobials
Using the drugs that prevent and treat disease by killing microscopic organisms in a responsible way
GOAL
to prevent the generation and spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Doing so will preserve the effectiveness of these drugs in animals and humans for years to come.
being to preserve human and animal health and the effectiveness of antimicrobial medications.
to implement a multidisciplinary approach in assembling a stewardship team to include an infectious disease physician, a clinical pharmacist with infectious diseases training, infection preventionist, and a close collaboration with the staff in the clinical microbiology laboratory
to prevent antimicrobial overuse, misuse and abuse.
to minimize the developme
QA Paediatric dentistry department, Hospital Melaka 2020Azreen Aj
QA study - To improve the 6th monthly recall rate post-comprehensive dental treatment under general anaesthesia in paediatric dentistry department, Hospital Melaka
India Clinical Trials Market: Industry Size and Growth Trends [2030] Analyzed...Kumar Satyam
According to TechSci Research report, "India Clinical Trials Market- By Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2030F," the India Clinical Trials Market was valued at USD 2.05 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.64% through 2030. The market is driven by a variety of factors, making India an attractive destination for pharmaceutical companies and researchers. India's vast and diverse patient population, cost-effective operational environment, and a large pool of skilled medical professionals contribute significantly to the market's growth. Additionally, increasing government support in streamlining regulations and the growing prevalence of lifestyle diseases further propel the clinical trials market.
Growing Prevalence of Lifestyle Diseases
The rising incidence of lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer is a major trend driving the clinical trials market in India. These conditions necessitate the development and testing of new treatment methods, creating a robust demand for clinical trials. The increasing burden of these diseases highlights the need for innovative therapies and underscores the importance of India as a key player in global clinical research.
CHAPTER 1 SEMESTER V PREVENTIVE-PEDIATRICS.pdfSachin Sharma
This content provides an overview of preventive pediatrics. It defines preventive pediatrics as preventing disease and promoting children's physical, mental, and social well-being to achieve positive health. It discusses antenatal, postnatal, and social preventive pediatrics. It also covers various child health programs like immunization, breastfeeding, ICDS, and the roles of organizations like WHO, UNICEF, and nurses in preventive pediatrics.
R3 Stem Cells and Kidney Repair A New Horizon in Nephrology.pptxR3 Stem Cell
R3 Stem Cells and Kidney Repair: A New Horizon in Nephrology" explores groundbreaking advancements in the use of R3 stem cells for kidney disease treatment. This insightful piece delves into the potential of these cells to regenerate damaged kidney tissue, offering new hope for patients and reshaping the future of nephrology.
Global launch of the Healthy Ageing and Prevention Index 2nd wave – alongside...ILC- UK
The Healthy Ageing and Prevention Index is an online tool created by ILC that ranks countries on six metrics including, life span, health span, work span, income, environmental performance, and happiness. The Index helps us understand how well countries have adapted to longevity and inform decision makers on what must be done to maximise the economic benefits that comes with living well for longer.
Alongside the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva on 28 May 2024, we launched the second version of our Index, allowing us to track progress and give new insights into what needs to be done to keep populations healthier for longer.
The speakers included:
Professor Orazio Schillaci, Minister of Health, Italy
Dr Hans Groth, Chairman of the Board, World Demographic & Ageing Forum
Professor Ilona Kickbusch, Founder and Chair, Global Health Centre, Geneva Graduate Institute and co-chair, World Health Summit Council
Dr Natasha Azzopardi Muscat, Director, Country Health Policies and Systems Division, World Health Organisation EURO
Dr Marta Lomazzi, Executive Manager, World Federation of Public Health Associations
Dr Shyam Bishen, Head, Centre for Health and Healthcare and Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum
Dr Karin Tegmark Wisell, Director General, Public Health Agency of Sweden
2. The goal of this exercise, as follows:
“We often think about the past or future when listening to another person talk. When we do that, we are
actually not listening at all. Instead of being in the moment and fully absorbing both the words and content
from the speaker, other activities occur in our minds, such as planning our reply or thinking about what we
should have said. In this exercise, you are going to practice and experience what mindful listening means.”
Think about the most important thing you have learned during this training. In 2 to 5 minutes, reflect on your
insights, tell a colleague about what you have learned. Ask them to tell you what they have learned : one story
at a time, listen carefully to what the other person has to say.
Pay attention to how it feels to talk about your personal experiences. Observe your own thoughts, feelings,
and body sensations both when talking and listening.
Exercise: Mindful Reflection
3. REVIEWING THE EXERCISE
• How did you feel when speaking during the exercise?
• How did you feel when listening during the exercise?
• Did you notice your mind-wandering?
• If so, what was the distraction?
• What helped you bring your attention back to the present?
• Did your mind judge while listening to others?
• If so, how did “judging” make your body feel?
• How did your body feel right after speaking?
• What are you feeling right now?
• Do you think mindful listening would change the way you interact with others?
THE GOAL OF THE EXERCISE
The goal of this exercise is twofold. First, this exercise requires you to reflect on the past seven training sessions. Second, this exercise familiarizes you with
mindful listening. Mindful listening is an important skill. In general, people thrive when they feel fully “heard” and “seen”. Mindful listening means listening
completely to the other person. Instead of interrupting the person, trying to tell one’s own story or thinking ahead, the listener is fully present in this moment.
Mindful listening involves a form of self-regulation in which the focus on the self is set aside. Mindful listening can create an inner stillness in both parties, as the
speaker may feel free of the listener’s preconceptions and prejudices while the listener may be free of inner chatter.
Exercise: Mindful Reflection
4. Exercise: Mindful Reflection
think about the most
important thing you
learned during this
training
How did you feel
when speaking
during the exercise?
How did you feel
when listening during
the exercise?
Did you notice your
mind-wandering?
If so, what was the
distraction?
What helped you
bring your attention
back to the present?
Did your mind judge
while listening to
others?
If so, how did
“judging” make your
body feel?
How did your body
feel right after
speaking?
What are you feeling
right now?
Do you think mindful
listening would
change the way you
interact with others?
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STEP 3: EXERCISE – MINDFUL REFLECTION
Prior to starting the exercise, inform participants about the goal of this exercise, as follows:
“We often think about the past or future when listening to another person talk. When we do that, we are actually not listening at all. Instead of being in the moment and fully absorbing both the words and content from the speaker, other activities occur in our minds, such as planning our reply or thinking about what we should have said. In this exercise, you are going to practice and experience what mindful listening means.”
Ask participants to think about the most important thing they learned during this training. In 2 to 5 minutes, allow each participant to share insights with the group: one story at a time, with everyone else listening.
Before participants start sharing their stories, invite them to direct attention to how it feels to talk about their personal experiences. Participants are instructed to observe their own thoughts, feelings, and body sensations both when talking and listening.
REVIEWING THE EXERCISE
Together with the group, discuss the following reflective questions:
How did you feel when speaking during the exercise?
How did you feel when listening during the exercise?
Did you notice your mind-wandering?
If so, what was the distraction?
What helped you bring your attention back to the present?
Did your mind judge while listening to others?
If so, how did “judging” make your body feel?
How did your body feel right after speaking?
What are you feeling right now?
Do you think mindful listening would change the way you interact with others?
EXPLAINING THE GOAL OF THE EXERCISE
The goal of this exercise is twofold. First, this exercise requires participants to reflect on the past seven training sessions. Second, this exercise familiarizes participants with mindful listening. Mindful listening is an important skill. In general, people thrive when they feel fully “heard” and “seen”. Mindful listening means listening completely to the other person. Instead of interrupting the person, trying to tell one’s own story or thinking ahead, the listener is fully present in this moment. Mindful listening involves a form of self-regulation in which the focus on the self is set aside. Mindful listening can create an inner stillness in both parties, as the speaker may feel free of the listener’s preconceptions and prejudices while the listener may be free of inner chatter.
STEP 3: EXERCISE – MINDFUL REFLECTION
Prior to starting the exercise, inform participants about the goal of this exercise, as follows:
“We often think about the past or future when listening to another person talk. When we do that, we are actually not listening at all. Instead of being in the moment and fully absorbing both the words and content from the speaker, other activities occur in our minds, such as planning our reply or thinking about what we should have said. In this exercise, you are going to practice and experience what mindful listening means.”
Ask participants to think about the most important thing they learned during this training. In 2 to 5 minutes, allow each participant to share insights with the group: one story at a time, with everyone else listening.
Before participants start sharing their stories, invite them to direct attention to how it feels to talk about their personal experiences. Participants are instructed to observe their own thoughts, feelings, and body sensations both when talking and listening.
REVIEWING THE EXERCISE
Together with the group, discuss the following reflective questions:
How did you feel when speaking during the exercise?
How did you feel when listening during the exercise?
Did you notice your mind-wandering?
If so, what was the distraction?
What helped you bring your attention back to the present?
Did your mind judge while listening to others?
If so, how did “judging” make your body feel?
How did your body feel right after speaking?
What are you feeling right now?
Do you think mindful listening would change the way you interact with others?
EXPLAINING THE GOAL OF THE EXERCISE
The goal of this exercise is twofold. First, this exercise requires participants to reflect on the past seven training sessions. Second, this exercise familiarizes participants with mindful listening. Mindful listening is an important skill. In general, people thrive when they feel fully “heard” and “seen”. Mindful listening means listening completely to the other person. Instead of interrupting the person, trying to tell one’s own story or thinking ahead, the listener is fully present in this moment. Mindful listening involves a form of self-regulation in which the focus on the self is set aside. Mindful listening can create an inner stillness in both parties, as the speaker may feel free of the listener’s preconceptions and prejudices while the listener may be free of inner chatter.