A laser pulse converges on a target at the heart of the Omega laser facility,
as diagnostic instruments look on.
The overwhelming majority of teachers (68 %) indicated support for this testing program when it is used
as a diagnostic instrument, and even as a accountability tool when similar schools and / or school districts are being compared.
Use a reading score from a state accountability test
as a diagnostic instrument for reading group placement.
The PBS has been used
as a diagnostic instrument and as a measure of behavior, attention, mood, cognitive, sleep, and health problems in several published studies (Max et al., 1997; Max, et al., 1998; Max, Robin et al., 1998; Mayes & Calhoun, 2002, 2004, 2006a, 2006b, 2007a, 2007b; Mayes, Calhoun, & Crowell, 1998, 2000, 2001; Nichols et al., 2000; Wolraich et al., 1994).
Not exact matches
«
As the price and accuracy of rapid
diagnostic tests and other
diagnostic instruments improve, I think we have a chance to really make a difference in clinical settings facing huge burdens of acute undifferentiated febrile infections that I believe are being misdiagnosed,» said Stoler, who also holds a position in the Department of Public Health Sciences at the UM Miller School of Medicine.
The SICI - ICF / SAI measure has been shown to provide the footprints of the specific underlying neurotransmitter deficit, having the potential to be used
as an additional
diagnostic instrument in clinical practice and eventually in clinical trials.
Teachers and principals in many schools reported using
diagnostic assessment
instruments as a basis for identifying struggling students and placing them in remedial programs at the beginning of the school year.
One particular nod to high tech also could be dispensed with, in my opinion: the touch - sensitive electronic screen in the
instrument panel that handles operations of such systems
as the climate control, the radio and the trip computer and also displays the gauges and
diagnostic information, among other things.
Engine
diagnostics (such
as engine warning, low engine oil pressure, and low brake fluid) and trip information are relayed to the driver via an LCD driver information display, which sits between the two main dials in the
instrument panel.
«Henry Schein's companion animal health distribution business is the largest in North America and our customers consistently rely on us for a comprehensive line of products and services, including a full range of veterinary
diagnostics products such
as instruments, consumables and rapid assays,» said Lonnie Shoff, the Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein's Global Animal Health and Strategic Partnership Group.
Carysta HVC is specifically designed for those veterinary practices conducting the highest volume of
diagnostic tests,
as such practices would benefit from the increased throughput of the
instrument.
Use the GDx - Vcc
diagnostic instrument to examine the thickness of the retinal nerve fiber layer
as a step for the early detection of Glaucoma
• Overhauled the operation room operations by providing dedicated assistance to the implementation of surgical robots systems • Wrote a short handbook of SOPs regarding operation room procedures, used
as part of the surgical team training program • Prepared patients by washing and shaving • Sterilized operative areas • Handed over
instruments to surgeons
as and when they ask for them • Assisted in preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis purposes • Operated surgery related equipment such
as lights and suction machines • Assisted in operating
diagnostic equipment
Proficiently assisted dentist with
diagnostic, preventative, general, orthodontic, endodontic, surgical and periodontic procedures.Performed laboratory and radiologic support functions such
as preparing materials and models.Expertly charted conditions of decay and disease to prepare for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.Administered local anesthetics and removed sutures and dressings.Gently and skillfully took and developed radiographs.Maintained proper graphical and perio charting.Consistently followed protocols regarding quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting and emergencies.Delivered preoperative and postoperative care.Greeted and prepared patients for dental examinations.Properly sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.Coordinated appointment schedules for both the dentist and oral surgeon.Reviewed status of waiting room on a routine basis to ensure that patients were being seen in a timely fashion.Correctly arranged
instrument trays prior to dental procedures and surgeries.Duplicated x-rays when requested by insurance companies.
EXPERIENCE Radiology Technologist September 2008 - September 2009 Godwin Corporation, Tripler Army Medical Center, HI Proficient in all clerical aspects of radiology to include patient check - in, informed consent, and use of CHCS and PACS programs Fluoroscopic exams to include pediatric and adult barium enemas, esophagrams, G.I. studies, VCUG's, HSG's, and modified barium swallows Use of portable C - arm in operating room procedures to include orthopedic, spinal, abdominal, urologic, vascular, and interventional radiology cases Operation of stationary C - arm in upper and lower extremity arthrogram studies and lumbar punctures Preparation of contrast material for gastrointestinal, gynecological, urologic, intravenous and intra-arterial studies Inpatient and outpatient
diagnostic x-rays to include upper and lower extremities, cranium, chest and abdomen Proficient in emergency patient care protocol to include CPR, oxygen administration, suction and use of monitoring systems such as EKG and blood pressure equipment Adherence to all radiation protection standards in accordance with ALARA Instruction of Army Radiology students in all aspects of radiography Radiology Specialist (Active Duty) February 2008 - July 2008 U.S. Army, Tripler Army Medical Center, HI Diagnostic radiographic imaging using digital, portable, C - arm and plain film systems Fluoroscopic, orthopedic and operating room radiography utilizing GE, Siemens, Canon, and Fuji equipment Interventional procedures to include aortograms, peripheral and cerebral angiography, venography, femoral runoffs, arthrograms, fistulagrams and lumbar punctures Preparation and set up of sterile field and instruments for interventional and fluoroscopic procedures using proper sterile technique Proper set up and use of intra-arterial and intravenous injector systems Experience with reconstruction, subtraction, road mapping and duplication of digital images Orientation to additional radiology modalities such as ultrasound, MRI, nuclear medicine, CT and m
diagnostic x-rays to include upper and lower extremities, cranium, chest and abdomen Proficient in emergency patient care protocol to include CPR, oxygen administration, suction and use of monitoring systems such
as EKG and blood pressure equipment Adherence to all radiation protection standards in accordance with ALARA Instruction of Army Radiology students in all aspects of radiography Radiology Specialist (Active Duty) February 2008 - July 2008 U.S. Army, Tripler Army Medical Center, HI
Diagnostic radiographic imaging using digital, portable, C - arm and plain film systems Fluoroscopic, orthopedic and operating room radiography utilizing GE, Siemens, Canon, and Fuji equipment Interventional procedures to include aortograms, peripheral and cerebral angiography, venography, femoral runoffs, arthrograms, fistulagrams and lumbar punctures Preparation and set up of sterile field and instruments for interventional and fluoroscopic procedures using proper sterile technique Proper set up and use of intra-arterial and intravenous injector systems Experience with reconstruction, subtraction, road mapping and duplication of digital images Orientation to additional radiology modalities such as ultrasound, MRI, nuclear medicine, CT and m
Diagnostic radiographic imaging using digital, portable, C - arm and plain film systems Fluoroscopic, orthopedic and operating room radiography utilizing GE, Siemens, Canon, and Fuji equipment Interventional procedures to include aortograms, peripheral and cerebral angiography, venography, femoral runoffs, arthrograms, fistulagrams and lumbar punctures Preparation and set up of sterile field and
instruments for interventional and fluoroscopic procedures using proper sterile technique Proper set up and use of intra-arterial and intravenous injector systems Experience with reconstruction, subtraction, road mapping and duplication of digital images Orientation to additional radiology modalities such
as ultrasound, MRI, nuclear medicine, CT and mammography
The structured clinical interviews for Axis I and Axis II DSM - IV36, 37 and the International Personality Disorder Examination38 were used
as screening and
diagnostic instruments.
The test characteristics of a two - question case - fidning
instrument that asks about depressed mood and anhedonia were compared with six common case - finding
instruments, using the Quick
Diagnostic Interview Schedule
as a criterion standard for the diagnosis of major depression.
Key Question # 1 (accuracy of screening tools): Studies on the accuracy of screening tools will be included if they compared a screening
instrument with a valid criterion standard, defined
as a DSM diagnosis of MDD or an ICD diagnosis of depressive episode based on a validated
diagnostic interview procedure, and if they reported data allowing determination of sensitivity and specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value.
Like the AEDC, the MCS was designed
as a population measurement tool rather than a
diagnostic instrument for the identification of children presenting needs that require specialist support services or therapeutic intervention.11 Thus, the MCS measured both successful attainment of these competencies
as well
as vulnerabilities or immaturity of these skills relative to age peers.
The Composite International
Diagnostic Interview (CIDI)
instrument which was used in this study is a lay - administered
instrument which does not include an assessment of several key
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)- IV diagnoses (such
as bipolar disorder and psychosis), which are associated with elevated rates of suicidality.
Sixth, the CIDI
instrument which was used in this study is a lay - administered
instrument which does not include an assessment of several key
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)- IV diagnoses (such
as bipolar disorder and psychosis), which are associated with elevated rates of suicidality.
The validity of Beck depression inventory — short form
as a screening and
diagnostic instrument for moderate and severe depression in medical inpatients