Selection of CPAP Interface: A Pilot Study to Compare Initial Sleep Technologists' Recommendation of Interface With Patients' Preferred Choice After a Trial of the Interfaces

CHEST Journal ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 148 (4) ◽  
pp. 1060A
Author(s):  
Rui Ya Soh ◽  
Leong Chai Leow ◽  
Song Tar Toh ◽  
Hong Juan Han ◽  
Gan Liang Tan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Selection Of

scholarly journals Potential for Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) in South Bihar, India

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 3502
Author(s):  
Somnath Bandyopadhyay ◽  
Aviram Sharma ◽  
Satiprasad Sahoo ◽  
Kishore Dhavala ◽  
Prabhakar Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Hard Rock ◽  
Climatic Conditions ◽  
Aquifer Storage And Recovery ◽  
Aquifer Recharge ◽  
Aquifer Storage ◽  
Cropping Season ◽  
Selection Of ◽  
Surface Technique

Among the several options of managed aquifer recharge (MAR) techniques, the aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) is a well-known sub-surface technique to replenish depleted aquifers, which is contingent upon the selection of appropriate sites. This paper explores the potential of ASR for groundwater recharge in the hydrological, hydrogeological, social, and economic context of South Bihar in India. Based on the water samples from more than 137 wells and socio-economic surveys, ASR installations were piloted through seven selected entrepreneurial farmers in two villages of South Bihar. The feasibility of ASR in both hard rock and deep alluvial aquifers was demonstrated for the prominent aquifer types in the marginal alluvial plains of South Bihar and elsewhere. It was postulated through this pilot study that a successful spread of ASR in South Bihar can augment usable water resources for agriculture during the winter cropping season. More importantly, ASR can adapt to local circumstances and challenges under changing climatic conditions. The flexible and participatory approach in this pilot study also allowed the farmers to creatively engage with the design and governance aspects of the recharge pit. The entrepreneurial farmers-led model builds local accountability, creates avenues for private investments, and opens up the space for continued innovation in technology and management, while also committing to resource distributive justice and environmental sustainability.

Prerecorded Instructions for Teaching Food Preparation Skills

1975 ◽  
Vol 69 (10) ◽  
pp. 457-460
Author(s):  
Gloria J. Fuller ◽  
Elizabeth Hillier ◽  
Florence Mckinney ◽  
Ruth Pestle
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Food Preparation ◽  
Cassette Tape ◽  
Specific Skill ◽  
Selection Of ◽  
Blind Students

This article fully describes the selection of ingredient measurement as the specific skill to be taught, preparation of a script, pretesting, review by experts, recording on a cassette tape, and testing the tape with five blind students in a school for the blind. The result of this pilot study was that it was found that some blind students can indeed learn through the use of prerecorded instructions. Specific tips and recommendations for the preparation of prerecorded instructional tapes are presented.

USABILITY OF DIGITAL MEDIA IN PATIENTS WITH COPD: A PILOT STUDY

2013 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 162-165 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amy Cheung ◽  
Anton Janssen ◽  
Oliver Amft ◽  
Emiel F. M. Wouters ◽  
Martijn A. Spruit
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Digital Media ◽  
Response Speed ◽  
Fast Response ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Chronic Obstructive ◽  
Digital Medium ◽  
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ◽  
Tele Monitoring ◽  
Selection Of

Background: Digital media can be integrated in tele-monitoring solutions, serving as the main interface between the patient and the caregiver. Consequently, the selection of the most appropriate digital medium for the specified target group is critical to ensure compliance with the tele-monitoring system.Objectives: This pilot study aims to gather insights from patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on the ease-of-use, efficacy, effectiveness, and satisfaction of different types of digital media.Methods: Five off-the-shelf digital media devices were tested on nine patients at CIRO+ in Horn, The Netherlands. Usability was evaluated by asking patients to use each device to answer questions related to their symptoms and health status. Subsequently, patients completed a paper-based device usability questionnaire, which assessed prior experience with digital media, device dimensions, device controllability, response speed, screen readability, ease-of-use, and overall satisfaction. After testing all the devices, patients ranked the devices according to their preference.Results: We identified the netbook as the preferred type of device due to its good controllability, fast response time, and large screen size. The smartphone was the least favorite device as patients found the size of the screen to be too small, which made it difficult to interact with.Conclusion: The pilot study has provided important insights to guide the selection of the most appropriate type of digital medium for implementation in tele-monitoring solutions for patients with COPD. As the digital medium is an important interface to the patient in tele-monitoring solutions, it is essential that patients feel motivated to interact with the digital medium on a regular basis.

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