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Editors Letter
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Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - December 14, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Miles, J. R. Tags: Editor ' s Letter Source Type: research

Journal of Correctional Health Care: Self-Study Program
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Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Tags: Self-Study Program Source Type: research

Book Review: Correctional health care patient safety handbook
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Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Barnett, B. P. Tags: Book Review Source Type: research

Comparison of Opt-In Versus Opt-Out Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Inmates in a County Jail
This study compares an opt-out approach at intake to opt-in testing during incarceration and estimates the prevalence of common STIs among jail inmates. Data derive from a universal intake pilot testing program (n = 298) and an established, student-led voluntary testing program (n = 1,963), respectively. The adjusted prevalence as well as the odds of testing positive for chlamydia were significantly higher in the opt-out program (p = .025 and .008, respectively) than the opt-in program but not for gonorrhea (p = .402 and .300, respectively). These results demonstrate the potential public health benefit of implementation of...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Shaikh, R. A., Simonsen, K. A., O'Keefe, A., Earley, M., Foxall, M., Islam, K. M., Person, A., Boyle, C., Sandkovsky, U., Margalit, R. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Research Priorities in Correctional Nursing Practice: Results of a Three-Round Delphi Study
Correctional nursing has been recognized as a specialty since 1985, but research to describe and support nursing practice in the criminal justice system has been sparse. The development of a research agenda can stimulate the research necessary to provide an evidence base for specialty practice development. A three-round Delphi study was undertaken to elicit a prioritized list of research topics to guide future research efforts for meaningful results. Six predominant themes emerged from an analysis of top research questions generated by a panel of 18 correctional nursing experts. Research priorities include critical thinkin...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Schoenly, L. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

The Diet of Inmates: An Analysis of a 28-Day Cycle Menu Used in a Large County Jail in the State of Georgia
Given the many well-documented relationships between diet and health, growing medical care expenses for those incarcerated, and limited information on foods served in correctional facilities, this study examined the nutritional adequacy of a 28-day cycle menu used in a large county jail in Georgia. When compared with Dietary Reference Intakes, provisions of energy (female inmates only), sodium, saturated fat, and cholesterol exceeded recommendations. Magnesium, potassium, and vitamins A, D, and E met less than two thirds of recommendations. Compared with MyPlate recommendations, grains were overrepresented, while vegetable...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Cook, E. A., Lee, Y. M., White, B. D., Gropper, S. S. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

The Use of Medically Recommended Intensive Supervision (Medical Parole) in Texas
This article examines how and why the MRIS law was implemented. It also discusses how MRIS is being utilized in Texas. Next, it delineates the MRIS process an offender must endure. The article elaborates on recent legislative attempts to amend the MRIS law. Finally, several conclusions about the use of MRIS in Texas are discussed. (Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care)
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Ethridge, P. A., White, T. G. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

When Caring for Perpetrators Becomes a Sentence: Recognizing Vicarious Trauma
Correctional health nurses are not exempt from vicarious traumatization, but this concept has yet to be explored. Correctional health nurses practice in environments that come with significant risk for traumatic exposure from inmates and coworkers. The Professional Quality of Life Scale was used as a proxy to measure vicarious trauma. Surveys were mailed to 2,000 correctional health nurses that were on the mailing list of the National Commission on Correctional Health Care, with a total response rate of 10.1%. Respondents were asked to complete the Professional Quality of Life Scale and a short demographic survey. Findings...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Munger, T., Savage, T., Panosky, D. M. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Management of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections in a County Correctional Center: A Quality Improvement Project
This article describes the process of implementing an MRSA screening and treatment policy in a county correctional center. (Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care)
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Mullen, L. A., O'Keefe, C. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

The Effect of Blood Glucose Self-Monitoring Among Inmates With Diabetes
The increasing prevalence and risk of complications from diabetes necessitate patient participation and attentiveness to select appropriate foods, perform regular physical activity, and be active in diabetes management and self-maintenance. Diabetes is often largely asymptomatic; consequently, early diagnosis and treatment are necessary. Inmates are a unique population challenged by the increased prevalence of chronic conditions including diabetes. Diabetes standards for inmates contain diagnostic and treatment management guidelines that incorporate personal glucose monitoring for insulin users. In December 2009, the Feder...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Hunter Buskey, R. N., Mathieson, K., Leafman, J. S., Feinglos, M. N. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Alcohol Production, Prevention Strategies, and Inmate Knowledge About the Risk for Botulism From Pruno Consumption in a Correctional Facility--Arizona, 2013
During July to November 2012, two botulism outbreaks (12 cases total) occurred in one all-male prison; both were associated with illicitly brewed alcohol (pruno) consumption. Inmate surveys were conducted to evaluate and develop prevention and education strategies. Qualitative surveys with open-ended questions were performed among inmates from rooms where outbreaks occurred to learn about pruno consumption. Quantitative surveys assessed knowledge gained after the outbreaks and preferred information sources. For the quantitative surveys, 250 inmates were randomly selected by bed from across the correctional facility and 164...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Adams, L. E., Yasmin, S., Briggs, G., Redden, K., Silvas, S., Anderson, S., Weiss, J., Tsang, C. A., Henke, E., Francies, J., Herrick, K., Lira, R., Livar, E., Thompson, G., Sunenshine, R., Robinson, B. F., Bisgard, K. M., Komatsu, K. K. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Outbreak of Botulism After Consumption of Illicit Prison-Brewed Alcohol in a Maximum Security Prison--Arizona, 2012
The authors investigated the second botulism outbreak to occur in a maximum security prison in Arizona within a 4-month period. Botulism was confirmed in eight men aged 20 to 35 years who reported sharing a single batch of pruno made with potatoes. Initial symptoms included blurred vision, slurred speech, muscle weakness, ptosis, and dysphagia. All patients received heptavalent botulinum antitoxin, seven required mechanical ventilation, and all survived. The median incubation period was 29 hours. Sera from all patients and leftover pruno tested positive for botulinum toxin type A. Botulism should be considered among prison...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Yasmin, S., Adams, L., Briggs, G., Weiss, J., Bisgard, K., Anderson, S., Tsang, C., Henke, E., Vasiq, M., Komatsu, K. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Editor's Letter
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Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - September 16, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Miles, J. R. Tags: Editor ' s Letter Source Type: research

Journal of Correctional Health Care: Self-Study Program
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Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - June 17, 2015 Category: Health Management Tags: Self-Study Program Source Type: research

The Risk of Anticoagulant and Antiplatelet Drugs for Primary Prophylaxis of Cardiovascular Disease in Jails and Prisons
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Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - June 17, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Venes, D. Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research