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Completed applied research (end year 2020 – 2025):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Title<\/strong><\/th>Period<\/strong><\/th>Responsible researcher(s)<\/strong><\/th>The aim of the project<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
\u201eThe Lifestyle and Health Indicators Among Physiotherapy Students\u201d
 <\/td>		2021 – 2025<\/td>Ivi Vaher<\/td>The aim is to determine by using a longitudinal study Tartu Health Care College physiotherapy students\u2019 lifestyle and health indicators and the changes and relationships between these indicators throughout the study period.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201cSuitability of the Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) Method in the Selection Process of Applicants for Basic Nursing Education \u2013 A Qualitative Study\u201d

<\/td>		January 2025 – June 2025<\/td>Merle Varik, Reet Urban, Kristin Hamel, Gerli M\u00f5ts, Marika Laidvere <\/td>The aim of the study is to describe the experiences of committee members and students regarding the suitability of the Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) method in the admission process for applicants to basic nursing education. The results of the study will serve as input for improving the admission interview method applied in the nursing curriculum and for developing activities related to preventing dropout.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201cReadiness and Needs of Family Nurses and Family Doctors\u2019 Expectations for Family Nurses in Estonian Primary Health Care\u201d<\/td>2023 – 2025<\/td>Sirje Sammul<\/td>The aim of the study is to map the readiness and needs of family nurses working in Estonian primary health care using NPC and DNAT metrics, as well as family doctors\u2019 assessments of family nurses using the DNAT metric. The study provides input for the development of e-learning materials and\/or training, considering the professional development needs of family nurses.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201cNursing Curriculum Students\u2019 Assessment of Learning During Clinical Practice, Evaluation of the Clinical Practice Environment and Supervision, and Feedback from Clinical Practice Supervisors on the Performance of Clinical Practice\u201d<\/td>2023 \u2013 2025 
 
<\/td>		Marit Kiljako, Heli-Kaja K\u00fcbarsepp <\/td>The project aims to develop the clinical practice of the nursing curriculum at Tartu Applied Health Sciences University by examining students\u2019 assessments of learning during clinical practice and feedback from clinical practice supervisors on the performance and achievement of outcomes. <\/td><\/tr>
\u201eEmpowering Informal Caregivers Providing Long-Term Care for an Adult Relative Through Training Courses \u201c<\/td>2022 – 2025<\/td>Merle Varik<\/td>The aims are: (1) to identify the training needs of informal caregivers, (2) to develop a training curriculum, to deliver training, and (3) to develop a MOOC that will provide the knowledge and skills necessary for caregiving.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201ePrevalence of Antibiotic Resistance in the Community\u201d 

 <\/td>		2022 – 2025<\/td>Eerik J\u00f5gi<\/td>The aim of the study is to research the prevalence of drug-resistant (VRE – Vancomycin-resistant Enterococci) and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus sp pathogens in Estonia.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201cSelf-Assessment of Health Science Master\u2019s Graduates on Their Activities in Health Service Development and Their Career Advancement\u201d 
<\/td>		2023 – 2024<\/td>Eve-Merike Soov\u00e4li<\/td>The aim of the study is to map the implementation of development projects defended in the master\u2019s program into practice. To determine, based on self-assessment, the employment of graduates as advanced practice nurses (APN) and their career progression as leaders in the profession or participants in research\/development projects. <\/td><\/tr>
\u201ePreparation of the Child Patient and Their Relatives for Examinations and Procedures\u201c <\/td>2022 – 2024<\/td>Airin Treiman-Kiveste, Evelyn Every (T\u00dc)<\/td>The aim of the study is: 
 
\u2022 to describe the activities of nurses in the psychological preparation of children and parents for examinations and procedures, and the related knowledge and resource needed;  
 
\u2022 to clarify the links between nurses’ background factors and the methods and knowledge used in their preparation; 
 
\u2022 to describe the experiences of parents in relation to the psychological preparation of their child for examinations and procedures; 
 
Two empirical studies will be carried out in collaboration with the College and the Children’s Clinic team, and an e-course for nurses and nursing students will be developed. In addition, educational films will be created during the course that can be used in the e-course and shared as illustrative material with patients and their parents. <\/td><\/tr>
\u201cDigital Collection and Analysis of Body Temperature Data for Women’s Reproductive Health Studies\u201d<\/td>2021 – 2024<\/td>Siret L\u00e4\u00e4nelaid<\/td>The aim of the study is to analyse the suitability of a digital temperature sensor for ovulation detection, in order to use the research results for conception or prevention purposes. 
 <\/td><\/tr>
\u201eThe Occurrence of Hidden Hunger Among Regular High-Load Exercisers, Followers of Various Nutrition Plans and Women > 65 Years\u201d
 <\/td>		2021 – 2024<\/td>\u00dclle Parm<\/td>
The aim is to clarify the occurrence of hidden hunger among three groups of women: regular exercisers and followers of various nutrition plans (diets, including gluten-free diet, Fitlap), >65 years old. 
 <\/td><\/tr>
\u201cAcquisition of Psychological Safety Competencies During Residency and Clinical Practice and Possible Interventions to Improve Competencies from the Perspective of Residency and Practice Supervisors\u201d\u00a0
<\/td>		2021 – 2023<\/td>Ireen Bruus<\/td>The aim of the research is to determine which psychological safety competencies are acquired by medical residents and health field (nursing, midwifery, and biomedical laboratory science) students during clinical practice, according to residency and practice supervisors, and what interventions should be implemented by healthcare institutions serving as residency and practice bases to facilitate the acquisition of these competencies.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201eEffectiveness of the Massage Chair and Classical Massage in Recovering from Physical Load\u201d
<\/td>		2021 – 2023<\/td>Ivi Vaher<\/td>The aim of the research is to elucidate the effects of massage chair and hand massage on the biomechanical parameters of muscles of lower limbs and back, indicators of pain pressure thresholds (PPT) and subjectively perceived fatigue.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201eEvaluation of the Three-Month Effect of a Supportive Taping Device on the Correction of the Genu Valgum<\/em> Position and Longitudinal Arches of the Foot in Five- And Eight-Year-Old Children\u201d<\/td>2011 – 2023<\/td>Anna-Liisa Tamm<\/td>The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of a supportive taping device on the correction of the genu valgum<\/em> position and longitudinal arches of the foot in five- and eight-year-old children. <\/td><\/tr>
Covid-19<\/td>2021 – 2023<\/td>Anna-Liisa Tamm<\/td>The aim of the project is to determine the proportion of different factors influencing people\u2019s health under COVID conditions. The project consists of several smaller projects.<\/td><\/tr>
Evaluation of the Effectiveness of the Dementia-Related Training Programme for In-House Trainers in Welfare Institutions
(Estonian National Institute for Health Development,
commissioned expert study)<\/td>		2018 – 2022<\/td>Merle Varik<\/td>The aim of the study is to determine the effectiveness of the training programme and to describe which development activities are needed to further increase the programme\u2019s efficiency. The evaluation of effectiveness has two parts: (1) impact assessment of the training programme implemented in 2023; (2) analysis of the effectiveness of training conducted in 2018\u20132022.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201eBorrelia Burgdorferi Sensu Lato Distribution of Species by Region Among Ticks Over the Years\u201d
<\/td>		2017 \u2013 2023<\/td>Eerik J\u00f5gi<\/td>The aim of the study is to describe the population density and distribution of tick species in different counties of Estonia, and the genotypic composition and carriage of different subspecies of Borrelia burgdorferi.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201eEffectiveness of the Massage Chair and Classical Massage in Recovering from Physical Load\u201d  <\/td>2021 – 2023<\/td>Ivi Vaher<\/td>The aim of the research is to elucidate the effects of massage chair and hand massage on the biomechanical parameters of muscles of lower limbs and back, indicators of pain pressure thresholds (PPT) and subjectively perceived fatigue. <\/td><\/tr>
“Evaluation of the Effectiveness of the Dementia Training Program for Internal Trainers in Care Institutions”
(Health Development Institute, targeted expert commission)<\/td>		2018 – 2013<\/td>Merle Varik<\/td>The study aims to determine the effectiveness of the training program and to describe the development activities needed to further enhance the program’s efficiency. The evaluation of effectiveness has two parts: (1) Impact assessment of the training program conducted in 2023; (2) Analysis of the effectiveness of the training programs from 2018-2022.<\/td><\/tr>
“Prevalence of Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato and Representation of Different Genotypes Among Ticks in Estonian Counties”<\/td>2017 – 2024<\/td>Eerik J\u00f5gi<\/td>The study aims to describe the population density of ticks in different counties of Estonia, their species composition, and the genotypic composition and prevalence of different subspecies of Borrelia burgdorferi.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201eEstonians Drinking Water Consumption Habits and Opinion About Possible Health Hazards of Bottled Water\u201d<\/td>2017 \u2013 2022  <\/strong><\/td>Kristi Vahur<\/td>The aim of the study was to determine drinking water consumption habits (bottle, tap, and well water) and subjective assessment of the potential health impacts of bottled water in the Estonian population.  <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
\u201eMarathon-Related Health Conditions, Preparation and Recovery of Nonprofessional Participants (Men, >45 Years)\u201d<\/td>2018 \u2013 2022  <\/td>\u00dclle Parm<\/td>The aim of the study was to determine the impact of marathons and cofactors associated with marathons on the recovery of heart rate (HR) and blood pressure (BP) of non-professional \u2265 45 years old male marathoners.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201eEvaluation of the Impact and Effectiveness of the Master\u00b4s Program in Health Sciences (APN)\u201d<\/td>2019 \u2013 2022  <\/td>Mary Olivia Gobbi Reet Urban<\/td>The aim of the study was to identify the fulfilment of the objectives of the Master\u2019s Programme in Health Sciences and the preparation of graduates to meet the expectations of the modern healthcare sector for specialists with higher professional education.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201eOccurrence of Pediculosis in Pre-School Children and Parents\u00b4 Awareness of It\u201d<\/td>2019 \u2013 2022  <\/td>Ave Kutman<\/td>The research study aimed to find out the occurrence of head lice in preschool children and their parents\u00b4 awareness of the disease.  <\/td><\/tr>
\u201eCompiling Methodological Instructions and a Handbook for the Study Laboratory of Biomedical Scientists in Tartu Health Care College\u201d<\/td>2014 – 2020<\/td>Mare Remm<\/td>The aims of the study were to compile methodological instructions to be used in the study laboratory, test their quality and compile a handbook of the study laboratory based on the instructions, which would be both learning material for the students and teaching material for the lecturers.<\/td><\/tr>
\u201eHealth-Related Aspects of Police Work (Follow-Up Project of Health Behaviour and Health Indicators of Professional Salvors)\u201d<\/td>2016 \u2013 2020  <\/td>Anna-Liisa Tamm \u00dclle Parm Janika Pael<\/td>The aim of the study was to determine the health condition (chronic diseases, emotional well-being), health behaviour and relaxation ability.  <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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