Caroline Bulsara
Biographic Data
| ID | 6088346 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Caroline Bulsara |
| GIVEN NAMES | Caroline |
| FAMILY NAME | Bulsara |
| SIGNATURE | BULSARA C |
| AFFILIATIONS | The University of Notre Dame Australia |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-4482-563X |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 13 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 6 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 13 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2016 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Preparing for Delivery of Patient Falls Prevention Education in Hospitals
Empowerment in Cancer Care- Adaptation of the Patient Empowerment Scale and Its Associations with Mental Health, Quality of Life, and Coping Strategies
Patient empowerment has been linked to physical health outcomes and recovery; however, its relationship with mental health remains insufficiently explored, particularly in oncology populations, as most prior research has focused on non-oncology patients. Given the growing number of individuals diagnosed with cancer, this gap warrants investigation. This study examined the associations between overall patient empowerment and key indicators of ment…
‘Before and After’. The Journey of Patients With Low Back Pain Consulting in Elective Spine Surgery Clinics. A Qualitative Study Protocol
INTRODUCTION: Low back pain (LBP) is a highly prevalent and disabling condition. People with LBP may be referred to elective surgical clinics for further evaluation and consideration of surgery. Despite long waits for an initial appointment, many of these patients are not surgical candidates and may be discharged, receiving minimal-to-no care, advice or alternative treatment options, leaving a critical gap in care. METHODS: Approximately 25 parti…
Socio-spatial analysis of Australian residential care facilities
While it is imperative to develop building design innovation to adapt to new care models and organisational processes in residential care facilities, there is a lack of research evidence on the interplay between design and resident lived experience, particularly when examined through a building design lens. This study aims to explore the building design factors that contribute to residents' quality of life (QoL), and thus, their ability to find h…
“I love being in the outdoors”
BACKGROUND: This qualitative descriptive study gauged the perceptions of adolescent focus group participants and outdoor adventure education teachers on their preferred program components to improve adolescent wellbeing during a secondary school outdoor adventure education program. METHODS: Five student focus groups (N = 29) and four key informant interviews were conducted. Manual clustering of transcripts and template thematic analysis involving…
Health Outcomes of Children Living in Out-of-Home Care in Metropolitan Western Australia
The research protocol described aims to examine and establish the health outcomes of children and young people living in Out-of-Home Care (OOHC) in Perth, Western Australia (WA) from the perspective of the care recipients and service providers. A Study Advisory Panel (SAP) will be established comprised of Aboriginal Elders (because of the over-representation of Aboriginal children in OOHC), health professionals and other relevant stakeholders to …
Life in a time of Covid
Lockdown was associated with lower physical activity, higher non-work-related screen time and more sitting time compared to post lockdown which also reported higher body mass index. Lower levels of mental well-being were associated with lower physical activity levels during lockdown. Given the known positive affect of physical activity on mental well-being and obesity, and the detrimental associations shown in this study, a key public health mess…
Designing and evaluating falls prevention education with residents and staff in aged care homes
Purpose The purpose of this study was to co-design a falls prevention education programme with aged care home residents and staff and evaluate its feasibility. The intention of providing the education programme was to assist residents to stay safe and mobile whilst reducing their risk of falling. Design/methodology/approach A two-phase mixed methods participatory design using a resident ( n = 6) and care staff ( n = 5) consumer engagement panel, …
Life in a time of Covid
While advice on infection control measures were appropriately provided, there is a need for concurrent health promotional information to help combat the changes in physical, mental and psychosocial well-being observed during quarantine to prevent negative health consequences in the community even if there are minimal effects of the pandemic itself
Development and content validation of a questionnaire measuring patient empowerment in cancer follow-up
I am tired of having to prove that my husband was dead.” Dealing with practical matters in bereavement and the impact on the bereaved
This paper reports on experiences of dealing with practical matters after death. Semi structured interviews with bereaved individuals were thematically analyzed. Within the theme of coping, dealing with practical matters was a significant stressor and was found to be extremely challenging, time consuming, and to negatively impact on mental and emotional well-being. This study adds new insights on the challenges experienced by the bereaved when at…
How older adults would like falls prevention information delivered
Translation of falls prevention evidence into practice is problematic. Understanding older adults’ views about falls prevention information could enhance delivery of falls prevention, resulting in better engagement and uptake of recommended activities. The aim of this study was to examine the views and preferences of community-dwelling older adults about seeking and receiving falls prevention information. A community forum using a modified World …
Investigating Community Perspectives on Falls Prevention Information Seeking and Delivery
Falls among older people are a significant global socioeconomic problem, and older adults have low levels of self‐perceived risk and a lack of willingness to take up existing falls prevention strategies. We believe that given the challenges of delivering falls prevention information, meaningful engagement of community members would create solutions based on an understanding of what would work best for that community. A World Cafe community forum …
I am tired of having to prove that my husband was dead.” Dealing with practical matters in bereavement and the impact on the bereaved
This paper reports on experiences of dealing with practical matters after death. Semi structured interviews with bereaved individuals were thematically analyzed. Within the theme of coping, dealing with practical matters was a significant stressor and was found to be extremely challenging, time consuming, and to negatively impact on mental and emotional well-being. This study adds new insights on the challenges experienced by the bereaved when at…
How older adults would like falls prevention information delivered
Translation of falls prevention evidence into practice is problematic. Understanding older adults’ views about falls prevention information could enhance delivery of falls prevention, resulting in better engagement and uptake of recommended activities. The aim of this study was to examine the views and preferences of community-dwelling older adults about seeking and receiving falls prevention information. A community forum using a modified World …
Investigating Community Perspectives on Falls Prevention Information Seeking and Delivery
Falls among older people are a significant global socioeconomic problem, and older adults have low levels of self‐perceived risk and a lack of willingness to take up existing falls prevention strategies. We believe that given the challenges of delivering falls prevention information, meaningful engagement of community members would create solutions based on an understanding of what would work best for that community. A World Cafe community forum …
Investigating Community Perspectives on Falls Prevention Information Seeking and Delivery
Falls among older people are a significant global socioeconomic problem, and older adults have low levels of self‐perceived risk and a lack of willingness to take up existing falls prevention strategies. We believe that given the challenges of delivering falls prevention information, meaningful engagement of community members would create solutions based on an understanding of what would work best for that community. A World Cafe community forum …
How older adults would like falls prevention information delivered
Translation of falls prevention evidence into practice is problematic. Understanding older adults’ views about falls prevention information could enhance delivery of falls prevention, resulting in better engagement and uptake of recommended activities. The aim of this study was to examine the views and preferences of community-dwelling older adults about seeking and receiving falls prevention information. A community forum using a modified World …
I am tired of having to prove that my husband was dead.” Dealing with practical matters in bereavement and the impact on the bereaved
This paper reports on experiences of dealing with practical matters after death. Semi structured interviews with bereaved individuals were thematically analyzed. Within the theme of coping, dealing with practical matters was a significant stressor and was found to be extremely challenging, time consuming, and to negatively impact on mental and emotional well-being. This study adds new insights on the challenges experienced by the bereaved when at…
Development and content validation of a questionnaire measuring patient empowerment in cancer follow-up
Life in a time of Covid
While advice on infection control measures were appropriately provided, there is a need for concurrent health promotional information to help combat the changes in physical, mental and psychosocial well-being observed during quarantine to prevent negative health consequences in the community even if there are minimal effects of the pandemic itself
Designing and evaluating falls prevention education with residents and staff in aged care homes
Purpose The purpose of this study was to co-design a falls prevention education programme with aged care home residents and staff and evaluate its feasibility. The intention of providing the education programme was to assist residents to stay safe and mobile whilst reducing their risk of falling. Design/methodology/approach A two-phase mixed methods participatory design using a resident ( n = 6) and care staff ( n = 5) consumer engagement panel, …
“I love being in the outdoors”
BACKGROUND: This qualitative descriptive study gauged the perceptions of adolescent focus group participants and outdoor adventure education teachers on their preferred program components to improve adolescent wellbeing during a secondary school outdoor adventure education program. METHODS: Five student focus groups (N = 29) and four key informant interviews were conducted. Manual clustering of transcripts and template thematic analysis involving…
Health Outcomes of Children Living in Out-of-Home Care in Metropolitan Western Australia
The research protocol described aims to examine and establish the health outcomes of children and young people living in Out-of-Home Care (OOHC) in Perth, Western Australia (WA) from the perspective of the care recipients and service providers. A Study Advisory Panel (SAP) will be established comprised of Aboriginal Elders (because of the over-representation of Aboriginal children in OOHC), health professionals and other relevant stakeholders to …
Life in a time of Covid
Lockdown was associated with lower physical activity, higher non-work-related screen time and more sitting time compared to post lockdown which also reported higher body mass index. Lower levels of mental well-being were associated with lower physical activity levels during lockdown. Given the known positive affect of physical activity on mental well-being and obesity, and the detrimental associations shown in this study, a key public health mess…
Socio-spatial analysis of Australian residential care facilities
While it is imperative to develop building design innovation to adapt to new care models and organisational processes in residential care facilities, there is a lack of research evidence on the interplay between design and resident lived experience, particularly when examined through a building design lens. This study aims to explore the building design factors that contribute to residents' quality of life (QoL), and thus, their ability to find h…
‘Before and After’. The Journey of Patients With Low Back Pain Consulting in Elective Spine Surgery Clinics. A Qualitative Study Protocol
INTRODUCTION: Low back pain (LBP) is a highly prevalent and disabling condition. People with LBP may be referred to elective surgical clinics for further evaluation and consideration of surgery. Despite long waits for an initial appointment, many of these patients are not surgical candidates and may be discharged, receiving minimal-to-no care, advice or alternative treatment options, leaving a critical gap in care. METHODS: Approximately 25 parti…
Preparing for Delivery of Patient Falls Prevention Education in Hospitals
Empowerment in Cancer Care- Adaptation of the Patient Empowerment Scale and Its Associations with Mental Health, Quality of Life, and Coping Strategies
Patient empowerment has been linked to physical health outcomes and recovery; however, its relationship with mental health remains insufficiently explored, particularly in oncology populations, as most prior research has focused on non-oncology patients. Given the growing number of individuals diagnosed with cancer, this gap warrants investigation. This study examined the associations between overall patient empowerment and key indicators of ment…
Medicine (9 works) · Psychology (7 works) · Gerontology (5 works) · Sociology (5 works) · Mental health (4 works) · Nursing (4 works) · Poison control (4 works) · Suicide prevention (4 works) · Empowerment (3 works) · Environmental health (3 works)