This quasi-experimental pilot study examined the association of a maternal preparation program with womens' competence in maternal care behaviors, self-perceived adaptation to the maternal role, and satisfaction with the maternal preparation received in conjunction with obstetric and delivery care. Sixteen subjects participated in the program. A cost-benefit questionnaire was completed by the p...

Program evaluation in preparation for accreditation provides opportunities for the identification of program strengths, weaknesses, and improvement potential. In the present study, naturalistic inquiry, an evaluation methodology responsive to the concerns of persons with a stake in the program, was successfully used in preparation for the accreditation of an occupational therapy program. The ex...

Site preparation plays a vital role in British Columbia’s regeneration program (Figure 1). Historically, prescribed fire has been the tool most commonly used to satisfy the needs of both hazard abatement and site preparation. Recently, the use of fire has decreased relative to other options (Figure 2), due to the increased cost of burning, the increased public concern in areas sensitive to smok...