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J Lancaster

Publications and source records attributed to J Lancaster.

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PubMed1985

Gallium-67/technetium-99m methylene diphosphonate ratio imaging: early rabbit osteomyelitis and fracture.

Simultaneous digital acquisition of [67Ga] and [99mTc]MDP images, and subsequent division of the first by the second to produce a parametric ratio image (G/T), is employed to characterize the relative localization of the two radiopharmaceuticals in early rabbit tibia Staphloccocus aureus osteomyelitis and fracture repair. Images obtained during the first 48 hr of each condition show preferential 67Ga accumulation probably reflecting an initial inflammatory response while G/T images at 5-7 days show predominance of the bone-seeking scan agent, which may indicate that the dominant process is osteoblastic repair.

Animals↗
PubMed1985

Creating a climate for excellence.

Some people are motivated to achieve in a manner consistent with the goals of their organization while others pursue individual goals. The attitudes people hold determine their behavior. Therefore, the manager is charged with creating an environment that fosters employee commitment to organizational goals. To create a climate for achievement, managers must recognize that all employees want recognition. Employees perform more effectively when they understand the goals of the organization, know what is expected of them, and are part of a system that includes feedback and reinforcement. Generally, people perform more effectively in an environment with minimal threat and punishment; individual responsibility should be encouraged, rewards based on results, and a climate of trust and open communication should prevail.

Communication↗
PubMed1985

Public speaking can be improved.

A poor presentation detracts from an informed and timely message. Nursing administrators need to communicate effectively via public speaking to achieve their personal and organizational goals. While each one develops a unique presentation, style commonalities of public speaking apply to each of us and include getting organized to speak, tailoring the message to the audience, adapting to audience feedback, and, of key importance, delivering an appealing presentation.

Administrative Personnel↗
PubMed1981

Making the most of meetings.

When used effectively, meetings can provide a mechanism for integrating different viewpoints, improving the decision-making process, generating new ideas, and coordinating the activities of participants. To be effective, meetings need to be conducted in an organized way by using an agenda, starting and ending on time, facilitating productive participation of members, and by summarizing the work which was accomplished. The following list includes several points to make the most of meetings: 1. Explore alternatives to meeting--telephone, conference call, memorandum. 2. Limit attendance to only those people who have to be there. 3. Make sure all participants know the purpose of the meeting in advance. 4. Send a written agenda in advance of the meeting. 5. Make sure there is a leder who will assume responsibility for starting, guiding, and closing the meeting with a summary. 6. Choose an appropriate place, conveniently located. 7. Choose an appropriate time--afternoon is usually the best. 8. Designate a recorder to make note of decisions, actions, and recommendations. 9. Start and end on time. 10. Stick to the agenda--don't get distracted by side issues which eat into time allotted for the meeting. 11. Control interruptions such as telephone calls for members, or people coming in and out. 12. Make sure everyone is clear about what is expected of them after the meeting.

Administrative Personnel↗