Homing ability

Among the Salamandridae, displaced Western newts, Taricha rivularis, home to the same section of a stream year after year. Blinded newts still homed successfully, and anosmic specimens were reduced in their homing ability but still did not move in random fashion. They return to their home pond from up to 12km(Twitty, 1966). Another salamander, tested in the... 

Emlen, S. 1969. Homing ability and orientation in the painted turtle Chrysemys picta marginata. Behaviour 33,58-76. 

Parsons, L. M. and Terman, C. R. (1978). Influence of vision and olfaction on the homing ability of the white-footed mouse Peromyscus leucopusnoveboracensis). Journal of Mammalogy 59,761-771. 

The mechanism behind the special cell properties of these multifunctional cells remains unclear. The therapeutic potential of MSCs is not fully predictable, especially under the in vivo environment. However, the self-renewal capacity, plasticity, and tumor-homing ability still make MSCs one of the most promising cell sources for tissue engineering and cell-based therapies. Further studies are necessary for better understanding and control of MSCs. 

Grubb (1970) examined homing ability and orientation in individually marked postreproductive Mexican toads (Bufo valliceps). Displacements were conducted by transporting toads in light-proof bags various distances from their capture... 

The homing abilities of the blinded and sham-treated salamanders were not significantly different from the normal displaced animals. More of these animals returned home than accepted their release site. However, more of the anosmic animals accepted their release site than returned home. The authors concluded that olfactory cues are important in homing in this species. 

For younger New Yorkers, the advantages of an evening out over cocktails are distinct less money, less hassle, less commitment and an ability to get home at a reasonable hour on a weeknight for those many who live outside Manhattan. 

Educating the Patient and Family The nurse evaluates the patient s ability to understand the therapeutic drug regimen, ability to care for himself or herself in the home environment, and ability to comply with the prescribed drug therapy. If any type of assistance is needed, the nurse provides a referral to the discharge planning coordinator or social worker. 

Educating the Patient and Family The nurse evaluates the patient s ability to assume responsibility for taking drug at home. The nurse explains any adverse reactions that may occur with a specific antianxiety drug and encourages die patient or family members to contact the primary health care provider immediately if a serious drug reaction occurs. 

Educating the Patient and Family Noncompliance is a problem with some patients once they are discharged to the home setting. It is important for the nurse to accurately evaluate the patient s ability to assume responsibility for taking dragp at home. The administration of antipsychotic dru becomes a family responsibility if the outpatient appears to be unable to manage his or her own drug therapy. 

A patient receiving a cholinesterase inhibitor may be treated in the hospital, nursing home, or in an outpatient setting. The patient s cognitive ability and functional... 

When vinyl is chosen for laboratory floor use, the heavier commercial grade is recommended over the thinner material often used in homes. The cushioned type, while easier to walk on, does not have sufficient ability to withstand laboratory wear and tear. Neither does the no-wax type. Good maintenance should include regular waxing, which will greatly increase the ability of any flooring to resist damage from wear and from chemical spills. 

Occupational therapy may improve confidence and ability to stay active. Therapists can provide information about adaptive equipment for the home, specialized clothing, and personal training that can maximize a patient s independence, safety, and ADLs. They can help improve handwriting and train patients to use special computer programs that enhance communication. 

Recognizing Perkin s ability and ambition, Hofmann made Perkin his research and staff assistant. The youth had his own ideas about how to make quinine, but his work for Hofmann left him little time at school to pursue them. So, over Easter vacation in 1856, Perkin decided to work on the problem at home. 

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