A study to determine differences between graduating and withdrawing students in the University of Minnesota Dental Hygiene program is discussed. The identification of differences may prove useful in the selection process for future classes through identification of students likely to complete their education. (MLW)

The Strong-Campbell Interest Inventory, with a vocational title called Optometry, was used to profile a sample of second-year optometry students and to compare them with samples of practicing optometrists. One conclusion questions these students' compatibility with older practitioners. (MLW)

This article describes the results of a followup study of graduates of a joint program in allied health teacher education and administration. The article examines the graduates' current activities, locations, and job satisfaction and discusses the success of the program in reaching its goals. (Author/CT)

Although diversity is a characteristic of allied health school faculty, it can be a source of inequitable evaluation. Growth contracting, based on self-assessment and organizational goals, provides a way to assess faculty performance more fairly. (Author/SK)

A survey of allied health professionals responsible for adult handicapped clients showed that a majority did not participate in sexual rehabilitation tasks. Most held favorable attitudes toward the tasks, but felt their professional preparation was inadequate. (SK)

Papers from a symposium probing some of the curricular elements of the program in biological sciences at a school or college of optometry are provided. The overall program sequence in the biological sciences, microbiology, pharmacology, and the curriculum in the biological sciences from a clinical perspective are discussed. (Author/MLW)

Health education, particularly at the undergraduate level, is in the stage of professional development for experimentation and raising such issues as: accrediting/approving mechanisms, identification of knowledge and skills, practical field experience, and self-study guides for direction of preparation. (JD)

Undergraduates in clinical placement formed a team within a larger clinical team and attended problem-based tutorials. Data from exit interviews, surveys, and team conferences revealed discomfort with the preceptors' role, peer support among students, improved communication styles, and mutual learning between students and professionals. (SK)

An assessment instrument to measure the professional behavior of occupational therapy students (n=317) in clinical placements was validated through factor and item analyses that demonstrated internal consistency, interrater reliability, and discriminant validity. (Contains 22 references.) (JOW)

Research on the cognitive processes used by physicians during patient care (template matching, deductive logic starting with multiple hypotheses, and algorithmic logic) is examined for its applicability to optometrists and the problem-solving strategies used by optometric students in the classroom or clinic. (Author/MSE)

A study examined the admission criteria and measures of success for 40 nontraditional respiratory care students. The findings revealed a prediction model for 3 indicators of success: program average, clinical performance rating, and credentialing exam scores. (Author)

Factors that contribute to the existing gap between Black and White health status are presented. Background information on the Black family, professional preparation of Blacks in the health professions, health service delivery to Blacks, and implications of existing conditions for health education are discussed. IAH)

The background, content, and implications for the practitioner of the National Labor Relations Board's rule on appropriate bargaining units in the health care industry are discussed. (MSE)

Discusses the crucial role science teachers play in inspiring students to pursue careers related to science. Provides suggestions as to the advice students interested in careers in dentistry, pharmacy, medicine, and other health fields should receive from teachers. (RT)

A national survey of optometry schools (n=10) concerning the status of basic biological science instruction provides insight into manpower, curriculum, learning resources, and budgetary support currently available. Results indicate that major changes must occur and that a national effort will be needed to support them. (Author/MSE)