Dr. Mara M. Baun

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University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
School of Nursing
Acute and Continuing Care
Lee & Joseph Jamail Distinguished ProfessorAppointed: 2000
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Mailing Address

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, School of Nursing
1100 Holcombe, HMB 6.360M
Houston, Texas 77030
United States

Contact Information

Phone: (713) 500-2171
Fax: (713) 500-2171
mara.m.baun@uth.tmc.edu

Qualifications

D.N.Sc., University of California, San Francisco, Nursing Science, 1977.
M.S.N., Case Western Reserve University, Medical-Surgical Nursing, 1970.
B.S., College of St. Catherine, Nursing, 1965.
B.A., Fontbonne College, Biology, 1963.

Expertise and Research Interests

1. The physiological basis of critical care nursing
2. The health benfits of companion animals

Other Expertise

Specifically interested in problems of oxygenation in critically ill, mechanically ventilated patients with emphasis on endotracheal suctioning.

Future Research

1. Planning a study on endotracheal suctioning
2. Conducting a pilot study on ventilator weaning
3. Developing a proposal to identify factors which contribute to successful maintenance of persons in Assisted Living

Industrial Relevance

1. Has relevance for suctioning catheter and ventilator companies
2. Assisted Living study has relevance for Assisted Living facilities

Keywords

COS Keywords:

Critical Care, Life Support Systems, Nursing.

Additional Terms:

Assisted Living, Companion Animals, Endotracheal Suctioning, Hyperinflation, Oxygenation, Ventilator Weaning.

Languages

(Reading, Writing, Speaking)

English: (Fluent, Fluent, Fluent)
French: (Basic, None, None)

Memberships

American Academy of Nursing
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
American Nurses Association
American Thoracic Society
Council of Nurse Researchers
International Society of Anthrozoology
Midwest Nursing Research Society
Sigma Theta Tau International
Society of Critical Care Medicine

Honors and Awards

1994, St. Catherine Alumnae Award, Alumnae Association, College of St. Catherine
1993, Meritorious Achievement in Nursing Research, Midwest Nursing Reserch Society
1992, Distinguished Contribution to Nursing Research in the Midwest, Midwest Nursing Research Society
1991, Founder's Award for Eduction and Research in Health Care, Fontbonne College
1989, Fellow, American Academy of Nursing
1989, Distinguished Alumna Award, Frances Payne Bolton School of Nurisng, Case Western Reserve University
1988, Outstanding Acheivement in Nursing Research, Nebraska Nurses' Association
1987, Distinguished Lecturer, Sigma Theta Tau
1986, Who's Who in American Nursing, Society of Nurse Professionals
1965, Membership, Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society

Previous Positions

1990-1999, Associate Dean, University of Nebraska System, Medical Center, Nursing, Research
1990-1999, Professor, University of Nebraska System, Medical Center, Nursing, Research
1988-1990, Director, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Niedfelt Nursing Research
1988-1990, Professor, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Niedfelt Nursing Research
1982-1983, Assistant Director, Creighton University, Research and Evaluation, Robert Wood Johnson Teaching Nursing Home Grant
1981-1988, Associate Director, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Nursing Research
1981-1988, Associate Professor, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Nursing Research

Funding Received

  • Houston Endowment: Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Weaning from Mechanical Ventilation, $3,041, Mar 29, 2000 to Mar 28, 2001.
  • School of Nursing Partners: Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Weaning from Mechanical Ventilation, $4772, Jun 1, 2000 to May 31, 2001.

Publications

  • McCabe BW, Baun MM, Speich D, Agrawal S, Resident dog in the Alzheimer's special care unit, Western Journal of Nursing Research, 24(6), 684-96, October 2002 Abstract
  • Baun, M.M., Stone, K.S., & Rogge, J.A., Endotracheal suctioning: Open versus closed with and without positive end-expiratory pressure, Critical Care Nursing Quarterly, 25(2), 13-26, 2002
  • Havener L, Gentes L, Thaler B, Megel ME, Baun MM, Driscoll FA, Beiraghi S, Agrawal S, The effects of a companion animal on distress in children undergoing dental procedures, Issues in Comprehensive Pediatric Nursing, 24(2), 137-52, 2001 Abstract
  • Gould, D.A., & Baun, M.M., The role of the pulmonary afferent receptors in producing hemodynamic changes during hyperinflation and endotracheal suction in an oleic acid injured animal model of acute respiratory failure, Biological Research for Nursing, 1(3), 179-189, 2000
  • Churchill M, Safaoui J, McCabe BW, Baun MM, Using a therapy dog to alleviate the agitation and desocialization of people with Alzheimer's disease, Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 37(4), 16-22, April 1999 Abstract
  • Baun, M., Los efectos de la terapia con perros en personas con Alzaheimer o enfermedades afines, Animales de compania, fuente de salud, 29-38, 1999
  • Baun, M.M., & McCabe B.W., The role animals play in enhancing quality of life for the elderly, Handbook on Animal Assisted Therapy: Theoretical Foundations and Guidelines for Practice, 237-251, 1999
  • Batson, K., McCaba, B., & Baun, M.M., The effect of a therapy dog on socialization and physiologic indicators of stress in persons diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, Companion Animals in Human Health, 203-215, 1998
  • Nagengast SL, Baun MM, Megel M, Leibowitz JM, The effects of the presence of a companion animal on physiological arousal and behavioral distress in children during a physical examination, Journal of Pediatric Nursing, 12(6), 323-30, December 1997 Abstract
  • Jessen J, Cardiello F, Baun MM, Avian companionship in alleviation of depression, loneliness, and low morale of older adults in skilled rehabilitation units, Psychological Reports, 78(1), 339-48, February 1996 Abstract
  • Lazure LL, Baun MM, Increasing patient control of family visiting in the coronary care unit, American Journal of Critical Care, 4(2), 157-64, March 1995 Abstract
  • Bergstrom N, Baun MM, The proposal-reality gap: the mechanics of implementing a funded research proposal, Nursing Outlook, 42(6), 272-8, 1994 Abstract
  • Dam V, Wild MC, Baun MM, Effect of oxygen insufflation during endotracheal suctioning on arterial pressure and oxygenation in coronary artery bypass graft patients, American Journal of Critical Care, 3(3), 191-7, May 1994 Abstract
  • Baun MM, 'Closed-system, in-line endotracheal suctioning' [letter, Critical Care Nurse, 13(6), 16-7, December 1993 Abstract
  • McIntosh D, Baun MM, Rogge J, Effects of lung hyperinflation and presence of positive end-expiratory pressure on arterial and tissue oxygenation during endotracheal suctioning, American Journal of Critical Care, 2(4), 317-25, July 1993 Abstract
  • Baun MM, Oetting K, Bergstrom N, Health benefits of companion animals in relation to the physiologic indices of relaxation, Holistic Nursing Practice, 5(2), 16-23, January 1991 Abstract
  • Baun MM, Interdisciplinary research [letter], Heart and Lung, 19(3), 322, May 1990 Abstract
  • Rogge JA, Bunde L, Baun MM, Effectiveness of oxygen concentrations of less than 100% before and after endotracheal suction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, Heart and Lung, 18(1), 64-71, January 1989 Abstract
  • Baun MM, Doctoral preparation of qualified nurse researchers [editorial], Research in Nursing and Health, 10(3), iii-iv, June 1987 Abstract
  • Buchanan LM, Baun MM, The effect of hyperinflation, inspiratory hold, and oxygenation on cardiopulmonary status during suctioning in a lung-injured model, Heart and Lung, 15(2), 127-34, March 1986 Abstract

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