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Addressing Lgbtq Student Population Diversity In Nursing Education, Charlene Ramirez

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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) nursing students often find that there is little to no education on health issues that directly affect them. Nursing organizations in the United States have continually made the recommendation to nursing programs to implement LGBTQ health issues in their curriculum, but there has been little to no compliance. This can be attributed to the uncertainty of nurse educators in being competent to provide this education. A thorough literature review was conducted to research how nursing programs incorporate education on LGBTQ health issues into their curricula. By incorporating culturally appropriate education into the nursing …

Enhancing Diversity In Nursing Education, Ellen Steidl

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Diversity in the nursing workforce lags behind the demographic of the national population; therefore, diversity of the student population must be enhanced in nursing education. While racial minority groups account for 40% and men account for 50% of the total population, only 20% of racial minority groups and 9% of men are represented in nursing. The Transcultural Nursing Theory serves as the theoretical framework for this study. A thorough review of the literature was conducted and analyzed. Several barriers to achieving diversity in nursing education exist including issues with recruitment and retention of diverse populations. Strategies for effective implementation techniques …

Borderline Personality Disorder And Increased Aggression In Patients, Rory Connolly

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Charge Nurse Orientation, Angela Zafke

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Traditional undergraduate training focuses heavily on clinical skills with minimal emphasis on leadership. In practice, a nurse with clinical prowess is often promoted to the charge nurse position. Taking on the leadership role of a charge nurse can be a stressful experience without proper training and preparation that leads to burnout and turnover. With more experienced nurses facing retirement, now is the time to prepare future nursing leaders. This starts with adequately preparing a nurse to lead within the unit in the charge nurse role. A comprehensive literature review was conducted regarding charge nurse orientation. Charge nurse competencies were not …

Effect Of Body Habitus On Mortality Risk In Septic Patients, Brita Bush

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A Comparison Of Dietary Changes Versus Elective Cholecystectomy In The Treatment Of Gallbladder Disease, Liza Ystaas

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Preoperative Therapy To Improve Outcomes In Total Joint Arthroplasty Patients, Cassandra Ackerman

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Impact Of A1c Measurements On Elective Surgeries, Kimberly Naplin

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Is There An Ideal Preoperative Glycated Hemoglobin For A Patient With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus For Prevention Of Postoperative Complications?, Tammy Branden

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Qtc Prolongation And Use Of Second-Generation Antipsychotics In The Geriatric Population, Maren Lysne

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Using Rexulti As An Adjunct Treatment Option For Major Depressive Disorder, Linda Mongare

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Mental Healthcare For Youth With Type 1 Diabetes: A Call For Integrated Screening, Prevention And Intervention, Kirsten Nelson

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Adverse mental health outcomes comprise the leading complication of type 1 diabetes(TID)in children and adolescents(Cameron & Northam, 2012). Comorbid mental health conditions lead to decreased adherence, worsening glycemic control, increased family conflict, poor self-image, and decreased quality of life(QOL). Evidence shows20-50% of youth with TID sought mental healthcare over a five year period yet less than 4% received any form of care during that time(Cameron & Northam, 2012; Jaser, 2010). This literature review was based on review of a case involvinga10 year old male “Benji” whose mother brought him to clinic requesting a second opinion after seeking mental healthcare for …

Teaching Methodologies For Improved Student Engagement In Online Or Distance Education Courses, Erin Williams

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Research demonstrates the importance of learner engagement and social presence achievement of student learning outcomes and increased student satisfaction. However, little guidance is available to educators on how to create effective online and distance education courses that are engaging, interactive, student-centered, and effective. A literature review was completed to determine which online and/or distance education teaching methodologies are best for improving student engagement, and therefore improving student outcomes. Thirteen articles published between January 2014 and December 2019 were identified from a search of two databases. Ten of these articles were further analyzed according to the Community of Inquiry (CoI) framework. …

Audience-Specific Online Gatekeeper Training For Nursing Faculty: A Response To Increased Student Suicide Risk, Kristiana Holmes

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This DNP project was an effort to address the rising trend of suicide on college campuses. The aim of the project was to increase the number of faculty gatekeepers through implementation of an online audience-specific gatekeeper training program. Participants included 24 graduate and undergraduate nursing faculty at two private liberal arts colleges. An online audience-specific training program was implemented to improve faculty preparedness, likelihood of engagement, and self-efficacy in order to assist students in distress. The program trained participants as gatekeepers utilizing Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) strategies and incorporated audience-specific information related to suicide risk in nursing students. Participants completed …

Audience-Specific Online Gatekeeper Training For Nursing Faculty: A Response To Increased Student Suicide Risk, Julie Honey

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This DNP project was an effort to address the rising trend of suicide on college campuses. The aim of the project was to increase the number of faculty gatekeepers through implementation of an online audience-specific gatekeeper training program. Participants included 24 graduate and undergraduate nursing faculty at two private liberal arts colleges. An online audience-specific training program was implemented to improve faculty preparedness, likelihood of engagement, and self-efficacy in order to assist students in distress. The program trained participants as gatekeepers utilizing Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) strategies and incorporated audience-specific information related to suicide risk in nursing students. Participants completed …

The Use Of Mobile Applications To Promote Sleep In Clients With A Mental Health Diagnosis, Joanna Johnson

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Background: Disrupted sleep patterns are a common occurrence in those with a diagnosis of a mental health disorder. Unfortunately, many people are often treated for their mental health disorders solely, or prescribed additional medications to manage sleep, leaving sleep management poorly addressed in the clinical setting. There is a growing body of evidence supporting the benefits of integrating mobile applications into psychiatric clinical practice.

Objective: The purpose of this DNP project was to evaluate the benefit of utilizing mobile applications that promote relaxation prior to bedtime, in order to improve overall sleep patterns in patients with a diagnosis of a …

Prevention Of Postoperative Nausea And Vomiting With Subhypnotic Doses Of Propofol, Chelsea L. Lingle

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Evaluating The Correlation Of Diabetes And Gallbladder Disease, Robbi A. Yellow

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Support And Mentorship Of Diverse And Disadvantaged Nursing Students, Elle E. Hoselton

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Therapeutic Effects Of Yoga On Thyroid Disorders, Shelly Mahowald

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Application Of The Nurse As The Wounded Healer Theory To Traumatized Professionals, Erin R. Berger

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Would Screening And Early Treatment Recommendations Decrease The Prevalence Of Osteoporosis In Men?, Angie Wallace

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Pancreatitis, Diabetes And Alcohol Intake: The Interrelationship And Effects On The Human Body, Crystal Marx

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The Use Of Selenium In The Treatment Of Graves’ Hyperthyroidism, Jenna Monshaugen

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Management Of Subclinical Hypothyroidism And Its Effects On Cardiovascular Endpoints, Dennis Chakua

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Risks And Benefits Of Administering Bisphosphonates With A Diagnosis Of Atypical Osteoporotic Fracture, Molly Beyer

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Nonpharmacologic Interventions And Lifestyle Modifications Resulting In Prevention And Reduction Of Osteoporosis, Alicia Crosby

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The Effects Of Psychotropic Medications On Developing Brains, Abass Jafuneh

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Reducing Polypharmacy, Gladys A. Ndege

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Integrating Behavioral Health Services With Primary Care For Depression Management, Amy Suomi

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