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The Influence Of Antiseptic Catheter Caps On Reducing The Rate Of Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections, Rhiannon Lenz

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Interaquatic Assault, Bryce Becker, Michael Tenam, Niko Cappiello, David Robillard, Owen Geis, Devin O'Connell, Ryan Riccio, Seth Silvestro, Justin Bebarski, Jaime Carvajal Perez

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We held an alpha test for our senior project in Game Design and Development. In the alpha test, the entire class played the game and answered 7 questions to help us make improvements to the game. From the survey results we were able to make improvements for our upcoming beta test to let anyone who wanted to play our game Interaquatic Assault.

The Relationship Between Self-Care And Stress In Nursing Students, Jacqueline Rattigan

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The Relationship Between Self-care and Stress in Nursing Students

Eight in ten college students experience frequent periods of stress. “Recent research concerning healthcare-related fields and stress has indicated that nursing students experience higher stress levels compared to other majors and that these levels are on the rise.” (Zheng YX, 2022). This could be from nursing students having a more intense course load, dealing with heavy content, clinical hours in conjunction with school hours, and the stress of dealing with human lives(Ribeiro, 2020). Many aspects lead to high stress in nursing students. Self-care is one way to decrease stress in nursing …

The Effectiveness Of The Braden Scale In The Prevention Of Pressure Ulcers, Noelle Fallon

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Social Justice In Healthcare: Access And Equity To Healthcare, Francesca Catrone, Elizabeth Encke, Samantha Louros, Kayla Campisi

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The Effect Of Stigma Against Mental Illness On The Disparities Of The Psychiatric Healthcare System, Avery Vandyke

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Mental illness affects a significant portion of the population, yet stigma surrounding it persists, leading to disparities in psychiatric healthcare. This paper discusses the impact of stigma on mental health treatment, drawing insights from scholarly literature, clinical experiences, and societal observations. It addresses the stereotypes and misconceptions that contribute to the reluctance of individuals to seek treatment and examines the influence of media representations and cultural attitudes surrounding psychiatric healthcare. Moreover, the paper explores the implications of stigma on the quality of care provided by healthcare professionals, particularly focusing on the attitudes of nurses in psychiatric settings. Drawing from firsthand …

The Effect Of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy In Post-Operation Abdominal Patients In Prevention Of Surgical Site Infections, Camryn Bishop

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Surgical site infections (SSIs) continue to be a significant concern in healthcare settings, posing substantial risks to patients' well-being and fostering vast economic burdens on both the patient and the healthcare system. This paper investigates the efficacy of negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) as a preventive measure against SSIs, along with several other interventions aimed at reducing infection. One systematic review study found that negative pressure wound therapy was statistically significant in reducing surgical site infections post-operatively, as well as several other measures to decrease the risk of surgical site infections among patients.This research highlights the need for healthcare professionals, …

The Effectiveness Of Educational Interventions In The Prevention Of Central Line Associated Blood Stream Infections, Isabel Kittell

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Central-line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) pose a significant threat to patient safety and healthcare quality. This paper presents a thorough review of the effectiveness of educational interventions in mitigating CLABSIs. The primary objective is to assess the impact of various educational strategies on reducing CLABSI rates in adult intensive care units. This review aims to analyze the efficacy of educational interventions in preventing CLABSIs, encompassing diverse educational methods, both in combination and alone. A systematic search of relevant databases was conducted to identify peer-reviewed studies focusing on educational interventions aimed at preventing CLABSIs. Studies were included if they assessed the …

What Are The Effects Of Psychological Trauma On Nurses With Psychological Trauma, As Well As Their Care To Patients?, Abigail Marsh

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Nursing encompasses the promotion of health and prevention of illness, the care of the healthy, the physically ill, mentally ill, and disabled people of any age, in all health care and community settings. It is among one of the most sought-after professions, as well as a profession that will always be necessary. “Internationally, nurses are recognized as an integral part of healthcare with a number of reports highlighting the value of nursing and the importance of nurses being able to practice to their full potential” (Bragadóttir, H., Burmeister, E. A., et. al, 2020).

Historically, nurses have worked closely with doctors, …

The Impact Of Frequent Repositioning In The Prevention Of Pressure Ulcers, Madison Angelico

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Pressure ulcers are a common complication of immobility, most frequently occurring in hospitalized patients who are restricted to bed. According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (2023), more than 2.5 million people in the United States develop pressure ulcers each year. Pressure ulcers develop as a result of sustained pressure on the body; this causes a restriction in blood flow and deprivation of oxygen to the tissue. Pressure ulcers may be partial or full-thickness wounds and are categorized into four stages depending on their severity. Pressure ulcers have non-blanchable skin and may appear reddened or discolored. Pressure ulcers …

Use Of Chlorhexidine Antiseptic Solution To Decrease Incidence Of Cauti’S., Erin Brann

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The purpose of this study is to assess the use of Chlorhexidine Antiseptic Solution to decrease the incidence of CAUTIs within hospitalized patients in comparison to routine cleaning techniques. Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections account for 30% of all hospital acquired infections which can lead to up to $450 million in additional costs in the US yearly CAUTIs may also lead to increased hospital stay lengths, discomfort, and rates of mortality (AHRQ, 2015). Therefore, this quality improvement research compares both a quantitative study and a meta-analysis of the the use of Chlorhexidine.

Student Nurse And Faculty Perceptions Of Nurses With Large Social Media Presence, Rebecca Oswald, Claire Mcfarland, Kaitlin Corso, Kailey Flatley

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The Use Of Foam Border Dressings To Prevent Pressure Injuries, Julia Gaiero

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Effects Of Cardiac Rehabilitation On Patients With Congestive Heart Failure Following A Myocardial Infarction, Stasia Dussault

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•Three phases of cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programs: in hospital, early outpatient, and maintenance. •Maintenance includes a supervised recovery program, focused on physical activity, health education, mental health and risk factor awareness. •CR has been known to lower the risk of death from future heart problems by 1/3. •Depression and lack of motivation are common amongst people with cardiovascular disease. •CR improves mood and perception of life in addition to cardiovascular health.

Neuroprotection Through Positioning Neonates In The Critical Care Setting, Kaleigh Schofield

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On the neonatal intensive care unit at Greenwich, new positioners, known as the dandelions, allow for nurses to reposition patients in an easier manner. Most nurses had expressed that they were used to using rolled blankets or towels as a way to position in the past; therefore, the nurses expressed some confusion on the importance of these new positioners and how they can provide better support for neurological development. It is important to educate the unit nurses on the importance of positioning with the dandelion in order to support the infants neurologically as well as physically.

The Prevention Of Pressure Injuries In Pediatric Patients Through The Implementation Of A Uniform Turning Schedule., Ailie Daley

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This project involves the implementation of a uniform turning schedule, in the form of a clock denoting which position (right lying, left lying, supine) a patient should be in at certain times, with the goal to decrease the incidence of pressure injuries on a pediatric medical-surgical unit.

Effectiveness Of Oral Chlorhexidine In Prevention Of Ventilated Associated Pneumonia, Harrison Scalise

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Evidence-Based (Ebp) Quality Improvement (Qi) Falls Presentation, Isabella Guarente

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Air Pressure Mattresses Vs Static Air Mattresses In The Prevention Of Pressure Ulcers, Emily Hobbs

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Effectiveness Of Earlier Removal Of Urinary Catheters In Prevention Of Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections In Women With C-Sections, Sofia Mancinone

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Effectiveness Of Chlorhexidine Dressings In Prevention Of Catheter Associated Bloodstream Infections, Kasey Cottrell

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Impact Of A 30-45° Head Of Bed Elevation On Incidence Of Vap​, Victoria Thurley

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Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a serious lung infection that can occur in patients who require mechanical ventilation. It can lead to increased hospital stays, costs, and mortality rates. Maintaining a 30-45° head-of-bed (HOB) elevation is a recommended practice to help prevent VAP in adult patients. This poster utilizes a systematic review and a randomized control trial to explore the research question: how does elevating the bed to 30-45° compared to the standard of care of an elevation less than 30° reduce the incidence of VAP in adult hospitalized patients?

Evidence-Based Interventions To Prevent Surgical Site Infections, Rebecca Scali, Cara Mcdonald, Caroline Onderko, Olivia Mcnicholas, Samantha Mai

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Our project was originally put together in our Evidence-Based Practice nursing course in the Fall 2023 semester. We each did extensive research on our interventions for the prevention of surgical site infections. We each wrote quality improvement papers for our individual interventions and then came together to make a cohesive project on the prevention of surgical site infections.

Social Justice In Healthcare: Access & Equity, Kayla Campisi, Francesca Catrone, Elizabeth Encke, Samantha Louros

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This poster defines social justice in healthcare, addressing access and equity from local, national, and global perspectives. It explores solutions from local, national, and global perspectives as well, acknowledging biases surrounding the subject. Exploring it from these three perspectives raises awareness of the ways in which diverse populations have been affected, resulting in disparities in healthcare, ultimately leading to extensive gaps in education and resources. This project looks at the greater Bridgeport community, the overall United States, and healthcare accessibility worldwide. It discusses barriers faced by those that are poor and marginalized, and solutions that have potential to create great …

Best Practices For The Treatment Of Agitated Adults In An Emergency Room Setting, Sarah Steffens

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The main purpose of this project is to remind nurses of the best practices for the de-escalation of agitated adults, beginning with verbal communication and ending with seclusion if necessary. Verbal de-escalation is a very useful tool that is being underused when it can really benefit the patients. Simply talking to the patient can make such a difference and can keep that verbal discontentment as only verbal and not physical. It is also addressed in this project the possible implementation of a Security Alert Response Team, which includes a physician, nurse, and security officer who are trained specifically in behavioral …

Prevention Of Surgical Site Infections Through The Use Of Prophylaxis Antibiotics, Kayla Ryan, Abigail Ricker

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This project looks at the prevention of surgical site infections by evaluating if multidose antibiotics or single dose antibiotics are more effective in preventing surgical site infections.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: The Effects And Treatments Does It Give Insight On How To Treat Physical Illness?, Lindsay Cook

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PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that results after a person experiences trauma that causes serious negative neurological, biological, and physiological effects. Due to these effects, people with PTSD often seek help by going to many forms of therapy that dramatically resolve their symptoms, even more than pharmaceutical drugs. If the effects from PTSD were caused through traumatic events and can be cured through interactive therapies and treatments that involve mental and physical strengthening even without the help of pharmaceutical drugs, other physical ailments can be influenced by these treatments as well.

Ketamine Infusions For Infractable Pain, Lindsay Boyle

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'Biting The Bullet'; How Civil War Medicine Has Been Misunderstood, Matthew Carravone

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This paper's focus is breaking down common misconceptions regarding military medicine. By analyzing the observations from the Late Antebellum period, it becomes evident that monumental change occurred during the American Civil War. Rather than bite the bullet, let's comprehend what was actually implemented policy-wise during the deadliest conflict in US History.

Implementing Mental Wellness For The Geriatric Population, Marly Ackley

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