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Effects Of Multimodal Fever Education On Parents Of Febrile Children, Teresa S. Parkhouse
Effects Of Multimodal Fever Education On Parents Of Febrile Children, Teresa S. Parkhouse
Evidence-Based Practice Project Reports
Insufficient knowledge regarding the physiology and appropriate management of fever in children often contributes to an increased parental anxiety, inappropriate antipyretic use, and overutilization of medical resources (Chang, Liu, & Huang, 2013; Crocetti, Moghbeli, & Serwint, 2001; Schmitt, 1980). Parental concerns regarding childhood fever can lead to an overuse of health care resources as febrile illness in children accounts for approximately 20% of emergency department visits, 30% of office visits, and over 50% of after-hour phone calls to private physicians (Zomorrodi & Attia, 2008). Research shows that multidimensional educational interventions are most effective in improving parental management of fever (Young …
The Effects Of Education On Cardiovascular Disease Knowledge, Lauren A. Ostrowski-Winkler
The Effects Of Education On Cardiovascular Disease Knowledge, Lauren A. Ostrowski-Winkler
Evidence-Based Practice Project Reports
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality for adults in the United States. The three main risk factors for the development of CVD include hypertension, high cholesterol, and tobacco use; these factors are largely prevented or reduced through lifestyle modifications. Researchers indicate that knowledge of CVD mortality has been linked with individual action to reduce one’s CVD risk. Researchers have also indicated that segments of our underserved society, particularly those with the highest CVD mortality rates, are also the least knowledgeable about CVD and their own personal risk. These risk factors were a concern within the …