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Ceres Community Feeding Program, Erica Gomez

Erica Gomez

Practice Matters: Screening And Caring For Those With Hypertension, Dawn M. Garrett Wright, Maria E. Main, Mary L. Branstetter

Eve Main

The purpose of this article is to review best practices for screening and monitoring hypertension for Faith Community Nurses (FCNs). Epidemiological data regarding hypertension will be presented, along with current guidelines for blood pressure monitoring. Information on lifestyle modification and patient education resources is included to assist the FCN to improve service to patients at risk for and with current hypertension.

Practice Matters: Screening And Monitoring Hyperlipidemia, M. Laurie Branstetter Dnp, Maria E. Main, Tonya Bragg-Underwood Dnp

Eve Main

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to provide Faith Community Nurses with current information on hyperlipidemia, a chronic disease responsible for the leading cause of death worldwide. Current guidelines for cholesterol screening and a risk calculator resource for estimating cardiovascular risk are provided. Myths and truths are presented for review with patients. Suggestions and resources for lifestyle modifications and patient education are included. Faith Community Nurses are at the center of community health and actively involved with improving health outcomes related to chronic disease.

Common Statistical Tests And Interpretation In Nursing Research, Maria E. Main, Veletta L. Ogaz

Eve Main

Faith community nurses need a basic understanding of common statistical tests and their interpretation to aid in the appraisal of research for evidence-based practice. The purpose of this article is to review statistical concepts, define common statistical tests, and interpret the results of statistical tests. Common statistical tests that measure differences in groups are independent samples t-test, paired sample t-tests, and analysis of variance. Common statistical tests that measure relationships are Pearson product moment correlation and chi-square. Knowledge of statistical concepts and common statistical tests assist in the appraisal of nursing research for evidence-based practice.

Examining Faith Community Nurses’ Perception And Utilization Of Electronic Health Records, Carole N. Mattingly, M. Eve Main

Eve Main

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to identify current faith community nurse documentation practices, explore factors impacting intention to adopt electronic health records, and identify perceived barriers and benefits to electronic health record use among faith community nurses practicing in the Midwest. The technology acceptance model is used to examine impact of perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use of electronic health records on intention to adopt.

This study is a quantitative exploratory research study utilizing a cross-sectional researcher-developed 39-item questionnaire. Surveys were distributed by mail and e-mail to faith community nurses practicing in South-Central Indiana and Western Kentucky. …

Prospectus 1-3 Copy.Docx, Denise Ikeda

Denise Ikeda

Poster Presentation Sud 2.Pptx, Denise Ikeda

Denise Ikeda

Dnp Final Paper V 7.0 .Docx, Maria Timofeeva

Maria Timofeeva

Cultural Competency In Ethno-Pharmacology, Alham Abuatiq

Dr. Alham Abuatiq

Paradigm Shift In Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Education Delivery, Tammy Young, Julie Gassaway, Christine Willis, Kimberly Queen

Christine Willis

A Journey Through Wonderland: A Novice, Her Mentor, Tea Parties, And Tenure, Patti Mcfadden, Tanya Sims

Patti McFadden

Clostridium Difficile Infection: Nursing Considerations, Brett G. Mitchell, Philip L. Russo, Paul T. Race

Paul Race

Clostridium difficile is a bacterium which commonly causes diarrhoea in inpatients. C. difficile affects hospitalised patients worldwide and can pose a significant risk to patients. This article explores the transmission and risk factors for C. difficile infection (CDI). There are many aspects to the prevention and control of CDI: appropriate antibiotic use, early instigation and maintenance of prevention and control strategies, and high standards of environmental cleanliness, education, and surveillance. This article discusses the role of the nurse in each of these prevention and control activities.

Nursing Knowledge And Perceived Comfort Level In Acute Infusion Reactions From Antineoplastic Agents, Andrea L. Maiorini

Andrea Maiorini

Reducing High-Risk Alcohol Behaviors, Janette Neuman

Janette S. Jones

Clinical question: Does a theoretically supported, evidence-based alcohol risk reduction intervention implemented in a college health setting by an advanced practice nurse demonstrate improved alcohol related health outcomes for a Midwestern university campus? Answers to this question are discussed as obtained through implementation of a translational research project in 2011 on the campus of Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne.

How Substance Abuse Impacts Pain Management In Acute Care, Dawn Dunn, Janette Neuman

Janette S. Jones

Article includes a review of evidence-based interventions useful for assessing and managing pain in patients with histories of substance abuse.

The Journey Through Doctoral Education, Nila Reimer

Nila Reimer

Students who gain new knowledge by integrating scholarliness and stewardship for the nursing profession possess key ambitions for succeeding in nursing doctoral education. In this narrative inquiry, a student reflects on themes of scholarly integration, intellectual community, and stewardship that are embedded in the values and attitudes evidenced in the culture of a Doctor of Philosophy in nursing program. The doctoral student’s personal reflection demonstrates professional growth during the experience of nursing doctoral education. This inquiry provides guidance for other students as they embark on their journey toward scholarly development and stewardship during their doctoral education experience.

Implementation Of A Rapid Assessment Unit (Intake Team): Impact On Ed Length Of Stay., Richard Mackenzie, David Burmeister, Jennifer Brown, Melissa Teitsworth, Christopher J Kita, Megan Dambach, Shaheen Shamji, Marna Greenberg

Marna R Greenberg DO, MPH, FACEP

No abstract provided.

The Journey Through Doctoral Education, Nila Reimer

Nila Reimer

Students who gain new knowledge by integrating scholarliness and stewardship for the nursing profession possess key ambitions for succeeding in nursing doctoral education. In this narrative inquiry, a student reflects on themes of scholarly integration, intellectual community, and stewardship that are embedded in the values and attitudes evidenced in the culture of a Doctor of Philosophy in nursing program. The doctoral student’s personal reflection demonstrates professional growth during the experience of nursing doctoral education. This inquiry provides guidance for other students as they embark on their journey toward scholarly development and stewardship during their doctoral education experience.

Does Self-Efficacy Influence The Application Of Evidence-Based Practice?, Kathleen Abrahamson, Priscilla Arling, Jenna Gillette

Priscilla Arling

Background: Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) is complex and consequently, even within organizations that have made efforts to promote EBP use, EBP is often underutilized by individual clinicians. Purpose: The aim of our study was to better understand the relationship between self-efficacy and EBP implementation in clinical environments that have undergone efforts to increase EBP utilization. We suggest that EBP is a set of behaviors that result from individuals acquiring, applying, and sharing new knowledge with others in the organization. We hypothesize, based upon a social cognitive theoretical approach, that these behaviors are influenced by clinician perception of self-efficacy. Methods: …

Preparing Nurse Educators: Designing Hps Simulations Using Cerner Aes., Rachel Ramsey, Katrina Kessler, Robert Snow

Katrina J Eby

No abstract provided.

Preparing Nurse Educators: Designing Hps Simulations Using Cerner Aes., Rachel Ramsey, Katrina Kessler, Robert Snow

Rachel A. Ramsey

No abstract provided.

Successful Implementation Of An Ehr Into Undergraduate Education., Linda Meyer, Carol Sternberger, Tammy Toscos

Carol S Sternberger

No abstract provided.

Interactive Learning Environment: Engaging Students Using Clickers, Carol Sternberger

Carol S Sternberger

Educators continue to search for effective methods that will engage students in their learning. This article presents the integration of clickers while using the constructivist approach to foster critical thinking wile engaging learners in a large classroom setting. A 22-item survey was used to measure the perceived value by students to the use of clickers in engaging them in the learning process and fostering critical thinking. Clickers, also known as personal response systems, created an interactive environment, moving students beyond simple recall to application, analysis, and construction of knowledge.

Electronic Health Records: Bridging The Gap In Nursing Education, Tammy Toscos, Carol Sternberger, Linda Meyer

Carol S Sternberger

No abstract provided.

Successful Implementation Of An Ehr Into Undergraduate Education., Linda Meyer, Carol Sternberger, Tammy Toscos

Tammy R Toscos

No abstract provided.

Electronic Health Records: Bridging The Gap In Nursing Education, Tammy Toscos, Carol Sternberger, Linda Meyer

Tammy R Toscos

No abstract provided.

Evaluating Clinical Judgment In A Nursing Capstone Course, Rebecca S. Jensen

Rebecca S Jensen

No abstract provided.

Using Cerner's Academic Education Solution (Aes) With Human Patient Simulators (Hps) In 3 Key Areas: Nursing Fundamentals; The Evluation Of Psychomotor Skills; And Preparing Nursing Educators, Rebecca Jensen

Rebecca S Jensen

As a Cerner AES subscriber for two years, the faculty at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) has made great strides in implementing the electronic health record (EHR) into our nursing courses. Currently, students enrolled in NUR 130 Essential Clinical Skills use the EHR to document their patient care and actions during skill performance competency demonstrations, more commonly known as “checkoffs.” In previous semesters, Essential Clinical Skill Courses (NUR 130) required students to perform the skills separately and did not integrate the skill within the realm of total patient care. In an effort to make the return demonstration of psychomotor …

Nursing Student's Clinical Reasoning During Simulation, Rebecca S. Jensen

Rebecca S Jensen

Statement of problem While debriefing is considered essential for student understanding of the concepts embedded in a simulation, the measurement of clinical reasoning before and after debriefing has been minimally published. Students typically rate their performance as better than ratings by faculty, and the largest disparity is between self and faculty ratings for poorer performing students (Davis et al., 2006). Debriefing may be a method of attenuating students’ self-assessment by explicating their actions and reasoning during the simulation (Dreifuerst, 2012).

Hypotheses

1. There will be no difference in student self-ratings and lab personnel ratings of student performance during simulation using the …

Student Evaluations Of Interprofessional Simulation, Rebecca Jensen, Deborah Poling

Rebecca S Jensen

Statement of problem While the 2010 report “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health” proposes that nurses work collaboratively with other health care professionals, relatively little has been published on the use of simulation to achieve this goal in nursing and other disciplines. Student ratings of and interprofessional simulation and its effect on collaboration with other disciplines will provide valuable information on ways to improve interprofessional simulations.

Hypotheses

1. Students’ self-ratings of confidence for patient care will improve from beginning to end of the simulation.
2. Students’ self-rating of collaborative learning will improve from beginning to end of the simulation.
3. Students …