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Preschool Teachers' Perceptions In Supporting Students Experiencing Trauma, Ann F. Gorbett
Preschool Teachers' Perceptions In Supporting Students Experiencing Trauma, Ann F. Gorbett
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Early childhood teachers are often the first to observe behaviors that could be a result of trauma. The problem that was addressed in this study is that preschool teachers are not adequately trained to effectively address the social, emotional, and academic needs of children who have experienced trauma. Framed by Bandura’s theory of self-efficacy, the purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore preschool teachers’ preparedness and training needs to effectively respond to children who have experienced trauma. Data were collected through semistructured interviews with 10 general education preschool teachers, who have at least 2 years of teaching experience. …
Clinical Practice Guideline For Sepsis In Skilled Nursing Facility, Chinyere Okoroh
Clinical Practice Guideline For Sepsis In Skilled Nursing Facility, Chinyere Okoroh
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that can rapidly lead to organ dysfunction, septic shock, and death if not recognized and treated early. Older adults in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) are especially vulnerable because of age-related physiological changes, chronic conditions, weakened immunity, and increased exposure to infections. Consequently, sepsis remains a major cause of hospital readmissions, mortality, and healthcare utilization among SNF residents. The SNF serving as the site for this Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project experienced increased hospital readmissions associated with recurrent sepsis, highlighting the need for a standardized, evidence-based approach to sepsis recognition and management. The practice-focused question …
Self-Efficacy Mediators For Health-Seeking Behaviors In Women Of Childbearing Age Living With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Domenica Carrier
Self-Efficacy Mediators For Health-Seeking Behaviors In Women Of Childbearing Age Living With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Domenica Carrier
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder leading to varied health complications, such as high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, infertility, and depression among women in the United States. Most studies have focused on managing the physical aspects of PCOS. Limited research to date has been conducted to determine the intrinsic and extrinsic motivation women living with PCOS harness to navigate the physical, psychosocial, and access to care in New Jersey, which are contributors to positive social change. This basic qualitative study utilized semistructured open-ended questions to determine the experiences and perspectives of women between the ages of 18 …
Antiterrorism Policies And Curbing Youth Involvement In Violent Extremism In Nigeria, Timothy Melaye
Antiterrorism Policies And Curbing Youth Involvement In Violent Extremism In Nigeria, Timothy Melaye
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Nigeria continues to face significant challenges from extremist groups such as Boko Haram, unidentified militia groups, and bandits. The radicalization of youths has played a central role in the country's ongoing violent extremism and general insecurity. Efforts to curb youth radicalization remain largely unsuccessful and pose a major challenge in the country. The existing literature on curbing youth violent extremism focuses on the use of force, while other scholars argue for a complex interplay among economic, social, political, and environmental factors. They also considered that high illiteracy, lack of religious understanding, poverty, unemployment, psychological factors, and unstable family environments contribute …
Staff Education To Primary Care Staff About The Standardized Asthma Control Test, Paulina Asiedu
Staff Education To Primary Care Staff About The Standardized Asthma Control Test, Paulina Asiedu
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Staff Education to Primary Care Staff About the Standardized Asthma Control Test by Paulina Asiedu Walden University, 2026. Background Inconsistent primary care asthma tracking leads to reactive management and avoidable emergency utilization. At a Minnesota community clinic, baseline electronic health record (EHR) audits revealed validated Asthma Control Test (ACT) scores were documented in only 5% of eligible encounters, driving a 12% emergency department utilization rate. Purpose & Methods This Doctor of Nursing Practice quality improvement project evaluated whether educating primary care staff on a standardized ACT protocol improved clinical knowledge, behavioral intent, and documentation compliance. Using ADDIE and ADKAR change …
Strategies Health Care Leaders Use To Employ Ai-Supported Data-Driven Decision-Making To Increase Profitability, Lacurisia Harrison
Strategies Health Care Leaders Use To Employ Ai-Supported Data-Driven Decision-Making To Increase Profitability, Lacurisia Harrison
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Strategies Health Care Leaders Use to Employ AI-Supported Data-Driven Decision-Making to Increase Profitability by LaCurisia Harrison MS, Alabama A&M University, 2023 BS, Alabama A&M University, 2021 Qualitative Pragmatic Inquiry Business Research Project Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Business Administration Walden University August 2026
Examination Of The Bureau Of Indian Affairs Public Policy Implementation In Support Of Sovereign Tribal Nations, Erna Mae Faber
Examination Of The Bureau Of Indian Affairs Public Policy Implementation In Support Of Sovereign Tribal Nations, Erna Mae Faber
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Social and economic disparities in the Midwestern Reservation Community have persisted for more than five decades despite the enactment of federal Indian policy designed to address them. Based on the existing research, the Bureau of Indian Affairs’ (BIA’s) failure to effectively administer programs addressing health care, housing, and economic opportunity has perpetuated systemic inequities that disproportionately affect tribal nation members. The purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore how members of the Midwestern Reservation Community viewed the implementation of BIA public policies intended to support tribal nations through the lens of the resource dependence theory, the narrative policy …
Food Insecurity Among Freshman Male Collegiate Athletes At A Historically Black University In Maryland, Petita Cue Rentz
Food Insecurity Among Freshman Male Collegiate Athletes At A Historically Black University In Maryland, Petita Cue Rentz
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Food insecurity is an emerging public health issue impacting collegiate student-athletes enrolled at Historically Black Universities (HBUs). Recent research revealed that 63% of football players have reported some form of food insecurity which disproportionately impacts Black athletes at higher rates. The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the lived experiences and dietary behaviors of freshman male collegiate student-athletes who lacked access to food despite receiving athletic scholarships in a publicly funded HBU in Maryland. The research questions for this qualitative study focused on exploring the lived experiencing of Black male athletes who were experiencing food insecurity at an …
Guideline For Early Identification Of Chronic Kidney Disease In At-Risk Adults In Primary Care, Catherine Ugo
Guideline For Early Identification Of Chronic Kidney Disease In At-Risk Adults In Primary Care, Catherine Ugo
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This Doctor of Nursing Practice project focused on developing and validating a clinical practice guideline (CPG) to improve the early identification of chronic kidney disease (CKD) among at-risk adults in a primary care practice. The project addressed a site-specific practice gap involving the inconsistent use of evidence-based CKD screening, particularly estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (UACR) testing, which may delay diagnosis and treatment (Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes [KDIGO] CKD Work Group, 2024). The purpose of this project was to develop an evidence-based CPG and evaluate its quality using the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and …
The Association Between The 24-Hour Activity Cycle And Academic Performance Of Online Graduate Students In The United States, Alia Ouali
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Online graduate students are a growing population in higher education. Nevertheless, only a few studies have investigated the associations between their academic performance (AP) and movement behaviors—physical activity (PA), sedentary behavior (SB), and sleep quality (SQ). Guided by the 24‑hour activity cycle framework and social cognitive theory, the purpose of this quantitative cross‑sectional study was to explore these relationships among online graduate students in the United States and examine how self-efficacy (SE) and social determinants of health (SDOH) influence them. The online survey, which included validated scales for all constructs, yielded 403 complete responses. AP showed a significant positive association …
A Soft-Skilled Leadership Development Course For New Nurse Managers, Kiadrick Roshelle Hood
A Soft-Skilled Leadership Development Course For New Nurse Managers, Kiadrick Roshelle Hood
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
New nurse managers are stepping into leadership roles without structured training. While organizations offer various onboarding courses for managers transitioning into new management roles, few have implemented a structured, evidence-based program focused on leadership development, particularly in the soft leadership skills needed to lead a diverse workforce. I designed this staff education project to determine whether implementation of a leadership development course focused on time management, prioritization, and delegation would improve new nurse managers’ self-perception of these leadership skills. To address this gap, I developed a 1-day leadership development course to introduce tools to improve new nurse managers’ time management, …
How Adults With Fasd Describe Spiritual Experiences And Faith Formation, Emily Hargrove
How Adults With Fasd Describe Spiritual Experiences And Faith Formation, Emily Hargrove
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) has been extensively studied in childhood and, more recently, in adulthood. However, little is known about how adults with FASD experience faith formation and spirituality. Spirituality has been recognized as a coping resource that promotes resilience and psychological well-being, yet these experiences remain largely unexplored among adults with FASD. The purpose of this study was to explore how adults with FASD describe their faith formation and spiritual experiences. Two research questions guided the study: How do adults with FASD describe their faith formation? and How do adults with FASD describe their spiritual experiences? James Fowler's …
Implementing A Structured Lifestyle Counseling Program To Improve Weight Management In Obese Adults Ages 18–65 Within The Private Primary Care Setting, Ntoge Sone Penda
Implementing A Structured Lifestyle Counseling Program To Improve Weight Management In Obese Adults Ages 18–65 Within The Private Primary Care Setting, Ntoge Sone Penda
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Obesity is a major public health concern that affects millions of adults. As a chronic, progressive disease, obesity increases the risk of developing several medical conditions. Although evidence-based clinical practice guidelines recommend comprehensive lifestyle modification as a first-line treatment, implementation of structured lifestyle counseling in primary care remains inconsistent. The practice-focused question guiding this Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) quality improvement project was: Among obese adults aged 18–65 years in a private primary care setting, does implementing a structured lifestyle counseling program improve body weight and body mass index (BMI) outcomes over an 11-week period? An organizational change process guided …
Improving Interdisciplinary Healthcare Staff Confidence And Competence In Screening, Brief Intervention, And Referral To Treatment Through Standardized Sbirt Training In A Behavioral Health Facility, Grace Kakie Awo Aidoo
Improving Interdisciplinary Healthcare Staff Confidence And Competence In Screening, Brief Intervention, And Referral To Treatment Through Standardized Sbirt Training In A Behavioral Health Facility, Grace Kakie Awo Aidoo
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) is an evidence-based approach for the early identification and management of substance use concerns. However, inconsistent implementation may occur when healthcare staff lack confidence and competence in applying SBIRT in clinical practice. This Doctor of Nursing Practice staff education project addressed a practice gap related to low confidence and competence among interdisciplinary healthcare staff implementing SBIRT in a behavioral health facility. The purpose of the project was to implement and evaluate a standardized SBIRT education and competency-based training program. Guided by the Johns Hopkins evidence-based practice model, the educational intervention incorporated evidence-based …
Texas Teachers’ Perspectives On Work Experiences That Influenced Their Decision To Leave Their District Or Profession Following The Onset Of The Pandemic, Rose Pham Tran
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The problem that was addressed through this study is the over 10% departure of K-12 teachers following the onset of the pandemic, contributing to widespread teacher shortages in the classrooms in Texas. Guided by Bakker and Demerouti’s job demands and resources framework, the purpose of this study was to explore K-12 teachers’ perspectives on the demands and responsibilities as well as their reasons to leave the district or profession following the onset of the pandemic. For this case study, semistructured interviews were conducted with 10 teachers from the same district who voluntarily left between 2020 and 2025. Additional data on …
Southeastern Michigan Firefighters’ Experiences With Their Organization’S Employee Assistance Program, Angela Patricia Johnson
Southeastern Michigan Firefighters’ Experiences With Their Organization’S Employee Assistance Program, Angela Patricia Johnson
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Mental health challenges among first responders require coordinated stakeholder efforts. Although employee assistance programs (EAPs) are commonly offered as workplace benefits, little is known about firefighters’ experiences with these programs and how they can be tailored to meet their unique needs. Existing literature suggested that EAP utilization among firefighters is influenced by program awareness, confidentiality concerns, organizational support, stigma, and the extent to which services are tailored to first responders’ needs. Using a generic qualitative design and policy feedback theory, this study explored southeastern Michigan firefighters’ experiences with EAPs. Purposive sampling was used to recruit 11 firefighters for semi structured …
Parents’ Perceptions Of Their Children With Disabilities’ Mental Health During The Rapid Transition To Online Learning At The Time Of The Covid-19 Pandemic, Arnell Rorie Footman
Parents’ Perceptions Of Their Children With Disabilities’ Mental Health During The Rapid Transition To Online Learning At The Time Of The Covid-19 Pandemic, Arnell Rorie Footman
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The COVID-19 pandemic prompted an abrupt shift to online learning, raising significant concerns about the mental health of children with disabilities. Existing research highlights increased rates of anxiety, depression, and social isolation during due to the disruptions in structured routines and in-person support systems. This generic qualitative study, guided by Bronfenbrenner’s EST was conducted to explore parents’ perceptions of the mental health challenges experienced by their students with disabilities during the rapid transition to online learning at the time of COVID-19 pandemic. Data was obtained through semi-structured interviews in which parents voiced their perceptions and experiences concerning their children’s mental …
Exploring Elite Athletes’ Perceptions Of The Practice Of Mindfulness For Mental Health And Optimal Performance, Omar A. Sesay
Exploring Elite Athletes’ Perceptions Of The Practice Of Mindfulness For Mental Health And Optimal Performance, Omar A. Sesay
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Elite athletes experience physical, cognitive, and emotional demands that affect athletic performance and personal well-being, increasing the risk for anxiety, depression, burnout, attentional difficulties, and maladaptive coping strategies. Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) has been examined for its effect on attentional control, emotional regulation, cognitive flexibility, and stress resilience, but limited qualitative research has examined how elite athletes experience the practice of mindfulness. The purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore elite athletes’ perceptions of the practice of mindfulness for mental health and optimal performance. The theoretical framework draws from mindfulness theory and MBSR principles. Semistructured interviews were conducted …
Staff Education To Improve Central Line Maintenance Documentation Compliance, Martha Danette Oglesby
Staff Education To Improve Central Line Maintenance Documentation Compliance, Martha Danette Oglesby
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This was a staff education quality improvement project aimed at improving compliance with central line maintenance documentation among nurses on a busy transitional care unit (TCU). The practice problem was inconsistent documentation of central line bundle documentation. Documentation is an important part of nursing care and is the most effective way to communicate the care provided. Effective documentation is a pivotal way of identifying evidence-based care to prevent central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs). The practice-focused question was, In nursing staff working on an inpatient TCU, what is the impact of targeted education on evidence-based central venous catheter bundle care documentation, …
Mexican Women Caregivers’ Support For Family Members With Type 2 Diabetes, Andrea Mesa
Mexican Women Caregivers’ Support For Family Members With Type 2 Diabetes, Andrea Mesa
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a persistent public health challenge in the United States, disproportionately affecting Hispanic populations. Mexican-origin women often serve as primary caregivers for relatives living with diabetes, yet their voices and lived experiences remain underrepresented in research. This study addressed the limited understanding of how cultural values and caregiving roles influence diabetes management within Hispanic families. The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study was to explore the lived experiences of Mexican-origin women aged 40 to 60 who care for a family member with T2D. Guided by the theory of planned behavior and social cognitive theory, the study …
Lived Experiences And Competencies Of Mental Health Professionals Supporting Postpartum Mothers’ Mental Health And Well-Being, Shaynie Wolski
Lived Experiences And Competencies Of Mental Health Professionals Supporting Postpartum Mothers’ Mental Health And Well-Being, Shaynie Wolski
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, and postpartum psychosis, affect postpartum individuals and their families. Limited research has examined the lived experiences and competencies of licensed mental health professionals who address PMADs, potentially limiting counselor educators’ ability to prepare counselors for postpartum mental health needs. Guided by hermeneutic phenomenology and informed by Ecological Systems Theory, the purpose of this qualitative study was to answer the guiding question: What are the lived experiences of licensed mental health professionals in recognizing, assessing, and treating PMADs among postpartum clients? Semi-structured interviews were conducted with eight …
Retaining Teaching Hospital Nonacademic Nurse Educators: Addressing Burnout And Building Workforce Resilience, Walter Guevara
Retaining Teaching Hospital Nonacademic Nurse Educators: Addressing Burnout And Building Workforce Resilience, Walter Guevara
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Burnout and high turnover intentions among nonacademic nurse educators (NANEs) in academic teaching hospitals pose a critical challenge for healthcare administration, threatening workforce stability, nursing education capacity, and healthcare outcomes. The purpose of the integrative review was to examine evidence-based strategies to reduce burnout and enhance resilience among NANEs, thereby improving retention, well-being, and workforce sustainability. An integrative literature review was conducted using the Johns Hopkins Evidence-Based Practice appraisal tools and 49 sources published between 2020 and 2025 were found to match criteria and quality for thematic analysis. Guided by Herzberg’s two-factor theory, a thematic analysis was used to synthesize …
Staff Education To Improve Consistent Phq-9 Administration In An Outpatient Psychiatric Practice, Ngozi Eboru
Staff Education To Improve Consistent Phq-9 Administration In An Outpatient Psychiatric Practice, Ngozi Eboru
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Depression is a leading cause of disability and is associated with functional impairment, reduced quality of life, and increased healthcare utilization. Consistent administration of the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) is an essential component of measurement-based care, supporting the identification, monitoring, and treatment of depressive symptoms. A retrospective chart review at a private outpatient psychiatric practice identified inconsistent PHQ-9 administration and documentation, with a baseline completion rate of 62%. The purpose of this Doctor of Nursing Practice staff education project was to evaluate the impact of a structured educational intervention on the consistency of PHQ-9 administration among staff involved in the …
Strategies For Managing Change In Home Health Care Businesses, Halbert Brown
Strategies For Managing Change In Home Health Care Businesses, Halbert Brown
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Home health care agencies may experience financial hardship when regulatory inspections result in deficiencies and administrative penalties. Home health company (HHC) leaders are concerned because ineffective change management strategies may contribute to ongoing regulatory deficiencies, penalties, and reduced business performance. Grounded in Lewin’s change management theory, the purpose of this qualitative pragmatic inquiry project was to explore change management strategies some HHC owners successfully implemented to reduce administrative deficiencies and penalties to augment business performance and profitability. The participants were six leaders from HHC firms in the southwestern region of the United States who had developed effective strategies to improve …
Staff Education To Implementation Of Fall Prevention Education To Improve Fall Prevention Knowledge Among Nurses And Cnas In A Nursing Home, Margret Nkechi Anabaronye
Staff Education To Implementation Of Fall Prevention Education To Improve Fall Prevention Knowledge Among Nurses And Cnas In A Nursing Home, Margret Nkechi Anabaronye
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This project was a staff education initiative designed to enhance fall-prevention knowledge among nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) in a nursing home setting. The practice problem addressed was the high incidence of patient falls among older adults, which is a persistent safety concern in caregiving facilities since it leads to injury, decreased quality of life, and heightened healthcare costs. The project aimed to determine whether implementing a fall-prevention educational initiative would enhance staff knowledge and confidence levels on fall prevention. Analytical strategies used in this project included quantitative pre- and posttests and descriptive statistics to measure changes in participants’ …
Staff Education To Improve Knowledge Of Standardized Scheduling In A Certified Home Health Agency, Roger Nounamo Kamkoumeu
Staff Education To Improve Knowledge Of Standardized Scheduling In A Certified Home Health Agency, Roger Nounamo Kamkoumeu
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
In this staff education project, I addressed the concerning rate of missed patient visits in home healthcare settings. At the practicum site, there has been no education program addressing scheduling and communication best practices for staff. The practice-focused question guiding this project was: Among nursing staff in a home health agency, does implementation of a staff education program on a standardized scheduling and reminder protocol, improve staff knowledge of missed visit reduction practices? The purpose of the project was to evaluate the effectiveness of the staff training on staff knowledge of scheduling, communication, and reminder protocols for the reduction of …
Lived Experiences Of Clinical Psychologists: Personal Coping Strategies To Address Emotional Exhaustion, Ayushi Shrestha
Lived Experiences Of Clinical Psychologists: Personal Coping Strategies To Address Emotional Exhaustion, Ayushi Shrestha
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Emotional exhaustion is a key element of burnout among clinical psychologists. However, there are limited qualitative studies that examine how psychologists experience and cope with it. This study explored how licensed clinical psychologists experience and cope with emotional exhaustion. The study used Orem’s Self-Care Deficit Theory to explore how clinicians perceive, interpret, and respond to emotional demands. Semi structured interviews with licensed clinical psychologists experiencing emotional exhaustion were used to collect data. Data were analyzed using an interpretative phenomenological analysis approach, including descriptive and pattern coding to identify themes. Five themes were identified: workplace and organizational stressors; emotional experience of …
Relationship Between Sociodemographic Factors And Opioid Overdose Mortality In Milwaukee County, 2020-2021, Elizabeth David
Relationship Between Sociodemographic Factors And Opioid Overdose Mortality In Milwaukee County, 2020-2021, Elizabeth David
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Opioid overdose deaths increased significantly from 2020 to 2021, with Milwaukee County experiencing higher rates than the national and state averages. African American and Hispanic residents faced disproportionately high fatal overdose rates. The purpose of this quantitative retrospective cross-sectional study was to examine the associations among socioeconomic status, race, age, access to treatment (measured by emergency medical services [EMS] naloxone administration), and opioid overdose mortality among underserved minority populations in Milwaukee County. Guided by the social-ecological model, the study analyzed data from the Milwaukee Health Department and the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office across 34 ZIP codes. Inclusion criteria for …
Sbirt Staff Education To Registered Nurses In The Emergency Department, Rosemary Thuet
Sbirt Staff Education To Registered Nurses In The Emergency Department, Rosemary Thuet
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Summary The project hospitals have, on average, 2,400 emergency department (ED) visits a month. Although patients receive a social screening, there are no specific assessments to determine if the person is at risk for alcohol use disorder (AUD). The lack of screening is a missed opportunity to provide a Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) assessment of over 2,400 patients a month or 48,000 people annually. Although several screening tools could be used for an SBIRT assessment, the recommendation of ED nursing leadership is to implement the tool known as the CAGE Questionnaire (Cut down, Annoyed, Guilty, and …
African American Experiences Accessing Mental Health Services In Rural Communities, Danielle O. Keith-Alexandre
African American Experiences Accessing Mental Health Services In Rural Communities, Danielle O. Keith-Alexandre
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
African American communities have exhibited greater vulnerability in psychological functioning and well-being, and usage of mental health services for evaluation and treatment are lower than for other groups, due to a range of barriers, including geographic location and lack of access. There is a lack of research on the difficulties African Americans face in accessing mental health services in U.S. rural communities. The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore, from a phenomenological approach, the lived experiences of African American adults residing in rural Pennsylvania mid-U.S. Eastern Coastal communities in regard to accessing mental health services. The social-ecological model …