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Essential Oils Reduction Of Dementia-Related Behavior Disturbances: A Case Study And Literature Review, Dawn L. Langley-Brady Jun 2019

Essential Oils Reduction Of Dementia-Related Behavior Disturbances: A Case Study And Literature Review, Dawn L. Langley-Brady

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

In 2015, over 9 million people were diagnosed with dementia worldwide. Dementia can be accompanied by aggression or violent behavior intractable to standard treatment (e.g. Seroquel). In one case study, essential oils reduced aggressive behavior within 20 minutes of application. This case study and literature review will be discussed.


Translating Theory To Practice: Integrating Global Health Curricula And Healthcare Across Nations, Olivia Catolico, Jane Anyango, Leandra Wallace Jun 2019

Translating Theory To Practice: Integrating Global Health Curricula And Healthcare Across Nations, Olivia Catolico, Jane Anyango, Leandra Wallace

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This presentation highlights the integration of intercultural knowledge and translation of theory to practice in nursing curricula. Conference participants will be able to design a course or curriculum using global learning outcomes, and develop effective measures of learning appropriately leveled within the curriculum.


Preventing Pressure Injury In Adults Presenting To The Emergency Department By Ambulance, Paul Fulbrook, Sandra Miles, Fiona Coyer Jun 2019

Preventing Pressure Injury In Adults Presenting To The Emergency Department By Ambulance, Paul Fulbrook, Sandra Miles, Fiona Coyer

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Pressure injury prevention in the ambulance and emergency department has not been well explored. This study identified 5% prevalence on ambulance arrival, with very little preventative intervention implemented in the ambulance or emergency department. In these settings, it is concluded that pressure-relieving surfaces should be implemented for all at-risk patients.


Systematic Reviews In Nursing: Healthy Diversity Or Complete Confusion?, Diana Lyn Baptiste, Quanlei Li, Helen Aveyard, Caroline Bradbury-Jones Jun 2019

Systematic Reviews In Nursing: Healthy Diversity Or Complete Confusion?, Diana Lyn Baptiste, Quanlei Li, Helen Aveyard, Caroline Bradbury-Jones

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The emerging multiple terms used to describe a scientific literature review is a cause for concern, contributing to risk of confusion. We suggest that consistency in terms used would assist researchers and journal editors alike.


Performing Communication As Effective Means Of Student Learning Communication Skills: Using Critical Performative Pedagogy, Dalit Wilhelm, Carmit Goren Jun 2019

Performing Communication As Effective Means Of Student Learning Communication Skills: Using Critical Performative Pedagogy, Dalit Wilhelm, Carmit Goren

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Critical performative pedagogy (CPP) is a novel approach to facilitate teaching communication skills to nursing students and is being applied in undergraduate programs. CPP develops social and emotional learning to equip students with interpersonal and cognitive competence.


Verification Of The Psychometric Properties Of The Nurses' Perception Of Patient Rounding Scale, Kathleen L. Neville Jun 2019

Verification Of The Psychometric Properties Of The Nurses' Perception Of Patient Rounding Scale, Kathleen L. Neville

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Intentional hourly patient rounding has re-emerged as a standard practice initiative to promote safety and improved quality care. Using the newly developed instrument, the Nurses' Perception of Patient Rounding Scale, the purpose of this methodological study was to further examine the psychometric properties of this instrument in additional investigations.


Outcomes Associated With Student Engagement In Interprofessional Education And Collaborative Practice: Global Is Local, Maria R. Shirey, Connie White-Williams, Lisle Hites Jun 2019

Outcomes Associated With Student Engagement In Interprofessional Education And Collaborative Practice: Global Is Local, Maria R. Shirey, Connie White-Williams, Lisle Hites

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This presentation discusses the engagement outcomes associated with integration of students from multiple disciplines at an academic health center in an interprofessional education (IPE) experience within a collaborative practice (IPCP) model to care for a vulnerable population of heart failure patients.


The Efficacy Of Planned Intervention On Maternal Stress In Malaysia's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Swee Leong Ong, Khatijah Lim, Kim Lam Soh, Kim Geok Soh, Emni Hussin Jun 2019

The Efficacy Of Planned Intervention On Maternal Stress In Malaysia's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Swee Leong Ong, Khatijah Lim, Kim Lam Soh, Kim Geok Soh, Emni Hussin

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This study aims to determine maternal stress level and its relationship with maternal and infant characteristics as perceived by mothers whose premature infants were admitted to NICU and to investigate the effects of planned nursing intervention in reducing mothers stress in NICU.


Examining The Perceptions Of Postoperative Vital Signs Practices, Linda Wilson, Helen S. Kane Jun 2019

Examining The Perceptions Of Postoperative Vital Signs Practices, Linda Wilson, Helen S. Kane

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The nursing staff council at an urban magnet hospital began questioning why postoperative vital signs were done at the current frequency. This session will present the evidence-based practice project that was completed to examine the frequency and perceptions of postoperative vital signs.


Creativity, Patience, And Lifelong-Learning: Three Pillars Of Sustainable Learning, Anne Marie Jean-Baptiste Jun 2019

Creativity, Patience, And Lifelong-Learning: Three Pillars Of Sustainable Learning, Anne Marie Jean-Baptiste

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This paper summarizes the most common measures to challenge healthcare complexities and increase patients' health outcomes, synthesizes latest propositions and initiatives for a swift focus on more sustainable educational approaches. It also shares the initiatives of a nursing program to contribute, perpetuate, and advance nursing education in the right direction


Using Course Analytics For Measuring Student Engagement And Outcomes In On-Line Msn Students, Patricia A. Riccio, Joanne Farley Serembus Jun 2019

Using Course Analytics For Measuring Student Engagement And Outcomes In On-Line Msn Students, Patricia A. Riccio, Joanne Farley Serembus

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The purpose of this study was to examine associations between student engagement and student outcomes in online MSN students. While learning analytics have been used to analyze the association between student activity and performance in online higher education, studies on this topic were sparsely found in the nursing literature.


Next-Level Learning: Integrating Concept-Based Curriculum In Msn Education Programs, Susan K. Lee, Pamela Willson Jun 2019

Next-Level Learning: Integrating Concept-Based Curriculum In Msn Education Programs, Susan K. Lee, Pamela Willson

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Concept-based curriculum in model Master-level nursing education courses was developed and is presented so that it can be utilized globally. Each course has been placed on a curriculum matrix to crosswalk outcomes with the CCNE Master Essentials, NONPF, and QSEN.


Screening For Second Hand Smoke Exposure In Primary Care, Chrissie Middleton, Debra Pettit Whisenant Jun 2019

Screening For Second Hand Smoke Exposure In Primary Care, Chrissie Middleton, Debra Pettit Whisenant

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Participants within this session will learn the importance of screening and educating on secondhand smoke exposure for all patients within healthcare settings. In addition, the proposal of future implications for clinicians, researchers, and legislators that facilitates screening and education and minimizing exposure will be analyzed.


A Meeting Of Hearts And Minds: A Critical Reflection On Expanding Global Partnerships, Sara Horton-Deutsch, Gisela H. Van Rensburg Jun 2019

A Meeting Of Hearts And Minds: A Critical Reflection On Expanding Global Partnerships, Sara Horton-Deutsch, Gisela H. Van Rensburg

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The aim of this presentation is to engage in a critical reflective dialogue regarding the evolution of an international partnership in order to illuminate a process for building, enhancing and sustaining global partnerships as a template for others.


An Innovative Partnership Paradigm: Patient Engagement And Health Information Technology Curriculum For Phd Nursing Students, Ruth A. Bush, Cynthia D. Connelly, Patricia Roth, Jane M. Georges Jun 2019

An Innovative Partnership Paradigm: Patient Engagement And Health Information Technology Curriculum For Phd Nursing Students, Ruth A. Bush, Cynthia D. Connelly, Patricia Roth, Jane M. Georges

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

An innovative graduate level patient engagement and technology seminar was developed to impart engagement and health information technology skills to nurse scientists. The presentation will highlight topics and skills to help nurse scientists lead effective projects that will support meaningful patient engagement and which incorporate health information technology.


Identifying Staff Nurses' Perceptions Of Work Environments In Japan, Kasane Kashima, Naomi Funashima, Toshiko Nakayama Jun 2019

Identifying Staff Nurses' Perceptions Of Work Environments In Japan, Kasane Kashima, Naomi Funashima, Toshiko Nakayama

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This study identified staff nurses' perceptions of their work environments in Japan using a scale, which reflects Japanese culture and discussed to obtain suggestions to improve their workplaces.


Using A Qualitative Systematic Review To Guide Approaches To Prevent Or Manage Compassion Fatigue, Susan W. Salmond Jun 2019

Using A Qualitative Systematic Review To Guide Approaches To Prevent Or Manage Compassion Fatigue, Susan W. Salmond

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The findings of a qualitative systematic review examining the experience of compassion fatigue are used to present a model of compassion fatigue which highlights factors contributing to its occurrence as well as interventions to take at different points to prevent and minimize the impact of compassion fatigue.


Outcomes Of Children Prenatally Exposed To Opioids Around The World: A Systematic Review, Sara J. Arter, Brian Tyler, Cameron M. Hay, Jennifer Mcallister, Elizabeth Kiel Jun 2019

Outcomes Of Children Prenatally Exposed To Opioids Around The World: A Systematic Review, Sara J. Arter, Brian Tyler, Cameron M. Hay, Jennifer Mcallister, Elizabeth Kiel

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Illicit use of opioids is becoming a global health concern, especially amongst users of childbearing age. In this session, long-term developmental outcomes of children around the world prenatally exposed to opioids will be discussed, as well as implications for future research and nursing practice.


The Pre-Pregnancy Body Mass Index And Gestational Weight Gain For Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, Chich-Hsiu Hung, Yi-Ling Chiou, Hsiu-Yun Liao Jun 2019

The Pre-Pregnancy Body Mass Index And Gestational Weight Gain For Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, Chich-Hsiu Hung, Yi-Ling Chiou, Hsiu-Yun Liao

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Health care providers should emphasize the impact of pre-pregnancy BMI and GWG on the perinatal health of women with GDM in prenatal visit. It is necessary to provide childbearing women with additional health education in the areas of health promotion, nutrition, weight control, exercise, and maintaining regular everyday lives.


Examining The Relationship Of Socioeconomic Status And Intimate Partner Violence Among Middle-Aged Chinese Adults, Tingxuan Wang, Janet Yuen Ha Wong, Daniel Yee Tak Fong Jun 2019

Examining The Relationship Of Socioeconomic Status And Intimate Partner Violence Among Middle-Aged Chinese Adults, Tingxuan Wang, Janet Yuen Ha Wong, Daniel Yee Tak Fong

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This study examined the prevalence of intimate partner violence and its relationship with socioeconomic status by a sample of 400 middle-aged participants in Hong Kong based on a cross-sectional study.


Symptom Experiences And Quality Of Life In Adolescents With Cancer Receiving Cancer Treatments, Donruedee Kamkhoad Jun 2019

Symptom Experiences And Quality Of Life In Adolescents With Cancer Receiving Cancer Treatments, Donruedee Kamkhoad

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This descriptive correlational study exploring symptom experiences (the number of symptoms experienced, symptom severity, and symptom distress), quality of life, and the relationship between these variables in Thai adolescents aged 10-15 years old with cancer receiving cancer treatments.


A Meta-Synthesis Of Qualitative Evidence Describing Nurse Leaders' Experience Of Upward Violence, Linda J. Patrick, Alice Pauline Gaudine, Lorraine A. Busby Jun 2019

A Meta-Synthesis Of Qualitative Evidence Describing Nurse Leaders' Experience Of Upward Violence, Linda J. Patrick, Alice Pauline Gaudine, Lorraine A. Busby

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

A meta-synthesis of qualitative evidence using Joanna Briggs systematic review methodology to describe nurse leaders' experience of upwards violence. This presentation describes our review question, search strategy, study selection, assessment of methodological quality, data extraction, data synthesis, and assessing certainty of findings. Implications for research and practice are discussed


Benefits Of Oral Health Education In Nutrition Programs For At-Risk Infants, Children, And Mothers, Deborah J. Mattheus Jun 2019

Benefits Of Oral Health Education In Nutrition Programs For At-Risk Infants, Children, And Mothers, Deborah J. Mattheus

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Dental caries affects disadvantaged infants and children worldwide. An evaluation of parent's oral health beliefs and behaviors and education was provided during nutrition program visits for high risk families. This simple education intervention positively impacted parent's oral health behaviors which could ultimately impact oral health outcomes of vulnerable populations.


A Facilitated And Structured Program Empowering Health Professionals To Integrate Research Evidence Into Clinical Care, Kate Kynoch, Mary-Anne Ramis Jun 2019

A Facilitated And Structured Program Empowering Health Professionals To Integrate Research Evidence Into Clinical Care, Kate Kynoch, Mary-Anne Ramis

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This presentation will provide an overview of a facilitated and structured program that was designed and implemented to build the capability of our organization's health professionals to produce, integrate and implement research evidence into clinical care.


Reflections Of Student Nurses With Managing A Clinical Crisis: Sim-Ipe, Rebecca K. Aulbach, Peggy A. Landrum, Rita Ann Dello Stritto Jun 2019

Reflections Of Student Nurses With Managing A Clinical Crisis: Sim-Ipe, Rebecca K. Aulbach, Peggy A. Landrum, Rita Ann Dello Stritto

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Senior nursing students from a baccalaureate nursing program reflected on their experience with an interprofessional education (IPE) activity of a managing a clinical crisis in an inpatient facility. Participants were all senior students from their respective disciplines of nursing, medicine, and pharmacy.


Global At Home: A Primary Care Clinical Option In A Bsn Ambulatory Nursing Course, Caroline Varner Coburn, Valerie V. Mac, Gina Papa Jun 2019

Global At Home: A Primary Care Clinical Option In A Bsn Ambulatory Nursing Course, Caroline Varner Coburn, Valerie V. Mac, Gina Papa

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

As part of an Ambulatory Care Nursing course, BSN students had an opportunity for clinical experience in a Nurse Practitioner-led clinic that serves refugee and immigrant clients. They gained experience in primary care nursing with specific cultural implications, and observed the challenges in sustaining a clinic for underserved populations.


More Than A Toolkit: A Collaborative Partnership With Global Reach, Susan Mcneill, Tricia Swartz, Yonda Lai, Michael H. Cass Jun 2019

More Than A Toolkit: A Collaborative Partnership With Global Reach, Susan Mcneill, Tricia Swartz, Yonda Lai, Michael H. Cass

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Presenters will describe a synergistic partnership approach to making sustainable improvements throughout health sectors around the globe. A toolkit is a catalyst for making this happen but it is the power of national and global networks, and the collective action of interprofessional teams, which advance cultures of excellence.


School-Based Preventive Health: Telehealth Ready Certified Screeners, Pamela Willson, Dinorah Martinez-Anderson Jun 2019

School-Based Preventive Health: Telehealth Ready Certified Screeners, Pamela Willson, Dinorah Martinez-Anderson

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Collaboration between a school of nursing and a school district was undertaken to meet state mandated health screenings for 27 schools and 7,000 school children. BSN and MSN nursing students were certified as screeners, providing valuable clinical and service-learning experiences. A telehealth school screening protocol will be discussed.


A Church-Based Educational Program To Increase Prostate Cancer Screening For Black Men 40 And Older, Dawn Marie Silvera-Ndure Jun 2019

A Church-Based Educational Program To Increase Prostate Cancer Screening For Black Men 40 And Older, Dawn Marie Silvera-Ndure

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This project provides a program, grounded in self-efficacy, that will educate African-American men about prostate cancer, empower them with knowledge regarding risk, and motivate them to seek preventative screenings.Dissemination of the project will include presentations to the community church leaders, Caribbean healthcare professionals, and publication in Parish nursing journals.


Leader Co-Mentorship: A Journey Toward Purpose And Excellence, Kimberly T. Hodges, Belinda Frazee Jun 2019

Leader Co-Mentorship: A Journey Toward Purpose And Excellence, Kimberly T. Hodges, Belinda Frazee

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Co-mentoring in leader dyads institute mutually beneficial learning relationships. This leader dyad leveraged co-mentoring to increase first year nurse retention by 47% and reduce patient harm by 60% while enhancing purpose and excellence within their clinical team.