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Does Low-Fodmap Diet Decrease Symptoms And Improve Quality Of Life In Ibs? An Integrative Research Review, Melissa Ann Leiker

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common functional bowel disorder that causes abdominal symptoms, missed work and increased visits to the physician's office. The purpose of this Integrated Research Review is to determine whether utilizing a low-FODMAP diet will lead to symptom and quality of life improvement.

Association Of Problematic Smartphone Use With Perceived Family Well-Being In Chinese Adult: The Family Project, Tzu Tsun Luk, Man Ping Wang, Chen Shen, Tai Hing Lam

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Problematic smartphone use is an emerging but underrecognized public health issue. Little is known about its impact on family functioning and relationship, which affect individual health. This study found problematic smartphone use was associated with poor perceived family well-being in a large, population-representative sample of Chinese adults in Hong Kong.

Influence Of The Scent Of Peppermint On Concentration, Yuka Saeki

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This study was designed to clarify whether the scent of peppermint has the effect of enhancing the concentration. The result showed the concentration must increase by smelling the fragrance of peppermint oil.

Experiences Of Significant Others Of Icu Patients With Severe Burns, Liz Flannery, Kath Peters, Elizabeth Jane Halcomb, Gillian Murphy, Lucie M. Ramjan

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The literature review outlines current knowledge of experiences of family members of patients with severe burns in the ICU setting. The literature asserts Significant Others have a substantial impact on patient survival rates and psychological well-being, however the experiences of the Significant Other in these situations has not been investigated.

Does Baking Soda Slow The Progression Of Chronic Kidney Disease?, Viviana Amy Vizcarra

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Chronic Kidney disease is a silent killer that progresses quickly if left untreated. Evidence suggests sodium bicarbonate slows the progression of CKD but further random control trial testing is needed. An integrative research review was completed to synthesize the current evidence on sodium bicarbonate and the progression of CKD.

Mindfulness Interventions Versus Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy For Social Anxiety Disorder: A Systematic Review, Valentina De Los Rios

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The present systematic review explores the scientific literature on whether mindfulness interventions are more effective than CBT in the treatment of patients with social anxiety disorder. Social anxiety has become a public concern as research shows that it is the second most common mental illness in primary settings.

Decreasing Tracheostomy Associated Hospital Acquired Pressure Injuries In Critical Care And Step-Down Units, Seon Lewis-Holman, Julie A. Rivera, Erin M. Donohoe, Renee Murray-Bachmann

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The purpose of this evidence-based practice initiative was to reduce the incidence of hospital-acquired pressure injuries related to a tracheostomy in critical care and step-down units. Pre-EBP initiative, there were 8 tracheostomy-associated HAPIs from 1/2016-12/2016 and 3 post initiative from 1/2017-11/2017, demonstrating a 62.5% decrease in tracheostomy-associated HAPIs.

Gender-Specific Facilitators And Barriers To Health-Related Quality Of Life In Adults With Cystic Fibrosis, Leigh Ann Bray, Sigrid Lynn Ladores, Sylvie Mrug, Benjamin E. Burgess

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Cystic fibrosis is a chronic disease that causes thickened secretions requiring daily treatments lasting 1.5 hours or more. Life expectancy has increased; therefore, improving quality of life is critical. This mixed methods study examines health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and explores its gender-specific facilitators and barriers in an adult sample.

Non-Nutritive Sucking, Oral Breast Milk, And Facilitated Tucking Relieve Preterm Infant Pain During Heel-Stick Procedures, Jen-Jiuan Liaw

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This randomized controlled trial compared the effects of combined sucking+ breast milk, sucking + breast milk + tucking, and routine care on preterm infant pain during and after heel-stick procedures. This study findings advance knowledge on the effects of combining expressed breast milk, sucking, and tucking on infants' procedural pain.

The Nurse's Perception Of Check Back In Health Team Resource Management: A Pilot Study, Yi-Hsuan Wu, Chia-Jung Chen

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The team resource management concept promoted communications between team members, established emotional links, and suggested early implementation of team technique education to improve safety climate and care quality.

Exploration Of The Interrelationship Between Emotional Intelligence, Stress And Coping Strategies Among Undergraduate Nursing Students, Nerissa Asturias

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The study explored the relationship between emotional intelligence, stress and coping strategies of undergraduate nursing students. Three quarters of the students enrolled in a Bachelor of Nursing course were experiencing significant levels of stress. This result presents the opportunity to develop strategies geared to improving students' learning experiences.

Telecollaboration: A Concept Analysis, Joanne L. August

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

With the continued growth of digital technologies and technological pedagogical knowledge, new opportunities for collaborative initiatives and their implementations are set in educational contexts. Therefore, there is a need for clarification of the telecollaboration concept that can be integrated into nursing academia.

The Use Of Digital Badges In Undergraduate Nursing Education: A Case Study, Didy Button, Timna Garnett

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Undergraduate students often do little preparation prior to attending their classes. The opportunity to collect digital badges as students complete pre- class work is an innovative strategy to increase motivation to be prepared for their weekly classes.

Deathbed Visions In Terminally Ill Patients And The Peaceful Death: An Integrated Research Review, Aundraea T. Guinn

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

In dying patients, Deathbed Visions (DBVs) can be sightings of apparitions such as deceased family members and religious figures (Ethier, 2005). Evidence suggests that DBVs provide a sense of comfort to the dying as well as acceptance of death among patients and family members (Fenwick et al., 2009).

Collaborative Efforts To Increase Bsn Prepared Nurses At A State University Hospital, Taylor J. Solak, Roberta Rolland

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

To maximize the BSN workforce at a state-run university hospital, the college of nursing and hospital administration join forces. Collaborative efforts lead to the creation of an "Instant Decision Day" event, resulting in a nearly 300% increase in enrollment of the hospital's nurses to the college's BS completion program.

Patients' Experiences Of Educational Component Of An Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation (Cr) Exercise Programme: Qualitative Study, Wendy Mary Warden

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Contemporary cardiology practices have changed significantly, as have the ways patients obtain information. This study was undertaken to gather patients' experiences of the education programme delivered within an outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation exercise class and to establish whether this programme still meets the needs of the patients who attend.

Effects Of The Tai Chi Qigong In Copd Patients: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Hsiu-Hui Lei, Chia-Chi Kuo

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The findings of the evidence support Tai Chi Qigong can improve activity tolerance for COPD patients. Tai Chi Qigong is suggested the clinical application as a form of traditional Chinese excise for the rehabilitation of patients with COPD.

Experiences Of Adn Faculty Transitioning To Teaching In A Bsn Program, Carleen Graham

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This presentation will provide attendees with information about the context of ADN faculty members transitioning to teaching in a baccalaureate nursing program and describe the barriers and facilitators during the transition process.

Effects Of Interactive E-Books On The Anxiety Level And Satisfaction Of Icu Patients' Family, Shu Yen Lee, Tsae-Jyy Wang

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The use of multimedia, the nursing e-book cannot reduce patients' families' anxiety immediately, but in terms of the acceptance of ward instruction, the result is significantly better than the conventional teaching mode. At the same time, it can help promote the knowledge level of families caring for patient

Preparing Nursing Students For Population Health Using A Community Engaged Pedagogical Approach, Tracy J. Perron, Tami L. Jakubowski

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The need for collaborative practices in the community is a necessity. Community Engagement is a signature experience for the students at TCNJ. This opportunity allows students to apply knowledge; enhance skills and address community needs, as well as develop their own civic skills, clinical skills through an experiential learning opportunity.

Happy Feet In Tomagwa: A Diabetic Foot Education Intervention, Carmencita S. Abood

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The complexity of Diabetes requires a multidisciplinary approach which may not be available in many rural health care settings. Fragmented diabetic patient education and under usage of standards of diabetic foot care among disparate populations can be addressed by implementation of a standardized evidenced based diabetic foot education intervention.

Multifaceted Plan Supporting Sexual Health In Young Adults At University, Zachary C. Byfield, Leah East

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

A multifaceted primary healthcare intervention in partnership between university and healthcare system to promote and support healthy relationships in young adults at university and away from home.

International Collaboration: Use Of A Student-Led Educational Intervention To Decrease Stroke Risk In Rural Thailand, April Bigelow, Naruemol Singha-Dong, Michelle Pardee

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

A student-led international team from University of Michigan School of Nursing and the Institute of Nursing at Suranaree University of Technology delivered a community-based educational program aimed at improving knowledge of modifiable risk factors and attendance at screen programs.

Advancing Global Health Outcomes Through International Collaboration And Education, Olivia Catolico, Leandra Wallace, Jane Anyango, Kathrina Bell

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Recognize the importance of mission and values in fostering cultural sensitivity, and appreciation of diversity. Discuss evidence based interventions that promote intercultural understanding in the teaching-learning process that includes multiple world views, experiences, and power structures. Contrast healthcare delivery systems, and roles of health professionals and liaisons in health promotion.

A Patient With Neobladder For The First Time: The Application Of Orem's Theory, Yi-Chen Wang, Chi-Hui Chuang

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The patients who do the Radical Cystectomy with Neobladder suffering from bladder cancer. In addition to being unable to control urination, there will be a problem of urinary incontinence also. There will be a weird smell. Patients often feel inconvenience and disgrace with diaper. All these affect not only interact with others, but also makes the patients physical or mental harm.

Neobladder is constructed from a segment of the small bowel. Because the cells lining the intestines produce mucus. The mucus may become so thick that could causes urine retention . The patients must learn to irrigate to prevent the …

A Concept Analysis Of Expert Performance, Deborah Ann Halliday

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The smooth transition from nursing student to novice nurse is important for nursing practice and nursing science. Simulation utilizing the expert performance approach can provide a catalyst for quick transition from graduate nurse to novice nurse.

A Multi-Modal Approach To Address Test Anxiety In Students In An Accelerated Nursing Program, Dafina A. Naydenova, Carleen Graham, Nicole Davis, Vivian Lien, Joana Velasquez

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The authors describe a multi-modal approach to reducing test anxiety through the use of aroma therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and peer mentoring for students in accelerated nursing programs.

Variables Which Affect Colon Cancer Screening Rates Among Male Veterans, Patricia D. Dotson

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Participants will identify if any disparities or barriers exist related to the impact of variables identified (age, race, income, educational level, marital status) on colorectal screening rates among male Veterans.

Latent Heterogeneity In Short-Term Trajectories Of Sleep Disturbance In Family Caregivers, Hui-Ling Lai, Chiung-Yu Huang

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Sleep quality of family caregivers is a dynamic process and changes over time. However, little is known about the information on the factors that predict longitudinal sleep patterns of caregivers. By using growth mixture modeling (GMM), we identified two distinct trajectories and its influencing factors.

Prevalence And Trend In Alcohol Use Disorders In Japanese Diabetic Patients, Hajime Koyano, Yasuko Koyano

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Screening tests such as AUDIT for drinking behavior and alcohol dependence should be conducted for patients suspected of alcohol-related problems even during routine care of diabetes.