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Pain-Management Challenges In Rural Communities Impacted By Multi-Drug Overdoses, Cathy L. Campbell

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify themes that describe pain management challenges experienced by nurses in a rural Appalachian area of the United States (US) that has been negatively impacted by opioid overdoses. Internationally pain management interventions by nurses includes pain assessment, teaching about pharmacological and non-pharmacological modalities, and the evaluation of treatment effectiveness (Doorenbos, Jansen, Oakes & Wilson, 2013). However, pre-licensure nursing and continuing education curricula do not contain content on how to effectively manage pain in people who concurrently are living with substance abuse or addiction to alcohol or drugs (Hamilton & Watson, 2014). Rural …

Developing And Validating A Problem-Solving Tool For Caregivers To Manage Antineoplastic Treatment For Family Members, Annamaria Bagnasco

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: To develop and validate an educational tool consisting of a deck of cards for caregivers to educate them to autonomously and safely manage biological antineoplastic oral therapy for their family members at home. This will also increase patients" adherence to treatment.

Methods: We started from the definition of ‘self-management" coined by Corbin & Strauss (1988): ‘Self-management aims at helping patients to maintain a wellness in their foreground perspective" (Lorig & Holman 2003, p. 1). Therefore, self-management is based on the perception patients have about problems linked to their conditions. This led us to choose a method based on the …

Description Of Medical-Surgical Nurses' Care Of Patients At Risk For Pressure Ulcers (Pu), Barbara J. Mayer

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore and describe the level of understanding of PU development and prevention and the perceptions of implementing PU prevention measures of nurses caring for patients in MS units.

Key Principles For Action, Liliana Mota

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The health promotion action is a process to improve people health`s. In this context, people has an active role to enhance their well-being and wellness. The nursing college could be a health promoting context to enhance the health self-control of academic communities, and it creating a learning environment and organizational culture that enhances health. The main lines that characterized these contexts are: to adopt institutional compromises and build healthy policy, to promote well-being, knowledge in health"s area, critical health literacy, personal and social responsibility of the academic and local community.

The aim of the study was to describe the process …

Practical Application Of High Reliability Principles In Healthcare To Promote Clinical Quality And Safety Outcomes, Cynthia A. Oster, Sherilyn Deakins

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Learn how application of High Reliability Organization (HRO) principles into daily healthcare work processes can successfully drive and promote improved quality clinical outcomes, safety, and culture change.

State Of The Evidence, Making Sense Of The Data: Culturally Competent Nursing Practices In Pennsylvania, Rita K. Adeniran, Diana Jones, Anand Bhattacharya

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This presentation will discuss the findings of a statewide Survey of Registered Nurses across the state of Pennsylvania in the United States of America. It will describe participants" demographics in relation to the Pennsylvania nursing workforce, along with nurses" report of the strengths and opportunities to enhance cultural competency.

The Importance Of Follow-Up In The Teaching, Implementing And Sustaining Of Evidence-Based Practice, Jennifer H. Dean

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This session focuses on the evidence-based follow-up strategies utilized to support the evidence-based practice (EBP) process and EBP teams through discussions and meetings in the collaborative work between Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) and The Center for Transdisciplinary Evidence-based Practice (CTEP) at The Ohio State University College of Nursing.

Perceived Quality Of Life Following Falls: Voices Of Community-Dwelling Older Adults, Anthony A. Adeniran

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The purpose of the study was to document the voices of community-dwelling older adults" perceived quality of life following the experience of falls.

Structured Data In Electronic Health Records To Capture Nursing Work In Complex Care Management, Ianita Zlateva, Mary L. Blankson

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The use of electronic health records (EHRs) has changed the way healthcare is delivered and documented. Structured templates and other data are important to measure the impact of nurses in the complex care management. These methods may be used globally, recognizing nurses as unique members of the care team.

Global Research And International Collaborations In The Pacific Rim, Christine Kennedy

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The studies to be presented in this symposium address Goal Three of the United Nations Sustainable Development program to reduce by 2030 one third of premature mortality from NCD"s through prevention and treatment with the work of nurse scientist teams in the Pacific Rim and the United States.

Noncommunicable diseases (NCD) such as cardiovascular disease, cancers, diabetes and chronic lung diseases account for 68% of global deaths, disproportionally affecting low resource countries; and contributing to disparities in immigrant populations in high resource countries. The studies to be presented in this symposium address Goal Three of the United Nations Sustainable Development …

Baby Beep: A Tele-Health Intervention For Depressed, Low-Income Mothers, Linda Bullock, Emily Evans

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Pregnant women and new mothers who are depressed and living on low-incomes have many economic, social and logistical barriers in obtaining treatment. A nursing tele-health social support/counselling intervention will be presented that is both economical and acceptable to women who received the intervention.

Development Of An Evidence-Based Online Veteran Healthcare Course, Alicia Gill Rossiter, Dianne Morrison-Beedy, Rita F. D'Aoust

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Over 2 million Americans have served in the military since 9/11. Often civilian providers are these veterans only or primary source of health care. This presentation will discuss the development of a first-of-its-kind online veteran centric healthcare course aimed at educating nurses to care for veterans and their families.

Innovative Pedagogical Approaches To Undergraduate Nursing Research: Avoiding The Cursory Critique, Jamela M. Martin

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Participants should expect to discuss the pitfalls of the typical nursing pedagogical strategies in nursing research courses; recognize how and why our new graduate nurses lack confidence with evidence translation upon practice entry; and identify the benefits of using experiential learning approaches in undergraduate research courses.

Effects Of Care Arrangements On Chinese Older Adults' Relocation To Long-Term Care Facilities, Jing Wang, Bei Wu, Wei Pan, Qing Yang

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

China's population is experiencing the most rapid aging process in the world. Elder care in China has become a growing public concern. This study was among the first to use national longitudinal survey data to examine how different care arrangements would affect institutionalization among Chinese community-dwelling older adults.

Evaluation Of The Efficacy Of Repeat Falls Risk Assessments Using The Morse Falls Scale, Mary Beth Harrington

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Patient falls have been identified as a potentially preventable, nurse sensitive outcome. Routine assessment of fall risk is required by the Joint Commission (2015). The rate of falls in the United States is approximately 3.5 falls per 1,000 patient days, with 1 injurious fall per 1,000 patient days. They are the most commonly reported adverse events in hospitals, constituting approximately 40% reports. Patient falls delay recovery, cause psychological harm and can decrease independence and mobility due to either physical harm or fear of falling again. As of October, 2008, Medicare no longer provides reimbursement for care required due to inpatient …

Adult Attachment Style And Family Presence Preference During Invasive Nursing Procedures, Nurten Kaya

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: This study was carried out in the descriptive and correlational type to examine the effect of adult attachment styles regarding the fact that the patients prefer their family members/relatives/the people they care to stand by them during invasive nursing procedures.

Methods: The study population consisted of patients hospitalized in the observation unit of the internal medicine section in the emergency department of a university hospital. The sample consisted of 76 patients who were selected by random sampling method.

Results: It was found that 56.6% (n=43) of the patients were female, the age average was 47.83 (SD=18.88), 65.8% (n=50) of …

The Value Of Peer Contact In Patients Impacted By "Rare" Diseases, J. Dwayne Jr. Hooks

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Rare diseases in the United States are defined as illnesses that impact fewer than 200,000 individuals concurrently. Guillain-Barre" syndrome (GBS) is an example of a rare disease that impacts the peripheral nervous system.With the eradication of polio, GBS has become the leading cause of paralysis in the U.S. GBS is an autoimmune illness that generally results in areflexia, paresthesias, and the potential for temporary yet total paralysis.

Because of the significant morbidity that patients face subsequent to the onset of this syndrome, a study was designed to better understand the patient"s experience related to this illness. The stated purpose of …

Enhancing Mental Health Competencies In Advanced Practice Nursing Graduates, Nancy E. Edwards, Susan J. Kersey

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: The purpose of this project was to assess the impact of a curricular enhancement of mental health content to Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner students. The project goal was to demonstrate the influence of this enhanced curricular content on graduating NP students" perceived competence and confidence in providing care for patients with basic mental health concerns in the primary care setting.

Methods: A gap analysis was conducted to determine the mental health content that needed to be integrated into the curriculum. The content was determined by comparing the current curriculum with the 2013 NONPF Population- Focused Nurse Practitioner …

Using Service Learning To Increase Depression Awareness On College Campuses, Linda Mays

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

There are an increasing number of college students experiencing depression. Approximately 41% of the students seen in college counseling centers self-report depression while almost 33% of college students reported having suicidal thoughts (Reitz et al., 2015). Though these statistics are alarming, depression awareness is not routinely addressed on college campuses. Service learning projects for nursing students may help meet this growing need.

In their professional role, nurses commonly discuss depression with patients and communities yet student nurses" teaching skills are limited. Service learning brings real world learning to students, enhances student engagement and can also add an invaluable benefit to …

Improving Health Outcomes Of Military Children Through Research And Policy Initiatives, Alicia Gill Rossiter, Margaret C. Wilmoth

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Military children are subjected to stressors similar to their servicemember parent placing them at risk for health issues secondary to parental service. They represent a distinct and unique sub-group of the military and policy initiatives aimed at improving the healthcare of military children are needed to strengthen the military family.

Factors Associated With The Successful Implementation Of Telehealth In A Retail Health Clinic, Elizabeth Ornelas, Marlaine Skaggs

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: The purpose of this presentation is to identify the factors that influence adoption of telehealth in a retail health clinic setting.

Methods: A cross-sectional design was employed to address project aims. Nurse practitioners and licensed vocational nurses from four southern California counties completed an online Likert scale survey in fall 2014, which included demographic items as well as a telehealth adoption tool adapted from the Instrument to Measure Perceptions of Adopting an Information Technology Innovation (Benbasat & Moore, 2014). This instrument measures five diffusion of innovations theory (DIT) constructs (relative advantage, compatibility, trialability, observability, complexity) as well as result …

Experience Of Immigrant Care And The Need For Cultural-Competence Training Among Public Healthcare Providers, Duckhee Chae, Jin-A Lee, Hyun-Lye Kim, Asami Keiko

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

As the number of foreigners residing in Korea increased by five times during last two decades, Korean public health care providers are facing the diversity of race, ethnicity, and culture of clients. This study was to explore the experiences of public health care providers in providing health care service for immigrants living in Korea and to clarify educational needs for culturally competent care.

Psychological Safety: A Work Environment Characteristic In A High Reliability Organization, Cynthia A. Oster, Jane Braaten

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This session informs the audience of how leadership commitment to psychological safety and the principles of high reliability can advance organizational resilience in an acute care hospital setting.

Integrating Virtual Simulation Into The Curriculum: An Exploratory Study, Susan G. Forneris

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The focus of this paper is to discuss findings of an exploratory study on how faculty used and integrated virtual simulation in nursing curricula. Results were incorporated into the development of curriculum implementation guides; evidence-based resources for faculty development and integration of virtual simulation across the curriculum.

Defensive Practices Of Nurses, Nuray Turan, Nurten Kaya

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: Nowadays, defensive practices are usually seen as a situation which is performed by physicians, members of health care team, in order not to take a risk. Defensive practice occurs whenever a practitioner gives a higher priority to selfprotection from blame than to the best interests of the patient. Defensive practice is commonly attributed to concern at malpractice litigation, in particular financial liability. There is no data on whether nurses perform defensive practices. This study was carried out in descriptive type to determine the defensive practice status of nurses.

Methods: While the nurses working in a university hospital constituted the …

Using Virtual Simulation To Enhance Student Learning: A Case-Based Approach, Jone Tiffany

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The topics of inclusivity, diversity, and cultural awareness are difficult to explore in traditional classroom settings. Virtual learning platforms provide unique opportunities to use role-play simulation to experience walking in another's shoes. In this study, students indicated they increased their capacity to understand and relate to people different from themselves.

The Nurse Practitioner (Np) Mentorship Program: Supporting Role Transition Into Practice, Patricia Bartley-Daniele, Tracy Lynne Mctiernan, Camille Lapera

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Political, social, and governmental influences have increased the nurse practitioner (NP) demand in the United States (Institute of Medicine, 2010; McMullen & Philipsen, 2012). Graduate NP programs have developed practice competencies and support the Doctorate of Nursing Practice preparation to enhance NP roles (National Organization of Nurse Practioner Faculties, 2012). Although there have been efforts to increase the NP workforce, there remains a current gap in the health care provider supply (Sargen, Hooker & Cooper, 2011). Therefore, it is critically important to support novice NP role development (Poghosyan, Liu, Shang, & D'Anno, 2015). Although novice NPs have varying amounts of …

The Doctor Of Nursing Practice: Reflections On The Past And Visions For The Future, Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The rapid expansion of DNP programs in the United States has resulted in great variability in curriculum and the final DNP project. However, the principles upon which the DNP was endorsed by the American Colleges of Nursing remain unchanged and include: (1) advanced competencies for increasingly complex clinical, faculty and leadership roles; (2) enhanced knowledge to improve nursing practice and patient outcomes; (3) advanced leadership skills; (4) parity with other health professionals; (5) increased faculty for clinical instruction; (6) improved image (AACN, 2004, p.7). As outlined by the DNP Essentials document, the objective of the DNP is not to conduct …

Deployment Of Clinical Grant To Enhance Influenza Vaccination Among Spinal-Cord Injury Outpatient Veterans, Huberta-Corazon (Bette) Thiam Cozart

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: A top priority of the US Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Public Health Office, Goals for 2014-15 VHA Influenza Vaccination Program was to; "promote seasonal influenza vaccination to all Veteran patients" per Center of Disease Control (CDC) recommendation that, "all persons aged 6 months and older are recommended for annual vaccination". Latest VHA Influenza Surveillance Data Report (2014) cites heightened influenza cases in both inpatient and outpatient settings, with "nearly one-third" of veterans being tested for influenza were found to be positive. Thus, to enhance influenza vaccination amongst Spinal Cord Injury Veterans considered as vulnerable population due to the …

Nursing Students' Evaluation Of Support Offered By Preceptors, Lizemari Hugo

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Nursing students perceive clinical facilities as complex and challenging. Students need support from preceptors to overcome these challenges. Nursing education institutions need to monitor and equip preceptors so that they can better offer quality support to students while integrating theory and practice.