Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
- Discipline
-
- Medicine and Health Sciences (1390)
- Public Health (832)
- Public Health Education and Promotion (576)
- Social and Behavioral Sciences (544)
- Nursing (442)
-
- Psychology (258)
- Education (251)
- Epidemiology (244)
- Public Affairs, Public Policy and Public Administration (139)
- Health and Medical Administration (123)
- Arts and Humanities (114)
- Public Policy (103)
- Life Sciences (86)
- Business (84)
- Sociology (77)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development (75)
- Educational Administration and Supervision (66)
- Race, Ethnicity and Post-Colonial Studies (57)
- African American Studies (49)
- Clinical Psychology (48)
- Public Administration (48)
- Nutrition (43)
- Human and Clinical Nutrition (40)
- Physical Sciences and Mathematics (39)
- Social Work (39)
- Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (36)
- Mental and Social Health (36)
- Pre-Elementary, Early Childhood, Kindergarten Teacher Education (36)
- Psychiatric and Mental Health (36)
- Women's Studies (32)
- Keyword
-
- Obesity (123)
- Diabetes (76)
- Education (51)
- African American (36)
- Depression (34)
-
- Nursing (31)
- Women (27)
- Breastfeeding (25)
- Stress (25)
- Nutrition (24)
- Health (22)
- Self-efficacy (22)
- Hypertension (21)
- Physical Activity (20)
- Type 2 Diabetes (20)
- African Americans (19)
- Knowledge (19)
- Nigeria (19)
- Overweight (18)
- Physical activity (18)
- Leadership (17)
- Adolescents (16)
- Mental Health (16)
- Poverty (16)
- Epidemiology (14)
- Prevention (14)
- Wellness (14)
- Barriers (13)
- COPD (13)
- Childhood obesity (13)
Articles 301 - 330 of 2220
Full-Text Articles in Entire DC Network
Gender Differences In Weight Perceptions And Intentions Among Hispanic Youth In The United States, Kristy Gregurek
Gender Differences In Weight Perceptions And Intentions Among Hispanic Youth In The United States, Kristy Gregurek
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Childhood obesity is a global epidemic and a serious issue for children and adolescents in the United States. Despite recognition of its dangers, obesity remains a public health concern, with both genetic and environmental factors contributing to its prevalence. Of particular concern is the higher obesity rates among Hispanic children, who face disproportionately significant psychological and physical health risks. Using the theory of planned behavior, this study aimed to investigate the lack of knowledge regarding gender differences in weight perceptions and intentions, the relationship between physical activity and weight perception, and the role each may play in obesity among Hispanic …
Adverse Childhood Experiences In Early Adolescence And Adult Interpersonal Relationships Violence, Jenalee M. Dawson
Adverse Childhood Experiences In Early Adolescence And Adult Interpersonal Relationships Violence, Jenalee M. Dawson
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a pervasive social issue that affects individuals and communities, often rooted in early life experiences such as adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Understanding the link between ACEs and IPV is crucial for developing effective prevention and intervention strategies. This quantitative research explored the potential link between ACEs encountered during early adolescence and the subsequent occurrence of IPV in adult domestic relationships, building upon the foundational work of Felitti et al. Using a quantitative survey design, 30 participants aged 18 and older who had experienced at least one ACE were recruited via social media and surveyed. Bandura's …
Strategies For Improving The Transition Process Home After Skilled Nursing For Chronically Ill Residents Who Are 65 Years Or Older, Tawauna Renea Mcclendon
Strategies For Improving The Transition Process Home After Skilled Nursing For Chronically Ill Residents Who Are 65 Years Or Older, Tawauna Renea Mcclendon
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
When skilled nursing facilities fail to implement, enforce, and follow up with the discharge planning process before and after the resident transitions home, it can lead to a hospital admission. The purpose of this integrative review was to synthesize the literature to identify how the chronic care model (CCM) can support skilled nursing facilities with the pre- and postdischarge planning process and make recommendations for strategy or policy revisions. The review question was focused on determining how the CCM can be effectively implemented within SNFs to optimize pre- and postdischarge planning for residents with chronic conditions and what strategy revisions …
Lived Experiences Of Rural Female Veterans Seeking Mental Health Counseling, Tina Marie Tarryk
Lived Experiences Of Rural Female Veterans Seeking Mental Health Counseling, Tina Marie Tarryk
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Over the past 20 years, the number of female veterans in the United States has doubled. Research has shown a gap in the literature regarding the lived experiences of female veterans seeking mental health care services in rural areas. The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study was to explore the lived experiences of female veterans seeking mental health services in rural areas. A hermeneutic phenomenological theoretical framework through the lens of health care utilization theory was used to guide the study. Nine women meeting the inclusion criteria of being a veteran, being 18 years or older, having at least 2 …
Participant Experiences With Mobile Integrated Health In Underserved Communities While Managing Chronic Disease: Grounded Theory, Margaret Piwowar
Participant Experiences With Mobile Integrated Health In Underserved Communities While Managing Chronic Disease: Grounded Theory, Margaret Piwowar
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Individuals in underserved communities face barriers to the management of chronic disease compounded by the lack of consideration of the social determinants of health in health education interventions. This qualitative study explored the perspectives and experiences of adults living in underserved communities who have graduated from an integrated program in a large metropolitan area in the United States. Mobile integrated health programs, conducted by community paramedics, work in underserved communities within citizens' homes, managing chronic disease. Limited research exists regarding the perspectives of participants who have received interventions from integrated programs and the perceived impact these interventions have on reducing …
Constraints Interfering With The Goals Of Child Maltreatment Programs In Northwestern Wyoming, Barbara Andersen
Constraints Interfering With The Goals Of Child Maltreatment Programs In Northwestern Wyoming, Barbara Andersen
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Child abuse and neglect occurs in the United States and Wyoming. There are numerous variables that influence caregivers to abuse, and if unresolved, these variables can contribute to future events of child maltreatment. This study focused on the programs assigned to achieve reunification and the constraints observed by the program providers that interfere in resolving the variables that cause child maltreatment. The research questions were: What specific factors or constraints impede the successful achievement of program goals? In what ways do the identified constraints hinder the effectiveness of the programs? What strategies could be implemented to overcome constraints and improve …
More Than Numbers: Black Adolescents’ Journey With Type 1 Diabetes Management, Vanessa Di Felice
More Than Numbers: Black Adolescents’ Journey With Type 1 Diabetes Management, Vanessa Di Felice
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Black adolescents with Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) face significant health disparities, yet their unique treatment journeys remain largely underreported. This phenomenological qualitative study explored the lived experiences of Black adolescents with T1DM. The study addressed two research questions examining how these individuals experience and navigate T1DM self-management, self-efficacy beliefs, and perceived barriers and facilitators to optimal self-care. Virtual semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 Black adolescents with T1DM recruited from a pediatric hospital in Washington, DC. The study utilized Bandura's social cognitive theory as the theoretical framework. Thematic data analysis identified four key themes: (1) character development through knowledge …
Education Module To Improve Staff Medication Administration Practice, Linda Ikegwuoha
Education Module To Improve Staff Medication Administration Practice, Linda Ikegwuoha
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Executive Summary: Staff Education Project Education Module to Improve Staff Medication Administration Practice by Linda C. Ikegwuoha BSN, Austin Community College, 2021 ADN, Austin Community College, 2019 Executive Summary Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Nursing Practice Walden University May 2025
Factors Affecting The Educational Status Of Children In Nigeria, Ayima Lott
Factors Affecting The Educational Status Of Children In Nigeria, Ayima Lott
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The problem addressed in this study is that irrespective of active involvement of Nigeria in Universal Basic Education, the nation still records the highest number of out-of-school children globally. The purpose of this quantitative study was to determine how geopolitical location, socio-economics of the household, parental education, role of the child, age of the child, and gender of the child predict the educational status of children in Nigeria. This study is grounded in conflict and social systems theories. The most recent national secondary data on education from the 2015 Nigerian Education Data Survey was used. Univariate, bivariate, and multivariate logistic …
Physical And Mental Health Experiences Of Obese Men Living In The United States During The Covid-19 Pandemic, James Cunningham
Physical And Mental Health Experiences Of Obese Men Living In The United States During The Covid-19 Pandemic, James Cunningham
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The COVID-19 pandemic posed unprecedented challenges to public health worldwide, significantly impacting vulnerable populations like obese men in the United States. This qualitative descriptive study involved exploring how these men perceived the pandemic’s impact on their physical and mental health, addressing a critical gap in existing literature. The research question that guided this study was: How did obese men living in the United States perceive the stressor that was the COVID-19 pandemic on their physical and mental health? Guided by the biopsychosocial model, the study involved using semi-structured interviews with 15 participants who were recruited online through social media. Thematic …
Reducing Disparities In Breastfeeding Among African American Women Through Professional Support, Latonia Feagin
Reducing Disparities In Breastfeeding Among African American Women Through Professional Support, Latonia Feagin
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This project involved developing a toolkit and implementing a staff education program to increase provider self-efficacy and knowledge concerning breastfeeding, increase provider understanding of the importance of a toolkit for addressing the gap in breastfeeding among African American women, and increase the intention of providers to use the toolkit by a minimum of 20%. The clinic reported breastfeeding in only 21% of African American patients, attributing this mainly to provider lack of breastfeeding self-efficacy and knowledge. It is essential for providers to deliver evidence-based, culturally sensitive breastfeeding information. This project involved evaluating provider self-efficacy, knowledge, understanding the importance of a …
Staff Education On Accurate Blood Pressure Monitoring, Amy Wink
Staff Education On Accurate Blood Pressure Monitoring, Amy Wink
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Hypertension is a prevalent diagnosis in the United States and a significant contributor to adult mortality. The annual burden of high blood pressure in the United States is approximately 131 million dollars, accounting for health care services and medication expenses. This educational project was initiated because the metric for the patient population at the veterans’ outpatient clinic exceeded the national hypertension indicator of 140/90. The facility’s data metric results were above the national average, necessitating addressing an identified gap in practice, performing blood pressure screenings accurately. The purpose of this educational project was to develop a module for nurses to …
Skill Development Approach For Poverty Alleviation In India, Sameer Chandra
Skill Development Approach For Poverty Alleviation In India, Sameer Chandra
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
India’s Poverty Profile revealed that over 65% of the poor reside in rural areas. This study examined the effectiveness of the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) skill development program in alleviating poverty in Uttar Pradesh, India. Guided by Sen’s capability approach, a quantitative cross-sectional design employing logistic regression analyzed the relationships of candidate qualifications and trade categories, predicting the likelihood of successful job placement. The study analyzed 4,789 randomly selected cases from 14 high-poverty districts in DDU-GKY’s database. The job placement rate within cases was 28.2%, with 71.8% not placed. Candidate qualification significantly predicted the likelihood of job …
Executive Summary: Clinical Practice Guideline Primary Care Management Of Overweight/Obesity In Adult Women, Getrude Tate Nguatem
Executive Summary: Clinical Practice Guideline Primary Care Management Of Overweight/Obesity In Adult Women, Getrude Tate Nguatem
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This Doctor of Nursing Practice project was a clinical practice guideline project focused on overweight and obesity management of adult women in primary care. The practice problem identified was the lack of an evidence-based clinical practice guideline to manage overweight/obesity in adult women. It was important to address this problem because overweight and obesity were significant health concerns at this clinical site in the United States and the world. The practice-focused question was the following: “Does the evidence support the development and Appraisal of Guideline for Research and Evaluation (AGREE) II instrument quality scoring of a clinical practice guideline on …
The Relationship Between The Acute Care For Elders Unit In A Mississippi Critical Access Hospital, And Length Of Stay, And Readmission Rates, Angela Christine Middleton
The Relationship Between The Acute Care For Elders Unit In A Mississippi Critical Access Hospital, And Length Of Stay, And Readmission Rates, Angela Christine Middleton
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Hospitals with high readmission rates face financial penalties due to the Medicare Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program (HRRP). The purpose of this quantitative, retrospective, quasi-experimental study was to determine the relationship between pre- and post-implementation of an Acute Care for Elders (ACE) Unit in a critical access hospital (CAH) and length of stay (LOS) and readmission rates within 30 days. The theoretical framework used for this study was Donabedian’s theory of evaluating the quality of medical care delivered. Donabedian’s theory of quality care delivery is composed of three elements, structure, process, and outcome. For the purpose of this study, structure consists …
The Relationship Between Anthropometric Sizing, Fit Issues, And Return Rates In Plus-Size Women's Apparel, Cassondra Smith
The Relationship Between Anthropometric Sizing, Fit Issues, And Return Rates In Plus-Size Women's Apparel, Cassondra Smith
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Retail business owners remain concerned with apparel sizing and return sales, as sizing is a frequent predictor of apparel returns and decreased revenue. Grounded in new product development theory (NPD), the purpose of this quantitative correlational study was to examine the relationship between anthropometric apparel sizing standards, sizing and fit issues, and return sales. The participants were 89 women’s bridal apparel owners and leaders within the retail business sector who completed a 5-point Likert-type survey. The results of the multiple linear regression were significant, 3, 85) = 32.301, p < .001, R2 = .533. In the final model, there were two predictors which were significant, sizing and fit (t = 9.718, p = <.001, ß = .735) and sizing standards (t = 2.478, p = .01, ß = .205). A key recommendation is for retail business leaders to acknowledge the growth in the U.S. female apparel consumer. Further, the alignment of sizing standards and product offerings provides functional apparel and mitigates return sales due to sizing. The implications for positive social change include the potential for the apparel industry to acknowledge the growing complexity of women’s sizing, which is influenced by diverse cultural backgrounds and body types. This shift could promote greater inclusivity, enhance consumer confidence, reduce return rates, and foster broader acceptance of diverse female body types within the industry.
The Lived Experiences Of Prediabetes And Type 2 Diabetes Among African Americans In Rural West Virginia, Orlando Craighead
The Lived Experiences Of Prediabetes And Type 2 Diabetes Among African Americans In Rural West Virginia, Orlando Craighead
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
African Americans in rural Appalachian West Virginia experience disproportionate rates of diabetes, with limited research examining their unique challenges in managing this chronic condition. This qualitative study aimed to explore how African Americans in rural Appalachia develop and utilize diabetes management skills, examining the intersections of cultural influence, healthcare access, and technological adoption. Using a hermeneutic phenomenological approach grounded in the Social Determinants of Health theory, Health Belief Model, and Social Ecological Model, semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine African American adults diagnosed with pre-diabetes or Type 2 diabetes in Kanawha County. Thematic analysis revealed four main themes: Cultural and …
An Educational Intervention Focused On The Care Of Older Adults, Michele Orzehoski
An Educational Intervention Focused On The Care Of Older Adults, Michele Orzehoski
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
It is estimated that by 2050, individuals ages 65 and older will comprise 20% of the U.S. population. Further, research has demonstrated that among these aging adults, 80% have one chronic condition with 77% having at least two chronic conditions. Given this, the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) developed the Age-Friendly Health System framework for the care of older adults centering on what matters, medication, mentation, and mobility, or the 4Ms. In the local organization, leadership determined there was a need for an older adult-centered care model given their population includes aging individuals. Thus, the purpose of this doctor of …
How Health Literacy Influences Rural West Virginians Knowledge Of Chronic Disease Prevention And Management, Summer Mitchell
How Health Literacy Influences Rural West Virginians Knowledge Of Chronic Disease Prevention And Management, Summer Mitchell
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Health literacy can be described as the understanding of own’s own health and understanding of health-related information (Shadid, 2022). In rural communities, health literacy is typically at a lower level than in urban communities. West Virginia is a mostly rural state and in addition to lower health literacy, chronic diseases are high in West Virginia. The target area for this study was rural Greenbrier County, West Virginia. The purpose of the study was to examine perceived barriers to health literacy in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, and how this affects understanding of chronic disease. Research questions focused on participants’ knowledge of …
Relationship Between Parental Neglect, Socioeconomic Status, And Aggression In Adolescents, Chemarin Eve Boyd
Relationship Between Parental Neglect, Socioeconomic Status, And Aggression In Adolescents, Chemarin Eve Boyd
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Aggressive behavior among adolescents poses significant challenges for families, educators, and communities, often stemming from complex interactions between parental behavior and environmental factors. This quantitative nonexperimental study examined the relationship between parental neglect, socioeconomic status (SES), and adolescent aggression, guided by the parental acceptance-rejection theory. Data were collected from 250 parents of adolescents age 12-18 divided into two groups: those reporting no to low levels of aggression and those reporting moderate to high levels. Binary logistic regression was employed to predict the likelihood of adolescent aggression based on parental neglect (categorical) and SES (scale). The results demonstrated that parental neglect …
Risk Factors For Peripheral Artery Disease-Related Amputations Among Black Americans, Darnell L. Blake
Risk Factors For Peripheral Artery Disease-Related Amputations Among Black Americans, Darnell L. Blake
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Evidence suggests that Black Americans (BAs) are at a significantly higher risk of peripheral artery disease (PAD)-related amputations. This study aimed to examine risk factors for non-traumatic lower extremity amputation (NTLEA) among BAs with PAD addressing a significant knowledge gap regarding racial disparities in PAD outcomes. Grounded in Bandura's social cognitive theory, which posits the interplay among personal factors, environmental influences, and behavior, this study examines how age, gender, income, and comorbidities like cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and diabetes influence NTLEA across various insurance types (private, Medicaid, Medicare, self-pay). This quantitative cross-sectional study used the 2020 National Inpatient Sample, 1% …
Risk Factors For Peripheral Artery Disease-Related Amputations Among Black Americans, Darnell L. Blake
Risk Factors For Peripheral Artery Disease-Related Amputations Among Black Americans, Darnell L. Blake
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Evidence suggests that Black Americans (BAs) are at a significantly higher risk of peripheral artery disease (PAD)-related amputations. This study aimed to examine risk factors for non-traumatic lower extremity amputation (NTLEA) among BAs with PAD addressing a significant knowledge gap regarding racial disparities in PAD outcomes. Grounded in Bandura's social cognitive theory, which posits the interplay among personal factors, environmental influences, and behavior, this study examines how age, gender, income, and comorbidities like cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and diabetes influence NTLEA across various insurance types (private, Medicaid, Medicare, self-pay). This quantitative cross-sectional study used the 2020 National Inpatient Sample, 1% …
Relationship Between Parental Neglect, Socioeconomic Status, And Aggression In Adolescents, Chemarin Eve Boyd
Relationship Between Parental Neglect, Socioeconomic Status, And Aggression In Adolescents, Chemarin Eve Boyd
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Aggressive behavior among adolescents poses significant challenges for families, educators, and communities, often stemming from complex interactions between parental behavior and environmental factors. This quantitative nonexperimental study examined the relationship between parental neglect, socioeconomic status (SES), and adolescent aggression, guided by the parental acceptance-rejection theory. Data were collected from 250 parents of adolescents age 12-18 divided into two groups: those reporting no to low levels of aggression and those reporting moderate to high levels. Binary logistic regression was employed to predict the likelihood of adolescent aggression based on parental neglect (categorical) and SES (scale). The results demonstrated that parental neglect …
Socially Learned Eating Pathology In African American Women (50+): A Narrative Inquiry, Patricia Ann Parker
Socially Learned Eating Pathology In African American Women (50+): A Narrative Inquiry, Patricia Ann Parker
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This qualitative narrative study explored the lived experiences of African American women aged 50 and older who self-reported eating pathology and body image dissatisfaction. Disordered eating behaviors, including starvation, binge eating, excessive dieting, and purging, often function as maladaptive coping mechanisms for managing stress, regulating emotions, or responding to traumatic events. The study contributed to the literature by capturing detailed narratives that traced the development of disordered eating behaviors and body image dissatisfaction from early life through adulthood and across the lifespan. Grounded in Albert Bandura’s social cognitive and social learning theories and intersectionality theories, the research employed a robust …
Socially Learned Eating Pathology In African American Women (50+): A Narrative Inquiry, Patricia Ann Parker
Socially Learned Eating Pathology In African American Women (50+): A Narrative Inquiry, Patricia Ann Parker
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This qualitative narrative study explored the lived experiences of African American women aged 50 and older who self-reported eating pathology and body image dissatisfaction. Disordered eating behaviors, including starvation, binge eating, excessive dieting, and purging, often function as maladaptive coping mechanisms for managing stress, regulating emotions, or responding to traumatic events. The study contributed to the literature by capturing detailed narratives that traced the development of disordered eating behaviors and body image dissatisfaction from early life through adulthood and across the lifespan. Grounded in Albert Bandura’s social cognitive and social learning theories and intersectionality theories, the research employed a robust …
Health And Safety Policies For Non-Profit Secondary School Boarding Facilities In Sub-Saharan Central Africa, Jonathon W. Holloway
Health And Safety Policies For Non-Profit Secondary School Boarding Facilities In Sub-Saharan Central Africa, Jonathon W. Holloway
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This quantitative professional administrative study was conducted to identify a gap in policies that do not fully address or provide fact-based connections to the physiological health and safety needs of secondary grade (S1 to S6) school students to grow and learn while housed in on-campus boarding facilities located in the central sub-Saharan region of Africa. The practice-focused question was: What are the most effective policies for the health and safety of secondary grade students within the boarding facility of a secondary school in the sub-Saharan central African region? Secondary analysis, utilizing ANOVA testing, was conducted on data sets developed by …
Health And Safety Policies For Non-Profit Secondary School Boarding Facilities In Sub-Saharan Central Africa, Jonathon W. Holloway
Health And Safety Policies For Non-Profit Secondary School Boarding Facilities In Sub-Saharan Central Africa, Jonathon W. Holloway
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This quantitative professional administrative study was conducted to identify a gap in policies that do not fully address or provide fact-based connections to the physiological health and safety needs of secondary grade (S1 to S6) school students to grow and learn while housed in on-campus boarding facilities located in the central sub-Saharan region of Africa. The practice-focused question was: What are the most effective policies for the health and safety of secondary grade students within the boarding facility of a secondary school in the sub-Saharan central African region? Secondary analysis, utilizing ANOVA testing, was conducted on data sets developed by …
Staff Education To Icu Staff Toward The Goal Of Decreasing The Rate Of Pressure Ulcers, Carolyn Jean Jimmerson
Staff Education To Icu Staff Toward The Goal Of Decreasing The Rate Of Pressure Ulcers, Carolyn Jean Jimmerson
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Summary This project is a staff education intervention focused on decreasing ICU pressure injury rates. The main purpose of this project was to increase staff nurses’ knowledge of preventing pressure injuries. Hospital Acquired Pressure Injury (HAPI) was noted to be a serious problem in this critical care unit. It was essential to address this problem within the context of nursing practice because it impacts the cost to this facility and reduces patient length of stay. This DNP project focused on the extent to which educating nurses about current evidence-based pressure injury prevention practices increased the knowledge of staff nurses on …
Staff Education To Icu Staff Toward The Goal Of Decreasing The Rate Of Pressure Ulcers, Carolyn Jean Jimmerson
Staff Education To Icu Staff Toward The Goal Of Decreasing The Rate Of Pressure Ulcers, Carolyn Jean Jimmerson
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Summary This project is a staff education intervention focused on decreasing ICU pressure injury rates. The main purpose of this project was to increase staff nurses’ knowledge of preventing pressure injuries. Hospital Acquired Pressure Injury (HAPI) was noted to be a serious problem in this critical care unit. It was essential to address this problem within the context of nursing practice because it impacts the cost to this facility and reduces patient length of stay. This DNP project focused on the extent to which educating nurses about current evidence-based pressure injury prevention practices increased the knowledge of staff nurses on …
Hyperlipidemia, Acculturation, And Health Insurance Coverage In United States Foreign-Born Individuals, Debola Olayinka Ola
Hyperlipidemia, Acculturation, And Health Insurance Coverage In United States Foreign-Born Individuals, Debola Olayinka Ola
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Hyperlipidemia is one of the modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular diseases (CVD), the leading cause of death among minority populations in the United States, including foreign-born people. Therefore, preventing and treating hyperlipidemia alongside other CVD risk factors is critical for avoiding CVD. Prior research examined disparities in health insurance coverage, length of stay, and blood cholesterol with mixed observations over time with new immigrants. This study aimed to determine if there was a statistically significant association between language spoken at home, length of stay in the United States, having health insurance coverage or none, and high cholesterol level status among …