Digital Commons Network^™

A Qualitative Assessment Of New Graduate Nurse Practitioners First Year Of Practice, Alex Beggs Rn, Msn

Muskie School Capstones and Dissertations

This project serves as a Capstone and final requirement for the Master of Public Health Degree at the University of Southern Maine Muskie School for Public Service. The project is a qualitative inquiry into the experience of new graduate nurse practitioners’ in their first year of practice, and their transition from the registered nurse (RN) into the nurse practitioner (NP) role. Using the theoretical constructs of Benner’s “From Novice to Expert” and the Burch’s “Conscious Competence model” new graduate nurse practitioners’ experiences will be analyzed. Risk and protective factors for role confidence will be identified through the use of qualitative …

2018-2019 Summer Bulletin, University Of Mississippi Medical Center

Bulletins/Catalogs

2018-2019 Summer Bulletin

Integrasi Dan Adaptasi Sosial Migrant Di Korea Selatan

Jurnal Ilmu Kesejahteraan Sosial

This research was conducted to find out the empowerment effort done by DKI Jakarta Provincial Government through technical unit namely Unit Pengelola Dana Bergulir (UPDB) as implementing unit of Community Economic Empowerment Program (Program Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Masyarakat Kelurahan) to the administrators/managers of cooperatives or Koperasi Jasa Keuangan Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Masyarakat Kelurahan (KJK PEMK) as partner of UPDB in implementing this program. The research was conducted at KJK PEMK Kelapa Gading Barat, which is KJK PEMK which is considered smoothly in installment refund. The research was conducted using qualitative approach, with descriptive research type, and informant selection technique was done by …

Dinamika Keterlibatan Stakeholders Pada Perencanaan Strategi Pemasaran Sosial Di Smile Train Indonesia

Jurnal Ilmu Kesejahteraan Sosial

This research discusses the dynamics, obstacles, and challenges that occur in the stage of social marketing strategy planning process undertaken by the management of Smile Train Indonesia with the organizational stakeholders as well as the efforts made by the organization management to overcome those. This research is a qualitative research with descriptive design. The results conclude that there is rarely conflicts between organizations and stakeholders in the organization’s social marketing planning process because of good conflict management and collaboration. But acknowledged by the stakeholders, there are several obstacles and challenges that are faced during the planning process. This research suggests …

Evaluasi Program Pendamping Youth Employment Di Kecamatan Cilingcing Dari Wahana Visi Indonesia

Jurnal Ilmu Kesejahteraan Sosial

This research describes the evaluation of Youth Employment Program of Wahana Visi Indonesia as well as the factors that supports and obstructs the program in achieving its objectives (Case Study in Cilincing Sub-district, North Jakarta). This research was conducted with qualitative approach. The type of research is Sumatif Evaluation Research which aims to obtain information for program implementors about whether the program is worth continuing or has the potential to be applied in different contexts. The results of this study indicate that, Youth Employment program conducted by Wahana Visi Indonesia in Cilincing Sub-district has succeeded in achieving its goal to …

Strategi Holding Company Dalam Melaksanakan Tanggung Jawab Sosial Perusahaan

Jurnal Ilmu Kesejahteraan Sosial

The one form of corporate intervention in development is implemented into Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). In the last ten years, the number of corporate that implement CSR is getting increase. However, there are not many holding companies that implement CSR comprehensively and make CSR as part of the company’s strategy. This research describes the CSR strategy at holding company PT Astra International which is implemented comprehensively and internalized in the overall activity of the company with qualitative method. The results of the research shows that one of the implementation of these strategies is the implementation of community development program with …

Nature And Nomads: Service Approach To Mongolia Tours, Jesse E. Shircliff

Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection

Tourism has potential to diversify Mongolia’s geopolitically challenged economy. Tourism development and promotion has increased since 1990, and there is reason to expect continued sector growth. Cultural tourism has potential to commodify or degrade cultural resources (Gilbert, 2006, Pigliasco, 2010, Soma & Suhkee, 2014) and alter the physical landscape and identity of local people (Chang & Yeoh, 1999, Seng, 2005, Phua & Berkowitz, 2014). As tourism in Mongolia increases, its effects on cultural resources should be understood. This study of Mongolian tourism interviews fifteen tour company employees to understand how Mongolian culture is perceived and used from a business perspective. …

Real World, Large Scale Iot Systems For Community Eldercare: Experiences And Lessons Learned, Alvin Cerdena Valera, Wei Qi Lee, Hwee-Pink Tan, Hwee Xian Tan, Huiguang Liang

Research Collection School Of Computing and Information Systems

The paradigm of aging-in-place - where the elderly live and age in their own homes, independently and safely, with care provided by the community - is compelling, especially in societies that face both shortages in institutionalized eldercare resources, and rapidly-aging populations. When the number of elderly who live alone rises rapidly, support and care from their communities become increasingly critical. Internet-of-Things(IoT) technologies, particularly in-home monitoring solutions, are becoming mature. They can become the fundamental enabler for smart community eldercare. In this chapter, we share our real-world experiencesgleaned from an ongoing large-scale project on IoT-enabled community eldercare. We identify technology-centric challenges …

“Their Today Is Our Future”: Direct Carers’ Work Experience And Formal Caring Relationships In A Community-Based Eldercare Program In Shanghai, Lin Chen, Minzhi Ye, Eva Kahana

School of Social Work Faculty Publications

The purpose of this study is to explore direct carers’ work experience and formal caring relationships with older adults in a community-based eldercare program in Shanghai. Existing evidence has primarily focused on direct carers’ work experience in residential care settings. However, direct carers’ experiences of caring older adults in the community also deserve exploration. This qualitative study purposively sampled direct carers who worked in government-sponsored programs. Carers participated in semi-structured, in-depth interviews (N = 37). Results reveal that despite occasional frustration, direct carers undertook demanding workloads and fostered strong emotional attachments with older adult clients. “Karma” was a critical …

A Randomized Trial Of A Motivational Interviewing Intervention To Increase Lifestyle Physical Activity And Improve Self-Reported Function In Adults With Arthritis, Abigail L. Gilbert, Jungwha Lee, Linda S. Ehrlich-Jones, Pamela A. Semanik, Jing Song, Christine A. Pellegrini, Daniel Pinto, Dorothy D. Dunlop, Rowland W. Chang

Physical Therapy Faculty Research and Publications

Background

Arthritis is a leading cause of chronic pain and functional limitations. Exercise is beneficial for improving strength and function and decreasing pain. We evaluated the effect of a motivational interviewing-based lifestyle physical activity intervention on self-reported physical function in adults with knee osteoarthritis (KOA) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

Methods

Participants were randomized to intervention or control. Control participants received a brief physician recommendation to increase physical activity to meet national guidelines. Intervention participants received the same brief baseline physician recommendation in addition to motivational interviewing sessions at baseline, 3, 6, and 12 months. These sessions focused on facilitating individualized …

Experiences Of Adults Who Identify As Primary Caregivers, Tiffany M. Bordonada, Katherine A. Feather, Jonathan H. Ohrt, Ashley F. Waddington

Adultspan Journal

No abstract provided.

A Comparison Of Cardiovascular Fitness And Respiratory Muscle Strength Among Healthy Older Adults And Older Adults With Cognitive Impairment, Kornanong Yuenyongchaiwat, Sirasit Khampakaew, Piyapat Phumirak, Sawarod Choosit, Kidakarn Chimlek, Khajonsak Pongpanit, Somrudee Hanmanop

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Several studies have been reported that age-related cognitive decline. One factor that might attenuated age-related cognitive declined is cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) which is abilities to perform physical activity. Further, Structural and functional changes in human brain are related to CRF. However, little is known regarding the differences between older adults with and without cognitive impairment in CRF.

Methods: A cross sectional study was designed. One hundred fifty-six older adults both males and females aged > 60 years olds were asked to complete the Thai mini mental state examination (Thai- MMSE) which is cognitive impairment screening test.  Seventy-eight Thai healthy older …

The Acutely Ill Patient On Biologics; What Primary Care Should Know, Casey Seifert

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.

Diabetic Neuropathy, Nicole Morgan

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.

My Family, My Self: Reflections On Family Interactions Of Malaysian Gay Men Within The Asian Cultural Context, Mark Stephan Felix

Asia-Pacific Social Science Review

The social construction of identity in a multi-cultural setting becomes more intricate within the context of marginalized sexual identities and family interactions, dynamics, and roles. The research focused on the construction and reconstruction of identities of self-identified gay men within their families utilizing phenomenology as the theoretical underpinning to describe and analyze lived experiences. Qualitative research was employed utilizing one-on-one semi- structured interview questions. A total of 33 respondents were interviewed and data were recorded and transcribed. Data was analyzed utilizing a content analysis matrix for thematic and experiential construction and reconstruction of identity within family relationships and dynamics. Mixed …

Transition Of A Patient With Diabetes From Hospital To Home, Jennifer L. Henry

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.

Diet Manipulation And The Impact On The Gut Microbiome In Rheumatoid Arthritis, Deanna Heine

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.

Dyslipidemia Management In Diabetic Patients: A Case Report, Morgan Rinke

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.

Improved Student Outcomes And Faculty Workload Allocations Through Gateway Course Redesign, Kimberly D. Allen, Mary Dibartolo

Nursing Education Research Conference (NERC)

Learn how use of a redesign replacement model in an introductory gateway course increased active student learning, provided opportunity for senior nursing students interested in academia, and allowed for desired reallocation of faculty workload into applied courses while improving academic outcomes.

Diabetes Mellitus: Prevention And Management Of Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Kathleen A. Stevens

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.

Department Of Sociology And Rural Studies Records, Sdsu Archives And Special Collections, Hilton M. Briggs Library

University Archives

The Department of Sociology and Rural Studies' mission is to strengthen and deliver high quality programs in teaching, research, service, and extension, contributing to the quality of life and sustainable development locally, the state, region, nation, and world. The collection is composed of publications generated by the Rural Sociology Department, including reports, pamphlets, and surveys.

Department Of Human Development, Consumer, And Family Sciences Records, Sdsu Archives And Special Collections, Hilton M. Briggs Library

University Archives

Human Development, Consumer and Family Sciences offers programs in consumer affairs, early childhood education, family and consumer sciences education, an human development and family studies. The collection is composed mainly of books and films dealing with topics related to family and consumer sciences teacher education. Also included are plaques, brochures, and programs related to the Human Development, Consumer and Family Sciences Department.

The Guardian, Week Of March 26, 2018, Wright State University Student Body

The Guardian Student Newspaper

News articles from The Guardian for the week of March 26, 2018. The Guardian, the official student-run newspaper for Wright State University. It has been published regularly since March of 1965.

Relationship Between Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus And Depression, Kayla L. Bachand

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.

University Of Northern Iowa Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes, March 26, 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. Faculty Senate.

Documents - Faculty Senate

Meeting minutes from the Faculty Senate of the University of Northern Iowa.

Evidence-Driven Diagnosis And Treatment Of Acute Urinary Tract Infections In Long-Term Care, Morgan K. Clouse

DNP Projects

Misdiagnosis of asymptomatic bacteriuria as a urinary tract infection continues to occur, leading to the overuse of antibiotics. Due to the growing elderly population in long-term care facilities (LTCFs), LTCFs can play a critical role in antimicrobial stewardship. Urinary tract infections are a starting point for moving toward antimicrobial stewardship, since urinary tract infections are common in LTCFs. A retrospective chart review of 156 cases with suspected urinary tract infections (UTIs) was completed in a LTCF. The purpose of the scholarly project was to assess diagnostic and treatment practices for UTIs and compare them to a diagnostic and treatment algorithm. …

A Program-Wide Clinical Performance Grading Rubric: Reliability Assessment, Mary Lou Kopp

Nursing Education Research Conference (NERC)

A clinical performance grading rubric that is applicable to any clinical setting was developed and tested for reliability. Results showed that all nine clinical sections and seven clinical instructors demonstrated consistency when using the rubric to evaluate student performance. Assessment revealed a bell curve.

Multidisciplinary Care: Using A Simple Approach To Promote Team-Based Learning And Patient Safety, Carol Ann Amann, Valerie O'Toole-Baker

Nursing Education Research Conference (NERC)

For years health professional education, inclusive of nursing, has occurred in silos throughout their program of study. This approach is no longer applicable to current workforce expectations. Participants will learn the “SIMPLE” (Simulated Interdisciplinary to Multidisciplinary Progressive Level Education) methodology to improve collaborative care utilizing a TeamStepps® patient safety approach.

Strengthening Nursing Education Through Mobile Technology Integration Thus Promoting Technological Competency And Medication Error Reduction, Laly J. Joseph

Nursing Education Research Conference (NERC)

The purpose of this presentation is to educate nursing faculty to effectively integrate technology into their teaching through mobile technology use thereby promoting technological competency, to provide students with classroom and clinical experiences, to increase evidence-based practice and decrease medication errors by making relevant information available at the point-of-care.

The Impact Of Process-Oriented Guided-Inquiry Learning (Pogil) In Fundamental And Medical Surgical Nursing 11 Courses, Maureen Carroll Roller, Susan Zori, Erik Lyons

Nursing Education Research Conference (NERC)

Process oriented guided-inquiry learning (POGIL) has been documented as an innovative pedagogy in science and Fundamental nursing courses demonstrating improvement in grades and national exam success. POGIL research has been expanded to compare this pedagogy in each Fundamental and Medical-Surgical 2 nursing courses and student satisfaction using group case studies.