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Discharge Process Optimization, Erin M. O’Neal
Discharge Process Optimization, Erin M. O’Neal
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
As the demands of the nurse become increased with higher acuity and documentation requirements, the delivery of discharge instructions is often one of the most, and at times, only, formal education opportunities between the nurse and the patient. It is imperative to modify the discharge process to ensure patients have the ability to confidently care for themselves after they leave the hospital. The aim of this project was to create a nursing discharge workflow that meets the educational needs of the patients. This project was a quality improvement project designed to change the nursing workflow to provide a better discharge …
Preventing Complications Of Undiagnosed Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy In Rural Healthcare Settings, Kendra Ward Harris
Preventing Complications Of Undiagnosed Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy In Rural Healthcare Settings, Kendra Ward Harris
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Background: Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) affects the lives of approximately 50% of all persons diagnosed with diabetes. Patients who are minorities, residents of rural communities, low income, or non-compliant with treatment, have a higher risk of developing DPN. The long-term effects interfere with the patient’s abilities to carry out activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
Patients incur debt from medical expenses, depression from the inability to perform self- care, and became withdrawn because of their distorted body image.
Purpose: The purpose of this project was to use the Michigan Neuropathy Screening Instrument (MNSI) …
Increasing Staff Awareness And Screening Practices For Adverse Childhood Experiences At A Primary Care Clinic, Kayla Wright
Increasing Staff Awareness And Screening Practices For Adverse Childhood Experiences At A Primary Care Clinic, Kayla Wright
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are present in approximately 60% of the adult population in the United States. There is a correlation between adverse childhood experiences and chronic health conditions as adults. Despite the evidence showing this correlation, there is a lack of screening for ACEs in the primary care setting. Many primary care providers and staff are unaware of ACEs or the correlation with chronic health conditions and substance abuse and, therefore, do not understand how to or recognize the benefits of screening in primary care. With education for providers and staff, primary care is the ideal setting to perform …