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Improving Self-Efficacy In Persons Experiencing Chronic Back Pain, Mechell Smith
Improving Self-Efficacy In Persons Experiencing Chronic Back Pain, Mechell Smith
Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects
The effects of chronic pain are extensive and negatively impact the health of an individual. Negative impacts of chronic pain include issues with sleep, cognitive processes, mood/mental health, cardiovascular health, relationships, and overall quality of life. Self-efficacy is an important predictor of outcomes associated with persons experiencing chronic pain. The use of technology in healthcare is supported in the literature and is a promising way to enhance self-efficacy of those experiencing chronic pain. An evidenced-based project was conducted at a rehabilitation and pain specialty office in the northeastern part of North Carolina. The project evaluated if text message reminders of …