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Near Miss Reporting: An Educational Program, William Strub
Near Miss Reporting: An Educational Program, William Strub
Nursing Masters
In October 2007, the Medicare system contemplated future introduction of a new policy, which would no longer pay for eight preventable medical errors. With this potential new change in policy it becomes increasingly more important for health care institutions to monitor (track) medical errors and determine what measures can be taken proactively to prevent the occurrence of errors. The errors that might not be financially reimbursed under Medicare in the future include: - Sponges and/or surgical tools left in patients after surgery - Treatment of problems arising from air embolisms or incompatible blood transfusions - Treatment of bedsores developed while …
Teaching And Learning About Patient-Centered Care And Quality Using A Hybrid Learning Approach, Linda A. Johnson
Teaching And Learning About Patient-Centered Care And Quality Using A Hybrid Learning Approach, Linda A. Johnson
Nursing Masters
Teaching RN to BSN nursing students to incorporate patient-centered care and quality concepts into practice presents both challenges and opportunities for educators. While guidelines and tools exist, the development of praxis can be an intricate process. This article describes the development, deployment and evaluation of an RN to BSN hybrid course focused on patient-centered care and quality. Strategies and evaluation methods will be outlined and consideration of the efficacy of using a hybrid instructional design will be discussed.
Exploring Oncology Nurses Attitudes Towards Suicide In Cancer Patients, Bonnie L. Hoover
Exploring Oncology Nurses Attitudes Towards Suicide In Cancer Patients, Bonnie L. Hoover
Nursing Masters
Oncology nurses are recognized experts in the care of patients with cancer. As such, oncology nurses excel at the management of symptoms related to both the disease itself, as well as treatment, affecting the lives of patients experiencing cancer. These symptoms include physical, social, and psychological components.
Comparative Study Of Intravenous Insulin Protocols: Paper-Based Versus Computer-Based, Arleen B. Miller
Comparative Study Of Intravenous Insulin Protocols: Paper-Based Versus Computer-Based, Arleen B. Miller
Nursing Masters
Background: Scientific evidence exists to demonstrate that glycemic control produces a positive outcome for critically ill patients by decreasing mortality and morbidity. Results of published research have revealed a reduction of mortality in critically ill patients when serum blood glucose levels are maintained at a level of less than 150mg/dL. Recommendations from the Surviving Sepsis Campaign for treatment of patients in septic shock include use of intravenous insulin therapy to control hyperglycemia via the use of a validated protocol for insulin dose adjustment. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine whether glycemic control (less than 150mg/dL) was attained …
Using A Self-Learning Module To Teach Nurses About Caring For Patients With Eating Disorders, Carrie Steinwachs
Using A Self-Learning Module To Teach Nurses About Caring For Patients With Eating Disorders, Carrie Steinwachs
Nursing Masters
Background: The rate of eating disorders is on a rise, especially in adolescents. Eating disorders are very serious and can cause detrimental health problems requiring hospitalizations. Due to the many complications associated with eating disorders, nurses who care for these patients should have proper training and education regarding the disease and its ‟ treatments. Purpose : The purpose of this study was to increase nurse‟s knowledge about caring for patients with eating disorders along with determining the effectiveness of using a self-learning module (SLM) as a teaching method. Methods: A pre and post-assessment test was used in this study. Participants …
The Effect Of Arm Dominance On Specimen Integrity When Sampling Blood From Iv Catheters, Jay M. Andross
The Effect Of Arm Dominance On Specimen Integrity When Sampling Blood From Iv Catheters, Jay M. Andross
Nursing Masters
The purpose of this study was to examine whether or not arm dominance contributes to rates of hemolysis in blood samples that are drawn from intravenous catheters at the time of their initial placement. A quantitative, prospective, quasi-experimental design was used. Fifty-eight subjects were randomized to either the control group who had blood drawn through an IV catheter placed in their dominant arm or the experimental group for whom the non-dominant arm was selected. The Sarstedt Monovette collection system was used to obtain blood samples from the IV catheter. Overall, blood specimens demonstrated a very low rate of hemolysis. Only …
Pilot Study On Pet Therapy And Quality Of Life, Kathy L. Vanvoorhis
Pilot Study On Pet Therapy And Quality Of Life, Kathy L. Vanvoorhis
Nursing Masters
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines quality of life (QOL) as an individual’s perception of his or her position in life in the context of their culture and value systems in relation to their goals and expectations. The goal of this pilot study was to determine how pet therapy can influence QOL of residents in assisted living facilities. To measure the anticipated change in QOL, each participant in the experimental group was required to complete the WHO Quality of Life brief questionnaire, WHOQOL-BREF, before the initiation of the pet therapy program and after the session, for a total of two …
Using Simulation: Emergency Care For Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction, Katharine M. Mcgahey
Using Simulation: Emergency Care For Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction, Katharine M. Mcgahey
Nursing Masters
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting nearly eighty million people (American Heart Association IAHAI, 2009). Included in this population are those with heart attack or myocardial infarction (MI). Coughlin (2008) estimated that about 1.2 to 1.5 million Americans will have an MI annually. For approximately thirty eight percent of these patients, it is a recurrent event.
Developing An Educational Module For Advanced Practice Nurses: The Screening And Management Of Postpartum Depression In Primary Care, Lynne Weiler
Nursing Masters
Postpartum depression (PPD) is thought to affect 13% of new mothers. Yet it is believed that up to 50% of cases escape detection, resulting in a host of adverse sequelae for mother, infant and family. The current state of the science is promising, as advances in pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy have demonstrated PPD's amenability to treatment. However, expertise among providers appears to be deficient, as seen in survey results which portray most physicians and nurse practitioners largely ill-equipped to detect and deal with PPD. A rich opportunity to intervene exists, particularly within primary care settings, where suffering women may be encountered. …