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The Effects Of A Repeating Simulation Experience On Senior Nursing Students, Laura Skoronski
The Effects Of A Repeating Simulation Experience On Senior Nursing Students, Laura Skoronski
Theses and Dissertations
Nurse educators are challenged with meeting the needs of students and patients. One method of educating students that is used widely across the United States is simulation. The purpose of this dissertation is to determine if participation in a repeating simulation experience has an impact on nursing students’ knowledge and clinical judgment. A conceptual analysis of simulation was undertaken to clarify the definition of simulation and confirm the appropriateness of Kolb’s theory and Tanner’s model as the theoretical framework for the study. A quasi-experimental pre-test/post-test with comparison with norms observational study design guided by Kolb’s Theory of Experiential Learning and …
Does Family Communication Matter? Exploring Knowledge Of Breast Cancer Genetics In Cancer Families, Sarah Harmon Davis
Does Family Communication Matter? Exploring Knowledge Of Breast Cancer Genetics In Cancer Families, Sarah Harmon Davis
Theses and Dissertations
Purpose: Knowledge of breast cancer genetics is critical for those at increased risk whomust make decisions about breast cancer screening options. The purpose of this study was toexplore cognitive and emotional variables that might influence knowledge of breast cancergenetics.Methods: This descriptive, exploratory study analyzed theory-based relationships amongvariables related to knowledge of breast cancer genetics in cancer families. Participants includedfirst-degree relatives of women with breast cancer who had received genetic counseling andtesting; participants themselves did not have breast cancer and had not received geneticcounseling or testing. Data were collected by telephone interview and survey. Variables analyzedinclude numeracy, health literacy, cancer-related distress, …
Does Family Communication Matter? Exploring Knowledge Of Breast Cancer Genetics In Cancer Families, Sarah Harmon Davis
Does Family Communication Matter? Exploring Knowledge Of Breast Cancer Genetics In Cancer Families, Sarah Harmon Davis
Theses and Dissertations
Purpose: Knowledge of breast cancer genetics is critical for those at increased risk whomust make decisions about breast cancer screening options. The purpose of this study was toexplore cognitive and emotional variables that might influence knowledge of breast cancergenetics.Methods: This descriptive, exploratory study analyzed theory-based relationships amongvariables related to knowledge of breast cancer genetics in cancer families. Participants includedfirst-degree relatives of women with breast cancer who had received genetic counseling andtesting; participants themselves did not have breast cancer and had not received geneticcounseling or testing. Data were collected by telephone interview and survey. Variables analyzedinclude numeracy, health literacy, cancer-related distress, …
Chemotherapy Knowledge And Health Literacy Among Women With Breast Cancer, Pearman Detreville Parker
Chemotherapy Knowledge And Health Literacy Among Women With Breast Cancer, Pearman Detreville Parker
Theses and Dissertations
Chemotherapy education is imperative for patients to gain the knowledge to manage side effects, adhere to prescribed cycles, and recognize the severity of symptoms that require immediate provider contact. Two vital factors – the readability of teaching materials and the patient’s health literacy – must be considered during chemotherapy education. However, materials are often not assessed for readability. Further, the influence of a patient’s health literacy level and demographic factors on chemotherapy knowledge has not yet been investigated. The specific aims are to: (1) critique the readability and format of chemotherapy education materials; (2) explore how women with breast cancer …