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Effects Of Postpartum Depression On Mothers And Children, Natalie Taylor, Kennedy Harrington, Jeffrey Wick

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Postpartum depression plagues many women in today’s society. To look deeper into postpartum depression, we questioned who could be affected other than the mother in this issue? The objective of this study is to analyze how postpartum affects children’s cognitive and behavioral development. We investigated cognitive and behavioral development of children 1-3 years old. Our research design of this study was a non-experimental observation approach. The setting used for our research was the Women’s Health Center at HaysMed. This research focuses on patients in the obstetrics department who recently gave birth. Participants of this study were the children of 75 …

Utilizing Social Media To Increase Skill Confidence In Parenteral Medication Administration In Undergraduate Practical Nursing Students, Natalie K. Hernandez

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A major shift in education developed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Students and educators were forced to stay home, and new ways of learning emerged. Nursing is a hands on field and many skills must be learned hands on such as the technique for administering parenteral medications. To master a skill such as this you need to be able to hold the supplies and understand how to properly dose a medication.This was definitely a challenge to teach students hands-on skills when being in a hands on skill lab environment was not allowed. Nurse educators started to create innovative ways to teach …

What Resilience (Strength) Means For Australian Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Health Professionals And Practitioners: An Exploratory Study, Eileen Willis, Amy-Louise J. Byrne, Sandy Mclellan, Venessa Curnow, Harvey Clare, Janie Brown, Amelia Britton

Journal of the Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet

This article explores the concept of resilience from the perspective of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals and practitioners, with the aim of describing what it is and how it is practiced in the workplace. Interviews in the form of Yarns were conducted with ten Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals in regional North Queensland. We found that for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals and practitioners, resilience encompasses cultural identity and an ability to manage both Indigenous and western cultures and structures. Resilience, understood as ‘Strength’, draws on strong relationships to family and Country, often …

Flipping The Classroom To Improve Knowledge Retention Among Practical Nursing Students, Paige Cooper

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Typical nursing lectures consist of a power point, and a lecturer discussion of a particular subject, such as a disorders, treatments, or pharmacology (HEW & LO, 2018). Flipping the classroom is a lecture style tailored to a variety of student learning styles, and utilizes prerecorded lectures, and participation in projects or discussions during class time. There are four main learning styles: visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and reading/writing. Each style comes with their own strategies, but all have similar advantages, including the opportunity to learn in the best way for individual students. Flipping the classroom avoids the typical lecture, and implements activities …

Hormonal Birth Control Effects On The Neurological And Cardiovascular Systems, Alondra Perez, Paige Fink, Adell Riedel

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Abstract

The present study theoretically investigated the effects of long-term use of hormonal birth control on the female cardiovascular and neurologic systems. The setting will take place at Fort Hays State University campus. Our participants of the survey will include 200 random females ages 16 to 25. This data will be taken from those women who take hormonal birth control versus those females who do not take it on a daily basis. The long-term use of hormonal birth control is creating changes in the neurological and cardiovascular system. Evidence from previous research shows alterations to both the structure and function …

Effects Of Maternal-Infant Golden Hour On Breastfeeding, Julina A. Wall-Penner, Katilyn Rasmussen, Madeline Suderman

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Abstract

This study examines the effects of immediate maternal-infant skin-to-skin contact, and how those effects compare to mothers and babies who have delayed or skin-to-skin. Skin-to-skin contact, also known as “the golden hour”, is a remarkable practice that occurs immediately after birth. During this intimate bonding experience, the newborn is placed directly on the mother's chest, their tiny body nestled against her warm skin. Studies have shown numerous benefits from this practice. Breastfeeding success through early initiation is one the benefits this study focuses on. This cohort observational study is recommended to take place at Hays Medical Center with mothers …

Breastfeeding Vs. Formula-Feeding: Effects On Early Childhood Immune Health, Nicole L. Taylor, Gavin C. Tuttle, Grace A. Theurer

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Objective: Collect and analyze data to compare benefits/risks of breastfeeding/formula-feeding on immune systems through early childhood.

Design: Pragmatic Experimental Comparative Effectiveness Research

Setting: Hays Medical Center Pediatrics

Participants: 300 newborn babies – through first 8 years

Results/Conclusions: Data collection and results pending

Barriers To And Facilitators Of Using Cognitive Aids In Perioperative Emergencies: An Integrative Review, Simon Almoite, Paula Foran

Journal of Perioperative Nursing

Problem identification: Perioperative emergencies, although infrequent, may lead to significant morbidity and mortality associated with anaesthesia and/or surgery. Human factor errors account for between 43 to 65 per cent of sentinel events in the perioperative environment. Cognitive aids were introduced to reduce a user’s cognitive workload and assist in adherence to key interventions during emergencies. Despite the availability of these aids, implementation of their use remains low. This integrative literature review will identify the barriers to and facilitators of the implementation of cognitive aids during perioperative emergencies.

Literature search: An electronic database search of EBSCO databases (CINAHL Complete, Health Source: …

Adhd Medication Compared To Behavioral Therapy In Children’S Test Scores And Behavior Throughout A School Year, Lyly N. Le, Sydni Herdt

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Abstract

Objective: To compare the efficacy of ADHD medication to behavioral therapy in children, aged 6-10, through test scores and behavior throughout a school year.

Design: Quasi-experimental

Setting: Roosevelt Elementary School in Hays, KS

Participants: Children ages 6-10 diagnosed with ADHD

Methods: With the necessary consents, participants meeting the necessary criteria will undergo their fall semester with only behavioral therapy to manage their ADHD and then utilize medications their spring semester. The SNAP-IV survey will be utilized to measure the efficacy of the two treatment approaches based on teacher and parent perceptions. Test scores will offer a quantitative measurement.

Results/conclusion: …

Standardized Patient Overlays In Undergraduate Nursing Simulation To Improve Clinical Competency, Vivian Bowman

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Nurse educators use simulation as a tool to teach and evaluate clinical skills. The opportunities have expanded with the advancement of new technologies related to high-fidelity (HFS) simulation. However, HFS has limitations, as there is a lack of meaningful two-way communication. During the last 10 years, educators have increased the usage of standardized patients (SPs) in simulation experiences. SPs can add realism to a simulation, providing nonverbal cues and psychological responses that a manikin cannot produce. Hybrid simulation further enhances the SP experience by incorporating a wearable overlay, such as a tracheostomy, urinary catheterization, or chest tube care simulator. This …

The Effect Of Masks On Allergic Rhinitis Symptomsrelated To Ragweed And Its Influence On College Students, Katherine A. Knutte

ELAIA

Background This study explored the effect of masks on allergic rhinitis related to ragweed. Research shows surgical and KN95 masks reduce nasal symptoms arising from dust, pollen, and ragweed. Other studies have contradictory findings about the effect of masks on ocular symptoms. Very few studies have examined the effect of masks on early and late allergic rhinitis. Methods This qualitative study involved thirty college students aged 18 to 25 from Olivet Nazarene University with self-reported or physician-diagnosed allergic rhinitis on November 15, 2022. Participants were randomly assigned to a control (no mask), surgical, or KN95 mask group and walked around …

Establishing The Validity And Reliability Of The Astroskin® Biometric Shirt, Alex Macquarrie, Jasmin Sidhu, Chloe Deetlefs, Steve Whitfield, Matt Stainer

Topics in Exercise Science and Kinesiology

Topics in Exercise Science and Kinesiology Volume 5: Issue 1, Article 4, 2024. Biometric garments such as the Astroskin® biometric shirt (Carre Technologies, Montreal, PQ) may be useful for non-invasively monitoring human physiology in a number of applied settings. The Astroskin® biometric shirt measures and records continuous heart rate (HR), blood oxygenation (SPO2), systolic blood pressure (SBP) and respiratory rate (RR). The aim of this study was to establish the reliability and validity of the Astroskin® biometric shirt. This was achieved through comparing the Astroskin® with a commercially available hospital-grade cardiac monitor, the corpuls3® (Stemple GmbH, Kaufering, Germany) for the …

Breaking Silence: Women And Men’S Experiences Of Preventing Ipv, Fatmeh Ahmad Alzoubi, Reem Ali

The Qualitative Report

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a serious problem in all cultures. This study aimed to identify Jordanian men’s and women’s strategies of preventing IPV using focus groups and open-ended questionnaires. Participants identified many strategies to prevent IPV, which fell within three themes: (1) shields of prevention; (2) understanding the triggers of IPV; and (3) resources of prevention. Participants described their opinions on preventing IPV and discussed the role of extended family, financial dependence, triggers of IPV, and coping strategies used by women. Preventing IPV requires substantial changes in the personal characteristics of men and women, communication skills, and law enforcement.

Factors Associated With Knowledge, Attitude, And Practice Of Exclusively Breastfeeding Palestinian Women: A Cross-Sectional Study, Ramzi Shawahna, Mohammad A. Jaber, Hatim Hijaz, Loaa Haj-Yehia, Nashwa Nserat, Nour Bana, Iyad Maqboul

Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal

This study identified the factors associated with adequate knowledge, attitude, and practice of exclusively breastfeeding women who visit maternity healthcare clinics in Palestine. This study was conducted in a cross-sectional design. A pre-tested questionnaire was used to collect the data. The women were recruited from different maternity care and primary healthcare clinics. In this study, 51 (51.0%) of the exclusively breastfeeding women reported that they did not receive counseling on breastfeeding from healthcare providers on the last visit to the maternity clinic before delivery, and 43 (43.0%) of the women reported that they did not receive counseling on breastfeeding from …

Transitioning Rn Residency Program: Implementing Medication Safety Education In Practice, Francine Lyon

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Clinical nursing can affect a nurse's physical and mental well-being. The aging population stresses healthcare providers, including nurses, due to the increased comorbidities and medications needed to treat them. New graduate nurses (NGRNs) can enhance their success by completing a Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP). Despite residency programs, new nurses often find it challenging to meet the demands of clinical settings, leading to compromised patient outcomes and medication errors (MEs). Offering comprehensive medication administration education can reduce errors and discrepancies. Equipping new graduate nurses with the necessary knowledge and skills is crucial for improving patient outcomes and ensuring long-lasting nursing …

The Implementation Of Student Success Coaches At Augusta Technical College To Foster The Development Of Diverse And Competent Nurses, Heather R. Vincequere

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Abstract

This project explores the implementation of Student Success Coaches at Augusta Technical College (Augusta Tech) and their potential impact on the rates of overall program completion and the rate of diverse student program completion. Framed within the GROW model and Sociocultural Learning Theory, the project aims to determine if coaching interventions address barriers to completion and foster a supportive learning environment. A mixed-methods exploratory approach was employed, combining empirical data such as retention rates and demographics with qualitative information from surveys. Anticipated results suggest an increase in overall completion rates from 55.34% to 80% and an increase in diverse …

Effect Of Using Virtual Reality To Manage Needle Phobia In Adults Undergoing Medical Procedures: A Rapid Review, Craig J. Gilbertson, Tshepo Rasekaba, Irene Blackberry

Journal of Perioperative Nursing

Background: Needle phobia, also known as blood–injection–injury (BII)phobia, is a severe form of needle fear that affects from 20 to 50 per cent of adolescents, 20 to 30 per cent of young adults and less than 5 per cent of the older adult population. When faced with venepuncture, approximately 75 per cent of patients with needle phobia will undergo an extreme physiological response which can lead to a vasovagal or fainting episode. An emerging therapy for medical phobias is the use of virtual reality, a three-dimensional environment generated by a computer that creates a sense of immersion.

Aim: To evaluate …

Influence Of Perceived Clinical Supervision Of Student Nurses On Their Burnout Experience, Ejercito Mangawa Balay-Odao, Angela A. Moulic, Charmaine N. Paloga

Health Professions Education

Purpose: The study aimed to investigate the influence of perceived clinical supervision of student nurses on their burnout experience. Method: This study is a descriptive cross-sectional design. A total of 389 nursing students participated in the convenience sampling study. The study was conducted online from March 2021 to July 2021. The study used the clinical supervision Evaluation Questionnaire and Maslach Burnout Inventory–Student Survey adopted in China. A regression analysis was used to determine the predictors and influence of clinical supervision on the burnout experience among student nurses. Results: Nursing students achieved a high mean on the clinical supervision purpose subscale. …

Student Peer Mentorship In Prelicensure Nursing Programs: A Scoping Review, Jacqueline Avanthay Strus, Julie Savard, Chloe Manaigre, Teaghan Mitchell, Ariane Gauthier, Patricia Bourrier, Rhéanne Girard, Danielle De Moissac

Quality Advancement in Nursing Education - Avancées en formation infirmière

Abstract

A scoping review was undertaken to inform the development of a peer mentoring program in the nursing faculty of an official-language francophone minority post-secondary institution in Western Canada. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with mentorship coordinators in seven undergraduate nursing programs across Canada. The results of the semi-structured interviews were used to corroborate the information gathered during the scoping review.

Analysis of the scoping review showed that the mentoring programs were designed based on a perceived need expressed by faculty and students. All programs involved a multi-stage implementation and evaluation process. Many articles focused on the benefits of implementing mentoring …

Adaptation De L’Instrument « Évaluation De L’Environnement D’Apprentissage Clinique » : Ajout De La Composante De La Dynamique De Groupe, Marjolaine Dionne Merlin, Frances Gallagher, Stéphan Lavoie

Quality Advancement in Nursing Education - Avancées en formation infirmière

Résumé

Contexte et problématique : Lors d’un stage en groupe, la dynamique entre les stagiaires du groupe peut compromettre leurs apprentissages et nuire à l’expérience de stage. Les instruments de mesure recensés permettent d’évaluer différentes composantes de l’environnement d’apprentissage clinique (EAC) associées à l’expérience d’apprentissage de stagiaires, sans toutefois inclure la composante de la dynamique de groupe en lien avec leur expérience d’apprentissage. Il en est ainsi pour l’instrument de mesure Évaluation de l’environnement d’apprentissage clinique (EEAC), composé de trois sous-échelles. Ce manque ne permet pas de documenter la composante de l’EAC, qui délimite les actions d’amélioration par les personnes …

Mise À L’Essai D’Un Nouveau Modèle De Supervision De Stage En Sciences Infirmières : L’Unité Collaborative D’Apprentissage, Charles Bilodeau, Frances Gallagher, Sylvie Charette, Mélanie Marceau

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Résumé

Introduction : L’unité collaborative d’apprentissage (UCA) est un modèle de supervision de stage en sciences infirmières qui pourrait optimiser les ressources dédiées à la formation clinique en partageant la supervision des étudiantes et étudiants au sein d’une équipe de soins. Il s’agit d’un modèle flexible qui peut s’adapter aux particularités des milieux cliniques et universitaires désirant se l’approprier. Cependant, la mise à l’essai de ce modèle n’a pas été documentée en contexte québécois.

But : Cet article présente les résultats du troisième cycle d’une recherche-action qualitative qui avait pour but d’accompagner et de documenter l’appropriation d’une UCA, par et …

Fidélité D’Un Club De Lecture Pour Étudiantes Et Étudiants En Sciences Infirmières, Caroline Gibbons, Jimmy Bourque, Tim Aubry

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Résumé

Contexte : La mesure de la fidélité d’un club de lecture (FCL) est essentielle pour interpréter l’effet de cette intervention sur les résultats ciblés. À notre connaissance, aucune étude ne démontre comment la FCL peut être mesurée et liée aux résultats pédagogiques obtenus. Il n’existe pas de mesure standard de la FCL, ni d’études portant sur l’implantation d’une telle mesure.

But : Décrire la conceptualisation de grilles d’évaluation de la FCL et le processus d’implantation de telles grilles d’évaluation de la FCL.

Méthode : Étude descriptive des étapes de la mesure de la FCL, issue d’une étude quasi-expérimentale, à …

Scaffolding Information Literacy Learning For Undergraduate Nursing Students: A Mixed-Method Exploration Of Student Il Self-Efficacy, Hanneke Croxen, Jody Nelson, Lisa Mckendrick-Calder, Wanhua Su

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Abstract

Purpose: Information literacy (IL) competency is an essential component of evidence-informed nursing practice. It is integral to introduce and develop core information literacy competencies for evidence-informed practice within undergraduate education programs. Research has shown undergraduate students may experience challenges with information literacy skills. More research to inform teaching methodologies that effectively enhance students’ skills and abilities, as well as their self-efficacy with these skills, is needed. This article describes an innovative teaching strategy, called journal club, which uses scaffolded learning activities in small groups over one semester.

Methods: This mixed-methods research study used a non-experimental pre-post survey and was …

A Focused Ethnography Of Tenure-Track Phd-Prepared Nursing Faculty Members' Teaching Experiences, Winnifred Savard, Christy Raymond, Solina Richter, Joanne Olson, Pauline Paul

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Abstract

Introduction: New faculty’s experiences in a tenure track position have been reported to be stressful and retention of new faculty can be difficult in the competitive academic climate. However, research literature on this topic is predominantly American based. A focused ethnography was undertaken to understand the experience of new PhD-prepared nursing faculty in Canada more fully.

Purpose: The purpose of this article is to present findings about the teaching experiences from a research study examining the experiences of 17 new PhD-prepared, tenure-track nursing faculty in their role from nine Canadian universities representing various provinces and regions.

Method: A focused …

Advancing Quality Nursing Education In Today’S World, Take Two | Avancées En Formation Infirmière Dans Le Monde Contemporain, Prise Deux, Jacinthe I. Pepin, Susan M. Duncan

Quality Advancement in Nursing Education - Avancées en formation infirmière

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Australian Elective Surgery Patients’ Pre-Operative Preparation, Health Literacy, Learning Preferences And Knowledge Resource Needs: A Cross-Sectional Survey, Cory J. Williams, Jed Duff, Chloe Tannagan

Journal of Perioperative Nursing

Aim: To investigate self-reported health literacy levels, learning preferences and knowledge resource needs of Australian elective surgery patients.

Background: Surgery contributes significantly to global health care, but surgical waitlists, cancellations and delay remain major challenges for health care systems. Pre-operative preparation and patient education about the surgical journey are essential to reducing these disruptions. Unfortunately, preparation and education are limited by short timeframes and one-size-fitsall approaches. Limited information exists about Australian surgical patients’ health literacy levels, learning preferences and knowledge resource needs.

Design and methods: This cross-sectional waiting room survey investigated patient health literacy, preferred education mode and learning styles …

‘I Want To Be A Member Of My Heart Team’: Insights From Patients’ Experiences Of Minimalist Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation, Celeste G. Percy, A. Fuchsia Howard Dr., Bobby Lee Dr., Janarthanan Sathananthan Dr., David A. Wood Dr., John G. Webb, Sandra B. Lauck Dr.

Journal of Perioperative Nursing

Background: Internationally, transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is the most common approach for treating aortic stenosis. There is growing evidence to support the implementation of a streamlined clinical pathway to optimise outcomes, improve capacity and facilitate safe early discharge home. Best practices that are emerging include adopting a minimalist approach and transition from general anaesthesia to conscious sedation or local anesthesia only. We aimed to explore what could be learned from patients’ experiences of their care in this rapidly evolving context

Methods: We conducted a qualitative study of patients in the first week after TAVI to explore their perspectives of …

Recent Studies In The Surgical Treatment Of Tetralogy Of Fallot, Emma C. Gardner

Mako: NSU Undergraduate Student Journal

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A Global Perspective On Intersecting Social And Systemic Barriers Experienced By Grandparent-Caregivers: A Qualitative Systematic Review, Schola N. Matovu, Deborah M. Whitley, Heather M. Young

GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

Globally, many grandparents are taking on the caregiving role for their grandchildren without public or government interjection of support, particularly financial assistance for basic needs such as housing, health care and living expenses. This paper aimed to broaden understanding of social and systemic barriers experienced by grandparent-caregivers across the globe. Of the 2,828 relevant grandparent caregiving studies identified in the literature, 34 representing eight countries met our inclusion criteria to answer the research question and the focus of this paper: What are the social and systemic barriers experienced by grandparent-caregivers across the globe? We utilized Noblit’s and Hare’s (1988) meta-ethnography …

Validity And Reliability Of The Indonesian Version Of Expanded Nursing Stress Scale (Enss) As A Job-Stress Assessment Tool For Nurses, Hasto Harsono, Herqutanto Herqutanto, Suryo Wibowo, Aria Kekalih, Astrid Sulistomo

Occupational and Environmental Medicine Journal of Indonesia

ABSTRACT

Background: Job stress is a serious health problem in the 21st century because of its high incidence and impact. Nurses are known as a profession that has high risks of stress, has distinctive characteristics, and hence requires a work stress assessment instrument that suits its peculiarities. The Expanded Nursing Stress Scale (ENSS) is a nurse-specific stress assessment instrument that has high validity and reliability (Cronbach's alpha = 0.96) and is widely used in many countries but is not yet available in Indonesian. This study aims to obtain the Indonesian version of ENSS and evaluate its reliability and validity.

Method: …