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Preventing Substance Use Disorder In Anesthesia Providers, Tyson Rogers
Preventing Substance Use Disorder In Anesthesia Providers, Tyson Rogers
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Developing substance use disorder is considered one of the most serious occupational risk factors for anesthesia providers. The purpose of this project was to identify the prevalence and risk factors of substance use disorder within the anesthesia community and to signify the importance of early education and awareness to help prevent the development of substance use disorder through early education, identification, and awareness. The project consisted of an educational PowerPoint that was placed on Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s (SIUE) wellness website within Black Board. The third-year nurse anesthesia students at SIUE were sent an email on how to access the …
Effectiveness Of De-Escalation Training To Medical-Surgical Nurses, Tammy L. Sullivan
Effectiveness Of De-Escalation Training To Medical-Surgical Nurses, Tammy L. Sullivan
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Nurses are the most common victims of workplace violence and typically are not equipped deliver appropriate prevention interventions. Although most violent episodes occur in the emergency department and mental health units, violence towards nurses on the medicalsurgical units is on the rise. Patient perpetrated aggression and violence is positively correlated with poor patient outcomes and length of stay. In addition to the physical effects on the nurse, there are psychological effects that can impact their career and personal life. The direct and indirect cost for an organization includes decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, and turnover. In potentially violent situations, nurses must …