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Changing The Way Providers Order Blood Return To Intensive Care Patients, Chloe Morris
Changing The Way Providers Order Blood Return To Intensive Care Patients, Chloe Morris
Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
Patients with anemia and other conditions resulting in loss of blood often come with orders to return wasted blood to them. While using typical blood draw practices, patients are placed at an increased risk of infection when their blood is exposed to the outside world. My question is, will using a closed system decrease the instances of infection in patients who receive their waste blood after draws? By utilizing a waste syringe attached to the IV line, nurses can avoid detaching and reattaching syringes to collect and give back the patient's blood. Patients who are already at an increased risk …
The Influence Of Parental Obesity On Children And Adolescents, Seth Seward, Kaylee Eckert
The Influence Of Parental Obesity On Children And Adolescents, Seth Seward, Kaylee Eckert
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
Obesity in America is an epidemic, with a total of 42.4% of adults having a BMI over 30.0. In Healthy People 2030, America set the goal of decreasing childhood and adolescent obesity from 17.8% of our population to 15.5%. Obesity is directly related to a higher risk of developing hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, diabetes, asthma, anxiety, and depression. Through our literature review, we created the question 'During the ages of 2 to 18, are children and adolescents who have obese parents at an increased risk for obesity and related health diseases in comparison with children and adolescents who do not have obese …
The Impacts Of Consuming Peanuts During Pregnancy, Hannah Irons, Grace Jones
The Impacts Of Consuming Peanuts During Pregnancy, Hannah Irons, Grace Jones
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
Peanut allergy accounts for the majority of severe food-related allergic reactions. Childhood allergies have increased in prevalence by 50% between 1997 to 2011 with peanut allergies almost tripling between 1997 and 2017 (Turke, 2017). It tends to present early in life and affected individuals usually do not outgrow it. Reactions to peanuts can range from mild to severe, such as anaphylaxis. The diagnosis of a peanut allergy is confirmed with the detection of peanut-specific IgE (Czolk R., 2021). The question remains "how does one develop a peanut allergy?" Our research project has used evidence-based practice and nursing research to determine …
Mandatory Nurse-To-Patient Ratios Impact On Nurse Satisfaction In California Icus, Emily Mcguire, Anna Schmied
Mandatory Nurse-To-Patient Ratios Impact On Nurse Satisfaction In California Icus, Emily Mcguire, Anna Schmied
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The purpose of this research was to determine if nurse satisfaction was greater in California intensive care units (ICUs) where there is a mandatory nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2, one registered nurse (RN) to two patients. Greater nurse satisfaction contributes to the overall improvement of both nurse and patient outcomes. Nurses who work in intensive care units experience high rates of mental distress and poor health due their job demands. Research shows that the mandatory nurse-to-patient ratios in California ICUs lead to fewer work injuries, greater nurse retention, and less burnout - all of which improves nurse satisfaction. This is compared …
Does Smoking Cessation Counseling Improve Success Rates In Adult Smokers Who Desire To Quit Compared To Both Pharmacologic Therapy For Cessation And No Therapy Or Counseling?, Madison Pribble, Trevor Leonard
Does Smoking Cessation Counseling Improve Success Rates In Adult Smokers Who Desire To Quit Compared To Both Pharmacologic Therapy For Cessation And No Therapy Or Counseling?, Madison Pribble, Trevor Leonard
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
This research is aimed to answer the question: does smoking cessation counseling improve success rates in adult smokers who desire to quit compared to pharmacologic therapy for cessation and no therapy or counseling? We looked at health-related literature to determine which method of smoking cessation had the highest success rates. In our research we expected to find that success rates were greatest when individuals had a combination of pharmacotherapy in conjunction with counseling. A report of the Surgeon General compiled results of studies reporting the efficacy of numerous cessation therapies and their success. Our research of these and other reports …
Patients On Non-Icu Floors Accessibility To Complex Monitoring Devices Compared To Standard Monitors On The Ability To Provide Critical Monitoring When Necessary, Ashton Seifert
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Cardiac arrest that occurs in hospitals carries a mortality rate of 80%, even though there are numerous advances in health care (Yousaf et al., 2018). Typically, these life-threatening cardiac arrests can be preceded by changes in the client's status, specifically in the vital signs (Yousaf et al., 2018). While in the ICU mortality rates are increased and all patients are monitored on a monitor that can read Arterial line pressures, continuous pulses, and monitoring of oxygen saturation. Patients on the non-ICU floor receive monitoring using standard devices. These devices only monitor vital signs periodically and do not provide continuous monitoring …
Prone Versus Supine In Mechanically Ventilated Patients, Caroline Nham, Estela Hurd
Prone Versus Supine In Mechanically Ventilated Patients, Caroline Nham, Estela Hurd
Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
The purpose for this project is to determine whether the prone position is the best position for a patient who is being placed on a mechanical ventilator. Our research question is, in mechanically ventilated patients, does the use of the prone position promote better patient outcomes than the supine position? We are comparing recent studies on the benefits and complications that can arise in placing patients in the prone or supine position. We hypothesize that the prone position has greater benefits towards the patient's quality of care. Utilizing the library as a resource, provided us with relevant information related to …
Evidence Based Research Project: Racial Disparities In Healthcare, Annie Elliott, Bridget Canderelli, Miranda Mozingo, Elizabeth Powers
Evidence Based Research Project: Racial Disparities In Healthcare, Annie Elliott, Bridget Canderelli, Miranda Mozingo, Elizabeth Powers
Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
Many studies completed in the United States have proven that there is a national problem surrounding our country regarding racial disparities in health care. The issue of racial disparities directly impact patient care negatively, and statistics prove that people of color actually have a higher mortality rate. There are a variety of reasons that this issue is happening in our country, beginning with our education system, and even unconscious biases among healthcare professionals. Research has shown that many healthcare professionals believe, and are taught, the misbelief that People of Color feel less pain or that they may be drug addicts …
Vascular Access Teams And Their Success In The Acute Care Setting, Amanda King
Vascular Access Teams And Their Success In The Acute Care Setting, Amanda King
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Peripheral intravenous catheters (PIV) are frequently used in acute care settings for short-term delivery of intravenous (IV) medications and fluids (Marsh et al., 2018). While this is a common practice in the hospital, the insertion of these PIVs can be quite difficult. According to Marsh et al. (2018), multiple insertion attempts are common, and post-insertion failures from complications such as occlusion are as high as 69%, triggering the insertion of subsequent catheters. This research analyzed the use of a vascular access team, commonly known as an IV team, to improve PIV outcomes in the acute care setting. These vascular access …
The Efficacy Of The Z-Track Method For Intramuscular Injections And Analysis Of Z-Track, Seth Seward, Brooke Buchanan, Anna Schmied, Trevor Leonard
The Efficacy Of The Z-Track Method For Intramuscular Injections And Analysis Of Z-Track, Seth Seward, Brooke Buchanan, Anna Schmied, Trevor Leonard
Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
Z-track method is used in all intramuscular injections with the exception of vaccinations. It is commonly taught that this is to reduce pain and to ensure all the medication is delivered into the muscular tissue. This project analyzes studies and medical articles to determine if this is the truth or if abstaining from using the Z-track method is indicated.
Health Disparities In Low Income Areas, Kerry Williams Williams, Angelika Gomez, Anaya Jennings, Isabella Kohama-Flores
Health Disparities In Low Income Areas, Kerry Williams Williams, Angelika Gomez, Anaya Jennings, Isabella Kohama-Flores
Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
The goal of our presentation is to discuss the healthcare disadvantages within lower income areas within the Unites States. It has been found that dependent upon the area in which an individual lives, their access to various forms of healthcare can be scarce and practically non-beneficial to them. Throughout our presentation, we hope to not only bring awareness to this unfortunate issue but also focus and incorporate ways in which healthcare professionals, such as nurses, can take initiative and help to give the community the healthcare needed to survive and maintain.
In Adult Patients Receiving Wound Care, What Is The Effect Of Wound Care Given Using Clean Technique, Compared To Wound Care Given Using Sterile Technique On Efficient Wound Healing Process Without Complications?, Lily Gamble, Madison Taylor
In Adult Patients Receiving Wound Care, What Is The Effect Of Wound Care Given Using Clean Technique, Compared To Wound Care Given Using Sterile Technique On Efficient Wound Healing Process Without Complications?, Lily Gamble, Madison Taylor
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
We chose to research the effect of wound care given using clean technique compared to sterile technique. According to the US Center for Disease Control, nearly 1.7 million patients suffer from hospital-acquired infections and more than 98,000 of these patients die every year (Haque, et al., 2018). Due to this frightening statistic, we wanted to further understand and discover if using a certain technique when caring for wounds plays a major role in preventing complications, such as infections. We chose our topic based on our learning experiences in clinical and the classroom setting. We then found credible sources from medical …
The Impact Of Nursing Hand Off Reports, Bobbie Umberger, Selena Carrera
The Impact Of Nursing Hand Off Reports, Bobbie Umberger, Selena Carrera
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
We will be evaluating and comparing different types of nursing handoff reports, such as verbal versus bedside. We researched different research articles and studies that compared bedside handoff reports to verbal handoff reports. These studies analyzed the effect on patients, such as safety and satisfaction, from the type of handoff report. In our research, we compared the advantages and disadvantages of verbal and bedside reports and found strategies to improve handover reports. From this information it was concluded that the bedside report is more effective than a verbal report for the patient and nurse.
For People Over The Age 65, Does The Use Of Cloth Face Masks Help Lower The Transmission Of Covid-19 Compared With The Use Of Gaiter Masks?, Abigail Mills, Joelle Harthun
For People Over The Age 65, Does The Use Of Cloth Face Masks Help Lower The Transmission Of Covid-19 Compared With The Use Of Gaiter Masks?, Abigail Mills, Joelle Harthun
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
The COVID19 pandemic has generated rumors and conspiracy theories: -Origin of the virus, its modes of transmission, the options for preventing and treating it, and the actions governments have taken (Vraga & Jacobsen, 2020). Which is more effective: cloth face masks or neck gaiters. Gaiter masks fit very loosely around the mouth and nose. According to Massachusetts Institute of Technology, your mask should fully cover your nose and chin: preventing breathing in any droplets (Schive, 2020). Masks need to be tightly woven; you cannot see the individual fibers when holding it up to the light (Schive, 2020). Masks should be …
The Comparison Between Delayed Cord Clamping And Immediate Cord Clamping On Fetal Outcomes, Aydan Drake, Kelsey Mawyer
The Comparison Between Delayed Cord Clamping And Immediate Cord Clamping On Fetal Outcomes, Aydan Drake, Kelsey Mawyer
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
The research question that is being asked is, are newborns, who are delivered vaginally, that have their umbilical cord clamped immediately after birth at a disadvantage for improved health benefits compared to newborns who received delayed cord clamping? Delayed cord clamping is a procedure performed after the baby is born in which healthcare providers delay clamping the umbilical cord in order to allow blood from the placenta to be transferred into the newborn. Delayed cord clamping is performed 25 seconds to 5 minutes after birth. The study used gathered data from 9 university hospitals in 4 different countries and involved …
Effectiveness Of School-Based Exercise Programs On Childhood Obesity, Amanda Newman, Hannah Deacon
Effectiveness Of School-Based Exercise Programs On Childhood Obesity, Amanda Newman, Hannah Deacon
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
Childhood obesity has increased over the past four decades. It is crucial for officials to increase awareness and implement a course of action regarding this issue. There are several complications that arise from childhood obesity including hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, liver disease, reproductive conditions, heart disease, mood disorders, cancer, dyslipidemia; childhood obesity often results in obesity throughout adulthood. Children spend a substantial amount of time at school, therefore, schools become an ideal place to establish interventions to combat the health concern. A study was conducted and proved to be effective at decreasing body mass index (BMI) in school-aged children, …
Effectiveness Of Epipen And Its Alternativesâ , Rebecca Anderson, Emma Sanford
Effectiveness Of Epipen And Its Alternativesâ , Rebecca Anderson, Emma Sanford
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
The purpose of this project was to compare the effectiveness of the EpiPen and its alternatives. Epipens are the first-line treatment for systemic allergic reactions. The pharmaceutical company Mylan first came into existence in 1961, distributing medical and health products to medical professionals with the goal of providing access to affordable medicine. Epipens now-a-days can cost anywhere from $650-$700, while alternatives like Symjepi cost around $200, Adrenaclick is about $500 and Auvi- Q is around $5,000 for a twin pack but can be free with insurance . For this project we looked at various different sources about each brand. From …
Are Hormone Therapies More Effective In Treating The Manifestations/ Symptoms Of Menopause Than Lifestyle, Exercise, And Diet Changes?, Madison Wessells, Morgan Tharpe
Are Hormone Therapies More Effective In Treating The Manifestations/ Symptoms Of Menopause Than Lifestyle, Exercise, And Diet Changes?, Madison Wessells, Morgan Tharpe
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
For many women, menopause is a topic that is not discussed until they reach the age of 45 and begin to experience symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats. Because of the taboo associated with menstrual cycles and female reproductive health, many women suffer in silence and are not aware of the various treatment options that are available to aid with the subsidence of their symptoms. These various treatment options range from medications such as hormone-replacement therapies, vitamin and mineral supplements, and changes in diet and exercise. For this presentation, the research that was conducted focused on hormonal therapies …
Patient Education Effects On Health Outcomesâ , Hannah Lawrence
Patient Education Effects On Health Outcomesâ , Hannah Lawrence
Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
The purpose of this research is to discuss how patient education can benefit patient health outcomes. Patient education involves helping patients to gain a better understanding of their condition, procedures, and how lifestyle choices can impact their health. There are many ways in which a patient can be educated. This includes discussions with the healthcare team and the use of other materials such as pamphlets, group classes, or videos. My research question is: How can patients with cardiovascular disease utilize tools gained from patient education improve health outcomes compared to those who have had inadequate education to prevent the development …
Do Adults With Bacterial Infections Develop Less Of An Antibiotic Resistance With Iv Antibiotics Than With Oral Antibiotics After A Full Course Of Treatment?, Navvy Stevens, Taylor-Erin Evitts
Do Adults With Bacterial Infections Develop Less Of An Antibiotic Resistance With Iv Antibiotics Than With Oral Antibiotics After A Full Course Of Treatment?, Navvy Stevens, Taylor-Erin Evitts
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This study was conducted in order to discover if patients develop less of an antibiotic resistance when going through intravenous antibiotics, compared to using oral antibiotics. This concept was created due to the fact that many people that are prescribed oral antibiotics, do not finish the entire prescribed amount. When this occurs, it gives the bacteria that the antibiotics were trying to get rid of, have the chance to adapt and become resistant to the particular antibiotic. By discovering the percentage of people who were prescribed antibiotics that never finished a round of them, it aids in narrowing down what …
Evaluation Of Safety Related To Current Patient Mobility Practices, Karissa Bright, Logan Callahan, Sarah Saunders
Evaluation Of Safety Related To Current Patient Mobility Practices, Karissa Bright, Logan Callahan, Sarah Saunders
Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry
A major practice that may be overlooked in the nursing field is how to move patients. Since nurses care for a diverse patient group, some patients may have limited to no mobility. In these cases, the nursing team must decide how to move the patient to provide care while still maintaining a safe environment. The purpose of this project is to evaluate current evidence on the safest ways to move and ambulate patients, while still maintaining the effectiveness that must be present in the medical environment. Hopefully, through this research, effective and safe ambulating practices can be determined.