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The Evolution Of Student Nurses' Concepts Of Spirituality, Sarah Beckman, Becky Salmon, Cheryl Bruick-Sorge, Sanna Boxley-Harges

Becky A Salmon

Spirituality has different meanings to individuals from diverse backgrounds with minimal definitions documented in academe. This qualitative research study was to determine the evolution of student nurses' concepts of spirituality by comparing their definitions on admission and at completion of their nursing education. Student responses are discussed.

Five Strategies That Heighten Nurses' Awareness Of Spirituality To Impact Client Care, Sarah Beckman, Sanna Boxley-Harges, Cheryl Bruick-Sorge, Becky Salmon

Becky A Salmon

Professional practice standards mandate that spiritual nursing care is a responsibility, not an option. This article explores 5 experiential learning activities that seek to heighten a person's awareness of his or her own spirituality and that also increases one's sensitivity to the spiritual needs of others.

Avatars: Bringing Case-Studies To Life, Rachel Ramsey, Cheryl Rockwell

Cheryl Lynn Rockwell

No abstract provided.

Preparing Nurse Educators: Designing Hps Simulations Using Cerner Aes., Rachel Ramsey, Katrina Kessler, Robert Snow

Katrina J Eby

No abstract provided.

Electroninc Health Records For Nursing Education: Integrating Technology Into Nursing Curriculum., Pamela Dekoninck, Rachel Ramsey, Katrina Kessler

Katrina J Eby

Abstract

Purpose/Objectives: Analyze the use of Electronic Health Records (EHR) to stimulate the critical thinking and decision making required of students in real clinical settings by: 1) integrating current written work into the EHR and 2) creating a robust database of simulated patient cases, including diagnostic test results, physician orders, medications and physical assessment data. Currently, in order to enhance the students’ level of critical thinking, a weekly worksheet is completed utilizing a template in a Word document. The client’s physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs or “stressors” are identified and analyzed using the Neuman Systems Model (NSM).

Background: EHRs are …

Community Health Fair Promotes Engagement And Civic Responsibility, Denise Jordan

Denise M Jordan

An assignment to develop and implement a community health fair helped students achieve course objectives while implementing public health functions. This approach integrated “meaningful community service with instruction and reflection” and taught “civic responsibility” (National Service-Learning Clearinghouse).

Legal And Ethical Responsibilities, Denise Jordan

Denise M Jordan

No abstract provided.

Legal Aspects Of Nursing, Denise Jordan

Denise M Jordan

No abstract provided.

Factors Associated With Parental Distress, Cathy Duchovic, J. Gerkensmeyer, J. Wu

Cathy Duchovic

No abstract provided.

Electroninc Health Records For Nursing Education: Integrating Technology Into Nursing Curriculum., Pamela Dekoninck, Rachel Ramsey, Katrina Kessler

Pamela S. DeKoninck

Abstract

Purpose/Objectives: Analyze the use of Electronic Health Records (EHR) to stimulate the critical thinking and decision making required of students in real clinical settings by: 1) integrating current written work into the EHR and 2) creating a robust database of simulated patient cases, including diagnostic test results, physician orders, medications and physical assessment data. Currently, in order to enhance the students’ level of critical thinking, a weekly worksheet is completed utilizing a template in a Word document. The client’s physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs or “stressors” are identified and analyzed using the Neuman Systems Model (NSM).

Background: EHRs are …

Mission Nursing, Jane Dannhausen, Connie Herron

Jane E. Dannhausen

No abstract provided.

Sim-Man: Not Your Grandma's Nursing Education, Jamie Peppler, Jane Dannhausen, Katherine Willock

Jane E. Dannhausen

No abstract provided.

Millinnals Educated And Empowered With Technology, Sarah Beckman, Cheryl Sorge, Tabitha Bane

Cheryl L Bruick-Sorge

How do faculty meet the “net generation” learning needs? The challenge of engaging students was accomplished in this senior leadership course using a variety of strategies. Course requirements included a classroom presentation, multimedia applications, and a quality improvement project completed in a 90 hour practicum. Student-developed websites will be featured and evaluated for design, flow, evidence-based information, credibility, currency, and relevancy to practice. Learning outcomes will be assessed using undergraduate curriculum foundations. Participants will be invited to share strategies that were successful for them in engaging the net generation in meaningful coursework.

Ismart: Intergenerational Students Motivated To Apply Research And Technology, Sarah Beckman, Cheryl Sorge, T Bane

Cheryl L Bruick-Sorge

No abstract provided.

Student Created Websites: Demonstration Of Information Literacy Skills, Sarah Beckman, Cheryl Sorge, Tabitha Bane

Cheryl L Bruick-Sorge

Senior students are held accountable for learning outcomes in a junior level informatics course. Design skills were applied in the creation of websites used for classroom presentations on select leadership topics. These websites were used as educational tools in the practice setting. Two websites will be featured.

Five Strategies That Heighten Nurses' Awareness Of Spirituality To Impact Patient Care, Sarah Beckman, Becky Salmon, Cheryl Bruick-Sorge, S. Boxley-Harges

Cheryl L Bruick-Sorge

No abstract provided.

Meeting The Challenge Of Teaching The Millennial Nursing Student In A Neuman-Based Program, Cheryl Bruick Sorge, Becky A. Salmon

Cheryl L Bruick-Sorge

No abstract provided.

The Evolution Of Student Nurses' Concepts Of Spirituality, Sarah Beckman, Becky Salmon, Cheryl Bruick-Sorge, Sanna Boxley-Harges

Cheryl L Bruick-Sorge

Spirituality has different meanings to individuals from diverse backgrounds with minimal definitions documented in academe. This qualitative research study was to determine the evolution of student nurses' concepts of spirituality by comparing their definitions on admission and at completion of their nursing education. Student responses are discussed.

Five Strategies That Heighten Nurses' Awareness Of Spirituality To Impact Client Care, Sarah Beckman, Sanna Boxley-Harges, Cheryl Bruick-Sorge, Becky Salmon

Cheryl L Bruick-Sorge

Professional practice standards mandate that spiritual nursing care is a responsibility, not an option. This article explores 5 experiential learning activities that seek to heighten a person's awareness of his or her own spirituality and that also increases one's sensitivity to the spiritual needs of others.

Secrets Of Successful Short Grant Applications, Patricia Groves, Susan Rawl, Mary Wurzbach, Nancy Fahrenwald, Marlene Cohen, Donna Mccarthy, Julie Zerwic, Barbara Given, Donna Algase, Gregory Alexander, Vicki Conn

Gregory S Alexander

Nursing doctoral programs prepare students for research-focused careers within academic settings. The purpose of this Editorial Board Special Article is to provide PhD students and advisors with suggestions for making the most of their doctoral experience. Editorial Board members provide their individual insights on the skills and attributes students must acquire during the course of their doctoral education in order to succeed. The authors provide practical tips and advice on how to excel in a PhD program, including how to select an advisor and a dissertation committee, the importance of attending conferences to increase visibility and develop a network of …

Experience Informs: Spanning Three Decades With The Nsm, Sarah Beckman, S. Boxley-Harges, Beth Kaskel

Dr. Beth L. Kaskel

The efficacy of the Neuman systems model as a guiding framework for curriculum development of a baccalaureate program is examined. Insights from lessons learned provide directions for nursing theory-based curriculum change and program development. Challenges and opportunities during curriculum development are explored. Recommendations and strategies that contribute to consensus building are reported.

Innovative Strategies For Nursing Education With The Electronic Health Record., Carol Sternberger, Beth Kaskel, Linda Meyer, Tammy Toscos

Dr. Beth L. Kaskel

Ever-changing technological advances in healthcare have challenged nursing faculty to design curricula that will produce graduates who are not only comfortable using technology, but more importantly, possess the ability to interpret, analyze and synthesize clinical data that are stored in electronic health records (EHRs). Federal mandates put forth through the HITECH Act, 2009 require all health care institutions to fully adopt EHRs by the year 2014. This transition will lead to changes in the way nurses practice, making it important for educators to provide nursing students with the necessary informatics skills to provide safe and high quality care. Indiana-Purdue University …

Nursing Graduates' Ability To Address Incivility: Kirkpatrick's Level-3 Evaluation, Cynthia Clark, Sara Ahten, Rosemary Macy

Sara M. Ahten

Background Addressing incivility in nursing education has an important twofold purpose, to increase civility within the nursing education experience and to lay the groundwork for creating cultures of civility in professional nursing practice. Given the serious impact of incivility, it is imperative to prepare students to foster civility in their nursing practice upon graduation. Methods In a previous article, the authors described how a classroom-centered, problem-based learning (PBL) scenario, simulating a nurse-to-nurse uncivil encounter, was used to assess student learning according to Level 1 and Level 2 of Kirkpatrick's Model of Evaluation. This subsequent article presents the findings of a …

Avatars: Bringing Case-Studies To Life, Rachel A. Ramsey, Cheryl Rockwell

Rachel A. Ramsey

No abstract provided.

Preparing Nurse Educators: Designing Hps Simulations Using Cerner Aes., Rachel Ramsey, Katrina Kessler, Robert Snow

Rachel A. Ramsey

No abstract provided.

Electroninc Health Records For Nursing Education: Integrating Technology Into Nursing Curriculum., Pamela Dekoninck, Rachel Ramsey, Katrina Kessler

Rachel A. Ramsey

Abstract

Purpose/Objectives: Analyze the use of Electronic Health Records (EHR) to stimulate the critical thinking and decision making required of students in real clinical settings by: 1) integrating current written work into the EHR and 2) creating a robust database of simulated patient cases, including diagnostic test results, physician orders, medications and physical assessment data. Currently, in order to enhance the students’ level of critical thinking, a weekly worksheet is completed utilizing a template in a Word document. The client’s physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs or “stressors” are identified and analyzed using the Neuman Systems Model (NSM).

Background: EHRs are …

Treatment-Associated Changes In Body Composition, Health Behaviors, And Mood As Predictors Of Change In Body Satisfaction In Obese Women, James Annesi, Gisele Tennant, Nicole Mareno

Nicole Mareno

A Comparison Of A Social Support Physical Activity Intervention In Weight Management Among Post-Partum Latinas, Colleen Keller, Barbara Ainsworth, Kathryn Records, Michael Todd, Michael Belyea, Sonia Vega-López, Paska Permana, Dean Coonrod, Allison Nagle-Williams

Kathryn Records

Patient Characteristics Associated With False Arrhythmia Alarms In Intensive Care [Abstract 19717], Patricia Harris, Jessica K. Zègre-Hemsey, Tina Mammone, Daniel Schindler, Xiao Hu, Yong Bai, Steven M. Paul, Barbara J. Drew

Patricia Harris

Acceptability And Preliminary Efficacy Of A Sms Text Message Intervention In Older Cancer Patients, Sandra Spoelstra

Sandra L. Spoelstra, PhD, RN, FGSA, FAAN