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Why Uninsured Americans Burden The Health Care System, Lindsay Mckim

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

This poster exemplifies the burden that is put on the health care system specifically emergency rooms when Americans are unable to afford health insurance. It highlights the importance of health insurance and how critical it is to be able to attain health insurance for all. The lack of health insurance is being seen in these emergency departments creating longer wait times and poorer quality care because that is the only place people without insurance can get care, thus creating a burden on the health care system.

Crowded Er Waiting Rooms – Are Freestanding Ers The Way To Go?, Jesse Keats

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

This poster discusses the differences in freestanding and hospital emergency departments. My position on this topic focuses on the idea that free standing ERs do not reduce overcrowding in an emergency room.

Peritoneovenous Denver Shunt, Kassidy Potter

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

The Denver shunt is a device used to treat patients with ascites, taking the build up of fluid in the peritoneal cavity and dispensing it into the bloodstream. Interventional Radiology uses this shunt on patients who have a large buildup of fluid with little or no success in other treatment methods.

Is The Evidence Worth It?, Christian Contessa

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

No abstract provided.

Core Measures Work...As Long As We Put In The Time, Miranda Moser

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Heart Failure is a serious problem in the United States that affects millions each year. Core measures were created for hospitals as a standard of care for specific diseases. This research poster focused on Heart Failure core measure 1: discharging teaching that must be provided to a patient that encompasses six key areas related to heart failure management. Statistics and various studies were drawn from and analyzed to support the position of this poster, that these discharge teachings, when conducted properly, significantly reduce the rate of hospital readmissions of heart failure patients.

Nurse Migration And The Effect On Source Country, Taylor Lane

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Even though there are some positive effects on source country of nurse migration, nurse migration has led to a severe shortage of nurses in source country which has led to decreased health and wellness in the source country.

Politics Of Covid-19, Emma Cigna

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

No abstract provided.

Has Malpractice Changed Nursing Practice?, Rose Randazza

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Has Malpractice Changed Nursing Practice? The answer is yes. There have been many changes to the ways nurses provide care due to high error rates and malpractice. This poster explores some of the larger changes made to Nursing Practice due to malpractice.

Floods, Fires And A Pandemic...Oh My!, Melanie Dowling

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

No abstract provided.

Are Healthcare Workers In The Hospital Ready For Disasters In The Community?, Nicholas Hromek

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

This poster presents the idea that healthcare workers in hospitals are not equipped for disasters in the community. During such a vulnerable and relevant time such as the COVID-19 pandemic, this poster focuses on the pitfalls of the healthcare and hospital system.

Qi: Saving Skin, Saving Lives, Carrie Ann Kinney

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Quality Improvement (QI) projects are interprofessional team efforts, developed to improve health-care quality. Pressure injury prevention has been identified by the National Database of Nursing Quality Indicators (NDNQI) as a key nursing sensitive outcome. QI projects such as the Deal with Heels project, the Save Our Skin program, and the implementation of designated turn teams have significantly reduced the incidence of hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs). This has reduced the risk of patients developing severe complications, which significantly improves health outcomes.

Global Health Concerns: Can Nurses Make A Difference?, Haley Melan

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

No abstract provided.

Supine Vs. Prone Positioning For Breast Radiation, Jennifer Curtin

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

When treating breast cancer patients with radiation therapy, it is important to find treatment techniques that reduce the dose to organs at risk without compromising the target tumor volume. Due to advances in cancer diagnosis, patients are diagnosed and treated earlier causing them to live longer. However, these patients are at greater risk for developing long-term complications from treatment, specifically cardiac toxicity and cardiac diseases. Research was evaluated regarding the best treatment position for breast cancer patients to reduce the dose to organs at risk, focusing on the dose to the heart. Every breast cancer patient varies in breast anatomy, …

Nurse Residency Programs, A Solution To The Nursing Shortage, Kylie Hibbett

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

The nursing shortage has become an increasing problem for the healthcare field with statistics estimating the problem is only going to worsen as the years pass. New graduate nurses compromise a small percentage of the nursing workforce, but can help lessen the burden of the shortage. Nurse residency programs have been shown to increase the retention of new graduate nurses. By implementing nurse residency programs, there can be a viable solution to decreasing the nursing shortage that is currently affecting patient outcomes and care.

Is Technology Really Improving Quality And Safety Of Care?, Shaelyn O'Leary

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Technology has come to impact healthcare tremendously in the past decade alone and as time goes by, there are more and more improvements. In the case of healthcare technology being used in the clinical setting, any benefits that have come from using it have come to completely outweigh any cons. There have been improvements in the ability of healthcare professionals to provide quality and safety of care to their patients through reducing medication errors through bar code medication administration, making communication easier, and allowing information about patients and disease processes to be readily available. The most important guideline to healthcare …

The Use Of Technology In The Clinical Setting And The Positive Impacts On Quality And Safety, Kaila Quinlivan

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

No abstract provided.

Is It Time For Universal Healthcare In The Us?, Liz Gurzynski

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

No abstract provided.

Uninsured/Underinsured: Who's Problem Is It?, Manpreet Kaur

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

The problem of uninsured and underinsured in terms of health care was implored in the population of the United States of America. Other developed nations have implemented universal health care whereas the United States have fallen behind. It is an ongoing problem in the nation, and it is not only the problem of the people who face being uninsured and underinsured. It is everyone’s problem because it affects the economy as a whole and every person is affected by the way the country decides to treat health care. Nurses, as health care professionals, have the opportunity to help patients access …

Does Ipe Improve Patient Safety?, Gavin Sudano

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

For my capstone project I discussed how IPE can help increase patient outcomes and safety. I pulled information from many well researched studies and organized the information in well presented poster.

Safety Promotion Via A Just Culture, Eric Gurzynski

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

No abstract provided.

Can Nurses Have An Impact On Global Health Concerns, Lauren Novy

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Nurses can have a positive impact on global health concerns by effecting the spread of infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, vaccination rates, and premature death, around the world.

Are Quality Improvement Projects Improving Health Outcomes?, Erin Taborelli

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Quality improvement projects such as pressure injury prevention does improve health outcomes for patients.

Universal Healthcare: Good Or Bad?, Danielle Tait

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

The topic of universal healthcare seems to come up quite a bit in political platforms, but what does it really mean for Americans? By allowing universal healthcare, instead of private insurance companies, we as a nation will see an increase in healthy citizens, the economy will save money, and patients will be more satisfied with their healthcare. Although we do not have concrete evidence, studies project that universal healthcare will bring immense benefits to America’s healthcare.

The Effects Of Medical Cannabis And Physical Therapy In Patients With Chronic Pain And/Or Parkinson's Disease: Protocol Study, Jake Kocovsky Spt, James Pedersen Spt, Brandon Winslow Spt, Maureen Pascal Pt, Dpt, Ncs

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Background. There is limited research exploring how physical therapy coupled with medical cannabis use in patients with chronic pain and/or Parkinson’s disease can improve function and affect life satisfaction among patients.

Objectives. The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of medical cannabis coupled with skilled physical therapy in patients with Parkinson's disease and/or chronic pain.

Design. This would be a randomized experimental study containing 4 separate subject groups: medical cannabis and chronic pain, no cannabis and chronic pain, medical cannabis and Parkinson’s disease, no cannabis and Parkinson’s disease.

Setting. Misericordia University Pro Bono …

Planetree Model Blooms Success, Madelyn Roerig

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

No abstract provided.

Mindful Meditation As An Intervention To Improve The Quality Of Life In Patients With Parkinson's Disease: A Systematic Review, Sarah Peiser, Tyler Hunyara, Kyle Reese, Joseph Grzech, Laurie Brogan

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Abstract:

Background: One of the main aspects of Parkinson's disease is its neuropathic degeneration and its destruction on the person's mind and body connection. Mindful meditation is the practice of self -awareness and has been shown to cause a reduction in non-motor symptoms such as decreasing blood pressure, treating heart disease, relieving stress, and reducing chronic pain. These changes can lead to perceived improvement in the patient’s quality of life. If there is the possibility for psychological changes in the body, then there may be potential in using it to treat neuropathic degenerative diseases without the harmful side effects …

Clinical Effectiveness Of An Aquatic Exercise Program On Those With Visual Impairments: A Protocol Study, Emma Weber, Allison Amos, Melanie Fry, Sarah Stevens, Maureen Rinehimer

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

BACKGROUND/PURPOSE: Living with visual impairment can greatly affect one’s ability to exercise and maintain an active lifestyle. People with low vision or parents of children with low vision are often fearful of aerobic exercise because of the possibility of harm that could occur from the inability to see. Little research has been done on using aquatic therapy as a form of exercise in people with low vision. The purpose of this study is to see if aquatic exercise is well tolerated within this population. Additionally, this study serves to determine the effect of aquatic exercise on cardiovascular fitness, functional strength, …

The Effectiveness Of Exercise In The Prevention Of Gestational Diabetes: A Systematic Review, Gabrielle Freed Spt, Amanda Sheehan Spt, Amy Sokol Spt, Haley Stack Spt

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Background: Gestational diabetes develops during pregnancy and can cause complications for the mother and baby. Poor management of gestational diabetes can lead to a large sized baby, Cesarean section at delivery, preeclampsia, or hypoglycemia in the baby at birth. Physicians advise women, pre-conception and post-conception, to follow a diet and exercise plan in order to decrease the chances of developing gestational diabetes. Studies have been done to determine the effectiveness of proper diet and exercise prior to conception and during pregnancy in the prevention of gestational diabetes.

Purpose: The purpose of the review was to evaluate the role of exercise …

Does Sitting Posture Prior To Testing Single Leg Dynamic Balance Influence Performance?, Joseph Cassaro Iii, Gerald Struble, Trevor George, Robert Wozniak

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Background: Previous studies have shown that the Slumped-Forward Head posture is associated with decreased glenohumeral external rotator strength, while an erect posture has been associated with positive changes in strength. Clinically, it has been observed that similar changes in hip abductor strength occur in response to various sitting postures.

Purpose: The purpose of this study is two-fold, first to determine the impact sitting posture has on lower extremity hip abductor strength, and second, determine if those who demonstrate a ≥10% strength decline from “erect-sitting” to “slumped-siting” also demonstrate a decline in functional hip strength as measured by the Y-balance test. …

Diagnosis Of Gynecomastia Utilizing Mammography, Dempsey Hollenbeck

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Mammography is a low dose radiographic imaging of the breast tissue. Screening and diagnostic mammography are both utilized to examine breast tissue, however diagnostic mammography is only performed on patients presenting with symptoms. Gynecomastia is a benign enlargement of male breast tissue that may occur at any age. Gynecomastia is often idiopathic, but there are multiple possible causes involving hormones, conditions, medications, and substances. Gynecomastia presents radiographically different depending on how long it has been present in the body. The different diagnosis patterns are early dendritic, late dendritic, and diffuse glandular. Many pathologies in the male breast present similarly on …