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School Based Nutrition And Exercise Program, Darlene L. Amalfitano
School Based Nutrition And Exercise Program, Darlene L. Amalfitano
Master's Theses, Dissertations, Graduate Research and Major Papers Overview
The purpose of this project was to develop a school-based nutrition and exercise program aimed at encouraging and teaching healthful lifestyle choices and facilitating behavior change. A premise of the program was that sustainable changes in diet and physical activity accomplished in childhood may be carried into adulthood and may assist in the prevention of obesity in later years. The Ecological Theory by Urie Bronfenbrenner and Nola Pender's Health Promotion Model (2006) were the frameworks that guided this program development. The program duration was six weeks, and sessions met two times per week with 4th, 5th, and 6th grade participants. …
Development Of The Stroke Modules For Kent County Hospital Stroke Unit, Barbara J. Bird
Development Of The Stroke Modules For Kent County Hospital Stroke Unit, Barbara J. Bird
Master's Theses, Dissertations, Graduate Research and Major Papers Overview
Stroke is the number one cause of disability in the United States and costs over $68 billion annually. The majority of strokes are preventable but require education of the public on modifiable risk factors and prevention. Nurses play a major role in education related to prevention and care of stroke patients. The purpose of this project was to develop a self study educational program for nurses caring for stroke patients. A four module program was created. It was piloted by the sample population of nurses working on the stroke unit at Kent County Hospital. There was a thirteen point improvement …
Effects Of A Simulation Educational Experience On Critical Care Staff's Recognition Of Stressors Affecting Performance And Use Of Teamwork Skills, Heidi K. Paradis
Effects Of A Simulation Educational Experience On Critical Care Staff's Recognition Of Stressors Affecting Performance And Use Of Teamwork Skills, Heidi K. Paradis
Master's Theses, Dissertations, Graduate Research and Major Papers Overview
Human limitations are sources of medical error that result in injuries, deaths and cost reaching millions. Preventing human errors from reaching patients is an imperative goal of a healthcare system that desires to reduce costs and produce quality outcomes. There is a mounting body of evidence that safety culture measurement and intervention can impact the safety and quality of healthcare.
Attributes Of Effective Nurse Care Managers In Patient-Centered Medical Home, Susan Corner
Attributes Of Effective Nurse Care Managers In Patient-Centered Medical Home, Susan Corner
Master's Theses, Dissertations, Graduate Research and Major Papers Overview
The burden of chronic disease on our medical system and on society is substantial and adds to the difficulty of managing ever-increasing amounts of patient information as care becomes more complex. It has placed the quality of health care in the United States (US) under scrutiny because of medical errors, lack of coordination, patient frustration and poor outcomes. In response to the many challenges, the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model of care was developed and is designed to increase the value of our health care and to improve the experience for the patient. The role of the Nurse Care Manager …
The Impact Of Timing, Selection, And Dosage Of Preoperative Prophylactic Antibiotics On Preventable Surgical Site Infections, Cathy S. Insana
The Impact Of Timing, Selection, And Dosage Of Preoperative Prophylactic Antibiotics On Preventable Surgical Site Infections, Cathy S. Insana
Master's Theses, Dissertations, Graduate Research and Major Papers Overview
Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a subset of a larger group of infections that are known as hospital acquired infections (HAis). SSIs are a huge financial burden, costing billions of dollars in excess hospital charges every year. There is a considerable amount of evidence-based practice recommendations that can help reduce the incidence of SSIs. Research has supported the efficacy of preoperative antibiotic prophylaxis when appropriately selected and timed according to published guidelines. In addition to these measures, re-dosing of antibiotics must occur for those procedures that last more than four hours in order to continue to maintain tissue perfusion throughout …
Quality Management Of Chemotherapy: Induced Nausea And Vomiting With Minimal Constipation, Mary Ellen Danzer
Quality Management Of Chemotherapy: Induced Nausea And Vomiting With Minimal Constipation, Mary Ellen Danzer
Master's Theses, Dissertations, Graduate Research and Major Papers Overview
Although clients diagnosed with colorectal cancer (CRC) are receiving more advanced and successful chemotherapy treatments, the side effects of these treatments continue to cause anxiety, discomfort, pain, and a diminished quality of life. Treatments must be developed to avoid some of the most unpleasant symptoms a client experiences as a result of these treatments. The purpose of this study was to examine the incidence of constipation related to the treatment of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) and to identify treatments that are successful in managing constipation while maintaining effective control of CINV. Constipation can be a significant problem with a …