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Full-Text Articles in Nursing
Global Health And Nursing, Heather Trane, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister
Global Health And Nursing, Heather Trane, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister
Journal of Undergraduate Research
A key component of the nursing profession is a lifelong commitment to learning with an emphasis on evidence-based practice. Research finds new data everyday as the world is constantly changing. For nurses to provide the best possible care to patients, they need to be up to date on the latest research findings.
Analysis Of Relationships Between Siblings And Children With Disabilities, Cassandra Perry, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Analysis Of Relationships Between Siblings And Children With Disabilities, Cassandra Perry, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Journal of Undergraduate Research
In recent decades, the impact of sibling relationships on an individual have been found to be significant1 and for siblings of children with disabilities (CWDs), that impact has carried a negative tint; with struggles related to maladjustment, behavioral problems, and a stressful change in responsibilities2.
Becoming Mothers And Fathers: The Perspectives Of New Parents, Tawny Thomas, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister
Becoming Mothers And Fathers: The Perspectives Of New Parents, Tawny Thomas, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Globally, birth is a significant event in the lives of childbearing parents. Understanding the perceptions of new mothers and fathers and their satisfaction with health care enlightens health care providers about parents’ responses to birth, their specific needs during that time, and actions health care providers can implement to provide the most ideal experience possible during this exciting and important event. “There is a need for increased knowledge of the perspective of childbearing families as they make the transition to parenthood” (Hickok, 2007, p. 5). This study is important to health care providers as it provides insight into the perceptions …
Memory Training For Older Adults With Mild Cognitive Impairment, Charlotte A. Allsop, Dr. Barbara Heise
Memory Training For Older Adults With Mild Cognitive Impairment, Charlotte A. Allsop, Dr. Barbara Heise
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Dementia is manifested by a severely limited memory and performance of cognitive abilities. Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is an early stage of memory loss which can later lead to Dementia. It has been proven that you can delay cognitive dysfunction, e.g. memory, by “training the brain” through various cognitive exercises. However, those with MCI are difficult to detect because their memory loss is subtle. The purpose of this study is to first, enhance MCI recognition in elderly individuals and second, to determine the efficacy of memory training in the community.
The Lived Experience Of Single Parents Raising Children With Disabilities: A Pilot Study, Janel Marx, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
The Lived Experience Of Single Parents Raising Children With Disabilities: A Pilot Study, Janel Marx, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Raising a child with disabilities (CWD) presents a unique experience and oftentimes is accompanied with many challenges. It not only takes a lot time and money, but can also be physically exhausting (Green, 2007). This responsibility is often distributed between two parents: a father and a mother. However, in some cases, caring for a CWD becomes the sole responsibility of one parent, due to divorce, death of a parent, or absence of marriage. In fact, according to recent data, a CWD is more likely to grow up in a single-parent household than a child without disabilities (Cohen, 2006).
Simulation In Nursing Education To Stimulate Critical Thinking, Katrina Duncan, Dr. Patricia Ravert
Simulation In Nursing Education To Stimulate Critical Thinking, Katrina Duncan, Dr. Patricia Ravert
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Recent studies have shown that only 35% of new registered nurse graduates demonstrate appropriate entry expectations for critical thinking and clinical judgment . As the present nursing shortage continues to escalate, adequate preparation of new graduate nurses becomes ever more important. Simulation is used in nursing education to prepare nurses prior to the clinical setting. It utilizes the principle explained by Confucius when he said “I hear and I forget, I see and I remember, I do and I understand.” Simulation provides the opportunity to apply the classroom and textbook learning in a safe environment so that students may fully …
The Effects Of Spoken And Written Words On The Fermentation And Decomposition Process Of Rice, Janae Devika, Dr. Glenda Christiaens
The Effects Of Spoken And Written Words On The Fermentation And Decomposition Process Of Rice, Janae Devika, Dr. Glenda Christiaens
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Many studies have shown a relationship between positive words and enhanced health. In 2005 Masauro Emoto published a book “The Hidden Messages in Water” that gained popularity throughout the world. Emoto collected water samples, exposed them to positive or negative words, and then froze them. He then analyzed the frozen water crystals and photographed and categorized them. The book has many examples of crystals treated with positive and negative words. The crystals exposed to positive words appear to be more organized and have more aesthetic appeal than did the crystals treated with negative words.
Giving Birth: Australian Women’S Voices, Melody Kuhre, Dr. Lynn Callister
Giving Birth: Australian Women’S Voices, Melody Kuhre, Dr. Lynn Callister
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Giving birth is a life changing experience for women throughout the world. While its significance is universal, women’s perceptions of childbearing are unique depending on their socio-cultural context. The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study was to describe the unique perceptions of childbearing women in Australia. Our research question was, what is the meaning of giving birth to Australian women?
Knowledge And Attitudes Regarding Sids In A Brazilian Population, Tania Maria Albuquerque De Oliveira, Catherine Coverston
Knowledge And Attitudes Regarding Sids In A Brazilian Population, Tania Maria Albuquerque De Oliveira, Catherine Coverston
Journal of Undergraduate Research
My original research was actually directed at African Americans in urban Utah. Research shows that even 15 years after the Back-to-Sleep Campaign (a national campaign focused on teaching best practices of infant sleep and care), African Americans still experience the highest incidence of SIDS (Sudden Infant Syndrome Death). This is due to the lack of trust when it comes to following medical advice as well as traditions that are hard to let go. I had a facilitator and a group of subjects that could be a part of my research project, but I was unaware of the barriers I would …
Parents’ Perceptions Of Pediatric Diabetes Management Clinic Practices Using The American Academy Of Pediatrics Guidelines, Lisa Smith, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Parents’ Perceptions Of Pediatric Diabetes Management Clinic Practices Using The American Academy Of Pediatrics Guidelines, Lisa Smith, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Journal of Undergraduate Research
The American Academy of Pediatrics established a standard of care for children with chronic conditions in order to improve patient and family outcomes. Standards for medical care emphasize the care being 1)accessible, 2)continuous, 3)comprehensive, 4)family-centered, 5)coordinated, 6)compassionate, and 7)culturally effective. However, very little research has examined how well pediatric specialty clinics meet these AAP standards. The impact of services is critical to the well-being of the child and the family. Therefore, this study analyzes parent evaluations of Pediatric Diabetes Management Clinics (PDMC) in Utah. By analyzing the PDMCs according to the AAP’s standards, staff will be better able to ensure …
Parents’ Perceptions Of Pediatric Diabetes Management Clinics, Kalie Diane Thornock, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Parents’ Perceptions Of Pediatric Diabetes Management Clinics, Kalie Diane Thornock, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Journal of Undergraduate Research
One in every 400-600 young people in the United States are diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2005), a disease requiring constant vigilance to ensure continued health. Therefore, regular medical appointments to monitor hemoglobin A1C, LDL cholesterol level, blood pressure, eyes, and feet are needed along with special dietary and medication considerations for successfully managing diabetes (Saaddine et al., 2006).
Study Abroad Programs: Using Alumni And Graduate Students As Affiliate Faculty, Sheri Palmer, Debra Wing, Leslie Miles, Sondra Heaston, Karen H. De La Cruz
Study Abroad Programs: Using Alumni And Graduate Students As Affiliate Faculty, Sheri Palmer, Debra Wing, Leslie Miles, Sondra Heaston, Karen H. De La Cruz
Faculty Publications
To expand student appreciation of global health and diversity, many schools of nursing offer study abroad programs. However, this type of labor-intensive program can be difficult in light of faculty shortages and constrained resources. The authors discuss how these issues were addressed using alumni and graduate students as affiliate teachers in 3 clinical study abroad settings.
Underutilization Of Primary Care Providers In Treating Opiate Addiction, Jennifer Jenkinson, Patricia K. Ravert
Underutilization Of Primary Care Providers In Treating Opiate Addiction, Jennifer Jenkinson, Patricia K. Ravert
Faculty Publications
There are inadequate numbers of care providers or treatment programs to treat opioid abuse. Although many primary care nurse practitioners care for patients who are dependent on or abuse opioids, they are not allowed to prescribe the schedule 3 medications to treat them. This option is available to primary care physicians with additional training. This article discusses the effectiveness of opioid substitution therapy in a primary care setting, the patient populations, patient satisfaction, and barriers preventing primary care providers from providing treatment to opioid patients. Nurse practitioners can help overcome some of these barriers and improve access to this underserved …
Parental Perceptions: Religiosity And Sibling Relationships In Families Raising A Child With Diabetes, Caitlin Peterson (Herrman), Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Parental Perceptions: Religiosity And Sibling Relationships In Families Raising A Child With Diabetes, Caitlin Peterson (Herrman), Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Raising a child with diabetes (CWD) impacts the whole family, since it is a disease requiring parental vigilance to ensure dietary/ medication compliance, and sibling understanding. Clearly, religion serves as an important resource to couples and families; however, it may also act as a resource for families who are raising a CWD. In fact, qualitative and empirical studies alike show religious practices and spiritual beliefs predict relational outcomes (Richards & Bergin, 1997).
The Effect Of Family Support On Cancer Patient Quality Of Life And Coping, Laura Fisher Brown, Dr. Patricia Rushton
The Effect Of Family Support On Cancer Patient Quality Of Life And Coping, Laura Fisher Brown, Dr. Patricia Rushton
Journal of Undergraduate Research
This research project has been such a growing experience for me. When I applied for my first grant in October of 2007, I had no idea that I would have gained so much from the opportunity to do undergraduate research. It has been a little over a year since I have started performing research in depth on my topic and it has been full of surprises, from both the actual process of research as well as the outcomes of my study. I have learned much about available support programs for cancer patients, the factors contributing to quality of life in …
Perceptions Of Giving Birth And Adherence To Cultural Practices In Chinese Women, Megan Cutler, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister
Perceptions Of Giving Birth And Adherence To Cultural Practices In Chinese Women, Megan Cutler, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Chinese childbearing women living in Taiwan have cultural beliefs and practices, including the common practice of “doing the month” after giving birth. Similar practices can also be found in Japan, South Korea, the People’s Republic of China (PRC), Thailand, and Cambodia. There are an increasing number of immigrants from Asia living in the United States, and many women from these places bring with them traditions and customs that are unfamiliar to many. Considering the great diversity of America, it is important that nurses working with childbearing women provide culturally competent care for Asian childbearing women and other culturally diverse women. …
A Pilot Study: Relaxation Response To Vocal Training Intervention In Nursing Students, Leah Dymock, Dr. Glenda Christiaens
A Pilot Study: Relaxation Response To Vocal Training Intervention In Nursing Students, Leah Dymock, Dr. Glenda Christiaens
Journal of Undergraduate Research
As a profession, nursing requires a constant balance between professional standards, individual values, and patient needs (Luquette, 2007.) These responsibilities lead to stress, compassion fatigue, and burnout (ibid.) Thus it follows that an implicit part of nursing school is learning to care for another person without sacrificing your own physical or psychological wellbeing. This question is then raised: What is the best way to cope with stressful situations that are encountered by nurses? Although the best thing for one person will differ from what’s best for another person, there are inherent characteristics of activities that induce a relaxation state; namely, …
Autism Spectrum Disorders And Hyperbilirubinemia, Amber Blake, Dr. Lora Jean Campbell
Autism Spectrum Disorders And Hyperbilirubinemia, Amber Blake, Dr. Lora Jean Campbell
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have increased tenfold over the past fifty years. These disorders include: autistic disorder, Asperger disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) (Johnson & Myers, 1184). Symptoms of ASD are language delay, severe deficits in social skills, and repetitive behavioral patterns. These symptoms make it hard for children with ASD to form peer relationships, communicate effectively, and develop appropriately (Johnson, 1191-1194).
How Nurses Perceive Their Ability To Support Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients, Hannah Ross
How Nurses Perceive Their Ability To Support Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients, Hannah Ross
Journal of Undergraduate Research
This study examined nurses’ feelings as they communicated with their newly diagnosed cancer patients. Qualitative interviews with ten oncology nurses from northern and central Utah were conducted. Nursing literature demonstrated that many newly diagnosed cancer patients felt healthcare staff were not empathetic. Qualitative interviews with study participants concluded that nurses with oncology experience feel confident and competent in supporting patients. The interviews also discussed that it is important for nurses to be empathetic, compassionate, understanding, and knowledgeable to feel competent in caring for these patients.
Apgar Scores And Oxygenation Levels: A Comparison Of Vaginal And Cesarean Section Modes Of Delivery, Allison Holt, Dr. Patricia Ravert
Apgar Scores And Oxygenation Levels: A Comparison Of Vaginal And Cesarean Section Modes Of Delivery, Allison Holt, Dr. Patricia Ravert
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Purpose Compare Apgar scores and oxygenation levels of well infants born by Cesarean section (c-section) to those delivered vaginally.
Is There A Relationship Between Parenting Styles And Sibling Relationships In A Family Containing A Child With A Disability?, Corinne Jackman (Johnson), Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Is There A Relationship Between Parenting Styles And Sibling Relationships In A Family Containing A Child With A Disability?, Corinne Jackman (Johnson), Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Journal of Undergraduate Research
The purpose of my research was to see if 1) there is a difference in parental perceptions of parenting styles and sibling relationships according to parent gender, sibling gender and type of disability as well as to 2) examine whether or not there is a linkage between parenting styles and sibling relationships in families raising a child with a disability (CWD). We studied autism, mental retardation, an orthopedic condition, other (deafness, blindness), and multiple disabilities.
The Relationship Between Epidural Anesthesia During Labor And Successful Breastfeeding Behaviors Of Newborns, Kevara Wilson, Dr. Debra Hobbins-Garbett
The Relationship Between Epidural Anesthesia During Labor And Successful Breastfeeding Behaviors Of Newborns, Kevara Wilson, Dr. Debra Hobbins-Garbett
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Every mother wants to give the best to her baby, and many mothers feel breastfeeding is doing just that—giving the best. For these mothers, the effect of epidural anesthesia on those first breastfeeding encounters is an important one. Unfortunately, few researched-based answers about these effects exist.
Daily Needs Of Family Members Of Icu Patients With Severe Traumatic Brain Injury, Christy Rae Lee, Dr. A. Elaine Bond
Daily Needs Of Family Members Of Icu Patients With Severe Traumatic Brain Injury, Christy Rae Lee, Dr. A. Elaine Bond
Journal of Undergraduate Research
In the intensive care unit (ICU), family members of severe traumatic brain-injured (STBI) patients struggle with the possibility of future dysfunction or untimely death. This is a vulnerable and precarious time for the families. In this crisis time, nurses must be able to provide holistic nursing care that includes the family as well as the patient. To determine and react to the family’s ongoing needs, nurses could return some stability to the family, aiding the patient’s recovery.
Childbirth Experience Of Chinese Women, Robin Kartchner, Dr. Lynn C. Callister
Childbirth Experience Of Chinese Women, Robin Kartchner, Dr. Lynn C. Callister
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Women across the world share in the same biological process of childbirth. However, their experience with childbirth can vary widely depending on their cultural and spiritual background. The quality of care a woman receives during and after her pregnancy is deeply influenced by the understanding of these factors that the nurse brings to their interaction (1). This research built on previous studies of women from other cultures (2) by interviewing Chinese women in China about their childbirth experience.
A Matter Of Choice: Perceptions Of Personal Mastery And Control After Giving Birth, Melissa A. Dalton-Richardson, Dr. Lynn Callister
A Matter Of Choice: Perceptions Of Personal Mastery And Control After Giving Birth, Melissa A. Dalton-Richardson, Dr. Lynn Callister
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Within recent years, there has been a steady increase of births attended by midwives in the United States. The reemergence of midwives to the medical scene provides pregnant women with alternative methods of birth. In order to provide women with the most information possible about these two options of maternity care, there has been a good deal research done in the area of comparisons between obstetricians and certified nurse-midwives (CNM). Thus far, the research has done much in demarcating the differences in treatment and satisfaction of pregnant women. My research question took the next step in the research comparison. I …
Postpartum Depression And Help-Seeking Behaviors In Immigrant Hispanic Women, Glauco Souza, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister
Postpartum Depression And Help-Seeking Behaviors In Immigrant Hispanic Women, Glauco Souza, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister
Journal of Undergraduate Research
The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study was to describe the experience of having symptoms of postpartum depression (PPD) and identify help seeking behaviors in immigrant Hispanic women.
The Experiences Of Siblings Of Children With Autism, Elizabeth Ward, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
The Experiences Of Siblings Of Children With Autism, Elizabeth Ward, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Journal of Undergraduate Research
The social and behavioral issues of autism are very unique and have a deep impact on families, particularly siblings, as they learn to cope and live with a child with autism (CWA). However, there is limited information in the literature relative to the experience of the sibling, and the information that does exist is often conflicting. The research shows that siblings of CWA experience stress, frightening behavior, and violence in the home (Benderix & Sivberg, 2007). Furthermore, some researchers found that siblings demonstrated less intimacy in sibling relationships, and were negatively affected socially and emotionally (Hastings, 2003; Kaminsky & Dewey, …
Information From The Experts Themselves: What Children With Diabetes Need And Desire, Corinne Jackman, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Information From The Experts Themselves: What Children With Diabetes Need And Desire, Corinne Jackman, Dr. Barbara Mandleco
Journal of Undergraduate Research
The purposes of this research are to 1) discover perceptions children/adolescents with diabetes have about their lives/illness and 2) develop appropriate interventions based on these perceptions. A number of youth diagnosed with type 1 diabetes face difficult challenges concerning their care and causing great stress on their family. Asking youth about their perceptions of living with type 1 diabetes can be useful in developing interventions that are exactly what the youth need/desire as they cope with their chronic illness. Hopefully, adjustment to the illness will be smoother and the family unit helped as the needed interventions are provided.
Measuring Cultural Competence In Nursing: A Qualitative Comparison Of Education And Workforce Measures, Robin Ellis, Dr. Erin Maughan
Measuring Cultural Competence In Nursing: A Qualitative Comparison Of Education And Workforce Measures, Robin Ellis, Dr. Erin Maughan
Journal of Undergraduate Research
The most recently published United States census indicates that nearly one fourth of the United States population is non-Caucasian (“Race and Ethnic Distribution,” 2001). Unlike the general population, nearly 90% of registered nurses identify themselves as primary Caucasian. Consequently, cultural awareness in health care has become an imperative issue.
Perceptions Of Single Parents Raising A Child With Disabilities: A Pilot Study, Dr. Barbara Mandleco, Danielle Nyholm
Perceptions Of Single Parents Raising A Child With Disabilities: A Pilot Study, Dr. Barbara Mandleco, Danielle Nyholm
Journal of Undergraduate Research
Parents raising a child with disabilities (CWD) are subject to a unique experience that is often accompanied by many challenges not experienced by a parent raising normally developing children. The experience requires extensive time and money, and the parents endure many stressors resulting in exhaustion (Green, 2007). In addition, Kelso, French, and Fernandez (2005) found stressors for two-parent families of a CWD include the process of diagnosis, treatment decisions, the ability to function spontaneously as a family, schooling for their child, and lack of professional attention to their CWD. If two-parent families experience these difficulties, single-parent families will likely have …