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Pediatric Peanut Allergy Prevalence Review, Kaitlyn Lynch

Grace Peterson Nursing Research Colloquium

Abstract

Background: The rates of childhood allergies are increasing, prompting the need for continued research. The specific immune reaction to the allergen, peanuts, is the highest reported food allergy in children. The gap in knowledge is regarding the reasons behind the increased prevalence rates and the discrepancies in recommended guidelines for infant introduction of peanuts.

Purpose of Study: The review of studies narrowed down the reasons for prevalence and combined the current research into one integrative review. Additionally, the research standardized protocol recommendations for the early introduction of peanuts in infancy. The integrative review consolidated recent research on peanut prevalence …

Factors Associated With The Rise In Repeat Cesarean Deliveries, Danielle Walczak

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Abstract

Background: Women choose elective repeat cesarean deliveries as opposed to vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC’s) based on various reasons and these choices are most often made without adequate education from healthcare professionals.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review is to determine why there is a continuing rise in elective repeat cesareans and whether women in the United States are being routinely informed of VBAC’s based off of their decision for the mode of delivery.

Method: An integrative literature review was conducted using the databases of CINAHL, PubMed, ProQuest Nursing and Allied Health, and other studies from journals …

Common Components Of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Prevention Intervention Programs: A Review Of Literature, Ross Siemering

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Abstract

Background: Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) are the most common yet completely preventable cause of mental disability in the western world.

Objective: The purpose of this integrative literature review is to examine and identify the common elements among varying interventions for FASD prevention that have demonstrated effectiveness for reducing the risk of FASD to better understand what defining features may contribute to the efficacy of the interventions.

Methods: An integrative literature review was conducted. The databases searched included: CINAHL, PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Science Direct. Articles were then reviewed to determine if they were appropriate for inclusion based upon …

The Effects Of Complementary And Alternative Medicine Therapies On Cognition In Older Adults Diagnosed With Mild Cognitive Impairment: An Integrative Literature Review, Candance Swanigan

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Background: The aging U.S. population is expected to produce a significant increase in persons with progressive cognitive impairment or dementia. A method to prevent, halt, or slow this decline has yet to be found. Research suggests that a multidomain approach in the early stages of impairment, such as in mild cognitive impairment (MCI) should be investigated as an integrative strategy to prevent cognitive decline. Complementary and alternative therapies have the ability to be a part of an integrative approach to preventing cognitive decline.

Objectives: The purpose of study is to explore what research has been conducted regarding complementary and alternative …

Evaluation Of Video Games On Adolescent Health: An Integrative Literature Review, Benjamin Yohannan

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Abstract

Background: As technology has advanced, use video games can make an impact an adolescent’s life. While there is controversy in the use of video games, there are limited studies to a provide a comprehensive review of the positive and negative effects regarding the use of video games.

Objectives: The purpose of this literature review was to use current research in determining whether or not video games are favorable in adolescent’s health by understanding its risks and benefits. With these considerations, appropriate recommendations can be provided to determine how to make the video games more beneficial.

Method: An integrative …

Implementation And Compliance With A Goal-Directed Fluid Therapy (Gdft) Protocol For Total Hip Arthroplasties: A Two-Year Review, Michelle Pavlik

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Background: Historically, goal-directed fluid therapy (GDFT) has been shown to improve patient outcomes when used in the perioperative setting for specific cases (colorectal, etc). When anesthesia providers use GDFT protocols, intraoperative fluid therapy is” patient specific” via the use of dynamic patient-specific physiologic parameters.

Objectives: The aim of the study is to assess whether GDFT improved patient-specific fluid administration. A secondary aim was to assess adherence to the instated GDFT protocol.

Method: A retrospective chart review was conducted on 201 patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA) procedures following implementation of a GDFT protocol at the University of Illinois at Chicago …

Food Assistant Programs’ Food Quality And The Risk Of Developing Type Ii Diabetes In Native Americans, Ignacio Perez Jr

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Abstract

Background: A key factor behind the high rates of diabetes among Native Americans living in reservations is the high poverty rate. Though food assistance is provided on reservations to combat poverty and food insecurity, the rates of type II diabetes are still at an alarming high rate. Continuation of the alarming incidence of type II diabetes brings to question the nutritional quality of the food offered by food assistance programs.

Objectives: The purpose of study was to examine food assistance programs utilized by Native Americans to determine if the food quality may have an impact on the risk of …

Complex Effects Of Caregiver-Patient Relationships On Patient Self-Care In Heart Failure, Lauren Spain-Bondi

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Complex Effects of Caregiver-Patient Relationships on Patient Self-Care in Heart Failure

Lauren Spain-Bondi

Faculty Advisor: Karen Larimer, PhD, RN

Background: Approximately 6.5 million U.S. adults have heart failure (HF), and the incidence is rising rapidly. HF is a costly disease with a high mortality rate. Despite evidence that patient self-care improves health and reduces hospitalizations, many still do not practice effective self-care. An informal caregiver for a patient with HF is positioned to influence self-care, but little is known about the patient/caregiver dynamic or how it affects self-care.

Objective: This study seeks to synthesize and evaluate the most …

The Effects Of Depression On Medication Compliance And Patient Outcome In Heart Failure, Jordan Rogers

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Abstract

Background: Heart failure affects 6.5 million people in the United States and depression occurs in approximately 20-50% of heart failure patients. Depression can lead to complications and increased mortality, so it is necessary to examine the effect of depression on heart failure patients.

Objective: To investigate how depression in heart failure patients affects medication adherence and patient outcomes.

Methods: An integrative literature review was completed by searching databases: CINAHL, PubMed, and PsycInfo. Search terms included: heart failure, depression, medication adherence or compliance, anxiety, and outcomes. Studies included had to be published between 2012 and 2018 and available in …

A Malignant Hyperthermia Competency Training For Nurse Anesthesia Trainees: Development, Implementation, And Evaluation, Andrew Christ

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A Malignant Hyperthermia Competency Training for Nurse Anesthesia Trainees: Development, Implementation, and Evaluation

Andrew Christ, RN, BSN, DNP Candidate

Faculty: Karen Kapanke, CRNA, DNP

Background: Video simulation is an alternative method of teaching that can play an important role in nurse anesthesia education. Using video simulation for uncommon crisis could prove beneficial.

Objectives: The purpose of this study is to analyze the effects of an educational video simulation regarding malignant hyperthermia (MH) recognition and management on knowledge of nurse anesthesia trainees (NATs).

Methods: A single group pretest-posttest design was used to compare knowledge on recognition and management of malignant hyperthermia. …

Barriers And Mental Health Of Undocumented Latinos In The United States, Maricela Rodriguez

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Abstract

Background: Mental illness affects over 40 million people in the U.S. every year. Latinos, regardless of legal status are a vulnerable population who experience many stressors. Being undocumented magnifies such challenges, ultimately affecting mental health. Minimal research has investigated the barriers that this population faces as well as the implications that being undocumented has on their mental health.

Objective: The objective of this study is to identify the barriers that undocumented Latinos in the United States face and to describe the overall mental health consequences related to undocumented status.

Method: An integrative literature review was utilized to analyze peer-reviewed …

Developmental Interventions Used For Premature Infants In The Nicu, Macy Swanager

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Developmental Interventions Used for Premature Infants in the NICU: An Integrative

Literature Review

Macy Swanager

Research Advisor: Kim Amer, PhD, RN

Abstract

Background: Various developmental interventions have been used to promote premature infants’ health in the NICU, but there has been limited research on which of these interventions leads to the best outcomes in reducing stress-based symptoms in the premature infant.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review was to assess the current trends in developmental intervention strategies that are being used in the NICU that result in positive outcomes in premature infants.

Method: An integrative literature review was …

The Inappropriate Prescribing Of Psychotropic Medication To Foster Children: An Integrative Review, Raina Leon

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Abstract

Background: The prescribing rates of psychotropic medication for foster children far exceed the prescribing rates of psychotropic medications for other children, ages 0-18. Many psychotropic medications have not been researched for children and have not been proven safe or effective for this age group, and do not adhere to AACAP safety guidelines.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review is to identify the factors that contribute to the high prescribing rates of psychotropic medication among foster children, as well as identifying the risks associated with prescribing habits that do not follow AACAP guidelines. Additionally, safer alternatives to psychotropic …

Barriers Preventing Healthcare Providers From Utilizing Linguistic Services For Limited English Proficiency Patients, Olena Bohachyk

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Background: Limited English proficiency (LEP) population continues to grow; and healthcare providers now face communication challenges when providing care to LEP patients. Multiple studies show that a rate of interpretive assistance provided remains low and patients with LEP tend to have higher risk for adverse effects when compared to English speakers.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review was to identify the existing barriers contributing to underutilization of interpretive services among medical personnel when providing care to LEP patients, and provide potential suggestions to improve the linguistic competence.

Method: An integrative literature review was conducted using the following …

The Effects Of Debriefing Following Medical Error, Jaclyn Frankenberger

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Background: Medical errors are preventable, yet they are inevitable and are the third leading cause of death in the United States. Enabling the mindset of perfectionism in clinical settings creates an environment that does not accept human imperfection.

Objectives: The purpose of this study is to examine how debriefing may have beneficial effects in the clinical setting to assist healthcare providers in decreasing medical errors.

Methods: An integrative literature review was conducted searching the following databases: PubMed, CINAHL, and Nursing & Allied Heath Database. Key words included: errors, debriefing, briefing, not students, simulation, or education. Inclusion criteria focused …

Barriers To Providing Psychiatric Care Within Cook County Public Health System: An Integrative Literature Review, Elizabeth Ann Reuter

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Background: Cook County Public Health Systems located in Cook County, Illinois, are responsible for providing free and low cost psychiatric care to thousands of residents despite continuing state and federal budget cuts and inadequate Medicaid reimbursements. This not only financially strains county taxpayers, but it also limits treatment options, negatively impacts patients, and places an extreme burden on the public service workforce.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review was to identify the major barriers of providing psychiatric care within Cook County Public Health Systems.

Method: An integrative literature review was conductedusing the databases of Academic Search …

The Transition Of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients From Pediatric To Adult Services, Irena Haghighi

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Background: The transition from pediatric to adult care in the JIA population is currently in need of refinement so that adolescents undergoing the transition may be more successful in their adult care programs. JIA has a large group of patients crossing over from pediatrics to adult care, and thus needs to have a more structured and appropriate approach to providing care in this transition.

Objectives: To understand how transition from pediatric to adult services in the JIA population is defined, and identify elements that may be implemented to facilitate better transitional programs.

Method: An integrative literature review was conducted using …

Societal Benefits Of Funded Ivf Treatments And The Barriers To Funding In The United States, Jennifer Shmerl

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Abstract

Background:According to Kent (2016), between one in six and one in seven couples are affected with subfertility (p. 31). Examining societal benefits from funded IVF treatments could allow subfertile couples in the United States the chance at starting a family while also contributing to society.

Objectives: The purpose of this study is to depict the societal benefits from funded IVF treatments and why this treatment should be funded in the United States.

Method: In order to examine and summarize literature studies that have been published, an integrative literature review was conducted searching CINAHL, ProQuest Nursing & Allied Health …

Barriers To The Use Of Standard Precautions For Infection Control In Long Term Care Facilities: An Integrative Literature Review., Uyiosa Chu

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Barriers to the Use of Standard Precautions for Infection Control in Long Term Care Facilities.

Uyiosa Chu

Research Advisor: Michelle Neuman

College of Science & Health.

Background: Infection control is essential in long term care facilities (LTCFs) and the practice of standard precaution (SP) remains the main stay at reducing the rate of transmission of infectious diseases. However, compliance with the guidelines remain unacceptably low.

Objective: To identify the barriers that limit the use of standard control precautions in LTCFs and to evaluate how current measures address these barriers in order to improve compliance.

Methods: An integrative literature review was …

Benefits Of Interprofessional Communication In Simulation Education For Staff Nurses: An Integrative Literature Review, Kevin Beltran

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Abstract

Background: Communication has been identified as one of the top root causes for sentinel events in the healthcare field. Simulation education is a beneficial option for improving skills and competency in communication for staff nurses.

Objectives: To examine current research on communication education in simulation, specifically in staff nurses, and highlight its benefits to lead to better patient outcomes which should lead to the increase use of simulation.

Method: A literature review was conducted using the databases of CINAHL, PubMed, and PsycInfo; only using articles published from 2007 to present. The key words used in this review were a …

Barriers Hindering Cancer Clinical Research Participation And Strategies Implemented To Enhance Engagement In Research Among Hispanics, Rogelio Avila

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Background: Hispanics have a disproportionate incidence, mortality, screening, and survival rate in certain types of cancers, yet, they are significantly underrepresented in cancer clinical research.

Objective: The purpose of this literature review was to identify barriers preventing Hispanics from participating in clinical cancer research, as well as to identify strategies being implemented that have increased the willingness of Hispanics to participate in clinical cancer research.

Methods: An integrative literature review was conducted using the databases CINAHL and PubMed as well as reliable government websites such as the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Cancer Institute of Health, …

Effects Of Humor To Relieve Stress In Nurses, Erin Golger

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Abstract

Background: Research shows that humor is commonly used by health care workers as a coping mechanism to help relieve stress. However, there are limited studies in identifying the type of humor most commonly used by nurses, and which type of humor is most effective at relieving their stress.

Objective: The purpose of this integrative literature review was to identify the different types of humor used by nurses and to explore which type of humor was most effective at relieving stress.

Method: An integrative literature review was used using articles from four different databases (PubMed, CINAHL, Ovid, and ProQuest). The …

Opioid Alternative Medications: Crna Beliefs, Opinions, And Practices, David Velasco

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Abstract

Background: Opioids are powerful pain medications that have significant side effects. Opioid alternative administration can treat analgesia and limit opioid administration.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to examine and describe CRNAs’ beliefs, opinions, and practices on administering opioid medications versus opioid alternative strategies to treat intraoperative pain.

Method: A qualitative, survey study design using semi-structured interviews was conducted. Twelve CRNAs were interviewed and audio recorded discussing their perspectives and opinions on administering opioid alternatives.

Results: Two themes were established: barriers and promoting factors with each theme containing sub themes. The subthemes under barriers included: …

The Effect Of Exercise On Symptoms Of Depression In Adults Diagnosed With Clinical Depression: An Integrative Literature Review, Tibil Felix

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Background: While many healthcare providers are currently looking for alternative methods such as exercise to treat depression, there are limited studies to report how exercise effects symptoms of depression in adults diagnosed with clinical depression and whether an ideal exercise prescription exists.

Objective: The purpose of this integrative literature review was to evaluate the effect of exercise on adults with clinical depression.

Method: An integrative literature review was used. The tidal model of mental health as proposed by Dr. Phil Barker and Poppy Buchanan-Barker was used as a basis for this review. The keywords “clinical depression, exercise, adults, depression treatments, …

Parental Influence On Screen Time Usage, Lashawna Williams

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Parental Influence on Screen Time: An Integrative Literature Review

Lashawna Williams

Faculty Sponsor: Shannon Simonovich

Background: Screen time exposure is found to be the most influential factor, contributing to developmental disabilities. However, there are limited studies to examine how parenting choices influence the amount of screen time children receive.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative review of literature (IRL) was to identify key factors that influenced the amount of daily screen time parents allot their children.

Method: An integrative review of literature was conducted to identify the key factors influencing the amount of daily screen time parents allot their children. …

Recommended Interventions To Address The Education-Practice Gap In Mental Health Nursing: An Integrated Literature Review, Marlena D'Agostin

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Background: Mental health is all encompassing and is widely prevalent in the U.S. population, demonstrating a need for effective care for patients in the mental health setting. There is a gap, however, in providing the highest quality of care within this setting named the theory-practice gap. The theory-practice gap creates a barrier in translating knowledge that is being taught in the classroom to what is used in clinical practice.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review was to investigate the theory-practice gap in mental health nursing through the implementation of evidence-based practice (EBP) in the clinical practice setting …

Bystander Intervention To Reduce Mortality In Gun-Related Trauma: An Integrated Literature Review, Georgia Wiard

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Background: Bystander intervention in gun-related trauma is an aspect of trauma care that has been overlooked. Early interventions, mainly hemorrhage control, in areas with long transport times and without easy access to a trauma I center could decrease mortality in gun related violence.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrated literature review is to explore current literature and determine if bystander intervention in gun-related trauma events decreases mortality and to recommend an evidence-based approach for increasing basic trauma training.

Method: An integrative literature review was conducted to identify the outcomes associated with bystander intervention in gun-related trauma, the availability of …

Effects Of Animal Therapy In Adult Patients With Schizophrenia Or Schizoaffective Disorder: An Integrative Literature Review, Evelyn Neville

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Effects of Animal Therapy in Adult Patients with Schizophrenia or Schizoaffective disorder: An Integrative Literature Review

Evelyn Neville

Faculty Sponsor: Barb Harris

Background: While the positive effects animal assisted therapy has shown to have on a general patient population, limited studies have examined the full effect of animal assisted therapy as an adjunct for patients with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder to improve their lives.

Objectives: The purpose of this literature review was to identify the positive outcomes of adjunct animal assisted therapy on patients with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder and whether or not it is a useful adjunct therapy for …

Contributing Factors To The Lack Of Treatment Adherence For Chronic Diseases Among Low-Income African Americans: Integrative Literature Review, Lauren King

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Background:Previous studies have consistently reported that African Americans living in economically disadvantaged communities are less likely to adhere to treatment recommendations for chronic diseases compared to other racial groups. Despite this fact, there have been limited attempts to compile and synthesize factors contributing to the lack of treatment adherence or the efforts being made to promote it.

Objectives:To explore the factors that attribute to the high rates of non-adherence to treatments for chronic diseases amongst the low socioeconomic African American community, and to determine the best approach to promoting adherence within this community.

Methods: This review …

Motivation For Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing Among Non-High Risk Patients: An Integrative Review Of The Literature, Eva Vanoer

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Motivation for Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing Among Non-High Risk Patients: An Integrative Review of the Literature

Eva Vanoer

Faculty: Linda Graf, CNM, WHNP-C, DNP

Abstract

Background: Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) has allowed for highly accurate screening for trisomy 21, 18, and 13 in high-risk expectant mothers since 2011. Despite high cost, it is now being used in the low-risk, general population. Few studies exist that illustrate why low-risk mothers want to elect this testing and if it as effective for them as it is for the high-risk population.

Objective: The purpose of this literature review is to identify key motivators that …