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The Transition From Prescription Opioid Drug Abuse To Heroin Use: An Integrative Review Of The Literature, Maria Varela

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The Transition from Prescription Opioid Drug Abuse to Heroin Use

Maria Varela

Faculty Sponsor: Dr. Barbara Harris, RN, PhD

Abstract

Background: The United States is currently facing alarmingly high and increasing rates of prescription opioid abuse and heroin use. Research has indicated that the abuse of prescription opioids such as hydrocodone and oxycodone may lead users to illicit drug use, specifically heroin.

Objective: The purpose of this integrative review is to identify biological, social, and psychological factors that aid in the transition from prescription drug abuse to heroin use.

Method: An integrative review guided by Whittemore and …

Healthcare Seeking Behaviors Of Sexually Assaulted Women, Alexandra Paul

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Background: Sexual assault is a crime that leaves long term psychological and physical effects on survivors, including panic attacks, trust issues, somatic body pain, and poor overall health. Seeking out health services is important in treating these lasting effects. However, research is lacking into the health care seeking behaviors of sexually assaulted women and whether or not the sexual assault plays a role into their habits.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to explore the long-term effect that sexual assault has on the health care seeking behavior of female survivors.

Methods: An integrative literature review was conducted that included …

Cesarean Births Are More Profitable To Hospitals Versus Natural Births, Samantha Martinez

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Cesarean Births Are More Beneficial to Hospitals Than Natural Births: An Integrative Review

Samantha Martinez

Faculty Sponsor: Elizabeth Hartman

Abstract

Background: In the last two decades, cesarean section rates have risen 60 percent and a large percentage was due to new mothers and not repeat cesarean sections. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), disclosed that for every 100,000 births that occur in the United States, four women die from vaginal birth complications and 13 die from cesarean complications.

Objectives: The purpose of the intended integrated literature review was to explore the need for cesarean section and …

Self-Concept Of Precocious Puberty Among Girls And The Link To Risky Behavior: An Integrative Review, Samantha Zackowitz

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Background: Several studies show that early-onset pubertal development is occurring sooner than ever before in female adolescents. While this is problematic in and of itself, concerns about the impact of precocious puberty on young girls include a possible link to detrimental outcomes, including deviant behavior and self-esteem issues.

Objective: The purpose of this literature review is to synthesize the research on precocious puberty by answering the following research questions: How does precocious puberty influence adolescent girls’ perception of self-concept? What risky behaviors are prevalent among girls who experience precocious puberty?

Methods: Articles were found using CINAHL, ProQuest Nursing, and PubMed. …

Determination Of A Correlation Between Bipolar Disorder And Intelligence, Eleanor Sparks

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Determination of a Correlation Between Bipolar Disorder and Intelligence: An Integrative Literature Review

Ellie Sparks

Faculty Sponsor: Dr. Elizabeth Hartman

Abstract

Background: History has linked high intelligence or advanced creativity with mental illness. However, there has been little research done to confirm or reject this suggestion.

Objectives: The goal of this systematic integrated literature review was to determine whether there is a correlation between high intelligence or education performance and the development of bipolar disorder in adulthood. In addition, childhood school performance or IQ is a risk factor for adulthood development of bipolar disorder.

Methods: This integrative literature review was …

Barriers That Cause Delayed Breast Cancer Screenings Among Older Adult African-American Women: An Integrative Literature Review, Sophia Damtew

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Abstract

Background: In the U.S., breast cancer incidence has increased among older adult African-American women, particularly among those aged 60 to79 while white women have either decreased or stabilized (CDC, 2016). Within the last 10 years, breast cancer mortality rates are approximately 40% higher among African-American women compared to white women (CDC, 2016). Many barriers limit breast cancer screenings among this population. Recognizing and addressing specific barriers may improve utilization of breast cancer screenings in the future.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to identify barriers that caused delayed breast cancer screenings among older adult African-American women.

Method: The …

Examining The Delivery Of Patient- And Family-Centered Care To Pediatric Patients In The Emergency Department Setting: An Integrative Literature Review, Amanda Kell

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Abstract

Background: To optimize the care delivered to pediatric patients, pediatric EDs have begun to focus on delivering patient- and family-centered care (PFCC). Recent studies have focused on identifying and solving issues related to the barriers to implementing PFCC in the pediatric ED setting.

Objectives: The purpose of this research was to examine parent satisfaction and factors that affect the care delivered using a PFCC approach to pediatric care in the ED.

Methods: An integrated literature review was conducted using the CINAHL Complete, Pubmed, and ProQuest Nursing and Allied Health databases. The keywords “emergency services and patient and family centered” …

A Reduction In Stress Is Associated With A Decrease In Chemotherapy Symptoms: An Integrative Literature Review, Kelsy Foat

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A Reduction in Stress is Associated with a Decrease in Chemotherapy Symptoms:

An Integrative Literature Review

Kelsy Foat

Faculty Sponsor: Alison DiValerio

Abstract

Background: When individuals with cancer are stressed this can affect their tumor’s ability to grow and spread, thus causing treatments, such as chemotherapy, to be less effective. Awareness of the effect that stress has on cancer therapy can play a role in how patients perceive the importance of stress reducing activities.

Objectives: To determine if there is a positive effect on chemotherapy symptoms when reducing stress in cancer patients, and if so, what types of stress reduction …

The Influence Of Culture, Religion, And Parenting Styles On Reproductive Health Education Access For Adolescents Living In The Caribbean Islands., Johanne Jeudy, Johanne Jeudy

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Johanne Jeudy

Faculty Sponsor: Dr. Elizabeth Aquino, PhD, RN

The Influence of Culture, Religion, and Parenting Styles On Reproductive Health Education Access For Adolescents Living in The Caribbean Islands.

Background: One of the highest contributors to maternal and child mortality is teen pregnancy. Increased attention on sexual and reproductive health for adolescents is beneficial because this stage of development covers social, physiological, and cognitive changes that implicate their well-being not only in the moment but for the rest of their lives. This focus and acknowledgement on reproductive health education will not only benefit adolescents but will help to reinforce health, …

Hiv/Aids Among Black Men Who Have Sex With Men, Bridget Malato

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Abstract

There is a disproportionate number of black men who have sex with men (BMSM) diagnosed with human immunodeficiency virus, also known as acquired immunodeficiency disease (HIV/AIDS) when compared to other populations such as Caucasian men who have sex with men. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimated that among all gay and bisexual men diagnosed with HIV in the United States, black men accounted for the highest number, followed by Caucasian, then Hispanics/Latinos. The purpose of this research is to understand why this disparity exists and how nurses can help mitigate it. A conceptual framework was necessary to comprehend …

The Sexual Orientation Disclosure Experience Of Lgbt-Identifying Adolescents And Its Impact On Health Outcomes: An Integrative Review Of The Literature, Jeremy Vivit

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The Sexual Orientation Disclosure Experience of LGBT-Identifying Adolescents and Its Impact on Health Outcomes: An Integrative Review of the Literature

Jeremy Vivit

Dr. Barbara Harris, PhD., R.N., Dr. Kim Amer, PhD., R.N.

Background: Health, both physical and psychological, can be affected by the stressors of identifying as GLBTQ and coming out. It is important that healthcare providers, especially those working in the psychiatric setting, to not overlook an individual’s disclosure experience when treating an LGBT-identifying patient because this event may have significant weight on an individual’s psychiatric diagnosis and presentation.

Objectives: The purpose of this literature review is to examine …

Type 2 Diabetes Outcomes Resulting From Nurse Practitioner Utilization As A Primary Care Provider In Rural Communities, Chelsey Kamla

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Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus is one of the most prevalent, preventable metabolic disorders our nation faces today. 29.1 million Americans or 9.3% of the U.S. population is diagnosed with diabetes, and the incidence of diabetes is approximately 17% higher in rural populations. Because of this, the nurse practitioner (NP) role is being increasingly utilized to provide quality, affordable primary care to offset physician shortage in rural communities and improve diabetes outcomes.

Objectives: This research works to answer how utilization of the nurse practitioner as a primary care provider has affected the outcomes of type 2 diabetes diagnoses …

Complementary Art Interventions For Children Coping With Cancer: An Integrative Literature Review, Brenda Pacheco

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Background: Cancer can be a physically and emotionally damaging disease. While there are various conventional pediatric cancer treatments, complementary alternative medicine (CAM), specifically art interventions, may be helpful in the care of these patients.

Objective: The aims of this integrative review were; (1) determine if art interventions impact coping with cancer in a pediatric population, (2) determine if the duration of the art intervention influences the impact on coping.

Methods: Articles were found through the following databases: Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health (CINAHL), PubMed, PsycInfo, and ProQuest Nursing & Allied Health. Key search terms used included cancer, neoplasms, …

Interventions To Attenuate The Psychological Effects Of Trauma On Front Staff Nurses: An Integrated Review Of Literature, Sarah Tisser

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Exercise As An Intervention For Prevention Of Gestational Diabetes, Jocelyn Anderson

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No abstract provided.

Impacts Of Exercise On Functional Ability Of Recovering Gbs Patients: An Integrative Literature Review, Yasmin Sheriff

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This integrative literature review aimed to investigate the impacts exercise has on functional ability of GBS patients in recovery.

Factors That Influence Intrinsic Motivation On Program Completion For Rehabilitative Patients: An Integrative Review Of Literature, Zareen Khan, Akif Khan

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Abstract

Background: Rehabilitation is often focused on improving an individual’s physical or functional capabilities after a traumatic injury. However, successful rehabilitation adherence and program completion has shown to have attributes of intrinsic motivation. Intrinsic motivation, as defined by Deci and Ryan (1985), is a learned behavioral trait that is driven by an internal force and produces a rewarding outcome.

Objectives: The purpose of an integrative literature review was to determine which factors influence intrinsic motivation among patients enrolled in rehabilitation programs. Thus, advancing the knowledge of clinicians to explore and utilize its applications with their clients; ultimately aiding them to …

The Role Of Spirituality Among Schizophrenia Patients: An Integrated Literature Review, Sarah Bieber

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Abstract

Background: Over the past 30 years, the field of psychology has evolved to become more receptive towards spirituality as an influential concept in the recovery of many mental health illnesses. The role of spirituality as it relates to recovery for patients living with schizophrenia, however, has not been effectively explored. In order to induce a spiritual sense, one must have an ability to think and reflect abstractly; however, this requirement conflicts with the schizophrenic mind’s preference for concrete thinking. It is questionable whether patients with schizophrenia regard the role of spirituality as it relates to their recovery in the …

Food Addiction And The Effective Treatment Of Adult Food Addicts: An Integrative Review Of Literature, Sara Bourque

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Abstract

Background: In a survey conducted between the years of 2011 and 2014 it was suggested that 36% of adults in the U.S. were obese with over 40.2% being middle aged adults. Obesity is associated with a number of comorbid conditions including diabetes, heart attacks, and strokes. Due to this it is one of the major factors driving up our annual medical care costs. It is also one of the leading causes of death not only in the U.S. but worldwide. With one third of the adult population in the U.S. being obese food addiction may very well be a …

Mothers Working Nonstandard Schedules And The Influence On Their Children’S Behavior, Danielle Richardson

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Abstract

Purpose

The aim of this study is to determine if there is a relationship between mothers working nonstandard schedules and a negative impact on their children’s behavior.

Background

Nonstandard schedules are in demand among many professions due to the emerging 24/7 economy. With women accounting for nearly half of the U.S. labor force, more mothers are bound to be working nonstandard schedules. With these schedules, mothers are likely to miss important family routines with potential consequences to the children’s behavior.

Method

A thorough search was conducted using CINAHL Complete, PubMed, and ProQuest Nursing & Allied Health Source. Peer-reviewed studies …

Methods To Reduce Fall Risk, Christin Klineman

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Background: The reinforcement of patient, family, and staff education in addition to traditional fall risk interventions is critical to reduce the rates of falls in hospitalized patients.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review is to analyze whether or not performing initial falls risk assessments combined with patient and family education could potentially reduce the number of falls in hospitalized patients.

Method: An integrative literature review guided by Whittemore & Knafl was conducted using Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health (CINAHL) Complete, ProQuest, PubMed and Google Scholar. A search was conducted using these terms: hospital, falls, fall prevention, …

Role Of Education In Organ Donation: An Integrative Literature Review, Angelica Dickey

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Role of Education in Organ Donation An Integrative Literature Review

Angelica Dickey

Faculty Sponsor: Angel Butron, RN

Background: Currently in the United States alone, there are over 120,000 individuals waiting for a transplant and on average, 22 individuals will die each day waiting. The current need for organs significantly outweighs the number of organs donated and the education process can help this balance.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review was to measure the general knowledge of non-healthcare professionals on organ donation and how earlier education can help increase rates of donation.

Method: An integrative literature review was conducted …

The Availability & Efficacy Of Non-Pharmacological Interventions For Pain Management For Children With Sickle Cell Disease: A Systematic Review Of The Literature, Uchenna Onyema-Jones

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The Availability & Efficacy of Non-Pharmacological Interventions

For Pain Management for Children with Sickle Cell Disease:

A Systematic Review of the Literature

Uchenna N. Onyema-Jones

Faculty Sponsor: Tamara Poole, MS, APN, FNP-BC

Background: Pain is the leading cause of hospitalizations for many pediatric patients with sickle cell disease and unfortunately it is often sub-optimally managed by healthcare professionals with pharmacological interventions.

Objectives: The purpose of this systematic literature review was to examine the availability and efficacy of non-pharmacological interventions used to manage pain in pediatric patients with sickle cell disease.

Method: A systemic literature review was conducted using the databases …

The Role Of Implicit Bias On Racial/Ethnic Health Disparities And Its, Anna Kim

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Background: Health disparities are differences in wellness and disease that exist between populations. Health disparities based on race and ethnicity exist in the United States, and implicit bias on the part of the provider may play a part. Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review is to describe if implicit bias based on race/ethnicity is found among health care professionals and its impact on health outcomes. Methods: Original studies published after 2006 were found using the CINAHL Complete database. Those that measured implicit bias in health professionals and studied racial/ethnic disparities were included. Results: Six original studies were analyzed, …

Coping Strategies Associated With High Quality Of Life In People Diagnosed With Multiple Sclerosis: An Intagrative Literature Review, Alyssa Fitzhugh

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Background: People suffering from Multiple Sclerosis (MS) face many challenges including physical disability, financial strain, and cognitive changes. While the coping mechanisms used to address these stressors can greatly impact one’s quality of life, limited studies are conducted to understand positive coping strategies used by this population.

Objectives: The purpose of this integrative literature review was to examine the types of coping strategies that have a positive impact on quality of life in individuals diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.

Methods: An integrative literature review was conducted. The keywords “coping, coping strategies, quality of life, multiple sclerosis, and MS” were used to …

Effective Nursing Interventions For Patients With High Health Anxiety: An Integrative Literature Review, Christina Hetz

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Effective Nursing Interventions For Patients With High Health Anxiety: An Integrative Literature Review

Christina Hetz

Faculty Sponsor: Dr. Young-Me Lee, PhD, RN, Larry Maturin MSN, APN, ACNS-BC, CEN, CCRN

Background: Patients with high health anxiety over seek medical services, resulting unnecessary and possibly invasive tests, consultations, and medication. This behavior ultimately results in iatrogenesis and causes symptoms of high health anxiety to increase.

Aim: The purpose of this integrative literature review was to identify interventions to lessen symptoms of high health anxiety, and the healthcare providers most successful in providing these interventions.

Method: An integrative literature review was conducted using …

Early Life Antibiotic Exposure And Its Association With Overweight/Obesity: An Integrative Review Of The Literature, Margaret Pfaff

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Early Life Antibiotic Exposure and its Association with Overweight/Obesity: An Integrative Review of the Literature

Margaret Pfaff

Faculty Sponsor: Dr. Shannon Simonovich

Background: Prevention of or treatment for obesity could improve quality of life for many people. Infancy may be a critical period during which efforts should be focused to mitigate modifiable factors that may influence the risk for developing obesity.

Objectives: This integrative literature identified factors associated with greater incidence or effects of antibiotic exposure during infancy and examined the connection between early life antibiotic exposure and later in life overweight/obesity.

Method: This analysis followed the Whittemore and Knafl …

Outdoor Physical Activity And Mental Health, Justyna Helinska, Elizabeth Hartman

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Abstract

Background: According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (2013), about 25% of US adults have a mental illness. The economic demand that treatment for mental illness involves is extensive. Recent evidence suggests that the outdoor environment that consists of exercise may have an effect on mental health. Present review of literature is unclear how effective this intervention might be if incorporated into an inpatient psychiatric setting.

Objective: Examining the benefits of incorporating outdoor physical activity as an intervention to treat psychiatric disorders.

Method: The literature search for the research topic was found using the databases of: CINAHL …

Incidence Of Pediatric Melanoma, Brittany Bendoff

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Background: Over the last 40 years the number of new melanoma cases is not only increasing in adults, but also in children. The rate of pediatric melanoma in males and females ages 1 to 19 has increased by 2% per year since 1973. Risk factors for adult melanomas are well understood, whereas due to the rarity of pediatric melanomas, the risk factors have not been established

Objectives: The purpose of the integrative literature review is to discover if and why the incidence rates of pediatric melanoma are increasing This review will also explore the trends in pediatric melanoma and detection …

Perceptions Of Stress In Parents Of Preterm Infants In The Nicu, Karina Ortiz

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Background: The NICU plays an important role in extending the life of newborns that are in need of specialized pediatric diagnostic and therapeutic services, however, it can be an unfamiliar and stressful environment that can affect parents’ perceptions and mental health.

Objectives: The purpose of this literature review is to focus on parental perceptions of stress of premature infants as well as the negative effects on the psychological well-being of the parents.

Method: This study will examine the impact of perceptions of stress in parents of pre-term infants while in the NICU through an integrative literature review. Different combinations of …