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Mean Oxygen Saturation In Well Neonates At 4498 Feet, Laura Hess, Dr. Patricia Ravert Sep 2013

Mean Oxygen Saturation In Well Neonates At 4498 Feet, Laura Hess, Dr. Patricia Ravert

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Oxygen saturation is an important indicator of the overall health of a newborn, so important that it is considered a vital sign. The normal limit for oxygen saturation (SpO2) in babies born at lower altitudes is 90-100%. Anything less than 90% is considered a sign that the infant is not receiving enough oxygen. At this time, the mean oxygen saturation level of well neonates born at higher altitudes (above 4498 ft) is not known. Infants who have SpO2 measurements of less than 92% without symptoms of respiratory distress may be treated with oxygen and infants may even go home with …

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Description Of Low-Birth Weight Neonates Height, Weight, And Occipital Frontal Circumference Measurements In Utah, Alene Duersch Cutler, Dr. Debra Mills Sep 2013

Description Of Low-Birth Weight Neonates Height, Weight, And Occipital Frontal Circumference Measurements In Utah, Alene Duersch Cutler, Dr. Debra Mills

Journal of Undergraduate Research

In previous studies, it has been shown that some aspects of growth differ among children who are below considered normal birth weight when compared to children of average birth weight. It is noted that for healthcare providers to apply helpful interventions, more understanding of the actual definition of growth in premature infants needs to be gained. The better providers understand this growth, more appropriate interventions can be identified to help aid these children as they continue to grow and develop. Parents/guardians of severely premature infants can also be advised of possible growth deficits that may occur in the future and …

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Effectiveness Of Hospital Procedures For Insuring The Uninsured In The Salt Lake Area, Holly Barnett, Dr, Erin Maughan Sep 2013

Effectiveness Of Hospital Procedures For Insuring The Uninsured In The Salt Lake Area, Holly Barnett, Dr, Erin Maughan

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Utah currently offers several government-funded insurance programs to help insure its residents who would otherwise go without. Despite the implementation of these programs, 18.9% of adults and 10% of children live in Utah without medical insurance (MSNBC Interactive, Utah Department of Health). This group of uninsured adults and children are at greater risk for delayed care, resulting in an increased likelihood for advanced illness and, therefore, decreased health (Ayanian et al, 2000). For this reason, it is important to identify those Utah residents not covered under a medical insurance policy and connect them with the proper programs. The hospital is …

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Assessing Hand Washing Techniques Among Nurses In Ecuador, Cora Yoose, Dr. Ana Birkhead Sep 2013

Assessing Hand Washing Techniques Among Nurses In Ecuador, Cora Yoose, Dr. Ana Birkhead

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Healthcare-associated infection (HAI) is described as infection acquired in a hospital or healthcare setting. HAI is a problem in the health care setting that can be drastically curtailed by the implementation of proper hand hygiene practice. Increased cost of care for patients and the increased incidence of death are associated with HAI. Hand washing is the single most important measure to prevent transmission of infection. Indeed, hand hygiene is a very simple and cost effective way to prevent HAI.

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Understanding Factors That Influence Quality Of Life In Young Adults With Chronic Pain, Sarah Hocking, Dr. Jane Lassetter Sep 2013

Understanding Factors That Influence Quality Of Life In Young Adults With Chronic Pain, Sarah Hocking, Dr. Jane Lassetter

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Chronic pain is a prevalent condition among adults of all ages. It has been estimated that between a quarter and a third of older adults experience chronic pain (Donald & Foy, 2004). The chronic pain experience of older adults has been the subject of much research (Schofield, Ryan, & Clarke, 2006; Hopman-Rock, Kraaimaat, & Billsma, 1997). Less research exists on the chronic pain experience of young adults with chronic pain, although young adults represent a significant number of chronic pain sufferers.

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Perceptions Of Parents Raising A Child With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Megan Hallam, Dr. Barbara Mandleco Sep 2013

Perceptions Of Parents Raising A Child With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Megan Hallam, Dr. Barbara Mandleco

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The purpose of my study was to examine gender differences in mothers’ and fathers’ perceptions of raising a child with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. Set in the intermountain west, the study used a qualitative descriptive approach to analyze 13 parent interviews conducted over the telephone (7 mothers and 6 fathers), which were transcribed verbatim and analyzed for themes using appropriate qualitative methodology. I created a script for the questionnaire consisting of seven main questions with additional probe questions I could use to glean more information from the interviews. After I transcribed the interviews, I grouped the answers to each question …

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The Experiences Of Fathers Raising A Child Who Has A Disability, Michelle Groesbeck, Dr. Barbara Mandleco Sep 2013

The Experiences Of Fathers Raising A Child Who Has A Disability, Michelle Groesbeck, Dr. Barbara Mandleco

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The presence of a child with a chronic disability is often considered a major stressor, imposing profound effects on families. Currently, between 5-31% of children in the United States are afflicted with chronic disability; a trend that is deeply impacting families and society as expanding technology increases life expectancy for these children1. A number of studies have focused on families raising a child with a disability, but minimal information has been obtained about fathers and their experiences. The purpose of this project was to gain information about challenges and concerns fathers have along with resources they have utilized in raising …

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Perceptions Of Childbirth Among The Women Of Geelong, Australia, Thacker Shelley, Dr. Lynn Callister Sep 2013

Perceptions Of Childbirth Among The Women Of Geelong, Australia, Thacker Shelley, Dr. Lynn Callister

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Previous research on labor and birth in Australia has focused on mortality rates in hospitals and birthing centers. Gathering qualitative research is important to improve nurses’ culturally based care towards childbearing women. I knew of Dr. Callister’s similar research in various countries. I was in the process of applying to study in Australia with the college of nursing, and she expressed that neither she nor any students had previously conducted this research in Australia. I then made preparations to find women who would be willing to interview while I was studying there for one month.

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Writing Apprehension And The Impact On Learning In Undergraduate Nursing Students, Alicia Anderson, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister Sep 2013

Writing Apprehension And The Impact On Learning In Undergraduate Nursing Students, Alicia Anderson, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Nursing requires critical thinking to provide effective patient care. “The production of clear, accurate, and relevant writing is an essential competency in nursing.” Undergraduate nursing students learn to enhance their writing skills in a nursing research/advanced writing course taken during the program. Those students who do not enjoy writing most likely struggle with writing papers and often do not learn anything from the subject material or gain any critical thinking skills from writing in general. It is hoped through this course, students may gain a greater understanding and appreciation of writing to write effectively without apprehensions.

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Perceptions Of Childbirth Among Women In The Ashanti Region Of Ghana, Stephen Wilkinson, Dr. Lynn Callister Sep 2013

Perceptions Of Childbirth Among Women In The Ashanti Region Of Ghana, Stephen Wilkinson, Dr. Lynn Callister

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The topic of my research evolved out of a desire to do a field study in Ghana through Brigham Young University’s Kennedy Center for International Studies. As I researched health care issues in the Ashanti Region, I discovered that many of the medical challenges that people in West Africa face are related to perinatal care. I was aware of Dr. Callister’s research on cultural aspects of childbirth and when I approached her about this project, she readily agreed to be my mentor, expressing her belief that this research could make a unique contribution to the growing literature regarding culturally competent …

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Support Of Laboring Mothers In Argentina, Melissa Pickett, Dr. Lynn C. Callister Sep 2013

Support Of Laboring Mothers In Argentina, Melissa Pickett, Dr. Lynn C. Callister

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The College of Nursing expects students to provide care for patients globally in other cultures as well as patients in our own country. Learning how to meet the mothers’ needs from Argentina will inform health care professionals how to provide the best care to mothers whose newborns are in the NICU. The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study was to gain understanding of the experiences of Argentine mothers who gave birth to newborns who were receiving care in the neonatal intensive care unit.

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Perceptions Of Public Health Nurses In Taiwan, Meagan Astill, Dr. Erin Maughan Sep 2013

Perceptions Of Public Health Nurses In Taiwan, Meagan Astill, Dr. Erin Maughan

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The importance of health promotion and disease prevention, primary focuses for public health nurses, has been a source of debate between medical professionals, many of whom focus only on the biomedical aspects of health care rather than ‘holistic’ care (Mino, 2005). The public health nurse is at the center of this age old argument for directing efforts toward preventative care versus curative care (Brock, 1976), serving as a primary educator and encourager in patients’ lives to help them implement preventative care practices. While the public health nurse addresses the immediate needs of the individuals, the basic principles of public health …

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What Critical Resources Do Hispanic Women Of Childbearing Age In Utah Need To Promote Adequate Health Care Practices?, Teresa Paredes, Dr. Ana Birkhead Sep 2013

What Critical Resources Do Hispanic Women Of Childbearing Age In Utah Need To Promote Adequate Health Care Practices?, Teresa Paredes, Dr. Ana Birkhead

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The health care practices of Hispanic childbearing age women in Utah affect the overall health care system in Utah. We believe immigrant Hispanic women lack resources (i.e. education, cultural, transportation) to take care of their health and their families. My mentor and I believe the lack of these resources influence Hispanic women’s health status and access to adequate health care. It is crucial for immigrant Hispanic women in Utah to obtain culturally sensitive resources in their communities that will help them learn how to care for their own health and the well-being of their families.

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Retention Of Emergency Care Knowledge Among Nursing Students, Alanna R. Rowley, Dr. Sheri P. Palmer Sep 2013

Retention Of Emergency Care Knowledge Among Nursing Students, Alanna R. Rowley, Dr. Sheri P. Palmer

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Much focus has been placed on studying cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) retention among nurses, but little has been done to understand the retention of emergency care/first-aid knowledge among undergraduate nursing students. Even though nursing students are educated in basic emergency care and first-aid throughout school, it “does not guarantee that [they] will be competent when faced with an emergency” (Berckes, 1984). The Berckes study (1984) shows that after only three months there was a three percent decrease in emergency care knowledge/first-aid retention. This finding was statistically significant but not drastic. Since recertification requirements range from one to two years, it was …

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Developing An Instrument To Measure Vaccine Hesitancy, Neil Peterson, Dr. Beth Luthy Sep 2013

Developing An Instrument To Measure Vaccine Hesitancy, Neil Peterson, Dr. Beth Luthy

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The purpose of this project was to develop an instrument to accurately measure vaccine hesitancy in parents of school-aged children. Utah consistently ranks below the national immunization rate average in numerous vaccine categories1. Immunization exemptions in Utah more than doubled between 1997 and 20042. To address vaccine hesitancy, an instrument must be developed to gauge why parents are reluctant to maintain the immunization schedule. The development of this instrument will then be used to understand vaccine hesitancy and steps can be taken to address this growing problem.

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Developmental Therapies For Preterm Infants In The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit In Argentina, Kathryn Millar, Catherine Coverston Sep 2013

Developmental Therapies For Preterm Infants In The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit In Argentina, Kathryn Millar, Catherine Coverston

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The development of immature physiologic systems in preterm infants is compromised as they experience the environment of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Without interventions to recreate an intrauterine environment, the infant experiences delayed development and morbidities including hearing loss, retinopathy, decreased neurodevelopment, and impaired motor function.

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Predictors Of Cooperative And Externalizing Behaviors In Siblings Of Children With Disabilities, Christine Rae Platt Sep 2013

Predictors Of Cooperative And Externalizing Behaviors In Siblings Of Children With Disabilities, Christine Rae Platt

Theses and Dissertations

Objective: To examine whether caregiver burden, parenting style, and sibling relationships in families raising a child with a disability (CWD) predict cooperative and externalizing behaviors in typically-developing sibling (TDS). Methods: This correlational study included 189 families raising both a CWD and a TDS. Mothers and fathers completed self-report questionnaires on caregiver burden, sibling relationships, parenting style, and TDS cooperative and externalizing behaviors. Results: Authoritative parenting was positively associated with cooperative behaviors, whereas authoritarian parenting was positively associated with externalizing behaviors. Hierarchical regression revealed caregiver burden was a significant predictor of cooperative and externalizing behaviors; however, when parenting style was added …

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Experiences Of Children Who Have A Sibling With Autism, Brianna Smith, Dr. Barbara Mandleco Sep 2013

Experiences Of Children Who Have A Sibling With Autism, Brianna Smith, Dr. Barbara Mandleco

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study was to identify the experiences of siblings between 8 and 18 years old of children with autism (CWA). Identification of these experiences can provide an insight into aiding families and siblings with interventions and support groups. By helping family members cope with the situation of raising a CWA, the quality of life of the child increases (Burgess, Gutstein, & Montfort, 2007)1, as do experiences of siblings.

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Definitions Of Good Health Among Native Hawaiians In Las Vegas, Amanda Stromberg, Dr. Jane Lassetter Sep 2013

Definitions Of Good Health Among Native Hawaiians In Las Vegas, Amanda Stromberg, Dr. Jane Lassetter

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The world in which we now live is a global community where people of many origins and their respective cultures cross paths on a daily basis. We are a mobile society in many respects, including geographically, as people are no longer bound to their native lands and now migrate further from home, with more ease, than ever before. Though health concerns have always accompanied migrants, attitudes have shifted as research has uncovered both the positive and negative impacts of migration on the health and well-being of migrants (Hull, 1979).

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Global Health And Nursing, Heather Trane, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister Sep 2013

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.

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Analysis Of Relationships Between Siblings And Children With Disabilities, Cassandra Perry, Dr. Barbara Mandleco Sep 2013

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.

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Becoming Mothers And Fathers: The Perspectives Of New Parents, Tawny Thomas, Dr. Lynn Clark Callister Sep 2013

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 …

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Memory Training For Older Adults With Mild Cognitive Impairment, Charlotte A. Allsop, Dr. Barbara Heise Sep 2013

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.

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The Lived Experience Of Single Parents Raising Children With Disabilities: A Pilot Study, Janel Marx, Dr. Barbara Mandleco Sep 2013

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).

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Simulation In Nursing Education To Stimulate Critical Thinking, Katrina Duncan, Dr. Patricia Ravert Sep 2013

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 …

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The Effects Of Spoken And Written Words On The Fermentation And Decomposition Process Of Rice, Janae Devika, Dr. Glenda Christiaens Sep 2013

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.

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Giving Birth: Australian Women’S Voices, Melody Kuhre, Dr. Lynn Callister Sep 2013

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?

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Knowledge And Attitudes Regarding Sids In A Brazilian Population, Tania Maria Albuquerque De Oliveira, Catherine Coverston Sep 2013

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 …

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Parents’ Perceptions Of Pediatric Diabetes Management Clinic Practices Using The American Academy Of Pediatrics Guidelines, Lisa Smith, Dr. Barbara Mandleco Sep 2013

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 …

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Chhs October 2013 E-Newsletter, Dr. John Bonaguro, Dean, Vashon S. Wells, Editor, Wku College Of Health & Human Services Sep 2013

Chhs October 2013 E-Newsletter, Dr. John Bonaguro, Dean, Vashon S. Wells, Editor, Wku College Of Health & Human Services

College of Health & Human Services Publications

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