Maternal and Pediatric Department, College of Nursing, University of Hail, Hail City 2240, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Belmont University
University of Massachusetts Amherst
The University of San Francisco
University of Texas at Tyler
Pittsburg State University
University of Central Florida
University of Missouri, St. Louis
Center for Human Dignity, United Against Sexual Exploitation
Evaluating Implementation Of Diabetes Screening In Family Practice,
2023
Otterbein University
Evaluating Implementation Of Diabetes Screening In Family Practice, Makilah Furlan
Masters Theses/Capstone Projects
Poster presentation on implementing diabetes screening in family medicine practice.
Personal Health Questionnaire-9 And Interventions In Adults,
2023
Otterbein University
Personal Health Questionnaire-9 And Interventions In Adults, Grace Alford
Masters Theses/Capstone Projects
This is an evaluation of the PHQ-9 depression screening and interventions in adults within an urban setting.
Prevention Of Obesity-Related Morbidity & Mortality In Adults,
2023
Otterbein University
Prevention Of Obesity-Related Morbidity & Mortality In Adults, Rachelle Virgin
Masters Theses/Capstone Projects
Poster presentation on the prevention of obesity related morbidity and mortality in adults.
The Utilization Of Depression Screening Tools In Patients With Diabetes Type 2,
2023
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
The Utilization Of Depression Screening Tools In Patients With Diabetes Type 2, Hanna Book, Kennedy Eldridge, Margaret Harvey Phd, Aprn, Acnp-Bc, Chfn, Artangela Henry Dnp, Agacnp-Bc, Fnp-C, Laura Reed Dnp, Fnp-Bc
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Purpose/Background
Diabetes and depression are highly prevalent and concerning conditions impacting millions worldwide. Evidence-based guidelines recommend regular depression screening of individuals with type II diabetes (DM2) to appropriately diagnose and treat depression and proactively enhance clinical outcomes. The gold standard for determining depression in patients with chronic disease is the diagnostic clinical interview; however, many clinicians have turned to brief, self-reported screening tools such as the PHQ-2 and the PHQ-9 whose use are recommended by evidence-based guidelines. This study aims to assess the utilization of the PHQ-2 and PHQ-9 versus no screening on DM2 patients in a primary care setting. …
Effects Of Same Sex Parenting,
2023
Lincoln Memorial University
Effects Of Same Sex Parenting, Erin Hermann
Epsilon Sigma at-Large Research Conference
Ensuring the safety and welfare of children has a lasting effect on society. As we progress to a more inclusive concept of what constitutes a family, the effect of same sex parenting (SSP) must be considered.
Health related outcomes describing the advantages, disadvantages and unique challenges experienced by this population is surprisingly robust.
Barriers To Screening For Diabetic Retinopathy: A Scoping Review,
2023
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Barriers To Screening For Diabetic Retinopathy: A Scoping Review, Amy Cooper Rn, Bsn, Lajerica Bates Rn, Bsn, Julie Bridges Rn, Bsn, Laura Reed Dnp, Fnp-Bc
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Purpose/Background
More than 34 million people in the United States have diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a major complication of diabetes and a leading cause of vision loss. Risk factors for diabetic retinopathy include Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, hypertension, smoking, and being African American or Hispanic/Latino. This scoping review seeks to analyze the current research on ways to increase vision screenings, thus reducing cases of diabetic retinopathy in adults.
Methods
Between September 2020 and November 2021, a search was conducted using PubMed, EBSCOhost, Medline, and CINAHL to identify articles using keywords such as diabetic retinopathy and ophthalmology. This …
Hepatitis C Virus Screening Strategies To Improve Early Identification And Treatment: A Scoping Review,
2023
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Hepatitis C Virus Screening Strategies To Improve Early Identification And Treatment: A Scoping Review, Megan Elizabeth Lyons, Rn, Bsn, Ccrn, Thomas Tyler Bennett, Rn, Bsn, Ccrn, Felicia Ann Gray-Hamilton, Rn, Bsn, Margaret Harvey Phd, Aprn, Acnp-Bc, Chfn
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Purpose/Background
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is the most common bloodborne infection in the United States (Ludden et al., 2022). Sadly, over half of the individuals living with chronic HCV are unaware of their condition (Halket et al., 2022). Due to rising numbers, HCV screening guidelines have been updated to recommend that every adult be screened at least once (Patel et al, 2021). Despite these guidelines, screening rates remain low. This scoping review aims to examine current research on HCV screening and strategies to improve early diagnosis and treatment.
Methods
This review began with a literature search using CINAHL and PubMed …
Formal Unit-Based Shared Governance To Improve Nurse Engagement,
2023
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Formal Unit-Based Shared Governance To Improve Nurse Engagement, Tracey A Larsen
Student Scholarly Projects
Practice Problem: Nurse engagement is a key driver of nurse satisfaction and nursing retention. Shared governance is an evidence-based practice proven to increase nurse engagement through shared decision-making and results in higher work satisfaction.
PICOT: The PICOT question that guided this project was (P) in an ambulatory nursing clinic (I) what is the effect of a shared governance unit-based committee (C) compared to current practice (O) on nurse engagement (T) over 10 weeks?
Evidence: An exhaustive literature search resulted in 61 peer-reviewed articles. Eleven studies were included after filtering for duplicates and keywords and evaluating for strength and quality …
Hypertension,
2023
Otterbein University
Hypertension, Bethany Stemen
Masters Theses/Capstone Projects
Hypertension is dangerous and known as the silent killer. It can be managed with proper healthy life choices.
Child Abuse From A Nursing Perspective: Assessment And Implications,
2023
Liberty University
Child Abuse From A Nursing Perspective: Assessment And Implications, Ashtyn Spring
Senior Honors Theses
Nurses experience the relationship dynamics between pediatric patients and their families firsthand. Being informed by the goals of holistic care, nurses should be assessing for unhealthy dynamics among pediatric patients and their caregivers so they can respond appropriately when a potential for abuse is present. Healthcare workers have the duty to provide safety and healing to their patients. Through the unique contact nurses have with patients, their training for accurate assessment skills, and their responsibility as healthcare workers, nurses are placed with the opportunity to help children out of abusive situations. Prompt identification of the potential for abuse can prevent …
Burnout In Medical Assistants In The Primary Care: Can Mindfulness Be A Solution,
2023
Abilene Christian University
Burnout In Medical Assistants In The Primary Care: Can Mindfulness Be A Solution, Natalee Calais
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Burnout is described as feelings associated with emotional exhaustion, depersonalization of patients, and a loss of sense of personal accomplishment and it is unique to healthcare workers. Current research highlights this condition among physicians, nurses, and mid-level providers; however, insufficient research exists regarding the effects of burnout on medical assistants. Research led to mindfulness as a possible solution defined as an intentional regulation of attention and awareness of the present moment. This project sought to see if mindfulness practices could be utilized to mitigate the effects of burnout in medical assistants. It was hypothesized that mindfulness could be a solution. …
Integrating Palliative Care In A Family Nurse Practitioner Curricula - Post Survey Data,
2023
University of South Alabama
Integrating Palliative Care In A Family Nurse Practitioner Curricula - Post Survey Data, Betty Lang, Susan Montgomery, Ellen P. Moore, Amanda Townsend
MSN Project Data
There is a growing need to integrate Palliative Care in Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) curricula. Due to increasing costs in an already overstretched healthcare system, a large portion of primary care is delivered by FNPs, often to older or sicker patients. Therefore, it is imperative that FNPs receive formal educational and professional preparation regarding palliative care resources. One of the Core concepts presented by The American Association of Colleges of Nursing's Essentials: Core Concepts for Professional Nursing Education (2021) is palliative care, as are hospice and supportive care. Graduate Competencies and Recommendations for Educating nursing Students (G-CARES) further describe advanced-level …
Relationships Among Health Promotion Behaviors, Patient Engagement, And The Nurse Practitioner-Patient Partnership,
2023
Seton Hall University
Relationships Among Health Promotion Behaviors, Patient Engagement, And The Nurse Practitioner-Patient Partnership, Irene Decelie
Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)
Individuals adopting health promotion behaviors benefit from improved health and reduced risk of chronic diseases. Trends in health care include promoting patient engagement and the development of a partnership between clinicians and patients to improve health and
health outcomes. The purpose of this descriptive, correlational study was to examine the relationships between patient engagement, the nurse practitioner-patient partnership and health promotion behaviors among adults in the primary care setting. Pender’s health promotion model and the recently created interactive care model provided the theoretical framework for this study.
Convenience sampling was used to recruit 85 participants from a nurse practitioner primary …
Home Visitation To Prevent And Reduce Postpartum Depression,
2023
Northern Kentucky University
Home Visitation To Prevent And Reduce Postpartum Depression, Anna Bauer, Madison Polley, Laura Boesken Dnp, Msn, Rn
Posters-at-the-Capitol
Postpartum depression (PPD) occurs in 13-19% of women worldwide, and is a stigmatized medical condition affecting maternal and infantile long term outcomes. The purpose of this evidence-based practice project was to determine if women at high risk for PPD are affected by home visitation programs from discharge up to three years postpartum. CINHAL Ultimate, Google Scholar, and Medline databases were used. Current evidence supports the use of home-visitation programs for postpartum women to decrease the prevalence and the symptoms of PPD by allowing nurses access into homes to provide early intervention for PPD. In addition to providing care for prevention …
Exploring The Effects Of Different Types Of Diets On Preventing And Managing Diabetes Mellitus Type 2,
2023
Dominican University of California
Exploring The Effects Of Different Types Of Diets On Preventing And Managing Diabetes Mellitus Type 2, Ma. Patricia Diorel Peig
Nursing | Senior Theses
Diabetes is a major health problem that is becoming an epidemic in major countries of the world. Diabetes can affect people of all ages and of all races. However, there is a higher risk of developing diabetes for certain groups of people. As of today, there is still no cure for diabetes. The treatment plan for patients diagnosed with diabetes is to control the level of blood glucose through different interventions. The progression of diabetes is influenced by food behaviors, and diet control is an important aspect of management of this disease. There are different types of diet recommended that …
Using Family Focused-Care Solutions To Improve Child’S Quality Of Life,
2023
Dominican University of California
Using Family Focused-Care Solutions To Improve Child’S Quality Of Life, Joshua M. Del Sol
Nursing | Senior Theses
Chronic illness in children impacts not only themselves but their families too. Everyone in the family supports each other and provides each other with pretty much all our physiological needs including our emotional needs. Parents/caregivers are the role models for their young children and really shape the person they become because basic values and their early relationships are formed. A family provides that consistent balance in our life that is the center of our life at a young age. When children are diagnosed with a chronic illness, parents may feel responsible, ashamed, guilty, or angry. Families may turn on each …
The Effects Of Screen Time On Children,
2023
Dominican University of California
The Effects Of Screen Time On Children, Jacqueline Valdepenas
Nursing | Senior Theses
With the development of technology continuing to grow at a fast-paced pace in society, children are now becoming exposed to such technology at a younger age. The introduction of smartphones and tablets, which is defined as screen time in this paper, are being introduced to children as young as 6 months of age. Instead of children playing with toys recommended for their age, they use screen time for their play needs and entertainment. Some parents use screen time as a distraction and/or relief for their own needs when the child is upset or they’re unable to tend to the child. …
Implementation Of Point-Of-Care Tick-Borne Disease Powerplan™ And Algorithm For Early Detection And Treatment Of Tick-Borne Diseases,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Implementation Of Point-Of-Care Tick-Borne Disease Powerplan™ And Algorithm For Early Detection And Treatment Of Tick-Borne Diseases, Ashley Pinkham
DNP Scholarly Projects
Abstract
Local Problem: The Concord Hospital system, serving 30+ communities, is situated in the heart of New Hampshire surrounded by densely wooded forests, lakes, and mountains and is a mecca for camping, vacationing, and sightseeing, doubling its population of 1.6 million residents during spring, summer, and fall months. Despite the serenity, there is a predator that lingers among the hiking trails and lake shorelines. From January 2021 through August 2022 there were a total of 41 hospitalizations from tick-borne diseases, some with life threatening symptoms. Unfortunately, nearly half (43%) of patients presented to their primary care provider first where the …
The Impact Of A Blood Pressure Reduction Program In Optimizing Control Of Hypertension Amongst Adult Females In An Outpatient Ambulatory Clinic,
2023
University of Kentucky
The Impact Of A Blood Pressure Reduction Program In Optimizing Control Of Hypertension Amongst Adult Females In An Outpatient Ambulatory Clinic, Brooke Englert
DNP Projects
Background: Hypertension (HTN) is a public health problem that, when well-controlled, can significantly reduce the risk of stroke, coronary heart disease, heart failure and death. Effective patient-provider communication strongly incentivizes an improvement in medical outcomes. Communication with patients can often be effectively delegated to other clinical staff, such as registered nurses (RNs) or clinical service technicians (CSTs) (Tavakoly Sany, Behzhad, Ferns & Peyman, 2020).
Purpose: Given the increased risk of all-cause and cardiovascular disease mortality of uncontrolled HTN, the purpose of this study was to implement and evaluate a standardized, evidence-based practice intervention via communication between APRN providers and patients …
Evaluating Kentucky Advanced Practice Registered Nurses’ Confidence, Comfort, And Knowledge Levels Regarding Dermatology Care After A Web-Based Video Training,
2023
University of Kentucky
Evaluating Kentucky Advanced Practice Registered Nurses’ Confidence, Comfort, And Knowledge Levels Regarding Dermatology Care After A Web-Based Video Training, Victoria Hayden
DNP Projects
Background: It can take an average of 38.9 days to see dermatology from referral to initial appointment. As a result, delays in diagnosis and treatment of life-threatening conditions such as malignant melanoma could occur. Primary care providers frequently refer patients for benign conditions that can be appropriately managed in the primary care setting; often due to lack of knowledge or confidence in their clinical management skills. Educational resources equip providers with the knowledge and tools to feel confident in their management of various skin conditions in a primary care setting. Purpose: The purpose of this project was to …
