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Exploring Barriers To Effective Covid-19 Risk Mitigation, Recovery, And Chronic Disease Self-Management: A Qualitative Multilevel Perspective, Gayenell S. Magwood Phd, Rn, Faha, Faan, Charles Ellis Jr, Chanita Hughes Halbert, Ebony Allen Toussaint, Jewel Scott Phd, Rn, Fnp-C, Lynne S. Nemeth

Faculty Publications

Introduction: Many research activities have focused on SARS-CoV-2 infection and subsequent COVID-19 respiratory illness during the pandemic. However, significant racial inequities emerged months after the COVID-19 pandemic began. The similarity between racial/ ethnic disparities in COVID-19 and those for other diseases raised awareness about the context for risk exposure and healthcare access. The purpose of this study is to examine social and structural determinants of health among COVID-19 survivors, carepartners, and the perspectives of healthcare stakeholders who experienced disruption during the early pandemic.
Material and methods: A purposive sample of interviews (n=9) and focus groups (n=10) were used to collect …

Effectiveness Of Simulation In The Education Of Rns Transitioning Into The Operating Room, Cortney Ann Lupo

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

RNs who are new to the operating room (OR) must gain confidence and clinical reasoning skills to care for individuals undergoing surgery. Training in the OR is stressful but using simulation for training RNs new to the OR may improve clinical reasoning and confidence. The purposes of this two group, repeated measures study, guided by National League of Nursing/ Jefferies simulation theory and Benner’s novice to expert theory, were to determine if there was a difference in (a) clinical reasoning levels of RNs new to the OR who received simulation compared to clinical reasoning levels of RNs new to the …

We All Fall Down - Fall Prevention On An Inpatient Pediatric Unit, Jennifer Watt

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

Using Storybooks With Images To Improve Diagnosis Understanding And Decrease Anxiety Among Patients And Parents, Jennifer Brown

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

Training Nurses To Practice Within A Wellness Model - A Rn’S Role In Using Social Determinants Of Health To Improve Patient Outcomes, Brittney Saldierna

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

Remain Calm - Decreasing Perceived Stress Levels Through Implementation Of A Quiet Room, Chelsea Reynolds

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

Reduce Unplanned Extubations In Seven Questions Or Less, Leslie Huntington

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

Preventing Patient Deterioration And Increasing Family Satisfaction By Creating A Reassessment And Escalation Process For The Emergency Department Waiting Room, Virginia Elizondo

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

Blood Transfusion Factors That Affect The Outcomes Of Patients Who Experienced Trauma-Related Hemorrhage, Justin Lee Miller

All ETDs from UAB

Trauma is a leading cause of death in the United States and in the world. It is the leading cause of death of Americans between the ages of one to 45 years old and is expected to increase due to increase over the next ten years. Most trauma deaths are attributed to hemorrhage and are considered preventable. The current standard of care for trauma-related hemorrhage (TRH) is damage control resuscitation using either whole blood (WB) or blood components (BC) in a ratio of 1 unit of red blood cells to 1 unit of plasma to 1 unit of platelets. The …

Nurse Educators’ Experiences In Implementing Concept-Based Teaching, Ma Camlaria Felismino

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The National League for Nursing called for implementing innovative teaching strategies in nursing education. Concept-based teaching (CBT) is a method that encourages learners to interpret, analyze, and integrate knowledge. Despite reports that CBT improves student outcomes and enhances critical thinking, the adoption of CBT is slow. This qualitative descriptive study, guided by Rogers’s diffusion of innovations theory, explored how nurse educators have experienced implementing CBT. Secondary data were analyzed from interviews conducted with 13 participants. Using constant comparative analysis, seven key themes emerged and were linked to the successful adoption and implementation of CBT: communication, learning from established programs, curriculum …

Ironing Out The Details - Early Detection And Treatment Of Iron Deficiency In A Level 4 Nicu, Rachel Mills

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

Implementation Of A Standardized Pre- Procedure Pain Management Agents, Dhanu N. Bhandari

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

Awareness Of Undergraduate Nursing Students Regarding Psoriasis Disease At The British University In Egypt, Mahmoud Aaa Elfeky

Nursing

Abstract Background: Psoriasis represents one of the most common autoimmune skin diseases worldwide, causes high burden and impacts on patients' quality of life. Aim of the study: To assess awareness of undergraduate nursing students regarding psoriasis disease at the British University in Egypt. Research design: A descriptive design was utilized in this study. Setting: The study was conducted at faculty of nursing- the British University in Egypt. Sample: A convenience sample of 520 nursing students from different study years. Tools: A structured questionnaire includes 3 main parts: Demographic characteristics, nursing students' knowledge, and nursing students' attitude toward psoriasis disease. Results: …

Challenges And Barriers Faced By Healthcare Workers In Implementing Strategies To Reduce Teenage Pregnancy In Iligan City, Elise Janella A. Denila, Jydel Anne P. Dalangin, Wynne Nicole P. Englatiera, Dave William E. Almonia, Ian C. Abordo, Donna Belle P. Sumugat Rn, Man, Raymond M. Salvador

Pacific Journal of Health

Aims: To investigate nursing strategies and their perceived barriers in reducing teenage pregnancy among barangays in Iligan City with high incidence of teenage pregnancy.

Study Design: This study uses qualitative, exploratory research design. This design is ideal for delving into complex issues and understanding phenomena in their real-world context.

Place and Duration of the Study: Iligan City Philippines, between September 2023 and May 2024

Methods: This study includes 6 healthcare workers experienced in handling teenage pregnancy and 25 teenagers who have experienced it. Participants were selected using purposive sampling to ensure they had relevant experiences. Data was collected through face-to-face, …

Identify Best Preceptor Strategies For New Graduate Pediatric Float Pool Nurses With Learning Disabilities, Janna Berg

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

From Hospital To Home - Health Literacy Champions Empowering Caregivers Of Medically Complex Children, Sarah Clark

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

Assessing Nurse Educators' Competencies For Adopting Blended Learning In The Skills Labs In Uganda's Public Nursing Schools, Eva Kakonge Nampiima, Mathias M Bwanika Ulumba, Musisi Badru, Grace Nakate

School of Nursing & Midwifery, East Africa

Blended learning has become an integral part of nursing education, offering a blend of online and face-to-face instruction that enhances learning experiences, particularly within skills labs. However, the effectiveness of blended learning largely depends on the competencies of nurse educators in utilizing digital tools and methodologies. This study assessed the competencies of nurse educators in Uganda's public nursing schools concerning blended learning adoption. Data was collected from 40 randomly selected nursing educators in 4 public nursing schools in Uganda. The findings indicate significant inadequacies: only 25% are proficient with Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Moodle, 20% can effectively use platforms …

Fall Prevention Strategies In A Pediatric Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, Bailey Cochrum

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

Staff Education Program To Enhance Patient Handover Communication, Olufemi Olawale

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Patient handover communication is the process that occurs when nurses transfer responsibility for patient care and give status reports to nurses who are assuming care of the patient. The practice problem at the project site was the gap in quality, accuracy, and completeness of information that was shared during the handover process. The purpose of this project was to develop, implement, and evaluate a staff education program on effective communication handover between nurses and care providers. The practice-focused question for this project was: Will a staff education project increase nurses’ and clinicians’ knowledge and competency with using the situation, background, …

Estimation Of The Immunological Markers (Ctla4 And Vegf) Of The Adjuvant Ovarian Cancer In Iraqi Women Patients, Yasir Naeem Khlaif, Mayada Noori Iqbal, Hind Jaber Hassoon

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

Background: The most frequent cause of death for females with gynecological cancer diagnoses is ovarian cancer (OC). Furthermore, generally speaking, it ranks as the 5^th most frequent cause of death for females. The majority of cases had advanced diagnoses, which worsens the disease's prognosis. Objectives: The aims of the study is to Estimate the immunological markers “cytotoxic T lymphocyte associated antigen 4” (CTLA4) and “Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor” (VEGF) in Adjuvant women (OC). Materials and methods: 90 Adjuvant women OC were included in this study (30 of them were taking (1-6) dose of biotherapy Bevacizumab (Avastin) Group 1 (G1), …