Browsing by Sigma Chapters "Iota Sigma"
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Exploring higher rates of breastfeeding among civilian military wives: A mixed methods study
Background: As compared to the U.S. general postpartum population, civilian military wives (CMWs) encounter unique challenges that can impede their ability to breastfeed, including geographic replacement and physical and ... -
Faculty perceptions of simulation in the early entry master's program
(2012-9-12)Purpose: The purposes of this study were to identify faculty perceptions of simulation and to measure changes in specific student behaviors after simulation. Background and significance: Simulation use has increased in ... -
A faith-based concept analysis for nursing education
(2014-11-17)Session presented on Sunday, July 27, 2014: Background/Purpose: Doctoral students who are also teaching at secular and faith-based institutions conducted a teaching/research project to integrate faith-based concepts related ... -
HALO: Health and Liver Optimization, partners in care
(2016-07-13)Session presented on Sunday, July 24, 2016: Purpose: The purpose of the presentation is to disseminate knowledge and effectiveness of a unique model of patient care in chronic disease management. The Health and Liver ... -
Impact of food distribution sites in rural neighborhoods at risk for food insecurity in San Bernardino County
Problem and significance. Food security is an important element in the lifespan of individuals, and access to healthy food is important to the quality of life in communities. The significance of food insecurity is reflective ... -
Importance of palliative care in end-stage liver disease: A rising global issue
(2017-07-28)The disease and management of end stage liver disease is a complex issue requiring a multi-disciplinary team approach. Often these individuals seek care from a variety of providers with resulting fragmentation and variable ... -
Improving medication safety through medication reconciliation in amulatory care
Background/Significance. Medication reconciliation (MR) is recognized as an effective strategy to prevent harm from medications and yet it has not been consistently performed in the ambulatory care setting. Inaccuracies ... -
An innovative interdisciplinary response to CVC-related complications in TPN-dependent pediatric patients: A comprehensive educational initiative
(2017-06-06)Central line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) are a significant cause of morbidity in medically complex pediatric patients who rely on central venous access for life-saving medications and nutrition. The financial ... -
Managing migration of human resources for health: The Philippine perspective
(2014-11-17)Session presented on Saturday, July 26, 2014: Purpose: While there are varied perspectives on the ethics concerning migration, health professionals continue to pursue opportunities with significant ramifications on both ... -
Mentorship program to improve nursing knowledge on prevention of hospital-acquired pressure injuries
Problem: In the United States, hospital acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) is one persistent patient safety problems with an increasing incidence rate resulting in patient harm and patient deaths. Pressure injuries can ... -
Meta-analyses of epigenetic factors in the prevention of congenital heart defects: MTHFR C677T human gene variations across generations from parents to children
(2016-03-21)Session presented on Monday, November 9, 2015 and Tuesday, November 10, 2015: The purpose of this study is to disseminate current evidence on Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) gene mutations in children and their ... -
Meta-analyses of epigenetics risk factors for cardiovascular health: APOA5 human gene variations across different race-ethnicity groups
(2014-11-17)Session presented on Monday, July 28, 2014: Purpose: The purpose of this presentation is to disseminate current evidence on population genome health, through the meta-analyses of epigenetic risk factors, for cardiovascular ... -
Meta-analyses of epigenetics risk factors for heart disease prevention: NOS3 human gene variations across different race-ethnicity groups
(2014-11-17)Session presented on Monday, July 28, 2014: Purpose: The purpose of this presentation is to disseminate current evidence on population genome health, through meta-analyses of epigenetic risk factors, for heart disease ... -
Meta-analyses of human genome studies: Epigenetic risk factors and population health issues in the world
(2014-11-17)Session presented on Monday, July 28, 2014: Purpose: The purpose of this symposium is to disseminate current evidence on population genome health, through the meta-analyses of epigenetic risk factors, for population health. ... -
Nurse and patient spiritual care perspectives compared: A cross-national collaboration
Findings from a two-phased mixed-method 2014 study done in Norway on nurse and patient perspectives about spiritual care were compared for commonalities and differences. Nurses and patients have similar comfort levels with ... -
Outcomes of Participation in a Nurse Externship Program
(2016-03-21)Session presented on Saturday, November 7, 2015 and Sunday, November 8, 2015: Introduction: Nurse externship programs were initially developed by healthcare institutions as a recruitment tool for new nurses. Literature has ... -
Patient Perceptions of Nurse Listening Behaviors
(2017-12-06)The purpose of this proposed interpretive phenomenological study is to discover, describe, and interpret patient perceptions of nurse listening behaviors. Because nurse listening is linked to an enhanced patient experience ... -
Practice assimilation for new graduate registered nurses: A clinical and academic nurse leader collaborative
(2017-03-03)Session presented on Saturday, March 18, 2017: Purpose: To bring together visionary nursing leaders to prepare New Graduate Registered Nurses (NGRN) for entry into professional practice. Background Nursing literature is ... -
Prostate cancer screening survey among African-Americans and their partners
Problem and Significance: Prostate cancer (PC) is a potentially deadly disease that causes increased mortality rates in African-Americans. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer occurs more frequently ... -
Psychometric evaluation of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes - Part I: Patient-centered Care Scale (KSAI-PCCS): A pilot study
Recognition that adverse events are a significant cause for morbidity and mortality has led to a rise in global efforts to improve patient safety. Adaptations are needed in healthcare institutions and at the educational ...