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Preventing early-onset neonatal sepsis: A collaborative approach to promoting adaptation for asymptomatic neonates
Early-Onset Neonatal Sepsis (EONS) is the leading cause of neonatal mortality and morbidity occurring in the first seven days of life. Symptoms usually develop within 12-24 hours after birth. Maternal chorioamnionitis, ... -
Preventing emergence delirium after anesthesia in veterans with PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a well-known phenomenon among military veterans which places this population at an increased risk for emergence delirium after undergoing general anesthesia. Emergence delirium is ... -
Preventing falls and reducing injury from falls (4th ed.)
(Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario, 2017)This best practice guideline (BPG) focuses on the prevention of falls and fall injuries in all adults at risk for falls – including those living in the community – who are receiving care from nurses or other ... -
Preventing healthcare workplace violence through legislation
Workplace violence against nursing professionals is an unacknowledged crisis. The repercussions of workplace violence are harmful to the nursing profession, as well as the healthcare industry. Unfortunately, there has ... -
Preventing heart failure readmissions by using a risk-stratification tool
(2017-07-24)Purpose: To implement strategies to improve care and patients’ experience and reduce readmissions for heart failure (HF) patients, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center accepted an invitation from the American College ... -
Preventing lymphedema for the post-mastectomy patient with papilla gown and education
(2012-01-04)Jackson-Pratt drains are placed in the surgical site and remain there for seven to fourteen days to prevent fluid build-up and facilitate healing. Immediately after mastectomy, patients experience of a number of physiological ... -
Preventing malnutrition in children under 5-years using affordable local foods at a referral hospital, Ghana
Background: Malnutrition is a universal problem that affects children under-five years and a major cause of death in children worldwide. About 60% of the 10.2 million annual mortality rates of children under-five years ... -
Preventing opioid misuse and potential abuse: The nurse's role in education
(2016-03-17)Session presented on Sunday, July 26, 2015: Purpose: Prescription drug misuse and abuse is the intentional or unintentional use of medication without a prescription, in a way other than prescribed, or for the experience ... -
Preventing pressure injury in adults presenting to the emergency department by ambulance
Pressure injury prevention in the ambulance and emergency department has not been well explored. This study identified 5% prevalence on ambulance arrival, with very little preventative intervention implemented in the ... -
Preventing sharp injuries among nurses and midwives in Sub-Saharan Africa
(2012-9-12)Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the risks of sharps (needlestick) injuries among nurses and midwives providing care to patients in Sub-Saharan Africa. Methods: An anonymous questionnaire was completed ... -
Preventing Transmission of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus in the Hospital Setting: Perspectives From Health Care Workers
As the leading cause of nosocomial infections in hospitalized patients, Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. This poster presentation will include findings ... -
Preventing Type 2 diabetes in Native Americans through nutrition
Diabetes is a chronic condition that disproportionately affects the Native American population. A means of improving the outcomes was through an education program aimed at a younger target population. The purpose of this ... -
Preventing ventilator associated pneumonia
Ventilator associated pneumonia is among the highest nosocomial infections in ICU patients. Ventilator associated pneumonia is related to longer length of hospital stays, higher mortality rates, and higher costs. A literature ... -
Preventing violence, harassment and bullying against health workers
(Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario, 2019)The purpose of this best practice guideline (BPG) is to enhance the safety of health service organizations and academic institutions through the adoption of evidence-based practices. Safe and healthy work environments are ... -
Prevention and promotion of oral health for children
(2012-01-04)Access to dental care is a national problem. Nurses and Dietitians have a responsibility to empower mothers and their children to maintain good oral health. To address this need, a grant from The Kellogg Foundation provided ... -
Prevention Decline in Older Cardiac Surgery Patients (PREDOCS) Programme
(2016-03-21)Background: Complications after cardiac surgery are common in older patients and are associated with prolonged hospital stay, a reduced quality of life (QoL), and increased costs of healthcare. High prevalent complications ... -
Prevention of aspiration in patients during the acute stage of stroke
(2016-03-17)Session presented on Sunday, July 26, 2015: Purpose: To evaluate the indicators of the nursing outcome Prevention of aspiration in patients during the acute stage of stroke. Methods: This is a descriptive, exploratory, ... -
Prevention of catheter associated urinary tract infections in a long term acute care facility
(2012-01-04)Background: The overuse of the indwelling urinary catheter is a significant problem in all healthcare settings. Up to five million urinary catheters are placed annually in the United States. The use of indwelling urethral ... -
Prevention of constipation in the older adult population
(Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario, 2011-11)The purpose of this guideline is to reduce the frequency and severity of constipation among older adults through the use of adequate hydration and dietary fibre, regular consistent toileting and physical activity. Achieving ... -
Prevention of device-associated healthcare-associated infections: A journey toward zero preventable harm
Our journey toward becoming an HRO has yield measurable improvements in safety culture and patient outcomes. PICU had Zero DA-HAI for 20 month. Through a unified practice among staff nurses, staff commitment and compliance ...