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An exploration of the experiences of people living with diabetic foot ulcers: A qualitative study
This qualitative study explored the experiences of people living with a diabetic foot ulcer. The findings provide an understanding of how people with DFUs experience and endure the realities of having a DFU including their ... -
An exploration of the first year of nursing practice: Continued formation as registered nurses in the 21st century
A challenge to health care in the 21st Century is preparing and integrating newly registered nurses (RNs) into the health care system. The most ill and infirm are often the recipients of nursing care provided by new RNs, ... -
Exploration of the impact of screening on the outcomes of bipolar disorders: A mixed methods study
(2016-03-17)Session presented on Monday, July 27, 2015: Bipolar disorder (BPD) is a chronic mental health illness that impacts all aspects of an individual's life and ability to function. The World Health Organization ranks BPD as ... -
Exploration of the impact undergraduate health policy education had on nurses' political astuteness and involvement
(2017-07-06)A common barrier to political or health policy involvement is related to the lack knowledge and preparation of nurses to become involved in health policy and politics. Political competence and mentoring is considered a ... -
An exploration of the incidence of and risk factors for unplanned perioperative hypothermia (UPH) in the ambulatory surgical patient
(2016-03-21)Session presented on Sunday, November 8, 2015: Introduction: Unplanned perioperative hypothermia (UPH) is a common occurrence in surgical patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings, and has been associated with a ... -
Exploration of the interrelationship between emotional intelligence, stress and coping strategies among undergraduate nursing students
(2018-07-03)The study explored the relationship between emotional intelligence, stress and coping strategies of undergraduate nursing students. Three quarters of the students enrolled in a Bachelor of Nursing course were experiencing ... -
An exploration of the parental and spousal experiences of fathers/husbands in families of children with chronic illness
The purpose of this study was to investigate the parental and spousal experience of fathers in families of children with chronic illness and to compare this to the experience of fathers of healthy children. Four research ... -
An exploration of the pre-tenure and tenure process experiences of nursing faculty
(2016-03-17)Session presented on Sunday, July 26, 2015: Background: Recruiting qualified applicants is a challenging priority in a very competitive market with schools experiencing vacancies that remain unfilled for extended periods ... -
An exploration of the relationship between servant leadership characteristics of nurse leaders and the perception of empowerment among their followers
There is a demand for nursing leadership to create a healthy work environment for nursing practice, which is crucial for maintaining an adequate workforce (Shirey, 2006). Rother and Lavizzo-Mourey (2009) predicted that by ... -
An exploration of the relationship of cue identification and problem framing in nurses' clinical decision making
This qualitative descriptive study was designed to explore the relationship of cue identification and problem framing as part of the problem solving and decision making of medical surgical nurses as they thought-aloud while ... -
An exploration of the role and responsibilities of associate deans in schools of nursing
(2017-10-13)This project was designed to pave the way for professional growth and development and to fulfill the requirements of the EEAI. Through various readings, lectures, and activities within the EEAI structure, the role of ADAA ... -
Exploration of the role of gastroesophageal reflux disease in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Patients: A nationwide population-based cohort study
(2014-11-17)Session presented on Friday, July 25, 2014: Purpose: To investigate whether GERD is associated with an increased risk of severe acute exacerbation of COPD (AECOPD) by analyzing a nationwide health care database. Methods: ... -
An Exploration of the Role of Social Support in Health Promotion and Eating Disorder Prevention
(2013-10-22)Session presented on: Friday, July 26, 2013: Purpose: To explore the relationship between social support and eating disorder development within a female, nonclinical population. Eating disorders are commonplace within ... -
The exploration of the social interaction impact in patients with oral cancer after surgery
Because of disease characteristics and surgical procedure type, it is easy to cause facial disfigurement or functional disability that would resulting shame and perception of stigma, and may impact the social interaction ... -
Exploration of the Use of Mobile Technology in an ADN Program
(2017-10-11)Integration of mobile technology in the nursing curriculum allows nurse educators the opportunity to foster and develop mobile technology in the classroom and clinical setting. The purpose of this basic qualitative study ... -
The exploration of three theoretical constructs in animal-assisted therapy with PTSD
This poster will explore Bandura's Social Cognitive Theory and self-efficacy, Callista Roy's Adaptation Model, and Jean Watson's Human Caring Theory as it relates to Human Animal Interactions and Post Traumatic Stress ... -
Exploration of transcultural self-efficacy strength and NCLEX-RN© success in a concept-based curriculum
(2018-03-26)This presentation will explore Self-Efficacy Strength (SES) scores evaluated with the Transcultural Self-Efficacy Tool (TSET) evaluating learning in the cognitive, practical, and affective domains correlated to success ... -
Exploration of two methodologies for measuring clinical judgment in baccalaureate nursing students
Introduction: Senior nursing students need a requisite level of preparedness to safely care for an acutely ill, complex patient once they graduate and become independent clinicians. This level of preparedness may be evaluated ... -
Exploration of Undocumented Antenatal Domestic Violence
(2014-11-17)Session presented on Saturday, July 26, 2014: Studies indicate that 22% of women in the US admit partner abuse during pregnancy. An additional 6.5% indicate they have never informed their health care provider of the abuse. ... -
An exploratory case study to improve critical thinking in beginning nursing students
(2017-10-26)Beginning nursing students are expected to develop study processes that enable them to learn how to apply, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate course material. This qualitative, single-embedded exploratory case study design ...
