Browsing by Sigma Chapters "Delta Psi at-Large"
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2018 Pathway Award® winner: Pentec Health uses Pathway to Excellence® standards and technology to reduce pain and anxiety during targeted drug delivery
(Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc., 2019-12)When nurses are empowered to practice at their highest level, they can contribute to improving patient care and advancing evidence-based nursing practice. That's why in 2011, the American Nurses Credentialing Center launched ... -
2019 Pathway Award® winner: Pathway to Excellence® standards promote virtual reality innovation at the Charles George VA Medical Center
(Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc., 2020-10)The American Nurses Credentialing Center launched the Pathway Award® sponsored by Cerner in 2011, which supports the efforts of Pathway-designated organizations to develop initiatives that promote the use of innovation ... -
2020 Pathway Nurse of the Year Award™ winners
(Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc., 2021-02)When nurses are recognized for the vital role they play and their contributions to a positive work environment, it helps organizations create and sustain a culture of excellence. Meaningful recognition, a critical component ... -
Behavioral counseling promotes diet quality and reduces cardiovascular risk factors in residents of rural Appalachia
(2016-09-26)Session presented on Monday, September 19, 2016: The purpose of this study is to investigate whether an intensive self-management intervention for CVD risk reduction (HeartHealth) improved diet quality and risk factors ... -
Creating a culture of lifelong learning: A strategy for organizational success
(Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc., 2019-02)A competent workforce supported by continuing professional development (CPD) is the foundation of successful healthcare organizations. Those who invest in CPD recognize the impact it has on optimizing performance and ... -
Development of psychological empowerment over time and with experience
This presentation will outline results of a cross-sectional descriptive study focused on the relationship between experience/age and psychological empowerment (PE). The importance of continued leadership development to ... -
Dietary sodium intake is predicted by anti-hypertensive medication regimen in heart failure patients
(2016-09-26)Session presented on Sunday, September 18, 2016: The purpose of this study was to examine whether having a prescribed ACEi was associated with increased dietary sodium density. -
Don't just check the box, check your athlete's heart: Adding an ECG to participation screenings
Sudden cardiac arrest continues to be a leading cause of death in male athletes participating in competitive sports. There is a gap in the current preventative screening practice. This study evaluates the feasibility of ... -
Education initiative improves antibiotic prescribing in respiratory tract infections in rural primary care
(2017-09-29)With the rise of antibiotic resistance, practicing antibiotic stewardship is of increasing importance, yet remains a significant practice challenge. This study examines a nurse practitioner-lead initiative that demonstrates ... -
The effects of positive practice environments: Leadership must-knows
(Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc., 2019-10)Retention is now a critical issue...as we risk losing nurses faster than we can train them.” This startling statement was made by Howard Catton, CEO of the International Council of Nurses (ICN), at the ICN International ... -
Evolving self-care among individuals with schizophrenia and diabetes mellitus
Diabetes mellitus is more common among individuals with schizophrenia compared to the general population, yet little is known about their diabetic self-care. This grounded theory study was conducted to identify the process ... -
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 ... -
A framework for culture transformation in international healthcare organizations
(Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc., 2018-10)Numerous changes impacting healthcare settings globally have heightened the focus on improving quality of care and patient safety. Global health leaders increasingly recognize that creating an organizational culture and a ... -
Get fit and quit: A novel program for perinatal tobacco cessation
The purpose of this pilot program was to determine the relationship between physical activity, carbon monoxide levels, and level of nicotine dependence in a sample of women with substance use disorders who participated in ... -
Improving mammography rates of African American women: Sisters educated in emergency departments
(2016-07-13)Session presented on Sunday, July 24, 2016: Purpose: The purpose of this presentation is to describe a series of studies conducted to develop an intervention to promote mammography screening among African American women ... -
Improving outcomes of patient-caregiver dyads in chronic illness
(2018-06-18)This session will provide updated data-based information on significance and consequence of family caregiving and dyadic intervention programs designed to improve outcomes of patients-caregivers dyads. -
Interculturally sensitive nursing care: Measuring the relationship between intercultural development and patient satisfaction
Systemic, organization, and healthcare provider and individual barriers for racial-ethnic minorities result in health disparities and dissatisfaction with healthcare experiences. Nurses can adapt the health care delivery ... -
Is it really cool to JUUL: Cross-sectional study of cotinine levels and nicotine dependence
This study is examining electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) usage in the undergraduate population at the University of Kentucky. Oral salivary samples will be taken to measure cotinine levels, along with a questionnaire ... -
Leading in academia and practice: Modeling the way
(2017-10-17)Taking ownership and responsibility for personal leadership development in a nurse faculty role is essential for success in an academic environment. Faculty members are presented with numerous academic leadership development ... -
Navigating a program of research through the ever-changing labyrinth of nutritional recommendations
(2016-07-13)Session presented on Saturday, July 23, 2016: Nutrition can play an important role in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Consequently, interventions that help individuals manage their diet as part of ...
