Browsing by Sigma Chapters "Lambda Sigma"
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Assessing adolescent mental health through a vulnerable population lens
Awareness of depression and suicidal behaviors are all nurses' responsibility. Every opportunity to talk with an adolescent should be used as an opportunity to assess mental health. Early detection through recognition of ... -
Can connecting with students create a seamless transition from ADN to on-line RN-BSN programs?
Nurse educators play a pivotal role in the transition from Associate degree nurse to online RN-BSN student, particularly in the execution of pedagogy that utilizes their past experience. This session will highlight the ... -
Can nursing content standardized tests predict NCELX-RN outcomes?
(2014-05-13)Session presented on: Friday, April 4, 2014: This study was to investigate effective predictors of NCLEX-RN outcomes on the first-attempt among nursing content standardized tests (adult medical-surgical, fundamentals for ... -
A case study of therapeutic hypothermia in a rural Midwestern hospital
(2017-10-24)A case study that was conducted in a hospital that struggled with their therapeutic hypothermia protocol. This case study implemented education and process improvements which resulted in increased utilization and constituency ... -
Collaboration, chaos, and compliance: A pilot study merging clinical practice and academia
An in situ active shooter exercise was conducted with Baccalaureate nursing students and a home health and hospice organization in response to the new CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule. Tips for planning the exercise, ... -
A comparison of nursing educational practices related to medication dosage calculation with practice expectations
(2016-03-29)Session presented on Friday, April 8, 2016: Accurate calculation of dosages and safe administration of medications in the clinical setting are essential skills for registered nurses (Coyne, Needham, & Rands, 2013; ... -
"Day of care" video simulation: Assessing student satisfaction, proficiency, and self confidence in learning
(2017-09-28)A realistic, non-scripted, high-acuity video simulation incorporating a role model RN utilizing think-aloud methodology with a standardized patient and spouse offers observational learning for online and face-to-face ... -
An educational intervention to enhance nurse practitioner role transition in the first year of practice
(2018-04-03)Research have shown the transition from the experienced RN to a novice NP generates feelings of anxiety and insecurity, possibly leading to a longer adjustment. This study investigated if an evidenced-based webinar on NP ... -
[Excerpt and supplemental materials for] The influence of psychological trauma in nursing
(Sigma Theta Tau International, 2019)This item record pertains to materials from The Influence of Psychological Trauma in Nursing, which are provided free of charge by the publisher. About this book: As nurses know firsthand, the impact of psychological ... -
An exploration of perceived learning activities and assignments preferred by millennial nursing students in an online RN-BSN nursing program
The purpose of this qualitative exploratory single case study was to explore millennial nursing student preferences of activities and assignments that may facilitate learning (preferred) as well as perceptions of those ... -
The future is here! Precision healthcare, professional responsibility
The genomics revolution in health-care is ongoing. Since the unraveling of the human genome in 2003 frequent discoveries and interventions benefiting patients has led to precision health-care. This session will survey key ... -
Harm, threat, or challenge, nursing students in clinical education settings
(2016-03-17)The majority of students in a baccalaureate nursing program are traditionally new graduates from high school. The research shared the need for educating nursing students about incivility and methods for responding to it ... -
How can cultural competence impact my patients' health?
(2017-10-11)The purpose of the session is describe cultural competence and strategies for nursing students to engage the patient and improve healthcare outcomes. Cultural competence is an essential tool for the healthcare provider, a ... -
Implementation of a unique, fully online, asynchronous LPN to RNS program: Successes and barriers
(2016-03-17)Session presented on Saturday, July 25, 2015: Online nursing programs are arguably one of the most cutting edge modalities of emerging education. At this time, there are very few distance education programs in the United ... -
A journey through health literacy: From preschoolers to prisoners, part one
This presentation will discuss incorporating health literacy in a nursing curriculum as a method to employ techniques to translate health promotion topics from preschoolers to prisoners. Undergraduate senior nursing students ... -
A Magnet system implementation of the Hester Davis Fall Reduction Program
A Magnet-recognized academic hospital system experienced an increase in patient falls and patient falls with injury after transitioning to a new electronic health record. The purpose of the project was to evaluate the ... -
Mental health diagnoses, locus of control, and chronic health conditions in rural women
(2017-10-24)Rural women are often a neglected sector of society. Our research demonstrates mental health issues and locus of control regarding how women view themselves. Our society needs to understand mental health needs of our ... -
Nurse as patient: Individual and system implications
(Sigma Theta Tau International, 2022-08-25)In this one-hour webinar, participants will be encouraged to consider nurses as individuals in need of care and comfort. Individual/nurse and system-level implications will be discussed, especially as we examine healthcare ... -
Nursing students behind bars: An innovative pilot project
(2015-01-15)Session presented on Saturday, September 27, 2014: Purpose: The prison population is one of the fastest growing populations in the United States (U.S.) The U.S. prison population rose to 16.3% overall from 2000 to 2009, ... -
A retrospective view of the effect of double testing on nursing student examination scores
(2018-03-26)This presentation will describe the use of collaborative testing as an assessment method for baccalaureate nursing students and the impact of double testing on examination scores over a period of eight semesters. Student ...