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342 infant/child NICU/PICU deaths: Subsequent health and functioning of parents, grandparents, and surviving siblings
Overview of physical/mental health and functioning of 377 parents, 104 grandparents, and 132 siblings during the first year following 342 infant/child NICU/PICU deaths; what parents and siblings wished they had/had not ... -
Children with special healthcare needs: Needs after the first year of diagnosis
(2017-09-19)This is a qualitative study designed to describe 15 (40% Hispanic, 27% Black and 33% White) parents' perceptions of what was needed to maintain their health and functioning in the first difficult year after their infant's ... -
A comparison of intranasal Dexmedetomidine and oral Midazolam as premedicants in the pediatric population
Oral midazolam has been the premedication of choice for healthy pediatric patients undergoing elective surgical procedures. However, undesirable adverse effects include respiratory depression, paradoxical reactions, and ... -
Effects of sociocultural factors on infant feeding with Black African immigrant mothers living With HIV
(2017-09-28)US and Canadian Black African Immigrant mothers are disproportionately affected by HIV compared with mothers of other races. It is recommended to exclusively formula feed their infants. However, infant feeding practices ... -
Factors predicting high-risk sex practices and incidence of STIs among female veterans
STIs are more prevalent among female military personnel than among civilian women. Studies have demonstrated that military personnel engage in high risk sex. However, do we know what factors influence their sexual behaviors, ... -
The global effect of an innovative oral health educational program for caregivers of children
(2018-06-18)The purpose of this presentation is to inform the nursing community of the comparison and efficacy of innovative oral health educational programs for caregivers of preschool children impacting global health. The target ... -
The health effect study
(2016-07-13)Session presented on Saturday, July 23, 2016 and Sunday, July 24, 2016: Problem: African-Americans have a significantly greater prevalence of a range of health conditions across their lifespan when compared to other racial ... -
The impact of a collaborative interprofessional healthcare summer academy on underserved teenagers
The purpose of this interprofessional collaborative summer academy is to create an opportunity for underserved teenagers to be exposed to healthcare professions; to provide life changing experiences through subject-matter ... -
Infliximab and the effect on immunity to hepatitis B in patients with inflammatory bowel disease
The purpose of this review is to revise and refine the available evidence in support of a clinical guideline for the yearly screening of sero-immunity to hepatitis B as part of ongoing follow-up therapy for patients, ages ... -
Living not dying
(2016-03-21)Sessions presented on Saturday, November 7, 2015 and Sunday, November 8, 2015. The purpose of this presentation is to reflect on the beauty of palliative care. Through music and poetry, one can contemplate their own views ... -
The Morse Falls Scale: An evidence-based intervention in the South of Saudi Arabia
The study was to examine effectiveness of implementing the Morse Falls Scale to reduce number of falls occurring in a healthcare facility in Saudi Arabia. Results indicate MFS decreased the monthly fall rate significantly ... -
Parents/caregiver's health, stress, and perceived caregiver burden in the difficult first 3 months after their infant/child with special health care needs is discharged home
The purpose of this exploratory study with three time points will examine the physical health, mental health, stress using biomarker levels (salivary cortisol), and perceived caregiver burden of Hispanic, Black, and White ... -
Pregnant women with diabetes: Health problems, APN interventions in 2 models of APN transitional care
(2012-01-11)The purpose of this presentation is to examine differences in type and frequency of health problems and advanced practice nurse (APN) interventions between 2 models of APN provided prenatal care in pregnant women with ... -
Risk-taking behaviors that place women at risk for HIV across cultures
(2016-07-13)Session presented on Saturday, July 23, 2016 and Sunday, July 24, 2016: The purposeof this poster presentation is to raise awareness among conference attendees that culture intersects with sexual practices all over the ... -
Theory-to-practice: Catalyzing collaborations in rural areas to identify and reduce vaccine hesitancy
These study results are striking considering other research results published since that the HPV vaccine was approved and made available over a decade ago. The data indicate opportunities for future research and identify ... -
Timing newborn follow up care in low income first time minority mothers
(2016-03-21)Sessin presented on Monday, November 9, 2015 and Tuesday, November 10, 2015: Background: Due to shortened postpartum stays, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ... -
Transforming caregiver barriers to HPV vaccinations in African-Americans and Afro-Caribbeans: A cultural collaboration
The purpose of this systematic review and implementation project is to transform caregiver barriers to Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination in African-Americans and Afro-Caribbeans. This knowledge will guide the development ... -
Transitioning graduate nursing students from theory to practice: Innovative clinical practice model for global use
The general shortage of primary care providers in rural areas is well documented in the United States. Our innovative educational model for graduate nursing students implements traineeships in rural areas that integrate ... -
Trick or treat? The systemic effect of diabetes cause by oral disease
(Sigma Theta Tau International, 2022-11-30)The goal of this presentation is to educate nurses and nursing professionals on the significance of preventive oral healthcare behaviors that contribute to reducing the incidence of oral disease as the causal factor of ... -
The use of smartphones among nurses during clinical practice: A multi-hospital study
The benefits of using smartphones enhance the work productivity and perceived quality of care among nurses.This study investigated the utilization of smartphones for work-related purposes among nurses during clinical ...