Browsing Sigma Theta Tau International (Sigma) by Level of Evidence "Literature Review"
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Best practices for the use of electronic health records in prelicensure nursing education
This poster presentation represents the results of an integrative literature review completed for the purpose of examination of the state of the science related to best practices for the use of electronic health records ... -
Complementary/integrative approaches to treating "the invisible wounds of war:" Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI)
(2013-10-22)Purpose: The purpose of this presentation is to discuss current approaches to screening, diagnosis and management of both TBI and PTSD. Treatment including traditional and complementary evidence based approaches will be ... -
Cultural humility in simulation education: A state of the science
(2016-07-13)Session presented on Saturday, July 23, 2016 and Sunday, July 24, 2016: Purpose: The National League for Nursing, a voice for nursing education, has identified diversity as a core value. Leading organizations including ... -
Defining inter-shift nursing handover: A literature review
What is inter-shift nursing handover? To what extent is the inter-shift nursing handover clearly defined? Does the current definition demonstrate any drawbacks? If so, how can the definition be improved to suit medical and ... -
Does nail polish have significance on pulse oximetry readings?: A literature review
(2017-07-27)Pulse oximetry measures the amount of oxygen (SpO2) carried by the hemoglobin molecules in the blood. Normal values range from 95-100 percent. Disease processes affecting perfusion and circulation can contribute to lowered ... -
Dog walking: An exercise incentive for older adults
This review will study the literature in outcomes of dog walking in promoting physical activity in older adults. Subjectively reported data showed trends towards dog walkers being more active compared to their counterparts. ... -
The effect of kinship foster care compared to non-kinship foster care on resiliency
This literature review evaluated the effect of foster home placement type on foster child resilience. Existing literature was evaluated and synthesized to compare the negative and positive effects of both kinship and ... -
Effectiveness of dance to improve mood in older adults with dementia: A review of evidence
To appraise and synthesize evidence on dance therapy to improve mood and reduce agitation in persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders (ADRD). The research yielded 9 relevant articles that met inclusion criteria. ... -
Efficacy and safety of bubble CPAP in preterm neonates: A literature review
Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) is a common and often fatal complication for preterm infants due to a surfactant deficiency and immature lung development. Bubble CPAP decreases extubation failure rates and ventilator ... -
An exploration of the effects of media's negative stereotypes on nursing image
This integrative literature review explores the effect of media’s negative stereotypes on nursing image. Utilizing a social theory, social norms, systems, social groups, interactions, and stigmas will be examined in relation ... -
Factors contributing to clinical stress among baccalaureate nursing students: A literature review
(2017-09-29)This presentation on factors contributing to clinical stress among baccalaureate nursing students will highlight common findings derived from a literature synthesis, provide implications for nursing education practice and ... -
Fasting used to enhance cancer treatment for patients who are immunocompromised and/or undergoing treatment
This review aims to answer the question of whether fasting will help protect the immune system against the toxicity of cancer treatment and increase efficacy of treatment as well as decreasing some of the side effects. -
Fostering LGBTQ inclusivity in the workplace: An integrative literature review
Despite being one of the largest sub-groups within the nursing profession, little research has been dedicated to LGBTQ nurses. The purpose of this integrative literature review was to explore workplace experiences, fears, ... -
Frailty in older cancer survivors: A literature review
(2016-09-26)Session presented on Sunday, September 18, 2016: Background/Purpose: Frailty is a multi-dimensional syndrome characterized by decreased physiologic reserve that results in increased vulnerability to stressors and adverse ... -
Integrated literature review of delirium in elderly patients
(2018-06-25)The integrated review of delirium in elderly patients includes definitions of the characteristics, related factors, assessment scales, and consequences of elderly delirium, with major emphasis on the findings from the literature. -
Integrated literature review of depression in elderly people
(2018-06-25)The authors conducted a literature review of the depression findings of systematic reviews and meta-analyses in elderly people, including the defining characteristics of depression, four major self-rating depression scales, ... -
Intimate partner and sexual violence through school-based sex education programs: A review of evidence
IPV (Intimate Partner Violence) and sexual violence are often comorbid. The purpose of this review is to appraise evidence for the effectiveness of school based adolescent sex education programs on increasing awareness of ... -
Intimate partner violence and failure to thrive in children: A literature review
(2015-01-15)Session presented on Friday, September 26, 2014: Failure to thrive is best described as inadequate growth or the inability to maintain growth, usually in early childhood. It is a sign of under nutrition (Gahagen, 2006; ... -
Nurse suicide: The worst thing that can happen
The largely undiscussed topic of nurse suicide will be explored including driving forces leading to suicide such as of the trauma of stressful work environments, burnout, bullying and workplace violence. A case study will ... -
Nurse-patient rapport and videoconferencing telenursing visits: An integrative literature review
During the Covid-19 pandemic, nurses shifted to videoconferencing visits without an understanding of how to adapt interpersonal techniques on this new platform. This poster reports on a systematic literature review describing ...