Browsing Sigma Biennial Convention by Research Approach "Pilot/Exploratory Study"
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Adolescent perspective of family functioning when living with a sibling with autism
(2012-01-04)Purpose: Autism is on the rise at an alarming rate affecting all races and impacting all members of a family including siblings. The purpose of this study was to examine family functioning from the perspective of the ... -
Assessment of cardiovascular disease risk factors among school children in a private school, Karachi, Pakistan: A pilot study
(2012-01-04)The prevalence of cardiovascular diseases is increasing in Pakistan due to unhealthy life style, and lack of awareness. As these diseases have their origin in the early period of life, therefore, the prevention of these ... -
Guided reflection and deep breathing to reduce stress and anxiety during clinical: A pilot study
Evidence demonstrates college students enrolled in majors including a clinical component are at risk for increased stress and anxiety. We examined if nursing students felt a reduction in stress and anxiety when two relaxation ... -
Healthcare team interventions in ICU for patients with acquired-brain-injury: A pilot study using participant observation
The neurocritical patients care include interventions made with the intention to benefit, bed-bathing, suctioning of respiratory secretions and repositioning in bed are some examples. The aim of this study was to develop ... -
Identifying support needs of patients with esophageal carcinomas prior to surgical intervention: An exploratory study
(2017-10-23)To date, esophageal cancer studies primarily evaluate patients' physical consequences and quality of life after diagnosis and treatment. Very few studies have investigated emotional distress among this group. What exactly ... -
Interpersonal communication competence and attachment styles in pre-licensure nurses: A descriptive pilot study
The purpose of this pilot study was to describe the interpersonal communication competence and adult attachment styles in pre-licensure nurses. The outcomes of this pilot study warrant further exploration of the impact ... -
The journey back to myself: Returning to baseline functioning post-concussion, a phenomenological study
Pilot Phenomenological study concerning the experience of returning to baseline following concussion. Thoughts and emotions of students regarding the healing process and feelings of frustration regarding lack of available ... -
Monitoring, meals, and medications: A pilot study to improve the coordination of inpatient diabetes care
The purpose of this presentation is to describe a quality improvement project aimed at improving the coordination of diabetes care in the hospital. Implementation strategies, staff perceptions, and resulting clinical ... -
Nursing facility staff education to decrease hospital readmissions due to sepsis: A pilot test
Sepsis readmissions have a great financial and personal consequence for those who have survived sepsis. Sepsis survivors often require more assistance and often need post-acute care in nursing facilities. Nursing facilities ... -
Psychosocial intervention to improve mental health of abused pregnant women: A randomized-controlled pilot trial
This abstract describes the rationale for evaluating counselling intervention addressing DFV and mental health in resource-constrained settings. Methodology employed in the study and findings to date are presented. This ... -
Treating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in U.S. children with complimentary alternative medicine therapies: How effective are they?
(2016-03-21)Session presented on Saturday, November 7, 2015 and Sunday, November 8, 2015: Introduction: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends pharmaceutical treatment for children diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity ... -
Virtual exchange in the classroom: Moving from pilot program to a global audience
Innovative teaching strategies to promote student awareness of global health issues can be achieved with nursing students from other countries through virtual exchange. This presentation demonstrates the expansion of a ...