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Ideals for nurses: A study of the "American Journal of Nursing" and "RN", 1940-1960
The purpose of this study was to examine the ideals promoted in two major nursing journals, the AJN and RN, from 1940 through 1960. A thematic analysis of both journals was conducted. This analysis revealed that the AJN ... -
The ideas of empathy in nursing: A conceptual analysis
The term empathy has long been of interest in nursing, since empathy is one way in which nurses move from generalized knowledge to particular knowledge of another. Empathy enables the nurse to comprehend the situation of ... -
Identification of primary care nurse practitioner clinical procedural skills used in practice: Examination of frequency of use, importance of skill, and training for skill
NP programs educate NPs in CPS commonly encountered in the care of specific populations. However, NPs transitioning to practice do so in a wide variety of settings and provide care to patients with a wide diversity of ... -
Identifying factors influencing pediatric professionals' self-reported collaborative practice behaviors
Objective: The aim of this study was to: (1) determine the impact of interprofessional American Heart Association (AHA) resuscitation courses on health care professionals’ self- reported collaborative practice behaviors ... -
Identifying health priorities for a vulnerable underserved population in Uganda, Africa using community base participatory research and the photovoice approach
The purpose of this descriptive phenomenological study was to give voice to an underserved and vulnerable population in Uganda, Africa to advocate for health priorities. Nineteen members of the village of Namagera, identified ... -
Identifying learning acquired during debriefing
Debriefing, the reflective activity following an experiential learning exercise, has been identified as the most important part of simulation learning and is also important for learning in other activities utilized in ... -
Identifying motivation toward healthy behavior in overweight and obese pregnant women
Excessive weight gain in overweight and obese pregnant women may result in long-term maternal and child health implications. Current interventions reflect minimal effectiveness toward achievement of appropriate weight gain ... -
Identifying transfer of care gaps: Electronic health record capture of perioperative handoff communications
Transitions in patient care are held together by interdisciplinary handoff communications intended to coordinate the patient’s ongoing care requirements. Patients with complexity in care encumber the transfer of care process ... -
"If I cry less I can fit in more play dates": Mothers' experiences with time famine
As time has become an increasingly valued resource of our postmodern world, many individuals are experiencing a phenomenon called “time famine,” the chronic perceived shortage of time. Mothers are especially ... -
The impact of a burn injury on family caregivers of adult burn survivors
The survival rate of burn injuries is over 90 percent. Physical and emotional recovery from a burn injury may be prolonged. Family support is an important component of this recovery. However, little is known about the ... -
The impact of a competitive healthcare environment on cost and quality
A descriptive longitudinal (1988-1993) case study design, with the Resource Dependence Theory as the conceptual framework, was used to investigate the effect of a competitive health care market on the cost and quality of ... -
The impact of a mindfulness meditation intervention on cognitive test anxiety and the academic performance of prelicensure nursing students enrolled in an associate degree in nursing program
Background: Fifty to 100 % of nursing students have experienced test anxiety. The cognitive form of test anxiety (CTA) leads to significant academic implications for nursing students. The ongoing nursing shortage requires ... -
Impact of a standardized asthma education program for children ages 8-12 years old with moderate to severe persistent asthma on health outcomes: A pilot study
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood causing significant physical, emotional and financial burden. The purpose of this study was to pilot recruitment strategies, instruments and experimental ... -
The impact of adverse childhood experiences and forgiveness on nurses' capacity for compassion satisfaction
The objective of this study was to examine the relationship between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), forgiveness and compassion satisfaction in nurses. In addition, the study sought to determine the impact of forgiveness, ... -
Impact of an active learning strategy on learner engagement in a transition to practice program
Research is abundant in the use of active learning rather than lecture. The effect on engagement on knowledge retention is also abundant. Most of the studies focus on secondary and higher education. Less research has been ... -
Impact of authentic leadership on team psychological safety as mediated by relationship quality
Leadership is a dynamic process with a far-reaching impact. Leadership is the process of guiding a group of individuals towards the achievement of a common goal. Healthcare leaderships looks to guide staff towards the ... -
Impact of BrØset Violence Checklist on safety events in an adult mental health unit
Background: Workplace violence (WPV) is an escalating issue in healthcare that needs to be addressed to improve patient outcomes and staff satisfaction. Inpatient mental health facilities are at higher risk for safety event ... -
The impact of cancer caregiving on cancer caregivers: Stories of lives in transition
The purpose of the study was to examine the impact of cancer caregiving on primary caregivers, exploring their personal narratives looking back on the entire experience from diagnosis, through treatment, and beyond. ... -
Impact of chemotherapy on the quality of life and functional status of older adults with non-small cell lung cancer
Lung cancer is the number one cause of cancer death in the United States and the incidence is increasing over 65 years of age. The lack of effective treatment for advanced non-small cell lung cancer makes factors other ... -
Impact of comfort management on narcotic use in the cardiopulmonary surgical ICU
Patients may experience acute pain after cardiopulmonary surgery. Narcotic pain relievers may reduce pain, yet many patients still complained of discomfort at the project site despite the medications provided to reduce it. ...