Browsing Doctoral Papers by Sigma Chapters "Zeta"
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The experience of chief nurses in military operations other than war
The purpose of this research was to describe the experience of chief nurses in military operations other than war. The study is significant to the profession because nurses will continue to provide care in humanitarian ... -
Factors related to Mexican-American workers' use of hearing protection
Significant numbers of Mexican Americans work in jobs where they are exposed to harmful noise, therefore they are vulnerable to noise-induced hearing loss. Use of hearing protection is often the only way to prevent exposure ... -
The participation of young adults with mild intellectual disabilities and cerebral palsy in the decision to receive Botox treatment for muscle spasticity
Background. While a large proportion of youth with intellectual disabilities (ID) live with chronic health conditions, it is unlikely that these individuals will be prepared to participate in health-related decisions. ... -
The process of nursing partnership in family health
The study was an exploration of the nature of nursing practice with families with young children in complex circumstances. The purpose was to further explicate the health patterning process of nursing partnership through ... -
Rural daughter/daughter-in-law caregivers' interactional patterns
Daughters/daughters-in-law who care for a parent with a dementing illness at home are at risk for physical, psychological, and social problems. Also, their parent care recipient runs a higher risk of institutionalization, ... -
Violation of personal and professional nursing values: Six case studies of nurses who have left nursing
Background: Registered Nurses (RNs) comprise the largest group of health care providers in the US. The shortage of RNs is expected to worsen to 29% by 2020. Many nurses depart practice prior to retirement. Previous research ...