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- Program evaluation of the detox protocol for patients with Alcohol Use Disorder.
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- De Freitas, Aisha, Hain, Debra, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Background: Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a serious problem that has affected countless of people in the United States. This disorder is difficult to treat and despite evidence-based treatments, there continues to be a problem. Treatment centers often attempt to address AUD with personalized detox protocol based on tradition and evidence that attempt to target pertinent factors that may increase the likelihood of sustained abstinence. Purpose: To conduct a program evaluation of thedetox...
Show moreBackground: Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a serious problem that has affected countless of people in the United States. This disorder is difficult to treat and despite evidence-based treatments, there continues to be a problem. Treatment centers often attempt to address AUD with personalized detox protocol based on tradition and evidence that attempt to target pertinent factors that may increase the likelihood of sustained abstinence. Purpose: To conduct a program evaluation of thedetox protocol for patients diagnosed with AUD at a treatment center in south Florida. This program evaluation will yield important information regarding the outcomes of an established program. This project identified strengths, opportunities for improvement, and opportunities to support current practice at this facility.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000094
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- Quality Improvement: Post-Partum Depression Screening Rates and Patient Perception of Knowledge Assessment.
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- Steele, Kylie, Longo, Joy, Gershman, Elise, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Purpose: The purpose of this project is to implement the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommendations regarding postpartum depression (PPD) screenings, while also providing education on the topic itself to create a PPD assessment program. By doing so we will 1) Monitor the percentage of patients who are able to receive the PPD screenings as recommended by ACOG, and 2) assess the change of the patient’s perception of PPD knowledge during the postpartum period...
Show morePurpose: The purpose of this project is to implement the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommendations regarding postpartum depression (PPD) screenings, while also providing education on the topic itself to create a PPD assessment program. By doing so we will 1) Monitor the percentage of patients who are able to receive the PPD screenings as recommended by ACOG, and 2) assess the change of the patient’s perception of PPD knowledge during the postpartum period compared to the antepartum period. Methods: The Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Screening (EPDS) tool will be utilized to screen the risk of the expecting mothers at the first visit, the last visit. A PPD perception of knowledge assessment tool was designed to assess the patient’s knowledge regarding the topic which will be measured through a 5-point Agreement Likert Scale upon the first encounter (antepartum) as well as on the last (postpartum).
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000095
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- Improving Suicide Risk Assessment and Safety Plan Skills and Understanding through Education of Nursing Staff.
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- Palladino, Brittany, Edwards, Karethy, Avilus, Ursula, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Background: Suicide ranks as the tenth leading cause of death in the United States. Those with substance use disorders face a 10-14 times higher risk of suicide The facility implemented nurse assisted suicide safety plans for patients at moderate or high risk of suicide on the initial Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS). Based on nurses’ comments about the new implementation, it became evident that there was a knowledge gap and education may be able to improve the confidence and...
Show moreBackground: Suicide ranks as the tenth leading cause of death in the United States. Those with substance use disorders face a 10-14 times higher risk of suicide The facility implemented nurse assisted suicide safety plans for patients at moderate or high risk of suicide on the initial Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS). Based on nurses’ comments about the new implementation, it became evident that there was a knowledge gap and education may be able to improve the confidence and knowledge of nursing staff. Purpose: The DNP project aimed to assist licensed nurses at the project site in enhancing their expertise, understanding and competence in the implementation of suicide safety planning. The suicide safety plan utilized by the facility helps patients identify personal coping strategies and people who can help in times of suicidality and crisis.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000080
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- In Adults with Depression and/or Anxiety, The Effect of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Focused on The Improvement Of Insomnia And Its Impact On Anxiety, Depression, And Sleep Quality.
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- Goraya, Muhammad R., PetitHomme, Edna, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Sleep disorders can affect the length and subjective quality of sleep (insomnia). Numerous research studies have investigated how insomnia affects sadness and anxiety. Nowadays, the term "insomnia" is typically used to describe a disorder in which patients have trouble falling asleep and have difficulties functioning throughout the day. People may not even get enough sleep, or their sleep may not be of high quality. Thus, to gauge the efficacy of insomnia treatments, sleep quality should be...
Show moreSleep disorders can affect the length and subjective quality of sleep (insomnia). Numerous research studies have investigated how insomnia affects sadness and anxiety. Nowadays, the term "insomnia" is typically used to describe a disorder in which patients have trouble falling asleep and have difficulties functioning throughout the day. People may not even get enough sleep, or their sleep may not be of high quality. Thus, to gauge the efficacy of insomnia treatments, sleep quality should be measured (Ferini‐Strambi, 2021). Numerous studies have consistently demonstrated that achieving a healthy sleep length and quality can have a positive impact on a wide range of other health outcomes and metrics. Finding and treating the root causes of short sleep durations and poor sleep quality is worthwhile. While it has been demonstrated that enhancing sleep habits can improve assessments of many of these disorders, inadequate sleep has been linked to heart troubles and other metabolic difficulties (Loredo, 2006). For instance, getting continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy for sleep apnea can enhance the quality of a person's sleep, reduce their risk of developing metabolic and cardiovascular conditions, and stop people with prediabetes from becoming clinical diabetes.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000092
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- Document (PDF)
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- Gaining Insight into the Experiences of Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and Improving Outcomes.
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- Reyes, Margaret M., Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Premenstrual symptoms have the potential to impact all women of reproductive age. Roughly 70-90% of women experience some level of premenstrual discomfort, while 3-8% experience the most severe, complex form, PMDD (Mishra, Elliot, and Marwaha, 2022). PMDD symptomatology is complex, and therefore overlaps with other diagnoses, which has complicated the diagnostic process. There is a growing body of evidence to support that PMDD has been misdiagnosed or disregarded, and stigmatized by providers...
Show morePremenstrual symptoms have the potential to impact all women of reproductive age. Roughly 70-90% of women experience some level of premenstrual discomfort, while 3-8% experience the most severe, complex form, PMDD (Mishra, Elliot, and Marwaha, 2022). PMDD symptomatology is complex, and therefore overlaps with other diagnoses, which has complicated the diagnostic process. There is a growing body of evidence to support that PMDD has been misdiagnosed or disregarded, and stigmatized by providers, and improvements are needed in both the education about the diagnostic process, as well as the diagnostic process itself. The purpose of this quality improvement project was to improve the quality of the assessment, diagnosis, and management of PMDD, and gain insight into the lived experiences from those living with the disorder as well as insight into the management of the disorder from clinicians. The populations of interest were menstruating females, age 18-45, documented history of mood instability or mood changes, in addition to treating clinicians at an outpatient psychiatric clinic. Practice changes that were implemented were as follows: implementation of the premenstrual symptoms screening tool (Appendix A) within the medical record; creation and distribution of informative/educational pamphlet/PDF for clinicians about PMDD diagnosis, assessment and treatment (Appendix B); creation and distribution of likert and open ended survey to measure perception of patients regarding diagnostic process, treatment and care overall; creation and distribution of likert and open ended survey to measure perception of clinicians regarding the use of the tool and how it affected their clinical decision making. Outcomes focused on screening practices and results, documentation in the medical record, engagement, and patient perception. Data was analyzed using clinical record reviews, interviews, Likert-type scales, and coding. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the population, and pre/post intervention changes. Relevant insight was gained on the knowledge gap and under recognition of Women's Health disorders such as PMDD and on screening practices. The project was successful in improving knowledge base of PMDD in both patients and clinicians. The limitations focused on patients’ engagement in the survey on follow up, as well as clinician engagement in the project overall. To further improve the diagnostic process, increase education and reduce stigma, future research may focus on improving engagement of clinicians and patients, and/or assessing current screening practices or treatment regimens for PMDD.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000081
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- Implementing a Physical Wellness Program in Spanish in a Primary Care Setting.
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- Preciado, Heather, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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This paper presents a Quality Improvement project aimed at increasing physical activity in Hispanic patients aged 45 to 55, through a Get Active program with the goal of reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). The project involves implementing a bi-weekly physical activity session as well as a Zoom session to increase activity as well awareness surrounding CVD prevention. The project's outcomes will inform medical staff on how to create more Zoom sessions to help patients implement...
Show moreThis paper presents a Quality Improvement project aimed at increasing physical activity in Hispanic patients aged 45 to 55, through a Get Active program with the goal of reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). The project involves implementing a bi-weekly physical activity session as well as a Zoom session to increase activity as well awareness surrounding CVD prevention. The project's outcomes will inform medical staff on how to create more Zoom sessions to help patients implement a physical exercise program. A total of twenty-five participants were eligible to participate, and only 8 took part in the study. This initiative has the potential to make a significant impact on public health by reducing the incidence of CVD among the Hispanic population.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000093
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- Incorporating Spirituality to Improve Self-Management of Chronic Diseases.
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- Burden, Margaret A., Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Chronic disease affects over 51% of Americans and often results in emotional, financial, and spiritual distress. Additionally, the exorbitant cost of managing chronic disease is creating a significant burden on healthcare systems. Self-management, which is crucial to disease outcome includes lifestyle changes and adherence to treatment regime. However, these lifestyle changes often cause emotional and physical struggles for those diagnosed with chronic disease. Spirituality is recognized as a...
Show moreChronic disease affects over 51% of Americans and often results in emotional, financial, and spiritual distress. Additionally, the exorbitant cost of managing chronic disease is creating a significant burden on healthcare systems. Self-management, which is crucial to disease outcome includes lifestyle changes and adherence to treatment regime. However, these lifestyle changes often cause emotional and physical struggles for those diagnosed with chronic disease. Spirituality is recognized as a source of support to alleviate stress and anxiety and provide the individual with the strength to make sense of the experience and move forward with their lives. The aim of this quality improvement project is to determine if a 10-week spiritual health education program enhances adults’ ability to self-manage their chronic disease. The education program included weekly bible devotionals and discussions on adapting healthy living including exercises and mindfulness meditation. The spiritual health education intervention sessions were provided online via Zoom and in-person. Participants were recruited from community churches. Inclusion criteria: English-speaking, adults (older than 18 years), with at least one chronic condition. All participants were asked to complete the Spiritual Needs Questionnaire (SpNQ) and the Self-Management Assessment Scale (SMASc). Paired samples t-tests were conducted to evaluate differences in participants SpNQ and SMASc scores pre and post receiving the spiritual education sessions. Significant differences were found between the test-retest scores on the SMASc questionnaire. A chi-square test was used to evaluate differences in the SMASc scores between virtual and in-person groups. There were no significant differences found in the test-retest SMASc scores. Additionally, differences were not found on the SpNQ scores between participants who received the education sessions online or in-person. The findings from this project can easily and cost-effectively be implemented in multiple, accessible locations.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000083
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- Optimizing Opioid Abuse Treatment in the Young Adult in an Outpatient Psychiatric Setting.
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- Desrosiers, Charlene, Mammah, Kyndall, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Substance abuse, specifically opioid abuse, continues to be one of the largest epidemics in the United States. Death caused by overdose has seen a steady increase over the past few decades, and despite public health initiatives such as clean needle exchange programs, methadone clinics, and Narcan, there continues to be a concerning rise in the number of drug usage and death secondary to drug overdose in the young adult. Recently, Narcan became approved for over-the-counter usage to combat the...
Show moreSubstance abuse, specifically opioid abuse, continues to be one of the largest epidemics in the United States. Death caused by overdose has seen a steady increase over the past few decades, and despite public health initiatives such as clean needle exchange programs, methadone clinics, and Narcan, there continues to be a concerning rise in the number of drug usage and death secondary to drug overdose in the young adult. Recently, Narcan became approved for over-the-counter usage to combat the increased incidents of overdose. Scholarly evidence shows that opioid use disorder is most effectively treated with a combination of medication and psychotherapy, particularly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Although Medication-Assisted Therapy (MAT) remains the gold standard in the treatment of opioid use disorder, the evidence and literature presented throughout this project will document how much more effective treatment is when patients are engaging in psychotherapy. The evidence shows that patients have a reduction in cravings, there is a reduction in relapse, and in many cases the patients can maintain long-term sobriety utilizing the tools learned in psychotherapy sessions. This project is a quality improvement project, in which I assessed the current processes in place to assess current treatment of patients seeking initial psychiatric evaluation, as well as of those engaging in follow up visits for the treatment of OUD. From there, I realized that my project site did not have a current process in place unique to patients being seen for OUD. I developed a questionnaire, based on similarities between our patients seen for OUD, that would be used with patients to establish a baseline and used to gauge effectiveness of treatment at increments. Ten patients were followed from May to October to generate these findings that will be presented. In the end, this project has provided a promising conclusion: combined therapy with MAT and psychotherapy for treatment of OUD is effective in optimizing sobriety.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000076
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- Document (PDF)
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- Screening, Education, and Counseling to Address the Obesity Epidemic in Pediatric and Adolescent Populations.
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- Lanter, Sophie, Heinze, Katherine, Gambino, Paul, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Childhood and adolescent obesity are significant public health concerns in the United States, with about 19% of children and adolescents aged 2-19 years being obese. Obesity is associated with several health risks, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and mental health issues. However, in many families there is a significant knowledge deficit in terms of risks and prevention for childhood and adolescent obesity. This Doctor of Nursing Practice project aims to address the gap in...
Show moreChildhood and adolescent obesity are significant public health concerns in the United States, with about 19% of children and adolescents aged 2-19 years being obese. Obesity is associated with several health risks, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and mental health issues. However, in many families there is a significant knowledge deficit in terms of risks and prevention for childhood and adolescent obesity. This Doctor of Nursing Practice project aims to address the gap in knowledge and awareness of childhood and adolescent obesity by implementing a screening, education, and counseling program within the Primary care setting. The project identified overweight and obese young adults between the ages of 12-21 years old, as well as providing education and counseling about co-morbid conditions. A 4-point Likert scale, created by the project leader, was given to participants to assess their baseline knowledge at the beginning of the project. Throughout the duration of the project, we worked to provide participants with strategies necessary for healthy lifestyle modification. The project utilized evidence-based interventions to help the participants learn how to adopt healthier habits, in an effort to increase knowledge about childhood/adolescent obesity, its subsequent co-morbidities, and the importance of continual screening, education, and counseling. The same 4-point Likert scale was given to participants as a post-study comparison. At the conclusion of the program, paired sample t-tests and Wilcoxon signed rank tests were used to analyze study data. The paired samples t-test and Wilcoxon signed rank test showed a significant reduction in BMI over the course of the project; furthermore, physical activity, understanding of balanced nutrition, and health food knowledge significantly increased over the course of the project. The implementation of this project has the potential to increase education, awareness, and may improve health outcomes. Future studies designed to empower families and healthcare providers with knowledge and tools to prevent and manage childhood and adolescent obesity, have the potential to make strides towards a healthier and more equitable society.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000078
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- Self- care & Burnout Amongst Emergency Room Nurses.
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- Oliver, Abigail, Harris, Nancy, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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This project will examine Self-care and Burnout amongst Emergency Room (ER) Nurses. This Quality Improvement (QI) project will be conducted at a 26-bed emergency room in a Southeast Florida hospital over 4 weeks. The Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) by Mind Garden will be administered to nurses pre and post intervention. The intervention will consist of a self-care health promotion presentation that provides information regarding the importance of self-care, self-care...
Show moreThis project will examine Self-care and Burnout amongst Emergency Room (ER) Nurses. This Quality Improvement (QI) project will be conducted at a 26-bed emergency room in a Southeast Florida hospital over 4 weeks. The Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) by Mind Garden will be administered to nurses pre and post intervention. The intervention will consist of a self-care health promotion presentation that provides information regarding the importance of self-care, self-care tips and examples of implementing these activities in their daily practice. The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) was developed as a research instrument to assess burnout using three dimensions: Emotional Exhaustion, Depersonalization and reduced personal accomplishment. Each participant will be given a link to sign on and complete the Maslach Burnout Inventory by Mind Garden prior to the health promotion presentation and 3 weeks after pre-and post-assessment MBI HSS results. Data was collected from 9 participants. Data was collected in Excel and the data analysis was conducted using Intellectus Statistics (2023). Upper-tailed paired samples t-tests were conducted to examine whether emergency room nurses reported decreases in Emotional Exhaustion and Depersonalization from pretest to posttest. Likewise, a lower-tailed paired sample t-test was used to examine the increase in personal achievements from pretest to posttest. There were decreases in feelings of depersonalization and increases in personal accomplishments were noted after the self-promotion presentation. Self-care may be a simple, cost-effective tool to reduce nurse burnout and promote retention.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000101
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- Document (PDF)
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- Evaluation of Geriatric Education and Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare Practice: Identifying Opportunities to Improve Care for Older Adults.
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- Jarrin, Tatiana, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Background Interprofessional collaboration and knowledge of how to care for older adults are important components of high-quality care for a multitude of healthcare disciplines. The aging population presents unique challenges to healthcare professionals, and education on how to care for older adults can equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to provide optimal care. Florida Atlantic University’s (FAU) Office of Interprofessional Education and Practice (IPE&P) designed a Foundational...
Show moreBackground Interprofessional collaboration and knowledge of how to care for older adults are important components of high-quality care for a multitude of healthcare disciplines. The aging population presents unique challenges to healthcare professionals, and education on how to care for older adults can equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to provide optimal care. Florida Atlantic University’s (FAU) Office of Interprofessional Education and Practice (IPE&P) designed a Foundational Level Program which includes the Canvas modules for IPEP 2022-2023 and the Senior Adult Geriatric Educator (SAGE) visits. This program is an example of an academic initiative that aims to improve interprofessional collaboration among healthcare professionals regarding education and assessment of the aging population. Aim This program evaluation aimed to examine the current SAGE Mentor program that is presented through Florida Atlantic University’s Office of Interprofessional Education and Practice and to evaluate whether students who participated experienced enhanced competency upon completion of this Foundational Level Program.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000089
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- Document (PDF)
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- Gaining Insight into the Experiences of Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Improving Outcomes.
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- Reyes, Margaret Mary, Hain, Debra, Bhatia, Padam, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
- Date Issued
- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000102
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- Improvement of foot care knowledge and behaviors of diabetic patients.
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- Huffman, Samantha, Mammah, Kyndall, Carter, Kelsey, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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In the United States over 37 million people have diabetes. The condition damages blood vessels and tissues leading to peripheral neuropathy and impaired wound healing. The loss of protective sensation associated with diabetes can prevent patients from recognizing when they have a wound or some other kind of skin damage present. Delayed identification of wounds in a diabetic patient can have dangerous consequences, most notable amputation of the affected body part. In fact, diabetes is the...
Show moreIn the United States over 37 million people have diabetes. The condition damages blood vessels and tissues leading to peripheral neuropathy and impaired wound healing. The loss of protective sensation associated with diabetes can prevent patients from recognizing when they have a wound or some other kind of skin damage present. Delayed identification of wounds in a diabetic patient can have dangerous consequences, most notable amputation of the affected body part. In fact, diabetes is the strongest influence in non-traumatic lower extremity amputations. The purpose of this project was to increase patient knowledge of proper foot-care as well as improve foot self-care behaviors at home. The project team members sought to achieve this by implementing a standardized patient education program for diabetic patients in addition to performing a diabetic foot exam (DFE) with the patient in the primary care setting. The education sessions included verbal and written instruction that were developed using the American Diabetes Association (ADA) proper foot care guidelines. After the implementation of the project, scores on both the basic diabetes foot-care questionnaire and the diabetes foot self-care behavior scale (DFSBS) increased.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000077
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- Document (PDF)
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- Improving Postpartum Depression Screening in African American Women Less than 35 years.
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- Phillips, Nikia, Chambers, Karen, Sajous, Farah, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) is a devastating illness that can produce detrimental outcomes for mothers, families, and communities. Depression screening during the early postpartum period is essential as it assist health care providers in identifying “high-risk” cases of PPD, including women suffering from major depression, hallucinations, or suicidal thoughts (Couto et al., 2015). Postpartum depression is highest in African American (AA) women under the age of 35 years who are...
Show moreBackground: Postpartum depression (PPD) is a devastating illness that can produce detrimental outcomes for mothers, families, and communities. Depression screening during the early postpartum period is essential as it assist health care providers in identifying “high-risk” cases of PPD, including women suffering from major depression, hallucinations, or suicidal thoughts (Couto et al., 2015). Postpartum depression is highest in African American (AA) women under the age of 35 years who are single mothers, women who are victims of domestic violence and those who reside in under-resourced communities. Education on how to effectively screen for and treat PPD at the provider and community level is vital in combating the disparities in black maternal mental health. Objective: The purpose of this project is to implement a quality improvement project that will identify the lack of screening for PPD in AA women <35 years by healthcare providers, and educate and train clinical providers on how to effectively screen and diagnose PPD using a standardized screening tool during the early postpartum period of AA women < 35 yrs.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000085
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- Document (PDF)
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- SHARED approach to lessen ER readmissions of Substance use disorder (SUD) with BRIDGE program.
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- Hamilton, Losarnia, Kelly, Tracian, Cordero, Nelson, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Substance use disorders (SUD) are associated with an excessive number of hospital and emergency room visits, as well as noncompliance with medical guidance. Many low-barrier substance abuse treatment bridge clinics are hospital-based outpatient operations that are not licensed as opioid treatment facilities (OTPs). The aim of this quality improvement project is to reduce ER readmissions for patients suffering from substance abuse disorders. Improvements were seen in patients after three...
Show moreSubstance use disorders (SUD) are associated with an excessive number of hospital and emergency room visits, as well as noncompliance with medical guidance. Many low-barrier substance abuse treatment bridge clinics are hospital-based outpatient operations that are not licensed as opioid treatment facilities (OTPs). The aim of this quality improvement project is to reduce ER readmissions for patients suffering from substance abuse disorders. Improvements were seen in patients after three months of participation in the provided BRIDGE program using the shared technique. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality's (AHRQ) SHARE Approach to Decision-Making assists healthcare clinicians in partnering with patients to make the best decision possible for them. The frequent emergency room visits by people suffering from SUD inspired our project. The DNP student visited with SUD patients in the ED and engaged in collaborative decision-making with them. This project aims to educate individuals who visit the Broward Health Medical Center emergency room about the importance of a substance abuse treatment program. Nonparametric statistics were utilized to determine the extent to which the individual was active in the decision-making process. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the participants who consented and refused to participate in the BRIDGE Program, as well as to calculate the percentage of participants who agreed to participate in the BRIDGE Program and whether any of them were readmitted during the program.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000100
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- Document (PDF)
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- Well Balanced Yoga: Impact of Chair Yoga on Balance and Well-Being Among Older Adults Residing in Assisted Living.
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- Barrett, Karrah, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Falls among older adults are steadily increasing and contribute to the growing mortality and morbidity rates of this population. Fall prevention measures are complex and require a multidimensional approach to reduce associated risk factors. Older adults with more engagement were less prone to feelings of loneliness and, consequently, exhibited elevated levels of physical, psychological, and social well-being. This project explores the potential use of chair yoga as a non-pharmacological...
Show moreFalls among older adults are steadily increasing and contribute to the growing mortality and morbidity rates of this population. Fall prevention measures are complex and require a multidimensional approach to reduce associated risk factors. Older adults with more engagement were less prone to feelings of loneliness and, consequently, exhibited elevated levels of physical, psychological, and social well-being. This project explores the potential use of chair yoga as a non-pharmacological intervention to enhance balance and well-being among older adults residing in an assisted living facility. Evidence shows physical activity using yoga can decrease fall risk factors and improve psychological health. The project leader provided instruction on the implementation of chair yoga over a six-week period. The findings showed an improvement in balance based on the BERG Balance Test, and the WHO-5 Well-Being Index demonstrated an improvement of well-being. These results highlight the benefits of chair yoga in improving balance and a sense of well-being in this population. Further investigation is needed in motivational strategies, recruitment, and staff engagement. This project emphasizes the importance of physical activity programs among older adults residing in Assisted Living Facilities to improve overall health and well-being.
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- 2023
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000086
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- Document (PDF)
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- EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES AND PRACTICES IN MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION IN SOUTH KOREA.
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- Lee, Yoonhee, Sembiante, Sabrina, Florida Atlantic University, Department of Curriculum, Culture, and Educational Inquiry, College of Education
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The purpose of this dissertation research is to examine the perspectives of early childhood teachers with regard to multicultural education in South Korea. This study sought to identify teachers’ personal and professional beliefs about multicultural education as defined by their perceptions, descriptions, feelings, judgments, memories, and discussions with others. To better understand early childhood teachers’ perspectives of multicultural education in South Korea, the following research...
Show moreThe purpose of this dissertation research is to examine the perspectives of early childhood teachers with regard to multicultural education in South Korea. This study sought to identify teachers’ personal and professional beliefs about multicultural education as defined by their perceptions, descriptions, feelings, judgments, memories, and discussions with others. To better understand early childhood teachers’ perspectives of multicultural education in South Korea, the following research questions serve as a compass for the study: (a) What are South Korean early childhood teachers’ understandings and beliefs about multicultural education in their classrooms? (b) How do South Korean early childhood teachers implement multicultural practices in their classroom environment and curriculums? Findings show that teachers recognized a need for multicultural education because of the increasing diversity in South Korea. Although they understood embracing diversity, they shared opposing views about multicultural families while recognizing their bias as a challenge in the classroom. Teachers were unaware of the significance of the classroom environment and its influence on multicultural teaching, adding multicultural materials to accommodate children from multicultural families rather than actively integrating multiculturalism in curriculum and instructional interactions. Implications suggest avenues for increased multicultural understanding through teacher preparation, professional development, curricular revision, and policy changes.
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- 2023
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014183
- Subject Headings
- Early childhood teachers--Korea (South), Early childhood education, Multicultural education--Korea (South)
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- Document (PDF)
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- EFFECTS OF COVERT AUDIO COACHING ON COMMUNITY-BASED EMPLOYMENT COMMUNICATION FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY.
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- Downey, Angelica, Dukes, Charles, Florida Atlantic University, Department of Exceptional Student Education, College of Education
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College students with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) are afforded many educational opportunities through Inclusive Post-Secondary Education (IPSE) programs, including employment training. Competitive employment can contribute a rich independent life, thus more employment training opportunities can be beneficial. Low employment rates for adults with ID have motivated these efforts to develop proper employment training. In the past, on-the-job (OTJ) training with a job coach was one of the only...
Show moreCollege students with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) are afforded many educational opportunities through Inclusive Post-Secondary Education (IPSE) programs, including employment training. Competitive employment can contribute a rich independent life, thus more employment training opportunities can be beneficial. Low employment rates for adults with ID have motivated these efforts to develop proper employment training. In the past, on-the-job (OTJ) training with a job coach was one of the only supports for adults with ID in the workplace. Now, there are a variety of evidence-based strategies that can be used in the workplace or in other community settings, such as Covert Audio Coaching (CAC), to teach adults with ID the skills they need to maintain a job. This study used a multiple probe design to examine the effects of CAC on teaching workplace communication skills to college students with ID in a real-world setting. In this study, students interned in an office setting and spoke to a co-worker at their work setting while the interventionist used a two-way radio system to provide coaching statements to the student during their conversations. All students in this study increased their on-topic communication exchanges, and these results demonstrate that CAC is an effective intervention for this population.
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- 2023
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014132
- Subject Headings
- Intellectual Disability, College students with disabilities, Special education
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- CAN GENOMIC AND ALGAL SYMBIONT DATA PREDICT CORAL RESTORATION SUCCESS? CORAL AND ALGAL SYMBIONT SEQUENCING IN A MULTI-SPECIES SOUTH FLORIDA CORAL RESTORATION EXPERIMENT.
- Creator
- Bell, Sydney L., Voss, Joshua D., Florida Atlantic University, Department of Biological Sciences, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
- Abstract/Description
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Stony coral tissue loss disease (SCTLD) emerged in 2014 and has since spread across Florida’s Coral Reef (FCR) and the Caribbean. This thesis is part of a larger project assessing the efficacy of restoring SCTLD-susceptible corals Montastraea cavernosa, Orbicella faveolata, and Pseudodiploria clivosa in SCTLD endemic areas. As part of Florida’s largest coral restoration experiment to date, 1,152 cement bases with 5,760 coral fragments from 99 source colonies were outplanted across six regions...
Show moreStony coral tissue loss disease (SCTLD) emerged in 2014 and has since spread across Florida’s Coral Reef (FCR) and the Caribbean. This thesis is part of a larger project assessing the efficacy of restoring SCTLD-susceptible corals Montastraea cavernosa, Orbicella faveolata, and Pseudodiploria clivosa in SCTLD endemic areas. As part of Florida’s largest coral restoration experiment to date, 1,152 cement bases with 5,760 coral fragments from 99 source colonies were outplanted across six regions throughout FCR and monitored monthly over two years for survival, disease, and growth. Before outplanting, coral tissue samples were collected for high-resolution 2bRAD and ITS2 sequencing to genotype the corals and characterize their initial algal symbiont communities. Neither host genetic lineages nor algal symbiont types significantly affected SCTLD susceptibility or survival, negating the hypothesis of SCTLD-resistant “super coral” lineages. Results from this study will inform the feasibility and design of future coral restoration efforts in SCTLD endemic zones to maintain or enhance coral biodiversity.
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- 2023
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014204
- Subject Headings
- Corals--Diseases, Coral reef restoration
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- CHARACTERIZATION OF PROCONVULSANT MECHANISMS ON GABAERGIC NEUROTRANSMISSION IN CAENORHABDITIS ELEGANS.
- Creator
- Suthakaran, Nirthieca, Dawson-Scully, Ken, Florida Atlantic University, Department of Biological Sciences, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
- Abstract/Description
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Epilepsy is a prevalent brain disorder that affects more than 1 in 26 people in the United States. The recurring increased neuronal excitability during seizures results in sleep disturbances and muscle convulsions that reduce the quality of life and increase the healthcare costs for these patients. An epilepsy diagnosis is made when patients have had two or more seizures. There are many types of seizures and an individual can have more than one type. Seizures are classified into two groups, 1...
Show moreEpilepsy is a prevalent brain disorder that affects more than 1 in 26 people in the United States. The recurring increased neuronal excitability during seizures results in sleep disturbances and muscle convulsions that reduce the quality of life and increase the healthcare costs for these patients. An epilepsy diagnosis is made when patients have had two or more seizures. There are many types of seizures and an individual can have more than one type. Seizures are classified into two groups, 1) generalized seizures that affect both sides of the brain and 2) focal seizures that are located in just one area of the brain. The causes of epilepsy vary by the age of the person, some with no clear cause may have a genetic form of epilepsy. Due to the various causes and types of seizures, many treatments including invasive surgeries and antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) do not work for all epileptic/seizure patients and are merely used to ease symptoms. The physiological complexity of the disorder and limited knowledge on its specific molecular mechanisms may contribute to the lack of effective treatment. In recent years, there has been an estimated average cost in billions of dollars to bring new medicine to the market; due to the lack of novel antiseizure targets and mechanism-based therapies on seizure phenotypes. In response to this, we utilized the electroconvulsive seizure behavioral assay to characterize one generalized seizure phenotype, tonic-clonic/grand mal seizures.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2023
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014198
- Subject Headings
- Epilepsy, Epilepsy--physiopathology, Seizures, Caenorhabditis elegans
- Format
- Document (PDF)