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- The Effect of a Culturally Relevant Cardiovascular Health Promotion Program on Rural African Americans.
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- Abbott, Laurie S., Williams, Christine L., Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Health disparities among rural African Americans include disproportionately higher morbidity and mortality rates associated with cardiovascular disease. Interventions designed to decrease cardiovascular risk can potentially improve health outcomes among rural, underserved communities. The purpose of this study was to test the effect of a cardiovascular health promotion intervention among rural African Americans. An experimental study randomized by church clusters was done in two rural...
Show moreHealth disparities among rural African Americans include disproportionately higher morbidity and mortality rates associated with cardiovascular disease. Interventions designed to decrease cardiovascular risk can potentially improve health outcomes among rural, underserved communities. The purpose of this study was to test the effect of a cardiovascular health promotion intervention among rural African Americans. An experimental study randomized by church clusters was done in two rural counties in northern Florida. A total of 229 participants, 114 in the intervention group and 115 in the control group, were recruited from twelve rural African American churches. The pretest-posttest design included instruments chosen to measure cardiovascular health habits and knowledge as well as changes in produce consumption, dietary fat intake, and exercise using the major components of the Integrated Model of Behavioral Prediction: intentions, norms, attitudes, and self-efficacy. Linear mixed model was the statistical test used to detect the program effects. Participants who received the intervention had significant increases in scores for the cardiovascular health habits (p < .01) and health knowledge (p < .01) variables compared with the control group. There were also significant group differences regarding intentions to increase produce consumption (p < .01) and reduce dietary fat intake (p < .01). The cardiovascular health program was associated with other statistically significant results including produce consumption attitudes (p = .01) and norms (p < .01), dietary fat attitudes (p = .04) and norms (p < .01), and exercise attitudes (p < .01). There were also significant results found for perceived behavioral control/self-efficacy regarding increasing produce consumption (p < .01), reducing dietary fat intake (p = .03), and increasing exercise (p = .01). Compared to the control group, the cardiovascular health promotion intervention was effective in fostering positive health effects for most of the variables measured. The findings supported the theoretical framework used for guiding the study, the Integrative Model of Behavioral Prediction Nurse-led health promotion interventions within church settings can be effective means for reducing overall cardiovascular risk and health disparities among rural African American populations.
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- 2015
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004475
- Subject Headings
- African Americans -- Health and hygiene, African Americans -- Health services accessibility, African Americans -- Health services accessibility, Cultural awareness -- United States, Discrimination in medical care, Health status indicators -- United States
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- Differences in Nurses’ Perceptions of Safety Culture, Nurse-Physician Collaboration, and Level of Job Satisfaction Related to the Type of Obstetrical Physician Service Delivery Model Utilized.
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- Abiri, Olga, Sherman, Rose O., Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Creating a safety culture is the focus in the current healthcare environment. An inhouse, around-the-clock laborist service delivery model has been associated with positive outcomes, but little is known about the laborist structure’s contribution to the labor-anddelivery working environment. The purpose of this descriptive correlational study was to explore the effects of physician service delivery model on safety culture, nurse-physician collaboration, and nurses’ job satisfaction. An...
Show moreCreating a safety culture is the focus in the current healthcare environment. An inhouse, around-the-clock laborist service delivery model has been associated with positive outcomes, but little is known about the laborist structure’s contribution to the labor-anddelivery working environment. The purpose of this descriptive correlational study was to explore the effects of physician service delivery model on safety culture, nurse-physician collaboration, and nurses’ job satisfaction. An additional purpose was to examine associations between nurses’ perceptions of safety culture, nurse-physician collaboration, and job satisfaction. Ray’s (1981, 1989) Theory of Bureaucratic Caring and Homan’s (1974) Social Exchange Theory guided this study. A survey consisting of demographic questions, the Collaborative Practice Scale (Weiss & Davis, 1985), the Hospital Survey on Patient Safety Culture (Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, 2015; HSOPSC), and the McCloskey and Mueller Satisfaction Scale (McCloskey & Mueller, 1990) was distributed to registered nurses (RNs) nationwide. The results indicated that nurses in facilities using the around-the-clock model had higher perceptions of nursephysician collaboration, but not of safety culture or job satisfaction in relation to the physician service-delivery model. Significant moderate-to-strong correlations between nurses’ perceptions of patient safety and job satisfaction, and a weak correlation between bedside nurses’ perceptions of nurse-physician collaboration and job satisfaction were demonstrated. Additional significant correlations were found between the instrument subscales. Control/responsibility in the MMSS scale was positively associated with both management support for patient safety, supervisors’ and managers’ expectations and actions promoting patient safety, and overall perceptions of safety in the HSOPSC scale. Praise and recognition in the MMSS scale were positively associated with supervisor/manager expectations and actions promoting patient safety in the HSOPSC scale. Further appraisal is needed to understand the mechanism by which the laborist model affects patient care and work environment. Recommendations for future research include replicating the study with a larger sample sizes in specific groups based on the role and scheduled shift, conducting the study in a single system or location to mitigate the effects of other variables; and exploring physicians’ perspectives on the variables being studied.
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- 2017
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004969, http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004959
- Subject Headings
- Dissertations, Academic -- Florida Atlantic University, Obstetrics--Practice., Medical care--Safety measures., Nurse-physician collaboration., Nurses--Job satisfaction., Labor and delivery.
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- Document (PDF)
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- THE KNOWLEDGE OF AND ATTITUDES TOWARDS SEXUAL RISK BEHAVIORS AMONG NIGERIAN AMERICAN ADOLESCENTS.
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- Adenmosun, Elizabeth Opeyemi, Archibald, Cynthia, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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The disproportionate representation of African American adolescents engaging in sexual risk behaviors (SRB) compared to their other racial counterparts is stark. This SRB disparity can be eliminated by addressing ethnic group-specific populations, such as Nigerian American adolescents (NAAs), and requiring an intentional effort and sensitivity regarding the methodology. Protection Motivation Theory and selected Roach's Cs guided this study in a virtual setting, and the uniqueness of NAAs...
Show moreThe disproportionate representation of African American adolescents engaging in sexual risk behaviors (SRB) compared to their other racial counterparts is stark. This SRB disparity can be eliminated by addressing ethnic group-specific populations, such as Nigerian American adolescents (NAAs), and requiring an intentional effort and sensitivity regarding the methodology. Protection Motivation Theory and selected Roach's Cs guided this study in a virtual setting, and the uniqueness of NAAs surfaced. Twenty-five male and female participants were recruited through Nigerian American Foundation. Each participant met the inclusion criteria of self-identification as Nigerian American, male, and female adolescents aged 13 –17 years old, being able to read and provide written assent in English, South Florida residence, Nigerian parentage, or Nigerian birth living in the US within five years. An exploratory, descriptive design employed a mixed-methods study to identify SRB knowledge and attitudes among NAAs. Quantitatively, SRB knowledge and attitudes were assessed using the West Virginia Youth Risk Behavior Inventory, acculturation measure for Afro-Caribbean youths was adapted for the NAAs, and a sociodemographic questionnaire. For the qualitative component, a developed guide was used in focus group discussions.
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- 2021
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013786
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- Nigerian Americans, Sexual Behavior--Adolescent, Unsafe sex
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- Document (PDF)
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- Enhancing Nurse Practitioner Student Preparation for Pediatric Practicum Settings.
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- Akinpelu, Olufunmilayo, Evangelista, Jasmin, Bulfin, Susan, Opalinski, Andra, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Due to increasing numbers of family nurse practitioner programs and lack of suitable pediatric clinical sites, other alternative methods such as using simulations must be sought out in order to increase confidence levels and enhance family nurse practitioner (FNP) students' preparedness to practice with the pediatric population.
- Date Issued
- 2020
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000001
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- Document (PDF)
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- THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES, RESILIENCE, AND PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH AMONG ADULTS IN SAUDI ARABIA.
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- Alanbry, Toqa, Smith, Marlaine, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), involving abuse, neglect, and violence exposure, have been connected to undesirable physical and mental health consequences across the life span. With regards to the range of factors that moderates the impact of ACEs on life course health, resilience is suggested as a quality that can lead to better health and quality of life outcomes. The purpose of the study was to examine the relationship between adult-reported ACEs, resilience, and mental and physical...
Show moreAdverse childhood experiences (ACEs), involving abuse, neglect, and violence exposure, have been connected to undesirable physical and mental health consequences across the life span. With regards to the range of factors that moderates the impact of ACEs on life course health, resilience is suggested as a quality that can lead to better health and quality of life outcomes. The purpose of the study was to examine the relationship between adult-reported ACEs, resilience, and mental and physical health in Saudi Arabia. The study was a predictive/correlational design. A total of 328 participants completed the online questionnaire through (Qualtrics). The independent variables were ACEs and resilience while the dependent variable was physical and mental health. The variables were measured by: 1) The ACE International Questionnaire (ACE-IQ). 2) The Physical and Mental Health Checklist. 3) The Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale -25 (CD-RISC-25). Descriptive statics showed that 97% of participants were medically diagnosed with some health illnesses and they were under the age of 45 years old.
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- 2022
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014107
- Subject Headings
- Adverse Childhood Experiences, Mental Health, Resilience (Personality trait), Saudi Arabia
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- Document (PDF)
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- The Lived Experiences of Saudi-born Parents Who Have Delayed Vaccines for Their Children Prior to School Age.
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- Albalawi, Hayam M., Opalinski, Andra S., Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Parents are historically the decision makers related to vaccinations with infants and children. Over the past few years, healthcare providers have been facing a growing number of parents who are questioning the safety and the need for routine vaccinations. Studies conducted in Saudi Arabia revealed that not all Saudi-born parents support childhood vaccination and eventually delay their children vaccination. Understanding the cultural influences on parents in Saudi Arabia about the adherence...
Show moreParents are historically the decision makers related to vaccinations with infants and children. Over the past few years, healthcare providers have been facing a growing number of parents who are questioning the safety and the need for routine vaccinations. Studies conducted in Saudi Arabia revealed that not all Saudi-born parents support childhood vaccination and eventually delay their children vaccination. Understanding the cultural influences on parents in Saudi Arabia about the adherence to childhood vaccination program is crucial for health and safety of the whole society. The purpose of this study was to explore experiences of Saudi-born parents who have delayed vaccinations for their children prior to school age. Through a Heideggerian hermeneutic interpretive phenomenological method and the lens of caring theory, this research sought to uncover the essence of Saudi-born parents’ lived experiences where they were allowed to speak and provide their perspectives in their own words. Leininger’s Culture Care Diversity and Universality Theory was used as the theoretical framework guiding this study. Leininger’s Sunrise Enabler-Model provided a framework for assessing the sociocultural aspects of Saudi-born parents that may have influence the vaccine delays for their children. The nine participants provided a rich and thick description of the phenomenon in this study from which three essential themes emerged. The three essential themes were: 1) struggling with barriers, 2) seeking vaccine information (Formal and Informal) and their influence on participants’ decision, and 3) hesitating to vaccinate. Study findings explored cultural factors such as knowledge, access to healthcare centers, work responsibilities, and social media that influenced vaccinating children prior to school in Saudi Arabia. Greater understanding of delays in child vaccination by Saudiborn parents equips nurses in addressing cultural perspectives to reduce communicable diseases amongst children.
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- 2021
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013811
- Subject Headings
- Vaccination of children, Saudi Arabians, Parents
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- Document (PDF)
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- The Use of Spinal Cord Stimulator for Chronic Pain Management and Opioid Use – A Program Evaluation.
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- Alexis, Florine, Echeona, Xochil, France, Nancey E. M., Forte, Alyzza De La UZ, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Chronic pain is defined by the International Association of the Study of Pain as, “pain that persists beyond normal tissue healing time, which is assumed to be three months” (CDC, 2018 p.2). Chronic pain can be in any part of the body, but is most commonly experienced in the mid-back, lower back, leg, and head, in the form of headache. It is estimated that 80 percent of the U.S. population has experienced at least one episode of back pain in their lifetime.
- Date Issued
- 2020
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000002
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- Document (PDF)
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- THE INFLUENCE OF NURSE-CARING FACTORS ON PATIENT SAFETY CULTURE.
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- Alfahd, Hanan, Longo, Joy, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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The purpose of this study is to examine the influence of technology perception and caring nurse-patient interactions on patient safety culture from the perception of critical care nurses in Saudi Arabia and to assess the mediating role of compassion fatigue on the relationship between technology perception and patient safety culture and between caring nurse-patient interactions and patient safety culture. A cross-sectional study was conducted in July and August 2022, in three hospitals...
Show moreThe purpose of this study is to examine the influence of technology perception and caring nurse-patient interactions on patient safety culture from the perception of critical care nurses in Saudi Arabia and to assess the mediating role of compassion fatigue on the relationship between technology perception and patient safety culture and between caring nurse-patient interactions and patient safety culture. A cross-sectional study was conducted in July and August 2022, in three hospitals located in the eastern province of Saudi Arabia. A convenience, purposive sample of critical care nurses who provides direct care to patients in critical care units, stepdown, and emergency departments were recruited. one hundred and eighty-three nurse participated in this study with an overall response rate of 51.69%. Nurse participants completed the Survey of Patient Safety Culture for Hospitals, the Technological Influences Questionnaire subscale of the Caring Attributes, Professional Self-Concept, and Technological Influences scale, the Caring Nurse-Patient Interactions scale, and the Compassion Fatigue subscale from the ProQOL scale which contained the Secondary Traumatic Stress and Burnout subscales. Descriptive statistics and a linear regression model were used to analyze the research data. A significant relationship was found between technology perception and patient safety culture and between caring nurse patient interaction and patient safety culture. There is no significant mediating role of the Secondary Traumatic Stress on the relationship between technology perception and patient safety culture and between caring nurse patient interaction and patient safety culture. The burnout has a full mediating effect on the relationship between technology perception and patient safety culture and a partial mediating effect on the relationship between caring nurse patient interaction and patient safety culture. The research findings have established the foundation of the relationship between nursing caring factors (perception of technology and caring nurse-patient interaction) and patient safety culture. However, more research is needed to understand the direct effect of these relationships on patient outcomes.
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- 2022
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014063
- Subject Headings
- Intensive care nursing, Saudi Arabia, Nurse-Patient Relations, Patient Safety, Compassion Fatigue
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- Document (PDF)
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- Mixed Method of Health Literacy and Diabetes Self- Management Among Saudi Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
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- Almashni, Ibtisam Y., Hain, Debra, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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The worldwide threat of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) has been increasing rapidly, and is now an estimated 463 million, of which 55 million people originate from Middle East and Nort African (“MENA”) region (international Diabetes Federation [“IDF’], 2020). In Saudi Arabia, the prevalence of diabetes has roughly reached a ten-fold increase in the past three decades, placing Saudi Arabia’s incidence as one of the highest globally (Almubark et al., 2022). The purpose of the study was to examine the...
Show moreThe worldwide threat of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) has been increasing rapidly, and is now an estimated 463 million, of which 55 million people originate from Middle East and Nort African (“MENA”) region (international Diabetes Federation [“IDF’], 2020). In Saudi Arabia, the prevalence of diabetes has roughly reached a ten-fold increase in the past three decades, placing Saudi Arabia’s incidence as one of the highest globally (Almubark et al., 2022). The purpose of the study was to examine the relationship between health and diabetes self-management among Saudi adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). The study further aimed to explore how Saudi adult with T2DM seek and utilize diabetes knowledge to self-manage their diabetes. The study was guided by Leininger’s Culture Care Diversity and Universality Theory (2002). Leininger’s Sunrise Enabler- Model provided a framework to explore the various factors that affect diabetes self-management through a cultural lens. This model provides a comprehensive understanding pf multiple factors influencing diabetes self-management. A sample of 66 Saudi adults with T2DM aged 40-61 and older was recruited from diabetes center and Primary Healthcare Center (PHCC) at National Guard Hospital King Abdulaziz Medical City Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. A Parallel Mixed Method (PPM) design was applied, using semi-structured interviews, Diabetes Self-management Questionnaire (DSMQ), Short Test of Functional Health Literacy in Adult (S-TOFHLA), and sociodemographic surveys.
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- 2023
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014326
- Subject Headings
- Diabetes, Health literacy, Self Management, Saudi Arabians, Health education
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- Document (PDF)
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- Hypertension: Improving Outcomes through Enrollment in a Walking Exercise Program.
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- Almonord, Bernice, Brennen, Marlene, Dorval, Julina T., Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Hypertension is a major health care challenge. Uncontrolled hypertension is a huge financial burden in the United States. Strict medication adherence and lifestyle modifications such as incorporating a low sodium diet and increasing daily aerobic physical activity have been proven to be effective in managing hypertension. However, uncontrollable hypertension continues to be one of the most leading causes of cardiovascular disease and death worldwide. When compared to other groups, Haitians...
Show moreHypertension is a major health care challenge. Uncontrolled hypertension is a huge financial burden in the United States. Strict medication adherence and lifestyle modifications such as incorporating a low sodium diet and increasing daily aerobic physical activity have been proven to be effective in managing hypertension. However, uncontrollable hypertension continues to be one of the most leading causes of cardiovascular disease and death worldwide. When compared to other groups, Haitians have a higher disproportionate risk of morbidity and mortality from chronic disease. The purpose of this quality improvement project was to evaluate the effectiveness of physical activity through a walking exercise program and hypertension self-management education on blood pressure in Haitian adults aged 35 to 84 diagnosed with hypertension in the primary care setting. The project was an 8-week online/remote walking exercise program designed to provide bi-weekly hypertension self-management education sessions (moderate-intensity physical activity, low salt diet management, and medication adherence teaching), weekly self-adjusted step goals, and weekly one-on-one physical activity nurse counseling via telephone/video teleconference. The study results showed that participants who were fully engaged in the walking exercise program were able to manage their blood pressure by increasing their physical activity level, adhering to a low sodium diet, and increasing medication adherence.
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- 2020
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000003
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- Document (PDF)
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- THE LIVED EXPERIENCE OF FAMILY CAREGIVERS OF PERSONS WITH SERIOUS MENTAL ILLNESS IN SAUDI ARABIA.
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- Alqhtani, Samirh Said, King, Beth, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Global research on family caregivers’ experiences with individuals who have serious mental illnesses has increased in different cultures. However, less research has been conducted on caregivers’ experiences within cultural contexts by using transcultural theory. Further, limited studies explored family caregivers’ lived experiences of people with serious mental illnesses in Saudi Arabia. The purpose of this hermeneutic phenomenological study was to explore the lived experiences of family...
Show moreGlobal research on family caregivers’ experiences with individuals who have serious mental illnesses has increased in different cultures. However, less research has been conducted on caregivers’ experiences within cultural contexts by using transcultural theory. Further, limited studies explored family caregivers’ lived experiences of people with serious mental illnesses in Saudi Arabia. The purpose of this hermeneutic phenomenological study was to explore the lived experiences of family caregivers of persons with serious mental illnesses in Saudi Arabia in a home environment. Guided by Ray’s (2016) Transcultural Caring Dynamics in Nursing and Health-Care Model and Diekelmann’s seven-stage analysis, this study interpreted the meaning of the family caregivers’ lived experiences for individuals with serious mental illness within Saudi Arabia. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and demographic data with participants. Participants included 10 males and 5 females, who ranged in age from 24 to 53 years. Fourteen of the participants were siblings. The meaning of families’ lived experiences was interpreted as a multidimensional process within Saudi culture in the constitutive pattern of the dynamic of an endless cycle of care. Three relational themes and 11 sub-themes were categorized to capture the multidimensional nature of the phenomenon: (a) development of caring experiences (formation of knowledge and Allah/spirituality); (b) living culture values and beliefs (societal views, caregivers’ beliefs and attitudes, caregiver in family, impact of social media, caregiver as financially supportive, and mental health care services); and (c) meaning of care ( being available, expressing love, and being present). This study's findings offer implications for nursing education, nursing practice, health policy, and future research recommendations.
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- 2022
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014051
- Subject Headings
- Caregivers, Mental illness, Saudi Arabia, Nursing
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- Document (PDF)
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- THE UNITARY CARING LIVED EXPERIENCE OF UNCERTAINTY AMONG FAMILY CAREGIVERS OF PERSONS WITH A STROKE DURING THE HOSPITAL STAY IN SAUDI ARABIA.
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- Alselami, Seham Eid, Butcher, Howard K., Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Stroke is a major health problem in Saudi Arabia that impacts the health outcomes of adults and elderly persons. No matter its severity, stroke is a stressful life event not only for the survivors but their family caregivers as well. Uncertainty is one of the major problems facing family caregivers caring for persons with a stroke. Uncertainty affects overall health outcomes and the quality of life of family caregivers caring for persons with strokes. Current research has not yet identified...
Show moreStroke is a major health problem in Saudi Arabia that impacts the health outcomes of adults and elderly persons. No matter its severity, stroke is a stressful life event not only for the survivors but their family caregivers as well. Uncertainty is one of the major problems facing family caregivers caring for persons with a stroke. Uncertainty affects overall health outcomes and the quality of life of family caregivers caring for persons with strokes. Current research has not yet identified the meaning of the uncertainty of family caregivers of persons with strokes during hospitalization in Saudi Arabia. The purpose of this study was to gain an in-depth understanding of the meaning of uncertainty experienced by family caregivers of persons in the hospital who have survived strokes. This study used a phenomenological design. Data were collected through in-depth face-to-face and online semi-structured interviews with 15 family caregivers using openended questions. Participants were recruited from inpatient medical units and stroke care units in multi acute care hospitals in Saudi Arabia. The interviews were recorded, transcribed verbatim, translated, and analyzed using the hermeneutic phenomenological unitary caring research method. NVivo software (Version 12) was used to manage the qualitative data.
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- 2022
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014047
- Subject Headings
- Stroke, Caregivers, Nursing, Saudi Arabia
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- Document (PDF)
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- Mindful Reading Strategy for Parents: Impact on Parental Perception of Behavioral Disorder Problem Behaviors and Parent-Child Relationship.
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- Aragon, Catalina, Gordon, Shirley, Ward, Janet V., Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Clinical question: In parents with children 3-5 years of age with reported behavioral disorder problem behaviors (P), how does implementing a mindful reading strategy with their children, (I) compared to traditional reading or no reading (C) effect parents’ perception of problem behaviors and parent-child relationship (O) within 8 weeks (T)? This quality improvement DNP project examined the effectiveness of an online video parent training program, Mindful Reading Strategy for Parents, created...
Show moreClinical question: In parents with children 3-5 years of age with reported behavioral disorder problem behaviors (P), how does implementing a mindful reading strategy with their children, (I) compared to traditional reading or no reading (C) effect parents’ perception of problem behaviors and parent-child relationship (O) within 8 weeks (T)? This quality improvement DNP project examined the effectiveness of an online video parent training program, Mindful Reading Strategy for Parents, created based on the recommendations of Susan Hendler Lederer, PhD (Lederer, 2018). The theory of Nursing as Caring by Boykin & Schoenhofer was used to ground this project in caring (Boykin & Schoenhofer, 2015; Boykin & Schoenhofer, 2019). A convenience sample of three English speaking participants with children aged 4 and 5 with parental reported behavioral disorder problem behaviors were recruited from an outpatient clinic and preschool. They were assessed prior to the video training and 8- weeks after using the Parent Perception Survey and Pre- and Post- Parent Survey. Parents reported improved parental perception of child's behavior, perception of at least one behavioral disorder problem behavior in their child, and perception of parent- child relationship. No changes in child's psychotropic medication regimen post intervention were reported and 66% of parents read to their child at least 4 times per week during intervention. In this project, the Mindful Reading Strategy for Parents training program can have a positive effect on parents’ perception of problem behaviors and parent-child relationship. Implications include increasing parent and provider education of benefits of early intervention of mindfulness embedded reading strategies for children. Based on participant feedback, shortening the video training program may improve parent participation.
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- 2022
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000061
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- Document (PDF)
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- The clinical scholar model: a strategy to bridge the theory-practice gap.
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- Arnold, Kathryn., Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate student outcomes following implementation of a clinical scholar model of clinical education in one of four placement sites of a college of nursing grounded in a caring philosophy. The question guiding the study was to determine if the clinical scholar model has an influence on student perceptions and outcomes when used with second-degree accelerated BSN students. Watson's Human Caring theory, based on ten caritas processes, serves as the theoretical...
Show moreThe purpose of this study was to evaluate student outcomes following implementation of a clinical scholar model of clinical education in one of four placement sites of a college of nursing grounded in a caring philosophy. The question guiding the study was to determine if the clinical scholar model has an influence on student perceptions and outcomes when used with second-degree accelerated BSN students. Watson's Human Caring theory, based on ten caritas processes, serves as the theoretical framework for this study (Watson, 2007). A sequential mixed-methods approach that combined quantitative and qualitative data collection techniques was implemented using a pre-experimental, post-test only design with non-equivalent groups to determine differences between the Traditional Model (TM) and Clinical Scholar Model (CSM) in clinical nursing education... Limitations of this study include low sample size and are partially due to limitations of the class size and low survey participation. Additionally, only CSM students attended a focus group, which prevented comparisons of qualitative feedback between groups. Even with these limitations, CSM students scored as well or better than TM students, indicating that the CSM could be a viable model for nursing clinical education.
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- 2013
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/3360742
- Subject Headings
- Nursing, Study and teaching, Nursing, Philosophy, Evidence-based nursing, Nursing, Psychological aspects
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- Document (PDF)
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- Using Evidence-based Approaches to Increase Cervical Cancer Screening Understanding and Uptake Among African American Women.
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- Atilus, Rosita, Paulino, Thamarre, Bulfin, Susan, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Cervical cancer screening and prevention is an important aspect of primary care. Primary care providers (PCPs) have the role of either performing the initial screening test or referring to gynecologists for testing and follow-up care if needed. The PCPs have the opportunity to to discuss the importance of cervical cancer screening at each encounter. This is of particular importance for African-American (AA) women. According to Gopalini et al. (2020) AA women have significantly higher cervical...
Show moreCervical cancer screening and prevention is an important aspect of primary care. Primary care providers (PCPs) have the role of either performing the initial screening test or referring to gynecologists for testing and follow-up care if needed. The PCPs have the opportunity to to discuss the importance of cervical cancer screening at each encounter. This is of particular importance for African-American (AA) women. According to Gopalini et al. (2020) AA women have significantly higher cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates than Non-Hispanic Whites. This quality improvement project was conducted to increase the understanding of cervical cancer screening and uptake among African American Women in a south Florida medical center. Educational sessions were implemented based on Cervical Cancer Screening (CCS) guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), instructional materials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and best practices in recommending CCS to the participants by the project team leaders (PTLs). The project processes were guided by Dr. Elizabeth Barrett’s Theory of Power as Knowing Participation in Change (PKPC) and underpinned by Dr. Jean Watson’s theory of human caring. Twenty-five patients participated and followed through the end of the project. Every participant received educational sessions and materials, expressed an intent to complete pap test, and completed pap screenings. The tool CCS-KAP Survey (Cervical Cancer Screening Knowledge, Awareness, and Practices) was used to evaluate participants’ cervical cancer screening knowledge and practices in both pre- and post-intervention periods. The results demonstrated enhanced knowledge and increased uptake for pap screenings among this group.
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- 2021
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000034
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- Document (PDF)
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- The Influence of Gardens on Resilience in Older Adults Living in a Continuing Care Community.
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- Bailey, Christie, Barry, Charlotte D., Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between green environments and resilience in older adults. It had two aims: 1) to explore the effect of a reflective garden walking program on resilience and three of its related concepts - erceived stress, personal growth initiative, and quality of life - in older adults, and 2) to explore the resilience patterns of older adults engaging in the reflective garden walking intervention. A parallel mixed method design using a quasi...
Show moreThe purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between green environments and resilience in older adults. It had two aims: 1) to explore the effect of a reflective garden walking program on resilience and three of its related concepts - erceived stress, personal growth initiative, and quality of life - in older adults, and 2) to explore the resilience patterns of older adults engaging in the reflective garden walking intervention. A parallel mixed method design using a quasi-experimental quantitative and a descriptive exploratory qualitative approach was used. Participants engaged in a six week reflective garden walking program. By the end of the program, resilience levels exhibited a slight increase and perceived stress levels a decrease. The qualitative data supported some beneficial effects of the reflective garden walking program, but also indicated that much of the participants' experience of resilience may have been related to the rich social and nature-filled environment in which already they lived. Patterns of resilience that appeared in the data were maintaining a positive attitude, belief in one's self in the face of one's vulnerabilities, woven into the social fabric, purpose and meaning, personal strength, and communities for growing older.
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- 2015
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004480
- Subject Headings
- Aging -- Psychology, Exercise -- Psychological aspects, Exercise for older people, Exercise therapy for older people, Gardening -- Philosophy, Older people -- Mental health, Resilience (Personality trait), Stress (Psychology)
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- Using Campinas- Barcode’s Cultural Competency Model and Roach's Model of Caring to Enhance Self-Perception of Cultural Competence and Perceived Knowledge of Caring among Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Community Nurses.
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- Bannis, Alicia, Hawthorne, Dawn, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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As the culturally diverse healthcare population in the United States rises, the demand for healthcare providers who are knowledgeable in providing culturally competent care increases. Community health care providers are mandated to make cultural competence a priority in their clinical practice. This mandate challenges healthcare professionals to increase their knowledge of cultural diversity and caring behaviors and provide appropriate health care services to meet the needs of racially and...
Show moreAs the culturally diverse healthcare population in the United States rises, the demand for healthcare providers who are knowledgeable in providing culturally competent care increases. Community health care providers are mandated to make cultural competence a priority in their clinical practice. This mandate challenges healthcare professionals to increase their knowledge of cultural diversity and caring behaviors and provide appropriate health care services to meet the needs of racially and ethnically diverse clients. For this project, an assessment of community healthcare providers’ self-perception of cultural competence and perceived knowledge of caring behaviors was untaken while posing the question: “How does a two-month education program on cultural competency and caring enhance cultural sensitivity and increase understanding of caring behaviors for physicians, nurse practitioners and community health nurse in a community health clinic?” The effectiveness of this education program was evaluated using a quantitative one-group pretest/post-test survey design. Project results from the post-test found a general improvement in self-perception of cultural competence and perceived knowledge of caring behaviors among participants, which suggests that the education program was successful.
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- 2015
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000042
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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
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000086
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- Document (PDF)
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- Perspectives of professional competence by newly licensed, registered nurses.
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- Bartolone, Priscilla Dunson., Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Professional competence is expected of all nurses in practice. Although new nurses have met the competency requirement for practice legally, opinions vary among new nurses and nurse administrators as to whether new nurses are indeed competent to practice nursing. The purpose of this phenomenological research study was to learn what new nurses think about professional competence. The research question guiding this study was, "What is professional competence from the perspective of newly...
Show moreProfessional competence is expected of all nurses in practice. Although new nurses have met the competency requirement for practice legally, opinions vary among new nurses and nurse administrators as to whether new nurses are indeed competent to practice nursing. The purpose of this phenomenological research study was to learn what new nurses think about professional competence. The research question guiding this study was, "What is professional competence from the perspective of newly licensed registered nurses?"
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- 2008
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/172666
- Subject Headings
- Clinical competence, Nursing, Standards, Nursing, Quality control, Nursing services, Administration
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- Document (PDF)
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- Educating Staff of a Memory Disorder Clinic on the Utilization of a Standardized Suicide Screening Tool to Improve Knowledge and Care for Patients Diagnosed with Dementia.
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- Belgarde, Eden, Kelly, Tracian, Ortega. Maria de los Angeles, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Background: Suicide is a major health problem that is among the leading causes of deaths in the United States and can be prevented through community-based interventions. Suicide rates in older adults are increasing. Common suicidal risk factors include a decline in cognitive function, having other psychiatric comorbidities, and dementia. The risk for suicide increases for individuals within the first three months of receiving a dementia diagnosis and includes the first three months of another...
Show moreBackground: Suicide is a major health problem that is among the leading causes of deaths in the United States and can be prevented through community-based interventions. Suicide rates in older adults are increasing. Common suicidal risk factors include a decline in cognitive function, having other psychiatric comorbidities, and dementia. The risk for suicide increases for individuals within the first three months of receiving a dementia diagnosis and includes the first three months of another subgroup of individuals who were diagnosed with dementia before the age of 65. Purpose: The purpose of this quality improvement project is to educate the staff at a memory and wellness center in Boca Raton on how to use a standardized suicide screening tool to improve their knowledge and perceived comfort in utilizing the tool and providing care to patients with dementia.
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- 2023
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000084
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- Document (PDF)