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Title: Alone : Russian Fantasy.
Creator: Paparello, Luigi
Abstract/Description: For Violin or Mandolin solo. FAU Libraries Print Music Collection dates from circa 1890-present and includes original manuscripts from renowned, non-living Jewish composers, handwritten music from American and European-born cantors, and rare scores from major American Jewish publishing houses no longer in existence. It also houses one of the nation's largest collections of American Yiddish theater music, comprised of piano-vocal scores spanning the years 1890-1960. This digital collection...
Show moreFor Violin or Mandolin solo. FAU Libraries Print Music Collection dates from circa 1890-present and includes original manuscripts from renowned, non-living Jewish composers, handwritten music from American and European-born cantors, and rare scores from major American Jewish publishing houses no longer in existence. It also houses one of the nation's largest collections of American Yiddish theater music, comprised of piano-vocal scores spanning the years 1890-1960. This digital collection contains select pieces from the FAU Libraries Sheet Music Collection.
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Date Issued: 1917
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faupsm000204
Subject Headings: Sheet music, Yiddish songs
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Letter from Francois de Salignae.
Creator: de Salignae, Francois
Abstract/Description: Fénelon, François de Salignac de La Mothe-, 1651-1715. Lettres spirituelles. Selections. Includes information about the author in English.
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/fauwdlb1f2
Subject Headings: François de Salignac de La Mothe- Fénelon, 1651-1715, Fénelon, François de Salignac de La Mothe-, 1651-1715.
Format: E-book

Title: Letter from Rubrica de Felipe IV, 1663.
Creator: Philip IV, King of Spain, 1605-1665
Abstract/Description: Letter to Rubrica de Felipe IV from Philip IV, King of Spain, 1605-1665. Correspondence. Selections
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/fauwdlb1f4
Subject Headings: Philip IV, King of Spain, 1605-1665, Philippe IV, King of Spain, 1605-1665, Felipe IV, King of Spain, 1605-1665
Format: E-book

Title: Open educational resources (OER) in STEM courses.
Creator: Ress, Sunghae
Abstract/Description: Presented at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science Best Teaching Practices in STEM Forum, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL.
Date Issued: 2019
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAUIR000364
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: A strategy for sharing your research: Make your work open access.
Creator: Ress, Sunghae
Abstract/Description: Presented at the 2017 International Open Access Week
Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAUIR000415
Subject Headings: Open access publishing, Open access
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Digital collections: A bridge to cultivating librarian-faculty partnerships.
Creator: Ress, Sunghae
Abstract/Description: Digital Library Federation Forum 2019 Conference presentation. This presentation highlighted three collections from FAU Research Repository to illustrate the results of building and sustaining librarian-faculty collaborations for student engagement, research, and learning. Cultivating existing relationships has led to new collaborations with faculty to explore and include open educational resources for STEM courses at our campus.
Date Issued: 2019
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAUIR000414
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Using word clouds to assist with collection development.
Creator: English, Zach, Ress, Sunghae, Fenichel, Ethan
Abstract/Description: 2016 Florida Library Association Annual Conference presentation
Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAUIR000416
Subject Headings: Collection development (Libraries)
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Histoire de la Floride française.
Creator: Gaffarel, Paul
Abstract/Description: Intro; À propos de Collection XIX; Titre; PREMIÈRE PARTIE --LA FLORIDE FRANÇAISE; PREMIÈRE EXPÉDITION (18 FÉVRIER 1562 --AVRIL 1563) --LA DÉCOUVERTE; CHAPITRE PREMIER --LES PROJETS DE COLIGNY; CHAPITRE II --LES DÉCOUVERTES DE JEAN RIBAUT; CHAPITRE III --CHARLESFORT; DEUXIÈME EXPÉDITION (22 AVRIL 1564 --28 août 1565) --LA COLONISATION; CHAPITRE I --FONDATION DE LA CAROLINE; CHAPITRE II --LE CACIQUE SATOURIONA; CHAPITRE III --LE CACIQUE OUTINA; CHAPITRE IV --DISSENSIONS INTESTINES;...
Show moreIntro; À propos de Collection XIX; Titre; PREMIÈRE PARTIE --LA FLORIDE FRANÇAISE; PREMIÈRE EXPÉDITION (18 FÉVRIER 1562 --AVRIL 1563) --LA DÉCOUVERTE; CHAPITRE PREMIER --LES PROJETS DE COLIGNY; CHAPITRE II --LES DÉCOUVERTES DE JEAN RIBAUT; CHAPITRE III --CHARLESFORT; DEUXIÈME EXPÉDITION (22 AVRIL 1564 --28 août 1565) --LA COLONISATION; CHAPITRE I --FONDATION DE LA CAROLINE; CHAPITRE II --LE CACIQUE SATOURIONA; CHAPITRE III --LE CACIQUE OUTINA; CHAPITRE IV --DISSENSIONS INTESTINES; CHAPITRE V --VOYAGES DE DÉCOUVERTES; CHAPITRE VI --LA FAMINE ET LA GUERRE. TROISIÈME EXPÉDITION (14 JUIN 1563 20 SEPTEMBRE 1563) --LE MASSACRECHAPITRE PREMIER --RIBAUT ET MENENDEZ; CHAPITRE II --LE NAUFRAGE; CHAPITRE III --MASSACRE DE LA CAROLINE; CHAPITRE IV -- MASSACRE DE SAN AGUSTINO; CHAPITRE V --NÉGOCIATIONS INUTILES; QUATRIÈME EXPÉDITION --LA VENGEANCE; CHAPITRE I --ALLIANCE AVEC LES FLORIDIENS; CHAPITRE II --PRISE ET DESTRUCTION DE LA CAROLINE; CHAPITRE III --RÉCOMPENSE NATIONALE; SECONDE PARTIE --LES RELATIONS FLORIDIENNES; NOTICE BIBLIOGRAPHIQUE; 1° DOCUMENTS CONTEMPORAINS; A. Documents français; B. Documents espagnols; C. Documents latins. 2° DOCUMENTS POSTÉRIEURSI --L'HISTOIRE NOTABLE DE LA FLORIDE SITUÉE ES INDES OCCIDENTALES CONTENANT LES TROIS VOYAGES FAICTS EN ICELLE PAR CERTAINS CAPITAINES ET PILOTES FRANÇOIS DESCRITS PAR LE CAPITAINE LAUDONNIÈRE QUI Y A COMMANDÉ L'ESPACE D'UN AN TROIS MOYS; II -- EXTRAITS DE L'OUVRAGE DE LAUDONNIÈRE; I --ARRIVÉE EN AMÉRIQUE; II --PRISE DE POSSESSION DE LA FLORIDE; III --LA VENDETTA INDIENNE; IV --SATOURIONA INSULTÉ PAR LES FRANÇOIS; V --HOSTILITE DES INDIENS; VI --LA RÉVOLTE; VII --LE ROY CALOS; VIII --LA FAMINE; IX --LA RETRAITE DE D'OTTIGNY; X --ARRIVÉE DE HAWKINS. XI --PRISE DE LA CAROLINEIII --COPIE D'UNE LETTRE VENANT DE LA FLORIDE ENVOYÉE A ROUEN ET DEPUIS AU SEIGNEUR D'ÉVERON, ETC; IV --LETTRES ET PAPIERS D'ESTAT OU SONT CONTENUS LES AFFAIRES PARTICULIÈRES DE DIVERS ROYAUMES SOUBS LA NÉGOCIATION FAICTE EN ESPAIGNE PRÈS DU ROY CATHOLIQUE PHILIPE D'AUTRICHE PAR LE SIEUR DE FORQUEVAULX AMBASSADEUR DU ROY TRÉS-CHRESTIEN CHARLES NEUFVIESME; I --FORQUEVAULX AU ROY; II --FORQUEVAULX A CATHERINE DE MÉDICIS; III --FORQUEVAULX AU ROY; IV --FORQUEVEAULX A LA ROYNE; V --FORQUEVAULX AU ROY; VI --CHARLES IX A FORQUEVAULX. VII --NOTE DE CHARLES IX EN RÉPONSE A CELLE DE L'AMBASSADEUR D'ESPAGNEVIII --FORQUEVAULX AU ROY; IX --FORQUEVAULX A CATHERINE DE MÉDICIS; X --CATHERINE DE MÉDICIS A DE FORQUEVAULX; XI --FORQUEVAULX A CATHERINE DE MÉDICIS; XII --FORQUEVAULX AU ROY; XIII --FORQUEVAULX AU ROY; XIV(2) --CATHERINE DE MÉDICIS A FORQUEVAULX; XV --FORQUEVAULX A CHARLES IX; XVI --FORQUEVAULX AU ROY; XVII --FORQUEVAULX A CATHERINE DE MÉDICIS; XVIII --FORQUEVAULX AU ROY; XIX --FORQUEVAULX A CATHERINE DE MÉDICIS; XX --FORQUEVAULX AU ROY; XXI --CHARLES IX A FOROUEVAULX; XXII --CATHERINE DE MÊDICIS A FOUQUEVAULX. XXIII(1) --FORQUEVAULX AU Roy.
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Date Issued: 1875
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00000419
Subject Headings: Florida -- History -- Huguenot colony, 1562-1565.
Format: E-book

Title: Early History of the Creek Indians and their Neighbors.
Creator: Swanton, John Reed
Abstract/Description: Swanton, John Reed. 1922. "Early history of the Creek Indians and their neighbors." Bureau of American Ethnology Bulletin. 73:1–492. Deals with all nations once belonging to the Creek Confederacy: Hitchiti, Alabama, and Choctaw groups; Tuskegee, Guale, Yamasee, Cusabo, Chatot, Osochi; Muskogee and Natchez branches; Uchean and Timuquanan stock; South Florida Indians; Tamahiti. Also issued as House document 97, 67th Congress, 1st session. Includes bibliographical references (pages 457-462) and...
Show moreSwanton, John Reed. 1922. "Early history of the Creek Indians and their neighbors." Bureau of American Ethnology Bulletin. 73:1–492. Deals with all nations once belonging to the Creek Confederacy: Hitchiti, Alabama, and Choctaw groups; Tuskegee, Guale, Yamasee, Cusabo, Chatot, Osochi; Muskogee and Natchez branches; Uchean and Timuquanan stock; South Florida Indians; Tamahiti. Also issued as House document 97, 67th Congress, 1st session. Includes bibliographical references (pages 457-462) and index. Classification of the southeastern tribes -- The Cusabo -- The Guale Indians and the Yamasee -- The Apalachee -- The Apalachicola -- The Chatot -- The Tawasa and Pawokti -- The Sawokli -- The Pensacola -- The Mobile and Tohome -- The Osochi -- The Chiaha -- The Hitchiti -- The Okmulgee -- The Oconee -- The Tamałi -- The Tamahita -- The Alabama -- The Koasati -- The Muklasa -- The Tuskegee -- Tennessee River tribes of uncertain relationship -- The Muskogee -- The Yuchi -- The Natchez -- The Shawnee -- The ancient inhabitants of Florida -- The Seminole -- The Chickasaw -- The Choctaw -- Population of the southeastern tribes
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Date Issued: 1922
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00000420
Subject Headings: Indians, North American -- History
Format: E-book

Title: Lessons of Hurricane Andrew.
Creator: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Abstract/Description: The 15th Annual National Hurricane Conference held April 13-16, 1993 in Orlando, Florida. Table of Contents: A Meteorological Analysis of Hurricane Andrew by Dr. Edward N. Rappaport and Dr. Robert C. Sheets, National Hurricane Center; Emergency Preparedness and Public Response in Southeast Florida in Andrew by Jay Baker, Department of Geography at Florida State University; What Went Wrong: A disaster in the Making and Inspections: a breakdown in the system by Lisa Getter, The Miami Herald;...
Show moreThe 15th Annual National Hurricane Conference held April 13-16, 1993 in Orlando, Florida. Table of Contents: A Meteorological Analysis of Hurricane Andrew by Dr. Edward N. Rappaport and Dr. Robert C. Sheets, National Hurricane Center; Emergency Preparedness and Public Response in Southeast Florida in Andrew by Jay Baker, Department of Geography at Florida State University; What Went Wrong: A disaster in the Making and Inspections: a breakdown in the system by Lisa Getter, The Miami Herald; Learning from loss: Andrew's lessons; Failure of design and discipline by Jeff Leen, Stephen K. Doig, Lisa Getter, Luis Feldstein Soto and Don Linefrock; Andrew, Iniki, Omar: FEMA Evaluation of Federal Response and Recovery Efforts; Coping with Catastrophe: Building an Emergency Management System to Meet People's Needs in Natural and Manmade Disasters, a Report by the National Academy of Public Administration panel members Philip A. Odeen, Yvonne B. Burke, Frank C. Carlucci, Charles L. Dempsey, Thomas M. Downs, Andrew J. Goodpaster, Stan M. McKinney, Elmer B. Staats, and Lee M. Thomas; Governor's Disaster Planning and Response Review Committee, chairman Philip D. Lewis.
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Date Issued: 1993
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00000421
Subject Headings: Hurricane Andrew, 1992, Emergency management--Florida, Natural disasters -- Florida -- History
Format: E-book

Title: The Young Wrecker of the Florida Reef; or the Trials and Adventures of Fred Ransom.
Creator: Bache, Richard Meade
Abstract/Description: Travel and adventures in Florida for a juvenille audience.
Date Issued: 1865
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00000427
Subject Headings: Florida -- Juvenille Fiction, Florida -- Description and travel
Format: E-book

Title: Florida The Land of Enchantment.
Creator: Winter, Nevin O. 1869 - 1936
Abstract/Description: Including an account of its romantic history from the days of Ponce de Leon and the other early explorers and settlers,and the story of its native Indians; a survey of its climate, lakes and rivers and a description of its scenic wonders and abundant animal and bird life; and a comprehensive review of the Florida of to-day, as a state important for its industries, agriculture and educational advantages as well as the unsurpassed and justly celebrated winter resort of America, with...
Show moreIncluding an account of its romantic history from the days of Ponce de Leon and the other early explorers and settlers,and the story of its native Indians; a survey of its climate, lakes and rivers and a description of its scenic wonders and abundant animal and bird life; and a comprehensive review of the Florida of to-day, as a state important for its industries, agriculture and educational advantages as well as the unsurpassed and justly celebrated winter resort of America, with unparalleled attractions for health and pleasure seekers, nature lovers, motorists and sportsmen.
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Date Issued: 1918
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00000430
Subject Headings: Florida -- Description and travel
Format: E-book

Title: Using Evidence-based Approaches to Increase Cervical Cancer Screening Understanding and Uptake Among African American Women.
Creator: Atilus, Rosita, Paulino, Thamarre, Bulfin, Susan, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
Abstract/Description: 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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Date Issued: 2021
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000034
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Call to Reduce Patient Readmissions Post-Kidney Transplant Through Improved Self-Care.
Creator: Beringhaus, Sonya L., Blum, Cynthia, Guerra, Giselle, Navitskaya, Sviatlana, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
Abstract/Description: The overwhelming number of hospital readmissions thirty days after kidney transplantation as well as the risk of further readmissions, graft failure, and even mortality, are not being given the appropriate time, attention, and intervention. The literature review shows a correlation between complications and a lack of education and understanding post-transplant. The literature review also revealed that there is a 50-75% mortality rate associated with early readmissions and that a substantial...
Show moreThe overwhelming number of hospital readmissions thirty days after kidney transplantation as well as the risk of further readmissions, graft failure, and even mortality, are not being given the appropriate time, attention, and intervention. The literature review shows a correlation between complications and a lack of education and understanding post-transplant. The literature review also revealed that there is a 50-75% mortality rate associated with early readmissions and that a substantial 50% of readmissions are preventable (Hogan et al., 2019, p. 1). To reduce complications necessitating readmissions, this doctoral project was created and designed to increase self-care knowledge post-kidney transplant in a group of patients receiving a transplant at the Miami Transplant Institute, a part of Jackson Memorial Health System. The project was designed in alignment with the Chronic Care Model and Mayeroff’s Ingredients of Caring to ensure promotion of a kind and patient environment conducive for learning for patients and their family members. Project approval was obtained from the Jackson Memorial Nursing Research Council, the chief nursing officers, Jackson Memorial Health System Research Department, as well as the advanced practice providers and management team at the Miami Transplant Institute. The purpose of this manuscript is to raise awareness of the significant need of education post-kidney transplant, review the literature and current recommendations, as well as provide a description of the quality improvement project and its implementation. The manuscript will also include a data analysis, project evaluation, recommendations for future practice and quality improvement projects, as well as a plan for future dissemination.
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Date Issued: 2021
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000016
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Reducing Stress and Anxiety Level of Caregivers of Loved Ones Living with Dementia through a Video Guided Meditation Program.
Creator: Brown-Gordon, Patricia, Ortega, María, Michel, Madeline, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
Abstract/Description: Caring for a person with dementia can have serious implications for the psychological condition of family caregivers. There are high rates of stress and anxiety amongst family caregivers of individuals with dementia. Many authors show the invaluable service these family members provide and the need for healthcare providers to recognize and promote health amongst this population. In an effort to improve the health outcome for family caregivers, this doctoral project was designed to develop and...
Show moreCaring for a person with dementia can have serious implications for the psychological condition of family caregivers. There are high rates of stress and anxiety amongst family caregivers of individuals with dementia. Many authors show the invaluable service these family members provide and the need for healthcare providers to recognize and promote health amongst this population. In an effort to improve the health outcome for family caregivers, this doctoral project was designed to develop and implement a health promotion project through the use of a video guided meditation program. This paper emphasizes the need for attention to this concern, to highlight the best current evidence, and to provide a comprehensive description of this quality improvement project with recommendations for practice change. Included, is an analysis of the quantitative results, a thorough evaluation of the project, and a final critique with plans for future dissemination.
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Date Issued: 2021
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000028
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Evaluation of Management Adherence in Afro-Caribbean Pediatric Patients with Diabetes.
Creator: Colimon, Iseberte, Bulfin, Susan, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
Abstract/Description: Purpose: This project was implemented to address and improve the need for management adherence among the Afro-Caribbean pediatric population with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes (T1D) and (T2D). Background and Problem: Over the past 5 years, there has been an increased number of children diagnosed with diabetes. Particularly, one of the problems being faced by Haitians and other Afro-Caribbean patients with chronic illnesses, is poor management adherence due to lack of culturally congruent...
Show morePurpose: This project was implemented to address and improve the need for management adherence among the Afro-Caribbean pediatric population with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes (T1D) and (T2D). Background and Problem: Over the past 5 years, there has been an increased number of children diagnosed with diabetes. Particularly, one of the problems being faced by Haitians and other Afro-Caribbean patients with chronic illnesses, is poor management adherence due to lack of culturally congruent education. Additionally, the lack of education seen in patients with diabetes is correlated with difficulties to adapt and manage the condition properly. Method: Each participant received education that was tailored to the Afro-Caribbean culture and in their preferred language. Summary of diabetes self-care Activities (SDSCA) score and time in range values were assessed pre intervention and post intervention. A paired sample t-test was conducted by this Doctor of Nursing Practice student to assess the changes from pretest to posttest. A p-value of less than 0.05 was required for statistical significance. Results: More than 75% of the participants were educated with culturally congruent teachings that were tailored to the Afro-Caribbean culture. Improvement in SDSCA scores and TIR was also demonstrated. SDSCA p<.001 and TIR p=0.008. In addition, more than 75% of the participants demonstrated improved adherence to blood glucose monitoring consistency which was statically significant. Conclusion: The effectiveness of this project was evaluated by the outcomes of the participants’ post intervention. Findings from this project demonstrated that providing culturally congruent education to patients was successful at improving diabetes home management.
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Date Issued: 2021
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000036
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Improving Blood Pressure Control through Self-Measured Blood Pressure Monitoring.
Creator: Davis, Mary K., Dittman, Patricia, Mendez, Jessica, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
Abstract/Description: Uncontrolled hypertension can negatively affect a person’s overall health. Therefore, it is crucial that health care providers understand evidence-based measures that can improve hypertension control. The following Doctor of Nursing Practice project aimed to help improve hypertension outcomes in a community health clinic in West Palm Beach, Florida. The purpose of this paper is to highlight the impact of self-measured blood pressure monitoring (SMBP) as a self-management support strategy and...
Show moreUncontrolled hypertension can negatively affect a person’s overall health. Therefore, it is crucial that health care providers understand evidence-based measures that can improve hypertension control. The following Doctor of Nursing Practice project aimed to help improve hypertension outcomes in a community health clinic in West Palm Beach, Florida. The purpose of this paper is to highlight the impact of self-measured blood pressure monitoring (SMBP) as a self-management support strategy and discuss the outcomes of an educational intervention in a small community population. Along with a synthesis of current evidence on SMBP, this paper outlines the processes involved in measuring the effects of SMBP education on hypertension control. A data analysis involving mean differences between baseline and follow up blood pressure measurements, along with a paired samples t-test describing the differences between two week and 12 week post-intervention data is described. An evaluation of the project’s overall success and a discussion of implications for future practice are included as well.
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Date Issued: 2021
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000017
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Psychoeducation to Assist in Decreasing Depression and Increasing Participation in Psychotherapy in Blacks/African Americans.
Creator: Delice, Jean Raynald, Ortega, María de los Ángeles, Ellis, Horace A., Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
Abstract/Description: Purpose: The purpose of this quality improvement project is to assess the effectiveness of a Psychoeducation Program (PP) in decreasing symptoms of depression and improving participation in psychotherapy amongst Blacks/African Americans at a Federally Qualified Health Care Center (FQHC) in Miami Dade County, Florida. Created by the project leader, the PP was built upon resources provided by trusted organizations such as the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH, 2020) and Beyond Blue of...
Show morePurpose: The purpose of this quality improvement project is to assess the effectiveness of a Psychoeducation Program (PP) in decreasing symptoms of depression and improving participation in psychotherapy amongst Blacks/African Americans at a Federally Qualified Health Care Center (FQHC) in Miami Dade County, Florida. Created by the project leader, the PP was built upon resources provided by trusted organizations such as the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH, 2020) and Beyond Blue of Australia (Beyond blue 2021). Method: The participants were comprised of 7 men and 5 women Blacks/African Americans living with depression, on antidepressants and not interested in participating in psychotherapy. Over a threemonth period, they received four educational sessions on the importance of combining antidepressants and psychotherapy. Data were collected from pre- and post-intervention. Results: An analysis of the quantitative data collected demonstrated that the educational intervention did contribute to a decrease of their depression score as well as their Psychoeducation Readiness Index (PRI) score. Conclusion: Psychoeducation has the potential to alleviate Blacks/African Americans symptoms of depression and to increase their PRI scores while offering concrete information to tailor evidence-based interventions to bridge the gap between their reticence and the benefit from the virtue of psychotherapy.
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Date Issued: 2021
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000037
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Improving the Health of Patients with Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease By Engaging Providers to Implement Evidence-based Nutrition: The Mediterranean Diet.
Creator: DiNetta, Andrea, Gordon, Shirley, Matthews-D’Avanzo, Andi, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
Abstract/Description: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a hidden epidemic that is rising to alarming levels worldwide. With no definitive guidelines established for treating this disease, many providers resort to advising their patients to “lose weight” without specific dietary guidance. Providers are lacking the education and tools needed to implement evidence-based treatment that already exists in peer reviewed research. The Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) is one such evidence-based treatment that can be...
Show moreNon-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a hidden epidemic that is rising to alarming levels worldwide. With no definitive guidelines established for treating this disease, many providers resort to advising their patients to “lose weight” without specific dietary guidance. Providers are lacking the education and tools needed to implement evidence-based treatment that already exists in peer reviewed research. The Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) is one such evidence-based treatment that can be implemented in a healthcare setting. The goal of this project is to reduce the morbidity associated with NAFLD by giving providers the tools necessary to implement the MedDiet as a specific treatment modality in clinical practice. The project leader evaluated the impact of a MedDiet educational program on providers in their clinical practice and on improving their knowledge, confidence, and ability to manage patients at risk for or diagnosed with NAFLD. The educational program was implemented at a small primary care clinic using a PowerPoint presentation and a brochure on the MedDiet created by the project leader for providers to administer to patients. Results from a questionnaire administered before and after the program revealed providers improved their clinical practice regarding nutritional guidance and providing specific recommendations to their patients on adopting the MedDiet. Furthermore, providers marked increased knowledge, confidence, and ability to manage patients at risk for or diagnosed with NAFLD. The results of this project suggest that providers lack knowledge on the MedDiet and intervening with an educational program increased providers’ ability to implement the MedDiet with their patients.
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Date Issued: 2021
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000018
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Effects of Adding an Instructional Mobile Phone Application to Asthma Treatment Plans on Inhaler Technique and Pulmonary Function.
Creator: Doimeadios, Adelaida, Harris, Nancy, De Taboada, Darinka, Florida Atlantic University, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
Abstract/Description: Asthma is a chronic lung disease affecting all age groups worldwide with a need of educational interventions to ensure asthmatic individuals are correctly and accurately using prescribed inhalers. To improve pulmonary function on asthmatic individuals, this doctoral quality improvement project was designed to increase the knowledge of patients with an asthma diagnosis by using traditional teaching methods with the addition of an instructional mobile phone app to treatment plans on inhaler...
Show moreAsthma is a chronic lung disease affecting all age groups worldwide with a need of educational interventions to ensure asthmatic individuals are correctly and accurately using prescribed inhalers. To improve pulmonary function on asthmatic individuals, this doctoral quality improvement project was designed to increase the knowledge of patients with an asthma diagnosis by using traditional teaching methods with the addition of an instructional mobile phone app to treatment plans on inhaler technique and pulmonary function. The purpose of this paper is to address the need for proper and sufficient inhaler education for individuals with an asthma diagnosis requiring a prescribed inhaler to increase FEV1 by using the latest evidence-based research and providing a complete description of this doctoral quality improvement project with recommendations for change of practice. Included will be an analysis of the results, evaluation of the complete project and future practice changes.
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Date Issued: 2021
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/faudnp000019
Format: Document (PDF)

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