The professionalisation of the nursing professions is a dynamic process that is becoming increasingly important in the German healthcare system. At the centre of the various discussions is the establishment and strengthening of nursing as an independent profession with its own sc [....] » Read More
As more and more clinicians seek to improve skills with IV Therapy peripheral catheter insertions, and with the use of ultrasound-guided applications, facilities are striving to establish education with a level of quality and accountability for these procedures. Attention is need [....] » Read More
Falls in older adults are a safety issue in all healthcare settings, one measure of care quality, and the primary cause of unintended death among New Mexican adults aged 65 and older. Falls and fall-related interventions have been extensively investigated in acute and post-acute [....] » Read More
The purpose of this project was to improve provider competence in addressing parental vaccine hesitancy. While practice guidelines are clear about the importance and timing of pediatric immunization, parental vaccine hesitancy exists as a complex phenomenon. Research regarding be [....] » Read More
This presentation aims to educate nurses about social nudism, also called naturism, and how society’s negative perceptions cause people to bear the burden of secrecy and the anxiety of fear of discovery. Since nudists are found worldwide and constitute a microcosm of soci [....] » Read More
Community public health nursing education plays a pivotal role in pre-licensure programs. It not only equips future nurses with the necessary skills to promote and protect population health, but also enables them to effectively address social determinants and respond to public he [....] » Read More
Nurses play a pivotal role in advocacy among our children and adolescents in the community, through various collaborations and partnerships. A key gap in the evidence is the collaboration between pediatric nurses and the department of social services, who care for our most vulner [....] » Read More
Crash carts are at the center of an emergency providing resources and medications in an often-challenging situations. By helping standardizing emergency equipment, in particular the airway drawer, necessary supplies will always be present in every situation. &nb [....] » Read More
In response to the nursing shortage, exacerbated by the pandemic, nursing schools have prioritized ensuring that practice-ready nurses entering the workforce. The prevalent concept in nursing education literature and curricular approaches is pedagogical education, rooted in tradi [....] » Read More
Midwives play a crucial role in maternal healthcare, where they often serve as the primary healthcare providers for pregnant women, particularly in rural or under-resourced areas. Aim: The fundamental purpose of this paper is to strengthen and improve the capacity to deli [....] » Read More
In many developing countries, adolescents face challenges in accessing complete sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services and understanding their rights (SRHR). This study aimed to explore the level of knowledge and perceptions that school-going adolescents have regarding SRH [....] » Read More
Objective: To investigate the current situation of alexithymia among male nurses in Zhejiang province and analyze its influencing factors. Methods A sample of 346 male nurses from 10 3 A general hos pitals in different regions of Zhejiang province were selected. The demographic [....] » Read More
Background: The prevalence and morbidity and mortality rates of Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) continue to increase towards epidemic proportions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Despite the advances in Cardiac surgery, currently there are no established out-patient phase progr [....] » Read More
Scientific Background - Online Health Services (OHS) have emerged in response to healthcare challenges and provide a way to streamline the healthcare system. Despite their numerous advantages, various studies have presented differing findings regarding their efficacy in populatio [....] » Read More
Introduction: Online Health Services (OHS) emerged in the last decade and currently encompass technologies that facilitate patient-practitioner communication in medical fields such as diagnosis, treatment, counselling, and monitoring, including for chronic patients. The current s [....] » Read More
This presentation addresses the critical concern of burnout and compassion fatigue among healthcare professionals, with a particular focus on nurses. As givers and healers, nurses prioritize the well-being of their patients and their families, often at the expense of their own he [....] » Read More
Background: A percentage of breast/ovarian cancers are due to hereditary pathogenic genetic variants. Individuals with a family history of breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate or colon cancer(s) may be at risk for developing cancer themselves, if a pathogenic genetic variant is [....] » Read More
Purpose: The purpose of this Quality Improvement (QI) project, involving the implementation of the Biobutton in the acute care units, was to compare the average time staff spent on monitoring vital signs and the time devoted to directing patient care before and after the utilizat [....] » Read More
Low Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and System (HCAHPS) scores on communication about new medication on a medical surgical unit was uncovered in an organizational needs assessment, where patients indicated that they were not satisfied with their hospital expe [....] » Read More
Introduction: New nurses are increasingly exhibiting non-chalet behaviors, which are like "an itch we cannot scratch.". Lack of experience and limited exposure to clinical settings exacerbate this threat. The nursing profession, students, patients, and nursing educators [....] » Read More
Dementia has an astounding effect on the geriatric population as a leading debilitating disease. Cognitive impairment is linked to high readmission rates and extreme cost of care. The global cost of dementia care is $467 million times higher than normal care. Nationally, the 39% [....] » Read More
Purpose: The purpose of this research was to identify the effect of video education for caregiver of homecare clients who need tracheostomy tube suction and management. After providing the video education produced by Home Health Care Team to set guidelines on tracheostomy ca [....] » Read More
Patients with a permanent tracheostomy are seen monthly having their tracheostomy canula changed in the outpatient clinic. The patient's behavior in the waiting area and the way they dress suggest that they are adversely affected by having a tracheal cannula. Investigating th [....] » Read More
Our facility continuously seeks to promote improvements in global patient health by providing patient-centered care which focuses on controlling hypertensive chronic disease through the utilization of multidisciplinary and systemic process improvement, standardized nursing docume [....] » Read More
The goal of the QI project was to identify the overall satisfaction of unit-based educators (UBE) and discrepancies with the new hire (NH) on-boarding process. From this baseline data, the team developed an automated system to filter unit specific NH data and created a standardiz [....] » Read More
In the Intensive Care Unit, the focus is to stabilize the patient and correct the acute problems. A history of substance abuse is often overlooked if the patient is intubated, sedated, and/or not exhibiting acute signs of withdrawal. This poster presentation exhibits the results [....] » Read More
Healthcare must advance with new technologies to meet patient needs. Integration of Evidence Based Practice (EBP) Virtual Nursing (ViRN) will help modernize how we care for patients in the hospital setting. Nurses continuously search for innovative ways to improve patients’ [....] » Read More
Prompted by recent media coverage of the Cochrane Review's analysis of the efficacy of community masking in controlling the spread of COVID-19, we conducted an independent literature review. Our search spanned PubMed, CINAHL, and Cochrane databases, focusing on peer-reviewed [....] » Read More
Prompted by recent media coverage of the Cochrane Review's analysis of the efficacy of community masking in controlling the spread of COVID-19, we conducted an independent literature review. Our search spanned PubMed, CINAHL, and Cochrane databases, focusing on peer-reviewed [....] » Read More
Prompted by recent media coverage of the Cochrane Review's analysis of the efficacy of community masking in controlling the spread of COVID-19, we conducted an independent literature review. Our search spanned PubMed, CINAHL, and Cochrane databases, focusing on peer-reviewed [....] » Read More
Nurse educators need to address the behaviors that disrupt learning. Incivility in the academic setting disrupts the learning process (Morrissette, 2001). Moreover, students are desensitized and enculturated to incivility, and it becomes the norm. Addressing the growing issue of [....] » Read More
Nurse educators need to address the behaviors that disrupt learning. Incivility in the academic setting disrupts the learning process (Morrissette, 2001). Moreover, students are desensitized and enculturated to incivility, and it becomes the norm. Addressing the growing issue of [....] » Read More
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the field of nursing and preventative healthcare, offering innovative solutions to improve patient outcomes, streamline workflows, and enhance personalized care. In this paper, we explore the multifaceted roles AI plays in nursing, foc [....] » Read More
My presentation will be based on my experience Health & Wellness Coaching as a Board Certified Nurse Coach within the Hospital I work for. I will go into detail about how my work as a Nurse Coach came to fruition within the Hospital including discussions with my manager and C [....] » Read More
The Looming Crisis in HealthCare: Healthcare professionals are facing an unprecedented mental health crisis. Nearly half (46%) of healthcare workers report feeling burned out often or very often, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This is a s [....] » Read More
Background: Ovarian cancer has vague symptoms and is often diagnosed at late stages, which results in high mortality. A proportion of breast/ovarian cancers are due to hereditary pathogenic genetic variants. Genetic testing of cancer patients offers an opportunity to determine if [....] » Read More
Background : The evidence has strongly suggested that students gain benefits of international learning experience in nursing program. It includes the short and long–term positive effects on students’ personal and professional development. Purpose: The purpose of th [....] » Read More
Background: As stroke patients may have impaired motor function, there may have increased sedentary behaviour. Factors associated with sedentary behaviour need to be explored to develop targeted interventions. Although studies explore the effects of exercise self efficacy and per [....] » Read More
Background: Stroke is a chronic disease that poses a significant threat to patient health, with high incidence, disability, mortality, and economic burden. Sedentary behavior refers to low-energy static activities and has become the fourth leading cause of human death. Sedentary [....] » Read More
Nursing curriculums around the globe have been faced with an increasingly prevalent question, “How do I help my nursing students with their test anxiety?” Considering that nursing students have a higher prevalence of anxiety when compared to the general population and [....] » Read More
Compassion fatigue (CF) is the experience of fatigue or dissatisfaction related to the physical, emotional, and psychological stress of caring for others. The healthcare industry has been significantly impacted by the growing problem of compassion fatigue (CF) over the years. Whi [....] » Read More
Nursing education has evolved within diverse and dynamic environments, undergoing significant transformations accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The shift towards online learning modalities has prompted educators to explore ways to humanize virtual classrooms and exhibit carin [....] » Read More
Nursing education has evolved within diverse and dynamic environments, undergoing significant transformations accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The shift towards online learning modalities has prompted educators to explore ways to humanize virtual classrooms and exhibit carin [....] » Read More
The high recurrence rate of stroke and the functional impairment caused complex psychological changes of patients. And psychological distress of stroke patients were common and psychological capital may be a good way to improve psychological distress. This study explored the rela [....] » Read More
Aim: To explore dyadic coping, mental health, and individual or mutual influences onstroke survivors and spouse caregivers. Design: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted from November 2019 to August 2020. Methods: A total of 224 dyads of stroke survivors and the [....] » Read More
Background: The literature from the binary perspective of patients and caregivers shows that the factors affecting the physical and mental health of patients and their caregivers are mainly divided into three aspects: physiological, psychological, and social. The long-term coexis [....] » Read More
Background: The transition from hospital to home is a critical period for stroke survivors and their caregivers, Understanding the attitudes and perspectives of doctors and nurses towards transitional care for stroke patients is essential for designing and improving transitional [....] » Read More
Aims: The aim of this integrative literature review was to explore and synthesize the current literature on mandated overtime for nurses. Background: Increasing demands for nursing expertise, amidst decreasing numbers of nurses willing and available to work voluntary overtime, [....] » Read More
Background: While traditional, educator-centered nursing pedagogies have served their purpose for many years, the shift towards student-centered learning is anticipated to better align with the needs of today’s learners. A connected classroom fosters an environment where ed [....] » Read More
Background: The five-year mortality rate after a diabetic foot amputation is higher than 40% globally. In KwaZulu-Natal, 2500 diabetic foot amputations are carried out per year. Only 7.8% of diabetic patients undergo foot examinations within KwaZulu-Natal public health, while 90% [....] » Read More
Aims: To examine the effectiveness of a behavior intervention based on the Recurrence risk perception and Behavioral decision-making Model on improving risk perception of recurrence, behavioral-decision making and health behavior for patients with ischemic stroke in rural areas. [....] » Read More
Chiari 1 Malformation (CIM) is defined as the degree of fall of the cerebellar tonsils below the foramen magnum. The degree of dip below the cerebellar tonsil involves >3 mm in children and >5 mm in adults. An extension of greater than five mm of the cerebral tonsil below t [....] » Read More
Background: Understanding the hidden costs of care for family caregivers of older adults with disabilities is essential for optimizing resource allocation, reducing care expenses, addressing global aging pressures, enhancing long-term care quality, and improving both caregiver an [....] » Read More
Background/Objective: The study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Chinese version of the Metacognitions Questionnaire-30 (MCQ-30) in young and middle-aged patients with acute myocardial infarction in China. Additionally, it examined whether metacognitive factor [....] » Read More
Background: With the rapid development of cloud computing, big data and other medical information technology, China has vigorously pushed forward the construction of information technology in hospitals. he National Nursing Career Development "14th Five-Year Plan" (2021- [....] » Read More
Nursing education has evolved within diverse and dynamic environments, undergoing significant transformations accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The shift towards online learning modalities has prompted educators to explore ways to humanize virtual classrooms and exhibit carin [....] » Read More
CT surgery patients have better outcomes if ambulated early after surgery. At UT medical Center we utilize exercise physiologist to ambulate our CT surgery patients three times a day. After chart reviews of the last three months, CTSU floor was only ambulating patients 66% of the [....] » Read More
Value Based Care Value Based Care (VBC) is being incorporated more and more in our healthcare organizations. For practicing nurses, little information has been provided to educate them on the definition as well as the impact on the care they provide. VBC offers nurses the opportu [....] » Read More
It is typical in nursing education to value critical thinking and problem solving as necessary tools. Students practice these skills throughout their education, and generally feel confident in their ability to arrive at acceptable solutions. At some point, however, nurses a [....] » Read More
In-hospital cardiac arrests continue to have poor outcomes. The addition of rapid response teams (RRT) produced meaningful impacts in the early years of the new millennium. Since then, most health systems have implemented a process to provide emergency assistance at the bedside w [....] » Read More
Nurses play a critical role in healthcare and are often required to make time-sensitive decisions in stressful, emotional, and high-pressure situations. A demanding position that requires clarity and confidence in the choices made, as nurses are patients’ advocates seeking [....] » Read More
Background: Health-care-associated infections have become one of the most prevalent complications of hospitalized patients in the United States. In 2020 the crude overall incidence rate of C. difficile infection (CDI) was 101.3 cases per 100,000 (CDC, 2023). The ai [....] » Read More
Introduction: One of the most important symptoms and complication of breast cancer is pain with an extensive impact on life dimensions, management of which requires comprehensive nursing care and intervention s. Given that spiritual care is an essential and unique part of care an [....] » Read More
Background: The high incidence and mortality of gastric cancer (GC) pose a significant threat to human life and health and have become an important public health problem in China. Body weight loss is a common problem in GC patients after surgical treatment. It is associated with [....] » Read More
Background: Spinal metastases mostly originate from malignant tumors formed in other organs. Extensive spinal reconstruction followed by surgical therapy for spinal tumors and possible complications associated with this procedure increase the need for rehabilitation required post [....] » Read More
STI’s affect certain patient populations at a disproportional rate due to health disparities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), syphilis has made a resurgence in the past five years in the United States, rates having risen a drastic 80% sinc [....] » Read More
Aim: This study examined how middle-aged and older men diagnosed with lower urinary tract cancer in China are supported by physicians and nurses in the physical and survival changes associated with the need for prostate or other sex organ removal and urinary tract reconstructio [....] » Read More
This research adds to the existing body of knowledge by providing empirical evidence about the importance of interpersonal skills in shaping student nurses' employability requirements in a diverse world. It opens avenues for further research to explore how these skills can be [....] » Read More
Background: Health-care-associated infections have become one of the most prevalent complications of hospitalized patients in the United States. In 2020 the crude overall incidence rate of C. Difficile Infection (CDI) was 101.3 cases per 100,000 (CDC, 2023). The ai [....] » Read More
Improvements in health, diet, medicines, and resources, have resulted in more people living longer, and globally the older generation is increasing year on year. For international governments, this poses a great challenge, in providing adequate economic, health, and social well-b [....] » Read More
Public health nurses are on the front lines of the battle to combat health disparities and inequitable access to health care among societies’ most disadvantaged and vulnerable populations. Nurses are a driving force in promoting health and wellness within the communities th [....] » Read More
Healthcare has been exposed to multiple structured & unstructured data in the recent times. The pandemic situation has exposed more and more “contactless” solutions and the manner in which healthcare is availed & is provided, both have undergone significant ch [....] » Read More
Objective: To retrieve, evaluate, and summarize evidence related to cognitive interventions for patients with subjective cognitive decline. Methods: Systematic search of BMJ Best Practice, UpToDate, JBI Library, AHRQ, NICE, SIGN, GIN, Yimaitong Guideline, RNAO, World Hea [....] » Read More
Objective: To gain an in-depth understanding of the current situation of caregiving burnout among family caregivers of the disabled elderly, analyze the causes and mitigating factors of caregiving burnout, and provide reference for the provision of supportive interventions in the [....] » Read More
Objective: To integrate the qualitative research of the workplace violence experience, a more comprehensive understanding of the real physical and mental experience of the workplace violence, to provide evidence-based basis for the treatment of the workplace violence injury, and [....] » Read More
kground: Stroke is the leading cause of death and disability in adults in China, which brings heavy burden to patients and their families. In the process of coping with the disease, stroke patients and their caregivers often have negative emotions such as anxiety and depression, [....] » Read More
Objective: To understand the real experience cancer related fatigue in patients with esophageal cancer,and to adopt targeted interventions to provide a basis for improving the management of cancer-related fatigue. Methods: Four thoracic surgeons, four thoracic nurses, and five [....] » Read More
Background: Multimorbidity has a significant impact on public health and primary care. Medication adherence is important and effective for managing and preventing multimorbidity. Studies have shown that medication literacy has a positive effect on medication adherence in pat [....] » Read More
Background/Objective: The aim was to investigate the status quo of post-traumatic growth in young and middle-aged patients with acute myocardial infarction(AMI) and analyze its influencing factors. Design: A descriptive, cross?sectional study. Methods: A cluster sampling me [....] » Read More
Aim: Understand the experience and preoperative outcome expectations of patients undergoing weight loss metabolic surgery to provide reference for optimizing preoperative outcome expectation management strategies and developing expectation management programs based on patient dem [....] » Read More
Objective: The self-service integrated psychological intervention program for patients with chronic insomnia is developed using evidence-based approaches and Delphi expert consultation method. Its application effect in improving the sleep quality of patients with chronic insomnia [....] » Read More
Background: Hemodialysis is one of the main ways to treat end-stage kidney disease. The lifestyle changes, strict treatment management requirements and heavy economic burden brought by its regular treatment cause patients to have great psychological pressure and negative emotions [....] » Read More
High turnover rates among nurses are a pressing concern for healthcare systems due to the associated costs and the risks posed to patient safety. Particularly troubling is the turnover of mid-career nurses, leading to a shortage of experienced staff for bedside care and mentoring [....] » Read More
This study aimed to reveal the perception of students about the service quality performance of a Saudi university using a modified CUL-HEdPERF scale and revealed the factors affecting students' overall satisfaction towards service quality performance. An exploratory study des [....] » Read More
Sense Of Cohrence is crucial for the mental health and professional development of nursing students, and enhancing the level of Sense Of Cohrence among these students is vital for stabilizing the nursing workforce. However, current research primarily focuses on the overall level [....] » Read More
Background: Hemodialysis is one of the main ways to treat end-stage kidney disease. However, with the passage of time, the normal physical appearance of maintenance hemodialysis patients is disrupted, and their bodily functions gradually decline, leading to a significant decrease [....] » Read More
Background: Sarcopenia can have a significant impact on the quality of life in community-dwelling elderly. The AWGS 2019 guidelines advocate for early prevention and the early identification and intervention of possible sarcopenia to mitigate adverse outcomes. Currently, research [....] » Read More
Aims: This study aims to investigate the impact of challenge-hindrance stressors on novice nurses’ safety behavior, the mediating effect of regulatory focus and the moderating effect of workplace spirituality. Background: The relationship between challenge-hindrance stre [....] » Read More
Background: In the era of "good raising chridren ", infant and child care services have become an important support mechanism for favorable parenting policies. Recent studies have revealed that in China, current childcare services are characterized by uneven [....] » Read More
Background: Mothers and newborns have an emotional and physiological necessity to be together at the moment of birth and during the first hours and days after that. The rules at Sheba Hospital change from year to year with the aim of improving the mother-newborn bond and red [....] » Read More
Background: Oncology nurses already experience compassion fatigue due to their emotional commitment to ensuring optimal patient outcomes. To support and improve patient safety, clinical alarms increase the situational awareness of what is going on with a patient, which helps prio [....] » Read More
Background: Oncology nurses already experience compassion fatigue due to their emotional commitment to ensuring optimal patient outcomes. To support and improve patient safety, clinical alarms increase the situational awareness of what is going on with a patient, which helps prio [....] » Read More
The results of the fourth National Oral Health survey show that up to 74.4% of the elderly have clinical oral health problems such as tooth loss and periodontitis.These conditions increase the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and lung disease in the elderly [....] » Read More
Objective: To construct a conceptual layer of health education for the elderly with sarcopenia in community, and to provide reference for the development of knowledge map of health education for sarcopenia and the popularization of health knowledge about sarcopenia. Methods: F [....] » Read More
Background: Depression and anxiety create additional burdens for adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), negatively affecting disease outcomes and quality of life. Therefore, this study aims to identify symptom patterns of depression and anxiety and explore the influencing factors [....] » Read More
In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, the role of nursing is undergoing a transformative shift. "Navigating the Future of Nursing: Pioneering Clinical Innovation and Excellence through Strategic Roadmapping" focuses on the pivotal role of strategic planning i [....] » Read More
Title : Strengthening the nursing profession: The new paradigm of mentorship
Robin Adams Geiger, Ingenovis Health, United States
The nursing profession is undergoing a transformative shift in response to the dynamic challenges of modern healthcare. This session explores the emerging paradigm of mentorship as a powerful catalyst for strengthening the nursing profession. Mentorship is evolving beyond its tra [....] » Read More
Title : The lived experience of a nurse transitioning from a clinical setting to an academic environment
Ismat Mikky, Bloomfield College of Montclair State University, United States
The transition from nursing practice to academia is a challenging experience. Nurse educators new to the academic setting often experience role conflict and reality shock as they leave a clinically-oriented setting to academia. The purpose of this qualitative study was to describ [....] » Read More
Title : Use of Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCES) For women’s health nurse practitioners and gender studies education
Susan Eileen Mihaljevic, Carlow University, United States
Many pregnancies are unplanned, and many women do not receive adequate pre-pregnancy counseling and prenatal care, thus leading to suboptimal perinatal and infant morbidity and mortality outcomes. As comorbidities related to Type II Diabetes and Hypertension continue to be preval [....] » Read More
Title : Skin failure: The AADA-PAWSIC ICD-10-cm code proposal and implications for nursing practice worldwide
Diane L Krasner, Post Acute Wound & Skin Integrity Council, United States
Assessing, documenting and caring for patients/residents experiencing skin failure is an important skill for nurses and healthcare providers across the continuum of care worldwide. On September 10, 2024, on behalf of the Post Acute Wound & Skin Care Council and the Amer [....] » Read More
Title : Stop, drop, and roll: Is electronic health record training the forgotten skill?
Vanessa K Williams Harvey, DUES24 dba HippoCLIN, United States
Although clinical skills evaluation is the gold standard for assessing competence, there is one vital skill that is oftentimes minimized, discounted, or performed using outdated tools. The only skill that is used to validate all other skills nurses perform each day is elect [....] » Read More
Title : Exploring the correlation between constipation and delirium
Sabitha Purayil, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, United States
Constipation is a common problem in hospitalized patients, especially among those who are 65 years and older. Constipation is affected by advanced age, decreased physical activity, poor nutritional status, and polypharmacy (Lim, J. et al., 2021). The American College of Gastroent [....] » Read More
Title : Exploring the correlation between constipation and delirium
Jessica Yi, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, United States
Constipation is a common problem in hospitalized patients, especially among those who are 65 years and older. Constipation is affected by advanced age, decreased physical activity, poor nutritional status, and polypharmacy (Lim, J. et al., 2021). The American College of Gastroent [....] » Read More
Title : Exploring the correlation between constipation and delirium
Donna Fletcher, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, United States
Constipation is a common problem in hospitalized patients, especially among those who are 65 years and older. Constipation is affected by advanced age, decreased physical activity, poor nutritional status, and polypharmacy (Lim, J. et al., 2021). The American College of Gastroent [....] » Read More
Title : Neuro ICU training: Dive into scenario simulation
Brian Ace Mones, Houston Methodist Hospital, United States
Purpose: The purpose of this Quality Improvement (QI) project was to evaluate the impact of SBS as a training strategy in neurocritical care to enhance the (1) knowledge, (2) confidence, and (3) competency of new staff nurses within the Neuro-ICU setting. Relevance/Significanc [....] » Read More
Title : The peaks and troughs of vancomycin compliance
Tracy O Brien, University of Pittsburgh, United States
Background: Vancomycin is a powerful antibiotic that is used to treat many infections. The monitoring of this medication (peak and trough) is extremely critical to its effectiveness. Vancomycin discrepancies have increased by 17.4% over 15-months. Aims: The aim is to d [....] » Read More
Title : The male nurse survival guide
Chris Lengle, Author of “The Male Nurse Survival Guide”, United States
How to survive the wild and dangerous profession of nursing. Nine out of ten nurses are women which means as a male nurse we are the minority. Nursing is a woman’s world, but we can thrive if we know how to survive. I have seen many male nurses get eaten alive out there. Th [....] » Read More
Title : Impact of pelvic floor muscle and yoga training on improving three women uterine prolapse
Najwa Alfarra, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center, Saudi Arabia
Background: The incident of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is 25% to greater than 90%. The symptoms of uterine prolapse can be extremely debilitating and impact patient’s quality of life21. This is a common problem in aging women. Main symptoms of POP are vaginal heaviness and [....] » Read More
Title : Factors influencing nursing students' perceptions and attitudes toward artificial intelligence: An examination of personality traits, AI literacy, emotional responses, and self-efficacy
Maysoun Hussein Ali Atoum, The Hashemite University, Jordan
Introduction: The healthcare industry is rapidly evolving, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative technology that promises to revolutionize patient care and medical education. As AI plays a more significant role in healthcare settings, it is crucial to u [....] » Read More
Title : Promoting a culture of community in Lebanese care homes through forging partnerships. A constructivist case study approach
Marina Gharibian Adra, American University of Beirut, Lebanon
Background: Care homes can create a culture of community where residents, their families and staff are supported to develop positive relationships with one another, to interact and explore ideas together in an informal way. This concept is reported in the literature as a Westerni [....] » Read More
Title : Developing and feasibility testing a novel intervention to promote self- management for Jordanian patients presenting with an Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
Mu ath Tanash, The Hashemite University, Jordan
Background: The self-management education and support are cornerstones in the treatment of patients with T2D and ACS. However, interventions to promote integrated self-management behaviors in those patients have not been explored nor implemented in practice. This limits such pati [....] » Read More
Title : Positive relationship quality is associated with better heart failure self-care in female patients and patients having a non-spousal relationship with their family caregivers
Majdi Rababa, The Hashemite University, Jordan
Introduction: Engaging in self-care is important to prevent rehospitalizations for patients with heart failure. Family caregivers can provide essential support for patients’ self-care. Because patients and family caregivers are in an interdependent relationship, it is impor [....] » Read More
Title : Exploration of home-based chemotherapy patterns in patients with multiple myeloma
Yanling Wen, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, China
Objective: To explore the feasibility, patient cost-effectiveness and potential risks of developing a family treatment model for bortezomib for multiple myeloma in China. Background: Bortezomib has been widely used in the treatment of plasma cell diseases such as multiple myel [....] » Read More
Title : Development and evaluation of patient reported outcome scale for patients with urethral reconstruction after radical resection of lower urinary tract tumors
Miao Shuying, The first affiliated hospital, Zhejiang university school of medicine, China
Objective: The aim of this study was to construct a set of scientifically available self- reported outcome scales for postoperative patients undergoing urethral reconstruction surgery after radical surgery for lower urinary tract tumors. The self-reported outcome scale, w [....] » Read More
Title : An inter-professional (Nursing/Occupational therapy) trauma informed care program for underrepresented communities: Creation, design, and outcomes
Pat Precin, Columbia University, United States
Trauma-informed care (TIC) is an organizational change process that health care providers, programs, and organizations adopt to (1) screen for trauma exposure and symptoms; (2) use evidence-based and culturally appropriate assessments and treatment that avoid re-traumatization; ( [....] » Read More
Title : Reducing aspiration risk with validated bedside swallowing screening tools
Tamara Delaney, The Ohio State University College of Nursing, United States
Aspiration pneumonia is a stubborn and potentially deadly subclass of pneumonia often associated with comorbidities involving the neurologic, gastrointestinal, and pulmonary systems. People receiving tube feeding are always at risk for aspiration. Patients with altered levels of [....] » Read More
Title : Implementing evidence-based teaching for inter professional communication and SBAR into nursing curriculum
Caroline Hosseini, Carolinas College of Health Sciences, Atrium Health, United States
New graduate nurses entering the workforce are faced with the challenge of working with multiple healthcare disciplines and communicating effectively. Communication between disciplines is key to patient safety and creating an effective plan of care. One study estimated that inter [....] » Read More
Title : The role of clinical leadership in promoting evidence-based practice: Strengthen EBP adoption at the levels of care
Melanie A Horning, Towson University, United States
The integration of evidence-based practice (EBP) in nursing is paramount to advancing the quality of healthcare services and optimizing patient outcomes. Implementing cost-effective EBP strategies at the staff level is crucial for fostering acceptance and sustenance within an org [....] » Read More
Title : Increase staff comfort with managing emergency response in the ambulatory treatment center
Praise Mary Thomas, The University of Texas at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, United States
Background: The Ambulatory Treatment Center (ATC) at League City (LC) is in the community away from the hospital setting. As a result, there are limited resources to manage emergencies such as a MERIT Team or a Code Team. We are a 9-1-1 facility and staff are trained to provide B [....] » Read More
Title : Increase staff comfort with managing emergency response in the ambulatory treatment center
Melody Pedro, The University of Texas at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, United States
Background: The Ambulatory Treatment Center (ATC) at League City (LC) is in the community away from the hospital setting. As a result, there are limited resources to manage emergencies such as a MERIT Team or a Code Team. We are a 9-1-1 facility and staff are trained to provide B [....] » Read More
Title : Increase staff comfort with managing emergency response in the ambulatory treatment center
Pauline Isidienu, The University of Texas at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, United States
Background: The Ambulatory Treatment Center (ATC) at League City (LC) is in the community away from the hospital setting. As a result, there are limited resources to manage emergencies such as a MERIT Team or a Code Team. We are a 9-1-1 facility and staff are trained to provide B [....] » Read More
Title : Mock code simulations: Boosting nursing team performance to save lives
Josephine Omobhude, Houston Methodist Hospital, United States
Background: Direct patient care nursing staff are relied upon in the recognition and early response of medical emergencies. Nursing staff are expected to successfully utilize their critical thinking skills and teamwork in cardiac arrest situations to achieve positive outcome [....] » Read More
Title : Integrating generative AI in a writing intensive course for undergraduate nurses
Vidya Chan, Farmingdale State College, United States
While generative AI has been around for many years, it has recently become available for use by the public. This powerful resource has changed the landscape for higher education and many instructors fear the negative effects it can have on academic integrity and student creativit [....] » Read More
Title : Addressing the well-being of our nurses as we would our patients
Teefera Hall, University of Maryland Medical Center, United States
Let’s change the age-old rhetoric of the nursing profession, which is “survival of the fittest,” to “nurses helping one another survive.” Changing the dialogue comes with changing the culture and belief that some forms of suffering in the nursing pro [....] » Read More
Title : Floating is a specialty! “You sink, We float!”
Lisa Kline, University of Michigan Health, United States
Learn the innovative way in which an academic medical center excels in providing quality nursing care through the creation and implementation of a specialized central float pool. This 1,000-bed health system is comprised of three hospitals on one campus that maintain a thri [....] » Read More
Title : Floating is a specialty! “You sink, We float!”
Jacquelynn Colwell, University of Michigan Health, United States
Learn the innovative way in which an academic medical center excels in providing quality nursing care through the creation and implementation of a specialized central float pool. This 1,000-bed health system is comprised of three hospitals on one campus that maintain a thri [....] » Read More
Title : Floating is a specialty! “You sink, We float!”
Linda M Kincaid, University of Michigan Health, United States
Learn the innovative way in which an academic medical center excels in providing quality nursing care through the creation and implementation of a specialized central float pool. This 1,000-bed health system is comprised of three hospitals on one campus that maintain a thri [....] » Read More
Title : Floating is a specialty! “You sink, We float!”
Meridith Anne Paluck, University of Michigan Health, United States
Learn the innovative way in which an academic medical center excels in providing quality nursing care through the creation and implementation of a specialized central float pool. This 1,000-bed health system is comprised of three hospitals on one campus that maintain a thri [....] » Read More
Title : Floating is a specialty! “You sink, We float!”
Sierra Robe, University of Michigan Health, United States
Learn the innovative way in which an academic medical center excels in providing quality nursing care through the creation and implementation of a specialized central float pool. This 1,000-bed health system is comprised of three hospitals on one campus that maintain a thri [....] » Read More
Title : Implementing electronic notifications and tools to improve compliance in vital signs documentation during emergency department disposition
Krystal Alvero, Keck Medicine of USC, United States
In response to regulatory standards, a collaborative project was initiated involving the Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP) Committee, Information Services Inpatient Clinical Applications, and Informatics, aimed at improving compliance in capturing vital signs fo [....] » Read More
Title : Standards and principles for designing and managing advanced, intelligent and ethical health ecosystems
Bernd Blobel, University of Regensburg, Germany
Advancing from phenomenological, evidence-based, person-centered, and personalized care, health ecosystems currently undergo a transformation towards personalized, preventive, predictive, participative precision medicine (5PM), supported by technology. It considers individual hea [....] » Read More
Title : The lost art of assessment: “Hands on” versus “Hands off”
Daryle Wane, Pasco-Hernando State College, United States
As we move forward leaving the past health pandemic behind, let us take a moment to consider the importance of performing physical assessment in the clinical setting. Close your eyes and take a moment to reflect on your last health interaction, both as a nurse provider and as a p [....] » Read More
Title : Mini-mock codes: Beginnings matter
Patricia M Rabbett, Brigham & Women’s Faulkner Hospital, United States
Mini-Mock Codes: Beginnings Matter discusses a process developed to enhance first responder performance of Basic Life Support (BLS). First responders are individuals who recognize a need and initiate BLS without the support of advanced providers. The American Heart Association (A [....] » Read More
Title : Mini-mock codes- Beginnings matter
Beth Waters, Brigham &Women’s Faulkner Hospital, United States
Mini-Mock Codes: Beginnings Matter discusses a process developed to enhance first responder performance of Basic Life Support (BLS). First responders are individuals who recognize a need and initiate BLS without the support of advanced providers. The American Heart Association (A [....] » Read More
Title : Compassionate care dimensions in clinical practice
Sofica C Bistriceanu, Academic Medical Unit - CMI, Romania
In the healthcare industry, professionals provide goods and services to needy people, intending to alleviate their suffering. To achieve this, they must possess specific knowledge in their area of expertise, be skilled at handling data in real-life situations, interact effectivel [....] » Read More
Title : Nurses' experiences of internet + nursing service based on service quality: A qualitative study
Zhifang REN, Capital Medical University, China
Internet + Nursing Service began operating from 2019 in China, and it has produced positive implementation outcomes. The Internet + Nursing Service offers convenience to patients with limited mobility and increases income for nurses. As the application gains traction and or [....] » Read More
Title : How to monitor and discriminate the causes of lower limb swelling during home-based rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty? A delphi study
Lin Yang, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital affiliated to Shanghai JiaoTong University School of Medicine, China
Background: Patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) are mostly elderly, and they may face certain difficulties in managing their symptoms at home. Swelling in the lower limbs after TKA hinders surgical outcomes. Prolonged duration of swelling requires monitoring an [....] » Read More
Title : Effectiveness of quick relaxation technique on pain associated with chest tube removal among post-operative CABG patients
Jilmy Anu Jose, College of Nursing, India
Introduction The current burden of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) in India is more than 32 million. Chest tube removal is a common procedure in critical care units and post coronary care units and is associated with moderate to severe pain. The pain management protocols [....] » Read More
Title : A meta-analysis of nursing staff’s attitude towards family nursing and its influencing factors
Yang Weiyu, Zhengzhou University, China
Objectives: Through the method of meta-analysis, the status quo and influencing factors of nursing staff's attitude towards family participatory nursing were clarified and summarized. Methods: Computer searches were conducted on Pubmed, Web of Science, EBSCO, The [....] » Read More
Title : The current status and influencing factors of proactive innovation behavior among specialty nurses: A cross-sectional study in central China
Yongpan Guo, Zhengzhou University, China
The proactive innovation behavior of specialty nurses is due to their profound insight and forward-looking thinking on the future development of the nursing field, which can bring more long-term and high-quality innovative performance to the nursing team so that the innovation ab [....] » Read More
Title : The real illness management perception of adolescents with type 1 diabetes: A qualitative metasynthesis
Dong Wenwen, Zhenghou University, China
Objective: To systematically evaluate the disease experience and psychological feelings of adolescents with type 1 diabetes, and to provide the evidence for specific disease management measures for adolescents with type 1 diabetes. Methods: Chinese and English databases, inclu [....] » Read More
Title : Relationship between family communication patterns and non-suicidal self-injury in adolescents: Mediating role of emotion regulation
Xiaoyu Cai, Zhengzhou University, China
Objective: Family is the earliest place for individual socialization, and family communication connects the emotions between parents and children in family interpersonal interaction, which is one of the important factors in family environment, and NSSI is the main health risk for [....] » Read More
Title : Longitudinal relationships between depression and frailty symptoms in middle-aged and older adults: A cross-lagged panel network analysis
Mengting Liu, Zhengzhou University, China
Background: Several studies have examined cross-sectional relationships between depression and frailty. However, these studies cannot address the directionality of the temporal relationships. Therefore, based on the perspective of network analysis, we conducted cross-lagged panel [....] » Read More
Title : Psychosocial interventions in maintenance hemodialysis patients: A scoping review
Qihan Zhang, Zhengzhou University , China
Objective: To conduct a scoping review on the application of psychosocial interventions in maintenance hemodialysis patients for the improvement of their quality of life. Methods: A systematic search was conducted for relevant studies in Chinese and English databases with a se [....] » Read More
Title : Parental care experience of children with type 1 diabetes: A qualitative meta-synthesis
Zhaoying Zhang, Zhengzhou University, China
Objective: To evaluate the caregiving experiences of parents with children having type 1 diabetes, aiming to develop personalized support strategies. Method: Search for qualitative studies on parents’ experiences in caring for children with Type 1 diabetes was conducted [....] » Read More
Title : Taking the stage: How critical discussion role-play promotes student self-efficacy
Rachel Winston, University of North Alabama, United States
Background: Critical discussions enable students to engage in difficult conversations where different viewpoints must be acknowledged (Collini, 2017). A critical discussion role-play activity was incorporated into a pharmacology course to increase self-efficacy and focu [....] » Read More
Title : Taking the stage- How critical discussion role-play promotes student self-efficacy
Paige Martin, University of North Alabama, United States
Background: Critical discussions enable students to engage in difficult conversations where different viewpoints must be acknowledged (Collini, 2017). A critical discussion role-play activity was incorporated into a pharmacology course to increase self-efficacy and focu [....] » Read More
Title : Stroke risk perception among high-risk population: A latent profile analysis
Bowen Liu, Zhengzhou University, China
Stroke is a significant public health challenge, Patients with three or more risk factors to be at high-risk of stroke, and they have a higher incidence of stroke than healthy individuals or those at low-risk of stroke. The risk perception is important to the formation of individ [....] » Read More
Title : Taking the stage: How critical discussion role play promotes student self-efficacy
Grace Zills, University of North Alabama, United States
Background: Critical discussions enable students to engage in difficult conversations where different viewpoints must be acknowledged (Collini, 2017). A critical discussion role-play activity was incorporated into a pharmacology course to increase self-efficacy and focu [....] » Read More
Title : Enhancing care: Implementing post-TMS follow-up for monitoring treatment-resistant depression
Christina Wong, Long Island University, United States
Mental health is a common disorder that impacts all nursing care. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is FDA cleared for treatment resistant depression (TRD). Consistent with the chemical theory of depression, TMS utilizes magnetic fields to activate the brain's cel [....] » Read More
Title : Taking the stage: How critical discussion role-play promotes student self-efficacy
Victoria Casson, University of North Alabama, United States
Background: Critical discussions enable students to engage in difficult conversations where different viewpoints must be acknowledged (Collini, 2017). A critical discussion role-play activity was incorporated into a pharmacology course to increase self-efficacy and focu [....] » Read More
Title : Reading: The never-ending struggle between faculty and students
Kathy J Meyers, Baldwin Wallace University, United States
Academic assessments to gauge student mastery of content are necessary at every level. Students have historically turned to lecture notes as a primary source of information, negating the textbook, even when the syllabus clearly identifies required readings. While multiple past ar [....] » Read More
Title : Scalp cooling intervention in patients receiving nab paclitaxel, cisplatin and gemcitabine for pancreatic cancer
Amy Mirabella, HonorHealth Research Institute, United States
Background: It is estimated that 64,050 new cases of pancreatic cancer will be diagnosed in the US in 2023. Alopecia can be a distressing and unwanted symptom experienced by patients with pancreatic cancer receiving nab-paclitaxel based regimens. Objective: To determine if patie [....] » Read More
Title : Improving DNP faculty competency and confidence with integration of an evidence-based practice champion model and educational toolkit
Christy Jeffcoat, University of South Carolina, United States
Background: In academia, faculty teaching in DNP program courses have reported that committee members often direct DNP students back to course faculty when asked questions they are not competent or confident to answer. The significant lack of confidence and competence in the EBP [....] » Read More
Title : Nursing retention: An integrative literature review
Grayson Griggs, Western Carolina University, United States
Nurse retention is a global issue in healthcare and nursing. The recent COVID-19 Pandemic changed the demand and workload of healthcare workers which increased the psychological and mental demands of nursing staff. The increased demand and workload negatively impacted nurse reten [....] » Read More
Title : Bridging the gap: Evaluating community engagement fairs to enhance hospital employee and community collaboration for improved transitions of care
Lise Choucair, Queens Health System, United States
Background: Effective patient transitions of care often require collaboration between hospitals and community services. However, limited interaction hinders this collaboration, potentially leading to patient readmission, increased healthcare costs, and decreased patient satisfact [....] » Read More
Title : Quality improvement project: Social supports screening of the adolescent population in the inpatient psychiatric hospital
Amelie Tristant, Creighton University, United States
Background: Adolescent mental health is a public health concern, with social support playing a crucial role in preventing psychiatric hospitalization. Existing literature emphasizes the importance of assessing social support to enhance coping mechanisms and resilience in adolesce [....] » Read More
Title : Prescribing GLP-1s for obesity in primary care
Callie Kufahl, University of Missouri-Kansas City Student, United States
Purpose: To determine the barriers to prescribing glucagon-like peptide-1 agonists for the treatment of obesity in primary care and explore the impact of an educational program on prescribing practices by nurse practitioners. Design: Quasi-experimental, pre-posttest, one-cohor [....] » Read More
Title : Implementing a resiliency bundle to reduce registered nurse burnout
Shanelle Reynolds, Indiana State Univeristy, United States
Background: Registered nurses in hospital settings are experiencing unprecedented levels of job-related burnout due to the emotional stress of constantly caring for those who are ill or dying amidst a crippling nursing shortage and the aftermath of a worldwide pandemic. Burnout a [....] » Read More
Title : The impact of a first-year graduate nursing resilience educational program on nursing students resilience
Nicole Moret, Uniformed Services University, United States
Nursing is a demanding profession and one that comes with chronic levels of high stress. This increased stress originates in nursing school when students balance the demands of family, work, and school responsibilities. Admission to nursing school can be highly competitive, and o [....] » Read More
Title : Experience using a cooperative learning strategy to teach clinical skills for high-fidelity simulation to accelerated second-degree nursing students
Eduardo C Chavez, The University of Texas at Austin, United States
The virtual poster will present information about my experience as a clinical professor exploring the use of a cooperative learning strategy to teach psychomotor clinical skills for high-fidelity simulation to accelerated second-degree nursing students (ASDNS). There is a lack of [....] » Read More
Title : Care coordination amongst dementia caregivers
Rachel Mock, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, United States
Care of those with dementia is complex and often requires the help of outside resources to ensure the safety and health of the patient. Caregivers of these patients receive information about these resources and are quickly overwhelmed. Phone calls, support groups, respite care, a [....] » Read More
Title : Recent progress in digital mental health: A scoping review of emerging technology interventions in the workplace
Won Ju Hwang, Kyung Hee University, Korea, Republic of
Research Objective: The purpose of the study is to explores recent trends in digital mental health management, focusing on the use of emerging technologies like IoT wearable devices and Artificial Intelligence. Study Design: To address these challenges, there is a growing need fo [....] » Read More