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Daily SBAR sheet for pediatric patients with central lines
(2023)
"Evaluate the use of SBAR sheets on compliance of daily bath completion and documentation for patients with central lines."--Purpose
Safe-T expanding services and improving patient outcomes
(2023)
"Sexual assault is a serious public health issue affecting men, women and children statewide. In 2021 there were 3,262 reports of sexual assault in Missouri (Missouri State Highway Patrol, 2023). 12% of reported sexual ...
Does evidence support the use of supplements to aid in BP control?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2020)
Q: Does evidence support the use of supplements to aid in BP control? Evidence-based answer: Yes. A number of well-tolerated natural therapies have been shown to reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure (BP). (See TABLE1-8 for summary.) However...
Addressing chronic back pain in adults
(2023)
"Reduce the number of opioid drug-related overdose deaths in U.S. adults. Reduce the incidence of major adverse opioid effects for adults with chronic back pain (CBP), such as tolerance, dependence, misuse, and addiction ...
Nurse resident job satisfaction with a formal mentorship program
(2023)
"This quality improvement (QI) project aims to evaluate the impact of a new mentoring program on the job satisfaction of nurse residents as part of their participation in the nurse residency program between January 2023 ...
Fresh fruit supply based on market competition model : empirical evidence from 14 cities in Guangxi, China
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)
This research investigates the competitive dynamics in the fruit industry across 14 cities in Guangxi, China, from 2012 to 2021. The study utilises the Boston Matrix market competition model, which emphasises two crucial indicators: market share...
Habit Intervention for Female Weight Management and Body Image
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2021)
family practice clinic to participate in the evidence-based habit formation intervention, measuring weight, body mass index, waist circumference, and body image using the Body Shape Questionnaire-8c. Improvements in weight have the potential to impact...
Patient safety outcomes with bedside reporting
(2023)
"This EBP project was started in response to patient safety events reported that could have been prevented had nursing staff completed change of shift hand off at the patient's bedside. A few commonly found events included ...
Treatment-Resistant Depression Diagnosis in the Outpatient Behavioral Health Setting
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2023)
Treatment-resistant depression can be challenging to identify in the outpatient behavioral health setting due to a lack of clear diagnostic guidelines. The evidence-based quality improvement project examined current practices in diagnosing treatment...
An examination of musical instrument practice among collegiate musicians
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
indicated that collegiate instrumentalists should (a) develop and strengthen self-regulation skills, (b) arrange practice time based on individual schedules, and (c) cope with challenges through discussing potential solutions with peers and instrumental...
Longitudinal, naturalistic study of training and support for implementation of evidence-based youth mental health practices among community providers
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
support in evidence-based practices (EBPs). To address this need, the current study describes the reach and impact of a county-wide youth MH initiative aimed at increasing youths' and families' access to effective youth MH services by providing free EBP...
Evidence-based practice self-efficacy of speech-language pathologists across settings
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
Salbach and Jaglal's (2010) Evidence-Based Practice Confidence (EPIC) scale, and 2 open-ended questions regarding factors impacting self-efficacy. Participants (n=34) completed semi structured interviews to further explore factors influencing self...
An alternative regimen to reduce risk of asthma exacerbations
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
An alternative regimen to reduce risk of asthma exacerbations This study supports the use of an ICS/LABA as needed for adults with intermittent, mild persistent, and moderate persistent asthma. Practice changer: PRACTICE CHANGER Use an inhaled...
Quality of tier 1 instruction in an integrated multi-tiered system of support: a mixed methods study
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2022)
MTSS, should be evidence-based and differentiated to provide high quality educational opportunities to all students. One established approach to providing accessible and differentiated instruction is Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an instructional...
An Educational Module to Increase Competence for Nurse Mentors Who Mentor Nursing Students on a Dedicated Educational Unit
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2021)
Nurses who mentor nursing students in a dedicated educational unit play an essential role in
developing nursing students' knowledge, competencies, clinical skill, critical thinking skills, and
professional development. ...
Q: Is NPH associated with fewer adverse events than analog basal insulin for adults with T2D?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021-05)
Evidence based answer: NO. Insulin glargine may lead to less patient-reported, symptomatic, and nocturnal hypoglycemia, although overall, there may not be a difference in the risk for severe hypoglycemia or hypoglycemia-related emergency department...
How does gender-affirming hormone therapy affect QOL in transgender patients?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2022-12)
Q: How does gender-affirming hormone therapy affect QOL in transgender patients? Evidence-based answer: There are modest effects on depression but not anxiety. Gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) is associated with modest improvements...
Improving car seat safety anticipatory guidance in the pediatric primary care setting
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
safety guidelines. The purpose and aims of the project relate to the following PICOT question: In a pediatric primary care clinic (P), how does the implementation of an evidence-based car seat safety handout at well-child visits for newborns to age 13...
Q Is exercise therapy effective treatment for low back pain?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021-11)
Evidence-based answer: Yes, it is somewhat effective. Exercise therapy—including general exercise, yoga, Pilates, and motor control exercise—has been shown to modestly decrease pain in chronic low back pain (LBP); levels of benefit in short...
Enhance Transition Care for Medically Complex Adolescents
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2020)
Medically complex adolescents with spina bifida and shunted hydrocephalus are living into
adulthood and requiring healthcare as adults. For effective neurosurgical care to continue from a
pediatric practice to an adult ...