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Evidence-Based Practice Asthma Education in Primary Care
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2017)
Asthma affects more than 300 million people across the globe. The financial burden
impacts individuals and their families as well as communities and health care systems. Although
asthma education is a fundamental ...
Effect of Interactive Education on Self-foot Exams in Type 2 Diabetes
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2019)
In the United States, 30 million individuals are affected by type 2 diabetes, with all at risk for
complications and decreased quality of life. Diabetic foot ulcers and amputations cost $4.9 billion
annually in the ...
Using Telemedicine to Improve Breastfeeding Outcomes in the Primary Care Setting
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2017)
Breastmilk is the most complete form of nutrition for most infants, and it is recommended that
infants are exclusively breastfed for the first six months of life. Nationally, breastfeeding rates
fall short of the goals ...
Obesity in the Socioeconomically Disadvantaged: A Self-Efficacy Approach to Weight Loss
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2020)
Many adults have the necessary health information to lose weight, but obesity in
socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals is compounded by lack of resources that are
readily available to aid in their weight loss. A ...
Wellness Promotion in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2017)
The older adult population is growing, and is the largest utilizer of healthcare. Most older adults live independently within the community. Community-based health promotion programs benefit the maintenance of older adult health. Advanced practice...
Implementing an Evidence-Based Depression Treatment Program for Adults with Comorbid Depression and Chronic Illness
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2021)
Depression is a prevalent problem globally and affects mental, emotional, and physical health.
Multiple studies have shown that unrecognized or untreated depression strongly correlates with
chronic illnesses. Understanding ...
Pre-Diabetes Lifestyle Prevention Program to Decrease Development of Diabetes in Adults
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2018)
This pilot quality improvement project for prediabetes adult patients in the family practice
setting investigated if a lifestyle change intervention compared to no lifestyle intervention
decreased hemoglobin A1C and ...
Mediterranean Eating for Persons with Parkinson’s Disease: An Evidence-Based Dietary Educational Intervention
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2021)
Parkinson’s disease requires holistic management to improve the quality of life in affected
persons and prevent complications associated with other comorbidities such as cardiovascular
disease. The purpose of this ...
Faculty Mentoring Effects on Retention Rates and Job Satisfaction
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2021)
As the predicted nursing shortage emerges, an immediate intervention to expand the nursing
faculty workforce within the undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs is
essential. This evidence-based quality ...
Pediatric Oral Health Promotion in Primary Care Utilizing Standardized Education
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2017)
Dental caries, or tooth decay, is experienced by 60-90% of children. The incidence increases in
high-risk children, such as those from low socio-economic backgrounds who have limited access
to dental care. A ...
Transitional Care Interventions to Reduce Readmission in Patients with Heart Failure
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2020)
Heart failure affects millions of people in the United States and serves as a significant economic
burden on the health care system. The chronic nature of illness serves as a challenge for heart
failure patients to ...
Improving Nursing Student Resilience Using Online Simulation and Resilience-Based Content in a Pediatric Course
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2021)
New graduate nurse’s job satisfaction rates persistently decrease at six months post-graduation. Nursing schools are implementing resilience into their curriculum to prepare future nurses to be resilient in their careers. ...
Role of Multimodal Analgesia in Recovery and Acute Pain in Bariatric Surgery
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2018)
Obesity affects pathophysiology causing cardiac, respiratory, and metabolic disorders. In
modern societies, bariatric weight-loss surgical procedures are escalating, as surgery has become
a treatment method for obesity. ...
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. ...
BMI and Waist Circumference for Increased Overweight and Obesity Diagnosis
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2020)
Overweight and obesity rates in the United States are reaching epidemic proportions and is a
greater reality to rural communities. The purpose of this quasi-experimental, quality
improvement project was to increase ...
Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening in African American Women After Multiple Interventions
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2017)
African American women are consistently diagnosed at later stages of breast and cervical cancer
than Caucasian women, leading to increased morbidity and mortality rates. Although the
mammogram and Papanikolaou (Pap) ...
Implementing a Behavior Therapy Program in Adults with Overactive Bladder to Improve Quality of Life and Urinary Symptoms Scores
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2021)
Overactive bladder syndrome comprises multiple lower urinary tract symptoms. Recommended
first-line treatment is behavior therapy; however, drug therapy is often used initially because of
the lack of provider time and ...
Reducing Risk for Cardiovascular Disease in African American Women
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2018)
In the United States, African American women are at significant risk for cardiovascular disease,
influenced by factors such as obesity, hypertension, sedentary lifestyle, and low socioeconomic
status. This Doctor of ...
Maternal and Fetal Outcomes and Early Neuraxial Engagement in Obese Parturients
(2016-05)
retrospective analysis of 212 obese parturients with neuraxial analgesia, based on cervical dilation, evaluated the impact of early neuraxial placement. Comparison of early, late, and no neuraxial analgesia was conducted on the outcome variables of type...
Heart Failure-Related Palliative Care through Education and Standardized Referral
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2018)
Heart failure is a complex syndrome affecting over 5.7 million Americans. The annual cost of
heart failure in the United States is $31 billion with much of that occurring toward the end of
life. Providers struggle with ...