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Breastfeeding Support Through Social Media Groups
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2022)
Breastfeeding is the most influential behavior to reduce infant and maternal morbidity and mortality
rates. Despite the health benefits, only a quarter of infants in the United States are exclusively
breastfeed to six ...
Improving Adherence to Hypertensive Medication by Utilizing a Smartphone Application in African Americans
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2022)
The global burden of hypertension has impacted the lives of millions. A significant factor contributing to inadequate hypertension management is non-adherence to hypertension therapy. Adherence to hypertension medication ...
Increasing Identification of Risk for Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Adults with Obesity by Utilizing the STOP-Bang Questionnaire in Primary Care
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2021)
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a chronic medical disorder underrecognized, underreported,
underdiagnosed, and undertreated. Untreated OSA is associated with numerous physical and
mental conditions, reduced quality ...
Improving Adolescent Asthma Management Using a Smart Phone Application
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2020)
Asthma is a common condition in adolescence and finding a way to optimize asthma care
management is a priority in primary care. The purpose of this project was to introduce an
electronic asthma action plan using a ...
Comparing Patient Satisfaction of Nurse Practitioner-Led Telemedicine and Usual Care Clinics
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2020)
The rural veteran patient cohort is at high-risk for disparities in health care primarily due to
geographic isolation and lack of primary care providers. As a result of these challenges, the rural
patient is a population ...
Measurement of ASQ Usage in the County Jail Setting
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2020)
Since the year 2000, the leading cause of death in a jail setting has been suicide. The purpose of
this retrospective, descriptive quality improvement project was to evaluate the usage of the ASQ
screening tool in the ...
School Nurse Communication Tool and Efficiency in the High School Setting
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2020)
In a high school health room, the school nurse will see a diverse population of students with
conditions ranging from chapped lips to difficulty breathing. The school nurse must possess the
ability to efficiently, and ...
Effect of an APRN Fellowship Program on Job Satisfaction and Retention
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2020)
Transition from the role of registered nurse to APRN can be stressful and frustrating as the
novice navigates the first year of being a provider. Role confusion, uncertainty, lack of support,
and self-doubt are a few ...
Evaluation of a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Volunteer Cuddler Program on Neonatal Neurodevelopmental Outcomes
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2021)
Infants born prematurely are at an increased risk for neurodevelopmental delays. The Neonatal
Intensive Care Unit is a toxic environment that fails to harbor proper brain growth. Additionally,
infants spend an excessive ...
Assessing the need of military resources in a rural civilian pediatric clinic
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2021)
Military specific mental health services exist that military members qualify for but civilian providers may be unaware of these free programs. To improve access to military resources for military families in civilian clinics ...
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 ...
Effects of an Online Meditation-Based Intervention Compared to an Attention-Controlled Group on Chronic Pain Outcome among Nurses: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study
(2022)
Background
Nurses, central to healthcare, are experiencing chronic pain and stress, which affects their personal and professional lives. Due to multiple roles, they lack time to practice self-care.
Purpose
To evaluate ...
CHamorus' Narratives and Perceptions of Historical Trauma and Contemporary Health in Guam
(2021)
Historical trauma refers to the generationally transferred human consequences of cultural oppression in a population associated with colonization, slavery, and genocide. Historical trauma theory suggests that such trauma ...
Standardized Weaning of Positive Pressure Respiratory Support in Preterm Infants
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2022)
Purposeful Simulation Role Assignment
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2019)
In order to efficiently use simulation resources, nursing students are often assigned various
simulation roles. A double-blind, randomized control trial was conducted to explore the
impact of purposeful simulation role ...
Post-Simulation Structured Debriefing on Clinical Reasoning Skills Among Associate Degree Nursing Students: A Randomized Controlled Trial
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2019)
Background: Debriefing is considered the most important aspect of simulation. As
nursing programs utilize simulation as a substitution for traditional clinical experiences, it is
necessary to compare different types ...
Vivitrol Medication Adherence Rates During the COVID-19 Pandemic in An Outpatient Substance Abuse Clinic
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2022)
The infection caused by a novel coronavirus, serious acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, is known as Coronavirus Disease 2019. The new coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic is placing enormous pressure on global health ...
Medication Adherence in Adolescent and Young Adult after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2019)
Hematopoietic stem cell transplant is an effective treatment and curative therapy for
many oncological, hematological, and immunological diseases. Following hematopoietic stem
cell transplant, the management of the ...
Improving Diabetic Foot Exam among African American Veterans in a Primary Care Clinic
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2022)
Conducting diabetic foot exams and documenting them according to American Diabetic Association recommendations is inadequate, leading to poorer outcomes. The provision of diabetic education enhances self-efficacy and ...
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure in Level II Nursery to Decrease Transfer Rates
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2022)
Respiratory distress in neonates is the main cause of admission to a Level II nursery. Neonates may be transferred to a higher level of care due to lack of respiratory support, such as continuous positive airway pressure, ...