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Diabetes self-management education improving self-efficacy in patients with a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
The purpose of the QI project was to provide DSME to patients diagnosed with T2D and measure the impact on self-reported self-efficacy in four categories: nutrition, exercise, managing diabetes, and foot care. Project ...
Implementing a trauma-informed care training for inpatient psychiatric units : a quality improvement project
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Background and Significance: Trauma, defined by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration as an experience(s) that is emotionally or physically harmful that is accompanied by long-lasting negative sequelae ...
Improving human papillomavirus vaccination compliance in adult patients ages 18-26 through a provider informational session
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Nature and scope of the project: In the United States HPV vaccine series completion rates remain low as only 52.8% of women and 26.3 % of men ages 19 to 26 have received at least one dose of the vaccine (Lu et al., 2018). ...
Improving car seat safety anticipatory guidance in the pediatric primary care setting
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
"The purpose of this QI project was to improve car seat safety anticipatory guidance by a pediatric primary care provider during well-child visits from newborn to age 13 years and, subsequently, increase parental knowledge ...
Improving education for newly diagnosed pediatric oncology patients using a standardized education checklist
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Nature and scope of the project: Education concerning medical emergencies and complications for children with a pediatric oncology diagnosis is essential. This project’s objective s were a 20% increase in bedside nurse ...
Advanced practice registered nurse students and preceptor incivility : a needs assessment
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Nature and scope of the project: An overwhelming number of nursing students reported some form of preceptor incivility during their clinical practicum (Budden et al., 2017; Ahn & Choi, 2019 ; Tecza et al., 2018). Current ...
Hepatitis C viral screening in the primary care setting
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Committee Member Nature and scope of the project: In the U.S., it is estimated that 4.1 million people are infected with the hepatitis C virus (HCV) (USPSTF, 2020). This quality improvement project aims to implement an ...
Evaluation of a peer onboarding partner program in home care
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Nature and scope of the project: The U.S. Bureau of Labor predicts more than 200,000 new nurses per year are needed to fill the gap of a retiring workforce (Padilla, 2022) and the average cost of a nurse turnover is $46,100 ...
Mental health first aid in a faith-based African American setting
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
The purpose of this quality improvement (QI) project is to evaluate the efficacy of using the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) program in an African American church-based setting.
MHFA is an international training program ...
Utilizing the electronic medical record (EMR) to increase referrals to diabetes self-management education & support (DSMES) : a quality improvement project
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
"The purpose of this quality improvement (QI) project was to bridge the gap from acute hospitalization of the patient with diabetes using communication within the EMR to the HCP for a referral order to OP DSMES. Increasing ...
Improving time intervals of blood glucose levels and insulin : the best practice bundle
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Nature and scope of the project: Proper diabetes management for patients in a hospital setting is critical due to their high propensity for co-morbidities (Kansas Department of Health and Environment, 2019). Dosing insulin ...
Mindfulness for parents of children with special healthcare needs
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Nature and scope of the project: In the US, one in five families has a child with special healthcare needs (CSHCN; HRSA, 2021). Children with medical complexity (CMC) have the highest medical needs and make up less than ...
Evaluation of a mental health literacy educational intervention for elementary teachers
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Nature and scope of the project: Over 16% of children ages two to eight have been diagnosed with a mental health disorder. However, there is an 11-year delay between the onset of symptoms and subsequent intervention. The ...
Screening and education for pneumococcal vaccine elgible adult patients in primary care
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Committee Member Nature and scope of the project: Pneumonia is the third most likely cause of hospital admission, that accounts for approximately 544,000 hospital admissions each year (Rider & Frazee, 2018). The project's ...
Guidelines for assessing and stabilizing axillary intra-aortic balloon pumps : promoting mobilization
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Nature and scope of the project: Cardiogenic shock can result in impaired peripheral tissue and end-organ dysfunction. Axillary intra-aortic balloon pumps (AxIABP) may improve circulation and ventricular function. This ...
Improving Influenza vaccination rates of assisted living staff
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
The purpose of this project is to improve the staff influenza vaccination rate at an Assisted Living facility in northern New Jersey. The goal of this project is to evaluate current staff vaccination rates, assess the ...
Mobile app stress management and public school teachers : a feasibility study
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
Purpose: The purpose of this scholarly project was to determine the feasibility and acceptability of using a widely available commercial meditation app, Headspace, to promote well-being among teachers at Springfield Public ...
MNRS updated ref list for poster presentation
(2023)
An updated literature review reference list to accompany a poster presentation.
Leadership walkrounds and the effect on burnout
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
PURPOSE STATEMENT AND PICOT: This project aimed to implement Leadership WalkRounds and evaluate its impact on burnout in a surgical services department in rural, acute care hospital in Missouri. In healthcare workers (P), ...
GLP-1 agonists and type 2 diabetes health outcomes among rural patients
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2024)
"The purpose of this quality improvement (QI) project was to evaluate the relationship between GLP-1 agonist use and health outcomes in rural patients who are currently being treated for type 2 diabetes. The project ...