Graduate Nursing Project
 
Filters: Collection: "ehsl_gradnu" Subject: "Pilot Projects" Year End: 2017
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1 Cystic Fibrosis Guidelines for the NICUChristiansen, Suelly2015This Doctor of Nursing Practice scholarly project consists of developing diagnostic guidelines for Cystic Fibrosis in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This guideline is based on current literature and consultation with experts in Cystic Fibrosis, nutrition, and neonatology. Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is ...Graduate Nursing Project, Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP
2 Improving Care Delivery to Patients Through Multiple-Patient Simulation ExperiencePrince, Wende2015Simulation-based learning is part of the standard curriculum in many nursing programs across the nation. However, most simulation experiences focus on single-patient scenarios. This focus does not reflect the reality of professional clinical settings, in which nurses take care of multiple patients s...Graduate Nursing Project, Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP
3 Pilot Implementation of the Flu-FIT ProgramBowers, Pamela2015Introduction The primary goal of this project is to determine if the Flu-FIT program could serve as an effective way to increase compliance with colorectal cancer screening guidelines among low-income and uninsured residents of Utah County. Problem Statement The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force...Graduate Nursing Project, Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP
4 Resolving Misconceptions about Midwifery CareChaney, Chelsea2015The purpose of this project was to address misconceptions and provide accurate information about childbirth and midwifery services to a group of young women in Utah. The midwifery model of care has been shown to provide cost-effective and high quality healthcare that is associated with a reduction i...Graduate Nursing Project, Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP
5 Breastfeeding Promotion in a Primary Care SettingCarter, Nadine2015Breastfeeding (BF) promotion is critical for improving infant and child health outcomes. Many providers lack knowledge and confidence in BF promotion, and clinics often lack the structured education and tools to support providers in BF promotion. The purpose of this project was to increase the knowl...Graduate Nursing Project, Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP
6 Creating a Family and Patient Centered Environment: Development of a Communication FormWorthen, Rikki2014Communication within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) among patients, families and physicians is of vital importance. Unfortunately satisfaction surveys frequently show communication as an area needing improvement. As health care providers we cannot expect patients and their families to make life alter...Graduate Nursing Project, Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP
7 Pilot Survey: Acclimatization Practices of High-Altitude RecreationalistsRozier, Leslie H.2013Acute mountain sickness (AMS) will occur if ascent to high altitude is rapid. Any type of travel to altitudes around 2,500 meters (8,000 feet) is associated with an increased risk of developing AMS. AMS symptoms include fatigue, headache, poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, weakness, tachycardia, dizzi...Graduate Nursing Project, Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP
8 Using Bedside Ultrasound For Fluid Assessment and ResponsivenessVreeland, Michael2013Bedside ultrasound is a tool being increasingly used among clinicians. Technological advancements of ultrasound systems have made them smaller and more portable with increased image resolution, making bedside ultrasound an available and affordable tool in the intensive care unit. However, acceptance...Graduate Nursing Project, Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP
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