A5070849434- Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
- Healthcare professionals’ stress and burnout
- Emergency and Acute Care Studies
- Phytoestrogen effects and research
- Estrogen and related hormone effects
- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Resilience and Mental Health
- Health Sciences Research and Education
- Education and Military Integration
- Workplace Violence and Bullying
- Anesthesia and Pain Management
- Hepatitis C virus research
- Job Satisfaction and Organizational Behavior
- Nutritional Studies and Diet
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Simulation-Based Education in Healthcare
- Chronic Disease Management Strategies
- Biometric Identification and Security
- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Primary Care and Health Outcomes
- Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units
- Interprofessional Education and Collaboration
- Face recognition and analysis
- Nursing Diagnosis and Documentation
- Video Surveillance and Tracking Methods
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
2014-2025
Texas Tech University
2014-2025
National League for Nursing
2024
The University of Texas at Tyler
2024
University of North Texas Health Science Center
2024
University of North Texas
2024
The University of Tokyo
2022
Lubbock Christian University
2021
Mansfield University
2021
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
2014-2021
Increased cost of chronic illnesses in United States is an urgent call to develop a effective approach improve disease self-management, especially among vulnerable populations. An emerging role for professionals and paraprofessionals the patient navigator. We present example conceptual framework, Transformation Health, developed underpin training certified community health workers (CHW) deliver care, preventive services, education underserved populations promote self-management....
Background As the world becomes increasingly digital, advances in technology have changed how students access evidence-based information. Research suggests that overestimate their ability to locate quality online research and lack skills needed evaluate scientific literature. Clinical nurses report relying on personal experience answer clinical questions rather than searching sources. To address problem, a web-based, (EBR) tool is usable from computer, smartphone, or iPad was developed...
This case study describes the process of implementing and evaluating an interprofessional collaborative practice (IPCP) program for primary care behavioral health integration focused on chronic disease management. The result was a strong IPCP in nurse-led federally qualified center serving medically underserved populations. at Larry Combest Community Health Wellness Center Texas Tech University Sciences spanned >10 years planning, development, implementation, supported by demonstration,...
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) occurring in nursing home (NH) residents are poorly assessed and challenging to treat. The emergence of clinical decision support (CDS) technology provides an opportunity for improved diagnosis treatment UTIs the NH. purpose this study was report findings examining feasibility licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) using a CDS algorithm designed directly guide assessment standardized NH resident experiencing symptoms potential UTI simulation setting at university...
Purpose The magnitude of change in sex differences across age groups triathlon performance for the Ironman distance has been established. However, influence on at shorter-distance triathlons is yet to be determined. aim this study was compare different modes locomotion among varying distances (Sprint, Olympic, and 70.3) amateur triathletes from 2009–2011 World Championship. Methods Data top 10 male female between 18 64 yr were collected Championships Sprint, 70.3 triathlons. Sex compared...
Purpose. This study aimed to examine the effect of a multicomponent intervention program on consumption sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), and lifestyle factors associated with SSB intake, in Hispanic children from low-income families. Design. A five-wave longitudinal using quasi-experimental design was conducted. Setting. Five elementary schools West Texas served as setting. Subjects. Participants included 555 predominantly (ages 5–9 years) families their parents (n = 525). Intervention....
This pilot study investigated increasing nurse resiliency utilizing a toolkit of stress-reducing interventions on medical-surgical units at 4 hospitals.Resiliency-building activities are time consuming and undertaken outside work hours. Although the show positive impact resilience, researchers whether similar results could be achieved where nurses experience stress.This quasi-experimental pretest posttest interventional used within-subjects design. Provided toolkits included written...
The well-documented increases in obesity and unhealthy dietary practices substantiate the need for evidence-based tools that can help people improve their habits. current spread of mobile phone-embedded cameras offers new opportunities recording food intake. Moreover, act taking pictures consumed may enhance visual consciousness choice quantity. present study aimed to assess effect using cell phone record intake on energy college students. effectiveness acceptability picture-based diet also...
Background Delirium has long-term consequences for intensive care unit patients. The project site, an urban academic hospital, did not previously use a validated delirium screening tool, and patients commonly received sedative medications to treat agitation. Objective To minimize the risk of by implementing Confusion Assessment Method Intensive Care Unit (CAM-ICU) as standard-of-care assessment tool in decreasing high-risk (ie, opioids benzodiazepines). Methods An observational...
This study used a mindfulness- and acceptance-based mobile app to examine the relationships between resilience, mindfulness, experiential avoidance, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms.A quasi-experimental pre-posttest, single-group design was used. A total of 23 college student veterans for 4 weeks. Outcomes PTSD were measured at three time-points (baseline, end Week 2, 4).All outcomes significantly improved postintervention. Improvements in resilience correlated with improvement...
Incivilities are pervasive among workers in healthcare institutions. Previously identified effects include deterioration of employee physical and mental health, absenteeism, burnout, turnover, as well reduced patient safety quality care. This study documented factors related to organizational civility at an academic health sciences center (AHSC) the basis for future intervention work. We used a cross-sectional research design conduct online survey four five campuses AHSC. Using...
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) funded 182 US health care sites to reduce preterm birth rates by enhancing prenatal at-risk women. As a site, the enhanced maternity home (MCH) model was implemented from 2013 2018 1042 Medicaid-eligible pregnant women.This retrospective study evaluated impact of services on risk reduction. Certified community workers provided enrollment through six weeks postpartum. Participants attending intake and third-trimester visits comprised Active Group...
Early identification of cardiovascular diseases allows us to prevent the progression these diseases. The Bale/Doneen Method, a prevention and treatment program for heart attacks ischemic strokes, has been adopted nationally in primary care specialty clinics.The main purpose this study was evaluate effect Method on lipoproteins carotid intima-media thickness (IMT) disease reduction. A secondary illustrate use latent growth-curve analysis studying trajectories clinical outcomes biomarkers...
A program evaluation of undergraduate nursing curricula content was completed and survey developed to assess students’ knowledge about interpersonal violence. Students electively answered a 43-question regarding violence as public health problem. The sample included 104 traditional accelerated students. Increasing scores during enrollment suggests that students receive some on from the curriculum. This study provides data curricular deficits proposes revisions prepare address in patient populations.